All conference sessions will occur at School of Natural Resources & Environment (SNRE) and nearby buildings. SNRE is located on the Central Campus of the University of Michigan, in a quadrangle (called the "Diag") bounded by State Street, North University Ave., Church Street, and South University Ave.

The Institute for Geospatial Research and Education at Eastern Michigan University (EMU) and the School of Natural Resources & Environment at the University of Michigan (UM) will jointly host the GeoComputation 2005 Conference. EMU and UM are neighbor institutions, only 5 miles apart in Washtenaw County, Michigan. Institute for Geospatial Research and Education (IGRE), Eastern Michigan University IGRE is an applied geographic information technology research center. The Institute's Mission is to support the public and private implementation and use of geospatial technology. IGRE conducts research and provides technology transfer and technical support to research organizations, public agencies, non-profits and the private sector in the areas of distributed GIS, data conversion, automated vehicle location and analysis, planning decision support and GIS-based modeling. http://igre.emich.edu Environmental Spatial Analysis Lab, School of Natural Resources and Environment The Environmental Spatial Analysis Lab focuses on research and education in the general area of development and application of spatial analytical methods and models to problems and questions in environmental science and management. Work in the lab has been funded by the US National Science Foundation, NASA, USGS, USDA Forest Service, and others. http://esa.snre.umich.edu

What was one of the first public universities in the entire nation is, today, one of the most esteemed. Currently, the University of Michigan is considered one of this country's great centers of learning, a leader among public universities. With three campuses, over 50,000 students, 21 different units, and more graduates than any other university in the world, Michigan is an educational standard bearer. As a research university, it balances excellence in teaching with notable, path-breaking scholarship and broad-scope public service. Central Campus also includes the 80-acre Medical Center, the Law School with its picturesque "quad,"Hill Auditorium (widely beloved by musicians for its outstanding acoustics), the Rackham Graduate School building-one of the University's architectural gems--and dozens of other historic buildings. You'll also find the 123-acre Arboretum, with its flower gardens, fields, and forests, through which the Huron River runs. "The Arb" is a favorite spot for jogging, walking, picnicking, and just relaxing. The University boasts two other campuses within the city of Ann Arbor. North Campus is home to the schools of Engineering, Music, and Architecture and Design. And to the south you will find the Athletic Campus, which includes stadiums and arenas for University of Michigan varsity teams.

As with many university towns, parking at the University of Michigan is extremely limited! We will have a limited number of parking permits available. Two city-owned parking structures are located within 4 blocks of School of Natural Resources & Environment. Please see the map for locations of parking lots and structures.

Overview of Ann Arbor, University of Michigan campus, and highlight of School of Natural Resources & Environment

The preferred hotels listed below are located within walking distance of the University of Michigan, School of Natural Resources.

300 South Thayer Phone: (734) 769-3010, (800) 562-3559 Fax: (734) 769-4339 info@belltowerhotel.com www.belltowerhotel.com Located 0.6 miles north of the University of Michigan School of Natural Resource and Environment. 25 standard rooms, single $137, double $159; Group Code: 2385

911 North University Phone: (734) 764-3177 www.umich.edu/~league/facilities.html Located 0.6 miles north of the University of Michigan School of Natural Resource and Environment 1 room, single $125 The Michigan League is one of the three university unions.

Located in southeastern Michigan, less than an hour from Detroit, Ann Arbor is a city of surprises. It's small yet cosmopolitan, with a rich variety of restaurants, museums, galleries, and cultural opportunities. Most activities are reachable by foot or taxi. From football games in the fall to the city's renowned Art Fairs in the summer, there's always something to do in Ann Arbor. The Main Street area-just a few blocks from Central Campus-is a great place to dine, shop, and stroll. Eat dinner at an elegant Northern Italian restaurant, sample fresh beer at one of Ann Arbor's three brewpubs, or listen to live music at The Bird of Paradise jazz club, or The Ark...just a few of the many activities to choose from. Several blocks further to the north, you'll find the Kerrytown area of Ann Arbor. On Saturdays, the Farmer's Market takes place; indoor Kerrytown shops are open every day of the week and include everything from fish markets to flower sellers to designer clothing stores. And just around the corner you'll find Zingerman's, Ann Arbor's famous New York-style deli, one of the most popular eateries in the city. The corporate side of Ann Arbor is flourishing, too. Industrial parks and new corporate complexes house such companies as Pfizer, Domino's Pizza, and Borders Group, Inc., all of whom have made their headquarters here. Ann Arbor is easy to reach by air, rail, or highway. An Amtrak station is located less than two miles from the University of Michigan, and Detroit Metropolitan Airport is a brief 45-minute drive.

200 Observatory Rd Phone: (734) 764-5297 Available Dorm is Mosher-Jordan www.housing.umich.edu/residencehalls/mojo Located 0.8 miles from the University of Michigan School of Natural Resource and Environment 50 rooms total. With Air-Conditioning: Single $56, double $70 ($35 x 2); Without Air-Conditioning: Single $46, Double $60 ($30 x 2).

724 E. University Phone: (734) 763-1000 Fax: (734) 763-9467 http://execed.bus.umich.edu/main/um/man_virtual.asp Located 0.6 miles south of the University of Michigan School of Natural Resource and Environment. 10 rooms, single $130; Group Code: CSCS

615 East Huron Street Phone: (734) 769-2200, (800) 666-8693 http://www.campusinn.com 50 rooms, single $135, double $157; Group Code: 5545

921 E. Huron Street Phone: (734) 994-9100 Email: Pat@AnnArborBedandBreakfast.com http://www.annarborbedandbreakfast.com Located 0.8 miles north of the School of Natural Resources and Environment, 7 rooms, queen $129, king $149, Contact: Howard

3200 Boardwalk Hotel Main Phone Number: 734-996-0600 Reservation: 800-848-2770 Fax: 734-996-8136 www.sheratonannarbor.com Located 3 miles south of the University of Michigan School of Natural Resource and Environment 50 rooms, single $89; Group Code: GEOCOM

600 Hilton Blvd. Phone: 1-800-344-7829; 734-761-2929 Holiday Inn Express & Suites 50 rooms, single $88; Group Code: GeoComputation Conference

www.umich.edu/~info/visiting.html Ann Arbor Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 120 West Huron Street Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1318 Phone: (734) 995-7281 Toll free: (800) 888-9487 Fax: (734) 995-7283 Email: a2info@annarbor.org www.annarbor.org

Temperatures can vary greatly in Ann Arbor in June/July, so it's best to check out the forecast so you'll be prepared. Average temperatures include highs in the mid 80s and lows in the 60s.

Ann Arbor is home to numerous museums, parks, galleries, and shops, including the Hands-On Museum, University of Michigan Exhibit Museum and Planetarium, as well as an outdoor pool located at Fuller Park, 1519 Fuller Rd. (734) 994-4263.