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Did You Know

Did You Know…Why Is There A TPERP Program?

The Explorer is a past Newsletter of Cabrillo National Monument and the Cabrillo National Monument Foundation. An article in its December 1996 issue includes a letter from former Superintendent Terry DiMattio on why TPERP was created and its primary purpose. Superintendent’s Report by Terry DiMattio I usually do not write about a single topic, but in this issue I want to focus on the Tidepool … Continue reading Did You Know…Why Is There A TPERP Program?

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Did You Know…The Story of Cabrillo’s Statue

If the original dream for Cabrillo National Monument (CNM) had come true, the Old Point Loma Lighthouse would no longer exist, and a 150-foot statue of Juan Rodriquez Cabrillo would stand in its place. The dream began with an organization called the Order of Panama. Dedicated to commemorating California’s Spanish heritage, the group wanted to memorialize Cabrillo as the discoverer of California and erect a … Continue reading Did You Know…The Story of Cabrillo’s Statue

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Did You Know…Lighthouse Talking Points

This lighthouse is not a memorial to Robert Israel. He was one of thousands of men (and women) who served as Lighthouse Keepers. Our Long-Range Interpretive Plan emphasizes our primary theme of representing the U.S. Light House Establishment, its people and its buildings, not one man or one lighthouse. Our lighthouse is an interpretive archetype, not an individual memorial. This lighthouse honors all Keepers who … Continue reading Did You Know…Lighthouse Talking Points

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Did You Know…What Is The Volunteer Navigation Committee and Why Should You Care?

As a Cabrillo National Monument volunteer, you are asked to honor your commitment to the park and to represent the best of CNM in the park and in the community. You are lent a uniform, supplies and equipment, and are provided with training and continuing education opportunities. You also have the full support of park staff and access to park resources. Read More… Continue reading Did You Know…What Is The Volunteer Navigation Committee and Why Should You Care?

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