**Mark new items in this issue.
January 20, 2012
Compiled Weekly by Peg Tileston
On behalf of the Alaska Women’s Environmental Network (AWEN), Alaska Center for the Environment
(ACE), and Alaska Conservation Alliance (ACA)
CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS, SEMINARS, TRAINING
Throughout the 2012 Summer Season
STATE-WIDE – ALASKA GEOGRAPHIC’S 2012 FIELD SEMINARS have been announced and
are open for registration at www.alaskageographic.org. These low-cost hands-on outdoor seminars
guide participants in some of the most spectacular locations in Alaska. Alongside scientists and naturalists
participants explore topics such as wolves, geology, birds, climate change, and landscape painting.
Professional development credit is available for each course. Register today, Alaska Geographic members
receive a 10% discount. For additional information or to register, visit www.murieslc.org or call 907-6831269.
Throughout the 2012 Summer Season
STATE-WIDE - ALASKA GEOGRAPHIC’S 2012 TEACHER TRAININGS are open for
registration. These uniquely hands-on and pertinent-topic workshops have teachers fully immersed in the
subjects. In southeast Alaska on the Tongass National Forest teachers can kayak with whales, walk in the
footsteps of bears or study glaciers. In Denali, teachers will explore the effects of climate change, study
bears and learn to use iMovie as a tool to communicate science. Professional development credit is
included in each course. Register today at www.alaskageographic.org, Alaska Geographic members
receive a 10% discount or go to www.murieslc.org or call
907-683-1269.
**January 25
Admiralty Island’s FORTRESS OF THE BEARS will be show on local PBS stations on Nature.
Check your local TV schedule for the time. (KTOO - Juneau is 8pm; KAKM - Anchorage is 7pm).
January 24 - 27
ANCHORAGE - INTERNATIONAL PACIFIC HALIBUT COMMISSION (IPHC) ANNUAL
MEETING will be held at the Hilton Anchorage Hotel. For more information, go to
http://www.iphc.int/meetings-and-events/annual-meeting.html.
January 28
KETCHIKAN - AVALANCHE AWARENESS FIELD TRIP: Join Avalanche forecaster TOM
MATTICE and members of the Ketchikan Volunteer Rescue Squad for an all-day backcountry session
from 8am to 4pm. This course is geared to all winter backcountry enthusiasts such as snowmachiners,
skiers, snowboarders, snowshoers and hikers. Training topics will include introduction to avalanche tools,
emergency procedures, companion rescue, hazard assessment, trip planning and route selection. Location
will be weather dependent and pre-registration is required; contact Tom Mattice at (907) 209-9207 or
Tom_Mattice@ci.juneau.ak.us.
January 30 - February 4
NOME - MARINE SAFETY INSTRUCTOR TRAINING (MSIT) will be held at the Northwestern
Alaska Career and Education Center (NACTEC) by the Alaska Marine Safety Education Association
(AMSEA). This intensive 48-hour, six-day program (8am to 8pm) is designed to train individuals to
effectively teach cold-water survival procedures and marine safety in their communities to subsistence
and commercial fisherman, children, and other community members. Cost is $495.00 for AMSEA
members $550.00 for non-members. Pre-registration is required. The MSIT course is a premier train-thetrainer course and is U.S. Coast Guard accepted. Students successfully completing the course will also be
certified to teach WaterWise, a recreational safe boating course offered through the Alaska Office of
Boating Safety. Representatives from the U.S. Coast Guard will be present to provide current marine
safety regulations applicable to subsistence and commercial fisherman. A limited number of scholarships
to help with tuition, food and lodging are available for individuals in the Norton Sound region who are in
a position to provide safety training in their community, thanks to funding from the National Institute of
Occupational Safety and Health, the U.S. Coast Guard, and AMSEA. Please see our web site
www.amsea.org for more information and to register, or call Jerry Dzugan at AMSEA at 907-747-3287 or
email director@amsea.org.
February 1 - 3
JUNEAU - CROSS BOUNDARY DATA INTEGRATION WORKSHOP II will be held at the UAS
Egan Building - Glacier View Room, The ACRC will hold a second workshop to develop cross-boundary
geospatial and climate data sets in support of regional conservation applications in the coastal temperate
rainforest zone of Southeast Alaska and British Columbia. This project will continue to facilitate planning
sessions and forums on technical development of standardized datasets and will formalize a platform for
coordination of data exchange and dissemination via the Southeast Alaska GIS Library. In addition, this
workshop will establish a plan for future analytical efforts in which cross-boundary datasets are utilized to
address critical and regional conservation applications such as connectivity and dispersal, carbon budget
allocation, and climate change vulnerabilities. For agenda information, go to
http://acrc.alaska.edu/acrc_sw/workshops/data_integration_2_files/draft_agenda. For more information,
contact http://acrc.alaska.edu/contact.html.
February 6 - 10
ANCHORAGE - The ALASKA FORUM ON THE ENVIRONMENT will be held at the Dena’ina
Center. The agenda is available at http://akforum.com/agenda.htm and registration information is located
at http://akforum.com/register.html. For general information, go to http://akforum.com/.
February 13 & 14
JUNEAU - 2012 ALASKA YOUNG FISHERMEN'S SUMMIT: WEAVING A NETWORK OF
FUTURE FISHING LEADERS will be held at St. Ann's Parish Hall. In addition to providing crucial
training and networking opportunities for fishermen entering the business or wishing to take a leadership
role in their industry, we will also take advantage of the Juneau location by introducing participants to the
legislative process, and introducing the fish caucus of the legislature to the issues and concerns of
Alaska’s emerging fishermen. The conference will address four main topics: The nuts and bolts of
managing the financial aspects of a successful fishing business, Methods for participating in the fisheries
regulatory and Alaska legislative processes, The role of Alaskan seafood in the world marketplace, and
The science and management of our sustainable fisheries. Limited travel scholarships are available.
Complete the application form and send to sunny.rice@alaska.edu by 5:00 pm on January 20. Contact
Sunny Rice at 907-772-3381 with questions. Summit information. Agenda is available at
http://seagrant.uaf.edu/map/workshops/2012/ayfs/agenda.php For registration, go to
http://seagrant.uaf.edu/map/workshops/2012/ayfs/registration.php For more information, contact Sunny
Rice at sunny.rice@alaska.edu or 907-772-3381 or Torie Baker at torie.baker@alaska.edu or 907-4247542.
February 15 (RESCHEDULED from January 11)
The INSTITUTE of the NORTH ARCTIC POLICY FORUM will be held from 5 to 7pm in the Voth
Hall, Performing Arts Center featuring a compelling panel discussion of the history, current issues, and
future plans of NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) in Alaska. followed by a Q&A
from the floor. Join us on Wednesday, January 11 when, from 5:00 to 7:00pm, the APF will host panel
presentations and discussion, followed by Q&A from the floor. Immediately afterward guests will be
invited to a reception, from 7:00 to 8:00pm, where they will have the opportunity to connect with one
another and with the featured speakers in an informal setting. Moderated by Consul PETER TAYLOR
(Canada), the program will feature: JOSEPH JOCKEL, author of No Boundaries Upstairs: Canada, the
US, and the Origins of the North American Air Defence, 1945-1958 (tentative); COLONEL DANIEL
CONSTABLE, Deputy Commander Alaska Region NORAD HQ (confirmed); TREY FULLER, JBER
(invited); and CAPTAIN JOEL JUNGEMANN, U.S. Navy, (invited). Cost: $20. To register, go to
https://institutenorth.org/calendar/events/january-arctic-policy-forum-norad.
Feb 17-18
SOLDOTNA - FIRE IN ALASKA! course will be held at Skyview High School. The exciting,
interdisciplinary Fire in Alaska K-12 curriculum is designed to engage and inspire students to learn about
all aspects of fire, including fire ecology, fire behavior, and how to live safely in the wildland-urban
interface. This intensive workshop includes content, lesson modeling, interactive activities and laboratory
simulations. Participants gain their own copies of the curriculum, which is being used all over Alaska.
Fire in Alaska workshops are sponsored by the Alaska Division of Forestry and are available for
continuing education credit through Kenai Peninsula College Cost is $20 for materials, plus a credit fee of
$94. To sign up please contact Lilly Goodman-Allwright at AlaskaInsights@mtaonline.net.
**February 21 ~ 23
HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN for ANCHORAGE’S FOUR ORIGINAL
NEIGHBORHOODS PUBLIC WORKSHOPS and MEETINGS. will be held on the following dates
and locations:
February 21 - DOWNTOWN COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA PUBLIC WORKSHOP
(Businesses and Residents) from 4:30 to 6pm in the Anchorage City Hall, Room 155, Free parking is
available behind City Hall.
February 21 - SOUTH ADDITION COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA PUBLIC
WORKSHOP from 6:30 to 8pm in the Denali Elementary School, Multi-Purpose Room, 952 Cordova
Street. Free parking is available in the school parking lot.
February 22 - NATIVE CULTURAL OUTREACH MEETING from 1 to 3:30pm.at the
Alaska Native Heritage Center, Athabascan Ceremonial House, 8800 Heritage Drive. Please call
907.330.8000 for information or directions. Free parking is available in the Alaska Native Heritage
Center parking lot.
