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Alabama

Alabama Learning Exchange offers K-12 teachers lesson plans, web resources, courses of study and a "Teacher Zone" with information on professional development, grant and research opportunities. This site is sponsored by the Alabama Department of Education.

Alabama Forestry Association offers teacher and student resources on tree planting and identification, sustainable forestry and education programs including Teacher Conservation Workshops, Project Learning Tree and Forests Forever.

The Environmental Education Association of Alabama (EEAA) offers information on education training workshops, environmental awards and resources, financial grants and thematic teaching trunks to help incorporate environmental topics into curricula.

Arkansas

The Arkansas Environmental Education Association (AEEA) has information on environmental education resources in Arkansas including programs, speakers and field trip ideas.

The Arkansas Forestry Association offers information on programs for students, teachers including Project Learning Tree, classroom forestry education, training/teacher workshops and off-site presentations and field trips.

Arkansas Forestry Commission provides information about Arkansas' forests for students and teachers. This site also offers information and schedules for Project Learning Tree, Project Wet, Project Wild and Project Leopold workshops for teachers and other educators.

Georgia

Environmental Education in Georgia is a clearinghouse for environmental education (EE) programs in Georgia. This site offers information and resources for teachers including environmental education certification, lesson plans and EE programs including Project Learning Tree, Project Wet and Project Wild.

Georgia Forestry Association provides learning opportunities in forestry education across the state. Find information here on the Georgia Forests Forever mobile classroom, Project Learning Tree workshops and activities and the Georgia Forestry Foundation.

The Georgia Forestry Commission offers information on state education forest workshops and forestry demonstrations, Arbor Day, the Georgia Envirothon and field trip opportunities.

University of Georgia, Athens - Warnell School of Forest Resources offers educational materials including publications and power point presentations for teachers and students in the Public Service and Outreach pages.

Louisiana

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry offers information on Project Learning Tree, the award-winning environmental education program designed for teachers and other educators working with students in pre-K through grade 12.

Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality offers teacher and student resources and lesson plans on environmental issues including air quality, water quality and solid waste and recycling.

The Louisiana Environmental Resource Directory offers information on state environmental education programs and resources.

Mississippi

The Mississippi Forestry Association (MFA) offers information on Teacher Conservation Workshops and Project Learning Tree.

The Mississippi State University Extension Service (MSU Cares) provides information on 4-H Forestry programs and The Wood Magic Science Fair.

Oklahoma

The Oklahoma Association for Environmental Education (OKAEE) has information on environmental education programs and activities including Project Learning Tree, Arbor Day, Free Trees for Schools Programs, Project WILD, and C.L.E.A.R. Also offers information on grant and professional development opportunities.

Oklahoma Consortium for Environmental Literacy (OKCEL) promotes environmental literacy through the cooperative actions of the Environmental Education (EE) community in Oklahoma. Find information here on EE Resources, Connections and Community Outreach throughout the state.

The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality has links to resources and education programs including air quality, water quality and information on recycling, grants.

Oregon

The Environmental Education Association of Oregon (EEAO) offers information and resources on program providers, curricula, teacher training, conferences for students and ideas for student field trips and tours in Oregon.

The Forest Learning Center at Mt. St. Helens is designed with educators in mind. Located on Hwy 504 at the North Fork Ridge viewpoint, the center offers hosted tours for students of all ages, elk viewing areas, interactive exhibits and a comprehensive set of materials to help educate future generations about reforestation practices.

The Oregon Forest Resources Institute (OFRI) was created by the Oregon Legislature in 1991 to improve public understanding of the state's forest resources. Find facts and information here on forestry in Oregon including publications on forestry topics and issues, woods tours, education programs for teachers and students, teacher development opportunities, and classroom and field opportunities for students.

Oregon State University College of Forestry - Oregon Forestry Education Program (OFEP) offers Project Learning Tree workshops, the Oregon Forest Institute for Teachers (OFIT), and other professional development opportunities for teachers and educators.

