AREA 14th BIENNIAL TRAINING CONFERENCE FOR
AQUATIC EDUCATORS
“Sculpting the Future: Building on 25 years of Aquatic Education” Rapid City, South Dakota
September 25-29, 2022
The Aquatic Resources Education Association (AREA) will host its biennial training conference September 25-29, 2022, at the Outdoor Campus West in Rapid City, SD. Professionals from state, federal, non-governmental, not-for-profit and industry partners who share the goal of promoting angling, boating and stewardship of aquatic resources will be there. The AREA conference is the venue to share information about your organization, initiatives, and products with aquatic/angler education professionals. Most state and many partner aquatic education programs and resources will be represented. AREA members provide angler and aquatic resource education nationwide, reaching hundreds of thousands new anglers and aquatic enthusiasts each year! This is a great opportunity for you to reach a focused demographic, expand your network of contacts, and make face-to-face connections with those who need your products or services. General information is below. Please reach out to me with any questions. Registration is scheduled to open June 1, 2022.
We are dedicated to promoting, through sound educational practices, stewardship and responsible use of aquatic resources, fisheries and habitats to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations.
The Aquatic Resources Education Association (AREA) was established in response to a growing national need for a cohesive voice and a more organized approach to regional, state, and local aquatic education efforts. Incorporated in 1994, AREA launched an unprecedented national effort to join forces of all levels of experts, scientists, technicians, aquatic professionals, and organizations dedicated to aquatic conservation and fishing participation.
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.
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR CONTRIBUTORS:
The conference will feature keynote speakers, educational workshops, hands-on field experiences, an awards banquet and plenty of opportunities for networking! This is an amazing opportunity to get your product or service in front of individuals who recruit and mentor new anglers and teach aquatic conservation. AREA is also a great venue to develop partnerships with programs from across the country.
CONTRIBUTORS / DONORS
cash or product contributions - e.g., product samples, silent auction items, donations toward hospitality suite, and more
listed in electronic conference program guide (If donation received by 9/1/2022; donation value at least $250)
acknowledgement in conference announcements on website
SPONSOR LEVELS
$750 - Event Supporter
$100 discount off full registration
organization acknowledged on conference web page
organizational logo/link on conference web page
$1500 - Event Sponsor
1-day conference registration or $200 discount off full registration
15-second ad on conference website
10-minute update time slot at conference
organizational logo/link on conference web page if provided by 8/1/2022
organizational logo and link on electronic conference program
$3000 - Event Partner
full conference registration for 1 individual
20-minute plenary speaking opportunity in conjunction with meal
30-second video posted on conference website and shared via AREA Facebook
organizational logo and link on web page if provided by 8/1/2022
organizational literature / product included in conference bag if received by 9/15/2022
organizational logo and link on electronic conference program
Field Lab, AREA 12th Biennial Training Conference FWS Conservation Training Center West Virginia
About AREA
We are dedicated to promoting, through sound educational practices, stewardship and responsible use of aquatic resources, fisheries and habitats to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations.
The Aquatic Resources Education Association (AREA) was established in response to a growing national need for a cohesive voice and a more organized approach to regional, state, and local aquatic education efforts. Incorporated in 1994, AREA launched an unprecedented national effort to join forces of all levels of experts, scientists, technicians, aquatic professionals, and organizations dedicated to aquatic conservation and fishing participation.
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.
