Upcoming Learning Opportunities

  1. Want to work in science? Join us online September 22nd to hear from a panel of early career science professionals! The speakers this year include rangers, technicians, and biologists from national parks and research institutions in Maine and beyond. Find out more and register here. This is Part 1 of our fall Acadia National Park Science Symposium events. Hosted by Schoodic Institute and the National Park Service, the symposium provides a forum to learn about science taking place in the region and to interact and build collaborations with scientists, educators, students, park staff, and others working in a range of fields.  This year, we are hosting our free Early Career Event via Zoom a month ahead of the Full-day Forum. 9/22, 12-1:30 p.m.  https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/early-career-event-2026-acadia-national-park-science-symposium/
  2. ESAs Exploring Ecology Careers Webinars (Visit https://esa.org/events/esa-webinars/)
     September 8, 2:00 PM ET
    October 6, 2:00 PM ET
    November 10, 2:00 PM ET
    December 8, 2:00 PM ET
  3. Webinar: Beyond the Battlefield: Wildlife Conservation Careers Protecting Americans Military Lands
    August 27, 2026 @ 2:00pm–3:00pm EDT
    JOIN: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ua0-817hTa637I16pjv8mQ     
    Explore the diverse career opportunities available to wildlife biologists and conservation professionals within and in partnership with the U.S. military. This webinar will highlight the unique perspectives and pathways of four civilian employees who apply their expertise in wildlife management, natural resource conservation and habitat protection to conserve some of the nation’s most unique and biodiverse lands and wildlife while supporting the military mission. Hosted by the Military Lands and Early Career Professional working groups.

Additional Resources

Ecological Society of America Webinars

Upcoming and Previous webinars hosted by ESA. Learn More

Workshops and Courses by ESA

Free and Fee-Based Courses.  Learn more

The Wildlife Society Youtube Channel

View previous webinars.  Learn more

The Society for Ecological Restoration

Various learning materials   Learn More

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Resources

Webinars, videos from courses and more. Learn more

The Center for Wildlife Studies has many specialized short courses available for a fee.  Learn more