How the Lost 40 Story Shows Why LIDAR Mapping Matters
Most people in Minnesota know about the Lost 40, but not everyone knows why that forest survived. The story connects directly to how land was surveyed more than a century ago—and how lidar mapping now prevents those kinds of mistakes. When you see how one error shaped an entire piece of Minnesota’s history, you start […]
Before the Ground Freezes: Get Your Boundary Line Survey
When Minneapolis gets its first real freeze of the season, most people start thinking about snow tires, ice melt, and keeping the heat running. But if you own property or plan to build soon, there’s one thing that should also be on your mind — a boundary line survey. That first hard freeze can change […]
Licensed Land Surveyor Shift: From Stakes to Screens
For decades, the role of a licensed land surveyor in the Twin Cities has been grounded—literally—in the field. Tripods, total stations, and long days marking boundaries were the norm. But lately, surveyors across Minneapolis and St. Paul are noticing a shift. With more builders using layout crews and drone data, traditional fieldwork is tightening. At […]