Peg Tileston's What's Up
WHAT'S UP -- April 30, 2008 -- 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)
**mark those items that are new in this What’s Up.
Workshops, seminars, training & statewide events
Grants & Awards
Deadlines
Events & Meetings - Anchorage - Eagle River & Girdwood
Events & Meetings - Out of Anchorage
Items of Interest
Volunteer Opportunities
Positions Available
WORKSHOPS, SEMINARS, TRAINING & STATEWIDE TELECONFERENCED EVENTS
May 2 & 3
MAT-SU - SPRING MAT SU TAPPING: A PROJECT WILD AND LEARNING TREE WORKSHOP is scheduled at Teeland Middle. These workshop is designed to help educators and youth leaders teach others about wildlife, forestry, and conservation. Project WILD and Learning Tree are filled with hands on activities for educators, scout leaders, camp counselors, and home schooling parents. These curricula use wildlife and the forests to teach concepts and skills in the core subject areas. Participants receive activity guides and a handbook that correlates activities to the Alaska Education Standards. The cost of the training is 30 dollars for three activity packed books and 69 dollars if UAA ED 580 credit is desired. To register, email Matt Weaver at Matt.weaver@alaska.gov or 269-8481.
**May 6
Celebrate ALASKA AGRICULTURE DAY. Alaska Agriculture in the Classroom is marking the date with an Ag Literacy Project to help students understand the sources of their food, fabric, flowers and even some fuel. Guest readers are visiting classrooms with books on agriculture. For those teachers interested in celebrating Alaska Ag Day who didn't get a chance to sign up for a reader, there are activities for Alaska Ag Day on the Alaska AITC website at www.agclassroom.org/ak. For more information, contact Victoria at akaitc@alaskafb.org.
May 6 & 10
ANCHORAGE - POLAR-PALOOZA teams up with two other nationally known conservation education programs, PROJECT WILD and PROJECT LEARNING TREE will be held from 6 to 9pm on the May 6th and 9am to 4:30pm on May 10 at the Anchorage Museum. Teachers and students will explore the many ways the rapidly changing Arctic and Antarctic affect the health and functioning of the entire Earth system, no matter where we live. Meet the scientists and hear from Arctic residents tell personal stories of life and research in Polar Regions, supported by dramatic video footage and Internet resources. Delve into the realm of ice physics, endangered species, and global changes. The Poles are changing faster than anywhere else on our entire world. Learn how these changes are directly affecting Alaska and native Alaskans and how we can work together towards solutions. The workshop is available for credit. While open to all educators, the content and activities are geared toward middle and high school students. Teachers must attend both sessions. Contact John Tyson, Project WILD Coordinator for registration and more information at 907-267-2216 or john.tyson@alaska.gov.
May 7
SEWARD - RESURRECTION BAY WATERSHED WORKSHOP - RESURRECTION BAY CONSERVATION ALLIANCE (RBCA) will host a one-day workshop, at UAA's Institute of Marine Science, K.M. Rae Bldg. Auditorium, 9am to 5pm. The mission of the Watershed Program is to protect and enhance the Resurrection Bay watershed through habitat assessment, monitoring, public education and advocacy of science-based resource management. Goals of this public workshop are to: 1) Assemble scientists, land managers, university researchers, and other specialists to provide presentations on the ecology and status of the Resurrection Bay watershed; 2) Hold a panel discussion with representatives from other Alaska watershed partnerships to discuss the value and successes of watershed-based conservation in coastal Alaskan communities; 3) Provide a forum for residents and agencies to consider innovative approaches for achieving a diverse economy and a healthy watershed, and 4) Build partners in the Resurrection Bay Watershed Program and give RBCA input on projects that will lead to improved watershed health while encouraging sustainable economic development. Please join us for an important day of information sharing and to initiate a long-term, science-based effort to protect the ecological and economic health of the Resurrection Bay watershed. For questions contact RBCA at 224-4621. For more information visit http://www.rbca-alaska.org or email Matt Gray at mgrayrbca@gmail.com.
**May 8
DRAFT WATER CLIMATE CHANGE STRATEGY EPA Free Webcast will be shown from 2:30 to 4:30pm EDT (10:30 to 12:30 ADT) to discuss EPA's Draft National Water Program Strategy: Response to Climate Change. The agency recently distributed this draft strategy and is now seeking comment until May 27. The draft strategy represents an initial effort by EPA's National Water Program to identify potential impacts of climate change for clean water and drinking water programs, and to define actions both to adapt water programs to these impacts as well as to mitigate the release of greenhouse gases. The free webcast will highlight some of the key impacts on water resources and water programs, and key actions we are proposing. If you are interested in participating in this webcast or want a copy of the draft strategy go to http://www.epa.gov/water/climatechange/.
May 9 - 11
CORDOVA - COPPER RIVER DELTA SHOREBIRD FESTIVAL, one of Alaska's premier birding events. Kenai Fjords Tours and Prince William Sound Glacier Cruises offer a special tour providing roundtrip boat transportation from Whittier to Cordova using one of their 95' custom sightseeing vessels. The Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival provides the ideal opportunity for bird watchers to be part of this epic migration. Many activities, workshops and community events are offered throughout the festival. Join us at the Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival for activities, workshops, and community events in this authentic Alaskan fishing community! For more information visit www.kenaifjords.com or www.cordovachamber.com
May 9, 10 & 11
The 20TH ALASKA SEA KAYAK SYMPOSIUM - Information on Participant Tracks, Lectures, the Keynote Presentation, and registration can be found online at www.aksks.org. Aimed at the Beginner and Intermediate paddlers, the symposium offers a comprehensive introduction to the sport of sea kayaking. Participants receive 25 hours of instruction, including pool & lake sessions, the lecture series, and hands-on boat demonstrations. This year’s keynote speaker will be DENNIS EAGAN showing slide on his solo paddle between Southeast Alaska and Prince William Sound.
May 8 - 11
HOMER - The 16th ANNUAL KACHEMAK BAY SHOREBIRD FESTIVAL will be held. British author and birder, RICHARD CROSSLEY, will be the keynote speaker. From his travels around the world to time spent living in Cape May, Crossley will share lessons he learned while growing up in the wild British birding scene This year’s Festival theme is Shorebirds as International Ambassadors: Connecting Birds, Habitats and People. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced birder, or even the nonbirder in your group, you’ll enjoy this fun-for-the-entire-family weekend celebration. Lots of activities for the whole family. Complete Festival information is available at www.homeralaska.org/shorebird.htm or call 235-7740.
.May 8 - 10
GIRDWOOD - The first SPRING ALASKA DIALOGUE WE ARE ALASKANS - TODAY AND TOMORROW: CHALLENGES FACING EMERGING LEADERS will be held at the Alyeska Hotel and Resort. It is designed for current and emerging leaders interested in Alaska public policy issues and leadership development, and who have the ability to put aside special interests to work toward a common goal. Please contact Nils Andreassen at 907.351.4982 for more information or to find out how you can be involved in this dynamic process or go to http://www.institutenorth.org/servlet/content/alaska_dialogue.html.
May 8 & 10
FAIRBANKS - POLAR-PALOOZA teams up with two other nationally known conservation education programs, PROJECT WILD and PROJECT LEARNING TREE from 6 to 9pm on May 8 and from 9am to 4:30pm on May 10 at the Museum of the North. Teachers and students will explore the many ways the rapidly changing Arctic and Antarctic affect the health and functioning of the entire Earth system, no matter where we live. Meet the scientists and hear from Arctic residents tell personal stories of life and research in Polar Regions, supported by dramatic video footage and Internet resources. Delve into the realm of ice physics, endangered species, and global changes. The Poles are changing faster than anywhere else on our entire world. Learn how these changes are directly affecting Alaska and native Alaskans and how we can work together towards solutions. This workshop is available for credit. While open to all educators, the content and activities are geared toward middle and high school students. Teachers must attend both sessions. Contact John Tyson, Project WILD Coordinator for registration and more information at 907-267-2216 or john.tyson@alaska.gov.
May 16 (Teleconference)
SNOWMOBILE TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE (SnowTRAC ) will meet via teleconference from 2pm to 4pm, to discuss modifications to the 2008/2009 Snowmobile Trail Grant application. Depending on feedback from SnowTRAC applicants, nominations for the three vacant seats will also be made. The public is welcome to join us. Please contact Bill Luck at Bill.Luck@alaska.gov or 907-269-8699 if you would like to participate in this meeting
June 5 - 7
MCCARTHY - HISTORY OF MCCARTHY AND KENNECOTT at the Wrangell Mountains Center. This one-credit workshop for educators, guides, interpreters, and anyone interested in the local history will include a fun-filled two days learning about the history of the area from the mining days to the present. Speakers and instructors include National Park Service historians and local sourdoughs. Cost is $120 if you register by April 23, and $165 if you register after April 23. Cost includes dinner the first night and camping and food-storage facilities. Other lodging is available in the area. Partial scholarships are available. ED 580 Credit through Prince William Sound Community College is an additional $25. Last day to register is May 24. Contact Jessica Speed at the Wrangell Mountains Center wmc@alaska.net if you would like to register for this course or for more information.
June 7 - 9
MCCARTHY - CHANGING LANDSCAPES is a two-day intensive field-based course at the Wrangell Mountains Center. The course introduces the exciting and dynamic processes of glaciers, rivers, volcanoes, landslides and succession. The instructor is LILLY GOODMAN-ALLWRIGHT. Cost is $145 if you register by April 23, and $180 afterwards. Cost includes dinner the first night and camping and food-storage facilities. Other lodging is available in the area. Partial scholarships are available. ED 580 Credit through Prince William Sound Community College is an additional $25. Last day to register is May 15. Please contact Jessica Speed at the Wrangell Mountains Center wmc@alaska.net if you would like to register for the course or for more information.
