Header photo generously donated by Janet Pierce from Eagle River, AK
Knowledge is power, and we believe in the power of people.
Alaska boasts the most diverse array of wildlife species in the country, and we want to share these wonders with you. Our initiatives educate communities on wildlife issues across the state so they may be better equipped to enjoy and protect them. Our education and outreach activities center around four core programs: Wildlife Wednesdays, Bears, Birds, & Beers wildlife walks, citizen science, and additional events.
Learn more about Alaska’s wildlife online!
Watch or read longtime AWA member, Bob Armstrong’s latest post on the emotional lives of Alaska’s wildlife. “ I often spend months and sometimes years trying to understand the behavior of certain mammals in the wild…here are a few images and short stories that have impressed me the most.”
There’s a global traveler who’s in it for the long haul… the Arctic tern! Catch more about this special bird in this Species Spotlight.
The wolves of the sea? Killer whales, of course! Read more about one of the world’s most widespread mammals.
Chickens, barn doors, and Pacific halibut… how are they all connected? Find out in this Species Spotlight!
Meadow voles are not mice. Surprised? There’s a lot more to learn in this Species Spotlight!
Breach for the sky! With one of the longest migrations of any animal on the planet, this whiskered whale has a lot to celebrate. Check out more about the humpback whale in this Species Spotlight!
Boldly (yet functionally) accessorized, the Dall sheep is perfectly prepared for living in Alaska's rugged terrain. Meet this Alaskan icon in our next Species Spotlight!
Want to learn more about the G.O.A.T. that is not actually a goat? Jump in and read on, there’s a lot to discover about the mountain goat in this Species Spotlight!
Sockeye or “red” salmon are icons of Alaska. It’s only fair that this famous fish is highlighted in our next Species Spotlight! Read on to discover something new about this keystone species and learn about how so many species (including humans!) depend on it.
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In this era of social media and digital connection, it can be easy to forget that we are all real people. Here at AWA, we like to meet our members and say hello and thank you. Some events are targeted at education, some are focused on advocacy, and others may be fundraisers. If we’re lucky, we can plan an event that has all three components. Unless specifically noted, all of our events are open to the public, whether you are an AWA member or not (but we’d love for you to join us!). So, grab a friend or family member and check out our calendar of events to see when our next activity is planned. We’ll see you there!