HGS Newsletter -- August, 2004

Houston Geological Society NewsletterAugust, 2004
Notices and Reminders

HGS Activities This Month

Technofest
The 8th Annual HGS Technofest will be August 19th this year, at the Westchase Hilton.
This is a fun and educational way to view the latest technology and research presented by approximately 40 vendors in an exhibit-hall style display. It’s also a great place to see old friend/colleagues, socialize, and network. There will be finger foods, a limited-time sponsored bar (first come first served – one ticket each!)  and a cash bar.
Cost: $5.00 Members, $10.00 Non-Members. Non-members can apply for membership and pay your dues at the door and save $5.00 on the entrance fee!! Pre-register on the HGS Website by noon tomorrow (18 August) for faster entry.
Hope to see you there!!!!

Other Notes

HGS Golf Tournament in September
Make plans now for the HGS Golf Tournament on Monday, September 20th at Kingwood and Deerwood country clubs.
Download the details and registration form, fill in your foursome and course choices, and send it to the HGS office with $125 per person before the deadline. Sign up by the end of August to assure a spot. Reservations will be acknowledged by telephone call during the week of September 5th-11th.  Make checks payable to the HGS Entertainment Fund.
Companies or individuals interested in sponsoring the HGS Golf Tournament should contact Al Filipov or call him at (713) 818-8466 for details.

Houston Flooding Seminar in September
A free seminar on Houston flooding will be held September 11th from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Cy-Fair College. The seminar is sponsored by the Engineering, Science & Technology Council of Houston and Harris County Flood Control District.  Reservations are not required.
For more details, see the HGS September Calendar or download the descriptive flyer.

3rd African E&P Conference in September
The Third African E&P Conference will be held in London September 7th and 8th at the QE2 Conference Center.  Pre-registration is past but you can register at the door.

APPEX in September
APPEX 2004 , the AAPG Prospect and Property Exposition, co-sponsored by the HGS and SIPES, will be held in Houston at the George R. Brown Convention Center September 14th through 16th.

2004-2005 HGS Dues

HGS dues notices for 2004-2005 were mailed to current members in June.  If you  were current in your dues for 2003-2004 and have not received your renewal notice, contact the HGS office.

Published August 17th, 2004

 

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