Kansas Association of Mappers Announcements and Events

Pre-Conference Workshop Registration is Now Open!

Travis Brister — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:26:03 GMT

Enhance your KAM 2026 Conference experience by joining us for one of our Pre-Conference Workshops on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview in Wichita, Kansas.

Whether you're looking to sharpen your technical GIS skills, earn a certification, or learn new workflows from experienced professionals, our workshop lineup offers something for GIS users at every experience level. From ArcGIS Pro and Experience Builder to NG911, legal descriptions, and working with spreadsheet data, these hands-on sessions provide practical knowledge you can immediately apply in your organization.

2026 Pre-Conference Workshops

Introduction to COGO Editing in ArcGIS Pro (Full-Day | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Instructor: Kara Utter, GeoSpatial Training Services
Learn the fundamentals of Coordinate Geometry (COGO) editing in ArcGIS Pro, including traverses, bearings, distances, curves, and line construction. Perfect for GIS professionals new to COGO or transitioning from ArcMap.

2026 Kansas NG911 GIS Data Maintainer Certification (Half-Day | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Instructors: Kansas Data Access and Support Center (DASC)
Become a certified Kansas NG911 GIS Data Maintainer while learning about the Kansas NG911 GIS Data Model, maintenance responsibilities, geoMSAG, and the tools that support accurate emergency response.

Legal Descriptions – The Quick and Dirty (Half-Day | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Instructor: Pamela Dunham, PKM, Butler County GIS Director
Gain a practical understanding of legal descriptions, metes and bounds, the Public Land Survey System (PLSS), and techniques for interpreting difficult or incomplete property descriptions.

Introduction to Experience Builder (Half-Day | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Instructors: Andrew Schappert, Shawnee County, and Mark Schmidt, Butler County
Learn how to build engaging web applications using ArcGIS Experience Builder. This workshop covers the fundamentals, helpful tips, hidden features, and common pitfalls to help you build effective web GIS applications.

Map that Spreadsheet! (Half-Day | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Instructor: Amy Roust, GISP, PMP, City of Lawrence, Kansas
Turn spreadsheet data into maps using ArcGIS Pro. Learn data preparation, attribute joins, Display XY, geocoding, and practical troubleshooting techniques through hands-on exercises using real-world data.

Register Today

Workshop seating is limited, and several sessions are expected to fill quickly. We encourage attendees to reserve their spot as soon as possible.

➡️ View workshop details and register: https://www.kansasmappers.org/preconference

We look forward to seeing you in Wichita as we kick off the 41st Annual Kansas Association of Mappers Conference with a full day of learning and professional development!

Registration is Now Open for the 2026 KAM Conference!

Travis Brister — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:06:13 GMT

We're excited to announce that registration is officially open for the 41st Annual Kansas Association of Mappers Conference, taking place October 6–9, 2026, at the Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview in Wichita, Kansas. This year's theme, "Mapping on the Chisholm Trail," celebrates Kansas' rich history while looking ahead to the future of GIS and geospatial technology.

Hotel Room Block: To reserve a room at the Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview at the conference rate ($136.00 per night):

Online: https://www.druryhotels.com/bookandstay/newreservation/?groupno=10140789
Call: 800-325-0720 and provide group number: #10140789
Cutoff date: 09/03/2026

Please contact the hotel directly regarding its room cancellation policy, as hotel reservations are subject to the hotel's individual terms and conditions.

Whether you're a longtime KAM member or attending for the first time, you'll find valuable technical sessions, networking opportunities, hands-on learning, exhibitors showcasing the latest technology, and plenty of chances to connect with GIS professionals from across Kansas and beyond.

This year's conference will feature:

An inspiring keynote presentation from Brandi Rank, PMP, Principal Product Engineer at Esri.
Educational breakout sessions covering real-world GIS projects, AI, automation, data management, drones, LiDAR, and much more.
A Student Map Gallery, networking events, and opportunities to learn from peers across local government, utilities, academia, and private industry.

We're also excited to offer pre-conference workshops again this year. Workshop registration will open soon, with additional information and the full workshop lineup expected to be released within the next week or so. Keep an eye out for that announcement!

If you've been thinking about attending, now is the perfect time to reserve your spot.

Register today: https://www.kansasmappers.org/event-6579164

We can't wait to welcome everyone to Wichita this October for another great KAM Conference!

Mappy Hour in Lawrence

Katie Goff — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:47:24 GMT

Join us for a KAM Mappy Hour! We'll have an evening of networking, laughs, and ice-cold brews. Come unwind, connect, and kick off your Friday the right way!

Friday, July 31, 2026
4:30 to 6:30 pm
Lawrence Beer Company
826 Pennsylvania St
Lawrence, KS 66044

Please RSVP if you plan to join us - having a head count helps us to plan better!

For questions, email Amy Roust at aroust@lawrenceks.gov

Upcoming Events

Katie Goff — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:26:12 GMT

Upcoming GIS Events:

MidAmerica GIS Symposium 2026
- "Uniting the Midwest through Mapping"
- Embassy Suites by Hilton, Omaha Downtown Old Market
- April 14 – 16, 2026
- For more info and to register - https://www.magicgis.org/
- Early Bird Registration Deadline - March 8th
  Abstracts are still being accepted and hotel rooms are still available!
ESRI User Conference
- San Diego, California
- July 13 - 17

Visit the DASC Kansas Geoportal Community Page for more upcoming events!

2026 Conference Exhibitor Sign-up Now Open!

Travis Brister — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:34:45 GMT

The 41st annual Kansas Association of Mappers conference will attract GIS and mapping professionals and organizations from local and state governments as well as private and academic sectors from across the state of Kansas.

What was once a cadastral mapping conference has grown into geospatial fields as disparate as emergency response, public works, public health, environment, energy and utilities, recreation, transportation and water resources. We want to connect you with new customers as well as get face-to-face time with existing customers to grow partnerships that improve workflows around the state.

Click HERE for more information.

We look forward to seeing everyone in Wichita this year!

SAVE THE DATE!

Katie Goff — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:24:10 GMT

KAM will host its 41st Annual Conference this October!

Join us October 6 to 9 at the Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview in Wichita, KS.

More details to come!