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On November 19, the Portland Geospatial community gathered for the 13th Annual PDX GIS Day. Once again, Ecotrust’s Irving Street Studio provided a warm, welcoming space—it was the perfect setting for a night built around the geospatial community.
And what a community it is. This year’s event drew a mix of around 350 geospatial professionals, students, educators, and map-lovers of all kinds. The energy in the room was unmistakable—lively conversations, animated reunions, new introductions, and the vibrant hum that always seems to fill the room when you put Portland’s geospatial world under one roof. Every year feels big… and every year somehow feels bigger. A Night of Connection, Gratitude, and Lots of Maps As always, our sponsors helped set a tone of playfulness and exploration. Attendees floated between tables hosted by:PNW Geospatial Professional Network, Gartrell Group, PCC GIS Club , ASPRS, NV5, 3J Consulting, OregonView, Jarrett Walker & Associates, EcoNW, Cascadia Partners, Dymaptic, Greentop Planning Development & Research, PSU Geography & Urban Studies, Clean Water Services, and Metro. From interactive map challenges to spatial guessing games, each table offered a chance to meet new people, try something hands-on, and spark conversation. And thanks to our sponsors, we enjoyed great food, plentiful beverages, and—this year—a truly impressive feat of dedication: 500 handmade cupcakes from Dymaptic CEO Mara Stoic. Behind the scenes, a tireless planning team and a large crew of volunteers—mostly PCC students—kept everything flowing smoothly. Their work is the invisible glue of this event, and this year we felt their impact more than ever. Keynote: Data, Intention, and Community This year’s keynote speaker, Sachi Arakawa, partner at Cascadia Partners, brought the spirit of community planning to the forefront. With a background that blends urban planning, geospatial thinking, and public engagement, Sachi explored how data, games and creativity intersect to shape more livable places with Scenario Planning. Her talk underscored exactly what the evening was celebrating: that the most meaningful work we do is rarely done alone. It is built with others, for others, and in deep partnership with the people whose lives and landscapes we aim to improve. Raffles, Maps, and Celebration Our annual raffle brought excitement back into the room, with prizes including:
And for those who love to leave GIS Day with armfuls of cartographic treasure, the Washington Geological Survey and DOGAMI once again provided stacks of maps for attendees to take home. A Community That Grows With Intention Since the earliest days this event has grown not just in size, but in spirit. People return year after year, and new faces arrive ready to join in. Each person brings something unique, and each person helps shape what this gathering has become. Community is what keeps PDX GIS Day thriving. It’s why we outgrow every venue. It’s why the room feels electric. It’s why people stay long after the formal program wraps up, still chatting, still connecting, still mapping out what comes next. Until Next Year… Thank you to everyone who attended, sponsored, volunteered, presented, baked cupcakes, donated maps, or simply showed up with enthusiasm. You make this event what it is. We can’t wait to see where this community goes next—and we look forward to celebrating with you again next year. SCGIS & NASA Free Virtual Webinar Part 2!
Advancing Conservation and Community Resilience with Thermal and Hyperspectral Remote Sensing: Applications from NASA’s ECOSTRESS and EMIT Missions (PART 2) December 2, 2025 3:00-4:00 pm Eastern / 12:00-1:00 pm Pacific (that's two weeks away!). REGISTER NOW! Advances in thermal infrared radiometry and hyperspectral imaging are revolutionizing how we observe and understand Earth’s environmental systems. These technologies provide detailed data on land surface temperatures, vegetation health, plant functional traits and phenology, water quality, and other critical indicators for tracking ecosystem change and climate impact. In this two-part SCGIS and NASA webinar series, we highlight real-world applications using data from two NASA instruments aboard the International Space Station: 1) Ecosystem Spaceborne Thermal Radiometer on Space Station (ECOSTRESS) and 2) Earth Surface Mineral Dust Source Investigation (EMIT). This webinar is open to the public. Thursday, December 4, 2025
10:00 – 11:30 AM EST Register HERE Click on “Add to your calendar” once you receive an email confirming your registration (Webinar in English with simultaneous interpretation in French and Spanish) Overview The Global Wildlife Program (GWP) Legacy Series showcases the impact and lessons learned of recently concluded or soon-to-conclude GWP projects across Africa, Asia and Latin America and the Caribbean. The series showcases results across key themes, including the conservation of wildlife species, efforts to combat illegal wildlife trade and the promotion of wildlife-based economies. This webinar features the achievements of the GWP projects “Enhancing Jaguar Corridors and Strongholds Through Improved Management and Threat Reduction” in Belize, implemented with the Government of Belize and the Corozal Sustainable Future Initiative (CSFI) as the government’s executing partner, and “Integrating Landscape Considerations in Wildlife Conservation, with Emphasis on Jaguars” in Ecuador, implemented with the Government of Ecuador and the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) as the government executing partner. Funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) as the GEF agency, these initiatives have delivered significant results in jaguar conservation, landscape-level management, community empowerment, and biodiversity protection. Join us to explore how new protected areas and specialized jaguar management units are setting enhanced conservation standards in Belize. In Ecuador, an integrated landscape approach is shifting perceptions, elevating jaguars from potential threats to symbols of cultural pride and ecological resilience while expanding leadership opportunities for women and youth in conservation. The discussion will also highlight the practical benefits of participating in the GWP and opportunities for cross-project collaboration, along with key lessons and adaptive approaches that helped partners navigate and overcome implementation challenges. To join this call, register here. Featured Speakers
