The mission of the Catalina Island Conservancy
is to be a responsible steward of its lands through
a balance of conservation, education and recreation. |
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Avalon Harbor 2009 Underwater Cleanup
The 2009 Avalon Harbor Underwater cleanup will be held in Avalon Harbor at Catalina Island on Saturday February 21, 2009.
Besides offering divers the opportunity to dive in Avalon Harbor, the event brings together a large number of people who share common interests – diving and Catalina… more >> |
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Conservancy Expedition to Baja California
Your 8 day adventure begins March 21st 2009
- Get an up close view of gigantic whales
- Explore many of the uninhabited islands of the Sea of Cortez, such as Isla San Jose and Isla Santa Catalina
- Experience the pristine beauty and abundant wildlife of Baja California
Join Conservancy naturalists aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird. Search for whales and dolphins among the islands of the southern Sea of Cortez. Don flippers, a mask and snorkel (provided) and swim with curious sea lions. Navigate through the protected coves and channels in Bahia Magdalena. Observe migrating whales from the ship and up close from the ship's Zodiacs. Watch for magnificent frigate birds, pelicans, cormorants, terns, great blue herons, ibis and willets.
To book your reservation, please
click here. For more information on costs and arrangements, contact Jen Poyer, Special Events Coordinator.
Photo: California Gray Whale (Eschrichtius robustus) spy-hopping near whale watchers along the Pacific side of the Baja Peninsula.
Photo courtesy of Lindblad Expeditions
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2009 Catalina Island Conservancy Ball
May 2, 2009 - Save the Date!
The 14th Annual Catalina Island Conservancy Ball - Take A Hike! - to be held Saturday May 2, 2009 at the Avalon Casino Ballroom on Catalina Island celebrates the completion of the much anticipated Trans-Catalina Trail. The Ball highlights the Trans-Catalina Trail's important role in the Conservancy's mission by offering unique opportunities for recreation, alongside our conservation and education programs. more >>
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Beetlemania!!
Meet the fab beetles of Catalina Island
No, this month’s gallery is not about rock music, long hair and bell-bottom pants. It’s about the order Coleoptera-the most diverse groups of insects. Welcome to the world of bettles!
Of the estimated 1 million known species of insects, more than 350,000 are beetles. Scientists think there may be up to 10 million species once the ongoing survey of the Earth’s biodiversity is completed. From the gigantic Hercules beetle – a full 6 inches in length to the tiny Flower Beetle (which at 1/6 of an inch could almost pass through the eye of a needle), beetles are truly the jewels of the insect world. They are colorful, phenomenally well adapated to survive, revered by ancient civilizations, and inspiring in their beauty.
Come explore the diversity and beauty of Catalina’s fantastic beetles. click here >>
Photos by Carlos de la Rosa
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A Tale of Two Archipelagos Part II
Galapagos plants, animals and us
In this, Part II of our exploration of the Galapagos Islands, we’ll meet some very interesting plants and animals and draw parallels with Catalina’s species. Some of these contrasts may surprise you! Even though Catalina and the Galapagos are thousands of miles apart, occasionally, our stories run parallel. Members of the Conservancy Board and Staff traveled to the Galapagos last May to learn lessons on Galapagos and to share our own. A few “Galapagoans” have also traveled far and wide and arrived on Catalina, although not be design, but by accident. Ther stories are contained in this photo gallery.
So,come and discover some of the Galapagos resident denizens in this conculsion to “A Tale of Two Archipelagos.”click here >>
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The Nature Center at Avalon Canyon
FREE Admission
Open: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday through Wednesday (closed on Thursday)
For more information about the Nature Center and its programs, please call 310-510-0954.
The Nature Center features self-guided exhibits, hands-on activites for kids, a Resource Center, and host the popular Evening Nature Program lecture series and other events. more…
For information about hiking and biking permits, Jeep Eco-Tours, Wrigley Memorial and Botanical Garden and other Conservancy services, please call 310-510-2595. more>> |
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On Catalina, All Trails Lead to Fun
When it comes to outdoor recreation, Catalina Island fills the bill. Whether you are a diver, biker, boater, camper or hiker, the Island provides it’s own rugged charms and challenges. As for hiking, Catalina can’t be beat. more>> |
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