Conservancy eNews - February 2014

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Read the latest about the Conservancy's work In the News. Photo by Jack Baldelli

The annual Avalon Underwater Cleanup is one of my favorite Conservancy events. As a marine biologist who has dived the waters off Catalina for years, I appreciate the wonderful service that the Catalina Conservancy Divers support group and other divers from near and far perform for the good of Avalon Bay and the USC Hyperbaric Chamber.

Divers and spectators alike all enjoy the great fun hauling items to the surface and sharing in the spirited camaraderie of fellow divers. Event Chair Jill Boivin deserves a heartfelt thanks for coordinating this event each year.

Sincerely,

Ann M. Muscat, Ph.D., President and CEO

The nature of Island nature is that it breeds giants and dwarves. It may seem nuts to call a squirrel a giant, but the most conspicuous of Catalina's outsized residents is the Catalina California ground squirrel.

Explore Catalina looks at Island issues through the lenses of Conservancy biologists and field team members.

The Iberian Peninsula is home to a beautiful and secretive wild cat. Biologists have been hard at work to count the number of endangered Iberian lynx roaming free in Portugal and Spain.

The Catalina Island Conservancy's Isla Earth Radio Series broadcasts critical conservation stories.

AIRPORT TO CLOSE TEMPORARILY
Closing Won't Effect Landings or Wildlands Express The terminal at the Airport in the Sky will close temporarily from February 19 to 21 for termite tenting. The airport staff will set up in a remote location with a radio and land air traffic. The Wildlands Express shuttle will operate. The DC3 Gifts & Grill will also be closed. A portable restroom facility will be available at the site.

RUN FOR A REASON!

Three LUCKY winners get one FREE race registration to Catalina Island Conservancy Marathon on March 15 - two Catalina Express boat tickets - and one wins a two-night stay with Catalina Island Vacation Rentals. To enter, click on the package above and "Like" the Catalina Island Conservancy's Facebook page.

UNDERWATER CLEANUP: FEBRUARY 22

Diving for Debris - Intrepid divers enter Avalon Bay, looking to sweep the ocean floor free of refuse. Conservancy file photo

For the second straight year, Lovers Cove will be one of the dive sites for the 33rd annual Avalon Underwater Cleanup. The traditional entry points are at Casino Point, Green Pier and Step Beach.

EVENTS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Individual tickets on sale now! BZ Jones & Thad Jones Hikes March 21 to 22: The one-day, 12-mile BZ Jones Hike is on Friday, March 21, and the two-day Thad Jones Hike is set for Friday and Saturday, March 21-22. Stay tuned for more information. Proceeds from the event fund the Catalina Island Conservancy work and programs.

MONTHLY HOT DEALS!

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Banner Logo: Kayaking Around Catalina - Some of Catalina's more intrepid water-sports enthusiasts take to the Island's near-shore waters in kayaks. Catalina Island Conservancy members can rent a double or single kayak for an hour and get another hour free. Descanco Beach Ocean Sports (310) 508-0452

Conservancy House: (310) 510-2595

Web: http://www.catalinaconservancy.org