The annual AAS meeting is an opportunity to share research results, learn about the most-up-to-date work in arachnology, and connect with potential collaborators, mentors, and colleagues. The meetings are lively and cover the gamut of arachnid biology from genomics/ systematics, silk chemistry, and development, to applied ecology and behavior. Each meeting includes multiple social and professional development events. Many meetings have events open to the public or excursions. Members at all levels in their careers, from undergraduates and graduate students, professionals and the public, are welcome to attend AAS meetings

The annual AAS meeting requires good venues across North America and engaged local hosts. The Meeting Host Guidelines have been developed over the years to assist with meeting preparation and is an excellent reference for planning a well-organized, rewarding and successful meeting. Read more. As hosting meetings requires organized effort, we recommend utilizing conference services at the host institution or AAS can work with our professional meeting planner with the collaboration and partnership of local hosts.