February 22 - GOVERNMENT HILL COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA PUBLIC
WORKSHOP from 6:30 to 8pm at the Government Hill Elementary School, 525 Bluff Drive. Free
parking is available in the school parking lot.
February 23 -HPP TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING f rom 4:30 to 6pm
in the Fairview Community Recreation Center Meeting Room, 1121 East 10th Avenue. Free parking is
available in the Center parking lot.
February 23 - FAIRVIEW COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA PUBLIC WORKSHOP from
6:30 to 8 pm in the Fairview Community Recreation Center, Multi-Purpose Room, 1121 East 10th
Avenue. Free parking is available in the Recreation Center parking lot.
You are invited to attend workshops and meetings to review and provide new comments on the draft
goals and opportunities developed from over 750 comments received from neighborhoods, Native
Cultural groups, agencies and interested parties during public meetings held in October 2011, for the
Historic Preservation Plan for Anchorage’s four original neighborhoods (HPP). ALL WORKSHOPS
ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! For more information, contact: Kristine Bunnell, HPP Project Manager,
at 907.343.7993 or bunnellkr@muni.org.
**February 23 -26
PALMER - PLANTING BUSINESS SUCCESS: 2012 BUSINESS PLANNING CONFERENCE
will be held at the Palmer Train Depot. The conference will give you tools for farming in Alaska ,
whether you are just starting your farming venture or looking to retire. This conference will cover, stepby-step: • Developing goals, • Business planning for profit, • Putting the plan on paper, • Transfer
planning, • Effective decision making, • Retirement planning, • Succession Planning, and • Estate
Planning. -COST- $35.00 per attendee. After the conference, Alaska Farmland Trust will continue to
follow up with you and continue the development of your business or succession plan. This conference is
limited to 70 participants, so register early! Contact project director John Collins at 907-745-3336 or 907715-7497 for more information. or mail registration information to 248 E Dahlia Ave, Palmer, Alaska
99654.
**February 27 & 28
HOMER - PLANNING FOR MEANINGFUL EVALUATION will be held from 9am to 5pm at the
Alaska Islands & Ocean Visitor Center. Want to increase your program or project accountability and
impact? This 2-day Coastal Services Center class will actively engage participants in creating a
comprehensive evaluation plan. This is a follow-up class to ‘Program Design & Evaluation’, however,
those who have created & used logic models are also encouraged to participate in this class. For more
information or to reserve your seat, contact Megan Murphy at megan.murphy@alaska.gov or 907-2264659. RSVP by February 13th to reserve your seat.
WEBINARS, WEBCASTS & TELECONFERENCES
January 31
AN UPDATED PRECIPITATION FREQUENCY ANALYSIS FOR THE STATE OF ALASKA
will be held from 10 to 11am Alaska Local Time. DOUG KANE and SVETA STUEFER, Water and
Environmental Research Center, UAF will lead the discussion. To hear the audio presentation during a
webinar: 1) With a regular telephone dial: 1- (877) 594-8353 and 2) When prompted, enter the Participant
passcode: 83847342. Please mute your phone and do not put phone on hold. To view the presentation
during a webinar: 1) Point your web browser to: http://infiniteconferencing.com/Events/accap/, 2) Enter
Participant Code 83847342. 3) Enter the rest of the requested information (The name and organization
you enter will be seen by other participants, but your contact information will remain confidential), and 4)
Click the blue "log-in" button.
**February 1 (TELECONFERENCE)
The EXXON VALDEZ OIL SPILL TRUSTEE COUNCIL will meet by teleconference from 9:30a.m
to 12:30pm at the EVOS office, 441 W 5th Ave, Ste 500. To participate, call 800.315.6338, code 8205.
For more information, call:907.278.8012 or 800.478.7745 or go to www.evostc.state.ak.us.
**February 13 (WEBINAR)
ALASKA AND THE NATIONAL CLIMATE ASSESSMENT: THE ALASKA TECHNICAL
REPORT will be held from 10-11am with CARL MARKON, US Geological Survey; and SARAH
TRAINOR, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy. The National Climate Assessment (NCA)
provides a current report of climate change impacts and vulnerability, evaluates the effectiveness of
mitigation and adaptation activities, identifies knowledge gaps, and helps the federal government
prioritize climate science investments. It provides the science that can be used by communities around our
Nation to create a more sustainable and environmentally-sound plan for our future. Alaska will contribute
one of eight Regional Assessment to be included in the 2013 NCA. The purpose of the presentation is to
present a draft of the 2013 Alaska Technical Report, and seek public feedback. To hear the audio
presentation during a webinar: 1) With a regular telephone dial: 1- (877) 594-8353; 2) When prompted,
enter the Participant passcode: 83847342. Please mute your phone during the presentation and don’t put
them on hold. To view the presentation during a webinar: 1) Point your web browser to:
http://infiniteconferencing.com/Events/accap/, 2) Enter Participant Code 83847342. 3) Enter the rest of
the requested information (The name and organization you enter will be seen by other participants, but
your contact information will remain confidential), 4) Click the blue "log-in" button
**February 15 (TELECONFERENCE SEMINAR)
COAL'S ASSAULT ON HUMAN HEALTH will be held from 9 to 10am as part of the Alaska
Collaborative on Health and the Environment teleconference seminar series. At every stage – from
mining, transportation, storage, combustion, and disposal of post-combustion wastes – coal development
threatens human health. Pollutants from coal damage all major organ systems in the human body. Coal
combustion releases mercury, particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and dozens of other
substances known to be hazardous to human health. Guest Presenter ALAN H. LOCKWOOD, MD will
discuss the growing body of medical evidence linking coal development to human health risks. Dr.
Lockwood is principal author of the Physicians for Social Responsibility (PSR) report "Coal's Assault on
Human Health" which takes a new look at the devastating impacts of coal on the human body. For more
information, or to join this FREE call and receive the dial-up instructions, please RSVP to ACAT at
heather@akaction.org or (907) 222-7714.
GRANTS/AWARDS/SCHOLARSHIPS/CONTESTS
The NOAA RESTORATION CENTER AND ALASKA CLEAN HARBORS are working with
communities in Alaska affected by the Exxon Valdez oil spill to ADDRESS WATER QUALITY AND
MARINE HABITAT ISSUES, AND HARBOR IMPROVEMENTS..But we need your help to know
what is needed and where to do the work. Right now, we need project ideas and community partners and
very soon we will be looking for project proposals (to receive up to $250,000 for qualified
improvements). The first step is to IDENTIFY COMMUNITY PARTNERS. If you are, or know of a
group that may be, interested in future funding opportunities to address water quality and marine habitat
issues in communities affected by Exxon Valdez oil spill, please contact us by filling out a general
information form found on our website. Please help us spread the word by attending our public scoping
meetings and by passing out this informational material to other interested groups you may know. For
more information about this funding opportunity and which communities may qualify please visit our
website http://alaskafisheries.noaa.gov/habitat/restoration/evos/. Please contact Erika Ammann by email
at restorationevos@noaa.gov, Laurel Jennings at Laurel.Jennings@noaa.gov , Erika Ammann at
Erika.Ammann@noaa.gov, or Eric Rothwell at Eric.Rothwell@noaa.gov or by going to
http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/habitat/restoration/.
January 23
Deadline for submitting proposals for EPA URBAN WATERS SMALL GRANTS to fund
projects across the country to help restore urban waters by improving water quality and supporting
community revitalization. The funding is part of EPA’s Urban Waters program, which supports
communities in their efforts to access, improve, and benefit from their urban waters and the surrounding
land. The goal of the Urban Waters Small Grants program is to fund research, studies, training, and
demonstration projects that will advance the restoration of urban waters by improving water quality
through activities that also support community revitalization and other local priorities such as public
health, social and economic opportunities, general livability and environmental justice for residents.
Information about Urban Waters Small Grants including the Request for Proposal (RFP) and registration
links for the webinars is available at http://www.epa.gov/urbanwaters/funding. EPA expects to award the
grants in Summer 2012. Questions must be submitted in writing via e-mail tourbanwaters@epa.gov and
must be received by the Agency Contact, Ji-Sun Yi, by January 16, and written responses will be posted
on EPA’s website at http://www.epa.gov/urbanwaters/funding. Webinars about this funding opportunity
will be held on December 14 and January 5. For more information on EPA’s Urban Waters program, to
http://www.epa.gov/urbanwaters\fs22fs22 and http://urbanwaters.gov.
January 26
Deadline for application for the Trout Unlimited (TU) and NOAA FISH HABITAT RESTORATION
GRANT. Please read the RFP at http://www.tu.org/sites/www.tu.org/files/documents/final_tunoaa_rfp_yr2%20%281%29.doc for details about the funding opportunity. If you have questions please
contact erika.ammann@noaa.gov or k.koski@noaa.gov. All proposals must also have a letter of support
from Trout Unlimited so please contact Mark Kaelke with TU AK at 907-321-4464 or email
mkaelke@tu.org when you have your project idea.
