Current Programs and Calendar of Events
Join Us • Upcoming Event Highlights • Summer 2008 Interpretive Talks and Walks • Calendar of Events
Join Us!
A receptionist is on duty at the Visitor Center to offer tips on wildlife viewing, wildlife refuge information and points of interest. A self-guided tour, featuring sculpted re-creations of wildlife and settings and interactive stations, simulates a journey through the nation's most far-reaching wildlife refuge. We also feature an award-winning movie "Journey of the Tiglax," a nature-oriented bookstore, and outdoor trails to Bishop's Beach through adjoining wetlands.
Plan Ahead & Enjoy the Trails
Many of our interpretive programs are outdoor experiences. Plan ahead to enjoy the trails by bringing appropriate gear for your visit: sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, clothing for windy or rainy conditions and appropriate shoes or boots for exploring the beach. Moose sightings are a special treat when walking the trail, but do require caution. If you see a moose, take a photo with a long lens, back up, and wait for the moose to move on.
Also check out the Visiting Us page to find out about how to see the Refuge on the Alaska Marine Highway with our Ferry Naturalist, or learn about our community partners in education.
Join our Weekly E-mail List!
To be notified about upcoming events, send an e-mail to info@islandsandocean.org.
Upcoming Event Highlights
The 16th Annual Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival
May 8-11, 2008
This year's theme is Shorebirds as International Ambassadors: Connecting Birds, Habitats, and People. To register visit http://www.homeralaska.org/events/kachemakBayShorebirdFestival/index.htm
Archeology in the Aleutians
Thursday, May 15, 12 noon to 1 pm
Join U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regional archeologist Debbie Corbett and Diane Hanson from the University of Alaska Anchorage for a brown bag lecture about the most recent research into both coastal and upland archeological finds in the Western Aleutian Islands.
Summer 2008 Interpretive Programs
Dates TBA
- Alaska Wildlife: Ranger-led talks and walks! - Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 11am
- Discovery Labs - drop in Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at from 1-3pm
- Estuary Walks - Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1pm
- Islands of the Fur Seals: The Pribilofs
- Homer's Wildlife Hotspots - Sundays and Mondays at 1pm
- Meet our Eagle Neighbors
- Glaciers - Tuesdays at 11am
- Volcanoes - Thursdays at 11am
- Beach Walks - Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 11 am
But wait, there’s more!
We’ll be scheduling more great events, talks, and walks - check out our calendar for updates.
