Channel Islands National Park
Planning Your Visit to Channel Islands
Close to the California mainland, yet worlds apart, Channel Islands National Park encompasses five remarkable islands (Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel, and Santa Barbara) and their ocean environment, preserving and protecting a wealth of natural and cultural resources. Isolation over thousands of years has created unique animals, plants, and archeological resources found nowhere else on Earth and helped preserve a place where visitors can experience coastal southern California as it once was.
There are no entrance fees to visit the park. However, a reservation fee is charged for camping on the islands. The $15.00 per night-per site fee includes both the National Park Service fee that supports the operation and maintenance of the campgrounds and the reservation fee charged by the contractor that manages the National Reservation Service.
The America the Beautiful — National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass — Senior Pass is available to US citizens or permanent residents age 62 or over for $10. The pass provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity. The pass admits the pass holder and up to three additional adult passengers in a non-commercial vehicle and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder plus three adults, not to exceed four adults, at per person fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free). The pass can only be obtained in person at the park. The Senior Pass provides a 50 percent discount on some Expanded Amenity Fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launch, and specialized interpretive services. In some cases where Expanded Amenity Fees are charged, only the pass holder will be given the 50 percent price reduction. The pass is non-transferable and generally does not cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.
The America the Beautiful — National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass — Access Pass is a free lifetime pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. Documentation is required to obtain the pass. Acceptable documentation includes: statement by a licensed physician; document issued by Federal agency such as the Veteran's Administration, Social Security Disability Income or Supplemental Security Income; or document issued by a State agency such as a vocational rehabilitation agency. The pass provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity. The pass admits the pass holder and up to three additional adult passengers in a non-commercial vehicle and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder plus three adults, not to exceed four adults, at per person fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free). ). The pass can only be obtained in person at the park. The Senior Pass provides a 50 percent discount on some Expanded Amenity Fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launch, and specialized interpretive services. In some cases where Expanded Amenity Fees are charged, only the pass holder will be given the 50 percent price reduction. The pass is non-transferable and generally does not cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.
The America the Beautiful — National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass — Volunteer Pass is free for volunteers acquiring 500 service hours (hours acquired after January 1, 2007) on a cumulative basis. It provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity Fee for a year, beginning from the date of award. The pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder plus three adults, not to exceed four adults, at per person fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free). Contact the park's VIP coordinator at 505-785-3097 to learn about volunteer opportunities at Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
All National Parks Passes, Golden Eagle, Golden Eagle Hologram, Golden Access and Golden Age Passports will continue to be honored according to the provisions of the pass. Only paper Golden Age and Access Passports may be exchanged free of charge for new plastic passes.
GETTING TO CHANNEL ISLANDS
While the mainland visitor centers in Ventura and Santa Barbara are readily accessible by car or public transportation, the islands are only accessible by park concessionaire boats and planes or private boat. Advanced planning is highly recommended.
Travel by Air
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Burbank (Bob Hope) Airport
Santa Barbara Airport
Camarillo and Oxnard Airports
Travel by Train or Bus
Train:
Amtrak
Metrolink
Bus:
Greyhound
South Coast Area Transit
Camarillo Area Transit
Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District
Coastal Express
Directions
The Robert J. Lagomarsino Visitor Center at Channel Islands National Park:
1901 Spinnaker Drive
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 658-5730
The visitor center is located in the Ventura Harbor in Ventura, California. Ventura is located 70 miles north of Los Angeles and 30 miles south of Santa Barbara. Plane, train, and bus service are all available to Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. Only train, bus, and private car transportation are available from Los Angeles and Santa Barbara to Ventura.
From the 101 Freeway northbound:
Take the Victoria Avenue exit.
At the end of the freeway exit, turn left on Victoria.
Turn right onto Olivas Park Drive to Harbor Boulevard, where Olivas Park Drive runs straight into Spinnaker Drive.
The visitor center is located at the very end of Spinnaker Drive in the Ventura Harbor. Free parking is available at the beach parking lot.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=1901+spinnaker+drive+ventura+ca+9...)
From the 101 Freeway southbound:
Take the Seaward Avenue exit.
At the end of the freeway exit, turn left onto Harbor Boulevard, then proceed on Harbor to Spinnaker Drive.
Turn right onto Spinnaker Drive.
The visitor center is located at the very end of Spinnaker Drive in the Ventura Harbor. Free parking is avaliable at the beach parking lot.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=1901+spinnaker+drive+ventura+ca+9...)
