Annex Ale Project
Since 2021, Annex Ale Project and the Wilder Institute have partnered to connect art, craft beer, and conservation.
Each Conservation Brew release features original artwork inspired by species connected to the Wilder Institute’s conservation work. Together, these releases have helped spark conversations about wildlife conservation while supporting meaningful conservation initiatives.
In 2026, we launched our fifth Conservation Brew with Annex Ale. This year the focus is on the mountain bongo, a rare forest-dwelling antelope found only in isolated, high-altitude forests in Kenya. Through the Kenya Mountain Bongo Partnership, we aim to stabilize and grow the population in the Ragati-Chehe forests, while also conserving the mountain ecosystems they call home.
2026 Featured Artist
Abi Osness
Abi is an illustrator and self-proclaimed bug enthusiast whose work is deeply inspired by Alberta’s wildlife and biodiversity. Through whimsical traditional and digital illustrations, Abi hopes to inspire others to learn about, appreciate and care for the environment.
Purchase Conservation Brew #5: Mountain Bongo beer and limited edition art posters online or at the Annex tap room. You can also find the beer at retail locations near you.