Wolftree offers field based, experiential outdoor learning opportunities for students and teachers in Oregon and Washington schools.

The Oregon Teacher on Summer Assignment Program (OR-TOSA) is a paid, 6-week summer professional development opportunity designed to provide Oregon teachers with first hand knowledge of environmental issues and to improve content and understanding around the environment.

North Carolina

The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Office of Environmental Education – EE Clearinghouse offers educator resources including professional development, workshops, environmental lessons and activities, materials and publications, grants and environmental education certification.

North Carolina Cooperative Extension Forestry provides technical assistance, workshops, field tours, and research-based publications that enable North Carolinians to make informed decisions concerning the management, enhancement, and enjoyment of their forest resources.

North Carolina Forestry Association (NCFA) administers a variety of educational programs for forestry professionals, the general public and educators that promote responsible use and management of state forest resources. Find information here on the annual Sustainable Forestry Teachers Tour, Project Learning Tree workshops and a variety of teaching and educational materials.

The Teacher on Summer Assignment Program (TOSA) is a paid, 6-week summer professional development opportunity offered by the Weyerhaeuser Company designed to provide North Carolina teachers with first hand knowledge of environmental issues and improve content and understanding around the environment.

South Carolina

The Coalition for Natural Resource Education develops and implements natural resource education programs that provide opportunities for South Carolina youth to form a commitment towards the wise and sustainable use of natural resources. Find information on teacher workshops, summer graduate courses, lesson plans and various supplementary curriculums correlated with the SC Science Standards by grade level including Action for a Cleaner Tomorrow, Teaching KATE, Project Learning Tree, Project Aquatic WILD, Project WET and Project WILD.

South Carolina Forestry Commission provides information on educational workshops and programs, resource materials, speakers and classroom programs.

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) has information on Environmental Education programs including Project Wet, Project Wild and Envirothon.

The South Carolina Forestry Association offers information on education programs and resources including Project Learning Tree, the South Carolina Teachers Tour and Wood Magic Forest Fair.

Tennessee

Tennessee Environmental Education Association (TEEA) is dedicated to promoting environmental education (EE) throughout Tennessee. TEEA assists in the development and coordination of EE programs and activities, and lends support to institutions, organizations and agencies in matters that pertain to EE. Find information here on EE activities, teacher awards and mini-grants.

The Tennessee Forestry Association (TFA) conducts public relations, government affairs, communications and education programs that will promote a better understanding and appreciation of the forests of Tennessee. Find information here on Teacher Conservation Workshops, Project Learning Tree and Arbor Day activities.

Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) is an international, interdisciplinary, water science and educational program for formal and non-formal educators. Find information here on Project WET workshops and activities in Tennessee.

Tennessee Department of Agriculture offers student resources including forest facts, tree identification, the history of forests in Tennessee, forest management and conservation issues.

Washington

The Environmental Education Association of Washington (EEAW) offers information on learning centers and environmental education organizations in Washington.

The Forest Learning Center at Mount St. Helens is designed with educators in mind. Located on Hwy 504 at the North Fork Ridge viewpoint, the center offers hosted tours for students of all ages, elk viewing areas, interactive exhibits and a comprehensive set of materials to help educate future generations about reforestation practices.

Pacific Education Institute (PEI) was founded to help teachers provide their students with the tools needed to become socially and scientifically literate citizens, adept at decision making and engaged in a lifetime of discovery. PEI supports teachers working to incorporate environmental education into their curricula and offers a network of professionals, proven curricula and professional growth experiences to assist with this process.

The Teacher on Summer Assignment Program (TOSA) is a paid, 6-week summer professional development opportunity designed to provide Washington teachers with first hand knowledge of environmental issues and improve content and understanding around the environment.

The Washington Forest Protection Association (WFPA) offers environmental education programs for Washington teachers including Teacher on Summer Assignment, Forests of Washington, Project Learning Tree and Environmental Study Sites.

Last updated May 27, 2008.