WHAT'S UP – November 16, 2005 - 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)

WORKSHOPS SEMINARS, STATEWIDE EVENTS

November 17
RIKI OTT is giving a FREE webcast lecture on the OIL as a HEALTH HAZARD to PEOPLE and WILDLIFE at 9:00 a.m. Alaska Time. The information in the webcast is based on research compiled in Riki's book, Sound Truth and Corporate Myth$ (2005). For more information about this webcast and to register, visit www.soundtruth/info/ Register now at www.soundtruth.info/webcast.htm.

November 17 - 21
HAINES - The ALASKA BALD EAGLE FESTIVAL will be held. Make plans now to join us and our distinguished Master of Ceremonies AL BATT to celebrate a spectacular and unique natural event: the World's Largest Concentration of Bald Eagles. Email the American Bald Eagle Foundation at info@baldeagles.org or call 907-766-3094 to request a free brochure. Be sure to check out our Festival Store while you are on our web site. Fine Products from previous festivals are available for online purchase. For schedule of events and other information, see http://baldeagles.org/festival.html.

**November 21 (statewide teleconference)
JUNEAU
The NPDES Work Group will meet via teleconference and in the DEC Conference Room, at 410 Willoughby Ave., from 10 to 11am on the following Mondays: Oct 24, Nov 7, and Nov 21.  The discussion topics are yet to be determined.  The topic and any handouts will be posted prior to the meeting on the Work Group website at http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/npdes/work_group.htm ).  All meetings are open to the public. To participate by teleconference call 1-800-315-6338, pass code 5068. For more information about NPDES Primacy and the Work Group, contact Denise Koch at (907) 465-5272, FAX: (907) 465-5274 or denise_koch@dec.state.ak.us or visit the following DEC websites: http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/npdes/npdes.htm and http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/npdes/work_group.htm

December 1& 2
ANCHORAGE - ALASKA CONFERENCE ON HEALTH AND THE ENVIRONMENT: A CLINICAL, SCIENTIFIC, AND PUBLIC HEALTH CONVENING will be held in conjunction with the AK Public Health Association Annual Health Summit at the UAA Consortium Library features nationally renowned scientists, health professionals, and authors, including: J. Peterson Myers, Ph.D., co-author of Our Stolen Future; Carolyn Raffensperger, J.D. author of Precautionary Tools for Reshaping Environmental Policy; Ted Schettler, M.D., author of Generations at Risk; David Carpenter, M.D., Director of the Institute for Health and the Environment, State Univ. of New York, Albany; Ruth Etzel M.D., Ph.D., editor of the American Academy of Pediatrics Handbook of Pediatric Environmental Health; and Elise Miller, M.Ed., Institute for Children's Environmental Health. The Collaborative on Health and the Environment (CHE) ( www.cheforhealth.org) seeks to raise the level of scientific and public dialogue about the role of environmental contaminants and other environmental factors in many of the common diseases, disorders, and conditions of our time. Participants in the conference will be provided an opportunity to obtain continuing medical education (CME) credits. For more information or to register, contact AK Community Action on Toxics at 222-7714.

**December 2 (Statewide via teleconference)
THE EXXON VALDEZ OIL SPILL TRUSTEE COUNCIL will meet at 10am at the EVOS office 441 W 5th Ave, Ste 500 and by beginning at 10am. Public comment is at 10:10 a.m. Action items include discussion and approval of additional FY 2006 Work Plan proposals and Administrative Budget. For more information call: (907) 278-8012 or (800) 478-7745 or on the web at www.evostc.state.ak.us.

GRANTS
 

November 30 is the deadline for applications for the LAND & WATER CONSERVATION FUND (LWCF) GRANT PROGRAM. LWCF can be used to provide partial funding for the acquisition of outdoor recreation lands and/or development of outdoor recreation facilities. State, regional or local governments with the authority to provide park and outdoor recreation services on public land may apply. Application forms and other program information can be accessed at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/parks/grants/lwcf.htm and select Grant Programs then select Land and Water Conservation Fund.

DEADLINES
 

November 17
Deadline for comments on proposal to adopt regulation dealing with state WATER QUALILTY STANDARDS in 18 AAC 70. DEC is considering TECK COMINCO’s request to revise a site-specific criterion for total dissolved solids that will be protective of the growth and propagation of fish and other aquatic life in the section of RED DOG CREEK downstream from the Red Dog Mine. This is a SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE adding to the NOTICE OF PROPOSED CHANGES that was issued on September 29, 2005 concerning these proposed regulations revisions. This SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE is being issued because DEC is extending the comment period to November 17. For a copy of the proposed regulation change, go to http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/wqsar/wqs/reddog.htm. Submit written comments to William Ashton at by fax at (907)269-7509, or by e-mail at William_Ashton@dec.state.ak.us.

November 17
EAGLE RIVER – Comments are due on proposal by the Municipality of Anchorage to discharge approximately 2,400 cubic yards of fill material into approximately 0.2 acres of adjacent wetlands in order to rehabilitate the Lower Fire Lake Dam and its roadway approach and crossing. Rehabilitation work will include replacement of the dam's outlet structure with a sheetpile weir wall and riprap lined spillway surrounded by a sheetpile wingwall; raising the dam crest by 2 feet and widening the dam base in order to increase freeboard; and reconstruction and widening of the roadway approach. The purpose of the rehabilitation is to protect public safety, properties and utilities which would be adversely affected in the event of a dam failure. For more information or to submit comments, contact Amanda S. Henry 907-269-7468, Fax: 907-269-3981 or Email: amanda_henry@dnr.state.ak.us.

November 18 (Extension)
The Dept. of Natural Resources has GRANTED an EXTENSION of the current review of the 2005AQUATIC FARM APPLICATIONS. Thirty (30) applications and five (5) amendment requests are being reviewed for sites in Southeast Alaska. The applications and amendment requests include suspended, intertidal, and subtidal culture sites located at or near Juneau (Bridget Cove); Baranof Is (Sitka Sound-various locations, Krestof Sound, Tenekee Springs); Coronation Is; Warren Is; Prince of Wales Is (Coffman Cove, Tokeen, Kasaan, Ruth, & Winter Bays); Etolin Is (Steamer & Rocky Bays, McHenry Inlet & Anchorage, Dewey Anchorage, Canoe Passage) Onslow Is; Brownson Is; Deer Is; Seward Passage; Cleveland Pen. (Union Bay); Rocky Pass; Revillagigedo Is (Cone Pt to Fox Pt); Pt Sykes south to Black Is; and Percy Islands. Copies of the preliminary decisions that describe the scope of the proposed actions are available at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/aquatic/index.htm. For more information or to submit comments, contact Guyla McGrady, Program Manager, at email: Guyla_McGrady@dnr.state.ak.us, phone (907) 269-8543 or Fax (907) 269-8913.

