A 40-foot climbing tower in the shape of a trapper’s cache, a garden tour, and refurbished grounds await visitors at the 47th Southeast Alaska State Fair.
“This year more people put energy toward the fairgrounds than I’ve seen since I’ve been here,” said fair executive director Jessica Edwards, a six-year employee. “From dirt work to construction to flower displays, there’s been a ton of effort and real love poured into the fair this year. I…