Love St. John. Love The Park.

Stunning beaches, miles of trails, marine life, fauna and flora in abundance, and a rich cultural history! Some 60% of St. John is Virgin Islands National Park and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument.

Friends of Virgin Islands National Park is a non-profit organization and is the official philanthropic partner of the Park. The Friends supports the National Park Service in assuring the Park's unique terrestrial and marine resources are protected, the Virgin Islands' cultural treasures in the Park are preserved, and visitors and community are connected to their Park through volunteerism, education and advocacy.

The work we do is made possible thanks to the support of people like you! Thank you!

Trail crew volunteers

Walkup Trail Volunteers

Every Tuesday & Thursday

Help maintain the Park's beautiful trails. It is a great opportunity to explore new parts of St. John and make a difference!

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Villas For The Park

Welcome to our 8th Annual Villas For The Park auction! Bidding is open and closed on November 29. 

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Seminars, Hikes & More

Explore the Park! Experience the gifts of Virgin Islands National Park through a series of hikes, seminars, demonstrations, boat trips, and more.

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Sea Turtle Protection

Learn about the Virgin Islands National Park Sea Turtle Program and the challenges our sea turtle population face.

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Plan Your Snorkel

Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a newbie, our app helps you plan your snorkeling adventures. 

Turtle Boat Trip

Unique Turtle Trip

Second Fridays

This awesome, informative trip is hosted by a sea turtle and marine expert and departs both St. Thomas and St. John.

Learn To Swim 2024

Free Swim Lessons

All ages welcome on Saturday mornings at Cinnamon. Learn to swim or sign up to become an instructor or lifeguard. 

Growing Up In Cruz Bay

St. John Voices

Here, St.John is an oral history. It serves to give voice to the heritage, culture and natural history of this island as told by born St. Johnians and resident scientists. 

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Plant Restoration Intern

This part time position is perfect for a St. John resident who loves plants. Please read the job description and send a resume and cover letter to Friends Program Director, Mark Gestwicki at mgestwicki@friendsvinp.org. Applications close Dec 5, 2024. 

SKIP Turtle Class / Christian Academy 2023

Back To School

The Park is a living classroom. Contact us to arrange a trip to the Park or a classroom visit.  

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Boater Info

To protect coral and marine ecosystems, this is an anchorless park. Check out the mooring map and learn more about boating in the Park. 

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License Plates

Friends license plates featuring sea turtles are available to vehicles and motorcycles in the VI.  Proceeds support our work. 

Membership

Become A Member

Our members are an awesome community who share our passion for Virgin Islands National Park and support the work we do. Join us!

"I have lots of heroes: anyone and everyone who does whatever they can to leave the natural world better than they found it."

Dr. Sylvia Earle

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