The Geological Society of America strives to create a pleasant and rewarding experience for every attendee and is committed to providing universal access to our meeting.
Below you will find specific information on a variety of topics to assure your needs are met. If you have other requests that are not addressed below, please feel free to contact the Meetings Department at meetings@geosociety.org.
If you would like to talk with someone to request accommodations (e.g., sign language interpreters, alternative formats) please check the box during the registration process, and a GSA staff member will follow up with you. Advanced notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
If you have dietary considerations and have registered for a ticketed event, field trip, or short course that includes a meal, please check the Dietary box during the registration process. Gluten free (GF), vegan (V), and vegetarian options will be available. For all other requests, GSA Meetings Deptartment staff will follow up with you after you have registered for the meeting.
We offer a dedicated private room for Nursing Mothers.
This room is equipped with:
This room can be secured if necessary. A restroom is located nearby. Our Operations Staff periodically refreshes the room throughout the day. Any questions, please call +1-210-207-8500.
Tom’s Wheelchairs & Scooter Rentals
+1-210-223-7878
www.tomswheelchairs.com
tomswheelchair@yahoo.com
Wheelchair and scooter rentals are subject to availability. It’s recommended to reach out well before the event.
Find accessible entrances, elevators, restrooms, and other ADA-compliant features throughout the convention center with this map.
GSA has assisted hearing devices available for use during the meeting. Please visit the Annual Meeting Staff Office in the Henry B. González Convention Center to check one out. All you’ll need is an ID.
Under ADA regulations, the definition of a “service animal” is limited to a dog or a miniature horse that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the animal must be directly related to the person’s disability. Under the ADA, “comfort”, “therapy”, and/ or “emotional support” animals do not qualify as service animals.
Hire babysitters, nannies, childcare & pet sitting service, and fully screened childcare for traveling family and event planners. We come to your hotel/Airbnb!
