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Catalina Island Day Trip
Southern California Coast, July 23, 2005

The crew of the USS Athena take a trip to Catalina Island where we cruise over the Pacific in the catamaran, the Catalina Flyer, and explore the village of Avalon. 


 

Me on the top deck of the Catlina Flyer.

  

Marya takes her turn.

 

Next are Gene and Juanita.

  

Nathan and commando hat.

 

Group: Gene, Juanita, Marya, Mandy & Brian. Newport Beach behind us.

  

A seal in the harbor coming up for air near the catamaran.

 

The beautiful view from the top deck before we start our journey.

  

On the island!  We immediately jump on the bus for our tour of Avalon.


  

Juanita and Gene sit back to enjoy the sedate ride up into the nearby hills.

  

Panoramic view of Avalon Harbor and the Pacific Ocean.


  

Avalon Harbor from outside the Wrigley Mansion in the hills.

  

Done with our bus tour, we hop off and walk into town.


  

Avalon Beach, small and filled with kids.

  

Main avenue through the front of Avalon.


  

Juanita and Gene.

  

Our glass bottom boat ride with lots of fish!


  

Some military vessel cruises by Catalina.

  

The beautiful mosaic fountain.


  

Eagle nest displayed to heighten awareness of conservation efforts.

  

Avalon casino and theater on the walk to the far end of the cove.


  

Group shot on the Via Casino (aka Casino Road)!

  

One of the gorgeous Art Deco murals at the Avalon Casino.
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