Wrangell Institute for Science and Environment, better known simply as WISE, is a locally based nonprofit organization with the mission of providing science and environmental education, supporting scientific research, and sharing the natural wonders of Alaska's Copper River Valley.


 Work for WISE!  We are currently recruiting for full and part time Summer Program Assistants.  Help youth learn, grow, and get outside while exploring the Copper River Valley and learning new skills in outdoor education.  Full job description HERE

Upcoming Events
Saturday, March 25, 6pm
Science Lecture: Bi-Polar Microbiology:  Trial, Tribulations, and Triumphs on the Ice
With Brandon Briggs, PhD  UAA
Online only via Zoom 
Full Details on the Science Lecture Page

Saturday, April 1  10am-3pm
Family Ice Fishing Day 
Silver Lake, Mile 10 McCarthy Road
We are excited to once again host this popular community event!  Details HERE

Friday, April 7, 6pm 
Science Lecture: Bird Phenology in Costa Rica
with Taylor Bobowski
Details on the Science Lecture Page

Saturday, April 8  11am-3pm
Raptor Migration Field Day  with Wildlife Biologist Carol McIntyre
Wrangell Mountains Wilderness Lodge, Mile 28 Nabesna Road
Details on the Science Lecture Page

Science Lecture Series Recordings
Find them here!

About Our Name
​WISE is a nonprofit organization founded in 2002 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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Wrangell Institute for Science and Environment (WISE)

A Glimpse at 2022 Programs

As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, WISE depends on community support. If you, your family, or your community benefit from WISE's services, consider donating to WISE or volunteering with us, or signing up for our mailing list!