November 18
FAIRBANKS – Deadline for comments on proposal for a DISPOSAL PERMIT from the FAIRBANKS GOLD CO. for the disposal of CONSTRUCTION and DEMOLITION DEBRIS in a new Inert Waste Monofill off Goldstream Road near Fox. Comments regarding this application are requested by ADEC, 610 University Avenue, Fairbanks, Alaska 99709-3643. A copy of the application is available upon request.

November 18
DENALI HIGHWAY - Comments are due on the proposed CULTURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLAN on DENALI HIGHWAY LANDS. In 2003 the Bureau of Land Management began the process of conveying over 200,000 acres of land in several blocks to the State in areas north of the Denali Highway in central Alaska, as part of Statehood land selections. One of these, termed Denali Block I, contains the northern fifth of the Tangle Lakes Archaeological District (TLAD), a 226,660 acre unit listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This document is to provide guidance in the management of the cultural resources on state lands in the TLAD, and on other state lands in the Denali Highway region. The AK Dept. of Natural Resources (DNR) is the State agency with the authority and responsibility for managing resources on state lands, with DNR/Div. of Mining, Land and Water responsible for managing the State lands along the Denali Highway. Most of the Denali Highway lands are considered multiple use, with the exception of a special use area that encloses the northern section of the TLAD. DNR takes over the role of cultural resource manager from BLM, who has actively managed the cultural resources since the 1970s. It is the responsibility of DNR/Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation/ Office of History and Archaeology (OHA) to advise DNR/DMLW on the management of cultural resources on State lands. The primary mechanism of disturbance for archaeological sites in the TLAD has been Off Highway Vehicles (OHVs). Trails were monitored in the TLAD and the Denali Blocks in 2003, 2004, and 2005, and their impacts on cultural resources accessed. Resource extraction, road development or modification, and other human activities all have potential to impact cultural resources. This report sets out a series of steps for agencies and commercial interests to follow, enabling them to comply with laws and regulations protecting cultural resources. This report also sets forth cultural resource protection recommendations for OHA, and guidance for DNR/DMLW on managing the cultural resources in the TLAD and Denali Highway region. The Management Plan is available at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/standard/dsp_media_release.cfm?id=553&title=Cultural%20Resource%20Management%20Plan. For more information or to submit comments, contact Richard Vanderhoek at the Office of History and Archaeology, 550 W. 7th Ave. Suite 1310, Anchorage AK 99501-3565. 

November 18
Deadline for PROPOSALS to the BOARD of GAME for changes to REGULATIONS pertaining to STATEWIDE provisions for hunting and the use of game to be considered at the Winter 2006 board meeting in Anchorage. Statewide topics include: Policy for Changing Board Agenda, Taking of Game by Proxy, Licenses and Tags, Migratory Bird Hunting Guide Services, Waterfowl Conservation Tag, Taking of Big Game for Certain Religious Ceremonies, Possession of Wolf Hybrid Prohibited, Control of Predation by Wolves and Bears, Purchase and Sale of Game, Sealing of the following: bear skins and skulls, dall sheep horns, marten, lynx, beaver, otter, wolf, and wolverine and Off-Road Vehicle Use for Hunting & Transporting Game Policy. Go to http://www.boards.adfg.state.ak.us/bbs/forms/propform.php for proposal form. Send proposals to Rena Balzer, ADF&G, Boards Support Section by FAX:(907) 465-6094.

November 21
FAIRBANKS - Deadline for comments on the proposal to issue an AIR QUALITY CONTROL OPERATIN PERMIT for emission sources at the CHENA POWER PLANT by the Aurora Energy, LLC. The stationary source contains four coal boilers. Chena 1, 2, and 3 have separate multicyclone dust collectors for particulate emission control. Each boiler can produce up to 50,000 lb/hr steam each, with a maximum design power production of 5 megawatts (MW). Chena 5 is equipped with multicyclones and a slipstream baghouse for particulate emission control; it can produce up to 200,000 lb/hour steam and has a maximum power production rating of 20 MW. The potential annual emissions of regulated air contaminants at the stationary source will not exceed: 430 tons of particulate matter, 809 tons of nitrogen oxides, 1328 tons of sulfur dioxide, 657 tons of Carbon Monoxide. The total emissions of regulated air contaminants is 3,224 tons per year. Copies of ADEC's second draft Operating Permit Renewal and preliminary Statement of Basis are available at http://www.dec.state.ak.us/. For more information or to submit comments, contact Ms. Cynthia Espinoza at (907-269-7575) Anchorage Office or Mr. P. Moses Coss, (907-451-2163) Fairbanks Office.

November 21
FAIRBANKS – Comments are due on proposal by the University of Alaska to SELL approximately 160 and 200 ACRES of LAND located north of the fairgrounds between College Road and Farmers Loop Road. This land is generally considered WETLANDS, BORDERED on 2 sides by a WILDLIFE REFUGE, with no constructed access. The land will be sold at or above fair market value with the purchaser paying all costs. Questions or comments, concerning the sale of this parcel must be made in writing to UA Land Management, PO Box 755280 Fairbanks AK 99775. For more information, call Kristi Sherman at 907-450-8133, or see www.ualand.com.

November 21
Deadline for comments on an application for an OIL DISCHARGE PREVENTION and CONTINGENCY PLAN by Armstrong Alaska, Inc. to drill 3 exploration wells during the 2005 – 2006 winter season. Drilling operations will be conducted using a land-based drilling rig on 3 artificial ice pads. An ice road will link the pads to the existing North Slope road system which will tie-in at the KUPARUK RIVER UNIT Pad MP1. An oil discharge prevention and contingency plan is required that will commit adequate prevention resources to plan to contain, control, and cleanup an oil discharge from an oil exploration operation equal to the response planning standard for the operation. Send comments to ADEC Industry Preparedness Program, Exploration, Production, and Refineries Section, 555 Cordova Street, Anchorage, AK 99501, (907) 269-3094. Copies of the application and plan are available for public review at the ADEC offices in Anchorage and Fairbanks.

