Wood Bison Update

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game officially announced an update on the wood bison population in the Innoko River area of Alaska. For more details and information please read the update...

Meet Arnold

Meet the newest member of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center family, Arnold. Arnold is a male moose calf, he was found orphaned in Anchorage, Alaska when his mother was hit by a vehicle. He will have a permanent home at the Wildlife Center. Arnold is two months...

Summer Animal Programs

Memorial Day weekend, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is starting their summer animal program schedule! The animal programs are free with admission and are a great way to learn and see our resident animals. Summer schedule is: Learn about Lynx @ 11:30 am...

Moose Encounters ROCK!

I know this may be amoosing (amusing, get it? Hah!), but our Moose Encounters are going great! Folks have come out every morning for our encounter. Each group has had the chance to feed the moose clementine rinds or browse – twigs and leaves. During the...

Welcome to Summer

Blue skies. Golden sun. Green grass. Fireweed. Who doesn’t love summer? I know our animals love rolling in the grass and mud, trudging through the ponds and creeks, and smelling the fresh mountain breeze. Sure it gets warm, but that’s what the water is for! Are you...

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!