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The Shreveport Geological Society is proud to host the 68th Annual Convention of the Gulf Coast Association of Geological Societies and the Gulf Coast Section of the Society of Economic Paleontologists and Mineralogists. Join us in Shreveport, Louisiana, September 30 - October 2, 2018.

 
 
 

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Sponsoring the 2018 GCAGS-GCSSEPM Annual Convention is an excellent way to make your organization more visible to Gulf Coast geoscientists and companies.

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Downtown Shreveport

Welcome to the lively center of our bustling city! Shreveport offers a unique vantage point for this year's convention theme: "Energy! Ready for the next round." It's the perfect place to learn from the past and share ideas for the future, and we can't wait for you to join us in this endeavor.

Shreveport Convention Center and the Hilton Shreveport

The Hilton Shreveport is located in the heart of downtown, connected to the Shreveport Convention Center, site of GCAGS-GCSSEPM 2018. A modern hotel with all the amenities you’ve grown to expect from Hilton (heated rooftop pool, 24-hour fitness center, three on-site restaurants, business center), the Hilton is located within walking (or complimentary shuttle) distance of the Red River and Boardwalk, Festival Plaza (which will house the Red River Revel Arts Festival during the convention), Sci-Port Discovery Center, and the brand-new Aquarium.

The convention rate is $119 for a single or double room, $129 for triple occupancy, $139 for quad. Suites are also being offered based on availability. Rates do not include applicable taxes (currently 15.6%). Reservations may be made by calling reservations, 1–800–HILTONS, the calling the hotel directly at 1-318-698-0900; be certain to mention “Geological Societies” and “GCAGS 2018.” Or easier yet, click here to go directly to GCAGS 2018’s custom reservations page.

The discount deadline is September 14, 2018, after which rooms will be released for general booking and the special rate may no longer be available. Don’t delay—reservations are open now!

Red River Revel

Things to Do

Art. Shopping. Food. Fun. Downtown Shreveport has it all - in walking distance! Get some ideas:

The Red River Revel has generously offered FREE ADMISSION to Convention attendees and spouses! "Revel in the arts" and stop by the Mock Dig, where Shreveport Geological Society members volunteer each year.

Technical Program

Monday Morning: October 1

  • Regional Geological Studies and Depositional Facies Analysis – Session 1 – 6 talks

  • Gulf of Mexico – Deepwater – 4 talks

  • Seismic Attributes and Modern Geophysical Technology – 4 talks

  • Poster Session 1

Monday Afternoon: October 1

  • Climate Change: Current Thinking and Assessment – 7 Talks

  • Regional Geological Studies and Depositional Facies Analysis – Session 2 – 6 Talks

  • Advanced Studies in Geology – 5 Talks

  • Poster Session 2

Tuesday Morning: October 2

  • Lower Cotton Valley – Bossier: Jurassic Gulf Coast Reservoirs – 5 Talks

  • Regional Geological Studies and Depositional Facies Analysis – Session 3 – 6 Talks

  • Ground Water and Environmental Studies- Session 1 – 4 Talks

  • Poster Session 3

Tuesday Afternoon: October 2

  • Geology and History – 5 talks

  • Ground Water and Environmental Studies – Session 2 – 4 Talks

  • Special Session – Shale Resource Plays: 10 years later – 7 Talks

Field Trip

 
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Oxbox Lignite Surface Mine – Mining Wilcox Formation Lignites Overlain by Red River Alluvial Deposits

Field trip Leaders: David Williamson and John McCorkle

 
 

Field trip departs from the Hilton at 8 a.m. Saturday, September 29.
Due to logistical constraints and safety concerns, each of the geological field trips is limited to twenty-five (25) participants on a first to sign up basis.
 

Short Course

Understanding Reservoir Fluid Behavior and Analysis for Geologists
presented by Toddy Guidry of Core Lab
1:00-5:00pm