Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education

05/01/2026

AmeriCorps member, Louisa, serving with the eeCorps at CSU Spur, doesn't need any scientific tools to see the bigger picture...

🔬 Students getting curious about what they can discover with microscopes is the whole point.

➡️ Read Louisa's full story on: caee.org/MemberStories!

Want to make your voice heard today? Urge leaders in Washington and around the country to expand national service, a vital resource for strengthening communities and the nation.
➡️ Learn more: voicesforservice.org/

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04/30/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Early Bird Registration is officially open - with 2️⃣0️⃣% savings!

We’re inviting you to ground yourself in our Common Roots at the 2026 Advancing Environmental Education Conference!

By securing your spot today, you’re not just getting a discount, you’re ensuring your place in a vital conversation about empathy, neurodiversity, and the future of our shared landscapes.

🔗 Register: caee.org/conference
📅 Conference Dates: September 17 & 18
📍 Location: CSU Spur - Denver

‼️ Don’t Forget! Organizations with active memberships receive a code for 1 Free Registration to the Conference. So be sure to renew or sign-up for an organizational membership today!

04/29/2026

We have THREE AmeriCorps Members serving with the eeCorps that are completing their service term this week!

Join me and sending a BIG THANK YOU to:

🦕 Sarah B., serving at Dinosaur Ridge
🦉 Therese, serving at Bird Conservancy of the Rockies
🍅 Hailey, serving at The School Food Project

➡️Read everyone's stories on: caee.org/MemberStories!

Want to make your voice heard today? Urge leaders in Washington and around the country to expand national service, a vital resource for strengthening communities and the nation.
➡️Learn more: voicesforservice.org/

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04/28/2026

It takes a village to get our kids outside—and that village is made of people like YOU.

One of the most powerful ways to support the hashtag movement is by becoming an organizational or individual member of CAEE. When you join, you’re not just signing up for a list; you’re joining a collective of educators, community leaders, resource charging hubs who are dedicated to the 5 Big Benefits of nature.

Why join?
🌱 Connection: Join a local circle of like-minded champions.
📚 Resources: Get direct access to tools that make outdoor learning easier.
🦉 Impact: Support the work that makes outdoor learning possible for every child.

Nature is our shared classroom, and we are its guides. Let’s come together and grow this movement. Membership Awaits: caee.org/membership

04/24/2026

Caitlin, AmeriCorps member serving with the eeCorps at The Nature Connection, witnessed how nature, friendship, and laughter can change hard situation for the better!

➡️Read Caitlin's full story on: caee.org/MemberStories!

Want to make your voice heard today? Urge leaders in Washington and around the country to expand national service, a vital resource for strengthening communities and the nation.
➡️Learn more: voicesforservice.org/

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04/23/2026

I just a couple of weeks we will be moderating a panel at Denver’s very first Hike Expo!

Join us for: Curious & Confident: Simple Ways to Spark Outdoor Learning on the Trail

Our panel of outdoor educators and family hiking experts will share:
🌿 Easy activities—from curiosity prompts to sensory challenges
🌿 Ways to recognize and lean into teachable moments outdoors
🌿 Strategies to help kids build confidence, ask questions, and explore safely
🌿 Inspiration for creating your own “hiking curiosity kit”
Come ready to participate, gather new ideas, and leave inspired to make your next hike both fun and meaningful.

If you’re attending the Expo, we’d love to see you there!

🥾 Hike Expo Colorado 2026 | May 15-16 | Ga***rd Rockies, Denver ✨ FREE ADMISSION ✨ B2B Day + Public Expo | 100+ Exhibitors | Expert Sessions The future of hiking starts here.

04/23/2026

Check out this great article, celebrating one of CAEE's Enos Mills Award recipients, Dan Parker!

Featured by Holly Creek Life Plan Community, Dan’s story is a powerful reminder that a life rooted in stewardship can shape communities, inspire generations, and deepen our collective connection to the natural world.

Read more about his inspiring story: https://hollycreekcommunity.com/blog/a-life-rooted-in-stewardship-honoring-holly-creek-resident-dan-parker/

Holly Creek resident Dan Parker's lifelong commitment to environmental education and conservation has helped shape a more sustainable future.

04/22/2026

Emily G., AmeriCorps member serving with the eeCorps at Outdoor Lab Foundation, is getting batty! 🦇

Not many folks get the chance to observe a bat up close to see their wings are flapping, webbed, hands and fingers.

Thanks to educational and fun programs like this, students will feel curious and knowledgeable about a group of animals that many people are frightened by!

➡️ Read Emily G.'s full story on: caee.org/MemberStories!

Want to make your voice heard today? Urge leaders in Washington and around the country to expand national service, a vital resource for strengthening communities and the nation.
➡️ Learn more: voicesforservice.org/

Serve Colorado

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day to the educators, students, and community leaders who make environmental literacy a priority every single day.

We know that protecting our Colorado landscapes starts with understanding and loving them. We are so proud to support the roots of this movement, YOU, the people who inspire the next generation of leaders to care for our mountains, our rivers, and our communities.

✨Today, we celebrate the work you do to keep our state vibrant, educated, and connected to the natural world.

If you are looking to take action or gain resources, visit earthday.org.
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04/21/2026

It's Outside for 5 Week & Environmental Education Week!

As an educator, YOU inspire, YOU innovate, and YOU make a difference every single day! This week you can make a difference by getting YOUR students in nature! Learning that takes place in outdoor settings fosters systems thinking, encourages students to become change-makers and choice-makers, and become adaptive in their thinking. It's good for students and good for the environment!

YOUR good work is recognized state wide. Check out the proclamation signed by our very own Governor Jared Polis.

Let’s celebrate together by going ! Sign-on to show your support at: www.outsidefor5.com.

04/19/2026

A thriving ecosystem doesn’t just happen—it’s built by the dedication of those who show up, day after day, to nurture it. 🌿 This Volunteer Appreciation Week, we are overflowing with gratitude for the roots of CAEE.

From the visionary leadership of our Board Members and Regional Council leaders to the meticulous work of our Certification Reviewers and Awards Committee, your expertise shapes the future of environmental education in Colorado. 🏔️

A huge shoutout to our Conference Committee for building the spaces where we connect, and to our Admin and behind-the-scenes heroes who keep the gears turning smoothly. Whether you've sat on a committee, reviewed a portfolio, or lent a hand at an event—you are the heartwood of this organization. 👏

Thank you for giving your time, your energy, and your heart to CAEE. We couldn't do this without you!

04/17/2026

Karli, AmeriCorps member serving with the eeCorps at Denver Audubon, shares a story of when she was able to slow down and meet her community where they were at!

"In a world that moves fast, birds invite us to slow down, look up, and reconnect—with nature and with each other." - Karli

Read Karli's full story on: caee.org/MemberStories!

Want to make your voice heard today? Urge leaders in Washington and around the country to expand national service, a vital resource for strengthening communities and the nation.
🔗 Learn more: voicesforservice.org/

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