November 21
MCGRATH – Deadline for comments on application to BLM from Mystery Creek Resources, Inc., to conduct MINING activities on existing unpatented federal mining claims at NIXON FORK located approximately 32 miles northeast of McGrath, involving up to a total of 177. 4. In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act, (NEPA), and BLM regulations, a Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) was prepared to evaluate the proposed action’s potential impacts on the human and natural environment. The Draft EA is available www.dnr.state.ak.us/mlw/mining/largemine/nixonfork/index.htm or by contacting David Kelley at (907) 267-1246, DKelley@ak.blm.gov. Comments may be faxed to (907) 267-1267. This notice shall also serve as public notice for ADEC’s intent to issue a WASTE MANAGEMENT PERMIT for the disposal of solid waste and wastewater from the Nixon Fork Mine. For more information or to submit comments on the draft waste management permit, contact Luke Boles at 907-451-2142, Fax: 907-451-2187 or Email: Luke_Boles@dec.state.ak.us.

November 21
Comments are due on proposed GLENN HIGHWAY: KNIK RIVER BRIDGE ANIT-ICING project. This would install an Automated Anti-Icing System on the Knik River Bridge and approaches near the Old Glenn/Glenn Highway Interchange. All improvements would be constructed in ADOT&PF Right-of-Way (ROW). The proposed construction improvements are as follows: Imbed anti-icing spray nozzles in the north and southbound lanes and approaches; Install a 30-40’ weather tower on the north end of the bridge; and Construct a small storage building near the weather tower for the storage of tanks, supplies and equipment. As presently envisioned, ADOT&PF anticipates minimal environmental impacts associated with this project. Minor amounts of potassium acetate will run off the bridges and approaches during the wintertime once the system is operational. ADOT&PF anticipates a decrease in the amount of salt entering the Knik River when using an Automated Anti-Icing System due to a decrease in the amount of sand and salt mixture currently spread on the bridges. For more information, contact Judy Dougherty at 907-269-0566 or Tana Stone at 907-269-0529, Submit comments to Jerry O. Ruehle, Environmental Coordinator, Preliminary Design and Environmental, ADOT&PF, P. O. Box 196900, Anchorage, Alaska 99519-6900.

November 21
Comments are due on the MIGRATORY BIRD SUBSISTENCE HARVES REGULATIONS in Alaska for the 2006 season. This proposed rule would establish regulations that prescribe frameworks, or outer limits, for dates when harvesting of birds may occur, species that can be taken, and methods and means that would be excluded from use. These regulations were developed under a co-management process involving the Service, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, and Alaska Native representatives. These regulations are intended to provide a framework to enable the continuation of customary and traditional subsistence uses of migratory birds in Alaska. The rulemaking is necessary because the regulations governing the subsistence harvest of migratory birds in Alaska are subject to annual review. This rulemaking proposes regulations that start on April 2, 2006, and expire on August 31, 2006, for the subsistence harvest of migratory birds in Alaska. For more information, contact Fred Armstrong at (907) 786-3887, or Donna Dewhurst at (907) 786-3499, or see http://www.regulations.gov/freddocs/05-18972.htm. Send comments to Regional Director, Alaska Region, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 1011 E. Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503, or fax to (907) 786-3306 or e-mail to ambcc@fws.gov.

November 24
Comments are due on proposal to renew the OIL DISCHARGE PREVENTION and PREVENTION CONTINGENCY PLAN for the STEDMAN ST. and WARD COVE OIL TERMINAL FACILITIES. These facilities have a combined capacity of 2,306,500 gallons; their petroleum products are largely aviation gasoline, diesel and gasoline. The plan must demonstrate the applicant's ability to plan to contain, control and clean up an oil discharge from the Anderes Oil Inc. Send comments to the Dept, of Environmental Conservation, Div. of Spill Prevention and Response, Terminals & Tank Farms Section, 555 Cordova Street, Anchorage, AK 99501, (907) 269-7886

November 25
DELTA JUNCTION - Deadline for comments on the proposal to RECONSTRUCT the RICHARDSON HIGHWAY between Mileposts (MP) 257 and 265, south of the Delta Junction. The proposed project activities include: roadway widening and resurfacing, drainage improvements, installation of left turn lanes at the Ft. Greely Main and Mid-Post gates, resurfacing an existing wayside at MP 262.6, replacement of the Jarvis Creek Bridge at MP 264.8 with approximately 1.4 miles of realignment, and relocation of existing electrical and communications utilities. For more information or to submit comments, contact Tim Woster at (907) 451-2288 or Email tim_woster@dot.state.ak.us

**November 28
Comments are due on the discussion paper concerning the review and update of the OIL POLLUTION PREVENTION REGULATIONS. The paper is available at http://www.state.ak.us/dec/spar/ipp/cpr.htm. For more information or to submit comments, contact Craig Wilson at (907) 465-5204, by fax at (907) 465-5245, or by e-mail at Craig_Wilson@dec.state.ak.us.

November 25
Comments are due on the proposal to replace the ALASKA HIGHWAY-TANANA RIVER BRIDGE at Milepost 1303.3 of the Alaska Highway, west of Tetlin and realign approximately one mile of the highway. For more information, contact Tim Woster at 907-451-2288 or email tim_woster@dot.stat.ak.us or Berg at (907) 261-7438 or email dwberg@mactec.com.

**November 30
VALDEZ – Deadlines for applications to serve on the VALDEZ AREA STATE PARKS CITIZENS ADVISORY BOARD. The Board advises Alaska State Park managers on issues relating to state parks and outdoor recreation management in Valdez, Thomsen Pass, and Northern Prince William Sound. Specific state park units in the management area are Worthington Glacier State Recreation Site (SRS), Blueberry Lake SRS, Shoup Bay State Marine Park (SMP), Jack Bay SMP, and several other lands acquired by the Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation through the Exxon Valdez Trustee Council purchases, including Mineral Creek. One seat is currently open on the board and the successful applicant will serve a three year term. The board meets approximately six times per year and advises the Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation on issues relating to existing state parks and outdoor recreation issues on or affecting state lands. For an application form, go to http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/parks/misc/brdappgeneric.pdf  and include resume, and short letter describing: your reasons for wanting to serve; your qualifications and availability; and park user group to which you belong. For more information or to submit application, contact: District Ranger Jack Blackwell
Alaska Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation, PO Box 1247, Soldotna, AK 99669
Phone (907) 262-5581 or Fax (907) 262-3717.

