Catalina Island Conservancy Membership

As a Conservancy member you will be contributing to programs in conservation, education and recreation which protect, preserve and make accessible for all to explore.

Another great benefit of a Catalina Island Conservancy membership is that you gain access to Catalina Island Conservancy events and venues like the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Gardens and discounts on a number of services like the Wildlands Express and popular Eco Tour.

Membership Benefits

Little Harbor Campground - Catalina Island Camping - Catalina Island Conservancy Membership

50% Off Conservancy Campgrounds

Contact Visitor Services at 310-510-4205 to redeem your Catalina Island Conservancy membership discount on the Conservancy’s campsites: Black Jack, Little Harbor & Parson’s Landing.

two bikers on Catalina Island with the Catalina Island Conservancy Membership

Free Freewheeler Bike Passes

Show your Catalina Island Conservancy membership card at any Conservancy location or at Two Harbors Visitor Services to redeem your bike pass.  Passes are only available on the Island.

entrance to Wrigley Memorial and Botanic Garden on Catalina Island

Unlimited Admission to Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden

Show your Catalina Island Conservancy membership card at the entry for unlimited access to the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden and popular Garden to Sky Hike!

a coastal view of Catalina Island with the Conservancy Eco Tour truck

Eco Tour & Wildlands Express Discounts

Book your Eco Tour or Wildland Express Shuttle at the Trailhead visitor center or by calling 310-510-2595 x100.

Catalina Island Conservancy Membership Levels & Benefits

Friend – $35

1 Person
Subscription period: 1 year

Benefits
Benefits at this level apply to one person.

  • Freewheeler Bike Pass (1 Pass)
  • 50% off Conservancy Campgrounds
  • Conservancy Publications
  • Unlimited Admission to the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden (For 1)

Explorer – $65

2 People
Subscription period: 1 year

Benefits
Benefits at this level apply to two people (couple) in the same family/household.

  • Freewheeler Bike Pass (2 Passes)
  • 50% off Conservancy Campgrounds
  • Conservancy Publications
  • Unlimited Admission to the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden (For 2)
  • Discounts at the Trailhead Store (10%)
  • Discount off Wildlands Express Shuttle ($2)

Adventurer – $125

Up to 5 People
Subscription period: 1 year

Benefits
Benefits at this level apply to up to 5 people in the same family/household.

  • Freewheeler Bike Pass (5 Passes)
  • 50% off Conservancy Campgrounds
  • Conservancy Publications
  • Unlimited Admission to the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden
  • Discounts at the Trailhead Store (10%)
  • Discount off Wildlands Express Shuttle ($2)
  • Support Group Admission
  • 50% Off Round-Trip Tickets on Catalina Flyer (Newport Beach) for up to 2 members.

Conservationist – $250

Up to 5 People
Subscription period: 1 year

Benefits
Benefits at this level apply to up to 5 people in the same family/household.

  • Freewheeler Bike Pass (5 Passes)
  • 50% off Conservancy Campgrounds
  • Conservancy Publications
  • Unlimited Admission to the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden
  • Discounts at the Trailhead Store (10%)
  • Discount off Wildlands Express Shuttle ($3)
  • Support Group Admission
  • 50% Off Round-Trip Tickets on Catalina Flyer (Newport Beach) for up to 2 members.
  • Conservancy Eco Tour ($20 off total- one time)

Discoverer – $500

Up to 5 People
Subscription period: 1 year

Benefits
Benefits at this level apply to up to 5 people in the same family/household.

  • Freewheeler Bike Pass (5 Passes)
  • 50% off Conservancy Campgrounds
  • Conservancy Publications
  • Unlimited Admission to the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden
  • Discounts at the Trailhead Store (15%)
  • Discount off Wildlands Express Shuttle ($2)
  • Support Group Admission
  • 50% Off Round-Trip Tickets on Catalina Flyer (Newport Beach) for up to 2 members.
  • Conservancy Eco Tour ($50 off total- one time)
  • Recognition in Conservancy Times

Naturalist – $1,000

Up to 5 People
Subscription period: 1 year

Benefits
Benefits at this level apply to up to 5 people in the same family/household.

  • Freewheeler Bike Pass (5 Passes)
  • 50% off Conservancy Campgrounds
  • Conservancy Publications
  • Unlimited Admission to the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden
  • Discounts at the Trailhead Store (20%)
  • Discount off Wildlands Express Shuttle ($2)
  • Support Group Admission
  • 50% Off Round-Trip Tickets on Catalina Flyer (Newport Beach) for up to 2 members.
  • Conservancy Eco Tour ($100 off total- one time)
  • Recognition in Conservancy Times
  • Recognition on the Trailhead Donor Wall
  • Invitations to VIP events

Full Time Island Resident

To purchase a resident membership at the 25% discounted rate, please contact the Catalina Island Conservancy Membership Department at [email protected]. You must be a full time resident of Catalina Island. Please specify your name, address, phone and desired membership level. Or you can call  562-437-8555 x1239 (Wendy) or x1224 (Gina) to set-up your discounted payment. An email will be sent to you to complete the transaction at the discounted rate.

Create a Catalina Island Conservancy Membership today!

Your Catalina Island Conservancy membership helps achieve a balance of conservation, education and recreation goals that ensure the ecological health of the Island.

Become a Member
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Leadership Circle

Catalina Island Conservancy Leadership Circle

Leadership Circle is a special membership level composed of a group of extraordinary donors of the Conservancy who are major advocates for protecting and restoring Catalina Island.

In recognition of such generous support, Leadership Circle members receive all the benefits of general membership, PLUS exclusive privileges granting insider access to experience the Island as few do, including:
• Invitations to exclusive Leadership Circle events
• Personalized “behind-the-scenes” Island tours
• Recognition on the Honor Roll Display in the Trailhead
• Complimentary Conservancy gift for new members

Become a Leadership Circle Member

Support Groups

boats parked at a harbor on Catalina island

Catalina Marineros

Marineros are Conservancy members at the Adventurer level and above, who are boaters or people who enjoy the ocean. Each year the Marineros support group holds events that provide unique experiences on Catalina Island. These often blend boating and hiking, such as the BZ Jones hike, on-island work parties, and special boating events including movies and tours. You can add this to your membership for free upon purchase at the Adventurer level or above.

Catalina Island Airport in the Sky

Aero Club/ Turbo Club

Aero Club members are pilots at any member level who purchase the additional $175 Piston/$325 Turbine annual landing fee. Aero Club combines general Conservancy membership benefits with unlimited annual landings at the Airport in the Sky and a free Killer Cookie! Aero Club/Turbo Club members receive invites to Conservancy events and hikes, and serve as stewards for the Island. To join Aero Club or Turbo Club, purchase a base membership and add on the unlimited landings option.

Catalina Island horses

Catalina Caballeros

The Catalina Caballeros is an equestrian membership support group of the Conservancy. Caballeros are male and female riders who participate in their annual rides, occasional volunteer workdays on the Island, socials on the mainland, and Conservancy fund raising activities.