You’re invited to join the Association for Experiential Education at ‘ASCEND: Growing Community, Elevating Practice’, the 54th Annual International Experiential Education Conference taking place this November 12-14 at The YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, Colorado! That's right, we're heading back to this incredible site where we held our 52nd Annual Conference in 2024. 

With hundreds of educators, students, practitioners and researchers in attendance, you'll have the opportunity to learn from experts and innovators, develop lasting professional and personal connections, enrich your work or studies, and discover what's possible in the industry.

Grow in community and elevate your practice with over 80 workshops, research sessions and panels, keynote events, social and networking sessions and more. 

Nestled within 860+ acres of spectacular vistas & ponderosa pines, the YMCA of the Rockies is ready to once again host the AEE community in 2026. Not only does this site have some awesome lodging options and beautiful facilities, they also offer hiking trails, an on-site challenge course, archery, fire pits, and so much more! 

For more information: https://www.aee.org/events/2026-aee-international-conference