Oregon Chapter – American Meteorological Society
A group welcoming weather professionals, enthusiasts, and those with an interest in science.
Spring 2024 Meeting Schedule
It’s time for a winter 2023-24 recap and of course it’s the annual Oregon AMS Executive Council nomination meeting. You must be a current Oregon AMS member to nominate a fellow Oregon AMS member at this meeting.
When: Wednesday, March 13th @ 7pm (6pm social hour)
Who: Guest speaker; Mark Nelsen; KPTV-12 Chief Meteorologist takes his annual “look back” at the winter that was. Also, how did last fall’s OMSI winter weather forecasts pan out?
Where: Golden Valley Brewery – 1520 NW Bethany Blvd, Beaverton, OR 97006. All ages are welcome! NEW — This year we get the BIG downstairs room! Hold’s 100! Let’s fill ‘er up! Exit Hwy 26 westbound at Cornell Rd.
IMPORTANT… No RSVP is needed. A dinner purchase is strongly encouraged at this meeting as we have a mandatory food & beverage minimum to meet. Menus will be provided ranging from approx. $10-$25 a plate. Same routine as previous years!
Driving Directions: https://tinyurl.com/ycybakcr
April Oregon AMS Meeting
What: “Tornado! Tools & Technologies used in Forecasting and Broadcast TV Coverage.”
Synopsis: Looking at tornado coverage through the use of radar, microwave technology, cellular technology, and a camera lens. Examining how TV meteorologists use tools to save lives and property.
When: Wednesday, April 17th @ 7pm (6pm social hour)
Who: Guest speaker; Bobby Corser, Oregon AMS Vice President / Digital content producer, KATU-TV.
Where: McMenamins Restaurant (Lloyd District) – 1504 N.E. Broadway, Portland, Oregon 97232. We have the upstairs closed-door banquet room reserved. Max capacity 35 people.
Driving Directions: http://tinyurl.com/m6jbanb
Parking: Park one block north of Broadway (in the neighborhood for free) if you can not find available metered parking on Broadway. Meters end at 7pm.
May (season ending) Oregon AMS Meeting
What: TBD – Annual Oregon AMS executive council election results will also be announced.
When: TBD
Who: TBD
Where: TBD
About Mark Nelsen
Oregon Chapter - American Meteorological Society 