Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, or ANWR, is a designated wilderness area located in Fairbanks, Alaska. The ANWR has been a controversial topic of politics, often named as one of the prime locations for potential off-shore drilling.
Fast Facts
- Location: Fairbanks, Alaska1
- Home to 45 species of land and water animals1
- Eight million acres of designated wilderness1
- Sheenjek, Wind, Ivishak rivers located on land1
- Potential location for off-shore drilling2
- Alaskan Governor and Republican VP candidate Sarah Palin supports drilling of ANWR2
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