**December 1
Deadline for applications for McNEIL RIVER SPECIAL ACCESS PERMITS (please note: this program differs from the viewing permits issued by lottery, which has a March 1 deadline). This program is available only to individuals that have a special need to visit the Sanctuary.  These needs may include (but are not limited to) SCIENTISTS, LAND MANAGERS, EDUCATORS, PUBLIC OR ARTISTIC MEDIA REPRESENTATIVES, FILM MAKERS, or others acting in an official capacity and who would benefit professionally by visiting McNeil River. More information and the application are available online at http://www.wildlife.alaska.gov/mcneil/mr-specperms.cfm or by sending a request to mcneilinfo@fishgame.state.ak.us. For additional information, contact Joe Meehan at 907/267-2281, fax: 907/267-2433 or email joe_meehan@fishgame.state.ak.us or go to www.wildlife.alaska.gov.

**December 1
Comments are due on proposal to issue PERMANENT CLOSURE APPROVAL for eleven inactive oil and gas drilling WASTE RESERVE PIT SITES located on the North Slope. Inactive drilling waste reserve pits are waste disposal facilities where drilling muds and cuttings were deposited during oil and gas exploration/development. Operators of the reserve pit sites must submit closure plans describing the history of the site, the present condition of the site, results of water sampling, and an assessment of the potential risks to human health and the environment posed by the drilling waste. Large scale waste removal or monofill capping projects were completed at most of the sites. ADEC inspected each site multiple times during corrective action projects and final inspections were conducted at all sites to insure the excavation/construction was completed in accordance with the approved corrective action plans. Trace amounts of hydrocarbon sheen may remain at some sites. At the J W Dalton project, drilling waste was excavated from a pit in an emergency project to prevent waste release into the Beaufort Sea by coastal erosion. Based on field investigations and chemical analyses, no risk to public health or the environment exists at these sites. If new information is discovered showing impacts to public health and the environment outside the original scope of this work, then the department may require further investigation, assessment, monitoring or remediation.  Send comments to Judd Peterson by FAX at (907)269-7600 or email Judd_Peterson@dec.state.ak.us. For additional information contact Mr. Peterson at (907) 269-7622.

**December 2
Deadline for comments on proposed changes in the regulation dealing with SPORT FISHING in the KENAI PENISULA and SUSITNA-WEST COOK INLET AREAS of COOK INLET and various subsistence and commercial FINFISH and SHELLFISH fisheries, including the following: Splitting the geographical management areas within Cook Inlet into smaller geographical management areas. Proposal also provides for a number of changes in terminology. For a copy of the regulations or to submit comments, contact Kerri Tonkin at (907) 465-6124, Fax: (907) 465-2604, or Email: kerri_tonkin@fishgame.state.ak.us.

EVENTS & MEETINGS
ANCHORAGE - EAGLE RIVER & GIRDWOOD

**November 17
An Open House meeting will be held from 6:30 to 8:30pm at the Romig Middle School to discuss the proposed projects to reconstruct FIREWEED LANE OR SPENARD ROAD. Both streets must have work to improve safety and update them to current standards. This is the earliest stage of these projects, when local knowledge, observations, and concerns can have the greatest influence. For information concerning Fireweed, go to www.midtownroads.com/fireweed. For information about the Spenard Road project, go to www.midtownroads.com/spenard. For more information on either of these projects, you may also phone Anne Brooks at 272-1877. Comments can be sent to comments@brooksandassociates.info.

**November 17
Topic this week’s Environmental Studies seminar is: The APPLICATION OF GIS TO SUPPORT PERMITTING FOR THE MINING, OIL AND GAS INDUSTRIES IN ALASKA presented by HOWARD EARL, Dir. of Sales & Marketing, Resource Data Inc. The seminar will be held from 11:30am to 12:30pm in the Ecosystem Biomedical Laboratory located on the north side of Alumni Loop (off UAA Dr.). For more information, contact Dr Andy Kliskey at 786-1136, Fax: 786-4607 or Email: afadk@uaa.alaska.edu

November 17
INVASION OF THE HABITAT SNATCHERS! Learn more about INVASIVE PLANTS and BIRD SPECIES around the Anchorage Bowl at the Anchorage Audubon monthly lecture series at 7:30pm at the Campbell Creek Science Center. UAF Cooperative Extension Service biologist MIKE RASY and Alaska Fish and Game biologist RICK SINNOTT will share their knowledge about where these species came from, which areas they are invading, and what is being done to stop their impact on native species and habitat.   If you have seen starlings or purple loosestrife in your nature walks around Anchorage, this is a chance to find out more. For more information, call 388.BIRD or www.anchorageaudubon.org.

November 18
ALASKA HISTORICAL COMMISSION will meet from 9am to 4:30pm in Suite 1860 of the Robert B. Atwood Building, 550 West 7th Ave. Public comment period is 10:30am. The agenda includes discussion of Office of History and Archaeology, Alaska Department of Natural Resources, programs and budget, national historic preservation issues, review of geographic name proposals, and review of requests for funding from Alaska's Certified Local Governments. For more information, contact 907-269-8721.

 **November 27
TREATS FOR BIRDS – Learn how to best FEED OUR RESIDENT WINTER BIRDS at 2pm at the Eagle River Nature Center. For more information, call 694-2108.

**November 30
AK Youth for Environmental Action (AYEA) is inviting teens, parents, teachers,other community members to a meeting on the impacts of global warming from 5?30 to 7pm at the Alaska Center for the Environment (807 G St.). Teens will present information on this important issue and introduce an exciting statewide project that needs more youth volunteers. Call 244-8282 or goddess_ql@hotmail.com for more information.

**November 30 & December 1
A meeting of the WATER/WASTEWATER WORKS ADVISORY BOARD will meet beginning at 10:00 am on November 30 and 8:30 am on December 1. The meeting will be held in the Denali Conference Room at the CH2M Hill Office at 301 West Northern Lights Blvd. Public comment will be heard on December 1 at 9:30am. Please contact the Department of Environmental Conservation at (907) 465-5140 with public comment agenda items prior to the Board Meeting. The Board Meeting agenda will be available on-line at: http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/opcert/index.htm.

