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Workshop Rundown at the Annual
Workshop Rundown at the Annual

The 2026 Annual Conference boasts some great Workshops on Wednesday! Check them out: Workshop 9: Building Your GISP Portfolio Kent Park, GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) Thinking about earning or renewing your GISP? This workshop breaks down how to build a strong GISP portfolio. Learn... Continue Reading

Postedby Brittany Rickey
Date posted01/16/2026


Youth Map Contest - Win Bigger Prizes!!
Youth Map Contest - Win Bigger Prizes!!

This year, we’re offering bigger prizes for Wisconsin’s premiere Youth Map Contest! Do you know a youth interested in making maps? Encourage them to participate in WLIA’s third annual Youth Map Contest! Maps may be hand drawn or digital, just make sure the work is creative and... Continue Reading

Postedby Christine Koeller
Date posted01/15/2026


Don't Have Guilt, Make a Quilt!
Don't Have Guilt, Make a Quilt!

(Or, draw on a napkin... we're not all that talented) Point being, no matter what the media, or your skill level, submit to the WLIA map contest! Even a funny napkin map can bring smiles (and awards!). There's a category for "Most Unique" so let your imagination run wild. Check out this news... Continue Reading

Postedby Pamela Ledin
Date posted01/14/2026


2026 Annual Keynote Speakers
2026 Annual Keynote Speakers

Let's give a warm welcome (now and at the Annual) to our wonderful Keynote Speakers! Thursday Scott Oppmann - ArcGIS Solutions Director Scott is ESRI’s ArcGIS Solutions Director and has over 25 years of experience in the planning, development, implementation, management, and... Continue Reading

Postedby Sara Chiamulera
Date posted01/7/2026


Annual Conference Spotlight: Track 6 Emergency Management
Annual Conference Spotlight: Track 6 Emergency Management

The 2026 Annual Conference is featuring a Track specifically tailored to Emergency Management. Check out Track 6 in the Conference Agenda for more information. Attend Nicole Barbiaux's session on "How a Natural Disaster Proved the Value of GIS". From here you'll learn about how on July 5,... Continue Reading

Postedby Sara Chiamulera
Date posted01/6/2026


The 2026 Map Contest Is Live!
The 2026 Map Contest Is Live!

The ever-popular WLIA Annual Conference Map Contest is back and better than ever in 2026! As the snow starts to fall and nature settles in for a long winter nap, Map Contest season is officially upon us. Our contest provides the mapping community with an opportunity to break out their most... Continue Reading

Postedby Mike Seidel
Date posted12/30/2025


Silent Auction Site Open!
Silent Auction Site Open!

WLIA is pleased to announce that our 2026 Annual Conference Silent Auction site is officially live to view donated items and submit monetary donations. Continue Reading

Postedby Nina Rihn
Date posted12/22/2025


Volunteer Opportunities at the 2026 Annual Conference!
Volunteer Opportunities at the 2026 Annual Conference!

WLIA is looking for volunteers for the 2026 Annual Conference, happening February 25–27th at the Glacier Canyon Lodge in Wisconsin Dells! This is your chance to play an important role in our engaging sessions while networking with experts and attendees alike. Click to Volunteer! Breakout... Continue Reading

Postedby Sara Chiamulera
Date posted12/17/2025


Help Recognize Great Land Information Players (and Send them Home with a Trophy)!
Help Recognize Great Land Information Players (and Send them Home with a Trophy)!

WLIA recognizes folks and organizations who help move land information in Wisconsin forward through a range of special awards every year at our Annual Conference. We are looking for deserving nominees for this year’s awards! If you know any deserving WLIA members or partners, please... Continue Reading

Postedby Colter Sikora
Date posted12/17/2025


2026 Annual Conference Registration is Open!
2026 Annual Conference Registration is Open!

2026 Annual Registration is Open! We want you to join us February 25th - 27th in Wisconsin Dells for the 2026 WLIA Annual Conference! But first, a couple of registration reminders: Make sure you are signed in to WLIA.org and that your membership is up-to-date before registering to get the... Continue Reading

Postedby Sara Chiamulera
Date posted12/12/2025


Be a Ham this Turkey Season and Run for the WLIA Board of Directors!
Be a Ham this Turkey Season and Run for the WLIA Board of Directors!

WLIA thrives with great minds and great volunteers! It’s time to nominate your picks for the 2026-2027 WLIA Board of Directors and President-Elect! Submit nominations for folks that care about land information (including yourself!) using this Google Form. WLIA will accept nominations... Continue Reading

Postedby Colter Sikora
Date posted11/19/2025


Showcase your Organization at the Largest GIS Conference in Wisconsin!
Showcase your Organization at the Largest GIS Conference in Wisconsin!

Showcase your organization at the largest GIS conference in Wisconsin! Continue Reading

Postedby David Buehler
Date posted10/23/2025