Join us for Denim Night, this year's Tuesday evening social event celebrating Kentucky pride and inspired by former University of Kentucky basketball standout Josh "Jorts" Harrellson. Whether you come in your favorite denim or simply ready to have fun, this is a great opportunity to connect with fellow conference attendees in a relaxed and entertaining atmosphere.
The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with a welcome and a few stories about Josh Harrellson's time at the University of Kentucky. Guests are then encouraged to mingle with exhibitors, network with colleagues, and visit sponsor booths while dropping off business cards for prize drawings.
At 7:00 p.m., sponsors will share brief introductions before the excitement shifts to a series of door prize drawings. Winners will have the chance to test their basketball skills in a timed hoop challenge, with the highest-scoring participant taking home the evening's grand prize, generously sponsored by the University of Kentucky Department of Geography—a handcrafted, Lexington-made computer keyboard.
Bring your business cards, your competitive spirit, and your best shot for an evening of networking, prizes, and Kentucky basketball-inspired fun!
Start the 2026 KAMP GIS Conference by joining colleagues from across Kentucky for the official Opening General Session. Attendees are encouraged to finish breakfast and be seated before 8:00 a.m. as the conference begins promptly with a welcome from the Conference Host, important announcements, and highlights of conference activities and raffles.
The morning program will feature a welcome from a local government representative, followed by sponsor recognition, and the KAMP President's annual address.
Members will also receive important Association updates, including the announcement of election results, oath administration for newly elected officers, the Treasurer's Report, and annual reports from KAMP's standing committees covering Communications, Education & Professional Development, Governance, and Membership.
The session concludes with the presentation of KAMP Awards, Scholarship Awards, and the induction of new KAMP Fellows, recognizing the outstanding individuals and organizations whose leadership, service, and commitment continue to advance the GIS profession throughout Kentucky.
Wednesday September 30, 2026 8:00am - 10:45am EDT The Barn
Emergency Response Coordinator for the National Geospatial Program, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Xan Fredericks, GISP, works with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) as the Emergency Response Coordinator for the National Geospatial Program and chairs the Bureau’s Geospatial Information Response Team. During disaster events, she collaborates with a variety of partners to aid the discovery and co... Read More →
Wednesday September 30, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT The Barn
