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.
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The Bruce James Memorial Scholarship Fund 
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Help WISE reach our fund-raising goal of $2,500 for the Bruce James Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship ensures that every child has the opportunity to attend WISE's fee-based programs.
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​Last year, this scholarship enabled 13 youth to attend Aquatic Ecology Camp, Geology Camp, and the Copper River Stewardship Program. 

To donate simply drop a check in the mail or visit our Giving Tuesday Campaign by using the Donate now button. 

Thanks for supporting our youth! 

WISE is hiring!  We are accepting applications through the end of November for the position of Summer Program Assistant.  For more information please see the employment page, call the office at (907) 822-3575, or email Robin Mayo, Executive Director robin@wise-edu.org
Saturday, December 16th.  Audubon Christmas Bird Count Kenny Lake Circle.  Be part of a citizen science project that has been counting birds nationwide for over a century, and at Kenny Lake since 1981!  There are two ways to participate:  Field Counters sign up to walk, ski, or snowshoe a local road or trail, while Feeder Counters can do their census from the comfort of their home.  Sign up by calling or emailing the WISE office  (907) 822-3575, or contact@wise-edu.org.   
Winter Fun Day at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park Visitor and the Ahtna Cultural Center will be Thursday, January 4, 2023 from 10am to 3pm.  A bunch of WISE partners are teaming up for a day of outdoor and indoor fun for the whole family.  Hands-on radio tracking, how to "un-stick" your snowmachine, a snowshoe obstacle course, and winter crafts are just a few of the activities planned for this day.  Dress warmly and bring a lunch!  Kids under 8 must have an adult with them.

Science Lecture Series Recordings
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Find them here!

A Glimpse of our 2022 Youth and Community Programs

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)
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!