Section Meeting
Green banner with text for the Geological Society's 76th Annual GSA Rocky Mountain Section Meeting, Albuquerque, May 17-20, 2026; desert landscape.

Attendee Documents

Certificate of Attendance

CEU Certificate

Meeting Receipt

Geoscience at the Heart of the High Desert

Join GSA for the 2026 Rocky Mountain Section Meeting, taking place 18–20 May 2026 at the Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Southwestern United States, this meeting offers an exceptional opportunity to explore the intricate geology of the region—from ancient rift systems to volcanic terrain and sedimentary basins. Attendees will engage in cutting-edge technical sessions, hands-on field trips across iconic landscapes, and networking events that bring together professionals, students, and researchers in one vibrant gathering.

Getting There

Located at 800 Rio Grande Boulevard NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, the venue is conveniently accessible for domestic and international travelers. Albuquerque’s Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) offers a wide range of direct flights from major U.S. hubs. For those driving, Albuquerque lies at the junction of major interstate corridors including I-25 and I-40, providing straightforward travel from Utah, Colorado, Texas, and the Southwest. Once in the city, the meeting venue sits in the historic Old Town area, within easy reach of accommodations, dining options, and local attractions.

Take advantage of an exclusive GSA travel discount with United Airlines.

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Accommodations

Hotel Albuquerque photoHotel Albuquerque at Old Town: 800 Rio Grande Blvd NW Albuquerque, NM 87104

Hotel registration deadline:
17 April 2026

A block of rooms has been reserved at Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town, 800 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, for attendees of the GSA 2026 Rocky Mountain Section Meeting. The meeting rate is $209.00 per night, plus a $25 amenity fee and applicable taxes (pre/post nights included).

Book online

For reservations by phone, contact our reservations team at +1-866-505-7829 and provide the following details:
Call-in code: 0526GSARMS
Group name: GSA 2026 Rocky Mountain Section Meeting

Rocky Mountain Section Night at the Museum

Monday, 18 May, 6-8 p.m.
Sponsored by New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

Join us for the Rocky Mountain Section Night at the Museum at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science! With exclusive after-hours access to the full museum, this special event invites you to explore exhibits in a truly unique setting. Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine catered by Monroe’s, a cash bar, and plenty of time to connect with colleagues. Register for this ticketed event when you register for the meeting. $25 for Students; $30 for Early Career Professionals; $35 for Professionals.

Sponsor & Exhibit

Interested in exhibiting or sponsoring at this meeting? Check out the media kit to learn more about your potential audience and benefits, then save your spot by signing up.

Questions? Contact exhibits@geosociety.org.

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Meeting Sponsors

We are grateful to those groups recognized below for their generous support!

Diamond Level

Chevron's logo
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science's logo

Lithium Level

Aqua Geo Frameworks's logo
Intera's logo
SkyTEM's logo

Quartz Level

ConocoPhillips's logo
New Mexico Bureau of Geology & Mineral Resources's logo
USGS's logo

Zinc Level

UNM Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences

Galena Level

Arizona State University's logo
Brugg Geobrugg's logo
Geological Society of America Foundation's logo
Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology's logo
Respec's logo
Penn Master of Science in Applied Geosciences's logo

Local Committee

Chair

Peter Fawcett, The University of New Mexico

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Field Trip Chair

Kevin Hobbs, New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources

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Technical Program Co-Chair

John Singleton, Colorado State University

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Technical Program Co-Chair

Jeremy Rugenstein, Colorado State University

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Short Course Chair

Peter Fawcett, The University of New Mexico

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Exhibits & Sponsor Chair

Mike Timmons, New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources

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Student Volunteer Co-Chair

Jessica Johnson, Central New Mexico Community College

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Student Volunteer Co-Chair

Anneliese Hejtmanick, State Employee

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