Ketchikan: Wood Science & Lumber Drying Workshop - May 14-15, 2025

A two-day wood-drying workshop will teach participants tools and techniques for drying lumber in Alaska to maximize yield and quality, while managing loss from warping, splitting and decay. Taught by Frederik Laleicke, assistant professor and wood products extension specialist, North Carolina State University. 

Equipment options for every budget will be considered. Learn about options for moisture meters and how to get good value and accurate results. Wood-drying kilns, from off-the-shelf to do-it-yourself models. Examples and information will be tailored to wood species and climate conditions in Southeast Alaska.

9 a.m.-5 p.m., May 14-15, 2025 

Location: Southeast Alaska Discovery Center, 50 Main St., Ketchikan
Cost is $100. Lunch is included. Registration links can be found at https://www.uaf.edu/ces/lumber

For more information, contact Matt Labrenz at mtlabrenz@alaska.edu, 907-474-7192. 

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