Parks conference includes opportunities for locals to help and participate

Community members have a couple of ways to participate in the Alaska Recreation & Parks Association conference that is coming to town Sept. 19-22.

One way is to donate artwork and handmade crafts for a fundraising auction.

Another is to sign up for a leadership training session for members of nonprofit boards and commissions.

“We would love the opportunity to showcase Wrangell’s talented artists and makers through the silent auction,” Wrangell Parks and Recreation staff said in asking for donated items. “All proceeds raised from the auction will go toward a scholarship to support recreation pr...