February 10
Deadline for application for the NORTH PACIFIC RESEARCH BOARD (NPRB) GRADUATE
STUDENT RESEARCH AWARDS. These awards are given to encourage students to pursue scientific
and scholarly research that addresses management issues in northern seas. In May 2012, NPRB will
award up to six Graduate Student Research Awards (GSRAs) of $25,000 each to three qualified masters
students and three doctoral students for the opportunity to address scientific, technological, and socioeconomic issues relating to the research themes identified in the 2005 NPRB Science Plan. Students must
be enrolled in or accepted by a graduate degree program at an accredited university or college by
February 10, 2012. There is no US citizenship requirement to be eligible for this award and applications
are welcome from students attending US or non-US universities. The graduate research topic must be
relevant to the research themes and issues identified in the 2005 NPRB Science Plan and occur in Alaskan
marine waters. Please see the 2012 GSRA guidelines at
http://nprb.org/education/documents/2012GSRAdetailsandguidelines_14Oct11_final_001.pdf for further
details of the application requirements.
Early February
Deadline for application for the 2013 NATIONAL SEA GRANT KNAUSS MARINE POLICY
FELLOWSHIP for ALASKA GRADUATE STUDENTS. This unique national fellowship provides
eligible graduate students with one year of paid experience in Washington, D.C., working on ocean issues
with a U.S. Congressional staff or with an executive branch resource management agency. The fellowship
has proven to be a great launching pad to exciting careers in government, education, business, and nonprofit enterprises. The fellowship is open to graduate students in all disciplines who have a keen interest
in the nation’s marine policy and ocean resource management. Included in the 2012 group of fellows are
students completing degrees in law, agriculture, public administration, geology, and geophysics, as well
as fisheries, oceanography, zoology, biology, economics, policy, and other fields. Soon after the holidays,
Alaska Sea Grant will begin recruiting exceptional students from around the state to apply for the 2013
John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship. To get the word out, we have produced a YouTube video that
features testimonials from former Knauss Fellows. Watch the video at
http://seagrant.uaf.edu/research/knauss.html. Alaska graduate students considering applying for the
fellowship or seeking more information should contact Dr. David Christie, Director, Alaska Sea Grant
Program, University of Alaska Fairbanks, david.christie@alaska.edu or call 907-474-7949.
The ALASKA NATIVE TRIBAL HEALTH CONSORTIUM provides one year Community
Environmental Demonstration Project Grants ranging from $5,000 to $30,000 to local environmental
projects that improve health and the environment throughout rural Alaska communities. Funding is made
possible through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Alaska Tribal Multi-media Program.
ANTHC has awarded over $300,000 since 2009. For FY12 ANTHC and Zender Environmental will be
partnering to provide Community Environmental Demonstration Project Grants to rural Alaska
communities. For more information, go to http://www.anthc.org/chs/ces/hve/upload/CEDP-rfp-final.docx.
March 9
Deadline for Request for Proposal (RFP) for a synthesis of EXISTING SCIENTIFIC and
TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE related to marine ecosystem structure and function, including humans
(i.e. biological, physical, sociological, traditional, etc.) from the CHUKCHI and BEAUFORT SEAS
and the BERING STRAIT NORTH of ST. LAWRENCE ISLAND, as well as an identification of
research needs to help plan potential, upcoming research programs by the North Pacific Marine Research
Institute, NPRB, NSF, and other organizations. For more information please see http://arctic.nprb.org/.
March 30
Deadline for submissions for the ALASKA HUMMINGBIRD FESTIVAL JURIED ART SHOW.
"Call for Artists" features opportunities for Alaskan artists of all ages and abilities to showcase their work
at the Southeast Alaska Discovery Center in Kecthikan from April through May 2012. The mission of the
Alaska Hummingbird Festival and this art show is to educate and promote awareness of the spring
migratory birds of southeast Alaska. Please review the above attachment for more detail. Submit your
work to Southeast Alaska Discovery Center. 50 Main Street, Ketchikan, AK 99901, C/O Hummingbird
Festival. Mailed entries must include return postage payable to Alaska Geographic Associations. For
more information, contact Leslie Swada at 907.617.7746.
March 31
Deadline for submissions for the 2012 ALASKA STATE-FISH ART CONTEST from K-12 students.
Educators can download a free curriculum and learn how to use art as a springboard into the fascinating
world of fish. K-12 students can draw, paint, and write their way to free prizes, fishing gear, and national
recognition while getting to know Alaska’s state fish! Visit this webpage for more information:
http://alaska.fws.gov/fisheries/fish/contest_art.htm.
DEADLINES
**January 26
Deadline for comment on the proposal to issue a permit for the proposal to run a 2000 MILE
PERSONAL WATERCRAFT RACE FROM WHITTIER TO ILIAMNA. The ALASKAN WET
DOG RACE has put together a 46-page proposal and application seeking a land use permit from the AK
Dept. of Natural Resources to run the race in state waters in April and May of 2013. Checkpoints are
planned for Valdez, Cordova, Chenega, Seward, Anchor Point, Kenai, Port William, Kodiak, Old Harbor,
Akhiok, Chignik, Perryville, Sandpoint, Cold Bay, False Pass, Port Moller, Port Heiden, Egegik, Naknek,
and Igiugig. If issued, the permit will be valid from February 1, 2012 through January 31, 2017, used
seasonally from April 1 through June 30 of each year. For more information, go to
http://wetdograce.com/welcome/. For additional information or to submit comments, contact Candice
Snow at 907-269-8569 or email Candice.snow@alaska.gov.
January 27 (EXTENDED from DECEMBER 28)
Deadline for comments on Corps of Engineers permit REQUEST FROM KNIK ARM BRIDGE and
TOLL AUTHORITY (KABATA). The proposed project would be between the northwestern edge of
the Port MacKenzie District, where a NEW ROAD (Phase 1) is proposed to diverge from the existing
Port MacKenzie Road at Milepost (MP) 9.5. It would cross primarily uplands north of Lake Lorraine,
heading in a southerly direction to the west bluff of Knik Arm and then end on the eastern side of the Port
MacKenzie District. Approximately 7,200 feet north of Port MacKenzie Dock and 1,700 feet south of
Anderson Dock. The bridge roadway embankment on the Mat-Su side. The 9,200-foot bridge would span
east across Knik Arm to the Anchorage side and would reach the shoreline approximately 1.5 miles north
of Cairn Point. The roadway would follow the Anchorage shoreline and western perimeter of the Joint
Base Elmendorf Richardson (JBER) at the bottom of the bluff south to Cairn Point. From the vicinity of
Cairn Point, the Anchorage approach would continue south, closely following the natural shoreline, then
climbs in grade along the eastern boundary of the Port of Anchorage. In the vicinity of the Cherry Hill
bluff, the roadway would climb slightly on a fill supported by retaining walls at the base of the bluff to
provide grade separation for security and operational purposes between the roadway and the edge of the
Port of Anchorage property. From this point, the roadway would follow the alignment of Erickson Street
via a cut-and-cover tunnel to end on East Loop Road, the terminus of the project where it would connect
to the A and C Street Couplet. The total discharge of fill into waters of the U.S., including wetlands, is
proposed to be 2,697,349 cubic yards into 78.31 acres. Fill would be discharged into the intertidal
wetlands and waters of Knik Arm to provide structural fill for construction of the approach roads and
bridge abutments in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough (Mat-Su) and the Municipality of Anchorage
(MOA). Structural fill would be discharged into freshwater wetlands on both sides of Knik Arm for
construction of the project roadways. In addition, 1.28 acres of wetlands would be impacted by the
temporary discharge of fill. For more information, see the entire permit request at
http://www.poa.usace.army.mil/reg/PN_Scanned/2011%20November/POA-2005-97.pdf. Notice is hereby
given that the application for a Dept. of the Army Permit described in the Corps of Engineers’ Public
Notice No. COA-2005-97, Knik Arm, serves as application for State Water Quality Certification from the
Alaska Dept. of Environmental Conservation. For more information or to submit comments, contact Mary
Lee Plumb-Mentjes at (907) 753-2789, toll-free from within Alaska at (800) 478-2712, by fax at (907)
279-0064, or email Mary.Plumb-Mentjes@usace.army.mil.
**January 30
KETCHIKAN Comments are due on the proposal to issue an AK POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION
SYSTEM (APDES) PERMIT to discharge to water of the U.S. for the KETCHIKAN SHIPYARD
(KSY) owned by the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority (AIDEA). ASD provides ship
maintenance and building services and consist of two drydocks, and upland berth and associated
infrastructure. There are three (3) outfalls associated with the facility. Outfall 001 is the primary outfall
and has an authorized mixing zone associated with it. Outfall 001 discharges drydock deck water, treated
to remove metals associated with high pressure wash water, abrasive blasting. The Outfall 001 pipe
extends from the pier to Tongass Narrows between the facility and Ketchikan Airport. A diffuser is
connected to the end of the pipe to facilitate dilution. The typical volume of discharge is 2000 gallons to
20,000 gallons per discharge episode. The mixing zone associated with Outfall 001 is a 110 meter radius
centered over the diffuser extending from the seafloor to the surface of the water. Outfall 002 consists of
ballast water and is discharged directly into Tongass Narrows via hoses hung over either side of each
drydock(s). Outfall 003 is floodwater that consists of receiving water that comes into contact with work
surfaces during the submergence of the drydock interior work surfaces. A draft individual permit, fact
sheet and associated documents are available at
http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/wwdp/PublicNotice.htm#A3. For more information or to submit
comments, contact Marc Bentley at 907-269-66287 or email marc.bentley@alaska.gov.
