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• Adult STEM Night Event

  • When
    Tue, September 27, 2022
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    100 Sierra Nevada Way Mills River, NC 28732

  
  

  Join EENC and NCSU's The Science House at Sierra Nevada Brewing Company in Mills River, NC on September 27, 2022 for Adult STEM Night. Starting at 6 p.m., explore the brewery's sustainability initiatives and participate in a hands-on STEM challenge (prizes will be awarded to winners). Enjoy libations and delicious eats while you play (note: these will not be provided)! Walk away with a STEM activity you can use in the classroom and resources from The Science House and EENC. This event is free - members and non-members are welcome!

  Register by September 24, 2022  - https://forms.gle/XzkrypUSXs61uFA66

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• Animals Care for Mother Earth: An Indigenous Teaching Resource for Personal Development (Outdoor Learning Store Webinar)

  • When
    Tue, September 27, 2022
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  Join our partner, Outdoor Learning Store, to learn from Indigenous author and artist, Bill Helin, who will share his new resource, Animals Care for Mother Earth: A Teaching Resource for Personal Development, which consists of six contemporary, interrelated stories and supporting resources for teachers. In the first story, animals cooperate to clean up a polluted pond. In subsequent stories, they care for each other in the aftermath of the pollution problem, demonstrating strength of character and social responsibility. This resource can be accessed as a bundle that includes animal finger puppets and stamps designed by Bill, along with Indigenous Plant Cards.

  Bill Helin is of Tsimshian/Norwegian descent and is a member of the Tsimshian Nation. His grandfather Henry William Helin, was Chief of the Gitlan Tribe, and his grandmother Maud Helin, was Chief of the Gitgeese Tribe. Bill spent many hours listening to his grandmother in wonder, as she told him many Legends of the Tsimshian People.

  All registrants will be entered to win some great draw prizes! Upon registration, registrants will receive a discount code by email to support them in accessing the Animals Care for Mother Earth Bundle, along with a variety of other Indigenous Learning Resources. Following the workshop you will receive a link to access your Certificate of Attendance.

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  Environmental Educators of North Carolina is a US Non-profit Partner of the Outdoor Learning Store and a small percentage of sales will go to benefit EENC. 

  
  

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• SEEA Annual Conference

  • Start
    Thu, September 29, 2022
  • End
    Sat, October 01, 2022
  • Location
    Unicoi State Park, Helen, GA

  

  Help represent North Carolina this fall at the 10th Annual SEEA Conference and Research Symposium.  This year's regional conference will be hosted by our partner the Environmental Education Alliance of Georgia (EEA), in conjunction with EEA's 30th Anniversary Conference. The event will take place on September 28 - Oct 1 at Unicoi State Park in the beautiful North Georgia mountains near Helen.

  Here is the general run of show:

  • Thurs Sep 29   Research Symposium / Field Trips / Conference  (2 meals provided - dinner on your own)
  • Fri Sep 30        Conference Sessions (3 meals provided)
  • Sat Oct 1          Conference Sessions ending at noon (1 meal provided- lunch on your own)
  • Sat Oct 1          Post-Conference workshops all day (additional fee / includes lunch)
  • Sun Oct 2         Adventures / OktoberFest / Family fun activities (on your own)

  Early Bird registration is open through July 15 at the non-member rate of $230. That rate will increase to $280 on July 16. A Student / Senior / Hardship rate of $175 is also available for those in need. 

  Lodging at Unicoi State Park is in high demand due to the popularity of the conference dates, during peak fall color and OktoberFest in nearby Helen, GA. Use EEA discount code: 09947 to book Unicoi rooms or cabins at the guaranteed lowest rates. The lodging discount code may be used by any conference attendee and is good for Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, and/or Sun nights. 

  • To book lodging by phone: Call 1-800-573-9659; provide reservations agent with your dates and EEA discount code 09947; select your favorite available room and pay for the first night.
  • To book lodging online: Click here; enter arrival and departure dates at bottom of page; click Search; ignore results; enter EEA discount code 09947 in box at top left; search again for rooms in the conference block at discount rates; select your favorite and pay.

  Room sharing is one good way to save costs. Tent, RV and Squirrel's Nest Camping is available at Unicoi for as little as $20/night, as space allows. Some rooms and some campsites are dog-friendly. Lodging can be canceled with 8 days notice, so those who are not sure of their ability to attend the Conference may want to snag a room now, while they are available. The first night's lodging is billed at the time of reservation and the balance on check-in.

  Visit EEA's website for more information and to register.

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• Nature Connection: Sensory Activities for All Ages (Outdoor Learning Store Webinar)

  • When
    Tue, October 04, 2022
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  Join our partner, Outdoor Learning Store, for another one of their amazing webinars!

