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Class series teaches how to preserve Southeast Alaska’s foods
November 08, 2021
Extend the harvest season by learning to safely and simply preserve favorite foods such as berries, fish, wild game, fruit and vegetables.
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Workshop will report on zebra mussels and other invasives
November 03, 2021
The 2021 Alaska Invasive Species Workshop will be hosted online Nov. 3-4. Zoom sessions will run from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days. Registration is free this year.
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Pinney, Anderson named as interim directors at UAF institute
October 08, 2021
Pete Pinney has been named interim director of the Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension, and Jodie Anderson will serve as interim associate director.
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Online Extension food preservation workshops scheduled
September 27, 2021
University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension agent Sarah Lewis is offering a series of Tuesday evening online classes on methods of preserving healthy foods by canning, freezing, pickling and drying.
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Extension Blog
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How to deal with prolonged power outages
November 22, 2021
By Art Nash, Energy Specialist With recent stories on news media outlets about the high cost of energy both in the U.S. and abroad, it’s clear that residents are concerned with the current energy crisis. Specifically, most are dependent upon electricity for their commerce, home life, transportation, and in many cases, recreating. Wildfires or storms … Continue reading How to deal with prolonged power outages
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The importance of family and community
November 07, 2021
By Marla Lowder We are coming into one of my favorite times of year. I have always loved Thanksgiving and Christmas because they represent family, and, as we get older, family means more. Being the youngest of 11, I have always had family around, although I am closer to some than others. When it comes … Continue reading The importance of family and community
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October 24, 2021
By Reina Hasting October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. In 2020, reported cyberattacks increased sharply, likely due to human error, according to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. Technology does what we humans tell it to do or not to do. The power to control what is shared and what can be accessed online is in … Continue reading Stay safe from cyberattakcks
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Let’s make spooky Halloween snacks
October 13, 2021
By Adrian Kohrt With the arrival of October, the Halloween festivities have come rushing in. What better way to celebrate Halloween than with some tasty, healthy treats. Kids love to eat fun foods that look appealing and taste great. Here are some treats you can make at home with your kids that are entertaining and … Continue reading Let’s make spooky Halloween snacks
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