EVENTS & MEETINGS \ANCHORAGE - EAGLE RIVER & GIRDWOOD
**January 24
TAPPING INTO GEOTHERMAL HEAT: GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMPS IN ALASKA will
be held from 5:30 to 6:30pm at ACHP, 3400 Spenard Road, Suite 9. Learn why ground source heat pump
can be highly efficient option with low operating costs for your next building project. CHUCK
RENFRO, ACHP instructor and past executive director, will explain how heat pumps work and answer
questions about the systems and how their installation. FREE. For more information, contact Kate
McKeown at 907.258.6180 or email kate@akvoice.org.
**January 25
CROSSCURRENTS 2011: ENVIRONMENTAL WRITING and ACTIVISM ON-STAGE
CONVERSATION with THREE ALASKA AUTHORS will be held at 7pm at .Out North (3800
Debarr Road). Join Alaska writers NANCY LORD, MARYBETH HOLLEMAN, and CHARLES
WOHLFORTH for an onstage conversation about environmental writing, writing as a form of activism,
and their experiences as writers concerned with global oil-reliance and climate change. Wohlforth will
moderate this lively discussion with reference to Lord's new book, Early Warming: Crisis and Response
from the Climate-Changed North and the paperback release of Holleman's The Heart of the Sound:
Paradise Found and Nearly Lost. A question and answer session and book-signing will follow. There is
no charge for the event, but a $5 donation is suggested. For more information, go to
www.49writingcenter.org.
January 25
OCCUPY ANCHORAGE, U.S. AND THE WORLD will be discussed from 5 to 7pm at the UAA
Bookstore by DAWN BONFIELD and MARK BONFIELD. For more information, contact Rachel
Epstein, Events Co-ordinator, at anre@uaa.alaska.edu or (907) 786-4782.
January 27
ALASKA STATE PARKS TO HOST ART SHOW in conjunction with the ALASKA ARTISTS
GUILD, will be holding an art show at Blaines Art Supply from 5 to 7pm. The show will feature works
by artists that participated in the ART IN THE PARK event titled “Camp, Canoe, and Create” held this
past August in Denali State Park. For more information contact David Griffin at 269-8696, or
david.griffin@alaska.gov.
MEETINGS & EVENTS OUT OF ANCHORAGE
**Now through February 25
JUNEAU - A FOREST of WORDS: YOUTH VOICES CELEBRATE the TONGASS NATIONAL
FOREST is showing at the Tongass Historical Museum. This is an exhibit featuring forest-inspired art
and words created by area school children, with works by nature artist ANDIE THRAMS and marvel at
the metal sculpture cedar tree designed by Ketchikan artist RICH STAGE.
January 20 & 21 (UPDATED INFORMATION)
FAIRBANKS - INTERIOR ALASKA GREEN STAR is pleased to announce that ALL electronics
will be accepted for FREE at the ELECTRONICS RECYCLING DEPOT in January, thanks to a
generous grant from the FNSB Recycling Commission. The Depot will be open to collect old and
unwanted electronics for recycling. Collections are held at the Alaska Waste Recycling Center, 3050
Phillips Field Road (west of Peger Road) from 10am to 4pm both days. More information about this and
other recycling programs can be found at www.iagreenstar.org, or contact us at info@iagreenstar.org or
452-4152.
**January 21
NORTH POLE - FIREWOOD WORKSHOP will be held at 310am at the Chena Flood Control Project
on Laurance Road. The workshop will cover the latest information on firewood harvesting, wood stove
and chainsaw maintenance, drying wood, different wood species' properties, wood heating efficiency, the
borough's wood stove replacement program and more. Free. For more information contact Jessica Guritz
at 479-1213 or email jlguritz@gmail.com.
**January 21 & 22
PETERSBURG - PETERSBURG FISH AND GAME ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING AND
ELECTIONS will be held at 6:30 at the Petersburg City Council Chambers both days. Elections will be
held on Saturday. There are up to 15 seats open for election/re-election. Anyone interested in serving on
this committee is encouraged to attend. Following elections, the Petersburg AC will be discussing
upcoming Board of Fisheries Southeast Finfish issues. On Sunday, the Committee will continue with their
discussion of upcoming Board of Fisheries Southeast Finfish issues If you are interested in any of the
issues on the table you are highly encouraged to attend this meeting. As always, this meeting is open to
the public. For more information, Shannon Stone, ADF&G Regional Coordinator, at 907-723.5685
January 21 & 22
DENALI NATIONAL PARK - Park rangers invite the public to join them in exploring the park on
weekend hikes this winter. The hikes will be done on snowshoes when snow conditions are
favorable. Hikers will meet at 1pm at the Murie Science and Learning Center (MSLC), located at Mile 1.3
on the Park Road just west of the traffic circle. The hikes will take place on trails in the park’s entrance
area, providing opportunities to experience and learn about the winter environment of the park and
interior Alaska. A limited number of snowshoes are available for use during the hike, and those interested
in participating are encouraged to bring their own equipment. The hikes will last for 2 to 3 hours.
Participants are advised to dress warmly and bring lunch or snacks. The hikes will not take place if
temperatures are colder than -10ºF. The Murie Science and Learning Center is a source of information
and inspiration for winter visitors wishing to experience and learn more about the park. A winter trails
map depicting ski and snowshoe routes of varying difficulties and lengths is available for those who want
to explore the park on their own. Plug-ins are available in the parking lot. The MSLC is open
daily from 9am to 4pm. Denali National Park and Preserve collects an entrance fee year-round. The
entrance fee of $10 per person is good for seven days (visitors age 15 or younger are free).Interagency
Federal Recreation Passes such as the Annual, Senior, and Access Pass, and the Denali Annual Pass are
also valid for entry into the park and can be purchased at the MSLC. Additional information on winter
activities is available at www.nps.gov/dena/planyourvisit/winter-activities.htm or by calling (907) 6839532 from 9am to 4pm.
**January 22
HOMER - FORKS OVER KNIVES has been re-scheduled for 2:30 pm with doors opening at 2:00 at
the Homer Theatre. Once again admission is by donation and includes heart-healthy snacks. There will be
discussion and CHIP info afterwards.
**January 23
WASILLA - WASILLA SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD will meet at
10am at the Wasilla SWCD Office. Cooperators and the public are encouraged to attend.
Proposed agenda: Dennis De Young cooperator agreement, Glen Holt resignation letter, Election results,
Election of officers, Envirothon letter, and Review Pt. MacKenzie railroad route. There will be an
opportunity for public comment. For more information, please contact Carolyn Weimer, District
Manager, at 357-4563 ext. 103 or email carolyn@wasillaswcd.org.
January 23
HOMER - The HOMER FISH & GAME ADVISORY COMMITTEE will hold its election meeting
at 6pm at the NERSS building on Kachemak Bay Drive. Also on the agenda will be discussion of BOF
statewide shellfish issues. For more information contact Marv Peters at 235-2468.
January 24
TANANA - The TANANA RAMPART MANLEY FISH & GAME ADVISORY COMMITTEE will
hold a public meeting in Tanana in a location TBA at 11:30am. Agenda items will include: Tanana
Elections-3 Tanana Seats; 1 At large Seat and 3 Alternate seats; Interior BOG Comments; and Draft AYK
BOF proposals. For further information contact Nissa Pilcher at 907.459.7263, Fax 907.459.7258, or
email nissa.pilcher@alaska.gov
January 24
NINILCHIK - The CENTRAL PENINSULA FISH & GAME ADVISORY COMMITTEE will hold
its election meeting at 7 pm at the Ninilchik School. Also on the agenda will be discussion of Board of
Game actions taken, discussion of statewide finfish proposals to submit, and discussion of Southcentral
game proposals to submit. For more information contact David Martin at 567-3306.
**January 24 & 26
SITKA - The SITKA FISH AND GAME ADVISORY COMMITTEE will meet Tuesday and
Thursday to finish commenting on Fish Board proposals relating to hatchery salmon allocations and nonSitka herring. They will be having an election to fill the unexpired term for the (resident) sportfish seat at
the meeting on the 24. Meetings will begin at 6:30 in the classroom at the Sitka Sound Science center. For
further information, please contact Scott Crass, Regional Coordinator, at 465.4046.
**January 24, 31 & February 7
PALMER - SLUGS AND BUGS is the topic for the Mat-Su College 3-evening course (Organic
Gardening Series) to be held from 6:30 to 8:30pm. What do you do about those pests and molds in your
flowers, vegetables, and herbs? Learn effective techniques to prevent and to suppress them—by methods
that will not endanger your health or that of your child or dog. Instructors: ELLEN VANDE VISSE and
Dr. JEFF SMEENK. Non-credit. Register at www.matsu.alaska.edu or call 907-745-9746 or stop by
Mat-Su College on Trunk Rd.
January 25
SOLDOTNA - The KENAI/SOLDOTNA FISH & GAME ADVISORY COMMITTEE will hold its
election meeting at the Sports Center in Soldotna at 6:30pm. Also on the agenda will be a review of fish
proposals. For more information contact Bill Tappan at 260-6961.
