Summary

Exploration of the next generation web maps for the National Park Service (NPS) using Map Libra and transitioning from Mapbox GJS. Emphasis on data standards, community collaboration, and avoiding a centralized API approach.

Highlights

🗺️ NPS evolving web maps to Map Libra, transitioning from Mapbox GJS and Leaflet.

🌐 Focus on data standards, community collaboration, and government standards.

🏞️ NPS known for visually stunning maps of parks like Acadia and Denali.

🌍 Unigrid maps recognized but emphasis on data and community standards.

🔄 Shift from centralized API to decentralized, community-based tools.

🧩 Development of Map Libra plugins with TypeScript for accessibility and customization.

🖥️ Use of animated SVGs, scalable icons, and interactivity plugin for enhanced user experience.

#tags#WebMaps #NationalParkService #MapLibra #DataStandards #CommunityCollaboration #MappingTechnology #GIS #MapLibraPlugins #NextGenMaps