Learning Center
Fall in Love with National Forests
Seasonal Wilderness Ranger Kristen Stelk helping a young visitor to learn to use a spotting scope.
Alaska’s National Forests offer tremendous opportunities to learn through observation, exploration and recreation. From the massive tidewater glaciers of Prince William Sound, the muskegs of Southeast Alaska, the caves of Prince of Wales Island; the Chugach and Tongass National Forests provide wonderful laboratories for outdoor studies. Enrich your outdoor learning experiences by looking through our website for helpful resources.
- 9 Sites in the 49th State - Join us on a virtual tour of 49 locations in our state.
- Parents, Teachers & Youth Leaders - Excellent resource materials for K-12 formal and informal educators, from a variety of agencies and organizations
- For Children & Youth - Opportunities and materials for young people up to about the age of 20
- History & Culture - Resources to help you learn about the history and pre-history of the Chugach and Tongass National Forests, and about the cultures of Alaska’s Native people
- Nature & Science - Information and teaching materials dealing with the natural resources of the forests
- Outdoor Safety & Ethics - Helpful tips for planning an outdoor experience in Alaska
- Visitor Centers - Information about major Forest Service visitor centers in Alaska and the learning opportunities in each