**December 1
SCOTT WATERMAN, Alaska Housing Finance Corp. will discuss "PEAK OIL, and WHAT IT MEANS FOR ALASKA" at 7pm in Room 118 of the SSB (formerly CAS) room 118 for the fall Sustainable Energy Lecture Series.

**December 1
“PEAK OIL, AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR ALASKA" is the topic for the UAA Environmental Club’s Sustainable Energy Lecture Series at 7pm in Room 118 of SSB (formerly CAS). SCOTT WATERMAN of the Alaska Housing Finance Corp. will be speaking.

OUT OF ANCHORAGE
 

**November 17
HAINES - A public open house and hearing will be held on the BLM RING of FIRE DRAFT RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLAN/ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT (RMP/EIS) from 6 to 9pm at the Haines Borough Public Library.  The public comment period for the Draft RMP/EIS will last until December 30, 2005.  Comments can be submitted orally at the public hearings, by mail, or by email to akrofrmp@blm.gov. For further information, please contact Robert Lloyd, Project Manager, at (907)-267-1214.

November 18
KETCHIKAN “SOUTHEAST ALASKA CULTURAL FOODS” - DOLLY GARZA, local author, will give an informative slide presentation and show samples of various cultural foods specific to SE Alaska peoples from 7 to 8pm at the Southeast Alaska Discovery Center. She will also be available at the end of the presentation to sign any of her books, which you can pick up from the Alaska Natural History Association bookstore.

November 18
CORDOVA – CHUGACH CITIZENS MEETING will be held from 6 to 8 pm at the Orca Adventure Lodge to discuss proactive ways to BALANCE CONSERVATION and the RESPONSIBLE USE of FOREST RESOURCES  within the Chugach. (The Forest Service will be attending this meeting from 7-8 to answer our questions and respond to our concerns). Alaska Center for the Environment has organized Citizen gatherings in several Chugach communities to give people a chance to express their thoughts on how to protect our unique quality of life within the  region and to sustain this way of life for future generations. For more information or if you would like to arrange a Chugach Citizen Gathering in your community, please contact:Bobbie Jo Skibo, Forest Conservation Program, bobbiejo@akcenter.org , (907) 240-0539.

November 18
HOMER – CLIMATE CHANGE – WHAT LIES AHEAD: The STORY BEHIND ALASKA’S WARM WELCOME is the topic for the presentation at the Alaska Islands & Ocean Visitor Center at 7pm by JOHN MORRIS, Regional National Park Service. This illustrated presentation will discuss several of the primary indicators of climate change that are becoming evident in the Arctic. Life in these northern latitudes is both, hardy and vulnerable, but the rapid rate of change for these resources poses new challenges to their survival. Learn about recent research findings to see what scientists are saying and examine many of the implications they hold for Alaska's parks and neighboring communities. For more information, contact Marianne Kronk at 907-226-4619 or go to http://alaskamaritime.fws.gov or http://IslandsAndOcean.org.

November 19
FAIRBANKS -  2^nd PEOPLE’S ENDOWMENT ENERGY SEMINAR will be held fro 2 to 5pm in the Schaible Auditorium. Oil Production is declining! Prepare now for an oil-depleted future and Peak oil. What is it, and Why should I care? Open to the public. For more information, contact Richard Seifert at ffrds@uaf.edu

November 21
VALDEZ – CHUGACH CITIZENS MEETING will be held from 6 to 8 pm at the Valdez Civic Center Conference Room to discuss proactive ways to BALANCE CONSERVATION and the RESPONSIBLE USE of FOREST RESOURCES within the Chugach. Alaska Center for the Environment has organized Citizen gatherings in several Chugach communities to give people a chance to express their thoughts on how to protect our unique quality of life within the  region and to sustain this way of life for future generations. For more information or if you would like to arrange a Chugach Citizen Gathering in your community, please contact:Bobbie Jo Skibo, Forest Conservation Program, bobbiejo@akcenter.org , (907) 240-0539.

**November 29
FAIRBANKS – The ALASKA BOARD OF FISHERIES will hold a public hearing at the Fairbanks Princess Lodge beginning at 6:30pm. The purpose of the hearing is to gather information and public comments concerning proposals and issues to be addressed by the board at its PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND/COPPER RIVER FINFISH regulatory meeting December 1 – 6, 2005.  The subject matter is limited to Prince William Sound/Copper River finfish proposals contained in the 2005/2006 proposal book which can be found online at http://www.boards.adfg.state.ak.us/fishinfo/index.php. Written comment can be sent to Alaska Board of Fisheries, P.O. Box 25526, Juneau, AK 99802-5526; or faxed to: Boards Support Section, 907-465-6094. For more information, contact sherry_wright@fishgame.state.ak.us. Those in outlying areas who wish to provide testimony may do so telephonically by calling 1-800-395-5073. Please call-in by 5:30 p.m. to register your intent to testify at the hearing. The hearing might be extended to accommodate those present before 6:30 p.m. who did not have an opportunity to comment.

**November 30
JUNEAU – Public hearing will be held on proposal to let companies seek EXEMPTIONS to the BAN on POLLUTION MIXING ZONES in FISH SPAWNING AREAS from 4 to 6pm  at the Terry Miller Legislative Office Building. The regulation changes in the WATER QUALITY STANDARDS, include the following: repeal and adopt revisions that would: 1) expand the prohibition on mixing zones to include lakes; 2) create exemptions to the prohibition on mixing zones in fish spawning habitat; 3) reorganize the mixing zone regulations to improve clarity and reduce redundancy; 4) simplify some technical provisions including ones dealing with risk assessment, flow calculations, and mixing zone models; and 5) update a reference to federal technology-based effluent limitations. The proposal includes a new definition for shellfish and provides for consideration of measures that would mitigate the potential adverse effects of mixing zones on aquatic resources. For a copy of the proposed regulation changes go to http://notes.state.ak.us/pn/pubnotic.nsf. Background information and fact sheets explaining the proposed regulation can be found at http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/wqsar/trireview/mixingzones.htm. For more information, contact Nancy Sonafrank at Nancy_Sonafrank@dec.state.ak.us.

