BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Alaska Forum - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Alaska Forum X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://akforum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Alaska Forum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Anchorage BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20220313T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20221106T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20230312T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20231105T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20240310T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20241103T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20250309T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20251102T100000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20241211T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20241211T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240516T091351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T174306Z UID:1530-1733914800-1733918400@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Forum Virtual Technical Session: What Lies Below - Using Geophysics for Contaminated Site Investigations DESCRIPTION:Geophysical methods can provide insight into conditions and objects below the surface while reducing or eliminating the need for invasive\, and expensive\, drilling or excavating. These methods can locate buried objects\, define subsurface geology\, delineate voids\, and detect contaminating. Esther Babcock\, geophysicist at Logic Geophysics & Analytics\, will discuss ground-penetrating radar\, seismic\, and resistivity their capabilities as related to Alaskan projects and conditions. \nDr. Esther Babcock received her M.Sc. in Environmental Science from the University of Arizona and her Ph.D. in geophysics from Boise State University. Her geophysical experience focuses on near-surface investigations for geotechnical and environmental applications.\nDr. Babcock’s geophysical field experience spans the globe\, from Africa\, to the Canadian and Alaskan Arctic\, to Antarctica. She currently owns and operates Logic Geophysics & Analytics LLC\, based in Anchorage\, Alaska\, and conducts geophysical field work across the state\, from the North Slope to the Aleutians.\nPresenter: Dr. Esther Babcock\, Logic Geophysics & Analytics LLC URL:https://akforum.org/event/afe-virtual-technical-session-what-lies-below-using-geophysics-for-contaminated-site-investigations/ LOCATION:Alaska Forum Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20241113T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20241113T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240320T065950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T124826Z UID:1354-1731495600-1731499200@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Forum Virtual Technical Session: Remote Sensing and Forest Health: An Open Forum for Ideas and Insights DESCRIPTION:This session will discuss forest health monitoring in Alaska using remote sensing technologies\, including satellite\, drone\, and other aerial imagery. We will showcase different open access tools and remote sensing based products to assess forest health and vegetation conditions. The session will also include a wider audience discussion where we will solicit input from participants to identify existing knowledge gaps and research needs in the area of forest health specific to their own contexts\, to increase the collective understanding of the forest health issues and remote sensing opportunities in Alaska.\nSpeakers:\nSumana Sahoo\, University of Alaska Fairbanks\nAnushree Bandola\, University of Alaska Fairbanks\,\nSantosh Panda\, University of Alaska Fairbanks\nKaren Hutten\, USDA URL:https://akforum.org/event/afe-virtual-technical-session-remote-sensing-and-forest-health-an-open-forum-for-ideas-and-insights/ LOCATION:Alaska Forum Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20241016T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20241016T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240326T071437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T074517Z UID:1373-1729076400-1729080000@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Forum Virtual Technical Session: Ocean Acidification: A discussion on current and future monitoring for Alaska DESCRIPTION:Ocean acidification is a growing topic of interest and concern for Alaskans. Alaska has been identified as a hotspot\, and direct and indirect effects of ocean acidification could have serious implications for fisheries\, food security\, and the economy. Researchers with the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration monitor ocean acidification in coastal waters around Alaska. In recent years\, other groups including Tribes and coastal communities have joined the monitoring effort. The Alaska Ocean Acidification Network brings scientists and a diversity of stakeholders together to expand the understanding of ocean acidification processes and consequences in Alaska\, as well as explore potential adaptation and mitigation strategies. This presentation will include a refresher on ocean acidification\, the primary information needs voiced by Alaskans\, and what we’ve learned from recent research and monitoring to address those needs. Identifying ‘actionable information’ continues to be a challenge and opportunity as we seek to better understand the responses of important species and the conditions they are experiencing now and may experience in the future. In addition to sharing information\, this session will solicit input from participants on sharing and communicating useful information.