What is a food forest? A food forest is a garden designed to mimic the structure of a natural woodland, using layers of edible and useful plants such as trees, shrubs, herbs, ground covers, roots, and vines. Instead of relying on single crops, it brings many species together so they can support one another, improve soil health, attract pollinators, conserve water, and produce food over...
Fair Increases Student Support with $10,000 in Scholarship Awards Nine Alaska high school students recognized in 2026 Palmer, Alaska – The Alaska State Fair is expanding its investment in Alaska’s next generation, awarding $10,000 in scholarships to nine high school students from across the state, up from $8,000 awarded to six students last year. Applicants submitted a cover letter,...
What is a food forest? A food forest is a garden designed to mimic the structure of a natural woodland, using layers of edible and useful plants such as trees, shrubs, herbs, ground covers, roots, and vines. Instead of relying on single crops, it brings many species together so they can support one another, improve soil health, attract pollinators, conserve water, and produce food over time. The goal is to create a resilient,...
Fair Increases Student Support with $10,000 in Scholarship Awards Nine Alaska high school students recognized in 2026 Palmer, Alaska – The Alaska State Fair is expanding its investment in Alaska’s next generation, awarding $10,000 in scholarships to nine high school students from across the state, up from $8,000 awarded to six students last year. Applicants submitted a cover letter, extracurricular resume, letter of recommendation,...
Palmer, Alaska – The Alaska State Fair is pleased to announce the appointment of Blake Allen as its new Chief Executive Officer. Allen brings nearly two decades of leadership experience spanning hospitality, retail operations, event management, and large-scale venue management. Allen most recently returned to Denali Park Village in interior Alaska as Lodging Operations Manager in January 2026. He previously spent five seasons...
February 4, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Alaska State Fair CEO Jeff Curtis Announces Resignation to Accept New Role Palmer, Alaska – The Alaska State Fair announces that CEO Jeff Curtis has submitted his resignation after accepting a new position with the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center in Central Oregon. Curtis joined the Alaska State Fair in 2023 and served as a catalyst for numerous positive developments during his tenure....
Rebarchek Mentored Potato Plots: Guided Introduction to potato gardening June 4th at 7:30pm or June 6, 11:00am. $55 registration fee. Registrationlimited to 30. Click here to register for Thursday, June 4th Click here to register for Saturday, June 6th Jeff Smeenk (Director, Palmer Soil and Water Conservation District) will mentor each program registrant in successful potato gardening.Registrants will learn about the characteristics...
