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Webinar series: Alaska Native Plant Month 2026

Note: Dates have changed on some talks. , Celebrate Alaska Native Plant Month with a free webinar series dedicated to native plants and how they relate to and affect the environment and humans. Where: Zoom. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/NativePlantMonth. May 6 - Our Plant Neighbors with Lisa Strecker (UAF Ethnobotany Program), Jessica Newton (Kenaitze Tribe): Some plants tend to grow well in places modified by humans. And, over time, people have developed relationships with their common plant neighbors. Our panel will introduce common Alaska plant neighbors and how we can interact with them for our holistic well-being through the lens of Alaska Native plant traditions and ethnobotany. May 13 - Hummingbirds and Native Plants with Todd Eskelin (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service): The key to saving rufous hummingbirds, an important pollinator species, may lie with native plants. We will talk about the decline of rufous hummingbirds. The discussion will focus on which native plants… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Anchorage CES calendar, Bethel CES calendar, Bristol Bay/Dillingham CES calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Southeast CES calendar, Kenai/Soldotna CES calendar, Kodiak CES calendar, Mat-Su/Copper River CES calendar, Northwest/Nome CES calendar, Sitka CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event.

Webinar: Root Maggots

Root maggots are a difficult pest for many home gardeners. UAF has been researching the species, timing, and damage these little flies can cause. This talk will go over some of our findings and discuss options for controlling these pests. The webinar will be taught by Joey Slowik, the Integrated Pest Management technician at the Matanuska Experiment Farm and Extension Center in Palmer. Location: Zoom. Free. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/RootMaggots. For more information, contact Molly Johansson at 907-786-6313 or mjohansson@alaska.edu. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business days in advance to Alda Norris at amnorris2@alaska.edu or 907-474-7120. Language access services, such as interpretation or translation of vital information, will be provided free of charge to individuals with limited English proficiency upon request to amnorris2@alaska.edu. This work is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Anchorage CES calendar, Bethel CES calendar, Bristol Bay/Dillingham CES calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Southeast CES calendar, Kenai/Soldotna CES calendar, Kodiak CES calendar, Mat-Su/Copper River CES calendar, Northwest/Nome CES calendar, Sitka CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar, Tribes CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event.

Fairbanks: Design And Operation of a Solar Lumber Drying Kiln for Interior Alaska

Learn about the design and uses of a solar kiln to dry lumber. Discuss best practices and get hands-on experience in this one-day workshop led by Brian Bond, professor and associate dean of Extension at Virginia Tech. Solar lumber drying kilns use passive solar heat to dry lumber in an insulated, ventilated chamber. We will discuss the design elements of the kiln, including the correct roof slope for optimum solar gain and how to size the chamber for the typical species and volume of lumber being dried. Participants will learn the key concepts of the wood-moisture relationship and how to dry lumber with minimal loss to defects like splitting and warp. Cost: $25, Location: National Laboratory of the Rockies Alaska (NLRA) Campus, 955 Draanjik Drive, Fairbanks, Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/SolarDryingFairbanks, For more information, contact Matt Labrenz at mtlabrenz@alaska.edu or 907-474-7192. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Contact organizer.

Webinar series: Alaska Native Plant Month 2026

Note: Dates have changed on some talks. , Celebrate Alaska Native Plant Month with a free webinar series dedicated to native plants and how they relate to and affect the environment and humans. Where: Zoom. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/NativePlantMonth. May 6 - Our Plant Neighbors with Lisa Strecker (UAF Ethnobotany Program), Jessica Newton (Kenaitze Tribe): Some plants tend to grow well in places modified by humans. And, over time, people have developed relationships with their common plant neighbors. Our panel will introduce common Alaska plant neighbors and how we can interact with them for our holistic well-being through the lens of Alaska Native plant traditions and ethnobotany. May 13 - Hummingbirds and Native Plants with Todd Eskelin (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service): The key to saving rufous hummingbirds, an important pollinator species, may lie with native plants. We will talk about the decline of rufous hummingbirds. The discussion will focus on which native plants… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Anchorage CES calendar, Bethel CES calendar, Bristol Bay/Dillingham CES calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Southeast CES calendar, Kenai/Soldotna CES calendar, Kodiak CES calendar, Mat-Su/Copper River CES calendar, Northwest/Nome CES calendar, Sitka CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event.

