Houston Area GIS Day Workshops

The Houston-Area GIS Day Planning Committee is excited to offer a full day of professional workshops, leading up to the 2025 Houston-Area GIS Day, at discounted rates for the geospatial community.

Join us on Wednesday, November 19th, at the University of Houston-Clear Lake for hands-on workshops designed to enhance your skills and expand your geospatial knowledge. Whether you aspire to be a Geo Guru, Spatial Sorcerer, GIS Jedi, or Map Master, these sessions offer something for everyone. Workshops will be provided by:

ESRI
BadElf

We look forward to seeing you there—come ready to map out your future!

Event Date

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Professional Workshops

Event Location

University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058

Workshops Offered

Registration for the Houston Area GIS Day workshops is now open. A hot lunch is included with attendance. All workshops qualifies for Credential points towards GISP certification.

Disclaimer

Workshops are designed for Beginner- level GIS professionals to build on existing skills.
Please note that registration for workshops is separate from registering for the GIS Day Expo.
Don't miss out! Register to attend the GIS Day Expo on November 20th, where you can network, learn about the latest in GIS technology, and connect with fellow GIS enthusiasts!

Beginner's Guide To Field Mapping: Asset Management Seminar

Offered By Bad Elf

This seminar introduces fundamental geospatial concepts, field methodologies, and the latest geotechnologies. Participants will explore how to prepare, collect, and share high-accuracy location data using ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Field Maps, and GNSS hardware.

What You’ll Learn:

Understand GNSS fundamentals, horizontal and vertical datums, and map projections
Prepare and publish feature layers in ArcGIS Online
Collect and visualize data using web maps
Review best practices, safety protocols, and field data tips
Participate in hands-on data collection using ArcGIS Field Maps and GNSS receiver

Key Benefits:

Learn to manage and share field data digitally
Gain proficiency with mobile data collection apps
Understand how to pair external GNSS receivers with mobile devices for improved accuracy

Device recommendation: Attendees are encouraged to bring their own Smartphone with mobile data and ArcGIS Field Maps pre-installed. Computers will be provided by the university.

Start/End Time	Early-Bird Cost	Standard Cost
8:30 AM to 11:45 AM	$35	$60

Create Dynamic Analytics with ArcGIS Dashboards

Offered By ESRI

ArcGIS Dashboards present location-based analytics through interactive visualizations on one screen. Organizations can use them to make decisions, visualize trends, and monitor status in near real-time. Learn to customize dashboards for your audience, enabling them to find the answers they need.

Start/End Time	Early-Bird Cost	Standard Cost
8:30 AM to 11:45 AM	$35	$60

Unlocking Insights: Exploring GeoAI in ArcGIS

Offered By ESRI

GeoAI represents the fusion of machine learning and location intelligence, offering a versatile capability present in numerous ArcGIS products. It aids organizations across various sectors in leveraging their data more effectively. Discover how to harness location data as the common thread to unveil concealed patterns, enhance predictive modeling, and gain a competitive advantage. We invite you to join us in exploring ArcGIS's robust built-in tools, including machine learning and deep learning frameworks.