“A geographic information system (GIS) is a computer-based tool for mapping and analyzing things that exist and events that happen on earth. GIS technology integrates common database operations such as query and statistical analysis with the unique visualization and geographic analysis benefits offered by maps.”
-ESRI
The Northwest Conservation District is excited to offer you the latest in GIS technology. The potential functions of GIS are endless, taking into account the systems ability to assist in the analysis and management of any spatial data. GIS is best known for its ability to produce informative maps that allow you to visualize geographic features. It is also an extremely powerful analytical tool in understanding relationships between features and problem solving.
Using GIS we can assist you with: