Menu
Log in


Association for Environmental & Outdoor education


Our mission is to advance the impact of environmental and outdoor education in California

AEOE Programs & events

AEOE offers a range of opportunities for members of our community to connect, network, increase their skills, and grow professionally. Learn more or register for an upcoming event below. 

CONFERENCES

AEOE typically hosts three conferences each year, two fall regional conferences in northern and southern California, and the spring statewide. AEOE's conferences offer opportunities for networking, professional development, and connection. 

CONFERENCES

AWARDS

AEOE recognizes and celebrates the achievement of individuals and organizations across the state who work to advance the impact of environmental and outdoor education through our annual awards. 

AWARDS

CERTIFICATION

Want to increase your knowledge and skills, expand your professional network, enhance your resume, and make important connections across the state? Get certified through the Environmental Educator Certification Program (EECP)!

CERTIFICATION

WORKSHOPS

AEOE offers online workshops on a range of topics, from sustainable teaching tips to early childhood education, social & emotional learning to outdoor instruction. See what's available in the calendar below. 


Programs & Events calendar

    • April 11, 2023
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online

    Resources for Earth Month

    Tues, April 11 – 4pm Pacific

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    With Jacob Parliament from GreenLearning

    Join Jacob Parliament from GreenLearning for an interactive session to discuss Earth Month Resources for Educators. GreenLearning is an environmental education non-profit which creates free online education programs about energy, climate change, and green economy that engage and empower students to create positive change.

    Jacob will be covering an array of free resources and activities for Earth Month for grades 4-12 which provide opportunities to take climate action in your classroom. We will discuss the incredible book – ‘Sila and the Land’ which is the culmination of collaborations between three talented Indigenous authors and partnering organizations to create a children’s book which could help to share perspectives on the Land which are common among First Nations, Metis, and Inuit communities.

    This workshop will also highlight GreenLearning programs and challenges which lead to direct action, how to find support as an educator for Earth Month and beyond, and provide the opportunity to ask questions and facilitate discussion.

    All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! In addition, in your confirmation email you will also be sent a discount code to access Earth Learning Resources at our non-profit Outdoor Learning Store, including Sila and the Land and more.

    Following the workshop you will receive a link to access your Certificate of Attendance.

    You can access Earth resources here: https://outdoorlearningstore.com/themes/nature-ecosystems/

    Sila and the Land https://outdoorlearningstore.com/product/sila-and-the-land/

    A People’s Curriculum for the Earth https://outdoorlearningstore.com/product/a-peoples-curriculum-for-the-earth/

    The Book of Nature Connection https://outdoorlearningstore.com/product/the-book-of-nature-connection/

    For those who can’t attend live, each one is recorded and posted on the Outdoor Learning Store's website. The link is also sent directly to all registrants.

    Offered in partnership with The Outdoor Learning Store:


    • April 18, 2023
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online

    Taking a Closer Look: Investigations in Nature

    Tues, April 18 – 4pm Pacific

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    With Educators Megan Zeni and Lauren MacLean

    Megan Zeni is a leading consultant on outdoor teaching and an active outdoor classroom teacher. Lauren is a nature connection mentor, author and educator.

    Together, through their years of experience in hands-on teaching, they’ll share how to have the most fun learning as you investigate nature.

    Megan and Lauren will share about the tools and resources available to take a closer look and investigate nature, including those in their curated ‘Looking Closely’ Kit.

    All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop, you will receive a discount link to access the resources shared, the recording, and to access your Certificate of Attendance.

    You can access this fantastic outdoor learning set here:
    Looking Closely Kit:
    https://outdoorlearningstore.com/product/looking-closely-outdoor-learning-kit/

    For those who can’t attend live, each one is recorded and posted on the Outdoor Learning Store's website. The link is also sent directly to all registrants.

