What’s in a Name? Bison vs. Buffalo

What’s in a Name? Bison vs. Buffalo

The iconic symbol of the plains of the American West: the buffalo…or is it? Contrary to popular belief, there are no buffalo in North America. The animal we commonly refer to as ‘buffalo’ is actually a bison! The term ‘buffalo’ belongs to species who make their homes...
National Bison Day 2023

National Bison Day 2023

Celebrate National Bison Day at AWCC!  Bring the family down for a fun filled day at AWCC! We’ll be celebrating the American bison, the restoration efforts for the species, as well as their ecological, cultural, and historical contributions as the national...
Wild Lower Innoko & Yukon Rivers Wood Bison Herd Update

Wild Lower Innoko & Yukon Rivers Wood Bison Herd Update

Alaska Department of Fish & Game Update 2022 was a great year for wood bison restoration in Alaska and a record setting year of growth for the wild Lower Innoko and Yukon Rivers herd. On November 28th, ADF&G biologists surveyed the landscape, and they found...
National Bison Day 2023

National Bison Day Event

Join us at AWCC to celebrate National Bison Day and the reintroduction of wood bison to Alaska. From 11:30AM – 1:30PM learn from Naturalists in Bison Hall through hands-on biofact exploration, wood bison reintroduction videos, and a wood bison themed crafts. The...
Video tour of the AWCC with the Newstate Nomads!

Video tour of the AWCC with the Newstate Nomads!

Newstates Go North | 2021 Alaska Road Trip – Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center By: Howard and Katelyn… the Newstate Nomads. Great ready for all the Alaskan Animals! Join us on an exclusive tour with the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) team to...

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!