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TOP 5 REASONS TO VISIT
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WILDLIFE
GLACIERS
FISHING
STIKINE RIVER
WRANGELL MUSEUM
GOLF
CULTURAL CENTER & CARVING SHED
CHIEF SHAKES TRIBAL HOUSE
PETROGLYPH BEACH
TOTEM PARK
WRANGELL HISTORY
GARNET LEDGE
HIKING
CAMPING & CABINS
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A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF WRANGELL’S HISTORY
History J.R Meek 7/31/24 History J.R Meek 7/31/24

A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF WRANGELL’S HISTORY

Thousands of years before fur, gold, salmon and timber brought settlers, adventurers and pioneers to work and live in Wrangell, the Tlingit people arrived in the region via the Stikine River, migrating from the Interior.

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Spend a little time along Wrangell’s waterfront and you’ll see how closely this town is connected to the sea. Fishing boats fill the harbors, crews prepare their gear, and the next trip depends on the season, the weather, and what’s running. Behind every catch are people who know these waters and the work it takes to bring seafood ashore.

That connection reaches back long before commercial fishing. Wrangell is the homeland of the Stikine Tlingit, whose relationship with the surrounding waters includes fishing, subsistence, and trade across generations. As the town grew, commercial fishing and canneries became important parts of its economy. Salmon, shrimp, and crab processing helped shape a waterfront that remains a place of work today.

Today, salmon, halibut, shrimp, crab, and other wild Alaska seafood connect Wrangell with tables near and far. Fishermen bring in the catch, while processors handle the work of preparing, freezing, and packing seafood for sale. Around them, boat repair businesses and marine services help keep the fleet working. Each plays a part in a fishing community that visitors can still experience along the waterfront.

Buying seafood from Wrangell is one way to connect with that story and support the people continuing it.

A Community Shaped by Fishing

Bring something from the working waterfront to your own table. Local processors and fishermen who offer direct sales give you opportunities to purchase wild Alaska seafood from the people who harvest or prepare it.

Start by asking what’s available. Depending on the seller and the season, you may find whole fish, fillets, frozen portions, or shellfish. Ask where the seafood was harvested, how it’s prepared, and what they recommend for your next meal. Those conversations offer a chance to learn about the catch while choosing something you’ll enjoy cooking.

Your purchase supports the seller’s business and the work behind it, from time on the water to processing and packing on shore. Whether you’re preparing dinner during your visit or ordering for home, buying from a Wrangell seafood business gives you a practical way to support the community.

Support Local Fishermen and Processors

A taste of Wrangell can travel home with you. Selected local seafood businesses offer shipping, so you can ask about sending a purchase home after your visit or placing an order from wherever you live.

Shipping options depend on the seller, the product, and your destination. Before ordering, confirm which seafood is available for shipment, whether there is a minimum order, and how packaging and shipping charges are calculated. Ask when your order will leave Wrangell and when you should expect it to arrive.

If you’re visiting, contact the business early in your trip to discuss pickup or shipping arrangements. If you’re ordering from home, check current availability and delivery options directly with the seller. Plan to receive your package promptly and follow the storage and handling instructions provided with your order.

From a salmon dinner shared with friends to halibut saved for a weekend meal, ordering from Wrangell is a way to keep enjoying local seafood after your visit.

Seafood Shipping

Explore the local seafood businesses below to learn what they offer, how to purchase, and whether shipping is available to your destination. Contact each seller directly for current products, pricing, and ordering details.

Meet Wrangell Seafood Sellers

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