USA Library: Our library maintains an excellent list of Earth Science links

Association of American Geographers: Our professional organization

National Mapping Information: The U.S.G.S. site

Internet Resources in Geography:  from the University of Texas

More Resources for Geographers! from Colorado University

Perry-Castaneda Library Map Collection: An outstanding online map collection

Geological Survey of Alabama: Good geological map of the state

National Park Service: Learn about our National Parks

GIS Data Depot: Free geospatial data

Terraserver: Imagery from satellites and airplanes

Fourmilab: View the Earth NOW from a satellite in space

Resources for Earth Sciences: Lots of animations and links to other sites with information to help teach or learn earth science concepts.

All you ever need to know about topographic maps: Scroll to the bottom of Dr. Susan Slaymaker's home page for comprehensive information on topographic map symbols, landforms, examples and stereoviews.

Online Map Creation: This is a great site for creating your own maps of anywhere in the world.

Natural Resources Conservation Service: Maps, facts, and figures on agriculture, soils, and landuse from the USDA.

CIA Factbook: Up to date information about every country in the world!

Job Resources for Geographers: (If you know of others, email Dr. Fearn)


The GIS Jobs Clearinghouse
Student Conservation Association
Environmental Jobs and Careers
US Government Job Opportunities
University of North Carolina Wilmington, Career Services

Department of Earth Sciences