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Visitor Guide Spring/Summer 2016

Photo By Bill Griswold

Meet Cabrillo’s New Superintendent! The National Park Service has Joshua Tree National Park’s chief park.” selected Andrea Compton to of resources management, where be the next superintendent of she oversaw natural and cultural Prior to joining the National Park Cabrillo National Monument in resources in Joshua Tree’s Mojave Service, Compton worked at Mesa . and Sonoran desert ecosystems. College where she taught general biology, and at San Diego State “Andrea’s proven leadership in “Cabrillo represents a beautiful University where she worked with park management and experience blend of natural environments the Field Stations Program. Her with the partners, communities, on land and in the water, which business experience includes and cultural heritage of San Diego together with its rich stories and work with an environmental makes her the ideal leader to take artifacts represent a part of San consulting firm in , Cabrillo National Monument into Diego’s amazing history,” said . She holds a master’s the National Park Service’s second Compton. “I am delighted and degree in fishery and wildlife century,” said Martha Lee, Pacific honored to have been selected biology from West Region Deputy regional for this position. I look forward to State University and a bachelor’s director. rejoining the wonderful staff, degree in animal ecology from volunteers, Cabrillo National Iowa State University. Compton is returning to Cabrillo Monument Conservancy and National Monument, where she Cabrillo National Monument Welcome aboard, Superintendent began her National Park Service Foundation associates, and the Compton! career in 2002. She left the park many park partners to celebrate in 2009 to assume the job of and enjoy San Diego’s national Contact Us What’s Inside?

Mailing Address Support Your Park...... 2

Cabrillo National Visitor Information...... 3 Monument Centennial...... 3 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Drive Calendar of Events...... 4

San Diego, CA 92106 News...... 4, 5

Phone Annual Passes...... 6 619-557-5450 Park Map...... 7 Park Website www.nps.gov/cabr Junior Ranger...... 8 Support Your Park

Volunteer Support Park Partners

Join us for a volunteer event! with numerous educational and Support your local National Park scientific activities at Cabrillo and get involved for one day, National Monument. The one year or the rest of your life. Foundation has published several award winning books on historic In 2016, the VIP program will and scientific topics relating to host Centennial Service Days the Monument. Revenue for to encourage everyone in the these projects comes through community to come out and donations, memberships and volunteer at the park. More than 400 active volunteers sales of publications and other The Cabrillo National Monument help maintain the park’s natu- educational items. CNMF is one To learn how you can help visit Foundation (CNMF) is a private ral and cultural resources. They of many National Park Service www.nps.gov, nonprofit organization which participate in a variety of projects Cooperating Associations in the vipvoice.wordpress.com provides support for special and represent Cabrillo National U.S.A; these organizations work to or email us at projects at Cabrillo National Monument throughout San Di- enhance the visitor’s experience [email protected] Monument. Since 1956 CNMF has ego. at the National Parks. helped the National Park Service www.cnmf.org

(CNM) to complete its circle of national program-level non- profit partners by adding a friends group, which can assist fundraising in ways not open to a Cooperating Association The Cabrillo National or the Volunteers-in-Parks (VIP) Monument Conservancy program. CNMC's goal is to (CNMC) is an organization expand fundraising to support initiated on the 4th of July, our park while enhancing CNM's 2012 by a group of folks connections with the community who believed it would be - be it San Diegans or all of CNM's financially advantageous to national and international visitors. Cabrillo National Monument www.friendsofcabrillo.org Support Park Partners

Trails & Rails is an innovative based on meticulous research in partnership program between the fields of Early Modern Span- the National Park Service and ish and Portuguese maritime . This program provides history and maritime archae- rail passengers with educational ology. The ship was officially opportunities that foster an introduced to the public on Sept. appreciation of a selected region’s 4, 2015 as part of the Festival of natural and cultural heritage; it Sail. This newest addition to the promotes National Park Service ’s fleet is now located at the Maritime Museum docks. areas and provides a value- The San Diego Maritime Muse- The ship is open for dockside added service to encourage train um, in partnership with Cabrillo viewing during normal museum ridership. It also renews the long National Monument, built an hours while interior construction tradition of associating railroads historically accurate, fully sail- and rigging continues. with National Parks. able replica of the San Salvador. Construction of the galleon was www.nps.gov/trails&rails www.sdmaritime.org

