Deer Mountain Tribal Hatchery & Eagle Center
The mission of the Deer Mountain Tribal Hatchery and Eagle Center is to promote public service through conservation, education, and stewardship of the indigenous birds and fish of Southeast Alaska.
Operation of a facility for the care of sick and injured wildlife, especially eagles, and promoting knowledge and appreciation of the culture ties between the Native People of Southeast Alaska and wildlife of Southeast Alaska.
Development and implementation of high-quality programs for the benefit of our wildlife and their habitat, specifically those species of Native American cultural and traditional importance; conduct field surveys and population monitoring; conduct natural history studies and provide public education on habitat preservation and wildlife conservation.
The Deer Mountain Tribal Hatchery and Eagle Center (DMTHEC) provides educational tours to visitors while presenting the cultural significance of selected species in our presentations. We are a Tribally managed and operated hatchery and therefore promote Native values throughout the operation.
Fish Run
Rearing Ponds
Fish Ladder
Fish Hatchery
The Deer Mountain Tribal Hatchery raises salmon and steelhead trout to supplement the wild stocks of Alaska salmon. The facility is designed to witness the facility's operations and the natural behavior of the salmon.
Eagle Center
The Deer Mountain Tribal Eagle Center is home to a collection of non-releasable birds. These birds are used for display and education. The Eagle Center also operates as a wildlife rehab facility.
Tour Information
The Deer Mountain Hatchery and Eagle Center provides guided and narrated tours to visitors. Click here for tour information.
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