Explore Spatial Resources in the California Desert

The DRECP Gateway provides easy access to:

• Hundreds of reliable conservation datasets
• Powerful keyword and geographic search tools
• Well-documented spatial information
• Authoritative biological, physical, and socio-economic data
• Added interpretation and summary features for some datasets
• Member-created groups

Create Custom Maps

With mapping tools provided with the DRECP Gateway, you can:

• View, edit, create, and analyze geospatial data
• Overlay and style datasets
• Create custom drawings and labels
• Combine your own data with data from other reliable sources
• View data as maps, graphs, and animations
• Save, print, and export information in various formats

Interpret Conservation Data
in New Ways

Use the DRECP Gateway to:

• Explore the attribute data included in spatial datasets
• Use special DRECP datasets and tools
• View animations of conservation datasets over time
• Gain access to premium analytical tools

Collaborate With Others

The DRECP Gateway makes it easy to work with others:

• Organize your data into easily-viewed galleries
• Save, print, and export information in various formats to share with others
• Create or join groups to collaborate around topics important to you
• Provide input using provided commenting tools
• Participate in the public commenting process

Next Steps

The DRECP Gateway allows for learning at your own pace. Follow the links to start exploring, creating, and collaborating.

• Browse galleries
• Search for content

• Gain access to premium analytical tools