  With Author & Nature Sommelier, Jacob Rodenburg
  

  Spending time in nature with all senses tuned and primed helps us feel like we belong to the natural world – and in belonging, we come to feel more connected, nourished, and alive. In this workshop, author Jacob Rodenburg will share ideas, activities and inspiration from his most recent resource, The Book of Nature Connection: 70 Sensory Activities for All Ages.

  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.

  Upon registration, registrants will receive a discount code by email to support them in accessing The Book of Nature Connection, The Big Book of Nature Activities, and a variety of other excellent Outdoor Learning Resources for Educators.

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

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  Environmental Educators of North Carolina is a US Non-profit Partner of the Outdoor Learning Store and a small percentage of sales will go to benefit EENC. 

  
  

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• Take Me Outside Day & Week! (Outdoor Learning Store Event)

  • Start
    Mon, October 17, 2022
  • End
    Fri, October 21, 2022
  • Location
    Virtual

  
  

  Join our partner, Outdoor Learning Store, for Take Me Outside Week!

  Take Me Outside Week helps to raise awareness about outdoor learning by encouraging teachers to take their students outside. Last year 8,900 educators and nearly 400,000 learners joined in on the activities and learning opportunities provided.

  We look forward to working with our partners to host a full week of speakers, activities and events for students. We will provide resources and opportunities to deepen connections with Indigenous perspectives, strengthen our health and well-being, and increase our knowledge on climate change and the environment.

  All participants will be eligible to win prizes from The Outdoor Learning Store!

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  Environmental Educators of North Carolina is a US Non-profit Partner of the Outdoor Learning Store and a small percentage of sales will go to benefit EENC. 

  
  

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• Social at Sideways Farm & Brewing (Western Section Event)

  • When
    Sat, October 22, 2022
  •  
    12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    62 Eade Road, Etowah, NC

  Come hang out with EENC's Western Section at Sideways Farm and Brewery!  We'll be hanging out rain or shine thanks to their large covered patio from noon to 3 pm.  Whether you live in the Western Section or are coming up to the mountains for a day trip during leaf season, bring your family and friends to this laid back networking and social event!

  
  

  Sideways offers beer, hard jun kombucha, and local sodas. There is generally a food truck onsite on the weekends.  Plus, they are a working farm that sells flowers and manages small livestock, so there's lots to see!  There's no cost for this event, other than what you choose to purchase.

  
  

  Sideways is donating 100% of their tips to EENC during the month of October, so this is a great opportunity to come network with your peers as well as help raise funds for EENC!
  

  
  

  Sideways Farm & Brewery is located in Etowah - between Hendersonville and Brevard, about 45 minutes south of Asheville.  Well-supervised children and leashed and well-behaved dogs are welcome.

  
  

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• Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Environmental Education (Online Course)

  • Start
    Mon, October 24, 2022
  • End
    Sun, December 18, 2022
  • Spaces left
    23

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  This course is designed to provide a strong foundation in the language, concepts and principles of equity work for environmental educators and environmental professionals.  It is meant to be an introductory course and spark interest in further learning around justice, equity, diversity and inclusion (JEDI). The main topics for the course include:

  • Foundations of communication for sensitive topics, including group agreements and nonviolent communication.

  • Developing a common language for discussing JEDI topics

  • Understanding historical intersections of the environmental movement with social justice topics, how those historical events might still be causing impacts today.

  • Understanding bias, stereotypes, and oppression

  • Reflecting on power and privilege that different identities afford, how that power and privilege manifests as microaggressions and how to use the power and privilege you had to develop a personal action plan.

  This course was developed through a partnership between Center for Diversity and the Environment, EcoInclusive, Justice Outside, Environmental Educators of North Carolina, Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education, and Kentucky Association for Environmental Education.  

  Format: This is an asynchronous online course. 

  • All activities must be completed independently on your own time/schedule within the 8 week timeframe.  Actual time to complete the course will vary, but we estimate it will take approximately 15 hours.
  • We will provide a suggested timeline and periodic reminders to encourage timely completion of assignments.  While we want to be flexible, we also want these learning experiences to be meaningful and we think timely and periodic work in the courses will benefit participants more than trying to complete coursework at the last minute.
  • Coursework includes watching videos, reading articles, posting on forums and Padlet boards, and writing personal reflections.

  Cohort Timeline: This cohort will begin October 24, 2022.  Participants will have until December 18, 2022 to complete the course.