Outdoor Santa Barbara Visitor Center:
113 Harbor Way 4th Floor
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
(805) 884-1475
http://outdoorsb.noaa.gov/ (http://outdoorsb.noaa.gov/)
The visitor center is located in the Santa Barbara Harbor in Santa Barbara, California. Santa Barbara is located 100 miles north of Los Angeles and 30 miles north of Ventura. Plane, train, and bus service are all available to Los Angeles and Santa Barbara.
From the 101 Freeway northbound:
Take the Castillo Street exit.
At the end of the freeway exit, turn right onto Castillo.
When Castillo ends, turn right onto Cabrillo Blvd.
Take a left at the next signal light, which is Harbor Way. City pay parking is immediately on your left or right. There are also 90 minute free parking spots in the harbor parking lot.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=113+Harbor+Way+Santa+Barbara+CA+9...)
From the 101 Freeway southbound:
Take the Bath Street exit.
Take a left at the next signal light which is Gutierrez.
Take a left at the next signal light which is Castillo Street. Follow Castillo until it comes to an end.
When Castillo ends, turn right onto Cabrillo Blvd.
Take a left at the next signal light, which is Harbor Way. City pay parking is immediately on your left or right. There are also 90 minute free parking spots in the harbor parking lot.
Click here to map your route
Island Packers:
1691 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 642-1393
www.islandpackers.com (http://www.islandpackers.com/index.html)
The main office for Island Packers is located in the Ventura Harbor. Ventura is located 70 miles north of Los Angeles and 30 miles south of Santa Barbara.
From the 101 Freeway northbound:
Take the Victoria Avenue exit.
At the end of the freeway exit, turn left on Victoria.
Turn right onto Olivas Park Drive to Harbor Boulevard, where Olivas Park Drive runs straight into Spinnaker Drive.
Turn right onto Spinnaker Drive and follow to the "Island Tours/Island Packers" sign on your right just past the Ventura Harbor Village shopping area. Turn right at our sign. Parking is free. Please do not park in the 20 minute zones.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=1691+Spinnaker+Dr+Ventura+CA+9300...)
From the 101 Freeway southbound:
Take the Seaward Avenue exit.
At the end of the freeway exit, turn left onto Harbor Boulevard, then proceed on Harbor to Spinnaker Drive.
Turn right onto Spinnaker Drive and follow to the "Island Tours/Island Packers" sign on your right just past the Ventura Harbor Village shopping area.
Turn right at our sign. Parking is free. Please do not park in the 20 minute zones.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=1691+Spinnaker+Dr+Ventura+CA+9300...)
Island Packers also has a satellite office in the Channel Islands Harbor at 3600 S. Harbor Boulevard in Oxnard, California. Oxnard is located 65 miles north of Los Angeles and 35 miles south of Santa Barbara.
From the 101 Freeway northbound:
Take the Victoria Avenue exit.
At the end of the freeway exit, turn left on Victoria and continue to Channel Islands Boulevard .
Turn right on Channel Islands Boulevard and continue over a large bridge to Harbor Boulevard .
Turn left on Harbor Boulevard and continue until you see the "Marine Emporium" sign on your left.
Turn left and park in parking lot for free. Across from the parking lot is the office. It is on the south side of the large gray building.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=3600+S+Harbor+Boulevard+Oxnard+Ca...)
From the 101 Freeway southbound:
Take the Seaward Avenue exit.
At the end of the freeway exit, turn left onto Harbor Boulevard and follow it approximately 8 miles to Channel Islands Harbor.
Stay to the right where there is a fork in the road and continue until you see the "Marine Emporium" sign on your left.
Turn left and park in parking lot for free. Across from the parking lot is the office. It is on the south side of the large gray building.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=3600+S+Harbor+Boulevard+Oxnard+Ca...)
Truth Aquatics:
301 West Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 963-3564
www.truthaquatics.com (http://www.truthaquatics.com/)
Truth Aquatics is located in the Santa Barbara Harbor in the city of Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara is located 100 miles north of Los Angeles and 30 miles north of Ventura.
From the 101 Freeway northbound:
Take the Castillo Street exit.
At the end of the freeway exit, turn right onto Castillo.
When Castillo ends, turn right onto Cabrillo Blvd.
Take a left at the next signal light, which is Harbor Way.
