Counter-mapping

Counter-mapping is a way of showing a different version of reality from the one usually presented by maps. People use counter-mapping to show how they experience their community, instead of how it looks on a regular map. For example, if a map of your town only shows streets, houses, and buildings, then a counter-map could include things like the favorite places to play, your most meaningful landmarks, or paths through the woods that you often explore. This way, instead of just seeing what the map tells you, you can also get to know the parts of the town that make it special to you.