\nSpeakers:\nDarcy Dugan\, Alaska Ocean Acidification Network\nNatalie Monacci\, University of Alaska Fairbanks URL:https://akforum.org/event/afe-virtual-technical-session-ocean-acidification-a-discussion-on-current-and-future-monitoring-for-alaska/ LOCATION:Alaska Forum Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240522T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240522T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240420T080050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T100025Z UID:1451-1716375600-1716379200@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Forum Virtual Technical Session: PFAS Analytical Methods and the Current Regulatory Landscape DESCRIPTION:The presentation will provide a clear and comprehensive overview of the various analytical methods for evaluation of PFAS in drinking water\, wastewater\, solids\, biosolids\, etc.\, as well as an overview of best practices regarding field collection. As the landscape continues to change with regard to PFAS regulations and testing\, having a clear understanding of the available analytical methods and their applicability becomes increasingly critical for operators\, consultants\, and regulators. Attendees will get a clear explanation and develop a conceptual understanding of how to apply each method\, as well as how to evaluate historical data against newer methods that may be available.\nPresenter: Jamie Fox – Senior Program Manager\, Enthalpy Analytical\, LLC URL:https://akforum.org/event/afe-virtual-technical-session-pfas-analytical-methods-and-the-current-regulatory-landscape/ LOCATION:Alaska Forum Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240515T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240515T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240320T065950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T090334Z UID:1353-1715770800-1715774400@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Forum Virtual Technical Session: Building a Sustainable Alaskan Workforce Through Community Collaboration DESCRIPTION:Alaskans are leaving the state and businesses are struggling to find enough workers. Teaching students from a young age to enjoy being outside\, to connect to their community\, to appreciate Alaska’s natural resources\, and to be aware of job opportunities in the state\, will develop Alaskans who want to live\, work\, and play in Alaska. Join this session to learn about and discuss existing outdoor and resource education efforts across the state\, educational resources\, workforce implications\, and get inspired to take action in your own community.\nPresenters:\nBeki Toussaint\, Alaska Resource Education\nMeredith Gutierrez\, Anchorage Park Foundation\nTyler Katzmar\, REAP URL:https://akforum.org/event/afe-virtual-technical-session-building-a-sustainable-alaskan-workforce-through-community-collaboration/ LOCATION:Alaska Forum’s Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240425T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240221T043005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T081438Z UID:1264-1714035600-1714050000@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Landfill Operator Training DESCRIPTION:Alaska Landfill Operator Training (ALOT) is for the designated landfill operator in a village with a Class III landfill or open dump. The course focuses on the duties of the landfill operator\, their personal safety\, and the safety of the village. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the landfill operator’s role to keep the village clean and the landfill free from harmful substances.\nAlaska Landfill Operator Training (ALOT) is a newly developed training that expands the content of our previous landfill training offerings (RALO\, RALA\, HHW) to allow more encompassing content including covering all the responsibilities associated with landfill operations.\nThis is a three day course Tuesday\, April 23-Thursday April 25\, with 4 hours of training a day and a few scheduled breaks. To receive the certification\, you must fully attend and participate in all three days of training. URL:https://akforum.org/event/alaska-landfill-operator-training-3/ LOCATION:Alaska Forums Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240424T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240424T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240221T043005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T081643Z UID:1263-1713949200-1713963600@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Landfill Operator Training Day 2 DESCRIPTION:Alaska Landfill Operator Training (ALOT) is for the designated landfill operator in a village with a Class III landfill or open dump. The course focuses on the duties of the landfill operator\, their personal safety\, and the safety of the village. