# @auroracatalinaisland on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DRXfJg5jw3X
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/67889645-auroracatalinaisland-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/4a19c6b689.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-11-22T17:23:07.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Aurora Hotel (@auroracatalinaisland) — https://gondola.cc/auroracatalinaisland

## Caption

Feeling thankful as we remember one of Catalina’s most beloved characters — Old Ben, the sea lion who stole everyone’s hearts. 🦭

Legend has it he swam into Avalon Bay in the late 1800s and made himself right at home — charming fishermen, tourists, swimmers, and locals alike. He’d splash out of the water, bark a hello, and even pose for pictures (or take a fish or two!).

Here’s to gratitude for the unexpected friendships, the playful moments, and the memories that make our island feel like home.

#auroracatalina #catalinaIsland #catalina #avalon #thankful

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thankful, catalinaisland, catalina, avalon, auroracatalina

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