Equipment and Materials
It is important to realize that Eyes on Wildlife can be implemented by simply using topographic maps and compasses.  Compasses and maps are effective for whitetail deer studies.  Once comfortable with the project, GPS, scent posts and Arcview programs can be implemented for wolf, bittern, black bear, and other animal studies.  All collars are provided by the Eyes On Wildlife program.  By participating in the Eyes on Wildlife program, you will have access to collared data through Minnesota State University Moorhead.

GPS Information
1.  http://www.GPSnow.com
    If you are looking for Global Positioning Systems equipment and pricing, this is the site for you!
    It provides excellent insight regarding the various systems available.  Links to company sites are
    also provided.

2.  GIS ArcVoyager Training Manual
    This site provides a step-by-step tutorial for plotting and saving UTM coordinates on maps using the GIS  
    ArcVoyager software in the Eyes on Wildlife project.
    
Materials and Equipment Sources
1. http://www.forestry-suppliers.com
    Compasses, Garmin GPS 12, UTM Grid Reader
    Educational Products for Life, Earth and Environmental Science
    Forestry Suppliers Inc.
    Jackson, MS  39284-8397
    1-800-647-5368

2.  http://www.esri.com
    ArcView Geographic System Software (GIS)
     Free ArcView Software @ http://www.esri.com/industries/k-12/voyager.html
    Environmental Systems Research Institute Inc. (ERSI)
    Contact person:  Charlie Fitzpatrick
    1305 Corporate Center Dr. Suite 250
    St. Paul, MN  55121-1204
    612-454-0600

3.  http://www.mapstoremn.com
    Topographical Maps
    The Map Store
    111 E Kellogg Blvd. at Robert Street
    St. Paul, MN  55101
    651-227-6277
 

4. http://mapping.usgs.gov/mac/isb/pubs/booklets/usgsmaps/usgsmaps.html#INFORMATION
    You can obtain free map indexes and catalogs, and order topographic maps or any of the wide
    variety of thematic maps available from the USGS from this site.
 

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