The 2027 Geological Society of Nevada Symposium will convene geoscientists, exploration professionals, academics, regulators, and industry leaders to examine the ore deposits of the Great Basin and their strategic importance to America’s mineral independence. ​

Held once every five years, the GSN Symposium is one of the largest geoscience meetings in the United States, attracting more than 1,300 participants.

Event Dates​

Symposium Dates: April 22 to May 1, 2027 ​

Field Trips & Short Courses (Pre-Symposium): April 22–25, 2027 ​

Field Trips & Short Courses (Post-Symposium): April 30–May 1, 2027 ​

Location: Nugget Casino Resort Reno (Sparks), Nevada, USA

Call for Speakers, Papers, and Posters ​

The 27GSNS is now accepting submissions from students and professionals. ​

Key Deadlines: ​

• Abstract & Proposal Submission – April 1, 2026​
• Notification of Acceptance – May 30, 2026​
• Full Paper Submission – March 1, 2027​
• Registration Opens – May 1, 2026​
• Core Shack Proposals Open – February 1, 2027​

Exhibitor and short course proposals will open in early 2026. ​

Submit early to secure participation.​

Why Attend? ​

• One of the largest geoscience meetings in the United States, held only once every five years​
• Nevada hosts approximately 15 deposits exceeding 5 million gold-equivalent ounces and maintains extensive infrastructure supporting mine development​
• Nevada is advancing major lithium projects, including Thacker Pass and Rhyolite Ridge​
• US federal and state initiatives are increasing investment in domestic critical mineral supply chains​
• The GSN Foundation has contributed $575,000 to educational initiatives from 1994–2025​
• A technically strong and collegial Great Basin geoscience community

About the Host Region ​

Reno (Sparks) sits at the eastern foothills of the Sierra Nevada, near Lake Tahoe. The region offers access to world-class geological exposures, active mining districts, research institutions, and recreational opportunities. ​

The University of Nevada Reno (UNR) — home to the Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering — has been producing geoscience graduates and researchers since 1888. The UNR and the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) offer undergraduate and graduate geoscience programs. ​

Nevada is internationally recognized as a leading mining jurisdiction and consistently ranks among the top global states for mineral investment attractiveness. ​

Upcoming Event​

April 22 – May 8, 2027 2027 Geological Society of Nevada Symposium(27GSNS) Nugget Casino Resort, Reno (Sparks), Nevada​

Dates: Thursday 22 April to Saturday 1 May 2027

Venue: Nugget Casino, Reno, Nevada, USA

Theme: Ore Deposits of the Great Basin – Key to Americas Mineral Independence

Agenda: Fun technical field trips, Short Courses, Exhibitions, Posters, Core shacks and great Social Events.

The Symposium is now calling for Speakers, Papers and Posters (student & professional). Submit early to avoid disappointment. Calls for exhibitions, coreshacks, field trips and courses will be opening in 2026.​

The Geological Society of Nevada (GSN) is hosting its 9th symposium in 40 years in Reno, Nevada, USA in 2027. Reno is located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range home of the scenic and pristine Lake Tahoe region of northern Nevada. Reno proudly boasts its University of Nevada (UNR) which is home of the Mackay School of mining, engineering and minerals processing and produces skilled graduates and top-notch researchers since 1888. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) also offers Geoscience undergraduate and postgraduate courses at its Las Vegas campus.

The GSN warmly invites its loyal and proud members, appreciated affiliates, respected government partners and local representatives, the supporting minerals industry, and distinguished University contributors to come join our next Geological Symposium 2027 where passion for geology, mining and exploration will be showcased.

Reno is colloquially referred “The Biggest Little City in the World” by its historical central business district and boasts a Tesla Gigafactory on the outskirts of town, world class nearby family ski resorts and family attracting and entertaining casinos. Lake Tahoe, a regional tourist location, is a 30-minute drive from Reno and boasts some of the most pristine waters in the USA. Northern Nevada is home to the globally recognized arts festival called ‘Burning Man’, held in the salt flats of the Black Rock desert near Gerlach where 70,000 attendees celebrated in 2025.

Nevada is an internationally recognized mining State ranked 2nd, behind Utah in the 2024 Annual Survey of Mining Companies conducted by the Fraser Institute. Nevada being one of the richest and most highly endowed gold province States in the world, with its envied heap leach mineral resources and mine capability, and development plans to build significant lithium mines such as Thacker Pass for the battery industry in the near term.

It’s all happening in Nevada, come and mingle with some world class Geoscientists and see for yourself what a top mining and educational jurisdiction looks and feels like.

Dates: Thursday 22 April to Saturday 1 May 2027

Venue: Nugget Casino, Reno, Nevada, USA

Theme: Ore Deposits of the Great Basin – Key to Americas Mineral Independence

Agenda: Fun technical field trips, Short Courses, Exhibitions, Posters, Core shacks and great Social Events.

Talks-Papers-Courses-Exhibitions-Core shacks: The Symposium committee will be opening submissions for talks, papers, exhibitions, posters, courses, core shacks and field trips in CAL Q4 2025. The symposium website and event registration will also be opening, and Sponsors will also be requested with Platinum, Gold, Bronze and Ruby categories.

The Geological Society of Nevada (GSN) is hosting its 9th symposium in 40 years in Reno, Nevada, USA in 2027.  Reno is located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range home of the scenic and pristine Lake Tahoe region of northern Nevada. Reno proudly boasts its University of Nevada (UNR) which is home of the Mackay School of mining, engineering and minerals processing and produces skilled graduates and top-notch researchers since 1888.  The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) also offers Geoscience undergraduate and postgraduate courses at its Las Vegas campus.

The GSN warmly invites its loyal and proud members, appreciated affiliates, respected government partners and local representatives, the supporting minerals industry, and distinguished University contributors to come join our next Geological Symposium 2027 where passion for geology, mining and exploration will be showcased.

Reno is colloquially referred “The Biggest Little City in the World” by its historical central business district and boasts a Tesla Gigafactory on the outskirts of town, world class nearby family ski resorts and family attracting and entertaining casinos.  Lake Tahoe, a regional tourist location, is a 30-minute drive from Reno and boasts some of the most pristine waters in the USA. Northern Nevada is home to the globally recognized arts festival called ‘Burning Man’, held in the salt flats of the Black Rock desert near Gerlach where 70,000 attendees celebrated in 2025.

Nevada is an internationally recognized mining State ranked 2nd, behind Utah in the 2024 Annual Survey of Mining Companies conducted by the Fraser Institute.  Nevada being one of the richest and most highly endowed gold province States in the world, with its envied heap leach mineral resources and mine capability, and development plans to build significant lithium mines such as Thacker Pass for the battery industry in the near term.

It’s all happening in Nevada, come and mingle with some world class Geoscientists and see for yourself what a top mining and educational jurisdiction looks and feels like.