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I jumped out of bed on today, June 19, eagerly waiting when I would finally arrive at the Channel Islands National Park. I have been researching this park for some time, and I couldn’t believe that I was going to spend a few days on these wonderful islands. I got together my tent and my supplies, and I sooner or later headed out the door.
The boat arrived bright and early, and I spent this time going over research. I read that this park became a National Park on March 5, 1980. It became a national park due to it attracting many explorers, scientists, and historians. It is also established because of its natural beauty. To conclude, I read that there are nine islands, but only five became part of the National Park. When the boat reached the …show more content…

Today I decided that I wanted to go to Anacapa Island. I knew that there’s a lot of history here, and I was excited to learn new things. I saw many beautiful things when I reached this island. There was a lighthouse on the top of a hill, and I basically ran towards the lighthouse in excitement. I pulled out my sheets of research to read about this old monument. I read that it was completed in 1932 to help guide sailors through the channels in the foggy weather. I became stunned that a single lighthouse can do so much for people. I decided that this was the only thing that I truly wanted to see on Anacapa Island, so I am going to take a boat to Santa …show more content…

This is the campsite on Santa Barbara Island. A deer mouse scurried out of my tent as I was getting ready for bed. This endangered species interested me greatly. As I arose that morning, I enjoyed the sound of waves. I decided to go to Santa Rosa for my last day in the Channel Islands National Park. I took an early boat to this island. I was mournful that I couldn’t go to all five islands, but I knew that I can’t extend my trip.
When I got off of the boat, I headed to a historic site that I had read about. This place was called Vail and Vickers Island Ranch. It is about 100 years old and it used to hold 3,000 to 7,000 cattle at a time! For the rest of the day, I just kind of wandered around the green filled trails.
When I arrived on the boat home, I was very unhappy to be leaving this national park. I had such a good time! I realized then why these beautiful islands are a national treasure. I got a chance to walk where early Europeans did. Also, all five islands have unique landmarks and animals that no other place has. Lastly, the views are breathtaking. I felt so pleased that I got to visit this national park, and I hope that I can come back

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