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Welcome to AEEA

Arkansas Environmental Education Association (AEEA) is the only statewide network of environmental educators and is proud to serve as the Arkansas affiliate of the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE). Join fellow educators from across the many diverse regions of Arkansas in elevating environmental and outdoor learning!

Our Mission

AEEA champions access to environmental education, builds community among professionals, provides support to educators, and drives excellence in the field of environmental and outdoor education in Arkansas.

Upcoming Events

For 25 years, AEEA has been committed to providing resources, support, and opportunities for collaboration and networking.

Summer Online eeCourse

Summer Online eeCourse

Registration is now open for the summer 2025 eeCourse, Environmental Education in Your Community. AEEA offers eeCourses as a flexible and affordable option for gaining skills, knowledge, and professional development hours. eeCourses are moderated, online courses...

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AEEA May Community Call

AEEA May Community Call

Gathering Together to Share Resources Join us for our next free community call on Thursday, May 8 from 11:00 am - noon where we will be gathering together to share resources and ideas on how to navigate change during uncertain times. This will be the third community...

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AEEA News

Outside for 5 in 2025

Outside for 5 in 2025

Spring has sprung in Arkansas, and it’s time to head Outside for 5! Studies show that outdoor learning can help learners increase attention, be more motivated to learn, strengthen resilience, and control impulses more effectively. AEEA and partner organizations are...

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Carly Wise: Mentors & Memories

Carly Wise: Mentors & Memories

Carly Wise is one of three educators who were recently recognized for their dedication and passion to environmental education. At the 2025 AEEA Conference, Carly was presented with an award for being an Outstanding Environmental Educator in Formal Education. Pictured...

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Arkansas’s Natural Leaders

Arkansas’s Natural Leaders

Outstanding Environmental Educators Honored The Arkansas Environmental Education Association (AEEA) recognized three educators at the AEEA Environmental & Outdoor Education Conference held at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville on March 7 and 8. Each year...

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