2025 Houston-Area GIS Day Professional 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, 2025, 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 and BadElf.
Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
- Location: University of Houston–Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77058
- Includes: Hot lunch and Credential points towards GISP certification
- Level: Beginner-level GIS professionals
Please note that registration for workshops is separate from registering for the GIS Day Expo on November 20th.
Register Now
Discounts to University Students!
Email at Molly Eskelson at Molly.Eskelson@h-gac.com.
Workshops Offered
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: Bring your own Smartphone with mobile data and ArcGIS Field Maps pre-installed. Computers provided by the university.
| Start/End Time |
Early-Bird Cost |
Standard Cost |
| 8:30 AM to 11:45 AM |
$35 |
$60 |
Discounts to University Students!
Email at Molly Eskelson at Molly.Eskelson@h-gac.com.
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 |
Discounts to University Students!
Email at Molly Eskelson at Molly.Eskelson@h-gac.com.
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.
| Start/End Time |
Early-Bird Cost |
Standard Cost |
| 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
$35 |
$60 |
Discounts to University Students!
Email at Molly Eskelson at Molly.Eskelson@h-gac.com.