Please join Washington’s and Oregon’s State Data Center Networks for the following webinar:
Members of the Oregon State Census Data Center Network are invited to our 2025 annual conference. This year we will again be holding a joint meeting with our colleagues in Washington State. Due to the federal government shutdown, Census Bureau staff are unavailable to participate-- we have taken the opportunity to arrange an alternative program, and we hope you will join us for this important conversation: Navigating the Changing Federal Data Landscape from a State and Local Perspective When: Nov 17th 10:00-11:30 a.m. Click here to register and receive a meeting link Data produced and shared by various federal agencies has undergone significant changes in recent months. These shifts will impact how public data is accessed, interpreted, and used for decision-making at the state and local levels. Staying informed and adaptable is essential for Oregon and Washington data users to effectively leverage these resources and ensure informed policy and operational decisions. Join state and national data experts to explore:
Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-asprs-cascadia-technical-exchange-tickets-1711332033179?aff=oddtdtcreator   Mark your calendars—PDX GIS Day is back! 🎉
The 13th annual PDX GIS Day will be held at Ecotrust’s beautiful and spacious Irving Street Studio on Wednesday, November 19th at 6:00pm. This year’s keynote speaker is Sachi Arakawa, bringing fresh insights and inspiration to our community. Come enjoy pizza, drinks, dessert, and great company—plus plenty of time to connect with fellow GIS professionals, students, and enthusiasts. 👉 Reserve your spot today so we have food and drinks waiting for you! With space for 500 people, there’s room for everyone. Join your fellow geo-geeks to celebrate and share GIS—and please spread the word to colleagues and friends. ❤️A big thank you to our generous sponsors, whose support makes this event possible. Questions about PDX GIS Day 2025? Interested in sponsoring? Contact Christina Friedle at [email protected]. 🔗 Visit the PDX GIS Day website for details Present your research at the ASPRS Annual International Technical Symposium!
· Deadline for submission: Monday, September 8. · Presenters will be informed of acceptance Monday, September 15. · Presenters must be registered for the event by Monday, September 22 to be included in the final program. Registration is free. · Materials for the Symposium website must be received by Monday, October 13. This is an interactive virtual event. One week before the live event, presentation recordings will be posted to the Symposium website for public viewing. Viewers will be able to preview the presentations, post comments and questions, and vote on their favorite presentations using the website interface. During the live Symposium, there will be interactive sessions with authors where they can give a brief overview, answer questions, and engage in discussion. Presentation and discussion participation awards will be announced during the conference. Presentation Topics We are seeking presentation abstracts based on ASPRS core disciplines in the collection, management, exploitation, and analysis of geospatial sources, data, and information. We are especially interested in contributions focused on the future of imaging and geospatial information technologies, which provide a glimpse of developments on the horizon. Individuals from government agencies, private firms and universities are all encouraged to submit abstracts in the following general topic areas: · Aerial Data Acquisition · AI and Machine Learning · Data Integration and Management · Data Visualization · Digital Twins · Photogrammetry · Point Cloud Processing · Reality Capture · Remote Sensing Image Analysis · Topobathymetric and Coastal Mapping · UAS/UAS Systems and Applications · Geospatial Workflows and Processes · Workforce Development Presentation Type The following basic options for presentation format are provided in the Abstract Submission form: · Oral Presentation (10 - 15 minutes) · Posters Submission and Review · A MyASPRS account is required to access the Abstract Submission form and participate in the Symposium. · You do not have to be an ASPRS member to have a MyASPRS account. You may use a non-member account or create a free guest account when prompted. · The person planning to present should submit the Abstract Submission form. It will be tied to your conference registration record. Additional authors can be listed within the form and will appear in the program listing. Conference Registration for Presenters · The Symposium will be free and open to all. A MyASPRS login will be required to attend live streaming sessions, post comments, and interact with other participants. Publication of Proceedings · Presenters will be asked to provide prerecorded presentations, which will be shared after the event with all conference attendees through the Symposium website. · Presenters are also encouraged to submit full manuscripts, which will be published as Proceedings of the 2025 ASPRS International Technical Symposium (ITS). https://landtrustalliance.org/resources/learn/explore/the-what-how-and-why-of-drones-for-land-trusts
Title: The What, How and Why of Drones for Land Trusts Date: November 6, 2025 Time: 2-3:30 p.m. Eastern Costs:
About This Webinar Has your land trust thought about using drones for monitoring, baseline documentation or current conditions reports, but you aren’t sure where to start? Whether the hurdle is understanding how drone photography works or deciding how to budget, this webinar is for you. Stewardship and land protection staff and volunteers will learn the basics of what drones are and how they work from Rory Thibault, land protection specialist at Land Conservancy of Western Michigan. Dirk Ruff, land protection and conservation specialist, will share the structure and goals of Little Traverse Conservancy’s 4-year-old drone program. Chris Long, conservation easement manager, will share the story of starting the new drone program at Land Conservancy of Western Michigan. Here’s a look at what we will cover:
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