2024 Mariculture Conference of Alaska
February 26–29, 2024
The Hotel Captain Cook
Anchorage, Alaska
The Mariculture Conference of Alaska registration is full.
$50 registration fee (waived for students, speakers, and current Alaskan farmers/processors.)
Join us for the Mariculture Conference of Alaska, an opportunity to meet with members of the mariculture industry, hear from mariculture experts, and connect with farmers, processors, researchers, community leaders and other professionals.
The goal of the conference is to support the continued development of mariculture in the state by examining accomplishments, challenges and opportunities in research, innovative practices, educational opportunities, and drivers of industry growth.
The conference will also incorporate the NOAA Aquaculture Opportunity Areas spacial planning workshop, and annual meetings for members of the Alaska Mariculture Alliance (AMA) and Alaska Shellfish Growers Association (ASGA).
Schedule
All events are at the Hotel Captain Cook, downtown Anchorage.
- February 26 — NOAA Aquaculture Opportunity Areas spacial planning workshop
- Evening reception hosted by NOAA and AFDF
- February 27 — AMA (morning) and ASGA (afternoon) annual meetings
- February 28 — Mariculture Conference of Alaska
- Evening poster session and trade show reception, hosted by AFDF and Alaska Sea Grant
- February 29 — Mariculture Conference of Alaska
Registration
Registration is closed. Thanks for all the interest in the event!
The registration fee for the Mariculture Conference of Alaska is $50 (the other associated events have no registration fee.) The fee is waived for students, event speakers, and current Alaskan farmers/processors, by entering the registration code MCAK24.
University of Alaska Pro Cards and Travel Cards cannot be used to pay the registration fee for this event. Those using University of Alaska funds must choose Journal Voucher (JV) as the payment method and enter an Org and Fund number.
Lodging
A discounted room block at the Hotel Captain Cook is available, for a limited time or until filled, for $169 per night.
If you’re planning on attending NOAA-AOA Workshop and Mariculture Conference, call for reservations: 800-843-1950 or 907-276-6000 and mention NOAA24 & Mariculture Conference to secure the discounted rate.
Vendors
Vendor space is sold out.
Come be a part of the trade show on the evening of Wednesday, February 28, at the conference venue:
- network with industry leaders, experts, and professionals
- showcase your products and services to a targeted audience
- stay updated on the latest developments and trends in mariculture
- explore potential collaborations and business opportunities
Booths are $250 for the event, and can be reserved and paid through the normal online conference registration, using the registration code VENDOR24 on the first screen. Register yourself, select and pay for the vendor booth, and indicate in the comments the name of the second person from your group receiving a complimentary registration. Then have that person register at no charge for the conference, using the code VENDTWO.
- 10' x 6' booth space, available for the duration of the event, Feb. 28–29
- reception with trade show the evening of Wed., Feb. 28
- black pipe & drape
- 6' black skirted table and two chairs
- access to wireless internet (shared network)
- access to electrical services, upon request in advance
- access to freight handling services, upon request in advance
- two complimentary registrations to the Mariculture Conference of Alaska
- breakfast, lunch and coffee service
If you have any questions or require further information, contact Storme Srisaneha, Toast of the Town.
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Contacts
- Mariculture Conference of Alaska: contact Melissa Good
- NOAA Aquaculture Opportunity Area stakeholder workshop: email Alicia Bishop
- Alaska Mariculture Alliance annual meeting: email Jason Lessard
- Alaska Shellfish Growers Association annual meeting: email ASGA
- Tradeshow vendors: email Storme Srisaneha
- Event organizer: email Ashley Dunker
Note to event speakers, presenters and panelists: The Mariculture Conference sessions on Feb. 28–29, including your participation, may be recorded and shared online to educate those unable to attend.
Alaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct
Alaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities, meetings, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