June 11 -13
ANCHORAGE -The GRANT INSTITUTE'S GRANTS 101: PROFESSIONAL GRANT PROPOSAL WRITING WORKSHOP will be held from 8am to 5pm. The participants will receive certification in professional grant writing from the Institute. course is characterized by its ability to act as a thorough overview, introduction, and refresher at the same time. In this course, participants will learn the entire proposal writing process and complete the course with a solid understanding of not only the ideal proposal structure, but a holistic understanding of the essential factors, which determine whether or not a program gets funded. Through the completion of interactive exercises and activities, participants will complement expert lectures by putting proven techniques into practice. This course is designed for both the beginner looking for a thorough introduction and the intermediate looking for a refresher course that will strengthen their grant acquisition skills. Registration $597.00 tuition includes all materials and certificates. This class, simply put, is designed to get results by creating professional grant proposal writers. For more information call (888) 824 - 4424 or visit The Grant Institute at www.thegrantinstitute.com. To register, Send an e-mail with your name, organization, and basic contact information to info@thegrantinstitute.com.
June 18 - 22
SITKA - GIFTS of NATURE, GIFTS of CULTURE: WHO OWNS the COMMONS? The 24th Sitka Symposium faculty includes: WILLIAM deBUYS, professor of Documentary Studies at the College of Santa Fe; ALISON HAWTHORNE DEMING, author of three books of poems and three non-fiction books; VERNITA KATCHATAG HERDMAN, an Inupiaq from Unalakleet; and DON SNOW, Senior Lecturer of Environmental Humanities at Whitman College in Walla Walla, WA. The symposium will feature presentations, small group discussions, and readings exploring the remarkable features of the commons, privatization of the commonwealth, and innovative steps being taken to ensure that shared assets are held as our common wealth for generations to come. Enrollment, limited to 60 participants, is now open Registration fee: $350 by May 1, $375 after May 1. For more information and to register, contact 907-747-3794, island@ak.net or go to www.islandinstitutealaska.org.
**June 7 & 8
DENALI NATIONAL PARK – FIELD COURSE - GEOLOGY OF THE NENANA CANYON is a two day course offered by the Murie Science and Learning Center that will explore the Denali Fault and the Nenana River Canyon. The Denali Fault line is responsible for some of the most powerful earthquakes in North America. The glacial-fed Nenana River slices a path across the fault line and carves one of the most beautiful canyons in the state. The first day participants will explore the road corridor by van, hiking and investigating outcroppings and land features. On day two the exploration will continue by river, floating 20 miles of glacial valley into the spectacular Nenana Canyon. For more information or to register, go to www.murieslc.org, email courses@murieslc.org, or call 1-888-688-1269.
**June 16 – 18
DENALI NATIONAL PARK - ACCREDITED TEACHER TRAINING - USING iMOVIE TO CAPTURE INTEREST IN SCIENCE. Discover how iMovie helps students demonstrate abstract concepts and tackle project-based learning, renewing student interest in science. Participants will stay at a field camp located 29 miles inside Denali National Park along the Teklanika River. The Field Camp includes rustic tent cabins and a common dining tent. All meals, accommodations, transportation, instruction, and one professional development credit are included in the $340 course fee. Offered through the Murie Science and Learning Center. For more information or to register, go to www.murieslc.org, email courses@murieslc.org, or call 1-888-688-1269.
**June 19 - 22
DENALI NATIONAL PARK – ACCREDITED TEACHER TRAINING - SCIENCE WRITING IN THE HEART OF DENALI – Join the Alaska State Writing Consortium and the Murie Science and Learning Center for an exploration of science and writing. We will learn about Denali’s natural history and current research efforts as we develop our writing skills and discuss applications for our students. In this three-credit teacher training, we will discuss the connections between literacy and science and use these concepts to reinforce the Alaska State Standards for both language arts and science in grades K-12. Participants will stay at a field camp located 29 miles inside Denali National Park along the Teklanika River. The Field Camp includes rustic tent cabins and a common dining tent. All meals, accommodations, transportation, instruction, and three professional development credits are included in the $480 course fee. For more information or to register, go to www.murieslc.org, email courses@murieslc.org or call 1-888-688-1269.
**June 19 - 22
DENALI NATIONAL PARK – ACCREDITED TEACHER TRAINING - SCIENCE WRITING IN THE HEART OF DENALI – Join the Alaska State Writing Consortium and the Murie Science and Learning Center for an exploration of science and writing. We will learn about Denali’s natural history and current research efforts as we develop our writing skills and discuss applications for our students. In this three-credit teacher training, we will discuss the connections between literacy and science and use these concepts to reinforce the Alaska State Standards for both language arts and science in grades K-12. Participants will stay at a field camp located 29 miles inside Denali National Park along the Teklanika River. The Field Camp includes rustic tent cabins and a common dining tent. All meals, accommodations, transportation, instruction, and three professional development credits are included in the $480 course fee. For more information or to register, go to www.murieslc.org, email courses@murieslc.org or call 1-888-688-1269.
**June 27 – 29
DENALI NATIONAL PARK - FIELD COURSE - DALL SHEEP AND THEIR PREDATORS will be offered by the Murie Science and Learning Center. Learn why sheep are so important in Denali by studying their natural history and the predators that depend on them. Participants will stay at a field camp located 29 miles inside Denali National Park along the Teklanika River. The Field Camp includes rustic tent cabins and a common dining tent. All meals, accommodations, transportation, and instruction are included in the $320 course fee. The course begins at 6:30pm on the first day and ends at 4:00pm on the last day. More information: www.murieslc.org, courses@murieslc.org, or toll free 1-888-688-1269.
Nothing available this issue.
May 6 (Additional listings)
Deadline for comments of the following Multi-Agency (State and Federal) applications for HARDROCK MINING EXPLORATION in the following locations:
YENTNA MINING DISTRICT near TYONEK APMA A20083042 (due 5/6)
ALASKA PENINSULA MINING DISTRICT in the LAKE & PENINSULA BOROUGH APMA A20083046 (due 5/6)
MCGRATH MINING DISTRICT APMA A20083044 (comments due 5/13)
Div. of Mining, Land & Water proposes to issue a MISCELLANEOUS LAND USE PERMIT for mining and/or exploration activity on state mining claims as well as reclamation approval on state or private lands. WINTER CROSS COUNTRY TRAVEL on state lands not within state mining claims may also be authorized. WATER RIGHTS or TEMPORARY WATER USE PERMITS may be issued and state land use beyond the mining claims will be adjudicated by DNR. Applications for mining-related activity within the Coastal Zone require a Consistency determination by the Division of Coastal and Ocean Management (DCOM) (See (http://notes4.state.ak.us/pn/pubnotic.nsf/PNByDeptActive?OpenView&Start=1&Count=30&Expand=12.4#12.4) for those projects that have not previously been found consistent with the Alaska Coastal Management Program (ACMP). Additional information may be found at the Alaska Coastal Management Program (ACMP) website at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/acmp/.
DNR authorizations include Alaska Coastal Zone Consistency, Water Use Permits, Miscellaneous Land Use Permits, Approved Plan of Operations, and Reclamation Plan of Approval for a Mining Operation. Comments about this activity will receive consideration even though this is a COURTESY NOTICE provided they are received within 14 days (21 days for locations within the Coastal Zone) from the posting date of this notice. Other State Agencies which use this application include the Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Fish and Game (ADF&G) and Revenue (DOA). Federal Agencies include the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), and U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) also reviews this application. These agencies adjudicate this application for the permits they require for mining related activities. Their adjudication may include additional separate notice and there is the opportunity to comment on the same activity to each of the agencies. Mining Fact Sheets about the Agencies which receive the application can be found at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/factsht/mine_fs/apmathru.pdf and http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/factsht/mine_fs/fed_permits.pdf. A more detailed discussion of the agencies that use this application is given in the application itself http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/forms/08apma/placer.pdf . For more information or to submitcomments, contact Jack Kerin by phone at (907) 451-2736, by fax at 451-2703, by email at jack.kerin@alaska.gov, Linda Books by phone (907) 269-8647, by fax at 269-8949, by email at linda.books@alaska.gov for Southcentral or Southeast Regions.
