2026 EENC Conference
Emerald Pathways: From Triangle Roots to Carolina Horizons
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EENC's 2026 conference will be at NC State’s McKimmon Conference & Training Center in Raleigh, NC! This year’s conference will be held from Friday, September 11, to Saturday, September 12, 2026. Plan ahead for pre-conference workshops, field trips, and more on Thursday, September 10.
Attention Exhibitors! Would you like to showcase your organization or program? You can set up a table during the conference to share information about what you do. Organizational Members with a Platinum, Titanium, or Diamond level membership get to the table for free! Review our Sponsor Packet for more information.
Lodging: Raleigh area lodging accommodations for the conference will be shared later this spring.
Schedule: The 2026 schedule is not yet available. You don't want to miss these amazing sessions!
Conference Apparel: Coming Soon!
Scholarships: Coming Soon!
Online Auction: The 2026 auction proceeds will be earmarked for supporting EENC's programs, including scholarships, curriculum updates, and more. This funding makes professional learning as accessible as possible for our EE community!
2026 Keynotes Coming Soon
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Pre-Conference Field Trips & Workshop
EENC Book ClubThu, Jan 01Online Course
NAAEE Guidelines for Excellence Workshop: Environmental Educator Knowledge and Skills, Thursday PM SectionMembership OfferMon, Jan 19Workshop
NAAEE Guidelines for Excellence Workshop: K-12 Environmental Education, Thursday PM SectionMembership OfferMon, Feb 02Workshop
2026 Conference Sponsors
Champion
Guardian
Advocate
Supporter
Interested in sponsoring the EENC conference? Explore our Sponsor Packet.
Theme
Emerald Pathways: From Triangle Roots to Carolina Horizons
Strands
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About The Location:
The McKimmon Conference and Training Center at NC State University is a premier facility dedicated to hosting a wide range of educational events, from conferences and workshops to training sessions and seminars. With our versatile spaces and state-of-the-art technology, the center is equipped to cater to both large and small conferences and events, providing an ideal setting for professional development and continuing education.
Additional conference information will be published here as it becomes available. Check back frequently for the latest details!
Estimated Release Dates:
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Request for Session Proposals – April
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Keynote Speaker Announcement – April
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Sponsorship Opportunities – May
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Keynote Speaker Announcement – May
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Award Nominations – Open June 15 and Close July 20
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Pre-Conference Workshops and Field Trips – May
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Early Bird Registration – June 9th (June 2nd for Members)
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General Registration – July
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Schedule – July
