The GPS also is known as the global positioning system is used in a multiplicity of activities such as tracking the position of wildlife and other forest inhabitants. It is very glaring that GPS is a massive technological operator, and it automates various tasks and operations in the forestry industry. For instance, an operator can operate the whole earth in seconds of time. More so, it has an operation in case of fires, insect infestation, Ariel sprays and many more things that the human alone can’t handle. In a modern era in which we are today, the use of the GPS makes it is easy to locate a fire or any other sort of natural or manmade disaster in the Forest. A forest is a renewable resource and through the global positioning system, it is known that life inside the forests also known as the wildlife is in good shape according to the forest management systems. Let’s take a look at some of the distinct applications of GPS in Forestry.
Applications of GPS in Forestry
1. Though GPS is becoming the most used and forth method for taking important measurements within the surroundings of the forests. Even when there is an event occurring of sample extortion the Global Positioning System helps and locates the areas where there is a different type of soil.
2. However, the global positioning system is also used to map the aggregated and fertile land for the fertilization of the crop and this can be done just on a few pressing of buttons. The global position system is also becoming free of cost operator in the times to come. Some areas of the forests are rugged, unfriendly, and environmentally imbalanced, but with a good GPS, it will be a lot easier to work within such an environment.
3. The atmosphere is changing every day, there are changes in the surface of the earth and the roads. There are now global positioning systems installed and fixed into the vehicles driven by men and they are portrayed in digital formats that are constantly being updated to the global positioning system. Although it can be integrated with laser beams because it is a wireless connection. The rapid changes in the Earth’s surface, the minor deformations in the rock structures and other tectonic movements in the forest areas can be detected by the Global positioning system.
4. Data collective systems offer proactive steps in stopping deforestation. It can easily detect an accurate position of impending deforestation that is happening or about to happen within the forest boundaries. It is used to analyze a plethora of environmental issues. The data that has been collected from such a global positioning system can be imported to the geographical information system also known as the GIS. Precise positional data from the GPS can assist in crustal seismic monitoring.
5. Monitoring and preservation of endangered species are also done and facilitated through the global positioning system of tracking and positioning. The global positioning system can also alert us about the number of endangered species present on the planet. Therefore the longitude, latitude, and altitude of the global system tells us the accurate location on the world Map and marks plots for harvest or treatment plans. It is also helpful in laying out roads or skid trails and landings. More so, GPS can help you in getting your sorry ass out of the bush when you get lost.
7. It is also helpful in determining property boundaries.
8. Way pointing enclosures or endangered species habitat and Marking wildlife dens are achieved with the use of the GPS.
9. Finding a remote harvest location. A GPS unit can hold down loose papers on a windy day when studying actual factual maps and documents on the pickup’s hood or tailgate. A sturdy GPS unit makes an excellent projectile and it is useful in correcting a subordinate’s misdeeds. It is best to employ this tactic when the victim is looking away.
10. Also, a GPS unit can be thrown at small animals’ intent on doing you harm or instigating mischief. Avoid employing the “GPS Hurl” on charging Bears or other mammals or reptiles that outweigh you be several factors. Though, a well-aimed GPS unit traveling at sufficient velocity has been proven effective against bear cubs and other young of various species. One rule to remember: always bring the charger cord. It makes a good tourniquet or garrote. Another bit of advice. Never hesitate to abuse or destroy a GPS unit. Technology can be replaced but a life or a limb cannot. Well, maybe a limb can but that original equipment is far better than even the most modern prosthetics. Plus, if you completely trash a bit of technological wizardry you give your boss yet another opportunity to go shopping and bust the department’s budget again thus fattening the line items for future allotment requests.
11. Reconnaissance surveys for Resources: With the GPS, forestry professionals can carry out an initial assessment of the likelihood of natural resources available within the forest. Most forests have huge reserves of natural resources which can either be beneficial or detrimental to the forest and forest lives. During reconnaissance surveying, the GPS is used in measuring important parameters such as time, elevation, depth to water level and other important factors.
Wrapping up:
Forestry is one of the widest areas in the terrestrial plane. It houses wildlife, important deciduous trees, and natural resources. The GPS is used in mapping, data collection, measurements, and information management of the forest. GPS is very important in navigation within the forest region, for tracing the movements of wildlife, for natural resources mapping and for observing the likelihood of deforestation.