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the landfill operator’s role to keep the village clean and the landfill free from harmful substances.\nAlaska Landfill Operator Training (ALOT) is a newly developed training that expands the content of our previous landfill training offerings (RALO\, RALA\, HHW) to allow more encompassing content including covering all the responsibilities associated with landfill operations.\nThis is a three day course Tuesday\, April 23-Thursday April 25\, with 4 hours of training a day and a few scheduled breaks. To receive the certification\, you must fully attend and participate in all three days of training. URL:https://akforum.org/event/alaska-landfill-operator-training-2/ LOCATION:Alaska Forums Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240423T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240221T043005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T081519Z UID:1262-1713862800-1713877200@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Landfill Operator Training DESCRIPTION:Alaska Landfill Operator Training (ALOT) is for the designated landfill operator in a village with a Class III landfill or open dump. The course focuses on the duties of the landfill operator\, their personal safety\, and the safety of the village. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the landfill operator’s role to keep the village clean and the landfill free from harmful substances.\nAlaska Landfill Operator Training (ALOT) is a newly developed training that expands the content of our previous landfill training offerings (RALO\, RALA\, HHW) to allow more encompassing content including covering all the responsibilities associated with landfill operations.\nThis is a three day course Tuesday\, April 23-Thursday April 25\, with 4 hours of training a day and a few scheduled breaks. To receive the certification\, you must fully attend and participate in all three days of training. URL:https://akforum.org/event/alaska-landfill-operator-training/ LOCATION:Alaska Forums Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240417T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240417T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240315T061415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T074616Z UID:1335-1713351600-1713355200@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Forum Virtual Technical Session: Advances in Phytoremediation for Sustainable Nature-Based Treatment on Hydrocarbons and Mixed Waste Sites DESCRIPTION:This presentation will discuss design methodologies and data from full-scale phytoremediation installations on several hydrocarbon and mixed waste sites utilizing Endophyte-Assisted Phytoremediation System (EAPS) technology\, as well as how they have been successful in meeting sustainability goals. These synergistic bioremediation tools and innovative techniques have been deployed to address several classes of pollutants\, including chlorinated VOCs\, petroleum hydrocarbons\, and 1\,4-dioxane alone and in mixed waste situations.\nSpeaker: Renee Murphy\, Intrinsyx Environmental URL:https://akforum.org/event/afe-virtual-technical-session-advances-in-phytoremediation-for-sustainable-nature-based-treatment-on-hydrocarbons-and-mixed-waste-sites/ LOCATION:Alaska Forum Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240410T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240410T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240320T065949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T073518Z UID:1352-1712746800-1712750400@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Forum Virtual Technical Session: Disaster Resilience: Tribal Coalitions & Other Solutions DESCRIPTION:This presentation is a follow-up to the November 2020 Alaska Forum presentation (Adapting to Climate Change: Lessons Learned from Rural Alaska Disaster Resilience Projects). In the three years since the 2020 Alaska Forum presentation I have worked on building tribal coalitions to respond to environmental threats (i.e. a regional response)\, among other initiatives to improve disaster resilience efforts at a community level. What is noteworthy is that the federal government has long used tribal organizations to carry out programs\, projects and activities in tribal settings including housing (HUD)\, health care (IHS)\, and social service\, education\, and many other tribal programming (BIA). However the Stafford Act only recognizes States and Tribes as entities that can work directly with the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA). In other words\, tribal organizations are not recognized by FEMA as an agent of tribes to work directly with the agency on disaster resilience. Consequently\, regional solutions to environmental threats are not readily envisioned and advanced with an obvious loss of economy of scale solutions. Therefore\, it falls on a tribe or a municipality to take lead in coordinating agencies and stakeholders in a multi-jurisdictional setting to develop effective disaster resilience solutions. Local capacity is tested. This presentation will include how a disaster resilience coalition can simulate a federally recognized tribal organization. The presentation will include discussion of the only multi-tribal FEMA approved Hazard Mitigation Plan in the country (to date) – the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians (a coalition of five tribes in central California) in addressing wildfires; the Unit 4 Disaster Resilience efforts (Akiak\, Akiachak\, Kwethluk\, and Tuluksak) in addressing riverine erosion and flooding; and preliminary discussions a number of the Olympic Peninsula tribes are having for a collective response to the Cascadia fault earthquake/tsunami.