The San Diego Natural History here in San Diego. There will be Museum traces its roots to an many opportunities in the near enthusiastic group of amateur future to cross promote CNM naturalists, who formed the San online, through CNM brochures Diego Society of Natural History aboard Hornblower public cruise in 1874. boats, and through Hornblower tour narration content during It’s mission is to interpret the daily Harbor Tours. Additionally, natural world through research, Hornblower is making discount education and exhibits; to & Events, cruise tickets available at the book promote understanding of San Diego, has embarked on an store, operated by the Cabrillo the evolution and diversity of exciting partnership with Cabrillo National Monument Foundation. southern and the National Monument (CNM), in A portion of these proceeds will peninsula of Baja California; order to bring greater awareness go directly to CNM. and to inspire in all a respect for of this National Park jewel, right nature and the environment. www.hornblower.com www.sdnhm.org

2 Visitor Guide Visitor Information

A visit to Cabrillo offers Whale Watching Junior Ranger Programs tremendous views of the San Each year, the Pacific Gray Whale Cabrillo National Monument is Hours Diego region and excellent (Eschricticus robustus) migrates a great place for kids of all ages. opportunities to explore the from the seas to Baja The Junior Ranger Programs are Visitor Center 9am to 5pm natural and cultural history of California and back. From late fun ways to explore the park, the area. At Cabrillo National December until the middle of interact with exhibits and talk to Cabrillo Store 9am to 5pm Monument, San Diego’s National March, visitors can see these a ranger. When you’ve finished Park, you can be as active or as enormous mammals just off this self-guided scavenger hunt, Park Grounds 9am to 5pm relaxed as you like. Here is a list the coast of Cabrillo National you can receive a Junior Ranger of some of the most popular Monument. Check out a pair of badge and a certificate. Inquire The Bayside 9am to 4pm activities that the park has to binoculars in the Visitor Center at the Visitor Center for more Tidepools 9am to 4:30pm offer. Start your visit at the Visitor (valid ID required), head up to information. Center where park staff will orient the new Kelp Forest and Whale Overlook, and enjoy watching the Auditorium Programs Tidepooling whales as they head to and from the lagoons of Baja California. The rocky intertidal zone, on the 10am In Search of Cabrillo western side of Point Loma, is a window into the ocean ecosystem 11am On the Edge of Land and along San Diego’s coast. Periods Sea of low tide cause pools of water 12pm First Breath: Gray Whales to form along the shore in rocky depressions. In them, you may 1pm On the Edge of Land and see an assortment of colorful Sea animals, including sea anemones, 2pm In Search of Cabrillo brittle stars, octopuses, and a host Photo By Bill Griswold of other creatures. Tidepools are 3pm First Breath: Gray Whales most visible during the winter Self-Guided and Ranger Led months. A low tide of 0.7 or Historical Tours Education Programs 4pm In Search of Cabrillo below is required to expose the Preservation of history is a critical Ranger-led and teacher-led tidepools. Ask a ranger when low mission for many national parks, programs are all free, but Stay Connected tide is to find out the best time to and Cabrillo National Monument reservations must be made in explore the tidepools. If you are is no exception. Sixteenth advance. Visit our website for interested in learning more about century exploration, 19th century the tidepools and the creatures more information. facebook.com/ lighthouses and military history www.nps.gov/cabr/learn/education that live there, ask about show are all important elements here. cabrilloNPS times for the film On the Edge From Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo’s of Land and Sea: The Tidepools journey here in 1542, to the U.S. of Cabrillo National Monument, Army’s Fort Rosecrans in World @CABRILLONPS which shows daily in the Visitor Wars I and II, Point Loma has Center auditorium. become an area of vast historical importance. Please visit any of our numerous exhibit rooms for more information on these @CABRILLONPS fascinating and complex histories. Tour Battery E bunker on the fourth Saturday of every month, 10am-4pm (Jan.-Oct.). Check in CABRILLONPS the Visitor Center for additional ranger led presentations and Photo By Bill Griswold hikes. Hiking Weather The Bayside Trail is a scenic two- mile round trip trail that takes Spring Fall you through a prime example An overcast marine layer Rain is rare, skies are clear, and of the endangered coastal sage scrub habitat. This walk will bring can develop near the coast temperatures usually hover in the you within 100 feet of San Diego at any time of year, but this mid-70s. Fall is also the time when Harbor, giving you close up views phenomenon is most common Santa Anas hit the . These of the ships cruising in and out of during the late spring and early ferocious howl in from San Diego Bay. Take time to enjoy summer. Locals call these times the desert to the east, bringing the many sights and sounds along "May Gray" and "June Gloom." dramatic temperature increases the trail. Remember to pack water You'll probably want to trade the (daytime highs can quickly rise and use the restrooms before your swimsuit for a sweatshirt and into the 90s), hot, dry air, and hike, as these facilities are not pants, as cloudy skies dominate virtually no humidity. available on the trail. and temperatures rarely rise above 70 degrees. The upside: Winter you can pack away the umbrellas, November through February Special Use Permits because there's little chance of is the rainy season here, with Certain types of activities require rain. chilly weather fronts roaring a permit. These include organized down from the Gulf of , gatherings, ceremonies, com- Summer delivering sometimes torrential mercial filming and photography, Ahhhh, summer in San Diego. downpours and temperatures distribution of printed material, Blissful visitors stroll the park, in the 50s and 60s. Once storms public expressions of opinion, the air redolent with the scent move out, however, the views and activities that require park co- of sunscreen. The city enjoys from Cabrillo are usually the best ordination and monitoring. Visit temperatures in the 80s during of the year: the rain cleanses the the permits section on the park July and August, but fog can roll air and makes for crystal-clear website for more information. in suddenly, resulting in a quick panoramas. drop in temperature.