May 2, 6 (Additional listings)
Deadline for comments of the following MULTI-AGENCY (STATE AND FEDERAL) APPLICATIONS for PLACER MINING in the following locations:
CHANDALAR MINING DISTRICT near the town of WISEMAN APMA F20087348 (comments due 5/2)
HOT SPRINGS MINING DISTRICT near the town of MANLEY HOT SPRINGS APMA F20089484 (due comments 5/2)
NOME MINING DISTRICT near the town of NOME APMA F20089893 (comments due 5/2)
YENTNA MINING DISTRICT near TALKEETNA APMA A20083045, APMA A20083047, APMA A20086348 (comments due 5/6)
FORTYMILE MINING DISTRICT near the town of BOUNDARY APMA F20085923 (comments due 5/6)
CIRCLE MINING DISTRICT near the town of CIRCLE HOT SPRINGS APMA F20087289 (comments due 5/6/)
HUGHES MINING DISTRICT near the town of HUGHES APMA F20089902 (comments due 5/6)
KOUGAROK MINING DISTRICT near the town of MARY'S IGLOO Bering Straits CRSA: APMA F20089398 (comments due 5/12)
VALDEZ CREEK MINING DISTRICT APMA A20082794 (comments due 5/13)
YENTNA MINING DISTRICT APMA A20083033, APMA A20085550 (comments due on 5/13)
INNOKO MINING DISTRICT APMA A20085570 (comments due 5/13)
FAIRBANKS MINING DISTRICT near the town of FAIRBANKS APMA F20087018 (comments due 4/7)
FORTYMILE MINING DISTRICT near the town of BOUNDARY APMA F20089124, APMA F20089168 (comments due 5/7)
NAME MINING DISTRICT near the town of NAME APMA F20089402 (comments due 5/7)
KOYUKUK MINING DISTRICT near the town of WISEMAN APMA F20089517 (comments for on 5/18)
The Mining Section of the Div. of Mining, Land & Water proposes to issue a MISCELLANEOUS LAND USE PERMIT for MINING and/or EXPLORATION ACTIVITY on state mining claims as well as reclamation approval on state or private lands. WINTER CROSS COUNTRY TRAVEL on state lands not within state mining claims may also be authorized. WATER RIGHTS or TEMPORARY WATER USE PERMITS may be issued and state land use beyond the mining claims will be adjudicated by DNR. Applications for mining-related activity within the Coastal Zone require a Consistency determination by the Division of Coastal and Ocean Management (DCOM). (See http://notes4.state.ak.us/pn/pubnotic.nsf/PNByDeptActive?OpenView&Start=1&Count=30&Expand=12.4#12.4 of this web site for those projects that have not previously been found consistent with the Alaska Coastal Management Program (ACMP). Additional information may be found at the Alaska Coastal Management Program (ACMP) website at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/acmp/ since the proposed activity does not include the disposal of a state interest and the authorization is a revocable permit. Your comments about this activity will receive consideration even though this is a courtesy notice provided they are received within 14 days (21 days for locations within the Coastal Zone) from the posting date of this notice. Other State Agencies which use this application include the Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Fish and Game (ADF&G) and Revenue (DOA). Federal Agencies include the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), and U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) also reviews this application. These agencies adjudicate this application for the permits they require for mining related activities. Their adjudication may include additional separate notice and there is the opportunity to comment on the same activity to each of the agencies. Mining Fact Sheets about the Agencies which receive the application can be found at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/factsht/mine_fs/apmathru.pdf and http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/factsht/mine_fs/fed_permits.pdf. A more detailed discussion of the agencies that use this application is given in the application itself http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/forms/08apma/placer.pdf. For more information or to submit comments, contact Jack Kerin by phone at (907) 451-2736, by fax at 451-2703, by email at jack.kerin@alaska.gov for the Northern Region and Linda Books by phone (907) 269-8647, by fax at 269-8949, by email at linda.books@alaska.gov. for the Southcentral or Southeast Region.
May 2
Comments are due on proposal to renew an AIR QUALITY AIR CONTROL OPERATING PERMIT for the GEORGE SULLIVAN GENERATION PLANT TWO in Anchorage. The potential annual emissions of regulated air pollutants at the source will not exceed: 79 tons of Particulate Matter; 3811 tons of Nitrogen Oxides, 42.1 tons of Sulfur Dioxide, 976 tons of Carbon Monoxide, and 25.5 tons of Volatile Organic Compounds. The total emissions of regulated air pollutants is 4,934 tons per year. Copy of the draft permit and statement of Basis are available at http://www.dec.state.ak.us/air/ap/calendar.htm.
May 2
Deadline for comments are due on the KNIK RIVER PUBLIC USE AREA DRAFT MANAGEMENT PLAN. The goal of the review has been to provide comments and recommendations to ensure protections for the wildlife and critical habitat, and safeguard the rights of those who prefer to enjoy the area and trails without the aid of a motorized vehicle. The plan is available at www.knikriver.alaska.gov.An online public comment form is available at www.knikriver.alaska.gov/comments/index.cfm.
May 3
Deadline for comments on the request for renewal of an AIR QUALITY CONTROL OPERATING PERMIT of the George M. Sullivan Generation Plant Two in Anchorage. The potential annual emissions of regulated air pollutants at the source will not exceed 79.0 tons of Particulate Matter-10 Microns, 3811 tons of Nitrogen Oxides, 42.1 tons of Sulfur Dioxide, 976 tons of Carbon Monoxide, and 25.5 tons of Volatile Organic Compounds. The total emissions of regulated air pollutants is 4,934 tons per year. The draft Operating Permit and Statement of Basis are available at http://www.dec.state.ak.us/air/ap/calendar.htm. For more information or to submit comments, contact Debra Dalcher at debra.dalcher@alaska.gov.
May 5
JUNEAU - Comments are due on the application for an AIR QUALITY CONTROL OPERATING PERMIT for GREEN’S CREEK MINE emissions from Diesel generators, a turbine generator, diesel-driven equipment associated with subsurface mining, ball and sag mill with crushers. The potential annual emissions of regulated air pollutants at the source will not exceed: 30.8 tons of Particulate Matter, 563.8 tons of Nitrogen Oxides, 43.5 tons of Sulfur Dioxide, 181.4 tons of Carbon Monoxide, and 37.7 tons of Volatile Organic Compounds. The total emissions of regulated air pollutants is 857.2 tons per year. The draft Operating Permit and Statement of Basis are available at http://www.dec.state.ak.us/air/ap/calendar.htm. For more information or to submit comments, contact Debra Dalcher at debra.dalcher@alaska.gov.
May 5
Deadline for comments on the proposal to CONVEY APPROXIMATELY 14 ACRES of lands in the MENDENHALL WESTLANDS STATE GAME REFUGE from DNR and ADFG to the Juneau International Airport/city & Borough of Juneau (DBJ) to allow expansion of the runway areas so it meets FAA’s required safety areas. Two parcels will be conveyed; one is about 2 acres located at the east end of the runway, the second is about 12 acres located at the west end. The Refuge Plan recognizes CBJ may acquire refuge lands for airpost expansion, but a requirement is that impacts must be mitigated. A mitigation plan has identified and upon approval of the project will allocate funds to purchase replacement land equivalent to the functional capacity unit acreage that is conveyed. Both DNR and ADFG must agree to accept land acquired for refuge mitigation. The East End Runway Sough will be filled to the eastern runway safety area, and a new slough will be constructed that will be similar to the existing slough and maintain hydrologic connection with Fritz Cove. To see a copy of the information, contact the Div. Of Mining, Land & Water at 400 Willoughby Ave. PO Box 11020, Juneau 99811-1020.For more information or to submit comments, contact Jim Anderson at 907-465-3427 or Tom Schumacher at 907-465-4346 or tom.schumacher@alaka.gov.
May 10
KOTZEBUE Comments are due on the proposed SHORE AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION. The project subject to this consistency review is the RECONSTRUCTION OF SHORE AVENUE from LAKE STREET to the CROWLEY MARINE DOCK. Reconstruction will include paving and widening Shore Avenue, while also adding sidewalks, a bike path, parking areas, curbs and gutters, and an erosion protection revetment on the seaside. A complete copy of the project packet is available at ftp://ftp.dnr.state.ak.us/dcom/ADOTPF_KotzebueShoreReconstruction The project is being reviewed for consistency with the Alaska Coastal Management Program. Comments about inconsistency must identify the relevant enforceable policy and explain how the project is not consistent with that policy. For more information or to submit comments, contact Jim Renkert, Project Review Coordinator, Alaska Coastal Management Program, at 907-269-0029, Fax: 907-269-3981or email jim.renkert@alaska.gov. For information concerning the Coastal Management Program, go to http://www.alaskacoast.state.ak.us/
May 12
Comments are due on proposal to renew the AIR QUALITY OPERATING PERMIT for emission units at the KUPARUK SEAWATER TREATMENT PLANT operated by ConocoPhillips Alaska Inc. The stationary source processes raw seawater for use in water flooding projects throughout the Kuparuk field. The potential annual emissions of regulated air contaminants at the source will not exceed: 20 tons of Particulate Matter (PM-10), 292 tons of Nitrogen Oxides (NOx), 50 tons of Sulfur Dioxide (SO2), 157 tons of Carbon Monoxide (CO), and 8 tons of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC). The total emissions of regulated air contaminants are 527 tons per year. The draft renewal Operating Permit and Statement of Basis are also available at ADEC’s website at: http://www.dec.state.ak.us/air/ap/calendar.htm. For more information or to submit comments, contact Ms. Debra Dalcher, Operating Permits Supervisor ADEC at 619 E. Ship Creek, Suite 249, Anchorage, AK 99501
May 14
Deadline for comments on proposed regulations to amend the SUBSISTENCE FISHERY RULES for PACIFIC HALIBUT in WATERS in and OFF ALASKA. These regulations are necessary to address subsistence halibut management concerns in densely populated areas. This action is intended to support the conservation and management provisions of the Northern Pacific Halibut Act of 1982. To see the Federal Register notice, go to http://www.fakr.noaa.gov/prules/73fr20008.pdf. Submit all electronic public comments via the Federal eRulemaking Portal website at http://www.regulations.gov. For further information contact: Becky Carls, 907–5867228 or becky.carls@noaa.gov , or Peggy Murphy, 907–586–7228 or peggy.murphy@noaa.gov. All comments received are a part of the public record and will be posted to http://www.regulations.gov without change.
May 15
Deadline for scoping comments on the proposed project at Stevens International Airport that include; extending the east-west runway, realigning taxiway, relocating the access road around the runway extension, relocating the perimeter fence, clearing obstructions between the Airport Surveillance Radar and the runway threshold, relocating FAA buildings, modifying approach procedures, and acquiring additional right-of-way. The project is available at www.ANC7RRunwayextensionproject.net. For more information, contact Gary Lincoln at 907-269-0606 or Robin Reich at 907-633-2000. Send comments to Robin.Reich@hdrinc.com.
May 16
Deadline for nominations for the SNOWMOBILE TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE (SnowTRAC) for vacancy representing Anchorage, Copper River Basin / Mat-Su, and Kenai /Valdez / Prince William Sound. Duties of board members include assisting the Division by providing a broad spectrum of citizen input on evaluating grant proposals and making funding recommendations for the Snowmobile Trails Program. DPOR is seeking commitment from individuals with special knowledge, experience, and interest in snowmobile recreation and grant-funded programs. Once appointed, each position shall last for a term of three years. If you would like to be considered for appointment on SnowTRAC, please submit a letter of interest that describes your professional background and recreational snowmobile interests. A current resume is required and replaces the need for completing an application. All resumes and letters of interest should be submitted to Bill Luck, the State Trails Coordinator, via email at Bill.Luck@alaska.gov, or Faxed to 907-269-8907. For additional information regarding SnowTRAC or the Snowmobile Trails Program, contact Bill Luck at Bill.Luck@alaska.gov or 907-269-8699.
