AVÀÇÂÛ̳ Lumber Grading Program
Local-use Dimension Lumber Grading for Homebuilding in AVÀÇÂÛ̳
NEW WORKSHOP - Solar Lumber Drying Kiln for Interior AVÀÇÂÛ̳ - Design and Operation
Cost: $25.00

The AVÀÇÂÛ̳ Lumber Grading Program provides a certification course to allow small and medium scale sawmill operators to produce dimension lumber from local spruce, hemlock, and yellow cedar for home construction in AVÀÇÂÛ̳. When the conditions of the program are met, the lumber may be accepted as an alternative to grade-stamped lumber for structural applications where required by residential building codes.
The program also provides ongoing technical support in dimension lumber grading and educational resources in supplemental topics including lumber drying and sawmill operation.
Learn more about the program on the FAQ's page. And to get announcements of new courses and other educational opportunities.
Certified producers will find essential ALG materials in the Resources section.
AVÀÇÂÛ̳ Lumber Grading Certificate - Training Opportunities
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Apr28
AVÀÇÂÛ̳ Lumber Grading Certificate Training
Anchorage, AK
April 28th, 2026 -
May5
AVÀÇÂÛ̳ Lumber Grading Certificate Training
Kenai, AK
May 5th, 2026
Saw Mill and Lumber Drying Workshops
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May7-8
Sawmill and Lumber Drying Basics
Dillingham, AK
May 7th and 8th, 2026
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May20
Solar Lumber Drying Kiln for Interior AVÀÇÂÛ̳ - Design and Operation
Fairbanks, AK
May 20th, 2026 -
May22
Solar Lumber Drying Kiln for Interior AVÀÇÂÛ̳ - Design and Operation
Palmer, AK
May 22nd, 2026