January 25
COOPER LANDING - The KENAI/SOLDOTNA FISH & GAME ADVISORY COMMITTEE will
hold its election meeting Wednesday, January 25th at the Sports Center in Soldotna at 6:30 pm. Also on
the agenda will be a review of fish proposals. For more information contact Bill Tappan at 260-6961.
January 26
KODIAK - Roundtable Events: OCEAN ACIDIFICATION AND ALASKA FISHERIES will b held
at the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center (time to be confirmed) to discuss the potential and
actual impacts of ocean acidification on Alaska fisheries and livelihoods. Join us to help ensure that the
perspectives, experiences and concerns of Alaska fishermen, marine industries and coastal residents are
heard and understood as we work to address the impacts of ocean acidification in our waters and
communities. Presentation and Roundtable Discussion will be led by Dr. ROBERT FOY. For more
information, please contact Rachel Donkersloot at rachel@akmarine.org or 907-277-5362 or Izetta
Chambers at izetta.chambers@alaska.edu or (907) 842-8323.
January 27
SEWARD - The SEWARD FISH & GAME ADVISORY COMMITTEE will hold its election
meeting at the Council Chambers at 7pm. Also on the agenda will be discussion of the BOF shellfish
proposals. Public is encouraged to attend. For more information contact Jim McCracken at 362-3701
January 27
JUNEAU - JUNEAU DOUGLAS FISH & GAME ADVISORY COMMITTEE will meet at 8:30am
in the Centennial Hall, Egan Room. Agenda includes: Elections to Meeting And Elections to fill one
Charter fish - freshwater seat and one hunting seat. Following elections, the committee will be discussing
the Southeast/Yakutat Finfish proposals to be dealt with by the Board of Fisheries at the meeting in
Ketchikan in February. Anyone interested in either serving on the committee or speaking to the
committee about any of these issues is highly encouraged to attend this meeting. For further information,
please contact Mike Peterson, Chairman, at 723.8369 or Scott Crass, Regional Coordinator, at 907465.4046.
January 28
KETCHIKAN - AVALANCHE!-- Special two-hour program will be presented from 6 to 8:00pm at the
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center. TOM MATTICE, Emergency Programs Manager and Avalanche
Forecaster for the City and Borough of Juneau, will present an overview of Avalanche dynamics. This
program is geared toward the public and snow sports enthusiasts and will provide interactive scenarios
and hands-on learning for your winter backcountry pursuits.
**January 30, 31 & February 1
Open House/Public Meetings will be held at the following location to take comments on the proposal by
the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Statement
(EIS) to ANALYZE the EFFECTS of ISSUING MARINE MAMMAL INCIDENTAL TAKE
AUTHORIZATIONS under the MARINE MAMMAL PROTECTION ACT.
**January 30 - WAINWRIGHT – from 7 to 9pm at the Wainwright Community Center.
**January 31 - BARROW - from 7 to 9pm at the Inupiat Heritage Center.
**February 1 - KAKTOVIK - from 7 to 9pm at the Kaktovik Community Center.
These authorizations are issued to the oil and gas industry during offshore exploration activities, such as
geophysical seismic surveys or exploratory drilling, that take place in federal and state waters of the U.S.
Beaufort and Chukchi seas. The format for the public meetings will consist of an open house, followed by
an opportunity for comments. During the open house, representatives from NMFS, the cooperating
agencies, and third-party EIS team will be available to discuss the project and answer questions.
Transcripts of the public meetings will be prepared. Comments on the Draft EIS must be received by
February 28. Electronic copies of the document and more information are available at:
http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/permits/eis/arctic.htm.
**January 30
HUGHES - KOYUKUK RIVER FISH AND GAME ADVISORY COMMITTEE will hold a public
meeting at Noon at the Hughes School (this meeting was rescheduled due to weather conditions from
December 7). Agenda includes: • 2011 Moose Survey and Harvest Data; • Discussion on IM plan; •
Discussion & comment on Proposals before the BOG on Statewide and Interior Issues; • Yukon River
Season Update; • Call for Proposals, 2012 Board of Fish; Arctic, Yukon, Kuskokwim BOF to meet in
Anchorage next season; ? Proposals due by April 10, 2012; • Hughes Elections; • Election of
Representative and Alternate to Interior BOG, March 2-11, 2012 For further information contact Nissa
Pilcher at 907.459.7263, Fax 907.459.7258, or email nissa.pilcher@alaska.gov.
**January 31, February 1, February 2
Public hearings will be held at the following location on request for permit to APPLY PESTICIDES on
the RAILROAD RIGHT-of WAY between CLEAR and FAIRBANKS from the ALASKA
RAILROAD CORPORATION.
**January 31 - FAIRBANKS - from 4:30 to 6:30pm at the Westmark Hotel
**February 1 - WASILLA - from 4:30 to 6:30pm at Evangelo’s Restaurant, 2530 East Parks
Highway
**February 2 - TALKEETNA - 4:30 to 6:30pm at the North Susitna Institute
The permit request is to apply herbicide to a 16 foot wide strip of the railroad right-of-way on
approximately 60 miles of track beginning near Clear and proceeding north to Fairbanks.
The proposed products include Aquamaster, with EPA registration number 524-343, with active
ingredient glyphosate. This product requires the use of an additive, and the Railroad proposes to use the
product Agri-Dex. Aquamaster has the same active ingredient as Roundup and many other home use
products, and is approved for both terrestrial and aquatic use. Treatment is proposed for summer months
throughout the duration of the permit. The purpose is for vegetation maintenance is a Federal Railroad
Administration (FRA) requirement, and is necessary to allow track visibility and inspection, prevent
tripping hazards, and prevent accelerated deterioration of track components. Other vegetation control
methods have not been sufficient to meet FRA and safety requirements. Copies of the application are
available at http://dec.alaska.gov/eh/pest/publicnotice.htm. For specific information regarding the
application, contact Karin Hendrickson at (907) 376-1856, Fax (907) 376-2382, or email
Karin.Hendrickson@alaska.gov. Submit comments to Rebecca Colvin at 907-269-7802, Fax 907-2697600, or email Rebecca.colvin@alaska.gov.
**January 31
FAIRBANKS - ALASKA – AS SEEN FROM AN UNMANNED AIRCRAFT will be presented at
7pm in the WestMark Gold Room as part of the Science for Alaska Lecture Series. This lecture will
discuss recent, and ongoing unmanned aircraft operations that the University is conducting in Alaska. It
will highlight the unique capabilities and limitations of this emerging and rapidly developing technology
as well as recent research and systems development that the University has conducted in support of the
FAA and others to integrate these aircraft safely into the National Airspace. During the lecture several
aircraft platforms that the University operate will be on display. For additional information visit the
Science for Alaska Lecture Series website: http://www.uaf.edu/scienceforalaska/fbx-lectures/
**February 1
FAIRBANKS - MASTER FOOD PRESERVER WORKSHOP - BASICS will be held from 6 to 9;m
at the Food Bank Kitchen, 26th Avenue. Cost $15. Please call 474-2450 to register.
**February 4
PALMER - 6TH ANNUAL WINTER FAMILY FUN DAY at REFLECTIONS LAKE will be held
from 11am to 3pm at the Knik River Access Exit at Mile 31.5 of the Glenn Highway. Enjoy winter at
beautiful Reflections Lake on the Palmer Hay Flats State Game Refuge! Cross-country ski, snowshoe, ice
skate, or walk the circular path around the lake. Warming fires, hot cocoa, treats & coffee will keep you
toasty as we revel in the beauty of this picturesque lake. What a wonderful place to enjoy the great
Alaskan outdoors! Onsite volunteer assistance includes APH partners Alaska Trails & Mat-Su Ski Club.
Skis and snowshoes for adults & kids generously provided by R.E.I. Alaska, and skates by the Mat-Su
Borough Parks & Rec/Brett Memorial Ice Arena. Skiing, snowshoeing assistance & skating instruction
will be available; North America Outdoor Institute will teach avalanche safety. Listed as a National
Winter Trails Day event, this is an excellent opportunity to learn about these healthy winter sports and
have fun!
ITEMS OF INTEREST
**Are you INTERESTED IN WORKING ON LEADERSHIP SKILLS, FOCUSING YOUR
CAREER PATH, MOVING INTO THE ENVIRONMENTAL FIELD, or INCREASING YOUR
ALASKA NETWORK? Then AWEN'S MENTORSHIP PROGRAM may be right for you. Now in its
third year, the program matches women in earlier stages of their environmental career or community
activism with an experienced female mentor. The nine-month program includes an initial "retreat" day for
all participants, followed by opportunities for learning and networking, and monthly meetings with your
mentor. If you have any questions, or are interested in being a mentor please contact us at
awenalaska@gmail.com or call Melanie at 440-1964.
**PROTECTING SOUTHWESTERN ALASKA FROM INVASIVE SPECIES – A GUIDE IN
THE ENGLISH AND YUP’IK LANGUAGES is available at
http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5348027.pdf. The people’s strong sense of
stewardship, wealth of traditional knowledge, and limited routes of transportation are key components of
preventing invasive species from disrupting the ecosystems of Southwest Alaska. Learning how invasive
plants, insects and animals spread and interact with their environment, how other communities have
worked to prevent or eradicate them, and what resources exist to help control the spread of exotic
organisms may be critical to preserving the landscape and culture for future generations.
