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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.
Fall Online Courses
Registration is now open for two online environmental education courses offered by the Arkansas Environmental Education Association (AEEA). AEEA offers eeCourses as a flexible and affordable option for gaining skills, knowledge, and professional development hours....
Join the Outside for 5 Movement!
“Learning in, and about, nature is critical at this time on our planet and for growing a healthy human who can thrive emotionally, cognitively, and physically.” ~ Monica Woods, AEEA Board Member and Program Manager for Growing Urban Farmers at St. Joseph Center...
Green Careers Expo – Save the Date
2024 Green Careers Expo—a collaboration between the Arkansas Forestry Association Education Foundation, the Arkansas Environmental Education Association, and Arkansas Tech University – would like to invite partners from state/federal/local agencies, industries,...
AEEA News
Governor Sanders Proclaims Outside for 5 Week in Arkansas
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,...
AEEA Awards Four Mini-Grants to Nonprofits and Schools
AEEA is excited to announce the award of four mini-grants to Arkansas schools and nonprofit organizations that are providing environmental and outdoor education around the state. Read about the inspiring work the 2024 recipients are conducting. Formal Education -...
AEEA Announces New Board Members
AEEA is excited to welcome four new members to the AEEA Board of Directors. The new individuals represent a range of interests, backgrounds and regions of the state. Michael Barger, education coordinator with Keep Arkansas Beautiful, brings two decades of...