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Justin Farrow posted a discussion in Arizona Land Surveyors
Find and Connect with Arizona Land Surveyors on Facebook
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Ok, so you're a professional land surveyor in the state of Arizona and you've of course joined the group. But have you found and 'liked' your professional association in Arizona on facebook? Well here is your chance! You can simply follow the activity on the Arizona Professional Land surveyors Association here or connect with their business page on facebook.

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Shay O'Sullivan is now a member of Land Surveyors United - Surveying Education Community
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Week 147: A Real-World Look at Ethics & The Professional Surveyor via GeoRadio- All Land Surveyor Podcasts in One
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"I just want to record a CSM/Survey Map" A real-world look at Ethics & the Professional Surveyor. Presented by Jeanette Harley, PLS

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Rick Meyer is now a member of Land Surveyors United - Surveying Education Community
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Episode 247 - Monte King, PLS via GeoRadio- All Land Surveyor Podcasts in One

The guys (and Will Wing) were joined this week by Monte King, PLS, Supervisory Cadastral Surveyor at Bureau of Land Management. Monte shares insights into his upbringing, career, and passions. Growing up between the Wind River Reservation and various locations in Montana, Monte reflects on how these experiences shaped his perspective and career path. He shares memories of his childhood, outdoor adventures, and the lessons he would pass on to his younger self. With a surveying career spanningā€¦

Monday
Daniel O'Neill commented on christopher lucas's article Who Owns Surveying Data? The Corporate Battle Over Knowledge
"This is a good article overall but instead of saying a midwest city had to buy back their data in 2022 i would appreciate more detail on these claims. A link to a news article or council meeting minutes would be great."
Monday
Greg Smith commented on christopher lucas's article The Generational Knowledge Gap: Where Are the Next Surveyors?
"We are a General Contractor in Arkansas in desparate need of surveyors for construction with CAD capability.Ā  Ā This article rings true to our experience in trying to find construction layout surveyors."
Monday
christopher lucas published an article
Our feature Surveyors: The Last Defenders of Ground Truth in a Virtual World made the case for surveyingā€™s critical role; this piece expands on how digital tools must still be grounded in reality by the profession.
Section 1: Introduction ā€“ The Role of Surveyors as Guardians of Ground Truth
In a world increasingly dominated by digital experiences, virtual landscapes, and artificial intelligence, the role of surveyors as guardians of ground truth has never been more criticalā€”or moreā€¦
Sunday
christopher lucas published an article
In The Generational Knowledge Gap: Where Are the Next Surveyors?, we addressed knowledge loss; this counterpoint suggests blending mentorship with new technologies to future-proof surveying.
Section 1: Introduction ā€“ The Generational Knowledge Gap
One of the most pressing challenges facing the surveying profession today is the growing generational knowledge gap. As experienced surveyors approach retirement, a vast amount of practical, hard-earned knowledge risks being lostā€”knowledge that isā€¦
Sunday
christopher lucas published an article
I. Introduction: A Profession at War With Itself
Surveying has always been a profession that demands precision, attention to detail, and a willingness to stand your ground when the data says youā€™re right. After all, when it comes to boundary lines, inches matter, and thereā€™s no prize for being close enough. But somewhere along the way, that necessary professional skepticismā€”the instinct to double-check, to challenge assumptionsā€”turned inward. Instead of fighting for the integrity of the craft,ā€¦
Sunday
christopher lucas published an article
While What Happens to Surveying If NOAA Loses Funding? explained the dangers of NOAAā€™s defunding, this counterpoint considers how surveyors can adapt by building local and private data resilience.
Section 1: Introduction ā€“ NOAAā€™s Role and the Risk of Defunding
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has long been a cornerstone of the surveying profession, providing essential geospatial data, tide measurements, and satellite-based observations that surveyors rely on forā€¦
Sunday
christopher lucas published an article
Our original piece The Push to Kill Surveying Licensure: Whoā€™s Behind It and Why? examined attacks on licensure; here, we explore whether evolving licensure models might actually strengthen the profession.
Section 1: Introduction ā€“ The Importance of Licensure
Licensure is a cornerstone of the surveying profession, ensuring that only qualified individuals carry out the critical tasks that affect land rights, public safety, and property values. As discussed in previous articles, licensureā€¦
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