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	Join us for the biggest event in Tornado Alley. The 2013 National Storm Conference Saturday, March 2, 2013 at Colleyville Center - Colleyville, Texas 2013 Conference Agenda


	The National Storm Conference is a full day of presentations from some of the top severe weather experts in the country. Storm spotters, chasers, forecasters, researchers, emergency managers and others gather at the conference for a day of learning and fun. It's free and open to the public, so come and join us for the biggest event in Tornado Alley! The National Storm Conference is free and open to the public. Registration is not required. Arrive early, seating is limited. Conference Overview Directions and Lodging Become a Conference Sponsor or Vendor Sponsor - Vendor Registration Form (.pdf) Give to TESSA and Severe Weather Education Alan R. Moller Severe Weather Education and Research Scholarship


	2013 National Storm Conference Supporters


	NBC5 Weather Team Primary Sponsor


	Tempest Tours, Inc. Primary Sponsor


	Baron Weather Services Primary Sponsor


	2013 Co-Sponsors: American Meteorological Society, National Weather Association and the National Weather Service 2013 Vendors: Weather Graphics, Mike Smith Enterprises, Allison House, NBC5 Weather Team, Baron Weather Services, Hazardous Weather Prediction Center and Skywarn Supply Some of the raffle items this year include: (Grand Prize) a Generation 3 Baron Mobile Threat Net® System including integrated GPS valued at $1,154.00 learn more, items from NBC5, DVD's from Tim Marshall, books from Tim Vasquez at Weather Graphics, items from Skywarn Supply, one year subscription to Allison House' GRearth and RAOB program ($250 value). 2013 Presenters Jerry Brotzge - Senior Research Scientist, CAPS: "A Radar in Every County: CASA and the DFW Testbed" Stephen Corfidi - Lead Forecaster, Storm Prediction Center: "Notable American Tornado Outbreaks - and thoughts on some local events" Dr. Bobby McPeak - Engineer: "Tornado Forensics and a Study of Incremental Debris Resistant Construction" Mike Smith - Mike Smith Enterprises: "Tornado Warnings: Success and Failure" Gary Woodall - MIC, National Weather Service PHX: "Super Storm Spotter Training Session" Lodging partners: Homewood Suites by Hilton - Ft. Worth-Bedford and Hyatt Place Fort Worth/Hurst. Read more about Lodging Take the Conference Storm Spotter Convoy Challenge CONFERENCE LODGING SPECIAL: $79.00 plus tax - Hyatt Place Ft. Worth - Hurst


	A large crowd turns out for the National Storm Conference. Photo Sam Barricklow. National Weather Service forecaster and conference presenter Gary Woodall (right) meets with the media. Photo Martin Lisius.


	2011 National Storm Conference Wrap-Up A large crowd attended the 2011 National Storm Conference on March 13 in Colleyville. They enjoyed quality presentations by Gary Woodall, Jason Dunn, Jenna Blum, Greg Stumpf, Roger Edwards and Chris Novy. Thanks to all for supporting this great event. Be sure to join us for the 2013 conference, scheduled for March 3rd at Colleyville Center. View the 2011 agenda


	Veteran chasers gather for a tribute to David Hoadley (front center). David, the first-ever storm chaser, celebrated his 50th year of storm chasing in 2006. Total number of tornadoes witnessed by this group: 2163. Photo by Sam Barricklow.


	StormWatch DVD The invaluable training tool utilized by storm spotters nationwide. Be prepared when storms strike. Click here to get your copy of TESSA's StormWatch now. Review our Severe Weather Safety Tips National Weather Service Severe Weather Awareness Week Schedule We're not talking just salad! We're talking stick-to-your-ribs fare like chicken fried steak, barbeque, steaks, carne guisada, homemade pies, and pancakes stacked a mile high. By popular demand, we've made the Tornado Alley Restaurant Guide from our Storm Chaser's Guide available on-line. Click here to begin. Bon appetite! TESSA T-shirts and Decals now available!


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