Montana Association of Geographic Information Professionals upcoming events

Workshop Details Form - 2027 Big Sky GeoCon (10/05/2026)

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Please click the Register button (left side of screen) to provide the details for your workshop

Call for Presentations - 2027 Big Sky GeoCon (11/06/2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Call for Presentations

The Montana Association of Geographic Professionals (MAGIP) and the 2027 Big Sky GeoCon Planning Committee invite you to share your expertise, projects, and insights at this year’s conference. Join us from April 12–16, 2027, at the Heritage Inn in Great Falls, MT, as we explore how geospatial technology grounds us while driving us forward.

This year's conference theme is "Staying Connected to Our Geographic Roots in a Changing World." With the endless evolving of technologies, it is still important to remember that local knowledge, professional relationships and geography matters!

Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, Big Sky GeoCon is your platform to inspire the region's GIS community. We welcome proposals for traditional papers, live electronic demonstrations, and interactive panel discussions from across federal, state, local, tribal, educational, and private sectors.

We are currently seeking presentations and panels across these key focus areas:

Cartography
AI in GIS
Python & Automation
UAS & Remote Sensing
Conservation & Natural Resources
Emergency Services & NG9-1-1
Government
AEC, Engineering Design, Asset Management & Utilities
GIS in Health
Census

Submit your abstract today to help shape the conversation and collaborate with peers from across the Big Sky region!

Deadline for submission January 11, 2027 at 11:59 pm.

Notification of acceptance on or before February 5, 2027.

Accepted presenters will be expected to register for at least one day of the conference unless only attending to present.

Click the Register button now to submit your presentation! If you plan to submit multiple presentations, please create a separate submission for each.

NOTE: It is not permissible for speakers to use their time to advertise or promote a product or service.

The conference committee will evaluate each presentation submission based on five scoring categories:

Relevance
Member Benefit
Quality/Clarity
Originality/Innovation
Quality/Depth of Content

Each category will be scored on a scale of 1–5. Please provide enough detail in your "Session Details" to help reviewers assess your submission across as many categories as possible.

Bonus points will be awarded to presenters who meet one or more of the following criteria:

Are active MAGIP members
Are currently enrolled university students
Are conference sponsors or exhibitors for the current or previous year (previous 3 years)

On behalf of your 2027 Big Sky GeoCon Planning Committee, we look forward to your participation!

MAGIP Board of Directors Meeting (11/17/2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

MAGIP BOD Meeting

Topic: MAGIP BOD Monthly Meeting

Location: Online | Zoom

Time: November 17, 2026 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Mountain Time

Board Meeting Information including Agenda and Zoom Link

2026 GIS DAY (11/18/2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 07:00:00 GMT

GIS DAY 2026

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

Hosting a GIS Day Event? MAGIP members can request up to $200 for refreshments, supplies, or space. Submit your request through the form.

After your event, be sure to send us:

Receipts for expenses
Event photos
A brief summary of the event
A sign-in sheet

Montana Geospatial Information Advisory Council Meeting (11/19/2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Montana Geospatial Information Advisory Council Meeting

Location: Helena | Online

Visit the MGIAC meeting page for more information including meeting materials

MAGIP Board of Directors Meeting (12/15/2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 21:00:00 GMT

MAGIP BOD Meeting

Topic: MAGIP BOD Monthly Meeting

Location: Online | Zoom

Time: December 15, 2026 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Mountain Time

Board Meeting Information including Agenda and Zoom Link

MAGIP Board of Directors Meeting (01/19/2027)

Tue, 19 Jan 2027 17:00:00 GMT

MAGIP BOD Meeting

Topic: MAGIP BOD Monthly Meeting

Location: In Person | TBA

Time: January 19, 2027 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Mountain Time

Board Meeting Information including Agenda and Zoom Link

MAGIP Board of Directors Meeting (02/16/2027)

Tue, 16 Feb 2027 21:00:00 GMT

MAGIP BOD Meeting

Topic: MAGIP BOD Monthly Meeting

Location: Online | Zoom

Time: February 16, 2027 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Mountain Time

Board Meeting Information including Agenda and Zoom Link

MAGIP Board of Directors Meeting (03/16/2027)

Tue, 16 Mar 2027 20:00:00 GMT

MAGIP BOD Meeting

Topic: MAGIP BOD Monthly Meeting

Location: Online | Zoom

Time: March 16, 2027 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Mountain Time

Board Meeting Information including Agenda and Zoom Link

2027 Big Sky GeoCon - Sponsor/Exhibitor Registration (04/12/2027)

Mon, 12 Apr 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Join us in Great Falls for the 2027 Big Sky GeoCon!

The Montana Association of Geographic Information Professionals (MAGIP) invites you to sponsor or exhibit at our premier event from April 12–16, 2027, hosted at the Heritage Inn in Great Falls, MT.

This year’s theme, “Staying Connected to Our Geographic Roots in a Changing World,” explores how geospatial technology anchors us while our landscape and tools rapidly evolve. As Montana’s largest and most well-attended GIS gathering, the Big Sky GeoCon unites over 200 active MAGIP members and a diverse network of federal, state, tribal, local, academic, and private-sector professionals.

Whether your work touches natural resources, engineering, utilities, land surveying, or data science, this conference is your gateway to connect and showcase your technology. Secure your sponsorship today and help shape the future of Montana’s GIS community!

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Jeff Hedstrom, Conference Liaison

MAGIP Board of Directors Meeting (05/18/2027)

Tue, 18 May 2027 20:00:00 GMT

MAGIP BOD Meeting

Topic: MAGIP BOD Monthly Meeting

Location: Online | Zoom

Time: May 18, 2027 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Mountain Time

Board Meeting Information including Agenda and Zoom Link