Posts Tagged ‘The Nature Conservancy’
St. Croix Now a National Heritage Area
St. Croix kicked off 2023 by officially being designated a National Heritage Area, formally recognizing the importance of island’s history, culture and unique landscapes to the history and heritage of the United States. St. Croix’s art, music, dance, food, folklore and culture have been shaped by centuries of people who have lived here and the…
Read MoreJewelry Collections for a Cause
St. Croix is home to many talented jewelers who create unique, handcrafted artisan and fine jewelry. The island is also home to community spirit like I have experienced no where else. When these two forces combine, the result is stunning collections of jewelry designed to raise both funds and awareness for some of St. Croix’s…
Read MoreChasing Coral on St. Croix
St. Croix is leading the charge to protect and restore our Caribbean coral reefs, but climate change is threatening to wipe out coral reefs on a global scale. Never before has coral bleaching been more vividly shown and clearly explained than in the Sundance award-winning documentary Chasing Coral. From this film has sprung a movement to…
Read MoreProtecting Our Coral Reefs
Trusted news sources across the globe have recently reported that most Caribbean coral reefs will disappear within the next 20 years unless action is taken to protect them. While that news is shocking, I am happy to report that St. Croix is leading the charge to protect our Caribbean coral reefs and the ecosystems they support. The…
Read MoreSTAR Network Keeps Eye on Turtles
While this article was originally posted in the V.I. Source, we here at GoToStCroix.com thought it was worth sharing. Enjoy the stories, take in the information and tips provided, and please respect the turtles! If you are interested in assisting with the STAR Network, please contact them at (340) 690-0474 or visit their website at www.wimarcs.org. …
Read MoreReef Responsible Promotes Local Sustainability
For those who may not know, St. Croix’s culinary scene is exploding! 2017 kicked off with an eight page spread called “Eating St. Croix” in Coastal Living magazine, and two of the island’s restaurants, balter and Savant, made the list of USA Today’s 10 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean. With a spotlight being shone on St. Croix’s food…
Read MoreThe Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy strives to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Here on St. Croix, the Conservancy monitors the nests of threatened sea turtle species at Jack & Isaac’s Bay Preserve, and throughout the USVI, and uses satellite tracking to learn more about their activity. Restoring coral reefs is another priority,…
Read MoreHawksbill Turtle Watch
Every species on the earth has its specific place and particular role in the ecosystem and marine turtles, such as the hawksbill, are no different. They are a small part of ocean species that need to be treated with respect and care, and should be regarded as part of a rich marine heritage. They are…
Read MoreVolunteer or Donate!
One thing I love about St. Croix is how involved individuals in the community are with the island’s many charitable causes, whether by volunteering their time or by donating money or goods. Whether you live on St. Croix or you’re a visitor, whether you want to help the animals, save the reefs, or give a…
Read MoreSave St. Croix’s Coral with Beautiful Jewelry!
St Croix jewelry store ib designs is giving back! A portion of the proceeds from their Elkhorn Collection goes to The Nature Conservancy’s Coral Restoration Project here on St. Croix.
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