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May 24, 2007, 9am-3:45pm
Indiana State Library
If you use data, especially federal or state data, this is your conference. Featuring presentations by the US Census Bureau, the Indiana Business Research Center, the Indiana State Library, the Indiana Geographic Information Council, and a keynote address by Morton Marcus, this event has something for everyone, regardless of number-crunching experience.
Presentations will be given on many topics, including: the American Community Survey, Census 2010, GIS projects in Indiana, Indiana State Documents, Census "101", and the STATS Indiana website.
For an agenda, or to register online, visit www.statelib.lib.in.us/www/isl/sdc/may2407conference.html
October 29, 2007
Westin Hotel, Ottawa, Ontario
www.rdx.glc.org
The Great Lakes Regional Data Exchange (RDX) is a regional conference focusing on collaborative technology-based approaches to addressing Great Lakes related issues. The rapidly growing ability to collect information about the lakes and the region’s environment and infrastructure present new opportunities for science and management, but require additional measures to ensure data that are being collected are able to be shared and compared at a regional level. This conference is intended to address these needs by helping colleagues share information about their Great Lakes data collection and management programs, with a focus on finding ways to improve collaboration among organizations.
IGIC is pleased to announce a new series of educational events: the 2007 Webinars. Webinars combine live online demonstrations with a conference call, letting you fill your brain without ever leaving your office.
The first webinar will be held June 1st. Upcoming topics will include surveyors’ online tie cards, a series on cartography, conservation tools, and more!
Surveyor Tie Card Project: Online Access and Use
Friday, June 1st, 1:30-2:30pm
WEBINAR
FREE
Scanned copies of surveyor's section corner description cards (also called tie cards or tie sheets) are being added to the GIS Atlas for Indiana, an online mapping website. The scanned images are available on the new "surveyor tie card - map layer," which allows surveyors, engineers and the public to see this information online. Three counties have already posted their tie cards to the site, affording them secure offsite storage and countywide access to the information.
At this online event, attendees will:
- · Get step-by-step instructions on how to use the new surveyor tie card layer
- · Learn tips and tricks for getting the most out of the new layer and the GIS Atlas
- · Learn how your county can participate in the project
To learn more about this project, championed by the IGIC Geodetic Control Workgroup, visit the project information pages.
Registrants will receive an email with login information and phone number one week prior to the event. Note: This is not a toll-free phone call, long distance charges may apply.
Project Management Methods for Making Credible Maps
Thursday, June 14th, 1:00-3:30pm
Indiana State Library, History Reference Room, Indianapolis
FREE
How can you make maps that are convincing and reliable? How can you make sure that the knowledge you have is passed on accurately? What can you do if your organization's mapping guru leaves? Cele Morris of the Northwest Indiana Center for Data Analysis and Jeremy Webber of IUPUI make a business case to illustrate the value of metadata as a geospatial data and project management resource.
Team Navigation!™ and Treasure Hunts!
Friday, July 13th, 1:00-3:30pm
Indiana State Library, History Reference Room, Indianapolis
FREE
This unique presentation will engage participants in fun, practical ways of using maps as real navigation tools. It will begin with a Treasure Hunt, using a Treasure Map and a secret puzzle to find a Treasure Chest! Participants, lead by Jeff Coates of TrueNorth and Associates, will learn about:
- · How you can easily make accurate maps using aerial photographs available on the internet
- · How to read and use a topo map
- · Fun interactive ways to introduce maps to others
- · How to use map and compass together as a navigational tool
- · More about the family sport of orienteering
- · How to have a little fun actually navigating!
Water, Water, Everywhere: Hydrology Data and You
Friday, July 20, 2007 9:00-3:30pm
Lawrenceburg, IN
FREE
This Road Show features speakers from around the state presenting on Indiana’s hydrology and other related data, and demonstrating GIS analysis tools and techniques. Topics will include:
- · The Indiana hydrologic monitoring network
- · Web-based streamflow applications
- · Using online soils resources
- · Groundwater data in GIS-based analysis
- · Incorporating land cover, elevation and soil data into hydrogeology models
- · Water pollution tools and analysis
- · Floodmap modernization and its effect on residents
Speakers include experts from government, universities and the private sector. The event is free, and lunch will be provided.
Exploring Statewide GIS Resources
Tuesday, November 13th, 1:00-3:30pm
Indiana State Library, History Reference Room, Indianapolis
FREE
This seminar will include a review and exploration of the considerable resources that are available to Indiana GIS users through the Indiana Geographic Information Council. These resources include opportunities for networking, education for both new and experienced GIS users, guidelines that can help users more effectively develop projects within their communities, and much more. The seminar will also provide an opportunity for participants to share their thoughts and ideas regarding how IGIC can best support the needs of GIS across Indiana. The presenter for this seminar will be Jill Saligoe-Simmel, PhD.