Explore The Park
Hikes. Seminars. Cultural Demonstrations. Boat Trips.
Experience the gifts of Virgin Islands National Park through a series of hikes, seminars, demonstrations, boat trips, and more from October to June.
PLEASE NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, these seminars are free and open to all with a suggested donation at the end should you wish to support the work we do.
Drunk Bay Coastal Clean Up
Thursday April 23 | 9am
Volunteer with the trail crew! Meet in the Salt Pond parking lot at 9am. Be sure to wear closed toed shoes as the beach is very rocky and don’t forget a hat and lots of water. Gloves and bags will be provided.
Caneel Subwatershed Virtual Seminar
Friday April 24 | 1pm
This seminar will feature a variety of experts as they present on sea turtle nesting, blue corals, rarely seen birds, and more found in the Caneel Bay subwatershed. Register to receive zoom link.
Echo People Concert
Saturday April 25 | 5:30pm to 7pm | Rain Tree Cafe, Cinnamon Campground
Join us for a free concert and celebration of Caribbean music with the beloved St. John cultural band, the Echo People.
Annaberg Cultural Program
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday | Nov to June
Learn from a local cultural demonstrators about bread making, local food, plants, and more. A visit to the Annaberg plantation and historic site is a must-do for anyone interested in Virgin Islands history and culture.
Reef Bay Hike
Mondays & Tuesdays Until April 28
Reef Bay Hike is a guided hike that includes a boat pickup at the beach. It is a great opportunity to learn about and explore the natural gifts and rich history of the island!
Turtle Boat & Snorkel Trip
Second Fridays | Apr 10, May 8
This unique experience is hosted by a sea turtle, coral and marine expert and explores the marine underworld in Virgin Islands National Park. Boat departs from St. Thomas and St. John.
Cinnamon Campground Chats
Rain Tree Cafe, Cinnamon Bay Resort | 6pm to 7pm
- Monday: Sea Turtle Talk
- Tuesday: Traditional Arts & Crafts
- Wednesday: Music of the Caribbean
- Thursday: Birds Of St. John
- Friday: Coral Reef Ecosystems
Sea Turtles At Maho
Tuesday | 9am to 11am
Stop by the sea turtle info table on the beach at Maho Bay under the pavilions to chat about turtles and marine life in the bay with the Sea Turtle Monitoring and Protection Program team and volunteers.
Francis Bay Bird Walk
Fridays | Oct to June
Meet at 7:30am at the George Francis factory ruins and join retired park ranger and bird lover, Laurel Brannick as she shares her knowledge about all things feathered on St. John.
Virtual Seminars
Friends regularly hosts online seminars. Enjoy browsing our collection.