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Sitka: Chocolate Lovers Workshop 2

Chocolate lovers in Sitka are invited to celebrate heart health and chocolate this February with a workshop led by Paula Veshti. Participants will make two chocolate-themed recipes with delicious and nutritious ingredients chosen especially for heart health. Veshti is a dietetics student at the University of Alaska Anchorage. The two-hour workshop is on Sunday, Feb. 22, at 2:22 p.m. at the Sitka Lutheran Church kitchen, 224 Lincoln St. Cost: $22.22. Space is limited. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/ChocolateLovers2. Note: The back parking lot is under construction. Participants should park on Lincoln Street and enter on the Lincoln Street side. The class will take place in the kitchen down a set of stairs. For more information, contact Jasmine Shaw at jdshaw2@alaska.edu or 907-747-9440. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made five business days in advance to Alda Norris amnorris2@alaska.edu or 907-474-7120. Language access services, such as… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Southeast CES calendar, Sitka CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Sunday, February 22, 2026, 2:22 PM – 4:22 PM. Contact organizer.

Spring Exercise - Spring Kitchen Series

It is time to get your muscles and bones ready for the busy summer months. Whether you spend your summer on land, on water, in the forest, on the water, or in the garden, Alaska summers are an active time. In this class, UAF Extension Professor Sarah Lewis will introduce simple exercises you can do at home to get yourself ready for the fun! $12, For more information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/SpringKitchenSeries. The Zoom link will be emailed upon successful registration. This is one of a series of Spring Kitchen classes. Upcoming classes: March 9: Make Room in the Freezer, Part 1: Water bath Canning Frozen Berries & Fruit; 5:30-7 p.m. March 16: Make Room in the Freezer, Part 2: Pressure Canning Frozen Fish and Game 5:30-7 p.m. Contact Sarah Lewis at 907-455-2010 or email sarah.lewis@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… 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. Monday, February 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event, Contact organizer.

Re-purposing Extension Content Across Multiple Platforms: From Article to Blog to Video and More

Heidi Rader, University of Alaska Fairbanks professor of Extension, will discuss how and why to re-purpose one story into multiple outreach products: from an article to a blog post to a video and more. Drawing on almost two decades of experience producing dozens of YouTube videos and writing a successful blog, this session will focus on the value of engaging with audiences online, leveraging Extension's history as a trusted, research-based source of information (with no ads), to reach local audiences at different scales. This session will focus on building a repeatable content workflow that helps educators adapt their messages across formats efficiently, while adapting the content for different target audiences to maximize reach and maintain relevance. The talk is geared to Extension professionals at land-grant universities throughout the United States. Register using the online form. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 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. Thursday, February 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. UAF online/virtual event.

Alaska Master Gardener course, via Zoom

Registration is open for a new Alaska master gardener course, which will be taught over Zoom. Casey Matney and Darren Snyder, agriculture and horticulture agents with the University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service, will lead the course. It provides a broad horticultural background and includes Alaska-specific lessons on botany, soils, vegetable production using organic and conventional techniques, integrated pest management, greenhouses, lawns, houseplants, trees and shrubs, flowers and invasive plants. Alaska master gardeners are credentialed by the UAF Cooperative Extension Service and are located in communities throughout the state. The prerequisites for becoming a master gardener include familiarity with Alaska gardening conditions and a commitment to 40 hours of volunteer time. Classes will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. from Dec. 2 to Feb. 27, 2026, with a break for the holidays. The cost is $250, which includes a copy of "Alaska's Sustainable Gardening Handbook."… 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. Friday, February 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event.

54th Delta Farm Forum

The Delta Farm Forum is an annual event for the Interior Alaska agriculture and farming community. The 2026 event is the 54th annual forum. Throughout the day, relevant information will be presented from agricultural producers, scientists and researchers, representatives from businesses and agricultural agencies. A sit-down potluck luncheon will be served from noon-1:30 p.m. and door prizes from our sponsors are given away throughout the day. Must be present to win! Sponsored by the UAF Cooperative Extension Service and Salcha-Delta Soil and Water Conservation District. This event is free and open to the public. Main dishes, potato & dinner rolls will be provided by our sponsors. Guests are asked to follow this schedule when bringing a dish: A-F = vegetable or fruit, G-L = desserts, M-R = pasta or rice, S-Z = salads. Location: Delta High School Small Gymnasium, 1664 N.Clearwater Ave, Delta Junction, For more information, contact Eve Karczmarczyk at eekarczmarczyk@alaska.edu or 907-895-4215. … Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Anchorage CES calendar, Bethel CES calendar, Bristol Bay/Dillingham CES calendar, Delta Junction CES calendar, Kenai/Soldotna 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. Saturday, February 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Contact organizer.

