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Learn about life in Anchorage, from the residents who know it best.This session explores Alaska’s incredible wildlife, the remarkable adaptations that help animals survive here, and the conservation efforts that support these species.
Speaker: Brooklyn Boley
Naturalist, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Presentation Description:
Alaska is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, each species uniquely adapted to its environment. In this hands-on session, Brooklyn Boley from the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center will share stories and insights through an up-close look at furs, tracks, and skulls.
Learn about the adaptations that help Alaska’s wildlife thrive, hear stories about resident animals at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and their wild counterparts, and discover how these animals survive in Alaska’s diverse landscapes.
Whether you’re a longtime wildlife enthusiast or simply curious about the animals that call Alaska home, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding and appreciation of Alaska’s wild residents.
Brooklyn Boley is a Naturalist at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where she shares her knowledge of Alaska’s wildlife through education and hands-on experiences.
About the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center:
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is a nonprofit sanctuary in Portage Valley, surrounded by the Chugach Mountain Range and Turnagain Arm. Dedicated to conservation, education, research, and quality animal care, AWCC provides a home for orphaned and injured animals while helping visitors learn more about Alaska’s wildlife. Guests can explore more than 200 acres of spacious habitats and experience Alaska’s animals through scenic drives, walking trails, educational programs, and up-close encounters.
Learn More:
Year-round free educational program schedule: https://alaskawildlife.org/education/free-education-programs/
Audio guides featuring information about each species: https://alaskawildlife.org/visit/audio-guide/
Website: www.alaskawildlife.org
Sessions will be held outside the log cabin this year, weather permitting and depending on park construction progress.
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524 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK, United States, Alaska 99501
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