Cicada Emergence Map for Brood XIII Chicago and Lake County 2007

May 20, 2007
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The Cicadas are coming! This neat, interactive map put together by the Lake County Forest Preserve District allows you to report the amount of cicadas in your area!

This is a great example of a government agency collecting data through user generated content. The site is also nice link bait and will draw traffic and awareness of the Lake County Forest Preserve. This is also a good usage of an unique event to draw attention and awareness to the entity as a whole.

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    2 Responses to “Cicada Emergence Map for Brood XIII Chicago and Lake County 2007”

    1. Brian Ray on May 20th, 2007 10:45 pm

      Nice Map. Fun.

    2. Chicago Tech Community Charity Texas Hold Em Poker Tournament on June 17th, 2007 8:09 pm

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