**To see a 5 minute video that tells the story of the CAMPAIGN TO PROTECT TANGLE LAKES
and to prevent it from becoming home to an industrial, foreign-owned mine, go to
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSor9nKgO-8.
**To TRACK MARINE DEBRIS FROM THE JAPAN TSUNAMI, go to
http://marinedebris.noaa.gov/info/japanfaqs.html. If you see debris that might be from the tsunami, please
report it to disasterdebris@noaa.gov. Include as accurate a description as possible of what you saw, and
where you saw it, as well as the potential linkage to the tsunami.
ALASKA LEADS THE NATION IN TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASES, with its mining operations
producing 90 percent of total in the four-state Pacific Northwest Region. A report from the US
Environmental Protection Agency said Alaska produced 835 million pounds of toxic chemicals at 32
facilities statewide. That’s a 20 percent increase, according to the 2010 Toxic Release Inventory.
Nationwide, the increase was 16 percent. Alaska’s top source of toxic chemical releases is Red Dog Mine
that produces a toxic chemical release total of 777 million pounds. Some 800,000 pounds of arsenic were
included in the list 14 different toxic materials released at Red Dog. There were also 300 million pounds
of lead compounds and 450 million pounds of zinc compounds at the mine. Other large Alaska mines that
release toxic chemicals include the Green’s Creek Mine in Juneau (47 million pounds) that produces
silver and the Pogo Mine near Delta Junction (7 million pounds). To see the report, go to
http://yosemite.epa.gov/R10/owcm.nsf/tri/2010data.
MOUNTAIN BIKING & HIKING IN THE MAT SU VALLEY has been produced by the Valley
Mountain Bikers and Hikers (VMBaH) as a guide to some of their favorite mountain biking and hiking
trails in the valley. In it you will find information on 20 trails located throughout the valley with color
maps and photographs. The guide includes some winter trails and tips on winter biking too. The cost is
$14.95, and they are available at Backcountry Bikes, Fireweed Books and Active Soles in Palmer; and
Pandemonium Books in Wasilla. This is a fundraiser for VMBaH. For more information, go to
www.vmbah.org.
Updated ANCHORAGE TO ZERO WASTE (A TO Z) GUIDE is available at
http://www.muni.org/Departments/SWS/Documents/AtoZGuide_fall2011web.pdf
INTENSIVE MANAGEMENT PROTOCOL, a new publication outlining procedures used by the
Alaska Department of Fish and Game to implement the laws on intensive management is now available at
www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=intensivemanagement.main. The document provides an overview
of legal, biological, social, and economic factors that we consider when ADF&g develops intensive
management programs. The statutes on intensive management were adopted by the legislature in 1994.
The law requires the Board of Game to establish population and harvest objectives for moose, caribou,
and deer populations in specific areas identified to be managed for high levels of harvest. If the Board
restricts harvests in intensive management areas, it must also adopt regulations designed to restore
harvests through management actions such as predator control and improvement of habitat. The law
allows exceptions if the Board determines that intensive management would be ineffective for scientific
reasons, inappropriate due to land ownership patterns, or against the best interest of subsistence uses. The
document outlines the protocol used by department staff in developing and implementing intensive
management programs. For more information, contact Tom Paragi at 907-459-7327 or email
tom.paragi@alaska.gov.
ALASKA COMMUNITY ACTION ON TOXICS (ACAT), a statewide environmental health and
justice organization promoting the reduction of toxics, is now OFFERING A GREEN CLEANING
SERVICE TO HOMES AND BUSINESSES IN THE ANCHORAGE AREA. The service is a
mission-related business, which means that a key purpose is to inform people about safe alternatives to
toxic cleaning products while offering a service to the community. ACAT uses only cleaning supplies that
have been verified by in-house researchers to be nontoxic. These include commercial cleaners, such as
Seventh Generation and Waxie brands, as well as basic cleaning ingredients including baking soda,
vinegar and lemon juice. ACAT cleaning staff pays special attention to effective dust removal since some
persistent chemicals bind to dust. The service to businesses includes dusting (windowsills, baseboards,
furnishings, window blinds), cleaning and vacuuming floors and carpets, cleaning kitchens and
bathrooms, and emptying trash. Call ACAT at (907)222-7714 for more information about services. A
donation of $25/hour/worker is suggested and all profits go to ACAT's programs. ACAT also offers
GREEN-CLEANING WORKSHOPS IN THE FORM OF HOUSE PARTIES to teach residents
about green cleaning and personal care. Call 222-7714 for more information about this program.
A great new Office of Response and Restoration (NOAA) ARCTIC OIL SPILL PLANNING AND
PREPAREDNESS IN KOTZEBUE: 500 MILES FROM HELP, PREPARING FOR THE WORST
IN A REMOTE ARCTIC VILLAGE is available at
http://usresponserestoration.wordpress.com/2011/12/09/preparing-oil-spills-arctic-village-kotzebuealaska/.
ALASKA COMMUNITY ACTION ON TOXICS (ACAT) is now OFFERING A GREEN
CLEANING SERVICE TO HOMES AND BUSINESSES IN THE ANCHORAGE AREA. The
service is a mission-related business, which means that a key purpose is to inform people about safe
alternatives to toxic cleaning products while offering a service to the community. ACAT uses only
cleaning supplies that have been verified by in-house researchers to be nontoxic. These include
commercial cleaners, such as Seventh Generation and Waxie brands, as well as basic cleaning ingredients
including baking soda, vinegar and lemon juice. ACAT cleaning staff pays special attention to effective
dust removal since some persistent chemicals bind to dust. The service to businesses includes dusting
(windowsills, baseboards, furnishings, window blinds), cleaning and vacuuming floors and carpets,
cleaning kitchens and bathrooms, and emptying trash. Call ACAT at (907)222-7714 for more information
about services. A donation of $25/hour/worker is suggested and all profits go to ACAT's programs.
ACAT also offers green-cleaning workshops in the form of house parties to teach residents about green
cleaning and personal care. Call 222-7714 for more information about this program.
HILLSIDE'S HOME AND LANDOWNERS ORGANIZATION (HALO) just released a REPORT
ON THE WELL WATER QUALITY ON THE HILLSIDE. It is an impressive report posted at
http://anchoragehalo.org/groundwaterquality.html.
INTERNSHIPS
**KACHEMAK BAY NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE in Homer is recruiting
college students for summer Volunteer internships. They are looking for 2 MARINE SCIENCE
EDUCATION INTERNS to work with Reserve staff from June 11 - August 18, 2012 to enhance the
experience of Homer visitors through interpretation, one-on-one assistance, and hands-on demonstration
related to a variety of marine/coastal environment themes at KBNERR Discovery Labs, outdoor Estuary
Hikes, and special events. Interns will also assist Research Reserve staff on science outreach and research
projects. Housing and a food stipend is provided. The deadline for applying is March 18. For more
information, contact Jessica Ryan with the Kachemak Bay Research Reserve at 907-226-4657 or email
jessica.ryan@alaska.gov.
The ALASKA SEALIFE CENTER is sponsoring AN INTERNSHIP PROGRAM FOR COLLEGE
STUDENTS OR RECENT GRADUATES who are interested in gaining an educational experience in a
world-class marine facility. ASLC internships offer a well-rounded, educational experience working in a
variety of areas within the Center. Depending on the type of internship, duties may include assisting
aquarium, avian or marine mammal staff with animal husbandry tasks; helping with marine-related
research projects as well as teaching and/or preparing lessons in our education department. Interns will be
required to participate in a variety of areas and all interns are required to participate to some extent in the
interpretive aspects of our operation. Please visit our website at, http://www.alaskasealife.org/New/aboutASLC/index.php?page=internship-program.php, for details and to apply.
INTERN OPPORTUNITIES 2012 in Homer. Application deadline January 23.
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION INTERN April-May. Positions available are geared towards
college seniors and recent college graduates. A great way to get your foot in the door in Environmental
Education! Begin the season by shadowing, training, and helping with programs for the first month and
then share the lead on programs in May. Programs based out of Peterson Bay Coastal Science Field
Station and the Kasitsna Bay Laboratory across from Homer, AK. Train as a residential instructor/group
leader for Alaska Coastal Ecology and Onboard Oceanography program field trips and activities for
school groups, grades 4-12. Duties will include instruction, leading beach and forest hikes, and
performing routine maintenance of aquaria. Field sites include Kachemak Bay, rocky intertidal areas of
outstanding diversity, a coastal forest trail system, and salt and freshwater wetlands. Requires knowledge
of basic intertidal, marine, and forest ecology; experience instructing and organizing school groups or
children, good physical condition, and ability to live and work in a residential situation with school
groups and other staff. Alaska or similar experience and experience with stocking and maintaining salt
water aquaria preferred. Two positions available. $1,000/mo +housing. For more information, contact
Jenni Medley, School Programs Coordinator, at (907) 235-6714 or Fax: (907) 235-6668.
