It's long been a challenge for travelers to find lodging in Wrangell, especially during the spring and summer months, but with the closure of three bed and breakfasts in the past six months, securing a place to stay has become even harder.

With the loss of those short-term-stay establishments, other tourist-related businesses are having trouble attracting clients to the island.

Little Bitty Getaway, Oceanside B&B and The Squawking Raven B&B have all closed since last August. The reasons are various, ranging from retirement to the pandemic.

For Theresa Allen, who owned Oceanside B&B, operati...