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This calendar includes events and trainings for leaders in the nature & environmental learning center field. All scheduled ANCA events are listed here, as well as opportunities from other organizations.

 

Nov 12 2018 - Nov 11 2020

NAI National Conference (Virtual)

Date Nov 10, 2020 - Nov 13, 2020
ANCA Partner Events

This conference will feature two keynote presentations, over 80 educational sessions, a Resource Expo trade show, silent auction, and more. Read more about the conference here.

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ANCA RELC CONNECTS

Oct 29, 2020 2:00pm MDT - 3:30pm MDT
In-Person ANCA CONNECTS

1pm PT / 2 MT / 3 CT / 4 ET

ANCA RELC CONNECTS meetings bring together administrators of residential environmental learning centers for virtual discussions on the unique challenges of running residential centers and outdoor schools. Topics address both COVID-19 specific challenges as well as other...

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Webinar: Building Organizational Resilience in Times of Change

Oct 29, 2020
ANCA Partner Events

October 29th, 10-11am PT

All organizations face challenges during change, especially in 2020. Why does recovery from challenges take longer in some organizations; while in others, the recovery is shorter and far less disruptive? Discover key systems that help build organizational resiliency during...

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Children & Nature Network "Inside Out" Conference

Sep 22, 2020 - Sep 23, 2020
ANCA Events
Let’s turn things Inside-Out

We believe that the well-being of children and the wild places we love are inextricably linked. And while research proves that regular time outdoors is essential for children’s healthy development, today’s kids are less connected to nature than ever before.

This is why we...

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Thirteenth International Conference on the Inclusive Museum

Sep 03, 2020 - Sep 05, 2020
ANCA Partner Events

Each year the International Conference on the Inclusive Museum draws a diverse group of participants from all over the world; the 2020 conference will focus on the theme of Museums & Historical Urban Landscapes.

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Urban Ecology Center Institute — Online Summer Intensive

Aug 13, 2020 - Aug 27, 2020
ANCA Member Events

The Urban Ecology Center offers 20+ years of experience in neighborhood transformation, and is thrilled to share in this online Intensive. In this interactive online course, participants will cover the intersecting themes of transforming kids, parks, cities, and the world. Scholarships are...

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AAM Virtual Annual Meeting & MuseumExpo

May 18, 2020 - Jun 04, 2020
ANCA Partner Events

Kicking off on International Museums Day, May 18, and continuing June 1-4, the AAM Virtual Annual Meeting & MuseumExpo (#AAMvirtual) will bring you networking opportunities, inspiring programming, and the MuseumExpo to a new virtual experience.

With our new format comes a new theme and programming...

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Children & Nature Network Leadership Summit (POSTPONED)

May 07, 2020 - May 08, 2020
ANCA Partner Events

IMPORTANT UPDATE on Summit

A variety of factors, listed below, have led us to reschedule our upcoming Leadership Summit. While we recognize this presents a significant change in your plans, we are pleased to announce that rather than cancel the event, we've been able to secure new dates:

The...

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ANCA Peer Meeting at Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary in Norfolk, MA (CANCELED)

Apr 02, 2020 9:00am MDT - 4:00pm MDT
Virtual ANCA CONNECTS

This meeting has been canceled due to COVID-19 precautions.

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League of Environmental Educators in Florida Annual Conference in Umatilla, FL (CANCELED)

Mar 27, 2020 - Mar 29, 2020
ANCA Partner Events

Dear LEEF members and Conference attendees,

Due to an abundance of caution we have decided to postpone the LEEF conference in March and reschedule due to the public health concerns over coronavirus (COVID-19). Several folks have already cancelled due to travel restrictions placed by their...

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The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies’ 3rd Wildlife Viewing and Nature Tourism Training Academy — Fort Walton Beach, FL

Feb 17, 2020 - Feb 21, 2020
ANCA Partner Events

The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies’ Wildlife Viewing and Nature Tourism (WVNT) Working Group, is pleased to announce the 3rd Wildlife Viewing & Nature Tourism Academy. The Academy theme is Practical Training for Practitioners. Please join us in Fort Walton Beach, Florida at the Hilton...

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Indiana Park & Recreation Association Conference

Feb 11, 2020 - Feb 13, 2020
ANCA Partner Events

Calling all Hoosiers! The IPRA Conference and Expo will be February 11-13, 2020 at the Horizon Convention Center in downtown Muncie, Indiana. The three-day event brings together more than 600 park and recreation professionals, citizen advocates, and industry suppliers for amazing networking...

