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CONSERVANCY COMMUNICATIONS
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A MESSAGE FROM THE CONSERVANCY: 5/28/2020
TRAILHEAD VISITOR CENTER
Update 5/28:
The Trailhead is re-opening on June 1 with limited services which include:
- 1st floor: retail, hiking and biking permits (Eco Tours are not yet operational)
- 2nd floor: restrooms will be accessible (Toyon Grill remains closed)
- 3rd floor: observation deck will be accessible
BEACHES AND MOORINGS
Update 5/26:
Avalon beaches and moorings re-opened as of Friday, May 22.
The Island's remote beaches and moorings re-opened on May 13.
New beach safety guidelines are in place for the protection of yourself and others:
- Social distancing rules apply! Physical distancing of 6' + feet is required between yourself and a non-family member or someone with whom you are not currently quarantining.
- Face coverings are required out of the water at within 6' of non-family members or those with whom you are not currently quarantining.
- Do not use the beaches if you are exhibiting any symptoms.
- Exercise is the goal: swimming, surfing, walking and running are permitted.
- Gathering, sitting and sunbathing are not permitted. Items such as chairs, tents, EZ Ups or umbrellas are not permitted on beaches during this time.
- Please follow all current LA County guidelines.
- Conservancy Rangers and LA County Baywatch remain on patrol across the Island.
AIRPORT IN THE SKY
Update 5/12: Airport in the Sky has reopened as of Tuesday, May 12th for landings at ACE Clearwater Airfield.
Please note the following when flying into the Aiport:
- Tower will be manned
- Restrooms open, but no other services
- Hiking trails open
- Transportation to Avalon limited to taxi service only
- Services in Avalon limited to:
- Vons and some restaurants for take out food only
- Hardware store is open
TRAILS
Update 5/8: We are pleased to announce that, in accordance with LA County directives, trails are now open!
As of today, Friday, May 8, Catalina Island hiking trails are open. Thank you for your patience during this pandemic.
New hiking safety guidelines are in place for the protection of yourself and others:
- Hiking without a face mask is permitted except if you are within 6' of a non-family member or someone with whom you are not currently quarantining; appropriate social distancing is required.
- Do not use the trails if you are exhibiting any symptoms.
- Please follow all current LA County guidelines, found here.
- Conservancy Rangers and LA County Baywatch remain on patrol across the Island.
Limited Services Available:
- Restrooms along the trails are open.
- Vons and some restaurants open for take-out food only.
- Hardware store is open.
- Boats are running with enhanced safety protocols, including required face masks. For more information on the boat schedule and advisories, please visit Catalina Express.
Updated 4/24/2020
Thank you all for your patience during this evolving COVID-19 situation. The Catalina Island Conservancy continues to strive to be a responsible steward of our lands, staff and visitors. As we monitor the latest updates from the CDC, WHO, State of California, LA County, and the City and business community of Avalon, we are trying to make sustainable, collaborative decisions for our island and community. The Conservancy takes the health and safety of the public, staff and residents very seriously.
Effective Friday, March 20, 2020 the Conservancy visitor facilities and services will be mostly closed to the public.
CLOSED:
- Trailhead, including Toyon Grill
- Eco Tours of the Interior
- Nature Center - An Educational resource
- Wrigley Memorial and Botanic Garden
- Airport public facilities
- Airport Runway closed for public landings (currently, only Catalina residents and commercial pilots with official Island business may land)
- DC-3 Grill (full closure effective 3/22)
- Wildlands Express shuttle (Avalon to Two Harbors)
- Campgrounds
In addition, all group educational activities, Naturalist Trainings and the Last Friday Lecture Series, have been cancelled for March and April. Conservancy Events including the Ball and Thad and BZ Jones Hikes have been postponed until further notice.
EVENTS & PROGRAMS:
• The Catalina Island Marathon, originally scheduled for March 14, has been rescheduled for August 29th.
• The Last Friday Lectures for March and April have been cancelled.
• All Naturalist Trainings have been cancelled through April.
• The Thad & BZ Jones Hikes, scheduled for March 20 and 21, have been postponed.
• The Catalina Island Conservancy Ball, scheduled for April 25, has been postponed.
We know how many of you cherish Catalina Island and the respite that nature provides. Your support and understanding during this public health crisis is appreciated.
During this unique time in our history, we need your support more than ever. Please consider making a gift today to help keep our essential operations going.
Your donation will be put to good use immediately, and there are special financial incentives to donate right now. The CARES Act includes provisions that allow taxpayers who do not itemize to receive a partial deducation of up to $300 for gifts made to public charities in 2020. For individuals who do itemize, the CARES Act increases the deduction cap for up to 100% of the person's adjusted gross income for gifts to public charities (previously limited to 60%).
Support the Conservancy by donating online.
We look forward to all of us being able to enjoy Catalina Island again soon and hope to share with you our dedication to our mission of conservation, education and recreation.
Additional information about the coronavirus can be found here:
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