National Read A Road Map Day
On April 5th, National Read a Road Map Day encourages us to put our skills to the test.
Cartographer John Ogilby's first road map, Britania Atlas, was drawn by cartographer John Ogilby in 1675. Fast forward a few centuries, and look how things have changed! Do we know how we get anywhere anymore? With satellites, GPS, and voice commands, do we know how we get anywhere anymore?
Road maps are still a useful tool. To keep us on track, we'll need to rely on a new road map if batteries run low or a satellite connection is lost. The day reminds us that we should take some time to sharpen our map reading skills. Take note of your surroundings. Do you know north from east? If not, it's a good time to learn.
Learn how to track #nationalreadaroadmapday
- Try using a road map
- Learn the different symbols
- To get a traditional road map, lay off the electronic equipment and unfold a traditional road map
- Familiarize yourself with it and take a short trip
- Do you have a knack for using a map? Teach someone else how to read a map
- Like Meg Duguid, Michael Thomas, and Thomas Duguid did below, you may also create a road map like Meg Duguid, Michael Thomas, and Thomas Duguid did below! We encourage you to share your fun crafts with us
- To post on social media, use #NationalReadARoadMapDay.
- Attention adventurers! Check out these 5 Epic Road Trips that will require map reading skills...
Road map FAQ
Q. What is a mapmaker?
A. A mapmaker is known as a cartographer. A. A mapmaker is a cartographer.
Q. Why do people still use paper road maps?
A. Wireless communications aren't always 100% accurate, batteries die, and technology fades. While the map or atlas in your car may not have the most recent rest stops, newest restaurants, or the fastest route, they do provide accurate navigation between points A and B.