\nPresenter: Joel Neimeyer URL:https://akforum.org/event/afe-virtual-technical-session-disaster-resilience-tribal-coalitions-other-solutions/ LOCATION:Alaska Forum’s Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240403T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20240403T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20240315T061415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T072912Z UID:1334-1712142000-1712145600@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Forum Virtual Technical Session: SM-1A Decommissioning and Dismantlement – Project Update DESCRIPTION:The US Army Corps of Engineers has actively begun to implement the decommissioning and dismantlement of the SM-1A deactivated nuclear power plant located at Fort Greely\, AK. The team is in the initial planning phases at this point with a planned mobilization date in May 2024. The update will include details on the history of the project\, our regulatory framework\, where the project is headed in the next 12-18 months\, discusses our planned waste transportation route and tribal consultation\, plus will allow for questions and answers. URL:https://akforum.org/event/afe-virtual-technical-session-details-to-be-announced/ LOCATION:Alaska Forum Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20231108T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20231108T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20231013T053026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T073049Z UID:853-1699441200-1699444800@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Forum Virtual Technical Session: How To Keep Your Community Healthy During The Winter and Holiday Travel Season DESCRIPTION:In this session\, the State of Alaska Epidemiologist will discuss the current status of various emerging health concerns for Alaskans and actions we can all take to minimize the risk of spreading illness within our families and communities during the winter season.\nPresenters: Joe McLaughlin\, State of Alaska Epidemiologist and Chief URL:https://akforum.org/event/afe-virtual-technical-session-how-to-keep-your-community-healthy-during-the-winter-and-holiday-travel-season/ LOCATION:Alaska Forum Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20231031T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20231031T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20231007T045941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T055851Z UID:831-1698750000-1698753600@akforum.org SUMMARY:Alaska Forum Virtual Technical Session: Preparing Your Landfill For Winter DESCRIPTION:Session Details To Be Announced. URL:https://akforum.org/event/afe-virtual-technical-session-preparing-your-landfill-for-winter/ LOCATION:Alaska Forum’s Virtual Attendee Hub CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230804 DTSTAMP:20260404T064814 CREATED:20230628T114427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T185902Z UID:516-1690848000-1691107199@akforum.org SUMMARY:FEMA Region 10: Alaska Local and Tribal Hazard Mitigation Planning Workshop DESCRIPTION:ANTHC and FEMA Region 10 are hosting a hybrid Local and Tribal Hazard Mitigation Planning Workshop. This workshop is available both in-person and virtually. It will cover the basics of mitigation planning for local and tribal governments. You will learn about the planning process\, assessing risks and developing and implementing effective mitigation strategies. This workshop reflects guidance\, resources and materials related to FEMA’s 2017 Tribal Mitigation Plan Review Guide and 2022 Local Mitigation Planning Policy Guide. There may be opportunity for one-on-one technical assistance.\nThis workshop is for local and tribal governments\, emergency managers\, planners\, environmental managers\, and other partners. You may be interested if you are updating or will be updating a local\, tribal or multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan within the next year. You may also be interested if you live or work in an area approved for FEMA Public Assistance in a Federally declared disaster such as: Alaska Severe Storm\, Flooding\, and Landslides (Typhoon Merbok\, fema.gov/disaster/4672).\nIn-person and Zoom attendance opportunities.\nRegistration is required: bit.ly/AKHMPWorkshop23\nOPPORTUNITIES FOR CREDIT: You may be eligible to earn Continuing Education Credits from the Association of State Floodplain Managers and Certification Maintenance Credits from the American Institute of Certified Planners if you attend all days. More information will be provided.\nQUESTIONS:\nJennifer N. Adleman\nFEMA Region 10 Anchorage\nMobile: 202-664-0665\njennifer.adleman@fema.dhs.gov URL:https://akforum.org/event/fema-region-10-alaska-local-and-tribal-hazard-mitigation-planning-workshop/ LOCATION:Registration is required through Eventbrite*:bit.ly/AKHMPWorkshop23 CATEGORIES:Alaska Forum Training Calendar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR