2024 Catalina California Naturalist Course
October 23 - December 19
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Thank you for your interest in this event. Unfortunately, the class is fully booked. We will be offering the next session in Spring 2025, so stay tuned for future updates!
Join the UC Environmental Stewards Catalina California Naturalist course to explore and conserve Southern California’s rare coastal Mediterranean ecosystems! This 9-week hybrid course combines online learning with a 3-day field school on Catalina Island, offering immersive education in ecology and natural resource stewardship through expert-led sessions and hands-on experiences. Discover the wonders of island biodiversity while gaining the skills to actively contribute to conservation efforts.
- Weekly Online Classes: October 23rd – December 11th
Every Wednesday | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM - Catalina Field School: December 17th – December 19th
Members $550 | Non-members $600
Your course fee includes:
- Online course and learning
- Catalina expert instructors and guides
- 3-day field school on Catalina Island
- 2-night stay at the Wrigley Marine Science Center
- Meals
- California Naturalist Certification
Not included:
- Ferry ticket
- Required textbook “The California Naturalist Handbook”
- Optional four UC course credits, $80