9th Montgomery Parks GIS Day Celebration
Celebrating 9 Years of Montgomery Parks GIS Day!
This year marked our 9th Montgomery Parks GIS Day celebration, and what an incredible event it was! Staff and special guests came together to honor the power of geographic information systems and the people who make it all possible.
Highlights of the Day
Tribute to Jane Goodall
We celebrated the legacy of Jane Goodall, whose work reminds us of the vital connection between conservation and data-driven decision-making.
Honoring Muhammad al-Idrisi
Our storytelling session explored the remarkable contributions of Muhammad al-Idrisi, a pioneer in mapping and cartography whose influence still shapes modern GIS.
Excellence in GIS Award
We proudly presented the 5th Excellence in GIS Award, recognizing outstanding achievement and innovation within our team.
Looking Back and Ahead
Attendees enjoyed a retrospective of completed GIS projects that have transformed how we manage and protect our parks. We also shared an exciting vision for 2026, outlining new initiatives and tools to enhance our services and community engagement.