**May 18
Comments are due on request for approval of an OIL DISCHARGE PREVENTION and CONTINGENCY Plan for Sause Bros. Inc to conduct OIL TRANSFER to and from onshore bulk storage terminals using tank barges in Southeast, Prince William Sound and Cook Inlet regions. For more information or to submit comments, contact Martin Farris at martin.farris@alaska.gov.
**May 19 (Deadline extended from April 18)
Deadline for comments on the PROPOSED LAND EXCHANGE, YUKON FLATS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) has been extended. The entire Draft Environmental Impact Statement, as well as a summary, may be downloaded or viewed at http://YukonFlatseis.ensr.com. The proposed action is a land exchange between Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuge and Doyon, Limited, an Alaska Native Regional Corporation.. The exchange would provide Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuge with a minimum of 150,000 acres of priority habitats currently owned by Doyon. In exchange for these lands, Doyon would receive title to 110,000 acres of Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuge lands that may hold developable oil and gas resources, as well as an adjacent 97,000 acres of oil/gas interests (the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service would retain surface ownership of the latter). The Draft Environmental Impact Statement analyzes two additional exchange alternatives and a No Action Alternative. Each alternative evaluates the potential environmental and social effects that could result from the proposed land exchange and subsequent oil development. Public comments may be submitted online at the above web address or by mail to: Yukon Flats EIS Project Office, c/o ENSR, 1835 S. Bragaw Street, Suite 490, Anchorage, Alaska 99508-3438. Additional information is available from the Project Coordinator at (907)786-3463 or on the web at http://YukonFlatseis.ensr.com.
**May 23
Comments are due on the request for a transfer of the CHUITNA EXPLORATION PERMIT (# 02-83-795) from the William Herbert Hunt Trust Estate to PacRim Coal, LP. The permit exploration area is located approximately 11 miles north west of Tyonek and consists of 20,650 acres, all within the boundaries of the five coal leases with ADL numbers 36911, 36913, 36914, 37002, and 59502. The referenced coal leases grant the right to enter land for the purposes of conducting exploration, mining, and reclamation activities. The Department of Natural Resources holds a Statement of Qualifications, Notice of Intent to Explore, and an Exploration Permit Application submitted by PacRim Coal. PacRim Coal will submit proof that the current bond amount of $145,000 will be maintained or replaced in full before permit transfer is approved. Copies of the application and the existing exploration permit are available for review at the Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land, and Water, 550 West 7th Ave, Suite 920, Anchorage, AK 99501-3577. For more information or to submit comments, contact Chuck White at chuck.white@alaska.gov for 907-269-8635.
**May 23
Deadline for comments on the Draft Regulations for ALASKA SURFACE COAL MINING CONTROL and RECLAMATION ACT. Alaska has adopted a slightly modified version of the federal coal mining regulations as its own regulation is order to maintain consistency with the state ASCMCRA statutes while providing a coordinated and efficient management scheme of coal mining in the state. Over the last several years the federal government has adopted numerous changes to the SMCRA regulations. As a result, Alaska’s coal mining regulations are no longer consistent with the federal SMCRA regulations. I the state regulations are not made consistent with the federal regulations, the state risks withdrawal of federal approval of the state program. To see the proposed regulation changes, go to http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/m/w/hottopics. For more information, contact Joseph Joyner at 907-269-8511.
**May 24
NOME - Comments are due proposal for a 1 year plan to suction dredge mine for gold from a barge in Norton Sound. Approximately 18,000 cubic yards of material are expected to be processed per year offshore of Nome in Norton Sound. The material would pass through the suction dredge and travel over an attached shaker screen with 7/16 inch openings. Material too large to pass through the screen would be deposited directly into the cut. Material small enough to pass through the screen would be pumped to the support barge and pass over jigs and sluices to recover the gold. The jig and sluice discharge would be deposited into the mined cut on top of the oversized material. The nozzle size of the suction dredge is 15 inches, with an engine horse power of 90. The applicant would be working at a depth of about 20 feet on a barge sized 26 feet by 50 feet. The project would occur from June to October. Review documents are available at ftp://ftp.dnr.state.ak.us/dcom/NomeDredge/. For more information or to submit comments, contact Melinda O'Donnell, Project Review Coordinator Alaska Coastal Management Program, DCOM, at 907-269-7480 Fax: 907-269-3981, or email: Melinda.ODonnell@alaska.gov.
EVENTS & MEETINGS - ANCHORAGE - EAGLE RIVER & GIRDWOOD
**May 1
CLIMATE CHANGE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES is the topic for a lecture to be given by Dr. ROBERT W. CORELL at 7:30pm in the Wendy Williamson Auditorium. Corell will address how the Arctic region, more than any other region in the world, provides a bellwether, a "canary-in-the-mine" for the world at-large as climate change impacts more directly lower latitudes in the coming decades. Dr. Corell will discuss how climate change is taking place within the context of many other ongoing changes, including globalization, poverty and hunger, land use changes, rapid growth in the human population, and changes in cultural, governance, and economic conditions. He will explain how impacts on the environment and society result not from climate change alone, but from the interplay of all of these changes.
**May 1
ALASKA SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD OF SUPERVISORS will meet beginning at 3pm at 550 W. 7th Ave, Suite 1400 and by teleconference. The meeting will immediately follow the meeting of the NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION and DEVELOPMENT BOARD. Cooperators and the public are encouraged to attend. To attend by teleconference, please dial toll-free at 1-888-305-8185. Enter Conference Code 2039394#.
Proposed agenda includes: Alaska Moose Federation & Statewide Taskforce Update, Invasive Plants Poster, Youth Outreach Program, SE Alaska Cooperators, Alaska Cruise Association Roundtable Membership, Election of Officers, and Draft FY09 NRCS Plan of Work. For further information, please contact Ryan Stencel, Operations Manager, at 907-830-3578 or by e-mail at RMStencel@aol.com.
May 1
Learn How to design a RAIN GARDEN RAIN GARDEN TRAINING will be held from 11am to 12pm in the Municipality of Anchorage Main Training Room, Public Works Building, 4700 Elmore Road. The Municipality of Anchorage is offering a cost share program for residents installing rain gardens on their property. Part of this program is the “certification” of landscapers by the MOA to install rain Gardens. Only “certified” landscaper costs will be eligible for the cost share program. Landscapers will be certified by the MOA after they attend a training like the one offered below. More information on the program can be found at www.anchorageraingardens.com. For more information or to RSVP, contact Lindsey Kendall at 644-2004 or email lindsey.kendall@hdrinc.com.
**May 2
Professors JERRY MCBEATH and MATTHEW BERMAN discuss their new book The POLITICAL ECONOMY OF OIL IN ALASKA: MULTINATIONALS VS. THE STATE from 1 to 3pm at the UAA Campus Bookstore. Their conclusions focusing on Alaska and other oil-producing regions of the world, Alaska's dependant relationship with the oil industry, and the relevance of Alaska's situation for other oil producing regions will be highlighted. Dr. Jerry McBeath is professor of Political Science at University of Alaska Fairbanks. His areas of research include Alaska state and local government, the Alaska Constitution, Alaska Native politics and environmental politics. Dr. Matthew Berman is professor of Economics at Institute of Social & Economic Research/UAA. His primary areas of study are economic organization and socio-ecological systems. Everyone is welcome to attend this UAA Campus Bookstore event, ask questions and learn how to secure a better future for Alaska. For more information contact Rachel Epstein at 786-4782. Friday parking is free at UAA
**May 3
ALASKA COMMON GROUND ANNUAL MEETING will be held from 9:30am to 1pm at the Anchorage Senior Center, 1300 E. 19th Ave. The program, SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FOR ALASKA'S RAILBELT: A MENU OF SOLUTIONS?, will start at 10:30am. CHRIS ROSE, Executive Director of the Renewable Energy Alaska Project (REAP), will discuss trends in railbelt energy supply, technical, and economic prospects for renewable energy sources, and policies for the railbelt to accelerate a transition to a sustainable energy economy. Commentators MARK FOSTER, private utilities consultant and engineer, former commissioner, Alaska Public Utilities Commission STEVE HAAGENSON, State Energy Coordinator/Executive Director, Alaska Energy Authority, former President/CEO Golden Valley Electric Association, ERIC YOULD, TDX Power, Inc., former Executive Director, Alaska Power Association and Alaska Power Authority will respond, followed by questions and comments from the audience. For more information, go to www.akcommonground.org.
May 3
SOLAR PV AND SOLAR HOT WATER FOR YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL WORKSHOP will be held from 9am to 4pm (with one hour break for lunch, noon to 1pm) at the Anchorage Unitarian Fellowship, 3210 Turnagain St. Free on-site parking, free coffee & tea, indoor classroom & outdoor solar workshop area..In the morning you will learn what new solar pv technologies are available in Alaska and how to size a pv array for on-grid or off-grid installation. In the afternoon session you will learn what new solar thermal technologies are available in Alaska (flat plate and evacuated tubes), and how to size a basic residential system. The basics of financial evaluation of a solar pv and solar thermal system will be covered. The last portion of the class will be outside and will include a hands on demonstration of a grid tie solar pv system, flat plate collector, and an evacuated tube solar thermal system. All who attend will receive a 10% discount on new renewable energy books on sale at the workshop. Cost: $60 for full-time students;$80 for working folks and others. Lunch: Bring your own, or join our group delivery order from the Organic Oasis (menus will be provided at the start of workshop, please note that lunch is not included in workshop fee). Instructors: ANDY BAKER, Independent Clean Energy Consultant. To Register: Call 907-274-2007, or by mail: please provide your name, address, phone, email, and send it with payment to: YourCleanEnergy, 308 G Street #212, Anchorage AK 99501. Seating is limited to 20, register early. All payments must be made in full in advance. Please make checks payable to YourCleanEnergy; visa or mc credit cards also accepted. If a workshop is sold out, you can add your name to a waiting list and you will be contacted immediately should a space become available. For more information, call 274-2007, 907-350-2084, or go to http://www.yourcleanenergy.us.