Turn left into the city pay parking lot and ask for directions to Truth Aquatics at Sea Landing from the attendent.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=301+West+Cabrillo+Blvd+Santa+Barb...)
From the 101 Freeway southbound:
Take the Bath Street exit.
Take a left at the next signal light which is Gutierrez.
Take a left at the next signal light which is Castillo Street. Follow Castillo until it comes to an end.
When Castillo ends, turn right onto Cabrillo Blvd.
Take a left at the next signal light, which is Harbor Way.
Turn left into the city pay parking lot and ask for directions to Truth Aquatics at Sea Landing from the attendent.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=301+West+Cabrillo+Blvd+Santa+Barb...)
Channel Islands Aviation:
305 Durley Avenue
Camarillo, CA 93010
(805) 987-1301
www.flycia.com (http://www.flycia.com/)
Channel Islands Aviation is located in the Camarillo Airport in Camarillo, California. Camarillo is located 86 miles north of Los Angeles and 14 miles south of Ventura.
From the 101 Freeway northbound:
Take the Las Posas Road exit.
At the end of the freeway exit, turn left on Las Posas.
Turn right onto Pleasant Valley Road.
Turn right onto Airport Way.
Turn left onto Durley Avenue. Turn right at our sign. Parking is free.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=305+Durley+Avenue+Camarillo+CA+93...)
From the 101 Freeway southbound:
Take the Las Posas Road exit.
At the end of the freeway exit, turn right on Las Posas.
Turn right onto Pleasant Valley Road.
Turn right onto Airport Way.
Turn left onto Durley Avenue.
Turn right at our sign. Parking is free.
Click here to map your route. (http://www.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=305+Durley+Avenue+Camarillo+CA+93...)
GETTING AROUND CHANNEL ISLANDS
The islands are only accessible by park concessionaire boats and planes or private boat. Advanced planning is highly recommended. Please visit Island Transportation (link to Island Transportation, either new page or below) for more information.
There is no transportation available on the islands. All areas must be accessed on foot or by private boat or kayak.
Accessibility Information
The mainland visitor centers are fully accessible. Due to their isolation and transportation requirements, the islands are not readily accessible for individuals in wheelchairs or those with limited mobility.
Limited wheelchair access is available on the park concessionaire boats. Please contact Island Packers (http://www.islandpackers.com/index.html) or Truth Aquatics (http://www.truthaquatics.com/) for more information.
Limited wheelchair access is also available on Santa Rosa Island via air transportation. Please call the park at (805) 658-5730 for information.
Island Transportation
While the mainland visitor centers in Ventura and Santa Barbara are readily accessible by car or public transportation, the islands are only accessible by park concessionaire boats and planes or private boat. Advanced planning is highly recommended.
There is no transportation available on the islands. All areas must be accessed on foot or by private boat or kayak.
Boat Transportation
Public boat transportation is available year-round to all five islands by the park concessionaires, Island Packers and Truth Aquatics. In addition, Island Packers offers whale watching trips while Truth Aquatics also offers scuba diving trips.
For departures out of Ventura and Channel Islands (Oxnard) Harbors contact:
Island Packers:
1691 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 642-1393
www.islandpackers.com (www.islandpackers.com)
Click here (link to Plan Your Visit > Directions page) for driving directions to Island Packers.
For departures out of Santa Barbara Harbor contact:
Truth Aquatics at Sea Landing:
301 West Cabrillo Blvd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 963-3564
www.truthaquatics.com (www.truthaquatics.com)
Click here (link to Plan Your Visit > Directions) for driving directions to Truth Aquatics at Sea Landing.
Private boaters may land on all five islands within the park throughout the year. More… (link to Boating page)
Airplane Transportation
Public airplane transportation is available year-round to Santa Rosa Island by park concessionaire Channel Islands Aviation. Flights depart from Camarillo airport. For departures contact:
Channel Islands Aviation:
305 Durley Avenue
Camarillo, CA93010
(805) 987-1301
Click here (link to Plan Your Visit > Directions) for driving directions to Channel Islands Aviation.
Private aircraft may not land within park boundaries. All aircraft must maintain a minimum 1000-foot altitude above land and sea surfaces within the park. More… (link to Park Regulations and Safety)
Weather
Channel Islands National Park has a Mediterranean-type climate. This climate type is characterized by cool, wet winters with average annual rainfall of 8-40" and hot, dry summers. These climate regions occur in only five locations throughout the world including parts of California, along the Mediterranean Sea, central Chile, parts of southwestern Western and South Australia, and the southwestern Cape region of South Africa.
