Cassandra, I just realized that I had forgotten to answer one part of your question. >Where do you find out township numbers >and then the sections of a township? Some maps list the township and range numbers. I have a map of Choctaw Co. AL (one of my research areas) that I picked up in a gas station/convenience store on my of my trips to AL to visit family. It doesn't list the township/range numbers, but it does number the sections (1 - 36) and identifies each township block with a number like A1, B1, A2, etc. With information that another researcher sent me, I was able to label my map with the correct township/range numbers. She also gave me an address for ordering maps. I have not ordered from them, but I will list the address in case you are interested. Alabama Dept. of Transportation Equipment Bureau 1409 Coliseum Blvd. Rm. R-109 Montgomery, AL 36130 Attn. Map Sales