May 5
CHUGIAK - Public hearing will be held at the PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION at 6pm in the Assembly Chambers, Loussac Library on a conditional use permit for a NATURAL RESOURCE EXTRACTION (gravel) in the I-1SL (light industrial with special limitations) zoning district located east of Old Glenn Highway at the Moose Horn Business Park. For more information, contact Tim Potter at tpotter@dowl.com, 907-562-2000 or FAX: 907-563-3953.
May 5 & 7
Three public hearings will be held to discuss PROPOSED CHANGES to PEOPLE MOVER and AnchorageRIDES, PEOPLE MOVER ROUTE ANALYSIS & FIVE-YEAR PLAN and PEOPLE MOVER PROGRAM of PROJECTS.
May 5 - EAGLE RIVER - 5 to 7pm with presentation at 5:15 at Eagle River Community Meeting Room (11901 Business Blvd. Above Garcia’s)
May 7 - Two meetings - both held in the Mayor’s Conference Room, City Hall 830
11:30am to 1pm, with presentation at 11:45am.
4:30 to 6pm , with presentation at 4:45
For more information, go to www.peoplemover.org.
**May 6 (Rescheduled from April 29)
Public hearing will be held on the ANCHORAGE RECYCLING PLAN at the Assembly meeting beginning at 6:30pm at the Loussac Library.
May 6
The Assembly is scheduled to begin public hearings on Chapters 4, 5, and 6 of TITLE 21 - ZONING DISTRICTS beginning at 6pm.
**May 7
Public Workshop will be held from 6:30 to 9:30pm at the Meadows Community Center in the lower level of Our Lady of the Snows Chapel (From Alyeska Highway, turn left onto Alrberg Ave. At the end of the road, turn left passing the Alyeska Resort. The chapel is on the right side of the road at the end of the last parking lot.) to review the draft of the Girdwood South Master Plan. To see the plan, go to http://www.agnewbeck.com/pdf/girdwood/Girdwood_townsite/Girdwood_South_Townsite%20_Master_Plan_DRAFT_sm.pdf.
May 7
Public meeting will be held from 7 to 9pm Atwood Building, 550 W 7th Ave, Suite 240on the DRAFT NORTHWEST AREA PLAN (NWAP) designating land use and directing management of 19 million acres of state land and land selections in the area from Pont Lay to Saint Michael in northwest Alaska. The original Northwest Area Plan was adopted in 1989 and since then the state has selected and topfiled about 5 million acres of land. These additional lands are scattered throughout the Lisburne and Seward peninsulas, but some of the larger blocks are in the Baird Mountains between the Noatak and Kobuk drainages, in the Selawik Hills east of Buckland, in the Darby Mountains east of Council, and in the Kigluaik Mountains north of Nome. This plan revision gives both general management guidelines describing how state land may be used as well as management intent for each specific parcel of state land. It covers nearly 8 million acres of state-owned uplands, over 5 million acres of state-selected lands, and over 5 million acres of tidelands. While most land has been designated for wildlife habitat and mineral values there are several areas on the Seward Peninsula proposed for settlement (future state land sales). The Draft Plan, maps and other information can be found at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/planning. For more information, contact Ray Burger at 907-269-8534 or fax 907-269-8915.
**May 7 & 8
BIOASSESSMENT TRAINING will be held from 5 to 9pm each day. On May 7, meet at UAA’s Environment and Natural Resources Institute building at 707 A St. On May 8, meet at the Campbell Creek Science Center. If you are interested in learning about and helping to sample the macroinvertebrates in local streams, please consider signing up No experience is required. Attendees will learn how to conduct a bioassessment, by collecting, identifying and counting the different kinds of invertebrates living in local streams. Everyone should dress for the weather and bring their waders (preferable) or knee boots. If you have participated in the Bioassessment in the past, you only need to attend the second day of training. On May 7, DAN BOGAN will give a short presentation on the bioassessmet sampling and then we will head down to Valley of the Moon Park. Please dress to be outside! If you have any further questions, please contact Dan Bogan at (907)257-2744 or bogan@uaa.alaska.edu.
May 8
MANUFACTURED LANDSCAPES will be shown at the Taproot, Café, 1330 Huffman Rd. This event is Free, sponsored by AWEN (AK Women’s Environmental Network). For more information, contact Ann Marie Sack at amsack@hotmail.com.
**May 8
HERITAGE LAND BANK ADVISORY COMMISSION will review DRAFT CHUGIAK-EAGLE RIVER SITE-SPECIFIC LAND USE PLAN at 11:30am at City Hall (632 W. 6th Ave.), Mayor’s Conference Room #830. The meeting is open to the public The plan is available at http://www.agnewbeck.com/pdf/eagleriver/eagleriver_lup/HLBCommissionReviewDraft_4.23.08.pdf. Review the meeting Agenda at http://www.muni.org/iceimages/hlb/05.2008.pdf.
**May 8, 15, 22 & 29
EARLY MORNING BIRD WALKS will be held as the birds migrate through the Campbell Tract this spring from 6:30 to 8:30am. Meet at the Campbell Creek Science Center parking lot. Please dress appropriately for the weather and for walking on uneven terrain. Hot cocoa and coffee will be available at the Science Center afterwards. For more information, call 267-1247.
**May 10
CREEK CLEAN UP will be held from 9am to 12pm with a Celebration is from Noon to 2pm at Valley of the Moon Park. Last year, 8.1 TONS of trash were removed. If you would like to volunteer or need more information, call Deb Essex at 743-1053.
May 11
MIGRATORY BIRD DAY at the ALASKA ZOO will be held on Mother’s Day from 10am to 5pm (zoo open from 9am to 6pm). Mother's Day rates: Mom's get in FREE! Receive $2 off one adult admission if you bring your old cell phone to be recycled. Learn how migratory birds travel from “Tundra to Tropics” and explore the obstacles they face along the way through an interactive shorebird migration game with prizes. Other activities include event “migration” tracking with pedometers, wingspan comparisons on an actual size display, Kid’s Activity Tent with crafts, shade grown coffee for sale in the Coffee Shop, free event posters, conservation booths, and a wild bird release at 4:30 on the Coffee Shop lawn. Overflow parking at the Greek Orthodox Church on O’Malley with free zoo shuttle service to and from the event.
May 12
Public hearings will continue beginning at 6:30 at the Planning and Zoning Commission in the Assembly Chambers, Loussac Library on the DRAFT ECONOMIC IMPACT ANALYSIS of the TITLE 21 REWRITE.
May 13
JAPAN’S WINTER WILDLIFE, a photographic trip, will be presented by JULIE JESSEN at 7:30pm at the Anchorage Museum of History & Art. She will talk about her observations on Japan, it’s culture, and the relationship between wildlife and nature For information, call Jules Tileston at 561-0540 or go to www.asonp.org.
**May 14
Public meeting will be held from 7 to 9pm, with a presentation from 7:30 to 8pm, at the Roger’s Park Elementary School, 1400 E. Northern Lights Blvd. to discuss the Cottonwood Street & Locarno Drive Highway Safety Improvements Project. The following issues have been identified on 36th Ave between Cottonwood St. And Locarno Drive. 1) Elevated rate of rear-end collisions for westbound traffic, 2) turning movements at Locarno Drive and Cottonwood St. During periods of heavy congestion, and 3) sight distance issues. For more information, contact Kristi Stuller at 562-2000 or kstuller@dowl.com.
**May 15
BIKE TO WORK DAY 2008 - Please join us by riding your bike to work, volunteering as a bike counter, or becoming a business sponsor. For information on team registration or business sponsorship, visit www.muni.org/biketowork, or call 343-4715 or 343-4619. For information on volunteering as a bike counter, please email SchancheLE@muni.org.
May 15
VIVIAN MENDENHALL will present a fascinating presentation on the GALAPAGOS ISLANDS at 7:30pm at the Campbell Creek Science Center at the Anchorage Audubon General Meeting. Public invited.
**May 21
THE BIRDS ARE BACK! is the program at 7pm at the Campbell Creek Science Center. May is an amazing time in Alaska for birding. RICH CAPITAN, from Audubon Alaska, will discuss what birds are found in the Anchorage area, where to look, and what to look and listen for in this interactive presentation. Whether you’re new to birding or an old pro, discover the difference between songs and calls, what it means if someone asks you to pish, and other mysteries of the birding world! For more information, please call 267-1247.
**May 1 & 6
FAIRBANKS & NORTH POLE - Two open house meetings will be held to discuss the 2009-1012 Transportation Improvement Program. Learn more about how to nominate a project for inclusion in the TIP and comment on the Draft Public Participation Plan and Project Scoring Criteria. For more information, go to http://dot.alaska.gov/nreg/planning/fmats/ or contact Donna Gardino, FMATS, MPO Coordinator, at (907) 459-6786, Fax: (907) 459-6787 or email djgardino@ci.fairbanks.ak.us.
FAIRBANKS - May 1 from 4 to 7pm at the City Hall Council Chambers
NORTH POLE - May 6 from 4 to 7pm at City of North Pole, 125 Snowman Lane.
**May 1, 6, 7. 8. 14, 15, 20
Town Hall Meetings will be held in the following locations by the Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) to explore ways to REDUCE the COST of ENERGY IN ALASKA by using locally available energy resources. They are seeking answers for two fundamental questions, 1) What do you know about local energy resources and which resources could possibly be developed to help lower costs and 2) which resources do you prefer not to develop, and why. If you can not participate in one of the town meetings, you may email comments to energycoordinator@aidea.org More information on the Alaska Energy Plan and updates to the Town Hall meeting schedule are available at www.akenergyauthority.org.