Visitor Guide 3 Calendar of Events

May 30th July 23 September 16 November 14 , Special Park Hours Sunset 5K, tickets at Moonwalk, tickets at Moonwalk, tickets at 1pm-8pm www.cnmf.org www.friendsofcabrillo.com www.friendsofcabrillo.com

June 1 - July 25 August 18 September 19 November 15 Pollination Exhibit Moonwalk, tickets at Sunset Social, sign up at Lighthouse Open Tower Day 10am- www.friendsofcabrillo.com www.cnmf.org 3pm June 18 Sunset Yoga, sign up at August 20 September 30 November 24 www.friendsofcabrillo.com Sunset Yoga, sign up at Wreath Laying Ceremony Park Closed for Thanksgiving www.friendsofcabrillo.com 3:30PM June 20 December 10&11 Moonwalk, tickets at August 25 October 1&2 Fort Rosecrans Goes to War www.cnmf.org Lighthouse Open Tower Day in Cabrillo Festival (Ballast Point subma- 10am-4pm celebration of NPS 100th Birthday rine base) July 4 10am-3pm www.cabrillofestival.org December 25 – Park Closed Fireworks Viewing, tickets at www.friendsofcabrillo.com August 27 October 15 Move to Improve Festival Tidepool Exploration with a 10am-4pm Scientist at 1pm News You Can Use

Every Kid in a Park

Print your voucher online. Turn it in at the nearest area to receive your annual pass!

We can’t think of a better way to kick off the school year than with For the 100th birthday of the a free pass to visit all national National Park Service in 2016, Cabrillo National parks, monuments, federal President Obama launched the Monument encourages all fourth public lands and waters! Starting Every Kid in a Park initiative graders and their accompanying grade class. September 1, 2015 all fourth as a call to action to get all adults to participate in the Every Every Kid in a Park is a crucial graders and kids age equivalent children to experience America’s Kid in a Park program. With adult component of a multi-pronged of 10, attending school in the outdoors. Today, more than 80 permission fourth graders can log approach to inspire the next get their very own percent of American families onto www.everykidinapark.gov generation to discover all that Every Kid in a Park pass for FREE. live in urban areas and access to and complete a fun educational our nation’s public lands and Fourth grade students, educators, outdoor spaces is often limited. activity in order to get the pass. waters have to offer, including and parents can visit www. At the same time youth spend Educators can also get passes, opportunities to be active, spend everykidinapark.gov to get their more hours than ever in front download the activity for time with friends and family, and official pass and learn more about of electronic screens instead of their classroom and plan a life serve as living classrooms to build this exciting program. outside. changing field trip for their 4th critical skills. In Action: Every Kid in a Park

