Environmental Talks in Arkansas: What You Need to Know
Hendrix College Hosts 10th Annual Environmental Policy Summit
Date & Time: Feb. 20, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: Worsham Hall, Hendrix College
The tenth‑year Environmental Policy Summit brings together a coalition of local groups—including the Arkansas Climate League and the Sierra Club—to discuss energy policy, grid dynamics, and wind‑power regulations.
Keynote speakers Dr. Carmen Merrick and Dr. Jennifer Penner will present pioneering research on the mental‑health benefits of outdoor time, linking nature to everyday wellbeing.
Attendees range from activists and lawmakers to teachers and subject‑matter experts.
Arkansas Environmental Education Association Outdoor Education Conference
Date & Time: Mar. 6
Location: Fairfield Bay
Theme: Legacy of the Land: 30 Years of Learning, Leading, and Preserving Arkansas
The conference celebrates the Association’s upcoming 30th anniversary.
Designed for educators, outdoor guides, professors, and natural‑resource professionals, the program covers:
- Arkansas Outdoor Education Initiative
- Building partnerships across sectors
- Integrating environmental lessons into school curricula
Participants can earn state‑approved professional development credits.
Both events provide opportunities to learn, network, and shape policy. Whether you’re a student, legislator, or nature enthusiast, these gatherings equip Arkansas with the tools and ideas needed to stay green.
