Exclusive Member Opportunities

Becoming a Conservancy member provides opportunities to engage with fellow Island supporters while exploring Catalina! The membership team is excited to introduce new events each year that allow members access unique locations on the Island while learning about the Conservancy’s commitment to conservation, education and recreation. Check out a few of our new and ongoing member events.

Marineros Member Event

Thad and BZ Jones Hike

March 17 & 18

Join the Catalina Marineros for two great hikes in March honoring Thad and Graham “BZ” Jones, brothers who were world-class sailors and dedicated Conservancy supporters. The cross-Catalina BZ Jones hike provides beautiful views of Catalina and a chance to connect with fellow sailors. We are excited for the return of the Thad Jones Hike for the first time since 2018 due to pandemic cancellations. This exclusive, two-day Trans-Catalina Hike begins at Emerald Bay and stretches the distance of the Island, with a stop at Little Harbor for a BBQ and overnight camping. Both hikes meet up for a boat ride back to Avalon where a celebratory dinner awaits!

Membership Event

Stroll & Sketch with Plein Air Artist John Cosby

May 6

Shark Harbor

Learn to sketch the beauty of Catalina Island with plein air artist, John Cosby. This event will include a three-hour demo, sketch time and lunch. Participants will receive 3”x5” sketch books and a compact kit with grey value markers – these tools work even if it’s a cloudy day! We will set up in a remote cove to stroll and sketch, learning to use different values to recognize patterns in the scene. Later, John will discuss how to expand these sketches into paintings, demonstrating with a work of art he creates on site.

Marineros Fall Event

Whites Landing Boat-In Exploration

Date Coming Soon!

Marineros members are invited to a boat-in exploration of Whites Landing to enjoy the cove courtesy of Balboa Yacht Club. A hike will guide guests to the Whites Restoration Area to meet with the Conservancy’s conservation team. While there, visitors will learn more about native and endemic plants on Catalina Island during a walk down Trask’s Trail. Members will be greeted with lunch by the shore upon return from the hike.

Become a Conservancy member for more event opportunities and ways to get involved. For information on membership, visit CatalinaConservancy.org/membership

*Marineros events are open to all members, but Marineros get first access and exclusive discounts