VOLUNTEERS OPPORTUNITIES
DENALI EDUCATION CENTER SEEKS NEW BOARD MEMBERS. The Denali Education Center
board is composed of a dedicated group of individuals who actively work to fulfill the Denali Education
Center’s mission to foster understanding and appreciation of Denali through informative and inspiring
programs. A park partner, Denali Education Center offers youth programs in Denali National Park
through the Murie Science and Learning Center. The board supports and oversees Denali Education
Center operations, finances and staff, and engages in strategic planning that contributes to the
organization’s success. People eager to work on furthering the Denali Education Center’s mission are
encouraged to apply. Denali Education Center will hold an election for board members in April, 2012. To
learn more about our programs, visit www.denali.org. To apply, review the Board Member Position
Description and submit a completed Board Member Application Form to Toby Smith, Denali Education
Center, P.O. Box 212, Denali Park AK, 99755 or email it to tobydsmith@hotmail.com. For more
information, contact Board Chair Toby Smith at (907) 317-5726 or tobydsmith@hotmail.com. The
deadline for submitting your name is March 31.
WOMEN OF SCIENCE, GIRL SCOUT'S STEM PROGRAM to be held on February 4 need
volunteers to help inspire over 1,000 girls coming to UAA to experience hands-on programs to learn
about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math careers. Come and join an amazing team of Presenters
who connect with 20 girls in a college classroom for 30-45 minutes to engage them in learning more
about their world, and their place in it. Contact Kay Shoemaker at Girl Scouts of Alaska: (907) 273-0393
or kshoemaker@girlscoutsalaska.org for more information.
FAIRBANKS - INTERIOR ALASKA GREEN STAR is SEEKING NEW MEMBERS FOR ITS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS. If you care about promoting green living, recycling, and community
sustainability, this is the position for you. We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic people
to support Interior Alaska Green Star’s mission to encourage households and businesses to practice waste
reduction, energy conservation and pollution prevention. Benefits of becoming a board member include
forming meaningful and lasting connections in the community, contributing to the impact Interior Alaska
Green Star makes in our community, and supporting locally-based sustainable practices. If this sounds
good to you, we would love to hear from you! For more detailed information about the time commitment
and required duties, please visit: www.iagreenstar.org/participate/join-the-board for links to additional
information, or email us at info@iagreenstar.org.
MAT-SU/COPPER BASIN AREA CITIZENS ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS are needed. Each
member's term is three years, with an option to renew. Board members are recruited from the community
at large to represent the various recreational, historical, and cultural resource interests in a balanced
manner for the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation. The Citizen Advisory Board members fulfill an
important role of communication between Alaska State Parks and Mat-Su/Copper Basin communities. In
the past year, the board considered issues such as the Hatcher Pass Management Area Plan Revision, the
South Denali Project development, Fishhook Hydroelectric Projects, and cell towers in Denali State Park.
This year the board will be working on the Nancy Lake State Recreation Area Management Plan update,
the Denali State Park Trails Plan, and capital improvement projects in the Mat-Su/Copper Basin Area.
Each fall, the board assists with a legislative briefing for the Mat-Su Legislative Delegation. Board
meetings are held September through May, on the second Tuesday of each month, at the Wasilla Middle
School Library. Members from outlying areas can attend meetings telephonically. The board welcomes
the public to attend its monthly meetings. Go to http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/misc/brdappgeneric.pdf for
the on-line PDF application. Applications are also available at the state parks office at 7278 East Bogard
Road in Wasilla. For more information, contact the Park office at 745-8935.
Applications are currently being accepted for position(s) on the BIRD TREATMENT AND
LEARNING CENTER BOARD of DIRECTORS. We are seeking energetic and enthusiastic
individuals with financial, engineering and/or fundraising expertise. Candidates will be considered for
openings available in December 2011. Please consider joining the Bird Treatment and Learning Center
board to support the work of rehabilitating injured, orphaned and sick wild birds and providing
experiential, dynamic and science based education programs to the public. This is a working board; so
please apply only if you have the time and commitment to be an active participant. To apply send letter of
interest and background to execdirect@birdtlc.net.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
RURAL ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM COORDINATOR for AMERICORPS
VISTA LEADER NOTICE: YOU MUST HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED ONE YEAR OF
VISTA SERVICE TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION (AmeriCorps State, National, NCCC, and
PeaceCorps programs do not count). The VISTA Leader is stationed in Anchorage and supports 12
VISTA members, who will be spread out across the state, mostly in rural locations. VISTA members are
recruited locally and serve to build capacity for their home communities to better address local issues
through research, planning and implementation of sustainable projects, educational/outreach events and
community engagement initiatives focused around energy efficiency, awareness, renewable development
and conservation, cultural preservation, and local self-sufficiency. The VISTA Leader researches energy
efficiency, renewable energy, Alaska Native cultural traditions and values, and subsistence/food
systems/gardening practices. Leader organizes and facilitates in-service training, creates a VISTA
newsletter with input from other AK VISTA Leaders, updates social media, checks in with rural members
weekly, holds biweekly teleconferences, and assists in host site troubleshooting and general project
planning. The Leader attends conferences and trainings, travels to remote areas of Alaska off the road
system, and experiences working cross-culturally with Traditional Councils and Tribal Offices.
Applicants should be creative, good communicators, able to manage multiple tasks, be willing to serve as
a mentor to others, be willing to travel to rural Alaska, be willing to work with and under multiple
constituencies, have an affinity to learning about culture and sustainability, be familiar with Microsoft
programs and computer/internet tasks, enjoy project planning & writing & research/resource generation.
Please contact Jennifer Kehoe at jkehoe@ruralcap.com and apply on www.americorps.gov.
Two 2012 RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMS - The National Park Service and the Murie
Science and Learning Center (MSLC) are seeking applicants for two research fellowships that are
available to INDIVIDUALS WISHING to CONDUCT RESEARCH IN DENALI NATIONAL
PARK and PRESERVE and OTHER ARCTIC AND SUBARCTIC ALASKA NATIONAL
PARKS. The Discover Denali Research Fellowship is for research in or near Denali, and the Murie
Science and Learning Center Fellowship is for research taking place in Denali or other arctic or subarctic
Alaska national parks. The deadline for both fellowship applications is February 15 and a decision is
expected to be made by March 1, or soon thereafter. The fieldwork of fellowship recipients must be
arranged before September 1. The Discover Denali and the MSLC Fellowship Programs are designed to
assist graduate students, but may be appropriate for college and university faculty, state and federal
agency scientists, undergraduate students, and private-sector researchers. Proposals for research that will
help managers make decisions about critical resource issues are particularly encouraged. If an applicant
wants to be considered for both funding sources, only one application is needed; however, only one
fellowship may be received per applicant. More than one fellow is expected to be selected for each
program. Any previous fellow may reapply, but is not assured of additional funding. Applications for
2012 fellowships will be considered for funding requests up to $8000, to be used over one or two years.
An information guide about either of the fellowships, which includes specifics on how to apply and other
information helpful to the application process, may be downloaded
fromwww.nps.gov/dena/naturescience/discodena.htm. For more information contact Denali’s Research
Administrator Lucy Tyrrell at 907-683-6352 or email lucy_tyrrell@nps.gov.
EXTERNAL AFFAIRS MANAGER for the WORLD WILDLIFE FUND (WWF) to be located in
Anchorage. Full time position to provide key support for the Arctic Field Program’s conservation
strategy through communications and development. The ideal candidate is a skilled communications
and/or fundraising professional, with experience working in Alaska on natural resource use issues,
creativity, and passion for conservation. The Manager will work in a variety of media and with a diverse
array of private and public sector stakeholders. The Manager will report to the Managing Director of the
WWF-US Arctic Field Program and will work closely with the WWF-US communications and
development teams. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Develop local and regional communications
strategies for Alaska’s Arctic Field Program. Identify opportunities to communicate externally about
global Arctic issues/events to bolster WWF’s conservation and fundraising efforts in Alaska. Work with
the Alaska team to identify key opinion leaders in Alaska on selected issues and develop a strategy to
influence those individuals. Develop annual communication plans for WWF projects in the Arctic
(including Beaufort-Bering-Chukchi and Kamchatka). Work closely with senior Alaska team members to
plan events, timelines, and decision-making processes relative to OCS leasing, Pebble Mine, species, and
fisheries management processes. Assist with fundraising and donor communications. Oversee the
preparation of special donor reports. Qualifications: 8+ years of experience working in senior-level
communications or similar positions; Experience developing and successfully implementing external
communications plans; Deep familiarity with environment/natural resources issues in the north Pacific
and Arctic; Knowledge of Alaska and experience in community-level education preferred; Strong
interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse array of funders and colleagues;
Excellent oral communication and writing skills, and a polished and diplomatic style; Ability to thrive in
a team setting; Fiscal/budget management skills; Attention to detail and strong organizational skills;
Creativity, flexibility, and innovation; Ability to analyze, prioritize, and complete work with minimal
supervision; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Willingness to travel occasionally
(within the eco-region and to Washington, DC); Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. To Apply,
please go to http://www.ceaconsulting.com/what/position_details.aspx?client=CEA&jobId=179 to submit
a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. Please direct all applications and inquiries to CEA
Recruiting. This position will remain open until filled. For more information, visit
www.cearecruiting.com.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT for OCEAN RENEWABLE POWER COMPANY
(www.orpc.co) to support the Anchorage office and coordinate with the corporate and other development
offices, currently in Portland and Eastport, Maine, respectively. Responsibilities: Establish and maintain
office organizational systems, general administrative support, word processing, and the willingness to
tackle new tasks, learn new skills, and take on new responsibilities as needed in a growing company.