Delta Junction: Alaska Native Plant Walk

Did you know that May is Alaska's Native Plant Month? UAF Extension (Delta Junction office), Partners for Progress in Delta, and the Salcha-Delta Soil and Water Conservation District are hosting a free native plant identification walk in Delta Junction.  Guides Jeff Mason and Brenna Wells will show participants how to identify common native plants that thrive in Delta Junction, how and why to incorporate them into your gardens and what benefits they will bring to you, pollinators and our wildlife. Ask questions, share observations, use field guides or apps, bring a camera or notebook to help you reference the information later. Participants may take home a few cultivated native plants from the SWCD nursery to add to your landscape. Please dress appropriately and wear good shoes, as May weather can be unpredictable. Pre-registration is required. Please contact Chris Lyon, info@deltacareeradvancementcenter.com, or 907-895-4605, Location details will be provided upon registration. For more… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Contact organizer.

Webinar series: Alaska Native Plant Month 2026

Note: Dates have changed on some talks. , Celebrate Alaska Native Plant Month with a free webinar series dedicated to native plants and how they relate to and affect the environment and humans. Where: Zoom. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/NativePlantMonth. May 6 - Our Plant Neighbors with Lisa Strecker (UAF Ethnobotany Program), Jessica Newton (Kenaitze Tribe): Some plants tend to grow well in places modified by humans. And, over time, people have developed relationships with their common plant neighbors. Our panel will introduce common Alaska plant neighbors and how we can interact with them for our holistic well-being through the lens of Alaska Native plant traditions and ethnobotany. May 13 - Hummingbirds and Native Plants with Todd Eskelin (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service): The key to saving rufous hummingbirds, an important pollinator species, may lie with native plants. We will talk about the decline of rufous hummingbirds. The discussion will focus on which native plants… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Anchorage CES calendar, Bethel CES calendar, Bristol Bay/Dillingham CES calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Southeast CES calendar, Kenai/Soldotna CES calendar, Kodiak CES calendar, Mat-Su/Copper River CES calendar, Northwest/Nome CES calendar, Sitka CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event.

Webinar: Attracting Alaska’s Lady Beetles

Learn more about these iconic insects from integrated pest management technician and entomologist Alex Wenninger. Her free presentation will cover the habits and identification of common species of native lady beetles (aka ladybugs) found in Alaska, and how to attract lady beetles by building lady beetle habitat into your yard and garden. We'll also talk about why you shouldn't buy lady beetles at the store to release in your backyard. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/LadyBeetle. For more information, contact Molly Johansson at 907-786-6313 or mjohansson@alaska.edu. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business days in advance to Alda Norris at amnorris2@alaska.edu or 907-474-7120. Language access services, such as interpretation or translation of vital information, will be provided free of charge to individuals with limited English proficiency upon request to amnorris2@alaska.edu. This work is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Anchorage CES calendar, Bethel CES calendar, Bristol Bay/Dillingham CES calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Southeast CES calendar, Kenai/Soldotna CES calendar, Kodiak CES calendar, Mat-Su/Copper River CES calendar, Northwest/Nome CES calendar, Sitka CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar, Tribes CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event, Contact organizer.