On the Channel Islands the climate is moderated by the marine influence with the result that summers are milder, there is generally higher humidity, and there is more frequent nocturnal fog compared to the mainland. In the Köppen system of climate classification this is a cool Mediterranean climate (Csb) or a Mediterranean Dry Summer Subtropical climate type, with a cool summer regime.
There are currently five Remote Automated Weather Stations (RAWS) stations at Channel Islands National Park. Current and historic data from these stations are available at the Western Regional Climate Center (WRCC) website (http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/channel_isl/). Historic data from San Miguel Island are also located at the WRCC website.
Unfortunately data collected from these stations has been irregular so that the historic weather analysis provided below is derived from other published records of Channel Islands climate data.
LODGING
There are no accommodations on the islands. Primitive camping is available on every island. Please visit Camping (link to Camping page) for more information.
For accommodations in Ventura, Oxnard, and Santa Barbara contact:
Ventura Visitor and Convention Bureau (http://www.ventura-usa.com/)
Oxnard Visitor and Convention Bureau (http://www.oxnardtourism.com/)
Santa Barbara Visitor and Convention Bureau (http://www.santabarbaraca.com/)
Channel Islands In Depth
News from the Parks
75th Anniversary of the Civilian Conservation Corps
August 29, 2008 - 1:49pm
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), designed by Franklin D. Roosevelt as part of the New Deal to provide relief from the Great Depression. The CCC employed over two million young men to work in America’s parks and forests, creating and renovating roads, trails, campsites, social halls, amphitheaters and visitor centers. The program provided work in a time of great instability, but more importantly it offered disheartened Americans the chance to improve the nation's future, while strengthening their dignity and hope. They were making history by providing easier access to the treasures of the national park system. Nicknamed "Roosevelt's Tree Army," the CCC was operated through the cooperative efforts of four departments. The Department of Labor oversaw the selection of enrollees, the Army ran the camps, and the Interior and Agriculture departments provided work projects. Initially, unmarried men, between the ages of 18 and 25 and from families on relief, could apply. They enlisted for six months, with an option to reenlist for up to two years. The "CCC boys" worked for $30 a month, $25 of which was sent to their families. Eventually, "Local Experienced Men" (LEMs) and World War I veterans could enroll. Although a few work camps were established for women, most CCC enrollees were men. Nationwide, the CCC operated 4,500 camps! The CCC advanced natural resource conservation by decades, and provided education, training and experience for a generation of young men and women. Since then, millions of visitors to the national park system have enjoyed the work of the CCCs! Parks nationwide are commemorating the inspiring government leaders and hardworking young men that made up the Civilian Conservation Corps, and its contributions to parks across the country! Happy Birthday Civilian Conservation Corps!
August 29, 2008 - 1:49pm
This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), designed by Franklin D. Roosevelt as part of the New Deal to provide relief from the Great Depression. The CCC employed over two million young men to work in America’s parks and forests, creating and renovating roads, trails, campsites, social halls, amphitheaters and visitor centers. The program provided work in a time of great instability, but more importantly it offered disheartened Americans the chance to improve the nation's future, while strengthening their dignity and hope. They were making history by providing easier access to the treasures of the national park system. Nicknamed "Roosevelt's Tree Army," the CCC was operated through the cooperative efforts of four departments. The Department of Labor oversaw the selection of enrollees, the Army ran the camps, and the Interior and Agriculture departments provided work projects. Initially, unmarried men, between the ages of 18 and 25 and from families on relief, could apply. They enlisted for six months, with an option to reenlist for up to two years. The "CCC boys" worked for $30 a month, $25 of which was sent to their families. Eventually, "Local Experienced Men" (LEMs) and World War I veterans could enroll. Although a few work camps were established for women, most CCC enrollees were men. Nationwide, the CCC operated 4,500 camps! The CCC advanced natural resource conservation by decades, and provided education, training and experience for a generation of young men and women. Since then, millions of visitors to the national park system have enjoyed the work of the CCCs! Parks nationwide are commemorating the inspiring government leaders and hardworking young men that made up the Civilian Conservation Corps, and its contributions to parks across the country! Happy Birthday Civilian Conservation Corps!