May 1 - Galena from 5 to 9pm at the High School
May 1 - Ft. Yukon from 1 to 8pm in the Council Elders Hall
May 1 - Tok from 4 to 8pm at the Tok Visitors Center
May 6 - Bethel from 4 to 8pm at the Cultural Center
May 8 - Aniak from 4 to 8pm in the Community Hall
May 8 - Nome from 4 to 8-m at the Mini-Convention Center
May 8 - Kotzebue from 4 to 8pm in the Northwest Arctic Borough Assembly Chambers
May 12 - Valdez from 4 to 8pm in the Valdez Convention and Civic Center
May 14 - Naknek - (time and location to be announced)
May 14 - McGrath from 4 to 8pm in the Captain Snow Building, Assembly Room
May 15 - Dillingham (time and location to be announced)
May 20 - Unalaska from 4 to 8pm in The Grand Aleutian Hotel, Makushin Room
May 22 - Sand Point (time and location to be announced)
May 22 - Kodiak from 4 to 8pm at the Kodiak College
May 27 - Juneau from 5 to 9pm in the Centennial Hall Ballroom 1
May 28 - Ketchikan (time and location to be announced)
May 28 - Wrangell - from 4 to 8pm in the Hall, Council Chambers
May 29 - Craig (time and location to be announced)
May 29 - Kake from 4 to 8pm in the Community Hall Gym
June 2 - Barrow (time and location to be announced)
June 3 - Glennallen (time and location to be announced)
**May 1
COPPER CENTER - KENNY LAKE SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD will meet at 7pm at NRCS/KLSWCD Office on Willow Loop Rd., 93.3 Mile Richardson Hwy.. Proposed agenda includes: Tonsina North Project, Annual Plan of Work, Willow Creek/ Kenny Lake watershed plan. There will be an opportunity for public comment. For more information, please contact Doug Vollman, KLSWCD District Manager at 822-4479 or email klswcd@kennylakeak.net.
May 1
CANTWELL - Open House will be held from 4 to 7pm at the Cantwell School Gym to view maps and become informed about PROPOSED PUBLIC EASEMENTS for UPCOMING LAND CONVEYANCES in the AHTNA, INCORPORATED REGION related to Section 17(b) of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Maps, ANSCA 17b Easement nomination forms, answers to frequently asked questions and additional information is available at www.blm.gov/ak/st/en/prog/lands_realty/17b_easements/17b_Easements_on_Ahtna_Lands.html. For more information, contact the BLM Glennallen Field Office at 907-822-3217.
**May 1 (Location change)
CORDOVA - The EXXON VALDEZ OIL SPILL TRUSTEE COUNCIL will meet at 6:30pm at the. Pioneer Igloo Topics for discussion are the Herring Restoration Plan and Cordova Community Center. For more information contact the EVOS office at 907-278-8012 or on the web at: www.evostc.state.ak.us/Events.
May 1
CORDOVA - EXXON VALDEZ OIL SPILL TRUSTEE COUNCIL will meet at 6:30pm in the Mt. Eccles Elementary School Cafeteria. Topics for discussion are the Herring Restoration Plan and Cordova Community Center. For more information contact the EVOS office at 907.278.8012 or on the web at: www.evostc.state.ak.us/Events.
May 3
WASILLA - COTTONWOOD CREEK CLEANUP will be held from 10am to 2pm. Meet at the Wasilla Police Station. For more information, contact CATHERINE@Wasilla.SWCD or 357-4563 ext. 106.
May 3
JUNEAU - BERNERS BAY CRUISES will be held from 8:30 to 1:30pm. Adults - $40, Students - $20, and Children under 12 - $5 (must be accompanied by adult). Tickets at Hearthside Books. Vessels depart Don D. Statter Harbor below DeHarts. Boarding begins about 15 minutes before departure. Cruise lasts four hours. Juneau Audubon Society members will be on board as natural history interpreters.
May 8
FAIRBANKS - Northern Voices Series will present MONIQUE MUSICK at 7pm in the Noel Wien Library Auditorium. Monique Musick is a young photographer whose focus on the ENVIRONMENT RELATES ISSUES with ART.
May 8
FAIRBANKS - Public meeting will be held from 7 to 9pm at the DNR office at 3700 Airport Way on the DRAFT NORTHWEST AREA PLAN (NWAP) designating land use and directing management of 19 million acres of state land and land selections in the area from Pont Lay to Saint Michael in northwest Alaska. The original Northwest Area Plan was adopted in 1989 and since then the state has selected and topfiled about 5 million acres of land. These additional lands are scattered throughout the Lisburne and Seward peninsulas, but some of the larger blocks are in the Baird Mountains between the Noatak and Kobuk drainages, in the Selawik Hills east of Buckland, in the Darby Mountains east of Council, and in the Kigluaik Mountains north of Nome. This plan revision gives both general management guidelines describing how state land may be used as well as management intent for each specific parcel of state land. It covers nearly 8 million acres of state-owned uplands, over 5 million acres of state-selected lands, and over 5 million acres of tidelands. While most land has been designated for wildlife habitat and mineral values there are several areas on the Seward Peninsula proposed for settlement (future state land sales). The
Draft Plan, maps and other information can be found at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/planning. For more information, contact Ray Burger at 907-269-8534 or fax 907-269-8915.
May 9
FAIRBANKS - STORIES FROM A CHANGING PLANET will be presented from 7 to 9pm (location to be announced). Hear personal stories of life, research and adventure in the world's polar regions from scientists on the Polar-PALOOZA NATIONAL TOUR. This engaging multimedia show features high definition documentary video, hands-on artifacts and dialog with members of the Polar-Palooza team. Free admission. International Polar Year event produced by Passport to Knowledge and supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and NASA's Science Mission Directorate.
May 13
TELLER - Public meeting will be held from 7 to 9pm at the Community Hall on the DRAFT NORTHWEST AREA PLAN (NWAP) designating land use and directing management of 19 million acres of state land and land selections in the area from Pont Lay to Saint Michael in northwest Alaska. The original Northwest Area Plan was adopted in 1989 and since then the state has selected and topfiled about 5 million acres of land. These additional lands are scattered throughout the Lisburne and Seward peninsulas, but some of the larger blocks are in the Baird Mountains between the Noatak and Kobuk drainages, in the Selawik Hills east of Buckland, in the Darby Mountains east of Council, and in the Kigluaik Mountains north of Nome. This plan revision gives both general management guidelines describing how state land may be used as well as management intent for each specific parcel of state land. It covers nearly 8 million acres of state-owned uplands, over 5 million acres of state-selected lands, and over 5 million acres of tidelands. While most land has been designated for wildlife habitat and mineral values there are several areas on the Seward Peninsula proposed for settlement (future state land sales). The Draft Plan, maps and other information can be found at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/planning. For more information, contact Ray Burger at 907-269-8534 or fax 907-269-8915.
**May 13 & 14
ANDERSON & FAIRBANKS
The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land & Water (Division) will hold public meetings in ANDERSON and FAIRBANKS. The purpose of these meetings will be to present and discuss the Division's decision on eastern REX TRAIL ACCESS and FUTURE TRAIL MANAGEMENT OPTIONS. Supporting information is available at www.dnr.alaska.gov/mlw/rextrail/. For more information, contact Jeanne Proulx at 907-451-2722 or email: jeanne.proulx@alaska.gov.
May 13 - ANDERSON from 7 to 10pm at the Anderson School Multipurpose Room
May 14 - FAIRBANKS from 7 to 10pm in the Noel Wien Public Library Auditorium.
**May 14
PALMER - BACKYARD BIODIESEL BASICS CLASS will be held at 7pm at the APU Kellogg Campus, Spring Creek Farm. The evening lecture and demonstration will cover both biodiesel brewing and straight-vegetable-oil conversions. Seating Is limited, so arrive early to guarantee your spot. Backyard Biodiesel Basics is the first in a series of biodiesel and vegoil events and classes this summer. See the events page at www.AlaskaBiodiesel.org for more information. This seminar is based on the biodiesel program offered at the Bioneers conference. Those folks who attended the session at Bioneers are encouraged to sign-up for the second class in this series, offered June 14th, where participants will be making their own batches of biodiesel. Spring Creek Farm is located at 6404 N. Lossing Rd. Call Will Taygan at 907-688-5288 or visit www.alaskabiodiesel.org for more information.
May 14
NOME - Public meeting will be held from 7 to 9pm at the Old Saint Joseph's Church on the DRAFT NORTHWEST AREA PLAN (NWAP) designating land use and directing management of 19 million acres of state land and land selections in the area from Pont Lay to Saint Michael in northwest Alaska. The original Northwest Area Plan was adopted in 1989 and since then the state has selected and topfiled about 5 million acres of land. These additional lands are scattered throughout the Lisburne and Seward peninsulas, but some of the larger blocks are in the Baird Mountains between the Noatak and Kobuk drainages, in the Selawik Hills east of Buckland, in the Darby Mountains east of Council, and in the Kigluaik Mountains north of Nome. This plan revision gives both general management guidelines describing how state land may be used as well as management intent for each specific parcel of state land. It covers nearly 8 million acres of state-owned uplands, over 5 million acres of state-selected lands, and over 5 million acres of tidelands. While most land has been designated for wildlife habitat and mineral values there are several areas on the Seward Peninsula proposed for settlement (future state land sales). The Draft Plan, maps and other information can be found at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/planning. For more information, contact Ray Burger at 907-269-8534 or fax 907-269-8915.
