Local Conversation Series: Kristina Rogers with the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
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Learn about life in Anchorage, from the residents who know it best.
This session explores Alaska’s incredible wildlife, the adaptations that help animals thrive here, and the conservation efforts that protect these species for future generations.
Speaker: Kristina Rogers
Naturalist, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Presentation Description:
Alaska is home to some of the world’s most fascinating wildlife, each species uniquely adapted to survive in its challenging and beautiful landscape. In this session, Kristina Rogers from the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center will share stories of Alaskan animals through a hands-on experience featuring furs, tracks, and skulls. Learn about the remarkable adaptations of local wildlife, hear stories about the resident animals at AWCC and their wild counterparts, and discover how these animals navigate life in Alaska’s diverse environments.
From marvelous martens to wondrous wood bison, Kristina will bring Alaska’s wildlife to life while sharing insights that can help visitors better understand and appreciate the animals they may encounter during their time in the state. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast or simply curious about Alaska’s natural world, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for the species that call this place home.
Kristina Rogers is a Naturalist at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where she shares her passion for Alaskan wildlife through education and storytelling. From marvelous martens to wondrous wood bison, Kristina is dedicated to connecting people with Alaska’s animals and inspiring appreciation for the natural world.
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is a nonprofit sanctuary located 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 offering visitors the opportunity to learn 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.
Year-round free educational program schedule here: https://alaskawildlife.org/education/free-education-programs/
Audio Guides featuring information about each species on property: 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.
This session explores Alaska’s incredible wildlife, the adaptations that help animals thrive here, and the conservation efforts that protect these species for future generations.
Speaker: Kristina Rogers
Naturalist, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Presentation Description:
Alaska is home to some of the world’s most fascinating wildlife, each species uniquely adapted to survive in its challenging and beautiful landscape. In this session, Kristina Rogers from the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center will share stories of Alaskan animals through a hands-on experience featuring furs, tracks, and skulls. Learn about the remarkable adaptations of local wildlife, hear stories about the resident animals at AWCC and their wild counterparts, and discover how these animals navigate life in Alaska’s diverse environments.
From marvelous martens to wondrous wood bison, Kristina will bring Alaska’s wildlife to life while sharing insights that can help visitors better understand and appreciate the animals they may encounter during their time in the state. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast or simply curious about Alaska’s natural world, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for the species that call this place home.
Kristina Rogers is a Naturalist at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where she shares her passion for Alaskan wildlife through education and storytelling. From marvelous martens to wondrous wood bison, Kristina is dedicated to connecting people with Alaska’s animals and inspiring appreciation for the natural world.
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is a nonprofit sanctuary located 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 offering visitors the opportunity to learn 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.
Year-round free educational program schedule here: https://alaskawildlife.org/education/free-education-programs/
Audio Guides featuring information about each species on property: 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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