Outreach from AWCC
We provide education opportunities for students near and farIf you’re unable to visit us in person, invite the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to come to you! Our Naturalists can bring an education program to your school or organization, either in-person or virtually.
Alaska Animals Puppet Show
- Grades: K – 2nd grades
- 30 students maximum
- Description: Learn about Alaska animals with the help of AWCC’s puppets and staff! The puppet show lasts approximately 25 minutes and is followed by hands-on activities with animal skulls, hides, and antlers.
- 45 minutes total

Awesome Adaptations
- Grades: 3rd – 5th grades
- 30 students maximum
- Description: Students will learn how Alaska animals have uniquely adapted to live in a harsh environment. Students will have a hands-on experience investigating skulls, fur, teeth, and bones.
- 1 hour

Adaptation Stations
Students learn about the AWCC’s wildlife from this interactive, bio-fact based drop-in program. This option is ideal for groups to interact with on a rolling basis during their visit and for larger groups.
Grades: K-12 (booked in hour increments)
Adaptation Station options:
- Tracks and Scat: Become familiar with animal tracks and signs. Learn how to recognize what wildlife has passed through your area.
- Skull Morphology: Learn to identify different animal skulls based on their features. Test your knowledge with a matching game.
Contact the Education Department at education@alaskawildlife.org or 907-783-0058 x 8 for more information.
