That's why we're thrilled to announce we'll be teaming up with the location-based service to enhance the SXSW 2011 experience. Attendees can collect custom passport stamps and earn exclusive pins for checking into the Mashable SXSWi House, the Mashable Geek Games and panels featuring Mashable staff members.
Here's a breakdown of our featured Gowalla pins and how you can earn them.
Check in to Win
How to Enter the Sony Bloggie Contest:
Check in at the Mashable SXSWi House on Gowalla to earn the Mashable House pin.
When you're checking in, answer the following question in the comment field, and send it to Twitter: "I would use the Sony Bloggie for [your answer here] #MashHouse"
We'll select five people that demonstrate creativity in their answers.
Winners will be contacted via Twitter about picking up their Sony Bloggie at the Sony Lounge at the Mashable House. Winners are only eligible if they have earned the Mashable SXSWi House pin and tweeted their answer to the question above using the required hashtag. You must be a SXSWi attendee to qualify. Attempts to game entry will not be permitted.
Collect All Mashable Pins on Gowalla
Gowalla checkins can be shared on Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare and Tumblr, so your friends can see what a dedicated Mashable fan you are. We're looking forward to connecting with you at SXSW!
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Located at Buffalo Billiards, the Mashable SXSWi House is hosting a variety of public and private events ranging from VIP dinners to open networking opportunities and parties, including the third annual MashBash SXSWi party on Sunday, March 13, with music from DJ Chicken George, and the official Mashable Night 2 SXSWi 2011 Party with music from Eclectic Method.
Register for public events at the SXSWi Mashable House on Eventbrite. The event is open to all SXSWi badge holders who are older than 21.
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