Images of the IGS booth at the 2006 HASTI convention

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IGS Hosts Booth at 2006 Indiana Science Teachers Convention

The Indiana Geological Survey booth at the 2006 convention of the Hoosier Association of Science Teachers, Inc. provided an excellent opportunity for nearly 2,000 teachers from all over Indiana to interact with professional scientists and to learn about the products and services offered by the IGS. The event took place February 8-10 in the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis.

IGS staff members who helped prepare, transport, and staff the booth included Jay Arnold, John Day, Chris Ebey, Dan Fox, Janis Fox, Sam Frushour, Ginny Haddan, Barb Hill, Paul Irwin, Marni Karaffa, Jeff Kirby, Kim Sowder, Todd Thompson, Chris Walls, Donna Webb, Amzie Wenning, and Amanda Wilson.

All photos by Barb Hill and John Day.

The IGS booth was staffed with a variety of professionals who were able to answer any questions fielded by visiting educators.

Photo showing IGS staff members interacting with teachers in the booth.

IGS geologist Amzie Wenning (left) made a presentation about a meteor crater classroom activity.

IGS geographer Chris Walls (left) was on hand to discuss GIS and demonstrate the GIS Atlas for Indiana Web site.

PPhoto showing IGS staff members interacting with teachers in the booth.

IGS geologists Chris Ebey (left) and Marni Karaffa (center) share their expertise with a teacher.

Janis Fox (left) and Amanda Wilson (center) directed sales operations at the IGS booth.

IGS geologists Marni Karaffa (left) and Todd Thompson (center) discuss Indiana geology with a teacher.