Santa Catalina Island Nature Center at Avalon Canyon

The Santa Catalina Island Interpretive Center is nestled in a large canyon at an elevation of five hundred feet. The center features recordings of whales, dolphins and sea lions, and visitors can also learn about kelp forests and ocean currents. There are docent tours along with school and group tours (by reservation only). The 1,200 square foot Interpretive Center at Avalon Canyon is operated by the Catalina Island Conservancy, whose Education department offices are located in the building. The museum-quality displays feature a theme entitled PURE (Protect, Understand, Renew, Explore) Catalina. Interactive displays that offer information regarding the Catalina Island Conservancy’s mission, goals and projects. Also available is a series of video presentations, including the Bald Eagle restoration project, Bison repatriation and Conservancy-themed video. Volunteer With Us! The Department of Parks and Recreation has many different volunteer programs and opportunities for your participation. Many of our community parks have volunteer opportunities in areas such as athletic programs, after school programs, tiny tot programs and general park operations. Our Regional Park Facilities have more specialized volunteer programs that range from docents at our nature centers and botanic gardens, mounted assistance units for our equestrian trails, and guides for our many school tours. To find out more information about volunteer opportunities, it is important that you contact the facility of your choice directly. They will be able to provide you with information, answering questions you may have and discuss the application process for becoming a volunteer. You don’t need any special leadership training to get involved—just a passion for helping others. Get started with our council now! If you want to help others and apply as a volunteer, please, go to page https://parks.lacounty.gov/volunteers/ Our website is https://parks.lacounty.gov/santa-catalina-island-nature-center-at-avalon-canyon/, email is info@parks.lacounty.gov, contact phone is (310) 510-0954