Monday to Friday | 6PM to 7PM | November to June
Exploring, sharing, learning, and teaching about the rich resources in our Park is integral to our mission. For visitors and residents alike, our robust seminar and demonstration program includes over 200 events each season. We invite you to attend one of our Cinnamon Campground Chats led by local culture bearers, expert educators, and retired Park rangers. These talks take place every Monday through Friday from November to June at The Rain Tree Cafe at the Cinnamon Bay Beach & Campground.
The seminars are in person but some of them have been recorded so you can watch from afar.
This project is in partnership with the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) through funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH).
Monday | Sea Turtle Talk
Learn all about the majestic endangered sea turtles who forage in our sea grass beds and nest on our beaches. The team who run the Sea Turtle Protection Program in the Park look forward to sharing their knowledge with you.
Tuesday | Traditional Arts & Crafts
Ital Delroy Antony is a local Cultural Ambassador, artisan, teacher, and cofounder of the cultural band, the Echo People. Learn about local crafts, weaving and more.
Wednesday | Music Of The Caribbean
The rhythm and beat of drums and the call of the conch shell are integral to the culture and history of the islands. Ital Delroy Antony is a local Cultural Ambassador, artisan, teacher, and cofounder of the cultural band, the Echo People who loves sharing his knowledge and passion.
Thursday | Birds of St. John
Self confessed bird geek, Laurel Brannick shares her knowledge about all things feathered on St. John. A retired park ranger and bird lover, Laurel is a prominent member of the Virgin Islands Audubon Society.
Friday | Coral Ecosystems
Explore and learn about the magical coral ecosystems that you will see snorkeling in our waters. Marine biologist and long time St. John resident, Jeff Miller shares is passion for these complex, fragile creatures and the challenges they face.