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Stowaway raccoons are still a concern for Catalina Island

CATALINA ISLAND ― Inspecting a boat for stowaways before cruising to Catalina Island is more important than one might think. Onboard one’s vessel could be an uninvited passenger – a

Trailhead Visitor Center Rendering courtesy Catalina Island Conservancy
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New visitor center on Catalina Island expected to open next summer

AVALON ― The Catalina Island Conservancy anticipates the opening of the Trailhead Visitor Center next summer after having its groundbreaking last summer. The Catalina Island Conservancy’s Trailhead Visitor Center will

Catalina Island Action Flyboarding
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Flyboarding takes off in Catalina Island

AVALON ― A new seasonal water activity – flyboarding – is literally taking off in Catalina Island. This summer is the first full season of the hydroflying sport on the

Catalina Island Vons Avalon
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Avalon remains in the dark on plans for new Vons

AVALON ― The area designated for a new Vons in Avalon continues to remain an empty lot. City officials wonder when construction will begin on a planned market expansion for

Trailhead Catalina Island
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Trailhead Visitor’s Center set to open in summer 2018

CATALINA ISLAND — Outdoor enthusiasts visiting Catalina Island will soon have a new venue to visit, as the Catalina Island Conservancy will open its Trailhead visitor’s center in 2018. The