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Texas Region Meeting at the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center in Round Mountain, TX

Feb 06, 2020 - Feb 07, 2020
Virtual ANCA CONNECTS

The ANCA Texas Region will meet at the Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center in Round Mountain, TX, February 6-7, 2020. Join us at the beautiful Westcave Preserve near Austin as we focus on the logistics of nature center facility management. Have you ever asked or been asked the following questions:

  • What
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Florida Region Meeting in Stuart, FL

Jan 24, 2020 11:00am MST - 3:00pm MST
Virtual ANCA CONNECTS

The Expanding Role of Advocacy in Nature Education

led by Mark Perry, Executive Director and Dr. Zack Jud, Director of Education, Florida Oceanographic Society

  • How does your organization define advocacy
  • Deciding your advocacy role in the community
  • Politics and 501(c)(3) organizations
  • Advocacy in nature center
  • ...

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Winter Interpreters' Workshop at Chippewa Nature Center in Midland, MI

Jan 16, 2020 9:00am MST - 3:30pm MST
ANCA Partner Events

Winter Interpreters’ Workshop

Registration costs $20 and includes a light breakfast, lunch, snacks, and sessions. See the agenda and register here; registration deadline is January 10th.

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Minnesota Region Meeting at Warner Nature Center in Marine on St. Croix, MN

Dec 09, 2019 9:00am MST - 12:00pm MST
Virtual ANCA CONNECTS

The ANCA Minnesota Region will meet at the Warner Nature Center in Marine on St. Croix, MN, on December 9. Topics will include the Minnesota Salary Survey and planning 2020 Meeting Topics. The group will also hike at WNC, the last chance to do so before the nature center closes at the end of...

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NAI National Conference in Denver, CO

Nov 12, 2019 - Nov 16, 2019
ANCA Partner Events

 

The National Association for Interpretation will host its National Conference November 12-16 in Denver, Colorado. Plan to join colleagues from throughout the United States, Canada, and around the globe in Denver, and climb to new heights in discussing ways to ensure that interpretive programs...

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Process of Interpretive Planning Workshop — Hickory Corners, MI

Oct 28, 2019 - Nov 01, 2019
ANCA Partner Events

This 5-day workshop at the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station in Hickory Corners, Michigan builds upon your experience and knowledge of interpretation to create an understanding of a basic, comprehensive, interpretive planning process. It's a great way to train to become an interpretive planner and to...

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NAAEE 48th Annual Environmental Education Conference — Lexington, KY

Oct 15, 2019 - Oct 19, 2019
ANCA Partner Events

The North American Association for Environmental Education’s 16th Research Symposium and 48th Annual Conference will convene over 1,000 formal and nonformal environmental education professionals under the theme of “Educating for a Just and Sustainable Future.” Keynotes, concurrent sessions,...

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ANCA Michigan Regional Meeting — Dryden, MI

Oct 11, 2019 10:00am MDT - 4:00pm MDT
Virtual ANCA CONNECTS

Seven Ponds Nature Center in Dryden, MI will host an ANCA regional meeting on Friday, October 11. Discussions and activities will include:

  • Keynote on Seven Ponds Field Tours
  • Naturalist-Led Trail Walk
  • Naturalist-Led Canoe Trip (limited space)
  • Facility and Behind the Scenes Tours
  • Nature Centers &
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E3 Ellensburg 2019: Integrating Environment, Equity & Economy in Education — Ellensburg, WA

Oct 05, 2019 - Oct 06, 2019
ANCA Partner Events

E3 Washington and KEEN (Kittitas Environmental Education Network) are holding the first Washington State Environment and Sustainability Education Community Conference in over seven years; the conference will feature 34 sessions on environmental and sustainability education, October 5-6 at Lazy F Ranch in...

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ANCA Minnesota Region Meeting: Titles, Salaries, Staffing Structure, and Job Descriptions

Sep 05, 2019 9:00am MDT - 2:00pm MDT
ANCA Events

Join a gathering of ANCA-MN participants at Gale Woods Farm in Minnetrista, MN, to debrief and share resources from the ANCA Summit, share upcoming events/projects, and participate in a facilitated discussion around Titles, Salaries, Staffing Structure, and Job Descriptions. This will be an...