Sitka: Indian Curry with Abhi

Abhi Abhinav is an exchange student from a village in India living in Sitka this school year. He loves sports, cooking, eating and Sitka. He learned how to cook by watching his parents. He is excited to teach Sitkans how to make a delicious yellow potato curry. Location: Sitka Lutheran Church kitchen. Note: The back parking lot is under construction. Participants should park on Lincoln Street and enter on the Lincoln Street side. The class will take place in the kitchen down a set of stairs. The cost is $40. To register, fill out the online form or visit https://bit.ly/SitkaCurry. For more information, contact Jasmine Shaw at jdshaw2@alaska.edu, 907-747-9440. , 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 … Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Southeast CES calendar, Sitka CES calendar. Could this event have 200 or more attendees? There are campus considerations for large events.: FALSE. Saturday, February 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Contact organizer.

Circumpolar Connections: A Dialogue on Arctic Food Systems

The UAF Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension will host a series of hourlong lunch seminars. Presentations will focus on engaging people in a conversation about the issues their research surrounds, and will be relatively informal and friendly. Talks will be about 30 minutes long, with plenty of time for questions and conversations. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/CircumpolarConnections. During these seminars, researchers will present ideas to inspire interdisciplinary collaboration and build relationships around Alaska's food systems. Researchers and students at University of Alaska, other circumpolar institutions, and land-grant university Experiment Stations are invited to listen to IANRE researchers present ideas that spark curiosity and inspire new pathways forward. While the seminars will focus on agriculture in the sub-Arctic and Arctic, the broader aim is to create a space for connection and dialogue, ultimately strengthening research across… 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. Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Contact organizer.

Make Room in the Freezer: Water Bath Canning Frozen Berries and Fruit

Preserve last year's berry and fruit harvests for the pantry shelf, and free up some freezer space for this year! In this class, UAF Extension Professor Sarah Lewis will teach water bath canning skills for people of all experience levels, with a focus on frozen berries and fruits, offering creative canning recipes. The cost is $12.  For more information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/SpringKitchenSeries. The Zoom link will be emailed upon successful registration. Upcoming classes: March 16: Make Room in the Freezer, Part 2: Pressure Canning Frozen Fish and Game 5:30-7 p.m. Contact Sarah Lewis at 907-455-2010 or email sarah.lewis@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. … 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. Monday, March 9, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event, Contact organizer.

Palmer: Chicken 101 Lunch and Learn

Raising chickens in the backyard is a fun hobby and a great way to improve your food security in Alaska. This class will teach you everything you need to get started with your own flock. We'll cover breed selection, egg incubation, nutrition, coop design, disease management, and cold-weather tips. This free class will be held in person at the UAF Matanuska Experiment Farm and Extension Center, 1509 S. Georgeson Drive, Palmer, as well as via Zoom. Please use this link to register or visit https://bit.ly/MatSuChicken101 for either option. For more information, contact the Matanuska Experiment Farm front desk at 907-745-3360. 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… 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, March 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event.

Webinar: Out of sight, out of mind? The unrealized devastation from invasive northern pike.

Northern pike are native to Alaska north and west of the Alaska Range, but were illegally introduced to Southcentral in the 1950s and have spread to over 150 waterbodies. As apex predators, pike have greatly altered many aquatic ecosystems. Parker Bradley, a biologist with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, will go over background regarding invasive northern pike and highlight staggering statistics on the impact they have had so far in the Mat-Su Valley. He will also discuss some Fish & Game suppression and eradication projects, and research into how pike move through Cook Inlet. Where: Zoom. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/InvasivePike. Cost: Free, 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… 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, March 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event, Contact organizer.

Palmer: Birch Tapping Lunch and Learn

Did you know the sap that comes from birch trees is a healthy beverage? We will discuss how to tap the birch trees in your backyard, how to store the sap safely and how to make birch syrup. This class will be held in person at the UAF Matanuska Experiment Farm and Extension Center, 1509 S. Georgeson Drive, Palmer, as well as via Zoom. Please use this link to register for either option or visit https://bit.ly/MatSuBirch. For more information, please contact the front desk at the Matanuska Experiment Farm, 907-745-3360. 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 and Agriculture. 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, March 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event.

Re-purposing Extension Content Across Multiple Platforms: Focus on Video

Heidi Rader, University of Alaska Fairbanks professor of Extension, will discuss how and why to re-purpose one story into multiple outreach products: from an article to a blog post to a video and more. Drawing on almost two decades of experience producing dozens of YouTube videos and writing a successful blog, this session will equip non-videographer educators with practical tools for creating 'good enough' videos. Participants will learn how to identify story ideas, choose between scripted or interview-style approaches, consider their target audience, and improve audio and video quality using simple techniques. This session will focus on building a repeatable content workflow that helps educators adapt their messages across formats efficiently, while adapting the content for different target audiences to maximize reach and maintain relevance. The talk is geared to Extension professionals at land-grant universities throughout the United States. Register using the online form. Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 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. Thursday, March 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. UAF online/virtual event.

