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.  Participants must register where indicated as space is limited.

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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!

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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 Ecosystems
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Francis Bay Bird Walk

Every Friday morning October 4 to end of May.

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. 

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Annaberg Cultural Program

November to June | Mon to Wed | 10AM to 2PM 

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. 

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Trail Volunteers

Volunteer on the walk up trail crew on Tuesdays and Thursdays from October 22  to May and help us maintain trails, clear historical sites, plant trees, and remove trash! Work locations and meeting times are posted on Mondays on Facebook and instagram.

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Cinnamon Campground Chats

Nov to June | Mon to Fri | 6PM to 7PM | Raintree Cafe @ Cinnamon 

  • Monday:  Sea Turtle Talk
  • Tuesday: Traditional Arts & Crafts
  • Wednesday: Music of the Caribbean
  • Thursday: Birds Of St. John
  • Friday: Coral Reef Ecosystems
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Sea Turtles At Maho

Tuesdays 9AM to 11AM | Dec 3 to end May

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. 

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Turtle Boat & Snorkel Trip

Second Fridays | Dec 13 | Jan 10 | Feb 14 | Mar 14 | Apr 11 | May 9

This unique experience is hosted by a sea turtle, coral and marine expert and explore the marine underworld in Virgin Islands National Park. Boat departs from St. Thomas and St. John. 

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Reef Bay Hike

Check back in November for schedule

Reef Bay Hike is a Virgin Islands National Park hike led by a Park Ranger 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!