Category: Local News

National Forest Service collaborates with Wrangell high school students to utilize STEM skills at Anan Bear Observatory

Just before the group hiked a quarter-mile to the observation deck, we heard the sound of the boat motor leave to drop anchor after our National Forest Service captain dropped us off at the trailhead at Anan Bay. The sun peaked out, which hit the still moist ground – after all, it is the Tongass National rainforest. Moss blanketed downed trees and usnea – also called old man’s beard – hung from the tall evergreen trees.

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As the birds migrate, Wrangell celebrates with the Stikine River Birding Festival

Bonnie Demerjian has a deep appreciation for birds that can be seen by the blue heron dangle earrings she sometimes wears. She’s been involved with the Stikine River Birding Festival for around 12 years. This year, she will host two events, beginning on April 24. The first an intro level birding identification class and the second will be a bird walk at Muskeg Meadows Golf Course.

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