**December 1
FAIRBANKS – Public hearing will be held on proposal to let companies seek EXEMPTIONS to the BAN on POLLUTION MIXING ZONES in FISH SPAWNING AREAS from 4 to 6pm in the Legislative Information Offices, 119 Cushman St., Suite 101. The regulation changes in the WATER QUALITY STANDARDS, include the following: repeal and adopt revisions that would: 1) expand the prohibition on mixing zones to include lakes; 2) create exemptions to the prohibition on mixing zones in fish spawning habitat; 3) reorganize the mixing zone regulations to improve clarity and reduce redundancy; 4) simplify some technical provisions including ones dealing with risk assessment, flow calculations, and mixing zone models; and 5) update a reference to federal technology-based effluent limitations. The proposal includes a new definition for shellfish and provides for consideration of measures that would mitigate the potential adverse effects of mixing zones on aquatic resources. For a copy of the proposed regulation changes go to http://notes.state.ak.us/pn/pubnotic.nsf. Background information and fact sheets explaining the proposed regulation can be found at http://www.dec.state.ak.us/water/wqsar/trireview/mixingzones.htm. For more information, contact Nancy Sonafrank at Nancy_Sonafrank@dec.state.ak.us. Those in outlying areas who wish to provide testimony may do so telephonically by calling 1-800-395-5073. Please call-in by 5:30 p.m. to register your intent to testify at the hearing. The hearing might be extended to accommodate those present before 6:30 p.m. who did not have an opportunity to comment.

**December 1
VALDEZ - Board of Fisheries will meet in the Valdez Civic Center. Agenda includes PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND, UPPER COPPER RIVER and UPPER SUSITNA RIVER AREA FINFISH AND GROUNDFISH AREAS REGULATIONS. For a copy of the proposed regulation go to  http://www.boards.adfg.state.ak.us/fishinfo/index.php and http://notes3.state.ak.us/pn/pubnotic.nsf/1604e1912875140689256785006767f6/b21204e98e9da6fb892570a70080caaf?OpenDocument

**December 2
HOMER – VITAL SIGNS – MONITORING OUR NATIONAL PARKS is the presentation at the Alaska Islands & Ocean Visitor Center at 7 ALAN BENNETT, Inventory & Monitoring Coordinator for the National Park Service's Southwest Area Network (SWAN). He will give an introduction and overview of the SWAN program and then speak in more detail about several monitoring projects. Parks in the Southwest Area Network include Lake Clark National Park & Preserve, Kenai Fjords National Park, Katmai National Park & Preserve and Aniakchak National Monument & Preserve. For more information on this ecological monitoring program, visit: Southwest Alaska Network at http://www.nature.nps.gov/im/units/swan/index.cfm or contact Marianne Kronk at 907-226-4619.

ITEMS OF INTEREST
 

**The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to UPDATE POLICIES that GUIDE the MANAGEMENT of the national park system to improve their clarity
 and to keep pace with changes in laws, regulations, socio-economic factors and technology. The revised policies will also improve understandings among NPS 
managers, and between NPS managers and the public, regarding how decisions are made in protecting park resources and providing opportunities for public
enjoyment of the parks. The proposed policy, as well as a comparison between the current (2001) policy and the proposed policy, is available on-line at
 http://parkplanning.nps.gov/document.cfm?projectId=13746&documentID=12825. There is also a link to the management policies from www.nps.gov. The 
web site allows you to download individual chapters or the entire document. Note that all documents are MS Word files, except the last two (the Entire Draft and 
the Official Comparison version), which are listed in .pdf format. Deadline for comments is February 18, 2006.

**The ALASKA NATURAL RESOURCE AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (ANROE) invites interested individuals to SUBMIT A PROPOSAL for a workshop/session at the upcoming statewide Environmental Education conference, Educational Tools for Environmental Stewardship: Moving from Awareness to Action, to be held at Alaska Pacific University on March 9-11, 2006. There will be four conference strands: Environmental Science for Classroom Teachers; Sustaining Environmental Education: Traditional and Community Knowledge; and Natural History Interpretation and Field Techniques. Proposals are requested for sessions and presentations. The FINAL DEADLINE for receipt of proposals is DECEMBER 16, and potential presenters will be notified by January 2 as to whether or not their proposal has been accepted. A proposal form is available at www.anroe.org and may be sent  by e-mail to hoags@gci.net or by mail to Stephanie Hoag at 119 Seward #12, Juneau, AK. 99801. If you have any questions, please call Kristen Romanoff at 465-4292, or e-mail kristen_romanoff@fishgame.state.ak.us. For information about ANROE, go to www.anroe.org. 

**EPA recently proposed major REDUCTIONS in the amount of INFORMATION on TOCIX POLLUTION that it will collect and make available to the public under the program. The TRI program, which requires companies to report their toxic releases, has been incredibly effective at reducing toxic pollution.  For instance, from 1998 to 2003, TRI helped cut releases of toxic chemicals in the United States by 2.8 billion pounds. Under the proposal, facilities will be able to pollute ten times as much before reporting the details as well as letting companies for the first time skimp on the details about persistent bio-accumulative toxins (PBTs), like lead and mercury.  EPA also officially notified Congress of their intent to cut the TRI program in half by only collecting pollution reports every other year instead of annually. For more background on TRI click here http://www.crtk.org/library_files/TRI.pdf. Under the threshold changes, pollution information from almost 4,000 facilities would essentially disappear.  For more information on the impacts of EPA's proposals go to http://www.crtk.org/detail.cfm?docID=780&cat=industrial%20toxics.

**RECYCLE CDS, DVDS and JEWEL CASES by sending them to: Send to: MRC Polymers, c/o DADC Recycling Program, 3307 South Lawndale Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623. Cases can be intact or broken. Send them the cheapest way possible with no packing materials; Separate CDs from DVDs; Remove paper from jewel cases, recycle the paper here in town; and Stickers are OK as long as they are paper (no metal backing). For more information, contact for info: Roy Peabody at (773) 890-9000.

**The 2005-2006 ALASKA WATER EDUCATION POSTER CONTEST information for 3 to 6 graders is now available at http://www.sf.adfg.state.ak.us/statewide/instflow/watercalendar.cfm. The theme for the contest is “Water Flowing Through Our Lives. See http://www.sf.adfg.state.ak.us/statewide/instflow/WCentry.cfm for rules and entry forms.

