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Explore technical articles, mapping strategies, and GIS thought pieces from the team.

Graticules and grids globe
Graticules Measured Grid

Graticules and Grids

By GHB Maps · August 17, 2025

What are graticules? A quick primer on latitude/longitude lines, measured grids, and how they’re used in cartographic design.

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Coordinate systems globe
Geographic Projected

Coordinate Systems

By GHB Maps · August 17, 2025

Geographic vs. Projected: how coordinate choices affect accuracy, distance, and analysis across your maps.

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US national parks map
Parks Experience Builder

National Parks

By GHB Maps · Aug 17, 2025

Explore U.S. National Parks & Forests with rich popups and map-driven exploration built with ESRI Instant Apps.

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Michigan crime dashboard
NIBRS Analytics

Michigan Crime 2022

By GHB Maps · Jan 12, 2025

Interactive map of aggregated 2022 crime statistics reported by Michigan agencies using FBI NIBRS data.

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