MapRoulette: Easily Contributing to OpenStreetMap

All,

OpenStreetMap is a map of the world, created by people like you and free to use under an open license. In the past, we have looked at way to contribute to the global geospatial dataset that is OSM with editing tools such as JOSM and iD... But it's SUMMER and maybe we don't want to be glued to our computers for intense mapping sessions in our spare time.

Welcome to MapRoulette!: An easy way to go into OpenStreetMap and make a few needed edits. It's also a perfect introduction to OSM for new contributors who don't want to feel overwhelmed.

From MapRoulette's website: "If you look at the richness of OpenStreetMap data, you may wonder what’s left to map. That is where MapRoulette comes in! Just log in with your OpenStreetMap account, find a task that is right for you, and be an instant contributor to the world’s maps!"

If you'd like to dive in early or on your own, check out: https://maproulette.org/

We will also touch on how to set up MapRoulette projects. This is perfect for those of you who see a consistent issue in OSM that you'd like to have the community fix.

See you on July 6th in the evening on Zoom-space! The link will be available when you RSVP. The passcode will be emailed the day before then posted.

Cheers,
Diane