A Worthwhile 5-Day Trip in Avalon, California: A volunteering journey

• Day 1: Catalina Island Conservancy
  About Catalina Island Conservancy: A beautiful 42,000-acre preserve with gorgeous wildlife. Join the cleaning crew and maintain the ecology.
• Day 2: Santa Catalina Island Marine Protected Area
  About Santa Catalina Island Marine Protected Area: With about 95% of the marine reserve, it can provide a breathtaking snorkeling experience. Help with collecting data on the protected species in the area.
• Day 3: Catalina Island Medical Center
  About Catalina Island Medical Center: This small town hospital serves the population of Catalina Island. Volunteer to help with non-medical admin jobs or find online pamphlets to help bring awareness to the Hospital's needs.
• Day 4: Catalina Island Humane Society and Shelter
  About Catalina Island Humane Society and Shelter: It is an animal shelter on the island. Join volunteer groups who are taking care of the animals, or clean the premises.
• Day 5: Catalina Island Foundation
  About Catalina Island Foundation: This nonprofit organization focuses on island education, arts, and cultural experiences. Support their work by volunteering in organizational tasks, event to support local residents.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Catalina Island Conservancy (4 hrs, Free)
• Santa Catalina Island Marine Protected Area (5 hrs, $60 for reservation fee)
• Catalina Island Medical Center (3 hrs, Free)
• Catalina Island Humane Society and Shelter (3.5 hrs, Free)
• Catalina Island Foundation (2 hrs, Free)

Total Estimated Costs: $60

Transportation

It is desirable to take a flight to Los Angeles International (LAX) Airport, 22 miles away from Avalon. You can then take a ferry ride from Long Beach to Avalon, which takes 1 hour and costs around $75 roundtrip. Walking is the recommended method of getting around Avalon.

Useful Tips

If you like spending more time on the beach, Allocate day 4 for a visit to Descanso beach club, take a helicopter tour of the island, visit the Catalina Island museum, or do some shopping. Or that town is just perfect for wandering around with an ice cream cone.

Airports

Avalon doesn’t have an airport, so it’s best to fly to Los Angeles International (LAX) Airport, which is 22 miles away from Avalon.