Unfortunately, plagued with Rodriguez Cabrillo and his crew’s Elementary, this opportunity limited funding and accessibility, journey to San Diego. With mini- not only fosters their spirit of this is reality for many Title-1 microscopes in hand, VISTA Intern stewardship, but it expands their schools in the greater San Diego Andrew Rosales led students entire realm of possibility. area. For these kids and countless through a native plant exploration others in similar circumstances, to discover the unique drought an initiative such as Every Kid adaptations of Mediterranean in a Park, can quite literally be Coastal Sage Scrub. Finally, life changing. In celebration Centennial Ambassador Alex of National Parks Week and Warneke discussed the unique with the financial support of marine ecosystems of Cabrillo, a the Every Kid in a Park grant, conversation made truly special the Education Team at Cabrillo when a migrating gray whale National Monument invited appeared just offshore. Through three 4th grade classes from Vista these unique stories, our staff Square for an all expenses paid was able to inspire students trip to visit their National Park. For to the adventures that lie well For the students of Vista Square perspective, out of 80 students, beyond their normal boundaries. Elementary, the opportunity to only two had ever set foot in a This is the power of the Every visit a National Park is one well National Park. On April 20, 2016, Kid in a Park effort—to connect out of their grasp. At 10 years old, students spent the morning our nation’s youth to nature and many of the children report that entranced by 16th century living make the National Parks more they haven’t even left the three- historian, Ranger Tavio del Rio, accessible to all Americans. For mile radius that encompasses reenacting the stories of Juan the students of Vista Square their school or homes.

4 Visitor Guide News You Can Use

Welcome Back, California Gnatcatcher! Wildlife in Parks have all been factors leading to season. Most would never take National Parks offer many great their decline. Fragmentation is notice of this bird until hearing opportunities for viewing wildlife especially problematic for these their signature call: “mewww… and Cabrillo National Monument birds as they don’t normally mewww…” much like the mew of is no exception. Our 164 acres make long-range movements. a kitten. are home to hundreds of different Roads and buildings potentially species of plants and animals; act as barriers to populations of They don’t only eat gnats, as their some of these species are listed as California gnatcatchers, and gene name suggests: their diet consists threatened or endangered. flow between populations is cut of mostly insects including ants, off. Predators of the California flies, moths, true bugs, and some Please keep the following rules Photo By Warren Tam gnatcatcher include free-roaming spiders. They also do not require in mind when viewing plants and and feral cats, corvids (ravens, water since they are able to get animals within the park. It has now been over 100 years crows, and jays), snakes, medium- the moisture they need through since the California gnatcatcher sized mammals such as raccoons, their diet, like many of our other Never approach, attempt to (Polioptila californica) has made and rodents. Situated about resident bird species in Point catch or feed a wild animal. It Cabrillo National Monument its two to three feet off the ground Loma. is against the law and unsafe for home, with the last record of in a cup-like nest, California humans and animals alike. nesting occurring in 1915. It is gnatcatcher eggs can make an The California gnatcatcher not clear why they have been easy meal for a hungry predator. inhabits areas of healthy coastal Stay 150 feet away from marine absent for so long, but this year, In addition, the brown-headed sage scrub habitat where they mammals on the beach. they are back and here to stay. In cowbird will also nest-parasitize a nest and feed on insects amongst the spring of 2015, calls from a gnatcatcher nest. This means that plants that include California If you see an animal that family of California gnatcatchers a cowbird will remove the eggs sagebrush and buckwheat in the appears injured, do not approach were heard and shortly after, the gnatcatcher has already laid, coasts of and it. Instead, alert a ranger or a nest was found by a wildlife and lay their own eggs in the nest, Baja, Mexico. Coastal sage scrub volunteer. biologist. leaving the eggs to be cared for habitat is becoming harder to find by the adult gnatcatchers. these days due to development Rocks, shells, plants, animals, Listed as Threatened in and fire, but at Cabrillo National and historic objects in Cabrillo 1993 under the Endangered The California gnatcatcher is Monument, it is intact and are protected just like in a Species Act, the population a small and inconspicuous near pristine. Cabrillo National museum. Vandalism and theft are of the California gnatcatcher songbird, with drab light to dark Monument contains large swaths prohibited and punishable by law. is dwindling. Fire, habitat loss grey and brown plumage. A keen of this coastal sage scrub habitat, and fragmentation due to eye will spot their white eye ring. perfect for welcoming back these Stay on designated trails at all development of roads and The adult male bird will get a little birds. times. Going off trail causes buildings, and nest predation dark black “cap” during breeding extensive damage to our natural resources. National Park Service Centennial