Qualifications: §Professional demeanor, demonstrates good communication skills (written and verbal), §
Knowledge of office technologies and software, experience with databases, §Experience coordinating
meetings and travel arrangements, §Attention to detail and accuracy, §Excellent organizational skills, and
§A bachelor’s degree is desirable. Hours and Compensation (may vary according to applicants’
situations): Ideal candidate will be hired at part time, or 20-30 hours/week, High potential for full time as
early as 3 months after date of hire. Benefits: Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Medical, Dental and 401K (varies
from part time to full time status). Please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to
kmauney@orpc.co or call (907)-339-7939 between 8am and Noon with any questions.
REGIONAL SUPERVISOR for the Dept. of Fish & Game, DIVISION OF WILDLIFE
CONSERVATION. This position will lead wildlife management programs for Region II, which includes
communities around South-central Alaska like Anchorage, Kodiak, Kenai Peninsula, and Cordova. This
position is located in the Anchorage Regional Office and has a regional staff of 36 professional, technical,
and administrative positions and four area offices. Program emphasis includes wildlife management and
research activities primarily on moose, bear, caribou, wolf, sheep, goat, elk, deer, and furbearers. The
primary responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: Overseeing approximately $4.9
million, comprised primarily from state and federal sources; Working cooperatively with state agencies,
elected officials, municipal governments, federal agencies, and non-profit organizations engaged in
wildlife conservation activities within the region; Serving as a member of the Division's senior
management team, which determines program direction and recommends policy for wildlife programs
statewide; Serving as a liaison to the Board of Game for developing and modifying hunting regulations
that affect the region. Significant management issues in this region include the following: human/wildlife
interactions (primarily bears and moose in urban areas), wildlife sanctuaries, state game refuge land, and
intensive management programs. Region II was comprised of eight area offices, but a recent
reorganization created two distinct organizational units, each with four offices. Travel to urban and rural
communities is associated with these activities, mostly by commercial or charter air carriers. The ideal
candidate will possess some or all of the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience (All of the
following traits must be documented in your applicant profile and cover letter. Failure to document your
relevant experience with each trait may jeopardize your chances of receiving an interview. If you don't
have experience with one or more of the traits listed below, simply say so.):Experience with wildlife
management and the aim of balancing the needs of wildlife with the needs of people; Expertise in
managing human/wildlife conflicts around urban environments; Experience with researching wildlife
species to support management programs; Experience with regulatory boards and developing regulations
and policy; Experience with interagency coordination; Experience with public relations; Experience with
personnel supervision; Experience with fiscal management of budgets. For full notice, go to
http://notes3.state.ak.us/wa/postapps.nsf/3fce5e59a6a3b75189256443007a8ed2/0fa4eb393760b93389257
97400636b24?OpenDocument. Deadline for application, January 30.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR for the NORTHERN ALASKA ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER (NAEC)
location: Fairbanks seeds an energetic leader and experienced manager with political acumen and broad
familiarity with environmental issues. The successful candidate will demonstrate a solid and longstanding conservation ethic and an ability to inspire, collaborate with and supervise a staff of seven;
fundraise successfully in a variety of contexts; and communicate effectively with donors, members and
the media. Excellent oral and written skills are a prerequisite, as is an ability to develop collaborative,
solutions-based outcomes within our local community and with state and national conservation partners.
Compensation: Salary: $56,000 - $70,000 per year DOE. Benefits: health insurance, paid vacation and
sick leave (after probationary period); exempt status. Negotiable incentives for outstanding performance
and/or longevity. Application process: Send resume, cover letter, and complete contact information for
three professional references to wdharrison@alaska.edu with subject line: NAEC ED application_Last
name_First name. Please convert all attachments to PDF format. Include in your cover letter your
qualifications for this position and a statement (1,000 words max) on the following topic: NAEC’s
organizational vision states, “We envision a naturally thriving, biologically and culturally diverse,
wildlands-rich, sustainable, inspiring and thoughtfully protected northern Alaska, forever.” This vision
leaves considerable room for a strong leader, working with the board and staff, to create effective
strategies for addressing opportunities and challenges in northern Alaska. What makes you this leader?
Start date: May 1, 2012. Review of applications will begin Feb 13, but applications will be accepted
until the position is filled. In addition to references provided by the applicant, NAEC reserves the right to
make additional inquiries or to contact any person listed on the applicant’s resume for a reference. To see
the full description and apply here go to http://northern.org/about-us/job-opportunities/executive-directorjob-opening.
MOUNTAIN VIEW REVITALIZATION PROJECT AMERICORPS VISTA POSITION for the
ANCHORAGE COMMUNITY LAND TRUST. Position will assist with the development and
revitalization of Mountain View as a diverse, vital, safe working class neighborhood; a 'community of
choice' where people can make a start and choose to stay and participate in the direction of their
community. The Anchorage Community Land Trust supports the community by acting as a land trust and
as a community development organization. The purchase of blighted property along Mountain View
Drive is one way we work in the community to upgrade and prepare sites for development in conjunction
with the wishes of Mountain View residents. Member Duties : Building capacity for a yearly
Community Summit project to build on the Mountain View Neighborhood Action Plan. Step 1: Finding
resources and understanding the process of developing a community summit to revisit the Mountain View
Neighborhood Action Plan. Step 2: Develop and Refine current project concept and proposal. Step 3:
Organizing and rallying community support and partners to make this event possible. Step 4: Capacity
building for the Neighborhood Action Plan Summit. Bringing together people, crafting appropriate
resources and objectives and creating sustainable means to carry on the Summit. Step 5: Hosting the 1st
Annual Mountain View Community Summit Step 6: Sustainability and Longevity: What can we learn
from the 1st community summit and How to make this process last? Program Benefits: Childcare
assistance if eligible, Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend, Health Coverage, Living
Allowance, Relocation Allowance, Training. Terms: Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoringagency
at any time. Service Areas: Community and Economic Development, Community Outreach,
Entrepreneur/Business, Neighborhood Revitalization. Skills: Communications, Community Organization,
Computers/Technology, Conflict Resolution, Education, Fund raising/Grant Writing, Leadership, Public
Speaking. APPLICANT MUST APPLY THROUGH AMERICORPS WEBSITE at
www.americorps.gov.
MANAGER, WESTERN LANDS INITIATIVE for the PEW ENVIRONMENT GROUP to be
located in Anchorage to promote policies and practices that protect the global environment, preserve
healthy forests and marine ecosystems. Responsibilities: To oversee all aspects of the Western Lands
Initiative project including: Collaborate with and assist local, state, and national conservation groups and
other stakeholders to formulate and implement strategic land protection campaign plans, strategy and
tactics; Advise partner groups on appropriate actions to take in the public policy arena. Coordinate with
Pew grassroots outreach, communications, and policy staff, including making tactical judgments and
taking appropriate initiative as necessary; Develop, manage and maintain the campaign plan for Pew's
engagement in the Integrated Activity Planning process for the National Petroleum Reserve - Alaska
(NPRA) which will involve close coordination with Pew's Oceans North Campaign; Identify and
implement other strategies to accord long-term protections to NPR-A lands while ensuring subsistence
needs are met; Develop, manage and maintain the campaign plan for non-NPR-A BLM lands; Ensure that
Pew, along with its partner groups, are fully engaged in any BLM planning processes and other agency
planning processes in Alaska through which we may gain protection for key areas; Represent Pew and
partner groups to the Bureau of Land Management leadership and staff in Alaska and Washington, D.C.
about Alaska BLM lands protection; Identify and implement other strategies to accord long-term
protections to Alaska BLM lands; and Develop a budget and write PFAs and contracts to implement
ourAlaska BLM plan. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with advanced degree preferred; Strong
background and experience in grassroots advocacy; Working knowledge and experience with federal
public lands issue; Understanding of the policy making process; A minimum of ten years of experience in
public education and outreach campaigns in ever increasing positions of responsibility; Available outside
normal business hours when essential to organizational priorities; Demonstrated strong analytical skills.
Ability to synthesize information and to focus quickly on the essence of an issue/problem, determine
whether it is ripe for intervention and identify the means to address it. A strong commitment to producing
measurable results; Excellent written and oral communications skills, including demonstrated ability to
summarize issues and means to address them. Strong oral, presentation, facilitation, and written
communication skills such that complex ideas, thoughts and concepts are clearly articulated for a general
audience. Clear, effective writing style. Travel: Frequent travel for site visits with partner organizations is
required for this position. For more information, go to https://jobs-pct.icims.com/jobs/2735/job or contact
Christine Dalpino, Manager, Talent Acquisition, at 202.540.6614 or email cdalpino@pewtrusts.org.
HOUSING SPECIALIST PROGRAM OFFICER for the JUNEAU ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COUNCIL to serve as the primary point of contact for public and community groups working to make
Juneau's housing costs more affordable. The Housing Specialist acts as a liaison between the Affordable
Housing Commission (AHC), the City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) and groups working in the areas of
low-cost housing development. The incumbent will maintain positive relationships and share relevant
information with groups supporting the homeless locally, regionally, and statewide. A full position
description and application instructions can be found at http://www.jedc.org/jobs.shtml.
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