Application for Foundations of Kelp Farming Workshop
This is a hands-on workshop for learning how to start an aquatic farm in Alaska. Topics covered will include identification of seaweed species, life cycles of seaweed, the hatchery process, site evaluation, use of the Mariculture Map, farm gear and equipment, business plan development, available farm loans, the state lease application process, gear deployment, seeding and harvesting techniques, quality handling, and safety. Applications will be required to attend, and scholarships may be available.

The workshop is limited to 10 participants, and will be based upon applicant review.

Applications due January 27, 2023, and applicants will be notified by February 3.
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We would like to hear more about you and why you are a great candidate for this program. 
Are you an Alaska resident?
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Why are you interested in starting a seaweed farm in Alaska?
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Are you familiar with the aquatic farm lease application through the Alaska Department of Natural Resources (ADNR)? If yes, have you applied for an aquatic farm lease? If so, please describe the farm site and status of application.
If you have not applied for a lease yet, have you thought about a potential location of a seaweed farm? If so, approximately where (near which community).
Have you thought about a 5-year plan for your potential farm (buyer, species grown, product forms, target harvest value, cost of gear, etc.)? If yes, please describe.
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We would like to learn more about your experience level, in order to best personalize our workshop. (Y/N answers with explanation, 50–word max)
Do you have experience working on the water and/or running a boat (i.e. commercial, charter or subsistence fishing, etc.), specifically in the winter? If yes, please describe.
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Do you own or have access to a boat to use to deploy seaweed farm gear in the fall, monitor throughout the winter, and harvest in the spring? If yes, please provide a brief description.
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Besides working on the water, what other skills and experience do you have that are applicable to seaweed farming?
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Please describe the general vessel safety measures you use and/or safety training or certifications you hold.
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What topics would you like included in this workshop?
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What skills or knowledge do you hope to gain from attending this workshop? 
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Would you like a travel scholarship if available?
If you have more information that you would like us to consider, such as a resume, site map, farm design drawing, or project proposal, you may submit up to three attachments via email to melissa.good@alaska.edu.
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