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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...

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...

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...

by Stephanie R. Lewis Rachel Parker, Ferncliff Nature School Director and the 2024 AEEA Outstanding Formal Environmental Educator, grew up in Arkansas. Her father took her hunting and fishing. Mom cultivated beautiful yards wherever they lived. Grandma and Grandpa...

AEEA is currently accepting nominations for educators demonstrating outstanding leadership and service environmental education. Educators are recognized in one of three categories. Outstanding Environmental Educator – Formal Education The nominee must be an Arkansas...

by Stephanie R. Lewis Suzanne Murphy, Illinois River Watershed Partnership (IRWP) Youth Education Specialist, teaches children about the Illinois River watershed and conservation in Northwest Arkansas and Northeast Oklahoma. She says, “Nature doesn’t know what state...

AEEA is currently seeking applications from individuals who are passionate about environmental and outdoor education. AEEA is governed by a Board of Directors of up to 12 individuals who serve a three year term. As a working Board, individuals are expected to provide...

by Stephanie R. Lewis When your parents meet in the Peace Corps, have a baby, and move to Africa, the beginning of your life sounds like an adventure movie. Eric De Vries, Arkansas Outdoor School extension coordinator at C.A. Vines Arkansas 4-H Center, had an...

As a part of the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) Affiliate Network, the Arkansas Environmental Education Association (AEEA) has relaunched an awareness and pledge campaign called Outside for 5 encouraging teachers, administrators,...