Chelsea The Cartographer

Chelsea Map Scale: 6/10

Had I not known that this is a map of New York’s Finger Lakes, I would not know where it is.  There is no indication of relative location, or the location of surrounding areas. And, what exactly do the trees represent? Had there been a legend I would know. Is it national parks? Location of sequoia trees? who knows!

The counties are nicely distinguished from the roads, so I suppose this could be a location indicator, but again, only if you are familiar with the area.