Sleepaway Camp on Catalina Island | Catalina Island Camps

Our summer camp is closed for summer 2020. We are open for limited cabin rentals – please visit Howlands Family Cabin Rentalsfor more information.

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Unplug • Connect • Discover

Catalina Island Camps develops life-long skills through fun and unique outdoor experiences in a community that cultivates respect for self, others and the environment. At CIC, our programs are built around our mission and the unique marine and land environments of Howlands Landing.

Summer Camp

We are a one and two-week co-ed sleepaway camp for children and teens 1st through 10th grade.

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Camper Leadership Programs

Programs for high school juniors and seniors to develop personal and group leadership skills

Jean-Michel Cousteau Family Camp

A camp adventure with Jean-Michel and his team from Ocean Futures Society

School Year Program

An experiential education program for school groups from 4th to 12th grade

Our Location

Howlands Landing is located at the west end of Santa Catalina Island, 22 miles west of Los Angeles, California.

Howlands Landing

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We’re proud to be family operated since 1995 by Tom and Maria Horner, which allows us to create a strong community here on the island.

Tom and Maria Horner, owners of Catalina Island Camps

Tom & Maria Horner Executive Directors

Sarah Blunt Summer Program Director

Zach Cianci Summer Program Director

Kevin Killgore, Summer Program director

Kevin Killgore Summer Program Director

Mara Lague, Administrative Director

Mara Lague Administrative Director

Tom and Holly Kern Camp site managers

Amelia Nadilo, CELP Director

Amelia Nadilo CELP Director

Rick Benfield, Chief Financial Officer

Rick Benfield Chief Financial Officer

Louise Carnvale, CIC Bookkeeper

Louise Carnvale Bookkeeper

Becky Morrow, Human Resource Manager

Becky Morrow Human Resource Manager

News & Blog

News & Blog

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How Summer Camp Helps with Social Development

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Why Kids Love Stand Up Paddleboarding

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5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Sending Your Kids to Sleepaway Camp

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What Do Kids Learn about Friendship at Camp?

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How Do I Know If My Child Is Ready for Sleepaway Camp?

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How Does Summer Camp Encourage Outdoor Adventure?

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The Benefits Of Coloring

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Why Catalina is the Perfect Location for Snorkeling

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Howlands at Home

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Exciting Summer Camp Activities for Kids of All Ages

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Important Tips To Prepare Your Child For Sleepaway Camp

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Great Questions For Dinner Table Conversations

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Summer Camp Makes Kids Capable and Independent

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How To Find The Best Sleepaway Camp For Your Child

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3 Reasons Kids Thank You for Summer Camp

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Taking the First Step

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Take a Tour of Catalina Island Camps: A Summer Camp in California

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Do You Speak Overnight Summer Camp?

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10 Essential Items for Summer Camp by the Ocean

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5 Reasons Kids Thank You for Summer Camp on Catalina Island

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10 Amazing Ways Kids Benefit from Summer Camp by the Ocean

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Surprise! Overnight Summer Camp is Good for Parents Too!

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I Heart Camp Day

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The Power of Summer Camp

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From Camp to IKOS!

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UNPLUG, CONNECT, DISCOVER

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What campers tell each other about the camp experience

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Summer Camp: Can it make kids more responsible?

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Your Child’s First Sleep Away Camp?

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Summer Camp Makes Kids Resilient

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