How do I use the Google Maps?

Wild Paddle utilizes Google Maps through out the site. Google maps are easy to use and you can even create maps to show others a location. Below is a map that you can use to get familiar with using Google Maps.

Example Map to Practice On

Getting around the Google Map

1. Click to Zoom into the map
2. Click anywhere along the scale to rapidly zoom in or out
3. Click to Zoom out of the map

Types Of Maps

1. A graphics map with roads and some lake names
2. A satellite aerial photographs
3. Combined aerial photographs with roads and lake names (Recommended)

Additional features

1. Hold down the left mouse button to grip the map and you can move it around by moving the mouse.
2. Use the scroll wheel on the mouse to zoom in and out of the map
3. Double click on a spot to center the map at that position