FR01 Land Mapping Using Metes and Bounds

Friday, 23 May 2025, 2:00-5:00 p.m., Combs Chandler room

Knowing exactly where ancestors lived is critical for finding neighbors and understanding their community and living situations. For the original colonies, there are typically no maps showing this, so being able to locate and map that property yourself is an important skill. Property boundaries in these areas were described using a system called “metes and bounds” which uses directions and distances combined with natural and human created landmarks.

This hands-on workshop will teach this system through lectures and exercises conducted both as a class and individually. Exercises will use hand drawing methods, supplemented by specialized software and Artificial Intelligence tools.

David M. McCorkle specializes in and lectures on land records, platting, mapping tools, and AI. He created the free website NC Land Grants, and is co-owner of GenWebinars.

This special three-hour workshop requires a separate registration. Seats are limited, so register now.

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