Alaska Hidden Gems Photography Contest: 2009

Alaska Wilderness League and Alaska Wilderness Recreation and Tourism Association (AWRTA) have teamed up to highlight the extraordinary and diverse values found on federal public lands in Alaska, managed by the Bureau of Land Management. These lands contain some of our nation's greatest treasures: the world's largest wild salmon fishery, the largest surging glacier in North America, millions of migratory and resident bird populations, the largest caribou herd in Alaska, and Alaska's longest River; the mighty Yukon.

The unique history, cultures, and untouched beauty of these wild places is yet to be discovered and we hope to inspire the public to showcase these amazing places. Starting April 1, through May 15, Alaska Wilderness League and AWRTA will be accepting photographic submissions of experiences, adventures, and the great vistas of the BLM lands in Alaska. Prizes will be awarded for top photos and runners up. Prizes include outdoor gear and Alaska Native art. For more information on how to participate please visit Alaska Wilderness Leagues website at www.alaskawild.org/blmcontest/

2009 Ecotourism Conference a Success!

AWRTA would like to thank all the sponsors and members who made our annual conference a blast! This years event was quite possibly the best one yet, and we are already looking forward to planning next years. If you have any comments or suggestions, feel free to contact Russ at the AWRTA office!

Plan Your Trip to Alaska

Plan your wilderness adventure trip or ecotourism vacation to Alaska by using our Plan Your Trip to Alaska search of AWRTA wilderness-dependent ecotourism businesses. You can search for businesses offering: natural history tours, rafting, fishing, kayaking, hiking, backpacking, wilderness lodges, hunting, and day ocean cruises & charters trips to Alaska's wild lands.

Explore Alaska with tourism businesses committed to Ecotourism Guidelines.  Our members are committed to traveling with care and concern for protecting Alaska's environment and wilderness areas. Some of our members provide their customers an opportunity to directly contribute to efforts to protect & conserve Alaska's natural resources through our Dollars a Day for Conservation program.

Join a Collective Voice for Wilderness-Dependent Businesses

The Alaska Wilderness Recreation & Tourism Association (AWRTA) is a members-driven trade association formed to be a collective voice for wilderness-dependent businesses. We advocate for the sustainability of Alaska's natural and cultural resources, responsible tourism and tourism planning for communities. AWRTA members abide by the voluntary Ecotourism Guidelines adopted by the membership in 1995.

To learn more about AWRTA's goals, the benefits of AWRTA membership, and how to become an AWRTA member, visit the About AWRTA page.