Gift Ideas for the GIS-Geek

December 6, 2020 —

Looking for the perfect gift for a GIS geek, cartographer, geographer, or anyone who simply loves maps? We collected ideas from our employees and narrowed down the list for you here! Have a suggestion of your own? Tell us in the comments!

We received a lot of recommendations for books for this list that we are going to create a book club post in February! If you would like the list of books we recommend reach out to us directly! [email protected]

Augmented Reality 3D Earth

Suggestion by: Bonny Hinshaw, Senior Solution Consultant

We like this idea because it works as a learning tool for the entire family, and makes a great home accent!

Sharper Image $229.00

Vans x Saver Our Planet Sneaker Collab

I mean, Vans with a map printed on them… not much more to say here.

Zappos $70.00 (on sale for $47.50)

Ramble Map

Suggestion by: Martin Hughes, Senior Project Manager

The quality and detail of these relief maps is mesmerizing! Great gift for someone who has a special connection with the mountains.

Ramble Maps $249.00-$1299.00

Road Atlas 2021: Adventure Edition

Suggestion by: Peter Stevlingson, Senior Software Engineer

Give the gift of socially distanced adventure in 2021 with this Road Atlas. Yes, we know everyone uses GPS these days but sometimes you just need a good old fashion Road Atlas to see where you’re going.

National Geographic $24.99

Fi Series 2 Dog Smart Collar

A stylish dog tracker for the dog lovers! The quickest way to be notified if your dog escapes.

Try Fi $149.00

Map On Shirt

Suggestion by: Martin Hughes, Senior Project Manager

Have a cool map you want to show off? Get it printed on a tshirt! Or select one of their many options of the pre-created shirts.

Map On Shirt $31.50+

Tiffany & Co Manhattan Map Scarf

We wanted something for everyone on this list. And we know of a few people in the GIS industry who would love this!

Tiffany & Co $150.00

Brilliant Maps for Curious Minds: 100 New Ways to See the World

Suggestion by Adam Tonkin

We received a lot of book suggestions which has inspired us to do a book post in the future. However, we are highlighting this suggestion because it sparked our creativity for this post. As Adam states, “for those with kids – got this for mine and it has some pretty cool visual maps”. Sounds good to us!

Amazon $17.95

The First Map and Measuring Wheel

Digitally map any space. Record the distance, area, and perimeter of any space or shape on your smartphone. We don’t even have an immediate need for this and we want it!

Sharper Image $269.99

Citymap Glassware

Suggestion by David Miller

The website says it best! “Timeless glassware etched in stunning detail with the streets, neighborhoods, and landmarks of great cities around the U.S. and the world.”

Well Told $16.00-$19.00

Lake Relief Map Serving Tray

Suggestion by Eryle Bixler

This is the perfect gift for someone who loves breakfast in bed! Select the lake that they have a special connection to. Water stained turquoise blue and recessed one level below land/islands.

Lake Art $169.00

Adjustable Map Frames

Suggestion by Erin Everett 

Know someone who has maps they want to display? Rather than sitting in the corner of their office rolled up buy them frames to easily hang them for all to see! These frames come in multiple sizes and styles.

Amazon $19.99

We Wrote the Book

The Indispensible Guide to ArcGIS Online

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