The AWCC is delighted to announce our annual Easter Egg-stravaganza! Join us here at the sanctuary March 31st from 11AM-3PM for a day full of fun. Included in the price of admission is a whole list of events. From a live puppet show, to special animal enrichment,...
Our partners at the Alaska Beluga Monitoring Program (ABMP) have announced their spring orientation for new volunteers! The ABMP is a community science program led by NOAA Fisheries that monitors the health of the Cook Inlet Beluga Whale population through...
It’s sure been windy here in Alaska – which leads to a great way to help the AWCC! As you’re cleaning up your yard after these blustery days, consider gathering up any broken branches (especially those with lichen or leaves attached) to donate to our animals. They...
Paint an Antler is back and better than ever – express your creativity, support Alaska’s wildlife, and take home a souvenir unlike any other! Every year our hoofstock shed their antlers, we gather them up, and we invite YOU to the AWCC to paint them! What you need to...
The results are in! The people have spoken and with a resounding margin of 204 votes, our collaboration with Girdwood Brewing will be called “Hold My Bear”! Thank you so much to everyone who submitted a vote – we were amazed by the turnout. Overall we had 351 votes on...
Photo Credit: Austin Blackwell Winter is a great time to visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center; that’s right – we’re open all year long! Here are five reasons to make a visit to the sanctuary during this snowy season: 1. Our animals love the snow! Snow is kind...
Discover the WILD of Alaska and come meet the locals! Walk on the Wild Side Tours are available year-round and include an animal encounter. Summer Moose Encounters & Bear Encounters are available for online booking. Book early to ensure your spot!