ArcGIS Training

Co-hosted by: 

Native American Fish and Wildlife Society, USGS, and United Tribes Technical College

Join NAFWS and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for a four-day, hands-on ArcGIS training designed to build practical skills for Tribal natural resource professionals.

Days 1–2: ArcGIS Foundations (Led by USGS)

The first two days provide a comprehensive introduction to ArcGIS for participants with little to no prior experience. USGS instructors will guide attendees through the fundamentals of the software, ensuring participants build a strong foundation in spatial data, mapping tools, and basic workflows.

Days 3–4: Applied Workflows for Vegetation & Wildlife Monitoring (Led by NAFWS)

The final two days emphasize applied GIS workflows tailored to Tribal resource management. Instructors from the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society (NAFWS) will guide participants through tools and techniques for analyzing wildlife movement and monitoring habitat conditions. These applications are designed to support professionals working in native wildlife management, habitat conservation, and invasive species control. Participants will leave with an expanded GIS toolkit to better inform on-the-ground decision-making.

Participants may attend the full four-day training or register for Days 3–4 only if they already have prior ArcGIS experience and wish to focus on applied tools.

Lodging: EverSpring Inn    

200 E Bismarck Expy, Bismarck, ND 58504

(701) 222-2900

Room Block: Native American Fish and Wildlife Society June 22-27 | Rooms are $109

Registration capped at 15 participants

NAFWS Members receive exclusive registration access to this course until March 14.

NAFWS Members or Member Tribes: There will be no registration costs for NAFWS Members or Member Tribes.

NAFWS Non-member: If you are not a Member or from a non-Member Tribe, the cost of this course is $150 (includes Membership).

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Please limit registration to two representatives per Member Tribe or Tribal Organization.

Travel Assistance: Limited travel assistance available to NAFWS Members through reimbursement; select “interested in travel assistance” at checkout.

For more information, please contact Emily Hagler at ehagler@nafws.org