ELECTRONICS RECYCLER opens shop in Anchorage. TOTOAL RECLAIM, located at 12101 Industry Way, Unit C4 (in Huffman Business Park), will accept a variety of items for recycling, including electronics, fluorescent lamps and ballasts, as well as its flagship material, refrigerants. They will be open to the public Tuesday through Friday, 10am – 7pm and Saturday, 10am-4pm. Businesses can drop off items on Friday, 8am – 4pm. Electronics, including monitors, will be 45¢ per pound. TVs will be 55¢ per pound. Cell phones and small battery packs can be dropped off for free. Fluorescent lamps will cost 12¢ per foot. For more information, contact Larry Zirkle at 229-0183.

The SHORT-TAILED ALBATROSS DRAFT RECOVERY PLAN is available for public comment. The comment period will remain open until December 26th, 2005. Don't wait until the last minute to review the document and submit your comments. The plan is available at: http://ecos.fws.gov/docs/recovery_plans/2005/051027.pdf. For additional information, see the species profile page at: http://ecos.fws.gov/species_profile/servlet/gov.doi.species_profile.servlets.SpeciesProfile?spcode=B00Y or the Albatross Project's website at: http://www.wfu.edu/albatross/shorttail/shorttail.htm.

CULTURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE DENALI HIGHWAY LANDS is available at http://www.dnr.state.ak.us/parks/oha/denalihwylands/index.htm. In 2003 the Bureau of Land Management began the process of conveying over 200,000 acres of land in several blocks to the State in areas north of the Denali Highway in central Alaska, as part of Statehood land selections. One of these, termed Denali Block I, contains the northern fifth of the Tangle Lakes Archaeological District (TLAD), a 226,660 acre unit listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This document is to provide guidance in the management of the cultural resources on state lands in the TLAD, and on other state lands in the Denali Highway region. The Alaska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is the State agency with the authority and responsibility for managing resources on state lands, with DNR/Division of Mining, Land and Water responsible for managing the State lands along the Denali Highway. Most of the Denali Highway lands are considered multiple use, with the exception of a special use area that encloses the northern section of the TLAD. DNR takes over the role of cultural resource manager from BLM, who has actively managed the cultural resources since the 1970s. The primary mechanism of disturbance for archaeological sites in the TLAD has been Off Highway Vehicles (OHVs). Resource extraction, road development or modification, and other human activities all have potential to impact cultural resources. This report sets out a series of steps for agencies and commercial interests to follow, enabling them to comply with laws and regulations protecting cultural resources. This report also sets forth cultural resource protection recommendations for OHA, and guidance for DNR/DMLW on managing the cultural resources in the TLAD and Denali Highway region.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

**The FEDERAL SUBSISTENCE BOARD is accepting applications and nominations to serve on one of 10 Regional Advisory Councils that advise the Board on subsistence fishing, hunting and trapping regulations. The terms are for three years, councils meet at least twice a year, and seats are open statewide to subsistence, commercial and sport users. Information and applications are available at http://fws.gov/asm/home.html or from Ann Wilkinson at 907-786-3676 or 800-478-1456 or email ann-wilkinson@fws.gov.

Volunteers are needed to GATHER SIGNATURES on the PETITION that has been certified by the Lt. Governor to once again PROHIBIT the use of AIRCRAFT to KILL WOLVES and BEARS, except in cases of biological emergencies and only then using AK Dept. of Fish and Game personnel, not private hunters.  Alaskan voters banned this practice in 1996 and 2000, but their vote has been overturned twice by the State Legislature. In order to successfully place the measure on the ballot, 31,000 signatures are needed by January 6th. To volunteer or for more information, contact Alaskans for Wildlife at 276-WOLF (9653) or email alaskansforwildlife@yahoo.com.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

**GIFTS MANAGER for the ALASKA CONSERVATION FOUNDATION. Position is responsible for managing a nationally based portfolio of high end donors. Experience with annual and planned giving, excellent writing and interpersonal skills required. Competitive salary and benefits. EEOE. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and references to: Ivy Spohnholz, Alaska Conservation Foundation, 441 West 5th Avenue, Suite 402, Anch., AK 99501 or email to acfinfo@akcf.org. For full job description is available at www.akcf.org.

**MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT for the ALASKA WILDLIFE ALLIANCE – Anchorage - Maintain daily office and membership administration for small nonprofit, develop educational materials, participate in special events, coordinate volunteers. Must be personable, self-motivated, detail oriented and able to make a long-term commitment. Preferred: proficiency with Quickbooks, Excel, Access, database management & edu/exp in office management, outreach coordination, education or natural resources. Position located in Anchorage, 30hrs wk, salary DOE plus benefits. Full description, see http://www.alaskawildlife.org  Send resume & cover letter to jenna@akwildlife.org or fax: 907-277-7423 No phone calls.

LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT for the ALASKA CONSERVATION ALLIANCE – full time to serve in the Juneau office during the five-month Alaska State Legislature, from January to May 2006. Hourly pay depends on experience (~$15 per hour) Duties will include event coordination, general office support, legislation tracking, and grassroots coordination. The assistant will work on all aspects of legislative conservation advocacy, from bill analysis to testimony preparation and grassroots activism. Qualified candidates will show they have: Excellent organizational and communication skills. Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and demonstrated interest in the conservation of Alaska's natural environment. Computer proficiency. (Web experience is a plus.) and Interest in Alaska's legislative process. All application materials must be received by DECEMBER 6, 2005. Send resume, references, and cover letter, preferably by email, to: Britt Constantine at Britt@akvoice.org or Fax: (907) 463-3312. To learn more about ACA and AK Conservation Voters (ACV) see www.akvoice.org and www.acvoters.org to learn more about our programs. For additional information, contact Britt Constantine, Britt@akvoice.org, or call (907) 463-3366.

OFFICE MANAGER for the NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION – Anchorage Office. Responsibilities include: bookkeeping, budget preparation & monitoring; making travel arrangements; telephone calls; technical assistance & front desk support. Requirements include: proofreading skills; strong Quicken and MS Office skills, can-do attitude, and ability to multi-task. Demonstrated commitment and interest to environmental protection is preferred. Salary High $30's with excellent benefits package. Please apply online at www.nwf.org/careergateway. For information, contact Jim Adams, Office Director at (907) 339-3902 or by email at adamsj@nwf.org.

