Who we are

Friends of GIS are a self help group that meet on a sporadic basis to learn the QGIS software. We come from a wide range of Wildcare groups across the state and help each other to prepare maps of our areas of interest. Members have a range of special interests. We can support users on Windows, Mac for QGIS and Apple and Android devices for Fulcrum.

QGIS was chosen as our software of choice as its open source and free meaning there is no barrier for anyone wanting to learn. Its also supported world wide by a very active community of developers and users.

Where we work

At this stage we hold irregular sessions at the Parks and Wildlife Offices at Glenorchy (1-3 Murrayfield Court, Glenorchy) however we are keen to support people in other locations. This can be accomplished via email or skype sessions if so desired.

What we do

We are all learning the QGIS software as well as the fundamentals of using Geographical Information Systems (GIS). This includes the use of GPS's for data capture. We also have use of Fulcrum and Mergin Maps software for data capture in the field using iPads (or other devices). If you would like assistance in capturing data just drop us an email and will try and assist you with your issues. We can also help individuals with GPS problems (updating firmware, uploading and downloading waypoints and tracks).

We are always keen to try out any software that makes field data capture easier and more cost effective for branches in the long term. Friends of GIS is also available for one on one sessions with groups or individuals to get them started using QGIS, prepare datasets for your area of interest or to help develop forms in Fulcrum or Input for field data collection. Most recently the Fulcrum software has been used for the following purposes:

Rat eradication on Big Green Island, Georges Rocks
Weed management on Deal, Tasman and Maatsuyker Islands
Historic artifacts collection on Tasman Island

Our Contacts

fogis@wildcaretas.org.au

External Links

Wildcare Friends of GIS