What to Bring When Visiting AWCC (And What Not To)

What to Bring When Visiting AWCC (And What Not To)

So you’ve planned your trip to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and are pumped to see the bears, wolves, foxes, and everything in between! But what should you bring with you during your visit? Good question—this list will help you prepare so you can focus on...
First Responder Appreciation Day

First Responder Appreciation Day

They answer the call when we need them most—now it’s our turn to say thanks! Join us on Saturday, April 18th, 2026 for AWCC’s First Responder Appreciation Day—a wild day of heroic recognition and animal fun at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. In...
Wolf Awareness Week Celebration!

Wolf Awareness Week Celebration!

This week, AWCC celebrated Wolf Awareness Week! This annual event helps educate the public about wolves and the important role they play in maintaining healthy ecosystems. Here in Alaska, wolves are a vital part of the landscape and have never been listed as an...
AWCC attends Girdwood Halloween Carnival!

AWCC attends Girdwood Halloween Carnival!

On October 23rd, the AWCC Education Department packed up their spookiest biofacts and hands-on activities and hit the road to Girdwood to host a table at the Girdwood Halloween Carnival! This family-friendly community event invited kids and families to celebrate...
2025 Art Contest Voting

2025 Art Contest Voting

Cast Your Vote! We invite you to help choose the next piece of artwork to be featured on merchandise in the Be Wild Gift Shop. This year’s art contest theme is Portage Valley: Rainforests, Glaciers, and AWCC! Through this contest, we hope to inspire students to...

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