Project Learning Tree Professional Development trainings are designed for a wide range of educators and professionals—from classroom teachers and college students to natural resource professionals and leaders in youth organizations—who want to inspire the next generation with engaging, hands-on environmental education.
Live Trainings
Jan 22- Virtual: Connecting for Health and Planet
Join PLT to discover hands-on activities that invite students to investigate the physical, emotional, and social benefits of spending time among trees. As a bonus, these lessons will prepare students for the 2026 Arbor Day Poster Contest theme, Healthy Trees, Healthy Communities.
When: January 22nd | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: Zoom (Link provided upon registration)
Cost: NO COST TO PARTICIPANTS*
Explore the Power of Trees Join PLT to discover hands-on activities that invite students to investigate the physical, emotional, and social benefits of spending time among trees. Whether you are a classroom teacher, an informal educator, or a forestry professional, this virtual training offers actionable ideas to help all students discover the benefits of being outside. We’ll dive into activities that help students connect their personal well-being to the health of their local environment, providing them with tools to promote thriving, tree-filled communities.
What’s Provided:
- Professional Materials: Access to the Connecting for Health and Planet activity collection, featuring ready-to-use lessons that align with the 2026 Arbor Day Poster Contest theme: Healthy Trees, Healthy Communities. (Digital pdf)
- Networking: Connect virtually with a community of passionate professionals dedicated to environmental education
*Thanks to our sponsors at the Colorado State Forest Service, the Sustainable Forestry Initiative, ee360+, and CSU Spur for supporting this event.
Want to dive in deeper? Check out our in-person version on January 28th
Jan 28- In-Person: Connecting for Health and Planet
Join PLT to discover hands-on activities that invite students to investigate the physical, emotional, and social benefits of spending time among trees. As a bonus, these lessons will prepare students for the 2026 Arbor Day Poster Contest theme, Healthy Trees, Healthy Communities.
When: January 28th | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Registration closes Jan 21st)
Where: CSU Spur, Denver
Cost: NO COST TO PARTICIPANTS*
Explore the Power of Trees
This workshop is for anyone interested in exploring the important role trees play in our well-being, from the physical and emotional to the social and cognitive benefits they provide. Whether you are a classroom teacher, an informal educator, or a forestry professional, this training offers actionable ideas to help all students discover the benefits of being outside. We’ll dive into activities that help students connect their personal well-being to the health of their local environment, providing them with tools to promote thriving, tree-filled communities.
What’s Provided:
- Professional Materials: Receive the Connecting for Health and Planet activity collection, featuring ready-to-use lessons that align with the 2026 Arbor Day Poster Contest theme: Healthy Trees, Healthy Communities.
- Incentives: Complimentary dinner and a $50 stipend for those who attend the full session and complete the training evaluation.
- Networking: Connect and collaborate with a community of passionate professionals dedicated to environmental education.
Space is limited—reserve your spot today!
*Thanks to our sponsors at the Colorado State Forest Service, the Sustainable Forestry Initiative, ee360+, and CSU Spur for supporting this event.
Needing a shorter, flexible version? Check out our virtual offering on January 22nd
Customized Trainings
Looking to train a group of 10 or more? We can bring Project Learning Tree to you! We offer customized virtual and in-person trainings that vary in length and topic, from an introduction to PLT to more advanced, skill-building workshops.
Self-Paced Trainings
Not able to attend a live training? We have flexible options, designed to fit your schedule
On-Demand PLT Workshops
Access our professional development anytime and anywhere through our engaging online workshops. These self-paced courses require a time commitment of 1 – 6 hours to complete. Each course is designed using best practices in online learning and teacher professional development, ensuring you receive a high-quality learning experience. The modules prepare you to confidently integrate PLT materials into your instruction. With only an internet connection, you can access your course whenever and wherever you are, giving you the ultimate flexibility to fit professional growth into your schedule.
Forest Literacy: Understanding the Values of Trees, Forests, and Sustainability
A FREE online course for educators, forestry and conservation professionals, and sustainability leaders to help strengthen community connections to trees, deepen understanding around the value of forests, and increase audience engagement.
eeCourses
With sessions available in Spring, Summer, and Fall, each of these asynchronous courses require 8–15 hours to complete. They include a variety of tasks and assignments that are thoughtfully designed to engage you in active learning experiences. Each course is moderated by field professionals who guide your learning, answer questions, and provide feedback.
Green Schools and You
This course provides educators and community leaders with the knowledge, process, and proven tips needed to understand, launch, and successfully lead a Green School program in their community.
Early Childhood Education
This course is designed to empower formal and non-formal educators with the knowledge, skills, and a practical integration plan to establish or enhance a high-quality, nature-focused early childhood environmental education program.