May 15
KOTZEBUE - Public meeting will be held from 7 to 9pm at the Borough Assembly Chambers on the DRAFT NORTHWEST AREA PLAN (NWAP) designating land use and directing management of 19 million acres of state land and land selections in the area from Pont Lay to Saint Michael in northwest Alaska. The original Northwest Area Plan was adopted in 1989 and since then the state has selected and topfiled about 5 million acres of land. These additional lands are scattered throughout the Lisburne and Seward peninsulas, but some of the larger blocks are in the Baird Mountains between the Noatak and Kobuk drainages, in the Selawik Hills east of Buckland, in the Darby Mountains east of Council, and in the Kigluaik Mountains north of Nome. This plan revision gives both general management guidelines describing how state land may be used as well as management intent for each specific parcel of state land. It covers nearly 8 million acres of state-owned uplands, over 5 million acres of state-selected lands, and over 5 million acres of tidelands. While most land has been designated for wildlife habitat and mineral values there are several areas on the Seward Peninsula proposed for settlement (future state land sales). The Draft Plan, maps and other information can be found at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/planning. For more information, contact Ray Burger at 907-269-8534 or fax 907-269-8915.
May 16 & 17
BIG LAKE - Community Workshop #1 will be held from 6:30 to 9pm on Friday and from 9am to 1pm on Saturday at Big Lake Elementary School to discuss the BIG LAKE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. The Workshop will aim to provide Big Lake community members with an overview of the comprehensive planning process and a thorough review of community issues, preliminary goals and potential strategies as described in the Draft Issues & Goals Report.
Please review the revised Issues & Goals Report Draft available at http://www.agnewbeck.com/pdf/matsu/Big_Lake/BL_IssuesandGoals_4-15-08.pdf For more information, contact Shelly Wade at shelly@agnewbeck.com.
May 17
COOPER LANDING - PITCH IN ON A SOLAR DEMONSTRATION PROJECT will be held at Camp Fire USA Alaska Council's Camp Kushtaka on Kenai Lake. The open house celebrates the installation of a Solar Demonstration Project. The camp, located in the Cooper Landing area on Snug Harbor Road, has operated without electricity for over 40 years. Camp Fire is installing a solar-powered water pump that replaces a gasoline powered generator and a series of panels in the kitchen that will be used for lighting, fans and small appliances. Come down, pitch in around camp, enjoy new friends and food in one of Alaska's most stunning outdoor environments. RSVP to emaling@campfireak.org or by calling Ellen Maling at 257-8823.
**May 22
BARROW - Public meeting will be held from 7 to 9pm at the Borough Assembly Chambers on the DRAFT NORTHWEST AREA PLAN (NWAP) designating land use and directing management of 19 million acres of state land and land selections in the area from Pont Lay to Saint Michael in northwest Alaska. The original Northwest Area Plan was adopted in 1989 and since then the state has selected and topfiled about 5 million acres of land. These additional lands are scattered throughout the Lisburne and Seward peninsulas, but some of the larger blocks are in the Baird Mountains between the Noatak and Kobuk drainages, in the Selawik Hills east of Buckland, in the Darby Mountains east of Council, and in the Kigluaik Mountains north of Nome. This plan revision gives both general management guidelines describing how state land may be used as well as management intent for each specific parcel of state land. It covers nearly 8 million acres of state-owned uplands, over 5 million acres of state-selected lands, and over 5 million acres of tidelands. While most land has been designated for wildlife habitat and mineral values there are several areas on the Seward Peninsula proposed for settlement (future state land sales). The Draft Plan, maps and other information can be found at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/planning. For more information, contact Ray Burger at 907-269-8534 or fax 907-269-8915.
**SOUTHEAST SUSITNA AREA PLAN has been adopted by the Dept. of Natural Resources. The plan establishes land use designations, management intent and management guidelines for more than 250,000 acres of state uplands, shorelands and tidelands in the lower Susitna Valley. This plan supersedes the 1982 Willow Sub-Basin Area Plan; a portion of the South Parks Highway Subregion of the Susitna Area Plan (1985); the Deception Creek Land Use Plan (1989); and the Kashwitna Management Plan (1991). A summary of comments and approved revisions to the plan, as well as maps and other information, can be found at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/planning/. For more information, contact Ray Burger at (907) 269-8534, Fax: (907) 269-8915 or ray.burger@alaska.gov.
**WATERSHED HANDBOOK ONLINE document is available to help communities, watershed organizations, and local, state, tribal, and federal environmental agencies develop and implement watershed plans to meet water quality standards and protect water resources. The "HANDBOOK FOR DEVELOPING WATERSHED PLANS TO RESTORE AND PROTECT OUR WATERS" is designed to help anyone undertaking a watershed planning effort, but should be particularly useful to persons working with impaired or threatened waters. It contains in-depth guidance on quantifying existing pollutant loads, developing estimates of the load reductions required to meet water quality standards, developing effective management measures, and tracking progress once the plan is implemented. New materials were added to the handbook including ways to protect important elements of the landscape and aquatic habitats within a watershed. The document is available on the web at http://www.epa.gov/owow/nps/watershed_handbook/.
To celebrate their 10th Anniversary, ALASKA SEALIFE CENTER ADMISSION will be FREE for Alaskans on the 10th day of each month through 2008. Alaskan ID required. Open 7 days a week from 10am to 5 pm. Call (800) 224-2525 or (907) 224-6312 for more information.
The Minerals Management Service (MMS) has issued a CALL FOR INFORMATION and a NOTICE OF INTENT TO PREPARE AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT (EIS) for Lease Sale 214 in the NORTH ALEUTIAN BASIN PLANNING Area proposed for 2011. This action is to gather information and does not indicate a preliminary decision to lease in this area. It provides an opportunity for the public, industry, and state officials to offer comments and suggestions about the potential lease sale, to identify environmental concerns and other uses of the area that may be affected by the leasing, and to propose possible alternatives, lease terms, and mitigation measures. The Call area is believed to be gas-prone and is located offshore the State of Alaska in the North Aleutian Basin Planning Area in the southeastern Bering Sea and covers about 5.6 million acres. MMS recently published a Report of the Proceedings and a synthesis of the Literature and Information related to the Natural Resources of the North Aleutian Basin. About 600 new sources of information were noted. The document can be found at http://www.mms.gov/alaska/reports/2007rpts/2007_066.pdf. Comments may be sent to: MMS Alaska OCS Region Attn: Sale 214 CALL, 3801 Centerpoint Drive, Suite 500, Anchorage, AK 99503-5823 or submitted via e-mail to akeis@mms.gov. For more information, contact 907-334-5208 or toll-free at 1-800-764-2627 or see www.mms.gov/alaska.
It has been determined that a PROJECT to RETURN the NATURAL BIODIVERSITY of RAT ISLAND in the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge by eradicating invasive Norway rats will not have any significant impacts on the human environment. Rat Island is uninhabited and located in the Aleutian Island Chain about 1,300 miles west of Anchorage. The Nature Conservancy and Island Conservation are partners in the plan to restore wildlife habitat by removing the rats. The decision was based on an Environmental Assessment of the project released for public comment in mid-December. Thirty-seven comments were received during the Assessment review period. Public comments were overwhelmingly supportive. The project hopes to restore seabirds, native vegetation and other elements to Rat Island’s ecosystem. Non-native, predatory rats, which arrived on the island via shipwreck in the 1780’s, have eliminated many bird species and affected other parts of the island’s ecosystem. Pending final approval of permits and pesticide regulation compliance, eradication operations will begin on the 6,861 acre island in the fall of 2008.The Finding of No Significant Impact and the Environmental Assessment are available at http://alaskamaritime.fws.gov/news.htm.
May is AMERICAN WETLANDS MONTH For general American Wetlands Month information, please visit: http://www.epa.gov/owow/wetlands/awm..
CHUGACH NATIONAL FOREST NATIONAL FOREST RECREATIONAL FACILITY ANALYSIS is available for review. Recreation Facility Analysis is the first nationally consistent analytical process that allows us to know what running a recreation site costs, the relative importance of that site, and its condition. Using this analysis, the Forest has built a "5-year Proposed Program of Work.“ The Proposed Program of Work is a list of tasks that the Forest will try to accomplish or further explore over the next 5 years. The value of recreation is so great and the benefits to communities, families and individuals so vital that we must continue to do all we can to improve access and availability of quality outdoor recreation for everyone. Many of the facilities were built 30-50 years ago. Some have reached the end of their useful life. Other facilities receive little or no use, and no longer serve the demand that existed in years past. The fundamental premise of the proposed program of work is to create an inventory which is sustainable and flexible enough to be annually adapted to any changes in demand, available resources, and opportunities. Therefore, the Proposed Program of Work can be updated should we have a need to re-evaluate our recreation program. The Analysis is available at http://www.fs.fed.us/r10/chugach/recreation/rfa/pdf/program-of-work.pdf.
Volunteer positions in available in the ALASKA NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM are listed at http://home.nps.gov/applications/vips/opportunities.cfm?states=AK.
VOLUNTEER POSITION - MONITOR SEABIRDS ON THE ALASKA MARITIME NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE.Two (2) Volunteers are needed from May 1 to at least mid September 2008 for long-term seabird monitoring project on CHOWIET ISLAND (Semidi Is, AK Peninsula). Living conditions are primitive and crew live in a small cabin. Weather is usually cold and wet. The successful candidate is the type of person looking for an extremely remote experience with a like-minded crew of energetic, well-conditioned and knowledgeable people. Project is an on-going program, monitoring breeding chronology, reproductive success, population changes, adult survival, and food habits of up to 15 species of seabirds (including storm-petrels, cormorants, kittiwakes, murres, pigeon guillemots, auklets, and puffins depending on the location). This is a full-time commitment: Some workdays are long as data collection pertains to diurnal and nocturnal bird activities. Only applicants that are available for the entire period (1 May to mid-September) should apply, as transport to and from the island is via a research vessel with a fixed schedule. We are unable to accommodate you if you have summer events such as weddings to attend or are still in classes when we depart. Skills Prefer applicants with (or working toward) a degree in wildlife biology or related field and with some field experience. All applicants should be in excellent physical condition as the work is physically demanding, and should be able to live and work happily with a small group of people in an extremely remote and isolated environment. Applicants should be able to tolerate adverse weather and spartan living conditions. Seabird and boating experience helpful. Appropriate safety training will be provided. CONTACT: Heather M. Renner, Wildlife Biologist, Alaska Maritime NWR, at (907) 226-4623 or FAX (907) 235-7783.