    Offered in partnership with The Outdoor Learning Store:


    • April 25, 2023
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online

    Nature Activities for Year-round Learning

    Tues, April 25 – 4pm Pacific

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    Spending time in nature, year round helps develop a sense of belonging. When we belong we feel connected, nourished, and alive. In this workshop, author Jacob Rodenburg will share ideas, activities and inspiration from his encompassing work - The Big Book of Nature Activities - offering easy to access, year round outdoor learning ideas.

    Jacob Rodenburg, nature sommelier, is an award-winning educator, executive director of Camp Kawartha, a summer camp and outdoor education center, and instructor in environmental education at Trent University. He has taught more than 100,000 students and is co-author of The Big Book of Nature Activities.

    All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop, you will receive a discount link to the resources shared, the recording, and to access your Certificate of Attendance.
    Check out Jacob’s fantastic resources:

    1.The Big Book of Nature Activities https://outdoorlearningstore.com/product/the-big-book-of-nature-activities-a-year-round-guide-to-outdoor-learning/

    2. The Book of Nature Connection https://outdoorlearningstore.com/product/the-book-of-nature-connection/

    For those who can’t attend live, each one is recorded and posted on the Outdoor Learning Store's website. The link is also sent directly to all registrants.

    Offered in partnership with The Outdoor Learning Store:


    • May 05, 2023
    • 6:00 PM
    • May 07, 2023
    • 1:00 PM
    • YMCA Camp Jones Gulch, La Honda
    Register

    The Statewide Conference for Environmental & Outdoor Education is our signature event, bringing together several hundred environmental and outdoor professionals for a weekend of learning, community-building, and fun. The event features 30+ workshops, silent auction, evening entertainment, keynote speakers, an awards ceremony, and more. Click here for more information

    Full weekend registration includes lodging on Friday and Saturday night and five meals (B/L/D on Saturday and B/L on Sunday). If you elect to camp, you are responsible for bringing your own equipment; if you choose to stay in the shared dorms, you must bring your own linens. Semi-private cabins are available as a premium option at an additional fee. 

    Note that we are monitoring COVID protocols closely and may need to make adjustments as the pandemic continues to evolve. Proof of negative test within 48 hours may be required to attend. Masking while indoors is strongly encouraged. 


    • May 05, 2023
    • 6:00 PM
    • May 07, 2023
    • 1:00 PM
    • YMCA Camp Jones Gulch, La Honda
    Register

    The Statewide Conference for Environmental & Outdoor Education is our signature event, bringing together several hundred environmental and outdoor professionals for a weekend of learning, community-building, and fun. The event features 30+ workshops, silent auction, evening entertainment, keynote speakers, an awards ceremony, and more. Click here for more information

    Full weekend registration without lodging includes all the activities listed above as well five meals (B/L/D on Saturday and B/L on Sunday). We assume that you are either live locally or elect to secure your own lodging elsewhere.

    Note that we are monitoring COVID protocols closely and may need to make adjustments as the pandemic continues to evolve. Proof of negative test within 48 hours may be required to attend. Masking while indoors is strongly encouraged. 


    • May 06, 2023
    • YMCA Camp Jones Gulch, La Honda
    Register

    Do you have resources that you want to share with the statewide conference attendees? Are you hiring for any positions this summer or fall? Table at the Resource Fair at the spring statewide conference for environmental and outdoor education! Conference sponsors and organizational members have free access to table at this conference session. If you are not an organizational member of AEOE yet, you can either choose to become one and join our awesome statewide network, or register as an individual member or a guest. 

    Date: Saturday, May 6, 2023

    Time: TBD (afternoon)

    Note: you are responsible for set-up and clean-up of your materials, although a member of our team is happy to offer assistance. 

    • May 06, 2023
    • 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • YMCA Camp Jones Gulch, La Honda
    Register

    The Statewide Conference for Environmental & Outdoor Education is our signature event, bringing together several hundred environmental and outdoor professionals for a weekend of learning, community-building, and fun. The event features 30+ workshops, silent auction, evening entertainment, keynote speakers, an awards ceremony, and more. Click here for more information

    Saturday only includes three meals (B/L/D) and all workshops and events on Saturday. 

