Nebraska Environmental Education Conference 2026

Rising Together: Building Belonging through Art, Ecology & Stories of Place

February 6 & 7, 2026 | Kearney, NE

University of Nebraska at Kearney: Regional Engagement Center & Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary

By weaving together art, ecology, and storytelling, this year’s conference theme aims to elevate environmental education as an essential tool that can inspire a deeper sense of ecological belonging for all Nebraskans. Connect with fellow educators, artists, resource professionals, and storytellers as we discover new ways to engage our communities, inspire curiosity and a sense of belonging in our students, and foster meaningful connections to the natural places we call home. Through hands-on workshops, inspiring sessions, and shared experiences, you’ll leave feeling energized, connected, empowered, and ready to rise together in the work of environmental education.

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This conference is being planned by the Nebraska Alliance for Conservation and Environmental Education (NACEE) - a state affiliate network of the North American Association for Environmental Education.

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​​​​Registration for the 2026 Nebraska Environmental Education Conference is now Closed. 

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​We look forward to see YOU in Kearney!

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View the Full Conference Program & Schedule

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Keynote Speakers, Featured Presenter & Workshop Information

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Please stay tuned for more information about the conference registration, scholarships, volunteer opportunities, lodging, and much more. Stay up to date with the most accurate conference information through this registration page or the conference Facebook Event. 

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For general questions about the conference, please contact conference@nacee.org. 

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Not a member of NACEE, yet? Click the link below to join now for a discounted conference registration!​​​​