To see a listing of volunteer opportunities with the AK DIVISION OF PARKS & OUTDOOR RECREATION, go to http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/parks/vip/vvilstsm.htm.
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ALASKA CONSERVATION SOLUTIONS, the state’s leading voice in global warming education and advocacy, is looking for an intern to help out this summer for 8 weeks in June and July (exact dates flexible.) The project mainly involves public outreach and education regarding the Alaska Carbon Calculator and Alaska Carbon Reducer features on our site. A stipend of $1000 is offered. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample and references to margaret@alaskaconservationsolutions.com ASAP. For questions or more information, contact Margaret Manousoff at 907-929-9370.
**CLIMATE CHANGE PROJECT DIRECTOR for Alaska Marine Conservation Council - Anchorage. The project director will manage all aspects of the climate change project. Specifically, the project director will: Maintain and further develop AMCC’s work in key fishing communities in southeast and southcentral Alaska by working with board and community outreach staff through on-site visits and on-going nurturing of community members; Supervise and coordinate the activities of AMCC’s community outreach staff on climate change activities; Coordinate with AMCC’s communications director to develop climate change materials as needed such as science-based fact sheets, PowerPoint presentations, posters, web-based communication materials; and Write and edit climate change newsletter articles, letters to Congress or other government officials and testimony. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors in ecological or political science, or related experience, 3-5 years experience working on issue-based advocacy involving creation and activation of diverse constituencies with demonstrated results. For more information, contact 907-277-5357 fax: 907-277-5975 or email dorothy@akmarine.org.
**PROGRAM COORDINATOR for ALASKA YOUTH FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION (AYEA) - Anchorage.. AYEA (www.ayea.org) cultivates future generations of diverse environmental leaders through skills training, community action projects and campaigns, civic engagement, and workforce development. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for the development and coordination of the AYEA program, working with other program staff and interns/volunteers. Specific duties include: fund-raising program budget; coordinating annual AYEA youth trainings and projects; managing AYEA communication and outreach activities; and cultivating media. The individual should have a background/familiarity working with diverse populations; should understand and appreciate Alaska’s environmental issues; possess fund-raising knowledge, and have some experience managing others. Candidates must have a college degree or be in the process of obtaining a college degree (more experience required if pursuing degree). 3 years experience working with youth populations/programs. For more information, contact AYEA Program Manager Polly Carr at (907) 339-3907 or carrp@nwf.org.Position is expected to be filled by June 1.
CONCESSION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM CANDIDATE for DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE for a challenging and creative opportunity in business management in one of Alaska’s finest wilderness parks. This is in the Concession Management Division – the workgroup that manages commercial visitor services and business revenue. This announcement is targeting both MBA students and junior/senior undergraduates that are still enrolled in a degree program. The student employee works concurrently, while finishing up the degree program, and then has the potential for permanent employment after graduation. The primary focus of this position is to assist in management of the park’s largest concession contract which generates $20 million in gross receipts and manages $6 million in capital assets which are owned by the federal government. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: This position is available through the Student Educational Employment Program for MBA students and for undergraduate students prior to their senior year. However, students graduating this spring that have an interest in working for the national park service are encouraged to forward their information in the event the position is reposted to all candidates at a later date. QUALIFICATIONS: The Student Educational Employment Program requires that students continue to be enrolled in their degree program and employment is initially temporary. There is a potential for permanent employment upon graduation. You are eligible under the Student Educational Employment Program if you are: A student enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree-seeking student (diploma, certificate, etc.); At least the minimum age required by Federal, state or local laws and standards governing the employment of minors; Taking at least half-time academic or vocational and technical course load in an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, 2-year or 4-year college or university, graduate or professional school, and a U.S. citizen or a national (resident of American Samoa or Swains Island). SALARY: $15.72 - $37.48, START DATE: Flexible start date. look for all currently open positions in the park service by entering "National Park Service" in the search criteria on the USA Jobs web page at: http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/agency_search.asp. For information about the position at Denali contact: Donna Sisson, Chief, Division of Concession Management at 907-683-9553 or donna_sisson@nps.gov. For information about Denali National Park & Preserve, go to http://www.nps.gov/dena.
**GRANT WRITER for FIRST ALASKANS INSTITUTE in Anchorage. Full time position. The Grant Writer will be responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals to private, corporate, and government sources in coordination with the President/CEO, the Development Manager, and other key staff. Qualifications: Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, 3-4 years of grant writing or similar experience and an understanding of and appreciation for Alaska Native cultures and history. To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Fax: (907) 677-1780 or E-mail: info@firstalaskans.org.Street, Suite.
Position open until filled.
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND PERMITTING (EP&P) BUSINESS UNIT LEADER for ERSCO. The ideal candidate will have experience creating new business opportunities as well as fostering growth of existing business relationships in environmental planning and permitting. Project work will involve NEPA EA and EIS management, environmental planning, regulatory compliance/permitting services, wetlands studies, biological resources studies, and cultural resource studies. Anchorage office is small to medium size with very good working environment and energy, and is very growth oriented-this is opportunity to be an integral part of the office/Alaska presence growth. Please send resume and/or contact: Brian MacLamroc Principal ERS 888-773-8530 brian@ersco.biz.
PROGRAM AND COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE for the ALASKA CONSERVATION FOUNDATION - Anchorage - The position serves an administrative/support role for our Program Officers, takes a leadership role in our grantmaking/grant seeking and Conservation Internship areas, and assists with creating content for ACF media. Requires the ability to understand, synthesize, and communicate Alaska’s most pressing conservation issues and opportunities, and the flexibility to support and be a critical part of our team. This is a newly created position with excellent potential for learning and career growth. Visit our website at www.akcf.org for a more detailed description and instructions on applying. Closing Date is May 15.
TRAIL CREW at HATCHER PASS 4 full-time positions to do trail maintenance and construction. Candidates must have the ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs. for long distances over difficult terrain; and use hand and power tools; and work/live in remote settings. Desired experience in trail construction and maintenance, chainsaw and brush-cutter operation, familiarity with trail tools, backcountry travel and camping. First aid/CPR training preferred. For more information call 745-8936.
SCHOOL GARDEN SUPERVISOR for the CALYPSO FARM AND ECOLOGY CENTER, in Ester AK, to work with teachers and students (at either Pearl Creek or Effie Kokrine Charter School gardens) in the spring and fall and to work with a team of teenage student gardeners during the summer months. The position is seasonal - from early May-September. The pay is $1,000/month, hours are approximately 30/week (more during the spring planting season - May, early June). Please contact Susan right away at 451-0691 or susan@calypsofarm.org if you are interested. Visit www.calypsofarm.org to learn more about Calypso.
NATIONAL PARK POSITIONS IN ALASKA are listed at http://home.nps.gov/applications/digest/usajobs_script.cfm?q=&jbf574=IN10&lid=317&jbf522=&fn=&salmin=
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TEMPORARY ALASKA ASSISTANT for DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE in Anchorage. This part-time (~20 hours/week) assistant position provides general administrative support to the Alaska field office staff on a wide range of wildlife conservation programs and issues, including wolf and bear conservation. Primary responsibilities include office administration duties; organizing outreach events; general data and file management; editing written materials; and conducting various conservation and legislative research. Complete description found at http://www.defenders.org/about_us/jobs/temporary_alaska_assistant.php. To apply, send an email with Temporary Alaska Assistant in the subject line and submit a letter of interest, along with your resume and salary history (must be included to be considered) to HR@defenders.org.
ALASKA COALITION COORDINATOR for the ALASKA WILDERNESS LEAGUE, with headquarters in Washington, DC, to manage, strengthen, and build the Coalition that organizes the efforts of wilderness-interested entities across the country. The position includes working with volunteer leaders and coalition groups that currently number 1000 members from coast to coast. This individual must be an experienced, skilled, and effective grassroots organizer who understands Alaska wilderness protection issues and is able to quickly grasp the breadth and depth of the League’s campaigns. Further, this individual must be able to interpret their significance to members of the Coalition and secure their support in advancing them. Salary & Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience, health & retirement benefits. The Alaska Coalition Coordinator may locate in one of several geographic areas, including Washington, Florida, Colorado, New Mexico, Alaska, or Washington, DC. To apply: Send resume, cover letter, a relevant writing sample, salary history, and three references to: Search Committee, Alaska Wilderness League, 122 C Street, NW, Suite 240, Washington, DC 20001; fax to 202-544-5197 or email jobs@alaskawild.org.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR for ALASKA PUBLIC INTEREST RESEARCH GROUP (AkPIRG), a non-profit, consumer, good government and public health watchdog - full-time in Anchorage. The AkPIRG Director is responsible for fundraising and budgeting, program work, board interface, member communication, media relations as well as day to day management of the AkPIRG office. Salary DOE. The position will begin in September of 2008. Interviews will be conducted in July. Send (e-mail preferred) cover letter, resume and references to Steve Cleary, AkPIRG, PO Box 101093, Anchorage, AK, 99510-1093. e-mail: akpirg@akpirg.org, Fax: (907) 278-9300. For further information about AkPIRG, see: www.akpirg.org.
ASSISTANT BOROUGH ATTORNEY for the NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH is seeking an experienced attorney for its Law Department in Barrow. Practice will emphasize environmental and natural resources law, Native American law, development and subsistence-related issues, and other local government concerns. The responsibilities of this position include representation for the municipality on onshore and offshore development activities and proposals, in judicial and administrative forums, and throughout planning processes. This includes issues related to the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPRA), as well as other onshore areas, such as the mitigation of impacts of development, indigenous interests in management of lands and waters, environmental and natural resources management to meet competing uses, and regulation of lands and waters by local, state and