    Note that we are monitoring COVID protocols closely and may need to make adjustments as the pandemic continues to evolve. Proof of negative test within 48 hours may be required to attend. Masking while indoors is strongly encouraged. 


    • May 16, 2023
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online

    Resources for World Oceans Day

    Tues, May 16 – 4pm Pacific

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    Wondering how best to connect your class to awe-inspiring water education for World Oceans Day 2023? Look no further! Our top panel of water educators will provide hands-on, engaging activities to do just that. Whether you live on the coast or deep inland, these water pros will connect you to your oceans in a wondrous way!

    Join water testing and data collection heroes, Water Rangers, community building, ocean conservation, and climate superstars OceanWise, and educational engagement specialists Project Wet for this workshop that will wash you away on a tide of ideas.

    All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop, you will receive a discount link to the resources shared, the recording, and access your Certificate of Attendance.

    You can access some of the Water Education Resources that will be shared here:

    1. Water Rangers Test kits:
    https://outdoorlearningstore.com/2022/03/01/partner-feature-water-rangers/

    2. OceanWise resources: https://ocean.org/learn-explore/education/ocean-wise-education-kits/

    3. Project WET Canada: https://cwra.org/en/affiliates-programs/project-wet/#:~:text=Project%20WET%20Canada%20is%20the%20official%20youth%20water,a%20contract%20with%20the%20Project%20WET%20%28International%29%20Foundation.

    For those who can’t attend live, each one is recorded and posted on the Outdoor Learning Store's website. The link is also sent directly to all registrants.

    Offered in partnership with The Outdoor Learning Store:


    • May 23, 2023
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online

    Race and Nature for Educators

    Tues, May 23 – 4pm Pacific

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    Join Jacqueline Scott and Ambika Tenneti, co-authors and consultants for "Race and Nature in the City - engaging youth of color in nature-based activities."

    North America’s population is increasingly multicultural and increasingly urban, in line with a global trend that raises concern about a spreading human disconnect from nature, especially among young and racialized communities.

    Jacqueline and Ambika will share about their research, report and toolkit for partnering to serve diverse youth in connecting to nature making access to the outdoors more equitable.

    All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop, you will receive a discount link to resources shared, the recording, and access to your Certificate of Attendance.

    You can access Race and Nature in the City here: https://naturecanada.ca/race-and-nature-in-the-city/

    For those who can’t attend live, each one is recorded and posted on the Outdoor Learning Store's website. The link is also sent directly to all registrants.

    Offered in partnership with The Outdoor Learning Store:


    • May 23, 2023
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online
    Register

    Are you interested in becoming certified as an environmental educator? Considering applying to California's Environmental Educator Certification Program (EECP) and want to learn more? Join our info session to hear an overview of the program. Be sure to bring your questions!

    • May 30, 2023
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online

    How to Teach Nature Journaling: Curiosity, Wonder, Attention

    Tues, May 30 – 4pm Pacific

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    John (Jack) Muir Laws is a principal leader and innovator of the worldwide nature journaling movement. Jack is a scientist, educator, and author, who helps people forge a deeper and more personal connection with nature through keeping illustrated nature journals and understanding science. His work intersects science, art, and mindfulness.

    Jack will share about his new book, How to Teach Nature Journaling which includes 31 hands-on field activities to connect art, science, math, and critical thinking, while encouraging students and mentors alike to recognize and record the wonder and beauty in the natural world.

    All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop, you will receive a discount link to the resources shared, the recording, and to access your Certificate of Attendance.

    You can access How to Teach Nature Journaling: Curiosity, Wonder and Attention here:
    https://outdoorlearningstore.com/product/how-to-teach-nature-journaling/

    For those who can’t attend live, each one is recorded and posted on the Outdoor Learning Store's website. The link is also sent directly to all registrants.

