Highway Wolf Recognizes Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
San Francisco, CA, March 3, 2025… Highway Wolf is proud to spotlight the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), a sanctuary dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned and injured wildlife in Portage, Alaska. AWCC provides permanent homes for animals in expansive, natural enclosures while leading crucial conservation efforts, including wood bison restoration and beluga whale monitoring. Among AWCC’s many residents are four gray wolves—Deshka, Bri, Dirus, and Lothario—who serve as ambassadors for their species, educating visitors about the vital role wolves play in maintaining ecological balance.
AWCC’s commitment to conservation extends beyond rescue, partnering with organizations like the U.S. Forest Service and NOAA Fisheries to reintroduce species into the wild and advance critical research. The center offers immersive educational experiences, allowing visitors to witness the wolves' natural behaviors—from Deshka’s watchful leadership to Lothario’s playful antics. Executive Director Sarah Howard shares, “At the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, we are proud to partner with Highway Wolf to protect and preserve wildlife. Their unique work sends a powerful message about the importance of protecting wolves and ensuring they thrive in their habitats. Together, we are dedicated to fostering awareness, education, and conservation efforts that will leave a lasting impact.”
(Left) Lothario, (Middle) Bri & Deshka, (Right) Dirus
*Photos courtesy Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center*
Highway Wolf is donating 100% of proceeds from purchases of this “Protect the Pack” Spotlight T-Shirt to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. "Highway Wolf is honored to support the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center's crucial work rescuing and rehabilitating Alaska's wildlife,” says Mick Hellman. “We share their commitment to conservation and education, and we're proud to partner with them in protecting these incredible animals. By supporting AWCC, Highway Wolf aims to amplify the message of wolf conservation and ensure these animals thrive in their natural habitats." Highway Wolf encourages music fans and wildlife advocates to support Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center by visiting their website or social media.
For more information about Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, visit: https://alaskawildlife.org
For more information about Highway Wolf, visit https://www.highwaywolfmusic.com/
About Highway Wolf
Welcome to the adventures of Highway Wolf... a unique musical project led by Mick Hellman and his creative partners, Tal and Amber Morris, who create a sonic experience through a collection of reimagined classics. Highway Wolf takes us on a transformational journey, relatable to anyone challenged by The Call and all that comes with answering The Call. The songs are of the human experience, and through the howling and longing of the Highway Wolf, listeners come to understand these stories through another lens.