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Channel Islands National Park
4th Grade Programs
 

Island of the Blue Dolphins
From abalone shells to sea otter pelts, examine authentic items as you talk with Karana/Juanamaria, the main character of this beloved, award-winning book.

Mystery of the Pygmy Mammoth
Learn about the discovery of this animal’s skeleton on Santa Rosa Island. Find out the excavation and preservation methods used by paleontologists.

 

Reservations
Reservations are required for these programs. They should be made well in advance, especially for spring programs. For program reservations or additional information contact the park's Education Coordinator by phone at (805) 658-5735, by email at Education Coordinator.

Fees
There is no charge for programs. However, donations are accepted in the education program donation box in the park visitor center. Or checks made out to “National Park Service” may be mailed to:

Education Coordinator
Channel Islands National Park
1901 Spinnaker Drive
Ventura, CA 93001

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Multimedia
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Did You Know?
Island foxes are the smallest North American canids and occur only on the Channel Islands. The average weight for an adult male is 5-6 pounds, about the size of a house cat.

Last Updated: August 10, 2006 at 12:41 EST