St. Croix Environmental Association Archives

SEA’s 30th Annual Eco-Fair

Save the dates! Join the St. Croix Environmental Association as they host their 30th annual Eco-Fair. This year’s event will include in-person (Wednesday) and virtual events (Thursday). All 3rd-6th grade classrooms on St. Croix are welcome. Details will be added as they become available.

SEA’s 30th Annual Eco-Fair

Save the dates! Join the St. Croix Environmental Association as they host their 30th annual Eco-Fair. This year’s event will include in-person (Wednesday) and virtual events (Thursday). All 3rd-6th grade classrooms on St. Croix are welcome. Details will be added as they become available.

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…

Jewelry 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…

Chasing Coral on St. Croix

Salt River Canyon West Wall (Grouper Grotto)

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…

Respect the Leatherback Sea Turtles

While many people have a huge fondness and respect for sea turtles, there is something particularly awe inspiring about Leatherback sea turtles. The oldest of all sea turtle species, it has been around for more than 150 million years! Leatherbacks are also the largest of the sea turtles (and the fourth largest living reptile on…

Hawksbill 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…

Birding at Southgate Coastal Reserve

Avid and novice bird watchers alike will enjoy the aviary experience St. Croix offers. There are seasonal appearances by certain species, as well as resident birds who make St. Croix their home year round. While you will see some of our feathered friends as you drive through the rainforest, visit the beaches, or go about…

Volunteer 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…

A Hike through Canaan Gut

GoToStCroix.com joined the St. Croix Environmental Association and BushTribe Eco Adventures on a hike through Canaan Gut up the back of Blue Mountain.