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With a reputation as one of the most expensive states in the U. But Oxnard is most famous for its strawberries, with the popular California Strawberry Festival held here each year. Especially with that stunning harbor view. Officially known as San Buenaventura, everyone just calls it Ventura. Out of the five cities on our affordability list, all but one is situated in Ventura County.
Downtown Ventura is home to top-notch shopping and dining, museums, art galleries and Mission San Buenaventura, a Franciscan mission founded in But the site is now coming back as a mixed-use development.
Residents can take in outdoor adventures such as stroll among the hills in Lagoon Valley or enjoy nightlife, fine dining and shopping. That includes the housing prices as well. Though volunteers do get to play with puppies and cuddle kittens, volunteering also means doing laundry, sorting donations and helping the public.
Some volunteer tasks may be physically challenging but we also need individuals to help with clerical work and photography. No matter your abilities, there is something for you. List of Possible Volunteer Tasks:.
Start the Process:. Submit an online application.
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Complete a general volunteer orientation session online. Working directly with animals is only one part of volunteering at VCAS. Volunteer Orientation. Ongoing requirements for volunteering:. We ask, however, that all volunteers who handle dogs, commit to at least eight 8 hours of service per month. Doing so will keep you updated on new protocols and handling techniques.
Those interested in handling cats or rabbits should commit to at least four 4 hours per month. Volunteers who have not volunteered within a year may be asked to attend a refresher orientation. What should I do if I need to fulfill community service hours? Can I get help?
I completed the online application, now what? Can I just come walk dogs? Dolphins are occasionally seen just offshore. The park also features the crumbling ruins of a World War II coastal artillery site.
The offshore Channel Islands can be seen from the beach. Emma Wood State Beach offers family camping for self-contained vehicles only and group camping is available at Ventura River Group Camp. Tents are not permitted. No water, restrooms, electricity, fire rings, or phones or dump station are available. There are 90 campsites, which are not level and may contain a mixture of asphalt, dirt, cobble and ocean debris.
Maximum vehicle length is 40 feet, due to small turnaround areas. High tides may close the campground at any time.
Railroad tracks and Highway are adjacent to the campground which can be noisy. Leashed dogs are permitted in the campground only, and are prohibited on the beach. Group camping is available at Ventura River Group Camp, with reservations required year around.
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This group campground is separated by 2 freeway miles from Emma Wood State Beach. The group sites offer developed tent camping for groups of up to 30 people and primitive RV camping for groups up to 50 people and 20 vehicles. The maximum length for an RV is 45 feet. Apply Now! Job Opportunities. Ventura River Group Camp offers four developed group campsites, each with a capacity of 30 people.
Groups may reserve one or more campsites, subject to availability.