    Offered in partnership with The Outdoor Learning Store:


    • June 01, 2023
    • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    • Online
    Register

    Are you interested in becoming certified as an environmental educator? Considering applying to California's Environmental Educator Certification Program (EECP) and want to learn more? Join our info session to hear an overview of the program. Be sure to bring your questions!

    • June 06, 2023
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online

    Walking Together: Two-Eyed Seeing

    Tues, June 6 – 4pm Pacific

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    Elder Albert D. Marshall is an Honorary Doctor of Letters and Mi’kmaw Spiritual Leader from the Moose Clan of the Mi’kmaq Nation in Eskasoni, Unama’ki (Cape Breton, Nova Scotia). He has been working to advance the concept of Two-Eyed Seeing and is a respected and influential environmental voice in Unama’ki.

    Louise Zimanyi, who is of French-Canadian and Hungarian descent, lives as a guest in Tkaronto/Toronto, Treaty 13 territory. As a professor and researcher, she is co-learning from and with the Land and wise teachers, co-transforming early childhood pedagogy and practice.

    They co-wrote ‘Walking Together”, an innovative picture book that introduces readers to the concept of Etuaptmumk - or Two-Eyed Seeing, the gift of multiple perspectives in the Mi’kmaw language - as it follows a group of young children connecting to nature as their teacher.

    Elder Albert and Louise will read from and talk about the book, sharing how braiding the strengths of Indigenous and non-Indigenous perspectives together can inspire everyone to nurture respectful, reciprocal, responsible relationships with the Land and Water, plant-life, animals and other-than-human beings for the benefit of all.

    All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Following the workshop, you will receive a discount link to the resources shared, the recording, and to access your Certificate of Attendance.

    You can access the 'Walking Together' resource here:
    https://outdoorlearningstore.com/product/walking-together/

    For those who can’t attend live, each one is recorded and posted on the Outdoor Learning Store's website. The link is also sent directly to all registrants.

    Offered in partnership with The Outdoor Learning Store:


    • June 13, 2023
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Online

    Animating Outdoor Learning using Finger Puppets

    Tues, June 13 – 4pm Pacific

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    Join educators Charlotte and Bridget as they share how they utilise puppets including Indigenous designed finger puppets to animate outdoor learning in their teaching practice.

    Also joining us is Qwultultun - Robert from Strong Nations, an Indigenous owned and operated publishing house, Robert will share about why Indigenous resources like this are so vital to land-based learning.

    This workshop will be full of animal facts and fun that will have you lining up to produce your own in class puppet show!

    All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes :)

    Following the workshop, you will receive a discount link to the resources shared, the recording, and access to your Certificate of Attendance.

    You can access the Indigenous Finger Puppets, designed by Indigenous artist, Bill Helin (Tsimshian (Ts’msysen); Tlingit) here:
    https://outdoorlearningstore.com/product/finger-puppets/

    For those who can’t attend live, each one is recorded and posted on the Outdoor Learning Store's website. The link is also sent directly to all registrants.

    Offered in partnership with The Outdoor Learning Store:


