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2025 Catalina California Naturalist Course

Mar. 4 - May. 8

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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: March 4th – April 29th
    Every Tuesday| 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Catalina Field School: May 6th – May 8th

 

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

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