Catalina Tile Making Workshop and Wildlands Excursion
Mar. 21 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
$75 – $89
Discover the natural and cultural story of Catalina Island through the art of tile-making in this special Women of Catalina workshop. Robin Cassidy, a local ceramic artist, will guide participants through the workshop. Cassidy is the founder of Silver Canyon Pottery and has been a cornerstone of Avalon’s creative community since 1988. While creating their own Catalina-inspired tile, participants will learn about the Island’s geology and how its landscapes and organic materials have shaped artistic traditions. Tiles created in the workshop will be glazed and fired, then carefully shipped to your home.
After the studio experience, a Conservancy naturalist will guide participants into Catalina’s wildlands to explore remote landscapes and examine the soils, mudstones and natural clays that form the Island’s foundation. Along the way, you may encounter native wildlife and gain insight into how geology influences Catalina’s ecosystems, history and art.
What to Bring
- A packed lunch
- Sunscreen
- A reusable water bottle
- Layered clothing, as temperatures may vary throughout the day
Important to Know
The first part of the workshop begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Trailhead Visitor Center, where a complimentary shuttle will transport participants to Silver Canyon Pottery (22 Pebbly Beach Rd, Avalon, CA 90704). Shuttles will also transport participants into the wildlands for the exploration part of the program and will return to Avalon at 3 p.m. Ferry tickets are not included in the cost of this workshop and should be purchased early to ensure a seat is available. Same day ferry riders from Long Beach should reserve the 6 a.m. Catalina Express boat.
Participants should come prepared for being outside in the field, standing and walking. Sturdy, close-toed shoes and a re-fillable water bottle are required. Some walking on uneven terrain should be expected.
Trailhead Visitor Center
