Box 336E Copper Center, Alaska 99573 Phone: 907-822-3575 or 907-822-3282

Copper River Country Nature Tour
As Described in Princess Tours Package
A 4 hour summer guided program through the scenic Copper River Valley. Walk through an undisturbed portion of the boreal forest. Experience the land much as it has been for 10,000 years.


Wrangell Institute for Science and Environment
Wrangell Institute for Science and Environment is a grassroots organization dedicated to teaching science and environmental education. It is our dream to bring a sense of wonder, excitement, and stewardship of nature so people can carry those special moments with them throughout their life. With this solid foundation, citizens will be able to make informed and enlightened decisions. Our strength lies in collaborating with many groups and organizations to provide a quality education experience in science and natural history. WISE depends on sponsors, partners and memberships for delivery of its programs. Click here to view a list of these valuable donors.



WISE has partnered with Princess Tours to bring you the Copper River Country Nature Tour. Treat yourself to a wilderness experience exploring the Boreal Forest. Learn about the natural and cultural history of the Copper River Valley via personalized small-group tours. The goal of the tour is to share the natural world of the area; to cultivate understanding and sensitivity to our environment; and to nurture connections with place both personally and emotionally. The proceeds from this tour are used to fund on-going youth programs and help grow the organization. read more



WISE Dates
Nebesna Day Camp
September 11, 2010
Twin Lake Campground
Contact Bruce James for Details
Copper River Country Nature Tours
2010 Tours Schedule
Tuesday; Friday and Sunday
June 1 to September 1, 2010
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Changing Seasons
September 14-16, 2010
Salana, Glennallen and Kenny Lake Schools
Contact Bruce James for Details
New Board Of Director Elections 2010
Wise held its Board of Directors elections. Up for Board renewal were Dave Wellman and Mark Somerville, who ran unopposed and were reelected. Up for consideration for new Board members were Patty Christian and Tim Sundlov. Both Patty and Tim are relatives newcomers to the Copper Basin and won election to the Board.
Patty comes to us from the Coldfoot, AK where her husband was a ranger for the National Park Service. Patty worked in interpretation and was the manager at the visitor center at Kotzebue. Patty has a love for education and brings to WISE many skills including grant writing. Tim Sundlov is the new fisheries biologist with the Bureau of Land Management, in Glennallen. Tim has teaching skills, and loves to get kids out to go fishing and learning about fish and aquatic biology.
Wise wants to welcome the new Board members and hopes the work and experience with WISE will be rewarding. Read more
WRANGELL INSTITUTE FOR SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENT - COPPER CENTER, ALASKA PHONE: 907-822-3282 OR 907-822-3575