Win the trip of a lifetime!
The International Association for Bear Research and Management (IBA) and The Alaska Zoo are excited to announce a fundraising raffle for two (2) Governors special permits for McNeil River State Game Sanctuary guided brown bear viewing. The winner of this raffle will be able to take another person along on this amazing experience.
Raffle Ends: 10 May 2026
Raffle Package Includes:
- $500USD reimbursed to you for your hotel stay in Homer.
- Two (2) J block Guided Viewing Permits for McNeil River Sanctuary for the viewing dates of July 13-16, 2026.
- Two (2) roundtrip float plane tickets between Homer and McNeil. Departure from Homer and return to Homer will be weather dependent.
Ticket Pricing (USD) :
- 1 raffle ticket for $25.00
- 6 raffle tickets for $60.00
- 35 raffle tickets for $500.00
- 100 raffle tickets for $1,000.00
Please note: This raffle is for special viewing permits and is separate from the regular McNeil Lottery. You may apply in the regular lottery and in the raffle to increase your chances.
