Public research university in Lompoc, California

The Dangermond Preserve and Point Conception Institute, located at 8101 Jalama Road in Lompoc, California, is a unique institution owned and managed by The Nature Conservancy. The property was purchased in December 2017 with a generous philanthropic gift from Jack and Laura Dangermond. The Preserve works closely with various partners, including the University of California, ESRI, and local conservation organizations, to advance conservation science and cultivate a diverse community for activities. While the Dangermond Preserve is not open to the public, The Nature Conservancy is developing public programs for managed access to the Preserve. Visitors can access the Preserve through Jalama County Road, which leads to Jalama Beach County State Park. The Conservancy transferred 36 acres of the historic Bixby Ranch to the county park in 2021, doubling its size and providing additional recreational opportunities.

Welcome to the practice of Dr. Stephen Couvillion, a distinguished ophthalmologist located at 2901 North Ventura Road, Oxnard, California. With a specialization in vitreoretinal diseases, Dr. Couvillion offers expert care for a range of retinal disorders, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal detachment. Dr. Couvillion earned his medical degree from Tulane University and completed his residency and fellowship at the renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, where he contributed to groundbreaking advancements in the treatment of macular degeneration. His extensive training and experience are complemented by his role as a former faculty member and Chief Resident at Bascom Palmer, where he was instrumental in educating future ophthalmologists and vitreoretinal specialists.