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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
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...
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...
Green Careers Expo 2025 – Save the Date
Mark your calendars for the 4th annual Green Careers Expo! As a collaboration between the Arkansas Forestry Association Education Foundation, the Arkansas Environmental Education association, and South Arkansas College, we would like to invite students in grades 8-12...
AEEA News
Curtis Varnell: The Key is to Begin
Dr. Curtis Varnell is a life-long educator with more than twenty-five years of experience in the public school classroom. For the past 15 years, he has served as the science specialist of the Guy Fenter Education Service Cooperative. He is also an Adjunct Professor at...
School & Community Garden Growth Program
The Arkansas Environmental Education Association is excited to announce a new garden opportunity for schools and non-profit organizations! AEEA is working with the University of Arkansas Pine Bluff to help establish, support, enhance, and expand projects focusing on...
Liz Hill: For the Love of Nature
Liz Hill is one of three educators who were recently recognized for their dedication and passion to environmental education. At the 2025 AEEA Conference, Liz was presented with an award for being an Outstanding Environmental Educator in Non-formal Education. Pictured...