These unique seminars, taught by IRE and NICAR's experts, train journalists to acquire electronic information, use spreadsheets and databases to analyze the information and to translate that information into high-impact stories. In addition, IRE and NICAR provide follow-up help when participants return to their news organizations.

Boot Camps: Columbia, Mo. • March 20-25 • May 15-20 • Aug. 7-12

Mapping Data for News Stories Boot Camps: Columbia, Mo. Uncover news stories by mapping data with geographic information system software. • Aug. 19-21

Boot Camps for Editors: Columbia, Mo. Tailored to the needs of newsroom managers. • April 8-10

Advanced CAR Statistics: Tempe, Ariz. (ASU) Aimed at strengthening the skills of reporters who want to move beyond basic CAR. • Feb. 18-20

For more information: www.ire.org/training/bootcamps.html