As a systematic pedestrian survey of extensive areas, the Upper Colca Project survey presented an opportunity to collect other field data as well. During survey work a separate set of GIS data was collected that consisted of non-archaeological data. These included geological sources of stone material such as chert outcrops and natural obsidian flows. Similarly, fresh-water springs and other resources of use to past peoples were mapped in. Mountain summits, trails that may follow Prehispanic trade routes, and other such environmental features were also mapped. Thousands of digital photos were taken, including a number of stitched panorama photos. The location of these photos was mapped with the mobile GIS using a form to enter the JPEG file numbers, as well as the cardinal direction and an estimate of distance for photographs of distant objects. The variety of data types that were determined to be "worth recording" during this survey project underscores the need for individual flexibility in recording methods.