Removing non-native plants is a key element in preserving the island’s native ecology, volunteers learn more about efforts to preserve native plants during Mornings at the Nursery. Catalina Island offers a wealth of experiences and adventures that take a lifetime to completely explore. While Avalon’s quaint charms, intriguing shops and picturesque waterfront appeal to nearly…

Catalina Island has been home to an annual rugby tournament for more than 20 years Catalina Island events fill the calendar with endurance runs, art festivals, concerts and more, providing something for everyone. While most of those events tend toward the more traditional, a few events appeal to a more narrow audience – giving Catalina Island visitors…

Catalina Island Marine Institute is one of many Catalina Island summer camps on the leeward side of the island. For millions of kids, going to summer camp is a rite of passage. With a week or two – or three – away from parents and everyday life, summer camp is a chance to learn new…

Chimes Tower will have a new lease on life. Catalina Island is home to a number of iconic buildings and one of the most melodic is getting a new lease on life. Whether you’ve seen it up close and personal or not, every visitor to Avalon has heard the Catalina Chimes Tower, which tolls the hour…

Restaurant week returns to Avalon on Catalina Island Catalina Island restaurants offer a buffet of options for hungry Avalon visitors. Whether you are looking for culinary creativity or quick bites – Catalina Island dining has it all, including burgers, fresh seafood, great steaks and much more. Once a year, Santa Catalina visitors have a convenient way to…

Catalina Island is Up for Whatever Catalina Island has just learned that it’s Up For Whatever. The popular Southern California resort island has been chosen as the second destination for Bud Light’s Whatever, USA promotion. As the chosen destination, Catalina Island will host about 1,000 Bud Light fans for a weekend of fun and frolicking on…