AWCC Live

AWCC Live

Have you heard about our Livestreams? Keep an eye on our Facebook page as Naturalist/Education Specialist, Natalie, invites you to catch an in-depth glimpse of the inner workings here at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center via live video. This format provides fans...
“Hold My Bear” Launch Party Fundraiser

“Hold My Bear” Launch Party Fundraiser

The AWCC is partnering with local favorites, Girdwood Brewing Company and Amanda Rose Warren, on an exciting [and delicious] fundraiser! Here’s a little peek of the Hold My Bear label being done by Amanda Rose Warren Studio & Gallery. Girdwood Brewing is crafting...
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...
Beary Playful

Beary Playful

Enjoy this video of Kobuk the Black Bear at play, filmed by a guest visiting the sanctuary in July of 2021. This video highlights the importance of enrichment. Sonia, AWCC Animal Keeper & Enrichment Coordinator, chats with us about the importance of enrichment: As...
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!