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rolls, turnovers with apple or cherry, bagels, croissants, coffee, soda, juice, water and bags of ice. Drinks range from $3 for water to $6.25 for a Starbucks double shot; the breakfast burrito runs $7.75, while the cinnamon roll is $5.50 and turnover costs $4.25. Boaters who do not want to take a skiff or shoreboat to grab a morning bite on land would certainly find the breakfast boat attractive. Once an order is placed or called-in on Ch. 6 the breakfast boat comes up to the ves- sel. One person will hand over the food while another employee runs a credit card payment on his or her iPad. Sims said it is not uncommon for some boaters to leave large tips. He hopes to expand the service to a year-round operation. For now boaters can take advantage of the breakfast boat during the week and on select weekends. Call 310-510-2447 for more information or just hail the breakfast boat on Ch. 6.
It’s what’s on the inside that Counts There is more to Catalina Island
than Avalon Harbor and a few restau- rants. The island’s interior has much to offer for fans of the outdoors or any- one who enjoys a good adventure. Thrill seekers can test their adrenaline on the zip-line ride on the edge of town. Hikers and cyclists can enjoy one of several meandering trails lining the island’s rugged terrain. A few gems to visit in the interior include Airport in the Sky, Eagles Nest Lodge and one of a handful of camp- grounds ideal to setup a tent and evening fire. Some boaters and visitors
The semi-submersible Nautilus (top left) provides an opportunity to view the fauna and underwater wildlife of Avalon Harbor, which includes a large population of Garibaldi (center). Jeep tours, hosted by the Catalina Conservancy, are available to enjoy the island’s interior, which is populated by foxes (top right) and more than 10 dozen bison (bottom right). The Wrigley Memorial (bottom left) features unique architecture and offers visitors a glimpse of Catalina his- tory.
The “T” word might be cringe-wor- thy to any who visits Avalon or Catalina with any frequency, but being a tourist on the island can be fun. Boaters might already know about
might prefer to tour the interior aboard Catalina Conservancy’s Jeep Eco-Tour, which starts at 125 Clarissa in town and works its way inland for two- or three-hour tours. Others might find adventure in biking or hiking the island’s trails, which feature dirt, slurry or undeveloped roads and slopes at 10 percent grade or more. Of course, beware of bison, foxes,
rattlesnakes or other wildlife when navigating the interior. The interior is also a “faster” way to get to the many quite beaches and points on the other side of the island. Little Harbor and Ben Weston Beach are great destina- tions for anyone who wants to enjoy a serene ocean atmosphere away from Avalon or Two Harbors. Being a Tourist Isn’t All that Bad
the Wrigley Mansion in Avalon, Banning House at Two Harbors, Casino and Catalina Island Museum by the harbor, the Green Pleasure Pier jutting out into the water just beyond the boardwalk or moorings at Descanso Beach. However, boaters traveling to
Catalina with family or friends could certainly enjoy a few moments chasing flying fish or observing the Garibaldi, California’s official state saltwater fish, in its natural habitat. Afishinado Charter regularly offers a 90-minute boat ride along the Catalina coast to watch flying fish shoot out of the water. Capt. John King helms Catallac, an 83-foot catamaran, from Green Pleasure Pier to Goat Harbor. The flying fish start to dart out of the water as Catallac approaches Whites
Landing. The flying fish tour is a great experience for families. Another family fun experience is the 45-minute ride aboard Nautilus, the semi-submersible submarine equipped with several windows pro- viding views Catalina’s fauna and underwater life. Several fish species can be viewed up close and personal during the trip, including Garibaldi and trout. Boaters who set foot on land can take in the Catalina Island Museum. The museum is currently operating out of the Casino but a newer, larger venue on Metropole Avenue is scheduled to open later this year. The new venue will feature more exhibitions than the current museum as well as an amphitheater and outdoor courtyard. There are plenty more activities for boaters (and anglers) who visit Catalina Island. Stay tuned to The Log for intermittent features on boater- friendly amenities offered in Avalon and on the island.
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