Just as the snow and ice have melted away from the bushes and shrubs in downtown garden beds, so too have they disappeared from the parks, trails and ballfields in town — exposing the winter deposits left by dogs. Or, more accurately, left by dog owners who don’t think enough of the mess that their pets leave behind for others to step in.
Devyn Johnson of Parks and Recreation describes it as “one of the more gross times of the year.” That pretty much sums up how everyone else sees it.
Department staff try to dig in and keep the recreation areas clean but could use some help, such as help from volunteers at a “Poop Scoop” event tentatively planned for sometime in April. Yes, it’s exactly as it sounds.
And help from dog owners to be courteous and respectful of others.
This is not just a parks and trails problem — some boat owners are just as guilty of letting their dogs roam the harbors, leaving behind their droppings. “It’s an issue with every harbor,” said Harbormaster Steve Miller, who encourages everyone to use the plastic bags available from dispensers at every harbor.
Whether by land or by sea, grab a bag, pick it up, and everyone can enjoy a cleaner community.
-- Wrangell Sentinel
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