“Americans are heirs to an Park Service. Stemming from the American’s have discovered the of park visitors, supporters, extraordinary legacy of ideals of such iconic early sup- beauty of nature, the unique and advocates. With the help conservation and environmental porters as Muir, Mather, and Roo- understanding that comes with of our vital park partners and stewardship that has protected sevelt, the National Park Service perspective, and the collective national sponsors, the National our great outdoors for the embarked on a noble mission to knowledge of who we are and Park Service has established use and benefit of all. We are protect and preserve America’s what we stand for. It is in these a Centennial Call to Action blessed with the most beautiful resources for the enjoyment, edu- places that American stories and with ongoing initiatives that landscapes and waterscapes cation, and inspiration of this and values are preserved. will revitalize and enhance in the world, and it is our future generations. our national parks. These obligation to make sure the campaigns will encourage next generation is able to Americans to get up, get out, enjoy that same bounty.” and Find Your Park. They will offer 4th graders free admission -President Barack Obama to all public lands, in the hopes 2015 National Park that one day seeing Every Kid Proclamation In a Park will become the new normal. They will encourage The beauty and grandeur of people to volunteer and give America’s public lands have cap- back to their communities. tivated people for generations. Broadly, the national centennial Bordering on a hundred years campaign will redefine our ago now, a few daring men ideas of what National Parks and women were so enthralled are and more importantly, what with these wild places that they they can be. advocated for their indefinite stewardship and preservation. 2016 will mark a great Thus, on the innate human need celebration throughout the to connect with the beauty of nation and everyone is invited. the natural world, America’s We hope that you will join us Greatest Idea was formed. Though On the eve of our centennial for the next 100 years and help many areas, beginning with Yel- celebration, we reflect on the in not just continuing America’s lowstone in 1872, were previously In its first century, the National success of the past and look to Greatest Idea, but becoming designated as National Parks, it Park Service preserved well over the future with high hopes. As a part of America’s Greatest was not until August 25, 1916 400 areas of cultural, historical, we prepare for the next 100 Legacy. that President and natural significance. It is years, we strive to connect with formally established the National in these places that millions of and create the next generation

Visitor Guide 5 Annual Passes

Cabrillo Annual Pass Volunteer Pass Annual Pass Senior Pass Cost $20 No Cost Cost $80 Cost $10

This pass is available to the A “Volunteer Pass” is an Annual Provides access to more than Provides access to more than general public and provides Pass awarded to those individuals 2,000 recreation areas managed 2,000 recreation sites managed access to Cabrillo National who volunteer 250 hours at one by five Federal agencies. by five Federal agencies. Monument. or more recreation sites managed by five Federal agencies as a way The pass is valid for an entire This is a lifetime pass for The pass is valid for an entire to say “thank you!” year; beginning from the date of U.S. citizens or permanent year; beginning from the date of purchase to the end of the month residents age 62 or over (please purchase to the end of the month Provides access to Federal in which it was purchased the be prepared to show photo in which it was purchased the recreation sites that charge following year. identification to verify). following year. Entrance or Standard Amenity Fees. The pass admits the pass The pass admits the pass holder The pass admits the pass holder(s) and passengers in a and passengers in a non- holder(s) and passengers in a The pass is valid for an entire year; non-commercial vehicle; or pass commercial vehicle; or pass non-commercial vehicle; or pass beginning from the date awarded holder + 3 adults (children under holder + 3 adults (children under holder + 3 adults (children under to the end of the month in which 16 are admitted free). 16 are admitted free). 16 are admitted free). it was purchased the following year. Two people may sign the pass as Photo identification may be Two people may sign the pass as “pass holder”, photo identification required to verify ownership. “pass holder”, photo identification The pass admits the pass holder may be required to verify may be required to verify and passengers in a non- ownership. The pass provides a 50 percent ownership. commercial vehicle; or pass discount on some Expanded holder + 3 adults (children under Fees vary widely across the Amenity Fees charged for Please contact Cabrillo 16 are admitted free). thousands of Federal Recreation facilities and services such as National Monument directly for sites. Please contact specific sites camping, swimming, boat launch, information on what is covered Fees vary widely across the directly for information. The pass and specialized interpretive or is not covered. The pass thousands of Federal Recreation can be obtained in person at the services. is obtained in person at the sites. Please contact specific sites of the park. At Cabrillo National Monument, entrance station. directly for information on what the Senior Pass can only be is covered. The pass is obtained purchased at the Entrance in person at a Federal Recreation Station. site.

