SOLD OUT: Bald Eagle Excursion in Catalina’s Wildlands

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Deepen your understanding on conservation recovery strategies while learning about the remarkable success story of the American bald eagle on Catalina Island. Accompanied by Conservancy naturalists and special guest Erin Weiner, Eagle Project Lead for the Institute for Wildlife Studies (IWS), participants will journey into Catalina’s wildlands in search of bald eagles while visiting several of the Island’s known nesting territories. 

Throughout the day, we’ll travel to prime eagle habitat, stopping at nesting sites to learn how biologists monitor nesting pairs and support the continued recovery of this iconic species. Along the way, we will keep our eyes on the skies as we search for adult and juvenile bald eagles. 

As the eagle biologist for the Channel Islands, Weiner continues the Bald Eagle Restoration Project’s 45-year legacy of science-based conservation. Throughout the excursion, she’ll share the history of bald eagle restoration, discuss current monitoring and research efforts, explain nesting behaviors and ecology, and provide an inside look at the ongoing work to ensure these magnificent birds continue to thrive on the Channel Islands. 

Space is limited. Advance registration is required. 

What to Bring

• A reusable water bottle
• Layered clothing, as temperatures may vary throughout the day
• A packed lunch 
• Comfortable hiking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing 
• Optional: Binoculars for wildlife viewing. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Important to Know

We will meet at the Trailhead Visitor Center for departure and will return to the Trailhead at the end of the excursion.

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.