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- Conservation
Conservation
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.
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Education
The Conservancy provides formal, classroom lessons and non-formal outdoor experiences designed to deliver nature-based engagement and experiential learning.
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Recreation
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.
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OPERATION PROTECT CATALINA ISLAND
Operation Protect Catalina Island is a 30-year commitment to making the Island safer and more resilient by reducing wildfire risk, safeguarding freshwater and restoring native plants. Through this long-term effort, the Conservancy will help protect the people, livelihoods and wildlife that depend on one of the most unique places on Earth.
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Resources
Learn more about obtaining required permits, browse through various trail and island maps, and read through our helpful policies and information.
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Get Involved
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.
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About
Founded in 1972 as a nonprofit organization, the Catalina Island Conservancy is one of the oldest private land trusts in Southern California.
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