Cabrillo National Monument Access Pass Active Duty U.S. Military OPTIONS Conservancy, Friends of Cabrillo No Cost Free Supporting $25 (Active Military, Seniors 62+ and Park Volunteers - Membership This is a free, lifetime pass Available to U.S. military members No Annual Pass included) available to U.S. citizens or Cabrillo National Monument can and dependents in the Army, Monument $40 permanent residents of the never have too many friends! Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Trail Blazer $75 United States that have been $30 annual membership per Guard and also, Reserve and Tide Pool $100 medically determined to have a person that goes to improving permanent disability. National Guard members. Lighthouse $500 Cabrillo Legacy $1000 Cabrillo National Park for you and future generations. The pass admits the pass holder The pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non- and passengers in a non- BENEFITS Member benefits include: commercial vehicle; or pass commercial vehicle; or pass Annual Cabrillo National Annual Park Pass holder + 3 adults (children under holder + 3 adults (children under Monument Pass, invitations Invitations to member only park 16 are admitted free). 16 are admitted free). to members-only special evening events, activities and events (usually held after park The Access Pass provides a hours) Photo identification may be lectures, 15% Discount at the 50 percent discount on some Discounts and advance notice for required to verify ownership. CNM Bookstore and discounts Expanded Amenity Fees charged promotional events for facilities and services. at participating cooperating Must be obtained in person at a association bookstores located at Visit www.friendsofcabrillo.com You can obtain an Access Federal recreation site by showing other National Parks, and monthly to join, or scan the code below to Pass in person, with proper a Common Access Card (CAC) or highlights E-Blast, News You Can go directly to the website. documentation at the Military ID (Form 1173). Use. entrance station or from other participating Federal recreation www.cnmf.org sites or offices. The pass is non- transferable and generally does not cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.

6 Visitor Guide Maps The visitor center has more information about the park, rotating exhibits, and a bookstore.

Restrooms are located at the Visitor Center, lighthouse area, and the first parking lot of the tidepools

A bottle filling station is located near the Visitor Center. Please remember to fill up before visiting other areas of the park as drinking water is limited in other locations. The statue of Cabrillo commemorates his accomplishment in early European exploration.

The military history exhibit has information on the coastal defense history of the Point Loma peninsula.

The Bayside Trail begins just before the lighthouse on the left hand side. It is an out-and-back trail of about two miles.

The lightouse is located up the hill from the Visitor Center. There are three handicap parking spaces adjacent to it.

The whale overlook is the best area to spot whales from shore when they are migrating in the winter.

Access the tidepools by driving down Cabrillo Rd. Tidepools are best viewed during the winter months.

Parking is located throughout the park. There is limited parking in the tidepool area, so please carpool when possible.

These lines indicate areas around the park that are closed to the public. The property to the south belongs to the U.S. Coast Guard and Navy. The property to the north belongs to the City of San Diego Waste Water Treatment Facility. Accessibility Need to Know Public Transportation

