This online workshop will convene participants from across the Earth observations community to exchange ideas on enhancing coordination, collaboration, and governance mechanisms to support a more robust ecosystem for the Read more

Jane Schafer-Kramer is a Geographic Data Specialist with the California Department of Water Resources, where she leads the national hydrography data stewardship program. Her journey into GIS wasn’t exactly linear—she began her Read more

Shasta College’s GIS Program is the state’s longest running community college program north of Sacramento. The foundation courses were developed to support the retraining of laid off timber workers in Read more

Looking ahead to the coming year….. We are excited to prepare for this year’s Annual Meeting. You will hear updates from all of our committees, sub-committees, and forums, we have Read more

The Geospatial Professional Network (GPN) (formerly known as URISA) is conducting a survey on GIS Management in order to gain insights and assess trends in GIS management practices.  This is Read more

We are thrilled to announce a significant achievement by one of our own: Priyanka Vyas, a dedicated member of the CGIA board, has published her first book, “GIS Mapping for Read more

Hosted by the Geospatial Professional Network, California Chapter, CalGIS features education and training, and ample opportunities to build your professional network and find solutions. CalGIS 2026 will take place on Read more

For outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, and adventurers, maps are more than just a tool – they are a gateway to exploration. The U.S. Geological Survey has released an innovative new series Read more

The Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26)?3D National Topography Model (3DNTM) Data Collaboration Announcement (DCA) for the 3D Elevation Program (3DEP) and the 3D Hydrography Program (3DHP) is coming soon.? The 3D Read more

Get ready! The California Geographic Information Association (CGIA) is thrilled to announce its attendance at the 1st California Native American Tribal GIS Summit 2025, co-hosted by CA Tribal GIS and Read more