Registration is now closed. We are not accepting walk-in registrants for the MEEA Conference. Questions about registering late? Email [email protected]
The Maine Environmental Education Association 2026 Conference is a two-day event to celebrate all the contributions from our community around the topics of environmental education, outdoor learning, Wabanaki studies and community organizing. We welcome anyone who is curious about these topics to attend, especially individuals new to environmental education. At MEEA, we recognize this work can be hard and demanding, so we offer workshops that both celebrate our successes and support one another in our challenges. Learn more about the conference here. Want to support environmental educators in Maine? Sponsor this event!
The workshop schedule is now live!
View the full workshop lineup and sign up for workshops ahead of the event by clicking Schedule at the top of this webpage. You will need to register before you can sign up for workshops. Workshop sign ups will close on Monday, May 4th.
How to sign up for workshops:
- Register for the conference by clicking “Reserve Tickets”. You’ll be prompted to sign up for an account with Sched using your email address. This account will allow you to also sign up for workshops.
- Already registered? Click the Schedule tab, located at the top of the events page.
- On the Event Schedule tab, click the white circle next to each workshop you want to sign up for. You can only sign up for one workshop per time block.
- To view the workshops you’ve selected, click My Schedule at the top of the page.
If you purchased multiple tickets for you and your colleagues/students, you will need to share their tickets with them so that they can sign up for their workshop selections. To do so:
- Click the Schedule tab, located at the top of the events page.
- If you purchased multiple tickets, there is a bar at the top of the page that will say “you have # tickets” — Click Share Ticket
- Assign tickets using the drop down menu, and then add the Guest Names and Guest Emails.
- Press Share Now. Your colleagues will receive an email invitation to create a Sched account. Then, they can sign up for workshops using the steps above.
Registration Fees
The cost per person for MEEA to host this conference is approximately $150. We do not want cost to be a barrier to participation, so we’re offering a range of registration fees determined by financial resources. Please choose the option that best fits your financial situation. If you are able to pay more than $150 (see sponsorship link here), these funds will go towards putting on the event and to ensure accessibility for all. Registration will be capped at 150 participants and includes lunch (vegetarian/vegan and gluten-free options), refreshments, and access to all workshops and speakers.
Thursday May 7th
Sliding scale $0 - $50
Friday May 8th
Sliding scale $0 - $150
How do I choose my conference registration payment amount?
• Choose a lower price if you are an individual not affiliated with an organization and have less financial resources
• Choose a mid range price if you are an individual with financial resources who is not affiliated with an organization
• Choose a higher range price if you are an individual with more financial resources and/or are participating via an organization or school
About the Friday Workshops
We will announce the full workshop schedule at the end of March. After you register, you’ll receive an additional email in April where you’ll able to sign up for workshops online ahead of the conference. Workshops offered on Friday May 8th at the MEEA conference are intended to create opportunities for joy, nature exploration, grow new skills, connect with peers, and care for our community. Categories for workshops include Climate Education, Outdoor Learning, Wabanaki Studies, and Skills for Action.
About the Venue
This year’s event is hosted at a rejuvenating and accessible retreat center along Lake Cobbosseecontee, the Pilgrim Lodge in West Gardiner. The conference will take place in the Main Lodge and the Quitobaquito Dining Hall, as well as outdoor space throughout the campus surrounding these buildings. Learn about accessibility here.
Questions? Email us at [email protected]
