Posts by JedChernabaeff
Whale Watching Off Ventura County Coast Earns Worldclass Designation
Whale watching off the Ventura County coast in the Santa Barbara Channel has earned a worldclass designation. Thanks to the work of a group of local whale enthusiasts, the Santa Barbara Channel has recently achieved a prestigious milestone by being designated as the 9th Whale Heritage Area in the world. Here are the nine designated…
Read MoreDeveloper Seeks Feedback on Fisherman’s Wharf Concept
(1/23/2024) Editor’s Note: All workshops have concluded. If you would like to communicate with the developer’s representative, please email at Axel Stelter at stelter@karls.de A developer will host a series of workshops in January 2024 to seek community feedback on an updated draft concept to revitalize Fisherman’s Wharf at the Channel Islands Harbor. Robert Dahl,…
Read MoreJanuary 2024 Director’s Message
As we dive into the promising waters of 2024, I am honored and excited to extend my heartfelt greetings to each one of you. The Channel Islands Harbor has always been a vibrant hub of maritime activity, community spirit, and natural beauty, and I’m thrilled to continue leading the Ventura County Harbor Department during this…
Read More57th Annual Parade of Lights Winners Announced
More than 50 vessels took to the water at the 57th Annual Parade of Lights but only one took home the Sweepstakes prize, an award that goes to the entry with the highest overall score at the parade. This year’s theme was Santa’s Workshop and the winning vessel, entered by Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club, didn’t…
Read MoreDecember 2023 Director’s Message
As we approach the end of the year, I wanted to take a moment to share some updates on our ongoing projects that will enhance and refurbish our beautiful Channel Islands Harbor. Hyatt Hotel on the Harbor Peninsula The process to begin the construction of a new Hyatt House Hotel is continuing to move forward.…
Read MoreWhere to Watch the 57th Annual Parade of Lights
PARADE OF LIGHTS WEATHER UPDATE (12/9/2023, 10:20 a.m.): We have been monitoring the weather forecast and it appears as if the strong winds will diminish in the late afternoon and will not be significant enough to cancel the 7 p.m. event. We will continue to monitor the winds and keep you updated. Residents and visitors…
Read MoreBoater Registration is Open for 57th Annual Parade of Lights
Registration is open for boaters interested in participating in the Channel Islands Harbor’s 57th Annual Parade of Lights. “Santa’s Workshop Creates a Spark of Love” will be the title for this year’s parade. The title of the parade is meant to pay tribute to the “Spark of Love Toy Drive,” which provided toys to more…
Read MoreNovember 2023 Director’s Message
Connecting people with the Channel Islands Harbor through community events is one of my favorite priorities. Harbor events promote a sense of pride and unity and serve as the foundation for building a resilient and vibrant community. There was no shortage of pride and unity at the Harbor at the 2nd Annual Parade of Frights.…
Read MoreParade of Lights and Channel Islands Harbor Food & Toy Drive Unite for Spectacular Holiday Extravaganza
The 57th Annual Parade of Lights is joining forces with the 4th Annual Channel Islands Harbor Food & Toy Drive to create a festive spectacle like never before. On Saturday, December 9th, the enchanting lights of the parade will twinkle alongside the warmth of holiday giving, making it a day to remember for the entire…
Read More57th Annual Parade of Lights to Honor Spark of Love Toy Drive
“Santa’s Workshop Creates a Spark of Love” will be the title of the 57th Annual Parade of Lights at the Channel Islands Harbor. Boater’s are encouraged to decorate their entries with a “Santa’s Workshop” theme. Ventura County Harbor Department Director Michael Tripp said the theme of the Parade of Lights is meant to pay tribute…
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