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ANCA Evolve Summit

Aug 20, 2019 - Aug 24, 2019
ANCA Events

The ANCA Summit provides the unique experience of connecting with other nature and environmental learning center administrators. There is no better way to discuss and share your questions, challenges, and lessons learned than face-to-face with your peers.

What can you expect?

  • You will connect with
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Urban Ecology Institute's Intensive

Jul 22, 2019 - Jul 26, 2019
ANCA Partner Events

ANCA Member, The Urban Ecology Center® (UEC), is hosting its second training Intensive for civic and community leaders from cities around the world this summer from July 22 – 26. Attendees are coming to learn about the unique urban environmental education and community center model that the UEC...

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American Horticultural Society's 27th Annual National Children's & Youth Garden Symposium.

Jul 10, 2019 - Jul 13, 2019
ANCA Events

Join us this summer for the American Horticultural Society's 27th annual National Children & Youth Garden Symposium (NCYGS), taking place in Madison, Wisconsin, July 10-13. At this professional development event, we are "cultivating tomorrow's gardeners by energizing, inspiring and training...

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Urban Ecology Center's Institute Focus Workshop: Community Engaged Habitat Restoration

Jun 27, 2019 8:30am MDT - Jun 28, 2019 5:00pm MDT
ANCA Member Events

ANCA Member, The Urban Ecology Center, is a nationally acclaimed non-profit based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with 25+ years of experience using urban environmental education as a tool for urban renewal. 

Two-day workshops are a deep-dive into specific topics that are a pivotal part of the UEC’s...

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2019 Audubon Convention

Jun 26, 2019 8:00am MDT - Jun 28, 2019 5:00pm MDT
ANCA Partner Events

Join Audubon in Milwaukee for Audubon’s biennial convention designed to bring together Audubon’s vast network of dedicated chapter, state, center, national, and international leaders from across all four flyways. This can’t-miss event will feature an array of inspiring speakers, in-depth workshops...

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Urban Ecology Center's Institute Focus Workshop: Community Science – Supporting Urban Collaborative Spaces

Jun 24, 2019 8:30am MDT - Jun 25, 2019 5:00pm MDT
ANCA Member Events

ANCA Member, The Urban Ecology Center, is a nationally acclaimed non-profit based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with 25+ years of experience using urban environmental education as a tool for urban renewal. 

Two-day workshops are a deep-dive into specific topics that are a pivotal part of the UEC’s...

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Early Bird Pricing for the 2019 ANCA Evolve Summit Ends!

Jun 23, 2019 11:30pm MDT - Jun 24, 2019 12:00am MDT
ANCA Events

Join us August 20-24, 2019 in Milford, Ohio at the Cincinnati Nature Center for the 2019 ANCA Evolve Summit!

All lunches and dinners, Tuesday dinner through Friday dinner, are included with Full Package Summit registration. If you register for the 2-Day Rate, dinner the night before your first day...

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ANCA Evolve Summit Scholarship Application Deadline

Jun 03, 2019 11:30pm MDT - Jun 04, 2019 12:00am MDT
ANCA Events

ANCA provides scholarship funding based on financial need. Priority is given to applicants with small budgets and to first-time attendees. Please call Jen Levy at 435-787-8209 with any questions. 

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ANCA Michigan Region "Our Common Ground"

May 30, 2019 10:00am MDT - 3:30pm MDT
ANCA Events

This is the 2nd annual meeting for Our Common Ground, a gathering that brings together nature centers, land conservancies, parks, state departments, and anyone interested in creating and supporting a lasting conservation legacy. Pierce Cedar Creek Institute 701 W. Cloverdale Road Hastings, MI...

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ANCA Minnesota Region Meeting: Outreach Programming

May 20, 2019 8:00am MDT - 5:00pm MDT
Virtual ANCA CONNECTS

Join the gathering of ANCA-MN participants at Harriet Alexander Nature Center in Roseville, MN, to learn about ANCA, share upcoming events/projects, and participate in a facilitated discussion around Outreach Programming. Harriet Alexander Nature Center, 2520 Dale St N, Roseville, MN 55113 

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The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies’ 3rd Wildlife Viewing and Nature Tourism Training Academy Presentation Topic Proposal Deadline

Apr 26, 2019 11:30pm MDT - Apr 27, 2019 12:00am MDT
ANCA Partner Events

The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies’ 3rd Wildlife Viewing and Nature Tourism Training Academy is going to be held February 17 - 21, 2020 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. This is an international event with people coming from all over the U.S. and Canada. The focus for this conference is...

