The 13th US Government Geospatial PDF Working Group Meeting will take place on August 5, 2020 and will be a virtual meeting.

The 13th US Government Geospatial PDF Working Group Meeting will include industry sessions detailing the use and creation of GeoPDF applications and geospatial PDF. Sessions focusing on how organizations are using the technology to enhance their businesses are also planned.

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Washington, DC – September 24-25, 2020

Attune (formerly Microtek),
110 Vermont Ave NW, Suite 700, Washington DC, 20005

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Whether you’re new to MAPublisher®, an experienced user, or simply thinking about a purchase, Avenza software training is a worthwhile experience. Get hands-on training from Avenza product specialists at one of our training courses around North America.

Who should attend?

• GIS professionals who want to produce better quality maps
• Map makers and cartographers incorporating GIS data to improve accuracy in their maps
• New MAPublisher users who just purchased a license
• Users who want to experience the latest features of MAPublisher

Cost

Cost of the two-day training course is $1,000 USD per person. Discounts are available to groups of three or more from the same organization and for returning students desiring a refresher or update. Major credit cards are accepted.

Training details

• Hands-on training takes place at a training center classroom where Windows computers and all required software and training data are provided.
• Attendees will learn the fundamentals of MAPublisher and learn how to use all major features. Attendees will also receive basic instruction on the use of Adobe Illustrator as it relates to MAPublisher and cartographic production. A basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is recommended, but not required.
• Attendees are encouraged to bring his or her own datasets. There will be some time during the end of the course to discuss these with an instructor.
• Attendees that are Mac users may opt to bring his or her own Mac and software. Make sure to inform Avenza a week before training to setup the system properly for training.
• Classes may be cancelled up to fifteen business days prior to the confirmed training date (depending on the number of reservations received).

NACIS 2021
Oklahoma City, OK
October 13-16, 2021

Make your plans now to participate in the Annual Meeting of the North American Cartographic Information Society in Tacoma, Washington. Join professionals and enthusiasts from government, commercial, and not-for-profit groups along with academics, scholars, map/GIS librarians, artists, technologists, and students in the society’s 41st Annual Meeting.

Presentation

Cartography in Adobe CC – MAPublisher and Geographic Imager Advancements

By Nick Burchell, Spencer Elford, Avenza Systems Inc.

This presentation will provide an overview of advancements in MAPublisher and Geographic Imager since NACIS 2020. Topics will include advancements to our coordinate system library, great new import formats, and numerous workflow enhancements to both applications. We’ll also provide an update on new features coming soon.

International Trails Symposium
Syracuse, NY
April 28 – May 1, 2019
Booth #33

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Wildland – Urban Interface 2019
Peppermill Resort, Reno, NV
March 26 – 28, 2019
Booth # 509

The WUI Conference brings together firefighters, researchers, and leadership at the local, state, federal and tribal levels to collaborate on emerging issues and educate wildland-fire management.

Meet with us to talk about improving situational awareness, disseminating up to date information, maintaining the safety of personnel in the field and how Avenza Maps Pro addresses these challenges.

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United States Forest Service

Intermountain Logging Conference
Spokane Valley, WA
April 3 – 5, 2019
Booth # TBA

The annual Intermountain Logging Conference and Equipment Show features presentations on hot-topic issues, offers accredited training sessions, and showcases the latest equipment and technology for your forest operations.

Visit us in the inside exhibition space to discuss maintaining accurate location and inventory information and how Avenza Map Pro is addressing these challenges in forestry operations across North America.

Presentation: Details TBA

Related Resources

Avenza Maps Pro: In the Field
Huber Resources Corp.

Case Study
Teaching Forest Management at Selkirk College

AAG Annual Meeting
Washington, DC
April 3-7, 2019
Booth # 315

Join the American Association of Geographers at the AAG Annual Meeting in Washington, DC for the latest in research and applications in geography, sustainability, and GIScience.

Poster Competition

We believe that one of the essential elements of a good map is good design. At this the upcoming AAG Meeting we are sponsoring a poster competition to allow cartographers to show off their design skills for a chance to win $1000 in prizes. Submit an abstract for the Avezna Poster Competition for Cartographic Design on the AAG website.  Deadline for submissions is January 31, 2019.