Together we share a passion for the outdoors. When you join the WEA, you are a part of a community committed to the development of professional outdoor leaders and educators. We support each other through standards, training, education, research, and discounts. Since 1977, the association has pursued the vision of developing an educational organization that would train leaders in the skills and good judgment necessary to lead and teach in the proper use of wilderness areas. The WEA network spans across 45 countries and through a variety of professions within the outdoor industry. To support the WEA is to invest in the future of outdoor leadership as an industry, as a profession, and as a catalyst for the stewardship of wilderness and outdoor spaces.
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Individual Membership Benefits Chart |
Associate Member |
Professional Member |
Cost (USD) |
$50/year |
$150/year or $1500 once |
Access to Conference Proceedings |
YES |
YES |
Access to WEA Pro Deals |
YES |
YES |
Subscription discount to the online version of the Journal of Outdoor Recreation Education and Leadership (JOREL) |
YES |
YES |
WEA Kitty Drury and Pete Peterson Scholarships Opportunities |
YES |
YES |
ICOL Registration Discount |
10% |
20% |
Annual voting privileges |
YES |
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Access to individual brand Pro Deals |
YES |
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Ability to post on WEA Events Calendar |
YES |
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Ability to post on WEA Job Board Page |
YES |
For organizations, schools, outfitters, guide services, and outdoor recreation providers that:
Benefits:
For non-profit, for profit, associations or organizations that provide products or services. With the support of our partners, we provide training, scholarships and focus on many other WEA initiatives. The WEA is always seeking dedicated organizations, brands, and influencers to advance the professionalism of outdoor leaders (does not include the ability to host WEA courses.) Choose the level of commitment that makes the most financial sense for your organization.
Benefits:
The Wilderness Fellowships brings together key donors with exclusive benefits and recognition. The Wilderness Fellowship supports key operations and allows the association flexibility in furthering the mission of advancing professionalism of outdoor leaders. This program recognizes our most generous donors.
Benefits:
One year Professional Membership
Exclusive WEA Fellowship gear
Exposure on WEA website
Invitation to Annual Benefit Dinner
Benefits:
All the benefits of Shining Rock Wilderness Fellowship, plus:
One 1-year gift WEA Associate to share with friends and family
Benefits:
All the benefits of Isle Royale Wilderness Fellowship, plus:
Two 1-year gift WEA Associate to share with friends and family
Benefits:
All the benefits of Joshua Tree Wilderness Fellowship, plus:
Four 1-year gift WEA Associate to share with friends and family
Join the Wilderness Fellowship!