  Earning Credit: This course qualifies for 15 hours Criteria I Credit for EE Certification Program Enrollees, 10-hour maximum CE Credit for those already EE Certified.  For all other continuing education, you can earn 1.5 CEU's (15 hours)

  Registration: $30 for EENC members, $40 for general registration.  Sliding registration option also available.

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• Universal Design for Learning in Environmental Education (Online Course)

  • Start
    Mon, November 07, 2022
  • End
    Sun, December 18, 2022
  • Spaces left
    26

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  Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework to guide the design of learning environments that are accessible and challenging for all, rather than making modifications for individual students’ needs. This course will encourage you to reflect deeply on your practice to focus on how you plan and teach, not just the content you teach.  Whether you’re a classroom teacher or outdoor nonformal educator, are an experienced professional or just getting started in the field, and are new to inclusion or have been leading inclusive programming for years, we hope this course will inspire you to strengthen your pedagogical practices so they are more welcoming, inclusive and accessible for all learners. Focus areas include:

  • Understanding the principles of Universal Design for Learning
  • Describing terms, techniques, tools, and resources to promote inclusivity and access to better serve diverse populations, specifically those with learning differences, physical accessibility needs, and language barriers
  • Evaluating your current teaching practices/pedagogy and your setting to identify barriers to participation
  • Applying the principles of universal design for learning to your pedagogical practices to redesign a lesson, activity, or program

  This course content was designed by Michelle Silvers of Silver’s Lining PLLC, Estrella Risinger with the Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education, Michelle Pearce and Lauren Pyle with the Environmental Educators of North Carolina, with contributions from Rebekah Jones and the Cooper Center for Environmental Learning.

  Format: This is an asynchronous online course. 

  • All activities must be completed independently on your own time/schedule within the 6 week timeframe.  Actual time to complete the course will vary, but we estimate it will take approximately 10 hours.
  • We will provide a suggested timeline and periodic reminders to encourage timely completion of assignments.  While we want to be flexible, we also want these learning experiences to be meaningful and we think timely and periodic work in the courses will benefit participants more than trying to complete coursework at the last minute.
  • Coursework includes watching videos, reading articles, posting on forums and Padlet boards, and writing personal reflections.

  Cohort Timeline: This cohort will begin November 7, 2022.  Participants will have until December 18, 2022 to complete the course.

  Earning Credit: This course qualifies for 10 hours Criteria III Credit for EE Certification Program Enrollees, 10-hour maximum CE Credit for those already EE Certified.  For all other continuing education, you can earn 1.0 CEU's (10 hours)

  Registration: $30 for EENC members, $40 for general registration.  Sliding registration option also available.

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• Teaching Green in the Elementary Years (Outdoor Learning Store Webinar)

  • When
    Tue, November 15, 2022
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  Join our partner, Outdoor Learning Store and educators from Green Teacher to discover kid-tested practical ideas to help young people develop a strong connection with the natural world, and support their understanding of the social and global aspects of our environment. They will offer a snapshot of stories that cover a wide spectrum of environmental topics and present a large diversity of practical projects and learning strategies.

  Green Teacher is a registered charity serving a global network. They are dedicated to helping educators, both inside and outside of schools, enhance environmental literacy among young learners.

  Upon registration, registrants will receive a discount code by email to support them in accessing educators resources, including resources from Green Teacher such as Teaching Green (Elementary Years, Middle Years and High School Years) as well as Teaching Kids About Climate Change, Teaching Teens About Climate Change and Teaching About Invasive Species.

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

  REGISTER TO ATTEND

  Environmental Educators of North Carolina is a US Non-profit Partner of the Outdoor Learning Store and a small percentage of sales will go to benefit EENC. 

  
  

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• Accessibility in Outdoor Learning (Outdoor Learning Store Webinar)

  • When
    Tue, November 29, 2022
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  Join our partner, Outdoor Learning Store, who will be hosting Karen Lai for an honest and open discussion on accessibility in the outdoors with a focus on people with disabilities and what real inclusivity looks like.

  Karen is an experienced outdoor adventurer, consultant and facilitator who has been helping people with disabilities find their place for over twenty years. Karen demonstrates openness and curiosity in her work, creating an environment that encourages questions and conversations based on her own life experience with cerebral palsy.

  Karen holds a Master of Arts in Human Kinetics and her thesis focused on social inclusion. Karen will guide educators on a journey into understanding what belonging and value means for different students.

  Upon registration, registrants will receive a discount code by email to support them in accessing a variety of resources to support developing programming that is more inclusive.

  REGISTER TO ATTEND

  Environmental Educators of North Carolina is a US Non-profit Partner of the Outdoor Learning Store and a small percentage of sales will go to benefit EENC. 

  
  

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