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The AREA 2026 National Conference

The Aquatic Resource Education Association (AREA) is headed to the stunning shores of Lake Las Vegas, and you need to be there. As the only national nonprofit dedicated exclusively to the professional development of aquatic education staff, AREA is the ultimate hub where state, federal, and NGO peers bridge the gap between passion and profession.

What is AREA?

We aren't just an association; we are a powerhouse of collective expertise. AREA is the primary engine for:

  • National Leadership: Driving the conversation on R3 (Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation) strategies.

  • Inclusive Networking: Uniting state, federal, industry, and academic professionals under one roof.

  • Collaborative Problem Solving: Providing a forum to tackle regional challenges with national brilliance.


Why You Can’t Miss This

This isn’t just another meeting—it’s a career-defining training opportunity for you and your team.

  • Master the Future: Gain insights into "Today, Tomorrow, and Beyond" from the field’s most respected experts.

  • The Power of Peers: Swap "fish stories" and practical solutions with colleagues who truly understand your daily challenges.

  • Take the Stage: Don’t just listen—lead! Submit a presentation proposal and share your organization’s wins with a national audience.

  • The "Desert Oasis" Experience: Explore Lake Las Vegas, a world-class example of ecosystem design. Learn hands-on strategies for teaching sustainability and habitat stewardship in a unique, human-influenced aquatic system.

The Bottom Line: You’ll leave Lake Las Vegas with more than just business cards. You’ll head home with the inspiration, enthusiasm, and technical knowledge needed to elevate your programming to the next level.



The Aquatic Resource Education Association (AREA) is hosting its national conference at Lake Las Vegas. This is the must-attend event for aquatic educators to network, learn cutting-edge R3 strategies, and explore innovative water management in an arid landscape. Join a community of federal, state, and private-sector pros to solve the field's biggest challenges and return home energized for the future of fisheries and water education.

Are you ready to make a splash? We’ll see you at the lake!




Abbey Czarnecki
President
Aquatic Resources Education Association
Abbeyc@ndow.org
(702) 668-3554





About us

The Aquatic Resources Education Association (AREA) was established in response to a growing national need for a cohesive voice and a more fluid, organized approach to regional, state, and local aquatic concerns. Members participate in a national effort toward education, conservation, legislation, science, research, and similar functions related to aquatics and aquatic programs. Members have direct access to national, regional, and local levels of support and expertise. 

AREA members participate in a national effort toward angler and aquatic education, angler R3, outreach, resource conservation, research, program evaluation, and similar functions related to aquatic education and angler R3 programs. AREA members can participate in the national biennial conference and regional meetings / updates.

Become a member

By joining AREA, you have direct access to national, regional, and local levels of support and expertise. You will have opportunities to participate in conferences and seminars and enjoy daily dialogue with aquatic scientists and leaders from all walks of life.  AREA members share professional experience; and members are able to get in on the ground floor of innovations in aquatic and angler education and angler R3.
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