Three Day Trade Show

A three-day trade show and suppliers’ exhibit will feature products and services available to support mineral ventures in Alaska. A special room adjacent to the Trade Show is being provided to suppliers who wish to make scheduled presentations about their products and services during the Conference (Attention prospective Trade Show exhibitors - Please contact Karl Gohlke-(907) 374-3500 Email Karlg@FrontierPlumbing.com OR fill out the vendor form to reserve exhibit space and presentation times.)

Suppliers Reception

The official ice-breaker for the Conference is on Wednesday, March 19 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. This reception is well attended and is an excellent opportunity to network with colleagues a wide range of industry suppliers. Registration includes a ticket for one drink. Hors d’oeuvres will be provided courtesy of the trade show exhibitors and reception sponsors. Meet old friends and make new acquaintances.

Panel Discussion on a Career in Minerals

On Wednesday March 19, 3:00-4:30 PM (the time has changed from 2pm), two panels of select university and industry representatives discuss what preparation in high school and beyond is needed by potential job-seekers ("What a Kid Needs to Know for a Career in Minerals" ).  Tips to prepare for openings in mining and the minerals domain for HS grads to PhD's. Contact Dr. Rajive Ganguli 907-474-7212 or Don Gray 907-457-5737.

Daily Luncheons

The Conference Committee has made a special effort to engage authoritative luncheon speakers for each day of the Conference. Be in the know. Space is limited. Reserve your seat by signing up on the registration form.

Miners & Friends of UAF Breakfast

Thursday morning March 20, 7:00 a.m. Enjoy an early start to a full day of conference activities with a real miner’s breakfast and an update on the University of Alaska Mining and Geological Engineering Programs and the evolution of the transition of the UAF School of Mineral Engineering to a College of Engineering and Mines. Space is limited.

Miners Hall of Fame

Thursday evening, March 20, 6:30-9:00 p.m. A reception and evening program to recognize the contributions that have been made by Alaska’s mining pioneers. This event is a highlight of the Conference and is always of great interest to miners and the general public.

Miners Reception & Banquet

Friday evening, March 21, at the Westmark Hotel, Gold Room, Cost: $50.00. A full evening of enjoyment beginning with a no host cocktail hour at 6:00 p.m. followed by banquet meal service to begin at 7:00 p.m. The event will include the AMEREF drawing with an extensive list of prizes. Other features of the evening will include awards presentation and a short lighthearted program. Banquet tickets may be purchased in advance or will be available at the registration booth.

AMEREF Raffle

First prize is a package of two Alaska Airline round trip tickets to any Alaska Airlines North American destination city (except the East Coast) including Mexico. In addition, the AMEREF raffle has scores of other significant prizes and there will be a silent auction for special items at the Thursday evening banquet. Raffle drawings will take place throughout the Conference, with winning tickets replaced so that early winners still have a chance for the Grand Prize. Good odds; good cause.

AMEREF Board Meeting
An AMEREF Board meeting is tentatively scheduled for the afternoon of Wednesday, March 19.