Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (AEOE)

California Coastal Art & Poetry Contest: California students in kindergarten through 12th grade can submit artwork or poetry about California's coast and ocean by January 31, 2025. Ten winners will be selected, and each will receive a $100 gift certificate to Blick Art Materials or a bookstore, plus four tickets to Aquarium of the Pacific. Each winner’s teacher will receive a $50 gift certificate from Acorn Naturalists. Winning art and poetry will be part of a traveling exhibit through the end of 2025. For more information, visit the California Coastal Commission's website here: https://lnkd.in/g3YjJra

It's time to register for the Statewide Conference! Join us for a weekend of learning, networking, and fun in Marin County! The conference is held Friday afternoon through Sunday lunch and includes 40+ workshops, a keynote speaker, an awards ceremony, resource fair, live and silent auction, EE Certification Program presentations, evening entertainment, and more. Come for Saturday only or stay for the whole weekend. Lodging and meals are offered onsite starting with dinner on Friday through lunch on Sunday. Registration is open now! This year’s conference theme is "Roots and Branches: Strengthening Community and Expanding Impact." Interested in submitting a workshop proposal? Explore this year’s workshop strands and find where your ideas fit! Presenters receive a conference discount as a thank-you for inspiring and supporting our community. Discounts are also available for members. A limited number of scholarships are available. Important conference dates: - Workshop application deadline: February 1, 2025 - Scholarship priority deadline: February 15, 2025 - Early registration deadline: March 1, 2025 - Regular registration deadline: April 20, 2025 Conference dates: May 2-4, 2025 Location: Walker Creek Ranch, Petaluma, CA Learn more: aeoe.org/conference-2025

Workshop proposals are now open for AEOE's 2025 Statewide Conference for Environmental & Outdoor Education! This year’s theme, Roots and Branches: Strengthening Community and Expanding Impact, celebrates the connections and growth that define our work. Swipe to see this year's Strands. We're looking for workshops that speak to the themes listed. Workshop presenters receive a conference discount. Share your expertise, inspire others, and help grow our community. Submit your proposal today! Workshop Application Deadline: February 1, 2025 Statewide Conference: May 2-4, 2025 at Walker Creek Ranch in Petaluma, CA Learn more and apply: aeoe.org/conference-2025 #EnvironmentalEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #OutdoorEd #Naturalists #AEOE2025

There's still time to register for this winter's Universal Design for Learning online course! This self-paced course runs from January 15 - February 28, 2025. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a teaching approach that works to accommodate the needs and abilities of all learners and eliminates unnecessary barriers in the learning process. This course is designed to encourage you to reflect deeply on your practice to focus on how you plan and teach to support all learners. The course content and associated assignments are geared towards practicing environmental and outdoor educators. We hope this course will inspire you to strengthen your pedagogical practices so they are more welcoming, inclusive, and accessible. One graduate unit from the University of San Diego is available upon completion of the course. Visit aeoe.org/events to register. #EnvironmentalEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #UniversalDesignForLearning #OutdoorEducation #Educators

Join your colleagues from across the state for an overnight retreat on the beautiful site of Camp Ocean Pines in Cambria, CA. The site is just minutes from the coast, and optional morning excursions can include nature walks around the property, a short hike down to the coastline, or a short drive to see the elephant seals. Professional development, lodging for two nights, and five meals are included (Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast). In addition to a structured PD session, there will be discussions on hiring and pay, and ample opportunities for networking and conversations around topics of your choice. Visit aeoe.org/events to register

Check out our job board for environmental and outdoor education opportunities across California! Whether you're an experienced educator, a recent graduate, or someone eager to make a difference, you'll find a range of positions that align with your skills and interests. Employers can also post job openings to attract candidates who are committed to environmental stewardship and outdoor learning. Take a look and see what's out there! aeoe.org/Find-A-Job #EnvironmentalEducation #Naturalists #OutdoorLearning #SchoolGardens #ProfessionalDevelopment #EnvironmentalCareers

Celebrating a year of impact and growth! Our annual report is here, and it's a testament to the incredible work we've accomplished together in strengthening environmental education in California in. Dive into the details of the journey here: https://lnkd.in/g26qQPYG

There's still time to register for this winter's Universal Design for Learning online course! This self-paced course runs from January 15 - February 28, 2025. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a teaching approach that works to accommodate the needs and abilities of all learners and eliminates unnecessary barriers in the learning process. This course is designed to encourage you to reflect deeply on your practice to focus on how you plan and teach to support all learners. The course content and associated assignments are geared towards practicing environmental and outdoor educators. We hope this course will inspire you to strengthen your pedagogical practices so they are more welcoming, inclusive, and accessible. One graduate unit from the University of San Diego is available upon completion of the course. Visit aeoe.org/events to register. #EnvironmentalEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #UniversalDesignForLearning #OutdoorEducation #Educators

Workshop proposals are now open for AEOE's 2025 Statewide Conference for Environmental & Outdoor Education! This year’s theme, Roots and Branches: Strengthening Community and Expanding Impact, celebrates the connections and growth that define our work. Swipe to see this year's Strands. We're looking for workshops that speak to the themes listed. Workshop presenters receive a conference discount. Share your expertise, inspire others, and help grow our community. Submit your proposal today! Workshop Application Deadline: February 1, 2025 Statewide Conference: May 2-4, 2025 at Walker Creek Ranch in Petaluma, CA Learn more and apply: aeoe.org/conference-2025 #EnvironmentalEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #OutdoorEd #Naturalists #AEOE2025

Thank you for supporting AEOE and helping us to strengthen environmental education in California by connecting providers, building professional expertise, and championing environmental literacy and outdoor learning. Our small but mighty team relies on donations to support our work. Your donation will support our network of dedicated individuals and organizations across the state that are committed to using environmental and outdoor education as a tool to create lasting environmental change. Donations directly enable AEOE to: - offer scholarships and financial assistance - keep program offerings affordable - provide a wide range of professional development opportunities - advocate for increased access to environmental and outdoor learning We greatly appreciate your support! Here's the link to our donations page: https://lnkd.in/ggzMhkAH   Learn more about our work at aeoe.org or through our most recent annual report: https://lnkd.in/g26qQPYG