[gis_info] FOSS4G and other activities in Portland Sept 6-14 Volcanoes, Megafauna, Sprinting, Hieroglyphics and Beer, oh my!

[Eli Adam]

The FOSS4G conference is bringing a packed schedule of topically and
spatially adjacent activities.  Here is a summary of everything that will
be tagging along with FOSS4G.  If you are already in Portland, bike over,
if your are driving in to Portland, it will be well worth the trip and
stay.

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Stay up to date on the website: https://2014.foss4g.org/


After you register [1] for FOSS4G and as you make your plans to join us in
Portland, Oregon this September 8th - 13th, you might be wondering what
other exciting things you can do while in PDX...
[1] http://foss4g2014.eventbrite.com/

** PostgreSQL Day
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Join the Portland Postgres Users Group [2] (PDXPUG) for PostgreSQL Day on
September 6th, the Saturday before FOSS4G. Attendance is free, but an RSVP
is required [3]. PostgreSQL Day is hosted by Portland State University and
PDXPUG.
[2] http://pdxpug.wordpress.com/
[3] http://wiki.postgresql.org/wiki/PDXPUGDay2014

** Code Sprint
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The annual FOSS4G Code Sprint is on Saturday Sept 13th at the Eliot
Center.  More details at the wiki [4].  The industrious GeoServer team is
continuing the sprint on Sunday [5].
[4] http://wiki.osgeo.org/wiki/FOSS4G_2014_Code_Sprint
[5] http://blog.geoserver.org/2014/07/25/geoserver-sunday-sprint-foss4g/

** WhereCampPDX
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If you are lingering in PDX after FOSS4G, and need a place to put your
creative thoughts into action, drop by WhereCampPDX and share them with
other friendly geo-nerds.  WhereCamps are unconferences that aim to connect
geo-enthusiasts, developers, social place hackers, artists, activists, grad
students, geographers, earth scientists and anybody else who wants to "know
their place".  More details at website [6]. (check back for updates).
[6] http://wherecamppdx.org/

** Js.Geo
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Js.Geo is officially happening during FOSS4G (for reals).  This one day
conference brings together experts or people deeply interested in spending
a full day digging into advanced topics in the Geospatial Javascript realm.
We'll convene for a series of curated talks from some leaders in  JS + GEO
and have plenty of time to explore ideas and concepts. The talks will also
leave time for demos and questions and answer sessions

More details and speakers will be revealed as the event gets closer, but
space is limited and we are down to 80 tickets.  So book your  spot [7].

[7] http://jsgeo2014.eventbrite.com/

** LocationTech
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After an evening of hor d'oeuvres in the exhibit hall, head over to the
FOSS4G stop of the LocationTech Tour [8].
[8] http://tour.locationtech.org/2014/


** Additional guest tickets for Gala
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The Gala Night at the World Forestry Center is included with regular
conference registration.  If you would like to bring a guest, then you will
need an additional ticket.  Note that single day and volunteer
registrations do not include the Gala Night; you will need a ticket if you
want to attend.  Gala Night tickets are available in the registration [1].
[1] http://foss4g2014.eventbrite.com/

** Field trips and tours
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You traveled the short distance to Portland or live there... so be sure to
take some time to relax and explore our beautiful little corner of the
world with one of our field trips or tours (as a local you can keep the
tour guides honest!):

Sunday, Sept. 7th:
* Portland Timbers Soccer Match [9] (football & chainsaws!)

Friday, Sept. 12th:
* Portland 101 Walking Tour [10] (more than just Portlandia!)
* Keep Portland Wired! Walking Tour [11] (wired, and weird!)

Saturday, Sept. 13th:
* Mount Saint Helens Field Trip [12] (live volcano!)
* Willamette Valley Wine Tour [13] (viticulture and sustainable farming!)

Sunday, Sept. 14th:
* Portland Breweries Tour [14] (Beer Bus!)

Space is still available, but limited. To register for an activity, visit
the mainregistration [1] page (scroll towards the bottom). Note that you
can still register for field trips even if you've already registered for
the conference. If you need assistance or have questions, contact support
at foss4g-info at osgeo.org.
[9] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#Timbers
[10] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#WalkingTours
[11] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#WalkingTours
[12] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#MtStHelens
[13] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#WillametteWine
[14] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#Breweries


** About FOSS4G
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About FOSS4G
The annual FOSS4G conference is the largest global gathering focused on
open source geospatial software. FOSS4G brings together developers, users,
decision-makers and observers from a broad spectrum of organizations and
fields of operation. Through six days of workshops, presentations,
discussions, and cooperation, FOSS4G participants create effective and
relevant geospatial products, standards, and protocols.

FOSS4G has been held all over the world and draws attendees from over 40
countries. Nottingham, England hosted the conference in 2013. In 2014,
Portland, Oregon, USA will host FOSS4G's tenth year.

Important Conference Dates
See the full calendar [15] for more details.
Sep 8th-9th: Workshops
Sep 10th-12th: Main Conference
Sep 13th: Code Sprint
[15] https://2014.foss4g.org/about/calendar/

Links
[1] http://foss4g2014.eventbrite.com/
[2] http://pdxpug.wordpress.com/
[3] http://wiki.postgresql.org/wiki/PDXPUGDay2014
[4] http://wiki.osgeo.org/wiki/FOSS4G_2014_Code_Sprint
[5] http://blog.geoserver.org/2014/07/25/geoserver-sunday-sprint-foss4g/
[6] http://wherecamppdx.org/
[7] http://jsgeo2014.eventbrite.com/
[8] http://tour.locationtech.org/2014/
[9] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#Timbers
[10] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#WalkingTours
[11] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#WalkingTours
[12] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#MtStHelens
[13] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#WillametteWine
[14] https://2014.foss4g.org/schedule/field-trips#Breweries
[15] https://2014.foss4g.org/about/calendar/
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For more information or to keep informed from the FOSS4G Organizing
Committee, follow at foss4g (https://twitter.com/foss4g) on Twitter, subscribe
to our announcements list (http://eepurl.com/N5Q6X) , or contact:
foss4g2014-info at osgeo.org

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