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Deadline for Proposal Submission- North Cascades Institute Mountain School Curriculum Consultant

Apr 23, 2019 4:00pm MDT - 4:00pm MDT
ANCA Member Events

ANNOUNCEMENT

North Cascades Institute seeks proposals from interested individuals or teams to support the redesign process of our Mountain School curriculum. The outcome of the project will be an updated curriculum framework for the Institute's flagship program, which serves 2,700 students...

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ANCA New England Region Meeting

Apr 12, 2019 9:00am MDT - 4:00pm MDT
Virtual ANCA CONNECTS

Save the date for the 2019 New England Region Meeting at Sharon Audubon Center in Sharon, CT. Topic:

Building Community Engagement through Nature Centers, Erin Kelly, Boston Nature Center

Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center (BNC) is a unique wildlife sanctuary located in the heart of the city. In the...

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Urban Ecology Center Institute's Focus Workshop: From Transactional to Transformation - For Fundraisers

Apr 08, 2019 8:30am MDT - Apr 09, 2019 5:00pm MDT
ANCA Member Events

Join ANCA Member, the Urban Ecology Center's Development Team to:

  • Learn about the Urban Ecology Center’s unique way of fundraising
  • Vision an engaging donor stewardship and communication plan
  • Develop effective tools and resources for successful fundraising campaigns
  • Build strong relationships with
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Deadline for ANCA Leadership Award Nomination

Apr 01, 2019 8:00am MDT - 11:30pm MDT
ANCA Events

Do you know someone who has demonstrated best practices in leading a nature or environmental learning center? Have you been mentored by a fellow nature center administrator or know of a new leader who is doing an exceptional job? Recognize this person by nominating them for an ANCA Leadership...

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Deadline to Apply for ANCA Peer Consult Financial Aid

Mar 15, 2019 8:00am MDT - 11:30pm MDT
ANCA Events

A Peer Consult from the Association of Nature Center Administrators (ANCA) is your chance to get insightful advice and proven problem-solving for your nature or environmental learning center, delivered by professionals who know the business — because they’re in it, too! Peer Consult teams are...

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National Association for Interpretation Region 2 Spring Workshop: Interpretation in Urban Parks

Mar 12, 2019 8:30am MDT - 3:30pm MDT
ANCA Partner Events

Join the National Association for Interpretation's (NAI) Region 2 to discuss Interpretation in Urban Parks at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum. Choose from 4 sessions focusing on 8 different topics! The workshop will also include a session with the host site and a panel discussion. See...

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Nature-Based Preschool Business Planning Workshop

Mar 07, 2019 - Mar 09, 2019
ANCA Partner Events

When: March 7-9, 2019 (Thu, 6pm-8pm; Fri & Sat, 9am-4pm) 

Where: Held at Chippewa Nature Center, Midland, MI

Facilitated by: Rachel Larimore & David Catlin of Samara Early Learning LLC 

Registration: Early bird registration (through January 31) is $395; Regular registration is $485. Registration will be limited...

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ANCA Minnesota Region Winter Meeting

Feb 22, 2019 8:30am MST - 12:00pm MST
ANCA Events

Join the ANCA Minnesota Region at the Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd, White Bear Township, MN 55110! The topic will be early childhood and 2019 planning. 

Find out more about the Minnesota Region here

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Michigan Nature Center Summit

Feb 15, 2019
ANCA Partner Events

Attend the ANCA endorsed Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Nature Center Summit on Friday, Feb. 15, 2019 at the Ralph A. MacMullen Conference Center in Roscommon. This is a day-long workshop is for the Department's partners to learn, ask questions and discuss Michigan’s changing natural...

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Texas ANCA Region Meeting

Feb 07, 2019 - Feb 08, 2019
Virtual ANCA CONNECTS

During the evening of Feb. 7th and all day Feb. 8th, 2019, at the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center in San Antonio, TX, the Texas Region will focus on the topic: "Nature Centers of the Future: What Role will we Play?". See the agenda here. Register here! Also, don't forget to share your success...

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Deadline to Apply for BEETLES

Jan 28, 2019 8:00am MST - 11:30pm MST
ANCA Partner Events

Apply before January, 28 for the August 2019 BEETLES Leadership Institute! This next Institute will take place from August 11th-16th, 2019, in Northern California. The Institute is open to all outdoor environmental education programs that use science as a lens for looking at nature. The Institute is...

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