Tourism Stakeholder Meeting
Calendar Date:
The Economic Development Department will host a post-season Tourism Stakeholder Meeting on Thursday, October 17th, 2024, at 9:00 AM at the James and Elsie Nolan Center. This meeting is intended for businesses that operate within or provide services to the Tourism Industry. This includes tribal partners, agency partners, tour operators, accommodation providers, restaurants, and other related businesses and organizations.
There will be staff from the Economic Development, Nolan Center, Parks & Recreation, Ports & Harbors, Public Works, Public Safety Departments, and Management present at the meeting. There may be a quorum of the Wrangell Convention and Visitors Bureau. No action will be taken at this meeting.
The agenda includes the following topics.
Introduction
- Tourism Best Management Practices
- Purpose
- Partners
- Features and promotions
- How to sign up
Agency Updates
- USFS, WCA, & Chamber
- Seasonal Challenges & Highlights
- Tour Operators
- Retailers
- Restaurants
- Residents
Cruise Ship Schedule
- 2025 Draft Schedule
- 2026 Preliminary Schedule
Travel Wrangell Update
- Analytic Report including a baseline of KPI
- In Market Projects
- Fall Marketing Campaign
- Travel Guide
Upcoming Events
- Our Town, Our Future- Economic Development Conversations
- Alaska Tourism Industry Association Annual Convention
- Capitol Christmas Tree Schedule of Activities
Policies and Permits
- Petroglyph Beach Commercial Use Permit
- Resident Survey
