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2025 Annual Meeting

From Buoys to Breakthroughs!

We look forward to sharing the latest in Great Lakes observations, information, and community engagement during the meeting, as we kick off recognition of GLOS’ 20 Years. This gathering will start the next year of reflecting on GLOS’ impact and sharing our vision for the next 20 years!

This year’s Great Lakes Observing System Annual Meeting will be held in Ann Arbor, MI, on Wednesday July 9th

Annual Meeting Details:

We invite you to join us for an evening reception, following the Annual Meeting program!

Reception Details:

You do not have to attend the Annual Meeting to join us at the evening reception, but registration is required for each event.

Schedule – High Level Agenda

Meeting from 8:30pm – 5:00pm (Eastern time)

8:30 am – Check in and Breakfast

9:30 am – Program begins

  • Welcome – Jennifer Boehme, CEO & Tom Rayburn, Board Chair
  • IOOS Update

10:30 am – Session 1: Community Engagement

11:30 am – Lunch Break 

12:30 pm – Session 2: Observations & Technology

2:30 pm – Break

3:00 pm – Session 3: Data & Information

5:00 pm – Meeting’s End

Event Sponsors:

The GLOS Annual Meeting is generously supported by:

Sponsorship opportunity:

If you are interested in making a contribution to support this event, please contact Katie at GLOS.

We are excited to see you there!

GLOS