September Featured Species: Zebra Mussels
August 29, 2008 - 12:53pm
Mussels are a key part of our aquatic ecosystems. They’re filter feeders, meaning they filter the water as they eat the debris that floats in it. They also serve as a food source for birds and small animals as well as fish … and humans. Usually there’s not much more to say about this animal, but one particular species has made a journey that highlights not only its hardiness but also the vulnerable balance of native ecosystems. Zebra mussels are small, freshwater mollusk species named for the stripes that commonly line the outside of their shells. Their sizes and shapes range can vary – oblong to almost circular, measuring anywhere from the size of a fingernail to two inches long – so it can be tricky to identify at first. The species is native to the lakes of Southern Russia but has been introduced, and has since caused quite a stir, in North America, the British Isles, Spain and Sweden. In these places the species has overgrown, and while it filters the water and provides food for bottom feeders in waterways, it’s more of an unchecked pest than anything. Zebra mussels are prolific. An adult female can produce between 30,000 and a million eggs in a year, which are fertilized during spring spawning sessions. What’s more, there are too few predators to keep the species in check. Having so many mussels around may not seem like a big problem on its face, but it has proven to be quite costly not only to the other members of its ‘host’ ecosystem but to humans as well. Many native lakes in North American have seen their native mussel populations drop due to the invasion of the zebra. It tends to latch onto the hardest substrates in the watery environment. In silty sands, these objects are the native mussels themselves, which are then often killed by the attachment of the zebra. The US coastguard estimates the cost of economic losses and control measures around the zebra to be worth about 5 billion dollars each year! These are hearty creatures that can survive out of water for several days or weeks if the temperature and humidity allow for it. Since 1988 they’ve have reproduced and weathered their way to richly populate all of the great lakes and begin a sprawl into the major rivers in the US. Scientists predict that the zebra mussel will continue to spread its population range by riding along the bottoms of small vessels and tourist ships. Zebra mussels can disrupt the food chain in freshwater ecosystems, ruin facilities like docks and rams, clog pipelines and engines and litter beaches with their smelly shells. But you can help to stop this trend of their growth in the US. Before launching your boat, you can check it thoroughly. Remove all mud, plant and animal debris from the boat, trailer and other equipment to enter the water. When you’re out of the water, drain the boat, motor and live well so that it can dry out – the boat needs to be completely dry for at least five days before entering another body of water. Doing your part will help protect freshwater ecosystems around the US and in our national parks, as well as reduce the dollars spent to reduce the damage caused by this prolific species.
August 29, 2008 - 12:53pm
Mussels are a key part of our aquatic ecosystems. They’re filter feeders, meaning they filter the water as they eat the debris that floats in it. They also serve as a food source for birds and small animals as well as fish … and humans. Usually there’s not much more to say about this animal, but one particular species has made a journey that highlights not only its hardiness but also the vulnerable balance of native ecosystems. Zebra mussels are small, freshwater mollusk species named for the stripes that commonly line the outside of their shells. Their sizes and shapes range can vary – oblong to almost circular, measuring anywhere from the size of a fingernail to two inches long – so it can be tricky to identify at first. The species is native to the lakes of Southern Russia but has been introduced, and has since caused quite a stir, in North America, the British Isles, Spain and Sweden. In these places the species has overgrown, and while it filters the water and provides food for bottom feeders in waterways, it’s more of an unchecked pest than anything. Zebra mussels are prolific. An adult female can produce between 30,000 and a million eggs in a year, which are fertilized during spring spawning sessions. What’s more, there are too few predators to keep the species in check. Having so many mussels around may not seem like a big problem on its face, but it has proven to be quite costly not only to the other members of its ‘host’ ecosystem but to humans as well. Many native lakes in North American have seen their native mussel populations drop due to the invasion of the zebra. It tends to latch onto the hardest substrates in the watery environment. In silty sands, these objects are the native mussels themselves, which are then often killed by the attachment of the zebra. The US coastguard estimates the cost of economic losses and control measures around the zebra to be worth about 5 billion dollars each year! These are hearty creatures that can survive out of water for several days or weeks if the temperature and humidity allow for it. Since 1988 they’ve have reproduced and weathered their way to richly populate all of the great lakes and begin a sprawl into the major rivers in the US. Scientists predict that the zebra mussel will continue to spread its population range by riding along the bottoms of small vessels and tourist ships. Zebra mussels can disrupt the food chain in freshwater ecosystems, ruin facilities like docks and rams, clog pipelines and engines and litter beaches with their smelly shells. But you can help to stop this trend of their growth in the US. Before launching your boat, you can check it thoroughly. Remove all mud, plant and animal debris from the boat, trailer and other equipment to enter the water. When you’re out of the water, drain the boat, motor and live well so that it can dry out – the boat needs to be completely dry for at least five days before entering another body of water. Doing your part will help protect freshwater ecosystems around the US and in our national parks, as well as reduce the dollars spent to reduce the damage caused by this prolific species.
