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...
BIG BEARS BIG VEGGIES 2023

BIG BEARS BIG VEGGIES 2023

Every year at the Alaska State Fair one of the main attractions is the giant prized vegetables with record-breaking pumpkins, giant cabbage, and impressive squash. But as HarvestFest ends, what happens to all the vegetables? The veggies head south to attract a...
7 Marathons – 7 Continents

7 Marathons – 7 Continents

The Allgood News: On January 31st, British explorer Louis Alexander ran a marathon in Alaska for the North American leg of his 7 marathons on 7 continents project at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in his bid to run a marathon on all seven continents in...
FREE Admission for Moms on Mother’s Day!

FREE Admission for Moms on Mother’s Day!

We would like to say thank you to all the mothers for everything they do with free admission to all mothers on Mother’s Day! Bring mom for a visit on May 14th, 2023. Come explore the sanctuary and share this special day with Alaska’s wildlife! Tour the center by...

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,...

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!