A participatory trail web map based on open source technologies. Issue 2 (4th May 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Gore, Joshua; Peters, Stefan; Weber, Delene
• Is Part Of: International journal of cartography. Volume 8:Issue 2(2022)
• Page Start: 223
• Page End: 242
• Publication Date: 2022-05-04
• Subjects: Web map -- open source -- participatory -- volunteered geographic information -- tourism; Cartography -- Periodicals; 526.05
• DOI: 10.1080/23729333.2020.1840320
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2372-9333

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Interactive maps can be an important marketing tool for disseminating information about long distance walking trails and a way to value add to the recreation experience. Providing participatory functionality to maps by allowing users to share new information or refine existing information can greatly enhance user interest and improve the product. This research uses open source front and back end technologies to develop a single page, database driven participatory web map application for the Walk the Yorke Trail in South Australia. The development is based on and assessed through a user-centred design approach. The prototype participatory web map is assessed by cartographic experts, trail managers, and trail users. These evaluations indicate the validity of the design directions taken but highlight the need for information quality and quantity when encouraging participation from knowledgeable trail users, and the need for tools to ensure the continuing quality of further submitted information.