This fall MAEOE takes the fall conference on the road, and on the boat, to Lake Michigan’s largest island. The history, scenery, flora and fauna on Beaver Island create a unique destination conference. The most significant change from past conferences, due to ferry schedules, is a Friday – Monday schedule. The full conference is three nights and eight meals! Helpful information on schedule, transportation, lodging and fees are on other pages. Here are some dates and deadlines to keep in mind.

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If you have questions, please contact the Conference Committee at conference.maeoe@gmail.com.

To assist in your planning, the MAEOE conference committee has determined the projected conference fees. These are subject to change prior to actual online registration in June. Prices include meals from dinner Friday, September 30 through breakfast, Monday, October 3 (8 meals), plus three nights lodging and registration fees. This is one night and several meals more than recent MAEOE conferences. Your conference fee total will be dependent on your choice of lodging. Please read through the LODGING GUIDE before registering. The fees below are all-inclusive of your conference with the exception of the transportation to and from the island and any field trips that have fees.

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Tier One: Faculty Housing $450

Tier Two: Dorm Units $350

Tier Three: Campground Cabin Units $325

Tier Four: Campground Sites $275

Lodging on your own Option: $200

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These fees are all based on full conference registration at the MAEOE member price.  Registrations fees for nonmembers, students and seniors will appear when registration opens in June. 

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For more information on the lodging options, check out the Lodging Guide. 

The 2022 conference schedule is being built around the main transportation schedule to and from Beaver Island. 

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Ferry Ride : The Emerald Isle is a two-hour boat trip in good weather. The 2022 ferry ticket price is $27.50 one-way for an adult passenger. A typical vehicle is $100 one-way but is not needed unless you wish to bring a vehicle to the island. CMU will provide shuttle vans to and from the boat dock and all
field trips.

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Plane : You can also fly to the island in 15-20 minutes on one of two airlines. Both airlines rates are about $55-$60 one-way to Beaver Island ($110-$120 round trip). CMU shuttles will pick you and deliver you to the airfield. This is an incredibly beautiful flight, less than double the price and one/eighth the travel time.

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Remember: You are responsible for your transportation to and from the conference. CMU will provide shuttle vans to and from boat docks and all field trips.

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For full Transportation Information, check out the Transportation Guide.

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STUDENT & EDUCATOR SCHOLARSHIPS

MAEOE has a limited number of scholarships to assist students and educators in attending the 2022 Annual Conference on Beaver Island. The application deadline is July 10, 2022. 

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In 2022, Student & Educator Scholarship recipients will receive:

-Full conference registration, including all meals and Tier 3 (campground cabin) or Tier 4 (camping) lodging. ($325 value) 
-A one-year Individual MAEOE Membership ($35 value)

-Tickets to the MAEOE Mash and MAEOE Awards Banquet

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Scholarship recipients are responsible for:

-Transportation to and from the island
-Any field trip fees  
-3-5 hours if volunteer assistance
-Attend the full conference September 30 through October 3, 2022
 

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Eligibility:

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Student Scholarship Applicants must be a Michigan college student or graduate student with a major or minor in Outdoor Education, Environmental Education, Recreation Education, Natural Resources, Elementary or Secondary Education, or a related field.

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Educator Scholarship Applicants must be a current classroom educator/teacher OR working as an educator in a non-formal setting such as a nature center, museum, park, camp or similar facility.

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All scholarship applicants must submit a letter of support with their application.

AWARDS

Please take the opportunity to nominate a colleague for an annual award from Michigan’s professional association for environmental and outdoor education.  MAEOE offers seven award categories (listed below) with a deadline of August 1, 2022.  Award recipients will be recognized at MAEOE's annual conference at the CMU Biological Station on Beaver Island (September 30-October 3). 

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You do not need to be a member of MAEOE to nominate or receive awards. 

EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS

Each MAEOE conference offers participants an area where they can network with organizations, universities, agencies and others who exhibit materials and programs. The exhibit fee is $50. A typical exhibit includes a 10 foot booth space with an eight foot table. Once your form is submitted, you will be contacted regarding method of payment.

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Join the many sponsors that support the work of the MAEOE network. Review the sponsorship levels and benefits below. You will be contacted about your preferred method of payment once the form is received and reviewed. If you have any questions please email us at conference.maeoe@gmail.com

Lake Superior Level ($1000)

$1000 sponsorship entitles the sponsor to a half-page ad in conference program, verbal recognition during major conference assemblies, an exhibitor table, logo featured on the conference banner and social media recognition.
 

Lake Michigan Level ($500)

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$500 sponsorship entitles the sponsor to a half-page ad in conference program, an exhibitor table and logo featured on the conference banner.

 

Lake Huron Level ($250)

$250 sponsorship entitles the sponsor to a quarter-page ad or logo in conference program, and an exhibitor table .

Lake Erie Level ($100)

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$100 sponsorship entitles the sponsor to logo in the conference program.

SCHEDULE (TENTATIVE)

Friday, September 30, 2022

11:30 a.m. Ferry departs Charlevoix

2:00 p.m. Ferry arrives Beaver Island dock

2:30 p.m. Shuttles begin taking passengers/luggage to CMU Biological Station

2:45 p.m. Check-in, register, get settled, explore CMU campus on your own

5:30 p.m. Appetizers in Dining Hall

6:30 p.m. Welcome to Beaver Island, Auditorium

7:30 p.m. MAEOE MASH

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Saturday, October 1, 2022

7:30 a.m. Breakfast

8:30 a.m. Breakout Sessions begin

9:30 a.m. Breakouts continue

10:30 a.m. General Assembly: President’s Welcome and MAEOE Business

11:00 a.m. Keynote

Noon Lunch

1:00 – 4:30 Field Trips

5:30 p.m. Dinner

7:30 p.m. Shuttles to town to “explore” on your own 

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Sunday, October 2, 2022

7:30 a.m. Breakfast

8:30 a.m. Coffee with the Board

▪ Preview of 2023 Conference

9:30 a.m. Breakouts Sessions

10:30 a.m. Breakout Sessions

Noon Lunch 

1:00 p.m.  Field Trips or Workshops

6:00 p.m. Past Presidents/Board Reception

6:30 p.m. Pre-Banquet Reception

7:00 p.m. Awards Ceremony and Banquet 

8:00 p.m. MAEOE Meltdown/Entertainment

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Monday, October  3, 2022

7:00 a.m. Early Light Breakfast & shuttles begin to leave for dock

7:30 a.m. All passengers at dock

8:20 a.m. Ferry departs Beaver Island dock

11:00 a.m. Ferry arrives Charlevoix dock