Photos by Mitchell Pruitt
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 30 years, AEEA has been committed to providing resources and support, opportunities for collaboration and networking, and professional learning.
Strength in Connection: The Power of EE Networks Workshop
Join the Arkansas Environmental Education Association in an interactive, in-person workshop. Description: An interactive workshop, Strength in Connection: The Power of EE Networks, explores how formal and informal networks can serve as structural links...
Green Careers Expo 2026 – Registration Today
5th annual Green Careers Expo A collaboration between the Arkansas Forestry Association Education Foundation and the Arkansas Environmental Education Association, we invite you to participate in this one-day interactive free student event focusing on Green Careers....
Dine & Discover at Wildland Gardens
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. A NEW DATE WILL BE POSTED SOON. Dine and Discover is an opportunity to gather with AEEA members and others in the community to enjoy food and learn about a local project. This October's Dine & Discover includes lunch, a tour of...
AEEA News
Fund IRL Arkansas Champions Investment in Kids
Join a statewide coalition to support positive youth development As environmental and outdoor educators and supporters, we have seen and experienced the benefits of time spent outdoors. It is exciting to see recent research confirm that nature provides physical,...
AEEA Mini-grant Applications Open
The Arkansas Environmental Education Association is soliciting proposals of up to $500 for AEEA’s Environmental and Outdoor Education Mini-grant Program. The program is designed to support, enhance, and expand the implementation of environmental and outdoor education...
Kevin Harris: Rooted in Service
Above image: Kevin Harris holding his award for the 2026 Outstanding Non-formal Environmental Educator. Each year AEEA recognizes individuals who have made an impact in environmental and outdoor education. These individuals facilitate participant leadership and...