Drones The San Diego Metropolitan The use of drones for personal Transit System (MTS) offers bus and commercial film and photog- service throughout the county, raphy is prohibited at Cabrillo and including hourly stops daily in all national parks. (Monday-Friday) at Cabrillo Cabrillo National Monument is National Monument via Route 84. quite accessible to our visitors For added convenience, the bus with mobility and sensory stop is located right at the Visitor impairments. If anyone in Center complex. your party is unable to walk up the hill to the Old Point Loma Taking the bus to the park is a If you are using a vehicle-for- Lighthouse area, accessible great choice to reduce congestion hire service, please make sure parking permits are available in and pollution, and a relaxing way to arrange a pick-up time and the Visitor Center. To aid visitors No Smoking to enjoy the scenic road on top of location with your driver before in better experiencing our films, There are no designated Point Loma. Please note that the they drop you off. Cell service is the park also provides assisted smoking areas, Cabrillo National bus does not go to the tidepool limited and you may not be able listening devices with amplified monument is a smoke free area on the west side of the park. to reach01 them otherwise.2 Kilometers sound, audio description, and Y park. This includes electronic A 5 B Spanish and French translations. cigarettes. 012 Miles Brochures in braille and various N O I S S languages can also be picked up I 163 in the Visitor Center. M

C a 8 b r i l Rules of the Road l N o s i f m SAN DIEGO if F l i t d S r r t e a C e Catalina Blvd., the road a z e n t v r D e e B t tt s e S e ie w l l B rn P g n u v s a a c o a approaching Cabrillo National u o d n if i y S B a c F r H r c SAN DIEGO ig e ZOO Monument, has a maximum P Chatsworth e h e t s INTERNATIONAL w w Trash Lo Blvd o A m R AIRPORT a a speed of 35 mph. The speed is v a y y e rive BALBOA Cabrillo National Monument is a rbor D PARK reduced to 15 mph as you near Ha on trash-free park. Pack it in pack it añ St Hawthorn the entrance station. C DIEGO BAY Street out. a N n A 94 i d H l S a v r a l b

t o B r Please be aware that the a D 5 C ri Pets ve monument is surrounded by Navy P NAVAL AIR STATION For the health and safety of na- A NORTH ISLAND property, and access to those C tive wildlife and of your animal I areas is strictly limited. F CORONADO I POINT LOMA companions, pets are not allowed C Toll ECOLOGICAL Bridge in the park, except in the coastal O RESERVE Fog, low clouds, and mist can C and tidepool areas, on a leash E occur at any time of the year and A CABRILLO of no more than six feet. Service N reduce visibility considerably. Use NATIONAL animals are always allowed. Point Loma MONUMENT caution in these conditions.

Visitor Guide 7 Junior Ranger Program

Become a Junior Ranger This activity sheet is for ages 2-7 but anyone can earn a badge while exploring the Discover with your Senses Cabrillo: A Man of park. Follow these steps to 1 2 become a Junior Ranger. If you are over the age of 7, go While visiting the park, try to use all of your to the Visitor Center to pick senses to discover as much as you can. On September 28, 1542, Juan up a different activity book. Rodríguez Cabrillo became the What is the weather like? Ask the ranger for the first European to set foot on land With an adult, go and see as temperature: much of the park as you can. that later became the west coast See page 7 of this guide for of the United States. a park map. As you go, walk quietly, watch, listen, and think. Oh yeah, and have What else do you notice about the weather? Is it sunny? Is it cloudy? In the Visitor Center, try on a FUN! Is it windy? helmet and some armor. Do you feel like one of Cabrillo’s soldiers? When you are done with the four activities on this page, There were no photographs or return to the Visitor Center and you will be sworn in as a Now fill out the following: portraits of Cabrillo, so nobody Junior Ranger and receive a knows what he looked like. What sticker badge. do you think he looked like? Use I see: the outline here to create your own portrait of Cabrillo. 3 Be a Naturalist I smell: Look for these animals that are common at Cabrillo National Monument. If you see one, circle I hear: it and color it in. Where were you when you saw it? What was the animal doing? I touch: Remember, don’t feed the animals

4 The Old Point Loma Lighthouse: Connect the dots to the Old Point Loma Lighthouse.

Cottontail Rabbit

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3 2 27 26

9 8 4 5 24 25 21 20

10 7 6 23 22 19

11 18 Western Fence Lizard 14 15

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Go up to the second floor of the Old Point Loma Lighthouse and look into the children’s room. Scrub Jay How would you feel if this was your home?

Stamp this area with the lighthouse stamp from the Visitor Center.

California Ground Squirrel

Visitor Guide 8