Alaska 4-H: State Public Presentation Contest

The 4-H State Presentation Contest is open to 4-H youth who qualified in their district contest by earning Grand & Reserve Champion. The state contest will be judged over Zoom. The link will be provided upon registration. Contestants will have the option to present at their local 4-H office or make other arrangements. Demonstrations, illustrated talks and speeches will be judged in separate age categories: Junior: ages 8–11, Intermediate: ages 12–14, Senior: ages 15–18, *Team presentations are judged with all ages together. Limited to registered 4-H youth. Contact sjrussell5@alaska.edu for more information. Registration will be done in Z-suite and in coordination with your local 4-H Program Coordinator. Announcements will be made to qualifying individuals when registration opens. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business days in advance to Alda Norris at amnorris2@alaska.edu or 907-474-7120. Language access services, such as interpretation or translation of… Categories: Statewide 4-H calendar, Anchorage 4-H calendar, Bethel 4-H calendar, Bristol Bay/Dillingham 4-H calendar, Delta Junction 4-H calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana 4-H calendar, Kenai Peninsula 4-H calendar, Kodiak 4-H calendar, Mat-Su/Copper River 4-H calendar, Nome 4-H calendar, Sitka 4-H calendar, Southeast 4-H calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event, Contact organizer.

Alaska 4-H: State Public Presentation Contest

The 4-H State Presentation Contest is open to 4-H youth who qualified in their district contest by earning Grand & Reserve Champion. The state contest will be judged over Zoom. The link will be provided upon registration. Contestants will have the option to present at their local 4-H office or make other arrangements. Demonstrations, illustrated talks and speeches will be judged in separate age categories: Junior: ages 8–11, Intermediate: ages 12–14, Senior: ages 15–18, *Team presentations are judged with all ages together. Limited to registered 4-H youth. Contact sjrussell5@alaska.edu for more information. Registration will be done in Z-suite and in coordination with your local 4-H Program Coordinator. Announcements will be made to qualifying individuals when registration opens. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business days in advance to Alda Norris at amnorris2@alaska.edu or 907-474-7120. Language access services, such as interpretation or translation of… Categories: Statewide 4-H calendar, Anchorage 4-H calendar, Bethel 4-H calendar, Bristol Bay/Dillingham 4-H calendar, Delta Junction 4-H calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana 4-H calendar, Kenai Peninsula 4-H calendar, Kodiak 4-H calendar, Mat-Su/Copper River 4-H calendar, Nome 4-H calendar, Sitka 4-H calendar, Southeast 4-H calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event, Contact organizer.

AHC: Fairbanks - Pest Management: What's bugging your garden?

Root maggots devouring your cruciferous vegetables? Aphids won’t leave your leaves alone? Unwelcomed slugs creeping in? In this hands-on workshop with Alaska Harvest Collaborative, we will learn how to identify common Alaska garden pests, learn about preventive measures and how to develop an integrated pest management plan for your home garden. Cost is $20. Student discounts are available. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/AHCclasses. Meet at the entrance to Georgeson Botanical Garden. For more information, contact Mallory Smith at ak.harvest@alaska.edu. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business days in advance to Alda Norris at amnorris2@alaska.edu or 907-474-7120. Language access services, such as interpretation or translation of vital information, will be provided free of charge to individuals with limited English proficiency upon request to amnorris2@alaska.edu. This work is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Contact organizer.

Alaska 4-H: State Public Presentation Contest

The 4-H State Presentation Contest is open to 4-H youth who qualified in their district contest by earning Grand & Reserve Champion. The state contest will be judged over Zoom. The link will be provided upon registration. Contestants will have the option to present at their local 4-H office or make other arrangements. Demonstrations, illustrated talks and speeches will be judged in separate age categories: Junior: ages 8–11, Intermediate: ages 12–14, Senior: ages 15–18, *Team presentations are judged with all ages together. Limited to registered 4-H youth. Contact sjrussell5@alaska.edu for more information. Registration will be done in Z-suite and in coordination with your local 4-H Program Coordinator. Announcements will be made to qualifying individuals when registration opens. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business days in advance to Alda Norris at amnorris2@alaska.edu or 907-474-7120. Language access services, such as interpretation or translation of… Categories: Statewide 4-H calendar, Anchorage 4-H calendar, Bethel 4-H calendar, Bristol Bay/Dillingham 4-H calendar, Delta Junction 4-H calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana 4-H calendar, Kenai Peninsula 4-H calendar, Kodiak 4-H calendar, Mat-Su/Copper River 4-H calendar, Nome 4-H calendar, Sitka 4-H calendar, Southeast 4-H calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Thursday, June 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event, Contact organizer.

