Looking for a mapping mentor/buddy in the North West

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Hello,

I’ve been now casually adding edits to the map for nearly two years as well as relying on OSM for navigation on foot, bicycle and car. I am looking to improve both my understanding of the data structures, use of mapping hardware and other technical knowledge to improve map accuracy and completeness of places I visit, mostly Cheshire, Lancashire and North Wales.

I am interested in improving pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, but also very happy to do addresses, points of interest and really anything of use. I’ve been using a combination of StreetComplete, EveryDoor, JOSM, GPS tracing and aerial imagery.

My reading of the OSMUK page is that there’s no regular catch ups, though perhaps I am wrong on this as I remember map chats mentioned at the AGM. I could of course use the forum as it does seem very effective, but I thought perhaps teaming up with someone who lives or just knows my area would be more effective at my stage.

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This post is a really good start!
I’ve done some mapping in Morecombe, but only when visiting my aunt. I can think of one active mapper that might still be in the area, I’ll drop him a message and point here.

Contacting active/interested mappers can be tricky if there’s not existing events because communication/social-media options are so abundant. I’ve not done it for a while but I am planning to (for my new home of Dundee) and will document the process so others can attempt to replicate.

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Oh, I also remembered this is happening in Manchester next month: Joy Diversion | OpenStreetMap Calendar

The first one was much more psychogeography/exploring than contributing to OpenStreetMap, but it was a fun day out. @Jez_Nicholson will happily talk OSM-stuff to you and I’m sure other people will too.

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Thanks, I saw the Joy Diversion and I am even in Salford that very day, but attending a wedding. It’s not my wedding though so sure to mark a culvert if I see one.

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Hi Robert
I’m Phil, a long time contributor to OSM based in North Shropshire.

I make occasional forays into Cheshire and more frequent ones into Mid and North Wales.

Have only just seen Joy Diversion in this thread but now intend to be there.

Phil (trigpoint)

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Thanks for the introduction! I will definitely be in touch then, but I will be using the forum as first point of call.

I can also very cautiously try generative AI as I suspect it may be a useful bridge for me in summarising existing documentation and discussing ideas.

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I mostly map around South Cumbria/North Lancashire. There’s several active mappers in North Lancs. We’ve not had a meet up for a long time, so are probably due another. Feel free to message me via my OSM profile if you want to discuss anything :slight_smile:

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Hi there! I saw your post and would love to connect. I’m currently looking for a mapping mentor/buddy as well, and I think it would be great to share knowledge and experiences. If you’re interested in collaborating or sharing tips, feel free to reach out. Looking forward to hearing from you!

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Great, thanks for replying. I will be in touch over forum messages then.