 

PART-TIME ACTIVISTS for the ALASKA CENTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT to help with their annual Fall Campaign Drive and strengthen local support for key environmental issues. No experience is necessary and training is paid. This is a great way to get involved at a grassroots level and help protect Alaska's wildlife, forests, and natural resources. Hours and Pay: Monday through Thursday from 5:15 - 9:15 pm. Hourly rate of $9.50 plus bonus. For more information please call Lena at 274-3640 or e-mail at
lena@akcenter.org.

 

WILDERNESS SOCIETY'S ALASKA REGIONAL OFFICE (Anchorage) is recruiting for a CONSERVATION ECOLOGIST and a RESOURCE ECONOMIST. For a complete job description with a list of qualifications, duties and responsibilities go to http://www.wilderness.org/AboutUs/careers.cfm?TopLevel=Careers. Society offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. To apply please submit a cover letter explaining your qualifications for this position, resume, writing sample, and names, addresses, phone numbers of three references to: Ms. Geri Wardlow, Recruiting Consultant; The Personnel Office, Inc; 2010 Corporate Ridge; Suite 700, #141; McLean, VA 22102; fax #703-327-0415;email geriw@tws.org.

 

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYST for DOWL ENGINEERS to provide a full spectrum of research, documentation, report preparation, public involvement, and agency coordination services to clients in the area of environmental documentation, environmental planning, and the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA). Location: Anchorage. Persons with a strong work ethic and appropriate qualifications are encouraged to forward letters of interest, employment applications, and resumes to DOWL Engineers attn HR via email to careers@dowl.com or fax to 1-877-370-0966 or US mail to 4040 B Street, Anchorage, Alaska 99503.

 

ARCHAEOLOGIST/RESEARCH ASSISTANT for CLARUS TECHNOLOGIES has openings for: This job involves field and office research for actions that could impact archaeological resources, preparing reports, and advising on heritage matters, including conservation options and legal provisions. Degree (MA preferred) in archaeology/Anthropology or equivalent. Two field seasons experience in archaeological surveys and data recovery. Fax resumes to 907-694-4271 or e-mail to janet.bartel@clarustechnologies.com

 

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER – for CLARUS TECHNOLOGIES Must have Alaska PE with 10-20 yrs experience in remediation, site characterization, NEPA, SPCC plans and pollution prevention. Will serve as senior Project Manager. Fax resumes to 907-694-4271 or e-mail to janet.bartel@clarustechnologies.com.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR for the ALASKA CONSERVATION ALLIANCE & VOTERS - Location: Anchorage. Alaska Conservation Alliance (ACA) and Alaska Conservation Voters (ACV) seek a dynamic leader to serve as Executive Director. ACA is the lead 501 (c) (3) umbrella organization for Alaska conservation groups; ACV is the lead 501 (c) (4) statewide conservation organization working to change Alaska’s political landscape through lobbying and electoral politics. The Executive Director will be hired by and report to the (c)(3) and (c)(4) Boards of Directors. This position presents an opportunity to mobilize citizens to influence key public policies affecting Alaska’s unique environment and Native cultures. Qualifications and Experience Required: BA or BS degree in business, nonprofit management, or equivalent work or education-related experience; Strong leadership, strategic planning, and organizational development skills; Strong writing, public speaking, and media skills; Strong interpersonal and team-building skills; Significant fundraising experience; Non-profit management experience; significant personnel management experience and ability to maintain a flexible schedule, including some evening work and travel. Competitive salary and benefits depending on experience and leadership ability; anticipated salary range is $50,000 to $60,000. Review of applications will begin November 14. The Boards seek to fill the position by December 8, 2005. Confidential Application Process: Please submit resume and cover letter: Electronically: to Dale Gardner, Chair of Search Committee, dale@akvoice.org or by mail to Search Committee, Alaska Conservation Alliance and Alaska Conservation Voters, 810 N St. Suite 203, Anchorage, AK 99501.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR for the SITKA CONSERVATION SOCIETY - The ED manages the programs and staff activities at the Sitka office. As SCS’s primary communicator, the ED inspires citizen action and organizes SCS’s efforts to block destructive use of public lands, while articulating a positive future for the region based on healthy ecosystems. The ED is not responsible for fundraising but does support the Development Director’s fundraising, reporting and financial management. The current Executive Director is moving out of the region, but will remain with SCS as Development Director, securing our funding. He will be available for advice and support. Depending on experience, $34,000 to $40,000 for fulltime employment. 12-18 days annual leave accrual, based on longevity; 10 sick/personal days per year; periodic Cost of Living Adjustments and health insurance. Full job description and description of application process is available at www.sitkawild.org. Send materials to Kenyon@sitkawild.org.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR for the ALASKA MARINE CONSERVATION COUNCIL to maintain bookkeeping and budget management systems and manage day to day operation of small nonprofit office. 30 hrs/ week. Location: Anchorage. $24,000-26,250 DOE, plus benefits. For details see www.akmarine.org . To apply, send letter of interest and resume to: amcc@akmarine.org or AMCC, Box 101145, Anchorage, AK 99510. Open until filled.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR for the ALASKA CONSERVATION FOUNDATION - Full time: Location: Anchorage. The Board of Directors is seeking a full time, visionary and creative Executive Director with a passion for conserving and protecting Alaska’s wild lands, oceans, and intact ecosystems. The Executive Director will positively influence Alaska’s future by a) increasing support among Alaskans for conservation efforts and organizations, b) increasing funding for ACF grantees and programs, c) fostering conservation initiatives and programs in the state, and d) effectively managing a dedicated team. Among the qualifications are strong financial, program management, and development background and an understanding of grant making. Expected timeframe for filling the position is winter 2006. For more information see www.phillipsoppenheim.com/current_searches.html or contact moppenheim@PhillipsOppenheim.com. For more information about the Alaska Conservation Foundation see www.akcf.org.

LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR’S for the ALASKA CONSERVATION ALLIANCE (ACA). The responsibilities will include effectively advocating the conservation position on bills and issues of concern to lawmakers and administrative officials, and communicating with conservation community about positions, strategies, and tactics on state legislative and executive actions on conservation issues. The position requires residence in Juneau during the session. Salary is DOE, plus competitive benefits. Multi-year commitment required.. For complete job description, go to http://www.akvoice.org/jobs.htm. Position open until filled. Send resume and cover letter to: Trish Rolfe at Fax 907-258-6177 or trish@akvoice.org.