Seward SeaLife Center and AK Wildlife Conservation

April 1, 2025

Event Description

Are you interested in marine science? 

Dive into an underwater adventure with us as we learn about Alaska's diverse marine ecosystem. Let's get started with a couple prep classes at MCS- we'll learn how Alaskan sea mammals are built for frigid waters, how to track walruses and more! Next we'll embark on a WILD Adventure to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and the Seward Sea Life Center!

On our first stop, MCS students will enjoy a sack lunch at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center's Bison Hall. After lunch, we will embark on a walking tour of the conservation center and learn about bears, moose, musk ox, wood bison and more!

Next, we will take a journey back in time and explore the unique history of the area at the Seward Museum. A museum scavenger hunt will lead students through the exhibits as they learn more about this fishing town.

Finally, a nocturne program at the Sea Life Center! We will learn about mysterious deep water sea creatures and their bioluminescence, and ocean animal perceptions! 

This activity is designed for students in grades 5-6

2 MCS Class Meetings- (Main campus, 600 East Railroad Ave. Wasilla)

April 1 and 2 from 12:30 - 2:00 PM 

Field trip Itinerary: April 3-4

Arrive at MCS to sign-in at 9:45 am

The School bus will depart MCS at 10:00 am

Arrive at AK Wildlife Conservation Center at 12:15 pm. Enjoy a sack lunch followed by a walking tour of the park. We will depart the Center at 2:00 pm

We will tour the Seward Museum from 4:00- 4:45 pm

Check into the Seward Sea life Center at 5:00 pm and begin the nocturnal program. Dinner at 6:30, Lights out at 9:30 pm.

Breakfast at 7:15 am, pack up the bus and depart by 9 AM. 

Arrive back at MCS by 12:30 PM. Snacks and lunch will be provided on the return trip to MCS. 

Cost: per student $TBD. Includes materials, admission fees, meals, and transportation (this price will be automatically deducted from the students allotment).

Parents are welcome and encouraged to come! Parent / adult price $95. The price for this chaperone ticket can be deducted from your student's allotment. 

Check back here for a clickable sign-up link on February 3.

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Teachers / Speakers

Gena Chastain
Activities and Community Liaison
(907) 352-7457