11th annual Storm Chaser Convention coming to Denver

January 14, 10:27 AMDenver Weather ExaminerTony Hake

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The 11th annual Storm Chaser convention features
top experts, weather gadgets and more.

The 11th annual National Storm Chaser Convention is coming to Denver from February 13th to the 15th.  Organized by storm chasers Roger Hill and Tim Samaras, this event brings together amateur and professional storm chasers, meteorologists, climatologists and experts from across a wide spectrum dealing with weather.  It is a great opportunity to learn not just about storm chasing but also about the weather in general.

As usual, a great slate of speakers has been lined up including:

• Dr Steve Lyons, hurricane expert for The Weather Channel, keynote speaker
• Dr Jack Beven, lead forecaster for the National Hurricane Center
• Dr Greg Forbes, The Weather Channel
• Rich Thompson, lead forecaster at the Storm Prediction Center
• Jon Davies, meteorologist
• Dr. Josh Wurman, Center for Severe Weather Research and the Discovery Channel special, Storm Chasers

More than lectures though, the convention features screening of some of the most incredible tornado footage from the past year as well as a hands-on look at the latest in weather gadgetry.  On the afternoon of the 15th, the National Weather Service will also be holding an official storm spotter training session that is open to the public. 

You can learn more about this great event and see the complete agenda on the convention website at www.chaserconvention.com.