Carmen Defranco is aiming to have the nicest lawn in Haines. He’s also aiming for the flag in the middle of it. 

The 64-year-old charter boat skipper and tackle store owner has been working all summer on his latest project – a putting green next to his home one block south of Fort Seward.

“When I bought this property I promised I’d keep it like a park. How better to do that than a putting…