15th Annual National Public Lands Day
August 29, 2008 - 12:18pm
Don’t miss this great opportunity to join more than 100,000 volunteers in the country’s single largest hands-on volunteer effort for America’s public lands. In addition to celebrating the natural beauty of our parks, trails, lakes and seashores, you’ll have a chance to get involved in your community by helping with a variety of volunteer projects, including building trails and bridges, planting trees and plants, and removing trash and invasive plants. American Park Network is proud to announce that our long-standing partner, and supporter of parks, AVEENO®, is now the national sponsor of National Public Lands Day. If you decide to volunteer, be sure to add a camera to the list of gear you’ll need on NPLD! Everyone is encouraged to participate in the Ninth Annual National Public Lands Day Photo Contest, which is open to all NPLD volunteers! The contest will showcase the natural beauty of our country's public lands and give volunteers the chance to win great prizes from AVEENO®. The contest has two categories. The first is “Volunteers in Action,” highlighting the great work taking place on NPLD and all of the people who make the day a success. The second category, “Transformative Change,” will enable volunteers who care so much about our public places to show the nation the impact they’ve made during NPLD. In addition to great AVEENO® gifts for the contest winners, there will be a $500 donation made to the sites affiliated with the top five photos in the “Transformative Change” category in support of their commitment to transformation!
August 29, 2008 - 12:18pm
Don’t miss this great opportunity to join more than 100,000 volunteers in the country’s single largest hands-on volunteer effort for America’s public lands. In addition to celebrating the natural beauty of our parks, trails, lakes and seashores, you’ll have a chance to get involved in your community by helping with a variety of volunteer projects, including building trails and bridges, planting trees and plants, and removing trash and invasive plants. American Park Network is proud to announce that our long-standing partner, and supporter of parks, AVEENO®, is now the national sponsor of National Public Lands Day. If you decide to volunteer, be sure to add a camera to the list of gear you’ll need on NPLD! Everyone is encouraged to participate in the Ninth Annual National Public Lands Day Photo Contest, which is open to all NPLD volunteers! The contest will showcase the natural beauty of our country's public lands and give volunteers the chance to win great prizes from AVEENO®. The contest has two categories. The first is “Volunteers in Action,” highlighting the great work taking place on NPLD and all of the people who make the day a success. The second category, “Transformative Change,” will enable volunteers who care so much about our public places to show the nation the impact they’ve made during NPLD. In addition to great AVEENO® gifts for the contest winners, there will be a $500 donation made to the sites affiliated with the top five photos in the “Transformative Change” category in support of their commitment to transformation!
Kautz Creek: Nature's Power Is Evident
August 28, 2008 - 5:06pm
I used to know exactly how many switchbacks it took to get to Indian Henry's Hunting Ground from Kautz Creek. I have forgotten the number, but there are many. I did remember most of the trail was in the forest, an advantage on a hot day.
August 28, 2008 - 5:06pm
I used to know exactly how many switchbacks it took to get to Indian Henry's Hunting Ground from Kautz Creek. I have forgotten the number, but there are many. I did remember most of the trail was in the forest, an advantage on a hot day.
Popular N.C. Beach Reopened for Vehicles
August 28, 2008 - 4:58pm
A popular beach on North Carolina's Outer Banks that has been closed to off-road vehicles has been reopened by the National Park Service in time for Labor Day weekend visitors.' The Cape Hatteras National Seashore said Thursday the area known as Bodie Island Spit is open to give fishermen access to Oregon Inlet.
August 28, 2008 - 4:58pm
A popular beach on North Carolina's Outer Banks that has been closed to off-road vehicles has been reopened by the National Park Service in time for Labor Day weekend visitors.' The Cape Hatteras National Seashore said Thursday the area known as Bodie Island Spit is open to give fishermen access to Oregon Inlet.
