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AWCC Easter Egg-stravaganza
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,...
December Animal Ambassador
The Animal Ambassador went out to our awesome members on December 2nd, and now it is available for all to read. We hope you enjoy the latest issue of the Animal Ambassador featuring animal photo slideshows, exciting announcements, fun games, and MORE! Pro Tip: The...
Wild Lower Innoko & Yukon Rivers Wood Bison Herd 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.
Santa Visits AWCC!
Event Details HERE! The Annual Holiday Event at AWCC is Saturday, December 10, 2022. This event is fun for families and all ages. The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is hosting a fun-filled holiday event! Visitors will meet Santa, Mrs. Claus & the elves,...
You’re Invited – 4th Annual Art Contest Gallery
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is so thankful to all of the inspired artists that decided to share their creativity with us. The selection process for AWCC’s Art Contest is now complete and we are eager to celebrate this year’s selected artists at our...
Thank You Girdwood PTA for a Fun Event!
AWCC would like to extend a HUGE THANK YOU to the Girdwood PTA for hosting the 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat event! It was a fun-filled evening of tricks, treats, games, music, and good times. [gallery columns="5"...
Julia Barger Art Auction Fundraiser for AWCC
Artist Julia Barger is hosting an online art auction featuring the animals of the AWCC, and 50% of the proceeds will be donated to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center! When: October 30 - November 7, 2022 Where: juliabargerart.com Bid Early & Bid Often!...
New Animal Audio Guides
We’ve just released new animal audio guides, which are perfect for a self-guided tour! This gives you the ability to play the audio guides on your smartphone or handheld device while you are at the various animal habitats. Come enjoy over 200 acres of animal...
Calling all birders!
Calling all birders! Every year, thousands of birds make the journey north to raise their young and take advantage of the copious plant and animal life our state has to offer. This is commonly referred to as the “Spring Migration”. The AWCC sits on the Turnagain Arm,...
Become a Citizen Scientist: Alaska Beluga Monitoring Partnership at AWCC this Spring!
Anyone can volunteer to monitor Cook Inlet beluga whales through AKBMP. As part of this exciting partnership, one of the monitoring locations is The Point of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center! Learn about the local beluga population, become a citizen scientist,...
AWCC Announces Sarah Howard as Executive Director & Becky Chambless as Development Director
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), Alaska’s premier wildlife sanctuary, announces that Sarah Howard has been promoted to Executive Director. Howard has been working for the sanctuary since 2010, most recently serving as Curator. As Executive Director,...