AHC: Fairbanks: Dressed to Impress: The Art of Salad Dressing

Learn to turn fresh garden greens into flavor explosions with herbs, spices and berries! Explore the world of emulsions from tangy vinaigrettes to creamy dressings. Once you’ve tried your hand at homemade dressings, you’ll never go back to store bought! The combinations of flavors are endless. In this fun, interactive workshop, we’ll harvest, taste, and create your own salad dressing to take a jar home with you! Meet at the entrance of Georgeson Botanical Garden. Cost: $40; student discounts available. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/AHCclasses. For more information, contact Mallory Smith, ak.harvest@alaska.edu. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business days in advance to Alda Norris at amnorris2@alaska.edu or 907-474-7120. Language access services, such as interpretation or translation of vital information, will be provided free of charge to individuals with limited English proficiency upon request to amnorris2@alaska.edu. This work is supported… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Contact organizer.

AHC: Fairbanks - Herb-Infused Luxury: DIY Lip Balms and Salves

Unleash your inner alchemist and discover the art of crafting luxurious, personalized lip balms and salves in this hands-on workshop. Alaska Harvest Collaborative's Mallory Smith will help participants select and harvest herbs fresh from the garden, then blend with soothing butters and protective waxes to create custom blends tailored to your preference. All materials are provided. Take your handcrafted products home with you. Meet at the entrance to Georgeson Botanical Garden. Cost: $40; student discounts available. Registration is required. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/AHCclasses.   For more information, contact Smith at ak.harvest@alaska.edu. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business days in advance to Alda Norris at amnorris2@alaska.edu or 907-474-7120. Language access services, such as interpretation or translation of vital information, will be provided free of charge to individuals with limited English proficiency upon… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Contact organizer.

AHC: Fairbanks - The Harvest: Tools, techniques, and tasty veggies!

Your garden is overflowing with bounty—now it’s time to harvest the rewards of all your hard work! Join Mallory Smith for a hands-on class and dive into the art of harvesting! Whether you’re new to the process or looking to perfect your technique, this class will guide you every step of the way. In this session, you'll explore: Understanding vegetable growth – Get familiar with how different veggies grow, so you know exactly when they’re ready to be harvested. , Introduction to harvesting tools – Learn about the right tools to make harvesting easy, efficient, and fun. , When and how to harvest – Master the timing and techniques to get the best flavor and longest shelf life from your crops. , Q&A for home garden concerns – Bring your questions and get expert advice on any gardening challenges you're facing! , Cost: $40. Student discounts available. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/AHCclasses, Meet at the entrance to Georgeson Botanical Garden. For more information, contact… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Contact organizer.

AHC: Fairbanks - Unlock the Ancient Art of Lacto-Fermentation

For centuries, cultures around the world have used lacto-fermentation to preserve the bounty of their gardens and enhance the flavor and nutritional value of their produce. Now, you can learn this time-honored technique and bring it into your own kitchen! Join Mallory Smith for a fun and interactive workshop where you’ll discover how simple it is to ferment your favorite vegetables and fruits. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to transform fresh, local produce into delicious, probiotic-rich foods using just a few kitchen essentials. Best of all, you’ll leave with your very own jar of mouthwatering lacto-fermented veggies to enjoy at home. Whether you’re new to fermentation or looking to expand your skills, this workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to start your own fermentation journey! Cost: $40. Student discounts available. Meet at the entrance to Georgeson Botanical Garden. For more information, contact Smith at ak.harvest@alaska.edu, Accommodation requests related to a… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Fairbanks/Tanana CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Contact organizer.