We preserve and restore the environment on Catalina, promoting and modeling ecologically sustainable communities to create a healthier future for this Island and our Earth.
The Conservancy provides formal, classroom lessons and non-formal outdoor experiences designed to deliver nature-based engagement and experiential learning.
As the oldest and largest private land trust in the state of California, the Catalina Island Conservancy opens its wildlands for the public to enjoy in many ways.
Support a worthy organization dedicated to restoring and protecting Catalina Island’s wildlands – help save animal species on the verge of extinction and maintain unique habitats for all to enjoy.
The Catalina Island Restoration Project, undertaken by the Catalina Island Conservancy, is a comprehensive initiative aimed at regenerating and safeguarding the natural ecosystem. The project seeks to protect the Island’s biodiversity, mitigate erosion, prevent wildfires, and create a sustainable, thriving environment for both wildlife and humans.
This training gives a brief overview of Catalina’s geology, island species, human history, and the work of the Conservancy. Please register for the 11am webinar at the following link. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email that contains the links to the videos and supplemental resources.
This training gives a brief overview of Catalina’s geology, island species, human history, and the work of the Conservancy. Please register for the 5:30pm webinar at the following link. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email that contains the links to the videos and supplemental resources.
Conservancy staff has selected popular modern and foundational environmental literature for the discussion at the end of the featured month.
Click to view July's book selection and register!
This year's Catalina: The Wild Side Art Show and Sale features ten nationally renowned artists who have documented remarkable vistas, secluded beaches and favorite locales during their painting trips to the Island this past year. Catalina Island Conservancy’s 14th annual Catalina: The Wild Side Art Show and Sale returns on Sunday, October 20th. One hundred paintings, specifically created for this show, will be on display and available for purchase both in person at Newport Harbor Yacht Club and online. This year’s artists are Suzie Baker, Brienne Brown, John Cosby, Don Demers, Kathleen Hudson, Jane Hunt, Kim Lordier, Terry Miura, Michael Obermeyer, and Lori Putnam.
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.
Course fee is $550.00 for members and $600.00 for non-members
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