Clark, Maya – MarylandView

2025 Geospatial Technology Summer Camp (Registration now open!)

March 14, 2025 Clark, Maya

We are excited to announce the 2025 Geospatial Technology Summer Camp that will take place at Towson University from July 8 to July 11, 2025. This summer camp, tailored exclusively for Maryland high school students, promises an immersive experience in geospatial technologies.

Spanning four days and three nights, this all-inclusive camp at Towson University offers a comprehensive exploration of geospatial technologies, providing hands-on training in digital cartography, GPS, satellite remote sensing, aerial photography, and open-source mapping. Furthermore, students will engage in activities designed to promote team building and experience the vibrant college atmosphere.

Key highlights of the camp include:

All-inclusive lodging and meals
Team-building activities
NASA field trip
Drone flying
Satellite image analysis
Aerial photography
Digital mapping
GPS data collection

And much more!

Please note that the camp has a capacity of 20 students, and the registration deadline is 11:59 pm on June 2, 2025.

Please click here to register.

For any inquiries, please contact Dr. Carter Wang at cwang@towson.edu.

UAS Remote Sensing Student Training – Fall 2024 Semester

November 2, 2024 Clark, Maya

In late October at Towson University, Geography students received UAS remote sensing training from Dr. Carter Wang. Students had the opportunity to fly the DJI Matrice 200 V2 drone that is equipped with the MicaSense Altum 6-band multispectral sensor. They collected aerial photographs of the campus, and later learned how to process these images for use in vegetation health analysis and map creation.

Professor Dr. Carter Wang demonstrates how to use the DJIFly App to create and upload a flight plan to the drone.

Students prepare the drone for flight by attaching the propellers.

Students take turns flying the drone in manual flight mode.

Drone view of Towson University campus in late October.

Group photo of Dr. Carter Wang and geography students from drone POV.

Geospatial Technology Summer Camp Recap 2024

October 30, 2024 Clark, Maya

In the summer of 2024, MarylandView hosted a 4-day 3-night geospatial technology summer camp for Maryland high school students at Towson University.

This immersive experience introduced students to the field of geospatial technology through a series of skill-building workshops in remote sensing, story map creation, and satellite image analysis taught by TU professors. Students also gained exposure to real-life applications of geospatial technologies through a guided tour of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, a private planetarium show, and hands-on experience with operating a drone. In addition, team-building activities such as rock climbing, trivia competitions, and group problem-solving provided an opportunity for students to socialize and form new friendships.

This summer camp was highly favorable to both students and parents, and it received a 4.4/5 rating in survey results from this past summer. Students were able to get a glimpse of the college life experience at TU, while engaging with other students from across Maryland who share similar passions and interests. It is an excellent opportunity for students who are interested in the intersection between technology and earth studies, and who are eager to learn from professionals working in the field. Students leave this camp with invaluable experiences that prepare them for their next steps in their educational journey.