Road Scholar B

[dxu46]

We have quite a selection of previously used Road Scholar maps which we are attempting to match up with past tests. We have been going through the questions on the past test for any indicators of what specific map was used. But aside from this "peck and hunt" method, does anyone have a method of gathering matching materials for this event?

Well, you can always order the maps online, and most tests should have the maps listed right at the start of the test. If the tests aren't major reg/state/nats tests, then they may not follow that format, but what are you going to do? I'd say just start the test without maps, then when the questions ask for them, find them.

[Fanglin]

We have quite a selection of previously used Road Scholar maps which we are attempting to match up with past tests. We have been going through the questions on the past test for any indicators of what specific map was used. But aside from this "peck and hunt" method, does anyone have a method of gathering matching materials for this event?

Well, you can always order the maps online, and most tests should have the maps listed right at the start of the test. If the tests aren't major reg/state/nats tests, then they may not follow that format, but what are you going to do? I'd say just start the test without maps, then when the questions ask for them, find them.

The only proper way to prepare is to just practice. Have a database of maps/tests, and complete practice tests both at home (alone) and with your partner. Time yourself, and limit your partner practices to 50 minutes.
Make sure you are able to do all three sections of the event (Topo, Road, and Profile/drawing), but be able to divide and conquer with your partner (the only way to actually finish the test in time). The tests are usually 50% topo, 25% road and 25% profile/drawing. Split up the work by section with your partner as described earlier.
Make sure you have proper map tools on hand. I can suggest the following, but others work.
24:000 topo ruler: (meters, miles, minutes, seconds)
https://www.maptools.com/product/Ruler24
24:000 UTM grid tool
https://www.maptools.com/product/UTMGrid24
Good map compass (with arm):
http://www.forestry-suppliers.com/produ ... 22&redir=Y
The best topo map key online:
https://pubs.usgs.gov/gip/TopographicMa ... ymbols.pdf
I would also suggest you bring in 2 meter/yard rulers primarily to have a dependable straight edge for measuring longitude. A piece of string is useful for measuring winding lengths such as a road or stream. (measure length with string, and place string up against scale chart).
I used all of these at Nationals two years back, and I highly recommend these. Other than the obvious (binder, pencils, calculator), these are all you really need.
Good luck!

[martinakrystal]

Hello
Participants will answer interpretive questions that may use one or more state highway maps,

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[Fanglin]

I'm coaching for a new school this year, and I've lost all the materials I've used in the past to the school I used to coach at. I've found downloads for topographic maps and tests which won't be an issue, but I can't seem to find/buy specific road maps required for the tests. I've found a few online, but they aren't scaled correctly in the downloads, which is an issue. Is there any easy way to obtain new highway maps (preferably in paper format)?

Thanks!

[Anomaly]

What are some materials one should include in a competition binder for road scholar?

[dxu46]

What are some materials one should include in a competition binder for road scholar?

I wouldn't know because our coach told us that it wasn't allowed, but... (Click to Show Hidden Text)

I would say a topo map symbol sheet, a formula sheet, azimuths, calculator, etc.

[NeilMehta]

What are some materials one should include in a competition binder for road scholar?

I wouldn't know because our coach told us that it wasn't allowed, but... (Click to Show Hidden Text)

I would say a topo map symbol sheet, a formula sheet, azimuths, calculator, etc.

Tbh, a sheet with a list of important areas not listed in the map is always useful

[Fanglin]

What are some materials one should include in a competition binder for road scholar?

I wouldn't know because our coach told us that it wasn't allowed, but... (Click to Show Hidden Text)

I would say a topo map symbol sheet, a formula sheet, azimuths, calculator, etc.

Tbh, a sheet with a list of important areas not listed in the map is always useful

I have a really thick binder. These are the things that I took to competition:
-USGS map symbols sheet
-3 different RS guides with references as needed
-A unit conversion sheet (with a lot of stuff)
-UTM exclusion/inclusion map with zones, meridians, and equators.
-A piece of string (for measuring windy stuff as needed)
-Hole Strengtheners (in case something rips and falls out prior to competition
-Lots of spare paper for calculations, measurements, and straight edges.
-Rules

[Fanglin]

I wouldn't know because our coach told us that it wasn't allowed, but... (Click to Show Hidden Text)

I would say a topo map symbol sheet, a formula sheet, azimuths, calculator, etc.

Tbh, a sheet with a list of important areas not listed in the map is always useful

I have a really thick binder. These are the things that I took to competition:
-USGS map symbols sheet
-3 different RS guides with references as needed
-A unit conversion sheet (with a lot of stuff)
-UTM exclusion/inclusion map with zones, meridians, and equators.
-A piece of string (for measuring windy stuff as needed)
-Hole Strengtheners (in case something rips and falls out prior to competition
-Lots of spare paper for calculations, measurements, and straight edges.
-Rules

(Don't forget to put you name on your work)
lol

[z.zihao04]

Ok, so which parts of the event are we allowed to use the notes in the 3-ring binder we can bring. On the rules, it says "along with one three-ring binder of any size containing a USGS Map Symbol Sheet and other information in any form and from any source, attached using the available rings. The information may be removed during the event." So I'm not sure which part we can use our notes