Management Proper management of the Santa Cruz Island's biological and historical treasures requires the use of careful stewardship practices based on sound scientific research. The Conservancy's Santa Cruz Island Preserve Management Plan calls for continued emphasis upon research and assessment of various plant and animal species and communities, geological formations, and archaeological sites. In cooperation with Dr. Carey Stanton and the existing University of California Natural Land and Water Reserve Research facilities, a program of directed research and restoration continues. Educational programs specifically related to Santa Cruz Island will continue both on and off the island. A film and slide program are available for use by interested groups, and lectures by project staff may be arranged. Although limited public use of Santa Cruz Island will be encouraged, the island's biotic communities are extremely fragile, and intensive recreational development and use would be disastrous. A Public Use Plan provides for those uses which (1) do not threaten the island's natural resources, and (2) serve to emphasize the island's biological and historical importance. Access Due to its isolation from the mainland, consequent costs of transportation, and fragility of certain portions of the island, access to Santa Cruz Island is strictly limited. Yachtsmen may obtain landing permits by writing the Santa Cruz Island Company at 515 South Flower Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071. These permits allow daytime landing and list strict rules governing activity on the island. There are no established trails, camping facilities, or services of any kind on Santa Cruz Island. A limited number of naturalist-led day-trips to Pelican Bay are scheduled each year. Groups representing educational, research, and non-profit organizations are eligible to request reservations. Inquiries regarding these periodic trips may be made by contacting the Santa Cruz Island Project Office in Santa Barbara. Funding The Nature Conservancy's Santa Cruz Island Project began with a gift of land and the acquisition from the Santa Cruz Island Company of 54,500 acres at a cost of $2.6 million. A major corporate gift provided a large sum to begin the drive for funds, and then individuals, foundations, and corporations participated in the massive effort to raise additional money for the acquisition. A second fund-raising drive resulted in the establishment of a preserve fund which has been instrumental in providing for Nature Conservancy stewardship of Santa Cruz Island. Continuous financial support is necessary to ensure permanent protection of this important land-form. Your contribution to the Santa Cruz Island Project will help provide for continued research, educational programs, and general island stewardship. The Nature Conservancy A private, non-profit membership organization, the Conservancy was incorporated in 1951 in the District of Columbia for scientific and educational purposes. Since its inception the Conservancy has preserved over 2 million acres – including forests, swamps, streams, prairies, deserts, marshes, and mountains – throughout the United States, Canada, and Latin America. It has focused significant efforts upon the protection of islands and island groups, including preservation of Virginia and North Carolina Barrier Islands, Maine coastal islands, and the San Juan Islands in Washington State. Join The Nature Conservancy Your contribution of $10 or more to the Santa Cruz Island Project entitles you to all regular member benefits of The Nature Conservancy including a quarterly newsletter on the Santa Cruz Island Project and access to over 30 preserves in California. Enclosed is my special contribution of $_______ for The Santa Cruz Island Project. Name ________________ Address ____________ Phone ___________ Please send this form with your tax deductible check payable to The Nature Conservancy / Santa Cruz Island Project, 213 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.