Living Local with Jared Ownbey with Ownbey Land Surveying

In this episode, Ed sits down with Jared Ownbey of Ownbey Land Surveying for a deep dive into a field most folks only think about when they have to: surveying. Jared breaks down what his team does every day, from traditional boundary and topographic surveys to the high-tech world of bathymetric mapping using a remote-controlled survey boat. Yes, they literally map lake bottoms.Jared shares stories from the field, including everything from handling massive 500-acre tracts to piecing together tiny parcels washed out by flooding. He explains why gaps and overlaps happen on paper, how surveyors track down missing corners, and why neighbors can be scarier than wildlife. You’ll hear about deer discoveries, copperheads, adventurous jobs in Chimney Rock, and the occasional misunderstanding when a survey crew shows up in someone’s backyard.The conversation shifts to local life as Jared talks about his go-to food spots like Postero, Shine, and Hot Dog World. He also shares favorite activities around the area, including mountain biking at Kanuga, grabbing apples from Mountain Fresh Orchards, and riding the Ecusta Trail on his lunch breaks.Jared wraps up with how folks can reach him if they need expert surveying help — and Ed hints that a part two might be in the future.A fun, informative episode that shines a light on a trade most people don’t understand but every property owner depends on. Tune in and keep living local.