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!
Drunk Bay Coastal Cleanup
Saturday, October 19 | 9AM
Join us in clearing Drunk Bay of marine debris and trash on Saturday, October 19! Meeting point is the Salt Pond parking lot at 9AM. We should be done by noon!
Ocean Week Virtual Seminars
Be fascinated by the world beneath the waves! Join us for a series of virtual seminars:
- Oct 16 | USVI Wildlife Rehab
- Oct 17 | Sea Turtles 101
- Oct 18 | Coral Ecosystem Threats
Membership Drive & Raffle
As a special thank you for renewing your membership or signing up before October 31, you will receive a turtle adoption certificate as well as be entered into a raffle to win some beautiful jewelry donated by Vibe!
Sea Turtle Protection
Learn about the Virgin Islands National Park Sea Turtle Program and the challenges our sea turtle population face.
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 from October to June.
Plan Your Snorkel
Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a newbie, our app helps you plan your snorkeling adventures.
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Free Swim Lessons
All ages welcome on Saturday mornings at Cinnamon. Learn to swim or sign up to become an instructor or lifeguard.
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.
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.
Plan Your Visit
Hike, swim, snorkel, and explore. Enjoy learning about the natural and cultural gems in the Park. Make your visit memorable!
Back To School
The Park is a living classroom. Contact us to arrange a trip to the Park or a classroom visit.
License Plates
Friends license plates featuring sea turtles are available to vehicles and motorcycles in the VI. Proceeds support our work.
