Thematic Maps

The isarithmic or contour map uses isolines to depict continuous values like precipitation levels. These maps can also display three-dimensional values like elevation on topographic masp. Generally data for isarithmic maps is gathered via measureable points (e.g. - weather stations) or is collected by area (e.g. - tons of corn per acre by county).

A map of Ohio’s maximum average high temperatures in 1971-2000 with red being the highest and blue the lowest.

The chloropleth map uses graded differences in shading or color or the placing of symbols inside defined areas on the map in order to indicate the average values of some property or quantity in those areas.

Percentage of individuals living in poverty, by county, 2000.

A dot density is another type of thematic map and uses dots to show the presence of a theme and display a spatial pattern. On these maps, a dot can represent one unit or several, depending on what is being depicted with the map.

This map shows the density of the population in 2000, with each dot representing 10000 people.

Google Earth-My Favorite Places

This is Circus Circus Adventuredome in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is one of the few places in Las Vegas where if you are under 21 you can still have a reasonable amount of fun. I spent most of my summer here when I was younger with all of my cousins and it was one of the few times we have all been together. This is my favorite place because I have the best family memories.

The Center for Puppetry Arts was a place my mom took me to see fairy tale plays that were always performed in a unique manner. One of the last memories I have of this place was a mop, bucket, and sponge as the actors in the princess and the frog. Now, well it could have been going on when I was younger but I was little so I don’t remember, there are plays for adults so I plan on heading back there soon. This is another of my favorite places because this was my go to place whenever I couldn’t play outside and had to do an indoor activity. 

My First Post: An Animal that Interests Me

Newfoundland dogs greatly interest me because of their size, strength, and loyalty. I first heard about this dog breed when I read about the Lewis and Clark expedition. Seaman, the Newfoundland that accompanied the men, protected the explorers from enemies they met along the way such as grizzly bears. This dog breed has been recorded as having the same size as a baby elephant. Newfoundlands have been given the nickname “gentle giants” because of their calm temperament, protective instinct, and sheer strength. Although this dog has many positives of being a great household pet it has a serious upkeep. Since it was originally bred for cold and wet weather, the Newfoundland has a double coat with must be shaved in warm weather or it will cause the dog to overheat. Another negative is because of its size, like all dogs in the giant category, Newfoundlands could have serious health issues if they are not kept in the best of shape. But to keep this on a positive note here are some videos that demonstrate how AWESOME these dogs are!!!

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Rescue Ability

Strength Demonstration

Cute Newfie Videos :)

Did I mention they have webbed feet?

And a serious drooling problem