Upcoming Events
Unless otherwise noted, sign up for WISE programs by calling (907) 822-3575, or email [email protected]
Tuesday, May 5 Earth Discovery Day 10am-2pm, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Visitor Center
4th, 5th, and 6th graders are invited to join WISE and many local partners for a day of outdoor learning. If your child does not attend Glennallen, Kenny Lake, or Slana Schools and would like to come to Earth Discovery Day, please call the WISE office to sign up. (907) 822-3575
May 27-29 Youth Environmental Summit (YES) Buster Gene Memorial Hall, Gakona
This program is hosted by Native Village of Gakona, please call their office to sign up. (907) 822-5777. This year's theme is "In Our Hands." Students in grades 1-8 are invited.
Thursday, June 25, 10am WISE/BLM Hike Kenny Lake School Trail and Tonsina River Bluff. Meet at Kenny Lake School, Mile 5 Edgerton Highway. We will visit the whimsical student-designed interpretive signs on the Kenny Lake School Trail, then enjoy the expansive views of the Tonsina River Bluff, and view a geologic phenomenon, the remains of an ancient volcanic eruption.
July 6-10 Kenny Lake Public Library Summer Book Camp, 9:30-2:30pm. This year's theme: 'Plant a seed, Read', for children entering 1st grade through 6th. Sign up by calling 907-259-5278, or email [email protected]
July 14-17 Geology Camp for ages 12-16. presented by WISE in partnership with Wrangell Mountains Center. Learn to backpack as we explore McCarthy, Kennicott, and the Bonanza Mine Trail. $2oo camp fee, scholarships available.
Thursday, July 23, 11 am WISE/BLM Hike Lions Head Trail, Mile 106 Glenn Highway. This is a more strenuous hike, with elevation gain and some steep spots. The reward is spectacular views!
August 4-6 Aquatic Ecology Camp for ages 10-14. We will camp at Silver Lake while exploring all things wet and fishy. Boating, swimming, water safety, sampling for juvenile fish, macroinvertebrates, and general camp fun. $100 camp fee, scholarships available.
Thursday, August 13 WISE/BLM Hike, Paxson Cell Tower Trail, mile 179.25 Richardson Highway. We will get up above timberline for beautiful vistas and berry picking.
Tuesday, May 5 Earth Discovery Day 10am-2pm, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Visitor Center
4th, 5th, and 6th graders are invited to join WISE and many local partners for a day of outdoor learning. If your child does not attend Glennallen, Kenny Lake, or Slana Schools and would like to come to Earth Discovery Day, please call the WISE office to sign up. (907) 822-3575
May 27-29 Youth Environmental Summit (YES) Buster Gene Memorial Hall, Gakona
This program is hosted by Native Village of Gakona, please call their office to sign up. (907) 822-5777. This year's theme is "In Our Hands." Students in grades 1-8 are invited.
Thursday, June 25, 10am WISE/BLM Hike Kenny Lake School Trail and Tonsina River Bluff. Meet at Kenny Lake School, Mile 5 Edgerton Highway. We will visit the whimsical student-designed interpretive signs on the Kenny Lake School Trail, then enjoy the expansive views of the Tonsina River Bluff, and view a geologic phenomenon, the remains of an ancient volcanic eruption.
July 6-10 Kenny Lake Public Library Summer Book Camp, 9:30-2:30pm. This year's theme: 'Plant a seed, Read', for children entering 1st grade through 6th. Sign up by calling 907-259-5278, or email [email protected]
July 14-17 Geology Camp for ages 12-16. presented by WISE in partnership with Wrangell Mountains Center. Learn to backpack as we explore McCarthy, Kennicott, and the Bonanza Mine Trail. $2oo camp fee, scholarships available.
Thursday, July 23, 11 am WISE/BLM Hike Lions Head Trail, Mile 106 Glenn Highway. This is a more strenuous hike, with elevation gain and some steep spots. The reward is spectacular views!
August 4-6 Aquatic Ecology Camp for ages 10-14. We will camp at Silver Lake while exploring all things wet and fishy. Boating, swimming, water safety, sampling for juvenile fish, macroinvertebrates, and general camp fun. $100 camp fee, scholarships available.
Thursday, August 13 WISE/BLM Hike, Paxson Cell Tower Trail, mile 179.25 Richardson Highway. We will get up above timberline for beautiful vistas and berry picking.
Donations in memory of long time WISE friend and supporter Shari Hart will go to our Scholarship Fund. WISE is honored to accept these donations to help ensure that cost is never a barrier for youth to participate in our programs.
Find Science Lecture Recordings HERE
Learn about WISE from 3 of our program participants in this new video from Akwild1. Anna explains how we can't live about nature, Willow shares her love of learning and adventure, and Ike has some great advice for anyone thinking about going on a WISE trip.
WISE now has a Youtube Channel! Find us at www.youtube.com/@WISE.Education.Alaska
WISE now has a Youtube Channel! Find us at www.youtube.com/@WISE.Education.Alaska
A Glimpse at our Youth and Community Programs
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About Our Name
WISE is a nonprofit organization founded in 2000 with the mission of providing science and environmental education for Alaska's Copper River Valley. Our full name, Wrangell Institute for Science and Environment, references the nearby Wrangell Mountains, a symbol of the place we serve. Science, Environment, and the word Institute were included to show our educational focus. The happy combination of letters giving the acronym "WISE" was a positive factor in the final selection of the name. WISE has no connection or affiliation with the former BIA school known as Wrangell Institute. |
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