Past events

March 07, 2023 School Gardening: Teaching Tools & Resources
February 28, 2023 A People’s Curriculum for the Earth
February 21, 2023 Green Ummah & The Great Outdoors
February 17, 2023 Announcing the Next Great Workshop - YOURS!
February 13, 2023 Supporting LGBTQIA2S+ Students in EE
February 08, 2023 Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults
February 07, 2023 Taking Math Outdoors: Practical Ideas & Examples
January 31, 2023 Climate Change & Sustainability Education Resources
January 25, 2023 Environmental Justice and the Future of EE
January 24, 2023 Dirty Teaching: A Beginners Guide to Learning Outdoors
November 29, 2022 Accessibility in Outdoor Learning
November 15, 2022 Teaching Green in the Elementary Years
November 12, 2022 Program Leaders Annual Retreat
November 06, 2022 Fall Virtual Celebration
November 06, 2022 Fall 2022 Regional Meet-up: Inland Empire
November 06, 2022 Fall 2022 Regional Meet-up: Central Coast
November 06, 2022 Fall 2022 Regional Meet-up: Sierra Foothills
November 06, 2022 Fall 2022 Regional Meet-up: San Diego County
November 06, 2022 Fall 2022 Regional Meet-up: Bay Area
November 06, 2022 Fall 2022 Regional Meet-up: Los Angeles
October 04, 2022 2022 Environmental & Outdoor Education Virtual Job Fair
October 04, 2022 Nature Connection: Sensory Activities for All Ages
September 27, 2022 Animals Care for Mother Earth: An Indigenous Teaching Resource for Personal Development
September 20, 2022 Life Underground: Student Soil Exploration Resources & Activities
September 13, 2022 Classrooms to Communities: The Best Resources for Outdoor Learning
July 01, 2022 EECP 2022-2023 Enrollment
June 07, 2022 EECP Info Session
May 26, 2022 EECP Info Session
May 15, 2022 EECP 2022-2023 Application
May 14, 2022 Networking/Career Fair @ Spring Statewide Conference
May 13, 2022 Spring Statewide Conference 2022
April 19, 2022 Supporting LGBTQ2S+ Students in EE
March 21, 2022 UDL in EE Pilot
March 01, 2022 EcoBlitz Microcredential
February 08, 2022 Program Leaders Open Space
January 31, 2022 EECP Extension 2021-2022
November 21, 2021 Fall Statewide Virtual Celebration
November 21, 2021 Fall Regional Meet-up: Newport Beach (Orange County)
November 21, 2021 Fall Regional Meet-up: Oakland
November 21, 2021 Fall Regional Meet-up: San Diego County
November 21, 2021 Fall Regional Meet-up: Dobbins (Tahoe)
November 13, 2021 Program Leaders Retreat
September 30, 2021 Environmental & Outdoor Education Virtual Job Fair
September 14, 2021 Program Leaders Open Space
July 01, 2021 EECP 2021-2022 Enrollment
May 27, 2021 EECP Info Session
May 20, 2021 EECP Info Session
May 17, 2021 Statewide Spring Conference 2021 - Recordings Only
May 15, 2021 EECP 2021-2022 Application
May 14, 2021 Statewide Spring Conference 2021
April 29, 2021 Assessing Connecting to Nature
April 01, 2021 EECP Extension
March 30, 2021 Outdoor Learning Panel
March 16, 2021 Teaching to Outcomes
February 25, 2021 Open Space Conversations
December 12, 2020 Open Space Community Chat & Virtual Happy Hour Campfire
December 05, 2020 Inspiring Green Behavior Change with Remote Learning Activities
November 21, 2020 Early Childhood Education in the Outdoors
October 24, 2020 Mental Health - Pandemic Trauma Training for Educators
September 26, 2020 SEL Training for Practitioners
September 26, 2020 Fall Workshop Series
August 26, 2020 EECP 2020-2021 Enrollment
July 16, 2020 EECP 2020-2021 Application
May 29, 2020 AEOE Statewide Virtual Conference 2020
February 23, 2020 Thriving in the Outdoors: Social and Emotional Learning in Nature
January 20, 2020 EOSM Spring 2020 Southern Meeting
January 13, 2020 EOSM Spring 2020 Northern Meeting
November 15, 2019 AEOE Southern Section Fall Conference 2019
November 01, 2019 AEOE Northern Section Fall Conference 2019

CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL & OUTDOOR EDUCATION

* NEW * Mailing Address: 2930 Domingo Ave., Suite 3028Berkeley, CA 94705

info@aeoe.org

AEOE is a 501(c)(3) non-profit 

© 2022 All Rights Reserved

Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software