Ojai Valley is one of California's premier tourism, recreation, resort, arts and cultural, and retirement centers. Famous for its excellent fishing, Lake Casitas holds the state records for the largest bass, channel catfish and red-ear sunfish. Lake Casitas has been chosen as the site for the 1984 Olympic rowing and canoeing competitiions, and draws water sports enthusiasts to its shores year-round. The Ojai Valley enjoys many fine public and private golf and tennis clubs, including the noted Ojai Valley Inn and Country Club and the Ojai Valley Racquet Club. A tennis player's mecca, the Ojai Valley is internationally known for its famous Ojai Tennis Tournament - the oldest annual tennis tourney in the United States.

There is a special magic in the Ojai Valley that seems to invite excellence. Cultural events of all types thrive in this uniquely envigorating environment. Founded in 1936, the annual Ojai Music Festival is an internationally-known concert series combing intimacy and informality. Many fine educational institutions are close at hand, including the world famous Thacher School, the Ojai Valley School, and the Villanova Preparatory School. Also located in the valley are Krishnamurti Foundation and the Kratona Institute of Theosophy.

Ojai Village moves at a leisurely pace., inviting you to browse through the many fine shops and restaurants located in and around the picturesque bell tower and arched arcades that grace the downtown area. Located nearby is the famous restaurant, Alan Hooker's Ranch House, nine-year winner of the Travel/Holiday award. While the Ojai Valley maintains its unique rural charm, the services and conveniences of the big city are also close at hand.

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