Circumpolar Connections: A Dialogue on Arctic Food Systems

The UAF Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension will host a series of hourlong lunch seminars. Presentations will focus on engaging people in a conversation about the issues their research surrounds, and will be relatively informal and friendly. Talks will be about 30 minutes long, with plenty of time for questions and conversations. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/CircumpolarConnections. During these seminars, researchers will present ideas to inspire interdisciplinary collaboration and build relationships around Alaska's food systems. Researchers and students at University of Alaska, other circumpolar institutions, and land-grant university Experiment Stations are invited to listen to IANRE researchers present ideas that spark curiosity and inspire new pathways forward. While the seminars will focus on agriculture in the sub-Arctic and Arctic, the broader aim is to create a space for connection and dialogue, ultimately strengthening research across… 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. Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Contact organizer.

Webinar: Backyard Pollinators

Join the Valley Garden Club and Cooperative Extension Service to learn more about the pollinators in your backyard. Alex Wenninger, UAF CES integrated pest management technician, will cover the nesting habits of native bees and how to recognize common bees and other pollinators in Alaska. She will also cover ways to attract pollinators and how to be a good pollinator steward in your own garden by planting for pollinators and managing invasive plants. Location: Zoom Register via the online form or visit https://bit.ly/PollinatorTalk. Free, For more information, contact Molly Johansson, 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… Categories: Public events calendar - Fairbanks, Cooperative Extension calendar, Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and 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, April 7, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. UAF online/virtual event, Contact organizer.

Circumpolar Connections: A Dialogue on Arctic Food Systems

The UAF Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension will host a series of hourlong lunch seminars. Presentations will focus on engaging people in a conversation about the issues their research surrounds, and will be relatively informal and friendly. Talks will be about 30 minutes long, with plenty of time for questions and conversations. Register using the online form or visit https://bit.ly/CircumpolarConnections. During these seminars, researchers will present ideas to inspire interdisciplinary collaboration and build relationships around Alaska's food systems. Researchers and students at University of Alaska, other circumpolar institutions, and land-grant university Experiment Stations are invited to listen to IANRE researchers present ideas that spark curiosity and inspire new pathways forward. While the seminars will focus on agriculture in the sub-Arctic and Arctic, the broader aim is to create a space for connection and dialogue, ultimately strengthening research across… 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. Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Contact organizer.

2026 Pesticide Safety Education Program training

This three-day course is for Alaskans preparing for the certified pesticide exam with the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. The training will be offered over Zoom and includes all necessary study materials for the categories of your choice. Category descriptions can be found on the DEC Pesticide Control Program website: https://dec.alaska.gov/eh/pest/certified-applicators/categories/  Two sessions are scheduled in 2026: Jan. 27-29; April 21-23. For information on course content, contact Phil Kaspari, pnkaspari@alaska.edu or 907-895-4215. Register at https://bit.ly/PSEPtraining.  To pick up training materials at a local Cooperative Extension office: $75. To have training materials mailed to you: $100.  REGISTRATION CLOSES 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20 for the January class; 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 14 for the April class. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the training date. Participants are encouraged to become familiar with the materials and math needed prior to the… 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, April 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event.

2026 Pesticide Safety Education Program training

This three-day course is for Alaskans preparing for the certified pesticide exam with the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. The training will be offered over Zoom and includes all necessary study materials for the categories of your choice. Category descriptions can be found on the DEC Pesticide Control Program website: https://dec.alaska.gov/eh/pest/certified-applicators/categories/  Two sessions are scheduled in 2026: Jan. 27-29; April 21-23. For information on course content, contact Phil Kaspari, pnkaspari@alaska.edu or 907-895-4215. Register at https://bit.ly/PSEPtraining.  To pick up training materials at a local Cooperative Extension office: $75. To have training materials mailed to you: $100.  REGISTRATION CLOSES 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20 for the January class; 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 14 for the April class. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the training date. Participants are encouraged to become familiar with the materials and math needed prior to the… 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, April 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. UAF online/virtual event.

2026 Pesticide Safety Education Program training

This three-day course is for Alaskans preparing for the certified pesticide exam with the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. The training will be offered over Zoom and includes all necessary study materials for the categories of your choice. Category descriptions can be found on the DEC Pesticide Control Program website: https://dec.alaska.gov/eh/pest/certified-applicators/categories/  Two sessions are scheduled in 2026: Jan. 27-29; April 21-23. For information on course content, contact Phil Kaspari, pnkaspari@alaska.edu or 907-895-4215. Register at https://bit.ly/PSEPtraining.  To pick up training materials at a local Cooperative Extension office: $75. To have training materials mailed to you: $100.  REGISTRATION CLOSES 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20 for the January class; 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 14 for the April class. The Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the training date. Participants are encouraged to become familiar with the materials and math needed prior to the… 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. Thursday, April 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 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.