WELCOME TO AREA

MISSION
The mission of AREA is 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 direct response to a growing national need for a cohesive voice and a more fluid organized approach to the matters of regional, state, and local levels of aquatic concerns.  The incorporation in 1994 of AREA launched an unprecedented national effort to join the forces of all levels of experts, scientists, technicians, aquatic professionals, and organizations dedicated to aquatics, toward responsible, viable aquatic management.

AREA members participate in a national effort toward education, conservation, legislation, cooperation, science, research, information dissemination, restoration, evaluation, management, recognition, and similar functions related to aquatics and aquatic programs. 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; share a positive reputation with legislators and local groups alike; and members are able to get in on the ground floor of legislation, current developments, technical and research projects, and access vast amounts of information.

Member Categories

Regular ($25) Membership for Aquatic Education and Angler Education coordinators of state, federal and local agencies, or any individual whose professional activities embrace aquatic resource education and the purposes of the Association.

Retiree ($10) Membership for individuals retired from their career or formal association with Aquatic Resources Education but who wish to participate in communication and conference activities of the AREA.

Student ($10) Membership for university level students with an interest in Aquatic Resources Education who wish to participate in communication and conference activities of the AREA.

Organization ($100) Membership for up to 5 individuals in an agency, department or organization which provides Aquatic Resource and/or Angler education programs and activities.

AREA Sponsor ($100) Membership for organizations or firms such as tackle manufacturers, trade organizations, industry representatives, outdoor publishers, and similar, which provide support to AREA and its programs and activities. (Representatives of these sponsors may also be regular members of the organization upon registration and payment of dues. Conference Sponsors will refer to the AREA biennial conference site for details on AREA conference exhibit space and conference registration.)

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