​Our Goals: 
  • Promote public awareness of the value of outdoor and environmental education and interpretation.
  • Foster a lifelong appreciation and sense of stewardship for the environment.
  • Assist classroom teachers and youth leaders in using the outdoors to enrich their curricula and programs.
  • Support members in expanding their knowledge and skills in using the environment for responsible educational purposes.
  • Act as a unified voice supporting the fields of environmental education, outdoor education, interpretation, and outdoor recreation.

Become a Member
As a member you become part of the committed group of educators and supporters who help strengthen outdoor education, and sustain the programs we offer. If cost is a barrier to joining, please reach out and let us know. 

Individual Membership

Join a network of passionate individuals committed to environmental education.

​Level includes: individuals, families, students, retirees

Affiliate Membership

 Join a community of devoted professionals working to create and sustain a more equitable future for all.
Level includes: non-profit organizations, for-profit corporations 

Institutional Membership

Join a supported group of leaders who foster professional leadership in the environmental field.  
Level includes: government institutions, universities & schools, libraries
Membership Benefits
  • Reduced conference registration fees to our annual conference, winter weekend, and other events. ​
  • Electronic subscription to our quarterly publication PATHWAYS. *
  • Access to regional events and networking opportunities sponsored by each of our five geographical regions in the state.
  • Awards - recognize individuals and organizations that contribute to outdoor and environmental education. 
  • Scholarships to attend NYSOEA events.
  • Consulting services (professional development, advisement on various projects; lesson plans, technology, writing, resume help).
  • Vote in the annual election of NYSOEA board members. Can also serve on the Board. ​
  • If you would like to receive paper copies of Pathways by mail, please consider donating to NYSOEA to offset all or part of the cost via our donation page. The cost to print and mail the magazine is $7.50 per issue or $30 per year.  Please email nysoea@gmail.com to be added to the mailing list.
Affiliate Benefits 
All Individual membership level benefits plus... 
  • Print copy of PATHWAYS newsletter.
  • Opportunity for Affiliate Spotlight in PATHWAYS.
  • Electronic subscription to Green Teacher e-portal with access to articles, lessons, activities and webinars.
  • Funding to offer campership scholarships to local youth in your region (up to $350). 
  • Reduced conference registration fees for up to 10 delegates in your organization (staff members, volunteers and interns). 
  • Free trial membership (six months) for any student volunteers or student interns helping your organization (up to three people). 
  • Partner with regional board members at workshops and events. 
  • Your job postings promoted on NYSOEA's social media platforms. 
  • Events listed on our website calendar.
Institutional Benefits​
​All individual membership level benefits plus...
  • Print copy of  PATHWAYS newsletter.
  • Opportunity for Affiliate Spotlight in PATHWAYS.
  • Electronic subscription to Green Teacher e-portal with access to articles, lessons, activities and webinars.
  • Reduced conference  registration fees for up to 5 delegates in your organization (staff members, volunteers and interns). 
  • Free trial membership (six months) for any student volunteers or student interns helping your organization (up to three people).
Membership Level
Annual
2 - Year Option
Individual: Full benefits for one person. 
$45
$76
Family: Full benefits for up to two adults.
$60
$102
​Student: Full benefits at reduced price for full-time student.
$10
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​Retiree: Full benefits at reduced fee for one retired individual.
$35
$59
​Affiliate: Full organizational benefits, may not hold office.
$75
$127
Institutional: Full benefits plus, may not hold office.
$65
$110
Corporate: Full organizational benefits, Plus your logo in our conference booklet, may not hold office.
$225
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