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 25 years, AEEA has been committed to providing resources, support, and opportunities for collaboration and networking.
Northwest Arkansas Nature Network Happy Hour
Description: The NWA Master Naturalists and Crystal Bridges Campus are hosting the NWA Nature Network's Spring Happy Hour. Location: Heartland Whole Health Institute850 Museum WayBentonville, AR 72712 Connect with nature‑focused organizations, volunteers,...
Environmental Education Materials: Guidelines for Excellence virtual workshop
Join the Arkansas Environmental Education Association in an interactive, virtual workshop on Environmental Education Materials: Guidelines for Excellence. Description: We invite classroom teachers, non-formal educators, curriculum developers, and program...
Summer eeCourse – Accessible by Nature
May 19 - July 21, 2026 Join AEEA this winter for an online learning opportunity to expand your skills to welcome and support all learners. Accessible by Nature: Designing Environmental Education to Support All Learners. This course uses the Universal Design for...
AEEA News
Outside for 5 in 2026
Get Outside for the 5 Big Benefits of Learning in the Outdoors! YOU are the reason outdoor learning is possible. When families, educators, schools, community partners, and advocates come together, students gain more opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive beyond...
Misty Barron: From Field to Classroom
Above image: Raven Harris, AEEA Board President, presents Misty Barron with the Outstanding Formal Environmental Educator Award. Each year AEEA recognizes individuals who have made an impact in environmental and outdoor education. These individuals facilitate...
Announcing 2026 Outstanding Environmental Educators
Three educators honored for innovation, hands-on learning and community impact. The Arkansas Environmental Education Association has named three outstanding educators as recipients of its 2026 awards, recognizing professionals whose work advances environmental and...