Organized by

John Wetter, K0WDJ
Skywarn Coordinator
NWS Chanhassen

Sponsored by

Overview

Join storm spotters and weather enthusiasts from across the state and region for the 5th annual Minnesota Skywarn Workshop. It will be a full-day severe weather conference designed to train you in spotting techniques, equip you with information about the latest in weather technology, and connect you with other Skywarn communities from across the state.

2010 Minnesota Skywarn Workshop a huge success! Approximately 300 Skywarn spotters, storm chasers, weather enthusiasts, and National Weather Service Personnel enjoyed educational and entertaining presentations including the keynote by Dr. Chuck Doswell. Stay tuned for details regarding the 2011 MN Skywarn Workshop!

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Who should attend?
The workshop is geared for experienced storm spotters, but is open to all. If you are interested in further developing your storm spotting skills, this workshop is the perfect place for you. If you are a public safety official and would like to hear more about the latest weather technologies that can make your community safer, please join us. If you simply have a fascination for weather and want to learn more about it, you are welcome to attend. The Minnesota Skywarn Workshop is intended to give intermediate to advanced skills in the areas of storm identification, severe storms research, spotter operations, storm safety, and the latest technology involving severe weather. If you are new to the spotter community, please be sure to also attend a spotter certification class near you!
 

Our objective for this workshop is to train, equip, and connect Skywarn volunteers:

TRAIN...   spotters to improve observational skills, reporting accuracy, and personal safety.
EQUIP...   spotters with information about latest tools & technologies that can serve you in your duties.
CONNECT...   Skywarn communities from across the state to build relationships, encourage participation, and attract newcomers to the program.