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Group of young lifeguards running into the water with rescue paddles at Channel Islands Harbor.

Registration Open for 2026 Ventura County Jr. Lifeguard Program

Summer is almost here, and what better way for kids to spend their days than by having fun in the sun at Silver Strand Beach, learning life-saving skills, and getting…

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Construction site at Channel Islands Harbor with heavy machinery and ongoing development.

April 2026 Director’s Message

Spring has arrived at Channel Islands Harbor, bringing with it renewed energy, important progress, and the start of another exciting season along our waterfront. Parking Lot Improvement Project Underway I’m…

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arial view of kayakers in harbor

The Ultimate Guide to Launching Your Kayak or Paddleboard at Channel Islands Harbor

If you’re gearing up for a day of adventure on the water at Channel Islands Harbor, you’re in luck! This beautiful harbor offers convenient public launch ramps and docks that…

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An aerial view of the Channel Islands Harbor parking lot with cars and surrounding greenery.

Ventura County Board of Supervisors Approves Improvements to Channel Islands Harbor Parking Lots

The Ventura County Board of Supervisors approved a project at its March 3, 2026 meeting to rehabilitate several of the most used public parking lots along Harbor Boulevard at Channel…

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March 2026 Director’s Message

Spring brings exciting activity to our coast, and one of nature’s most incredible spectacles is happening right off our shoreline. Whale watching season is in full effect, as gray whales…

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Art Comes Alive Returns – Two Days, Two Totally Different Experiences

Art Comes Alive is back at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum, bringing history, art, and imagination to life over two unique days of immersive experiences on March 14-15, 2026. Whether…

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