About GIS Day

GIS Day Watch - October 2008

In This Issue

Celebrate GIS Day - Wednesday, November 19

GIS Day is only a few weeks away. If you haven't planned your event, don't worry - there is still time! Follow these easy steps and join the GIS Day community.

Register your event. This is a great way to gain publicity for your GIS Day celebration because it automatically makes your event searchable to those who visit the GIS Day Web site. Register today.

Plan your event. Not sure how you should celebrate? Find inspiration by reading success stories about some of the events that took place last year and take a look at some GIS Day materials.

Have fun! Take a break from your everyday responsibilities and celebrate what you and others in the GIS industry work so hard for.

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Share Your Story

Recognize yourself and your organization by submitting success stories and nominating GIS Day heroes. These stories will provide guidance and ideas to those who will be planning GIS Day events next year. The participant showcase section of the GIS Day Web site hosts a variety of proclamations, photos, and stories.

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Activity Ideas for All Ages

Children
Ever been on an Earthworm Safari? Have fun with this and other backyard games or view a picture gallery of different backyards at PBS Kids.

Adults
There is always something happening in the education community. Catch up on the latest news about geography and GIS with this blog.

Everyone!
If you are still looking for activities for your GIS Day event, take a look at these suggestions for both computer- and non-computer-based activities for every age group.

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GIS in the Americas

This year's theme of the National Geographic Society's Geography Awareness Week is Mapping the Americas. Here are some examples of how people across the Americas benefit from the use of GIS in their communities:

Hurricane Preparedness
As the Caribbean and Atlantic regions enter the peak of hurricane season, GIS is helping people prepare for and respond to these natural disasters. Read more about the role of GIS in these types of disasters.

Youth Football
Youth football programs are on the rise faster than any other team sport in North America. A study was done by the National Football League (NFL) to find out more such as location and funding of these numerous programs. Read more about how GIS was used to help gather this information.

Conservation in Bolivia
Forest accounts for 65 percent of the area of Bolivia. Learn how researchers and conservationists are able to map this land cover and predict possible threats to all the diverse species that call the forest home.

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GIS Day Participants' Corner

In each issue of GIS Day Watch, the GIS Day team posts a question asked by members of the GIS Day community. To ask a question, make a comment, or give feedback, please take a minute and contact us.

A GIS Day Participant Writes
"Is it possible to have an editable version of the 2008 flyer? We are celebrating GIS Day on a different day than November 19 and would like to be able to change the date to fit our own event."

The GIS Day Team Responds
Many of our GIS Day materials also have editable versions available for download. They can be personalized to fit the date, time, and location of your event. Check out specific resources or browse all the materials.

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