The Birth of AQUA3™ Maps In 1993, after a 12 month programme of testing the results were conclusive, the 3 properties, water resistance, enhanced durability & write on surface being the main objectives, hence AQUA3™ was born. AQUA3™ was launched into the market in March 1994, The Outdoor Leisure series of maps are dedicated to Britains National Parks & popular Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Forest Parks, & National Scenic Areas in Scotl&. Each sheet covers an area upto 1200 km 2.