NOAA Advises Public of Seasonal Prohibition on Fishing Mutton, Lane Snapper
This closure begins at 12:01 a.m., local time, on April 1, 2019, and extends through 11:59 p.m., local time, June 30, 2019.
Beach Advisory for March 25-29
DPNR performed water quality analysis at 32 designated beaches throughout the territory during the week of March 25-29, 2019. All sampled beaches meet water quality standards and are safe for swimming or fishing.
Coral World Ocean Park, American Airlines Rescue Injured Sea Turtle
On Feb. 28, Coral World Ocean Park received a call that a sea turtle had stranded at the bottom of the Bolongo Bay cliffs. When the rescuers clambered down the cliff, they found a sub-adult, green sea turtle lying on its back.
Seasonal Closure of Mutton Snapper Spawning Area off St. Croix Begins March 1
• This closure begins at 12:01 a.m., local time, on March 1, 2019, and extends through 11:59 p.m., local time, June 30, 2019.
DPNR Warns of Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease, Asks Public’s Help
The Division of Coastal Zone Management is alerting the Virgin Islands community of the emergence of the Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD), which has recently been found on St. Thomas.
Public Reminded of New Law Protecting Trees
This law protects all public trees, which are those within the right-of-way of public roads and on publicly-owned land.
Free Potable Water Testing Available on St. Thomas, St. John
The Coral Bay Community Council (CBCC) encourages residents to test their cistern potable drinking water on a regular basis -- at least every six months -- or if they notice any change in quality (i.e., taste, smell, color or visibility).
Marine Advisory Service Offering Free Swimming Classes on St. Thomas
This swimming program on St. Thomas is held for six weeks and is offered twice each year. It is open to students in grades 1-12 or ages 4 and up. The program features three levels.
NRCS Remains Open During Partial Government Shutdown
During a government shutdown, agencies that receive mandatory funding or have funds appropriated in prior years that are carried forward can continue to serve customers using that money.
Towle Environmental Studies Fund Selects Two Award Recipients
The Towle Fund supports studies and activities that address environmental concerns that transcend the boundaries of any single island or island state in the insular Caribbean.
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Wednesday is the deadline to register for the six-week VIPCA Marine Apprenticeship program, which offers free training in power boating, swimming, scuba, and sailing along with marina and dock management skills, first aid and CPR certification and a full-day day of learning aboard an official U.S. Coast Guard vessel.
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Wednesday Is Deadline to Apply for a Marine Apprenticeship
Wednesday is the deadline to register for the six-week VIPCA Marine Apprenticeship program, which offers free training in power boating, swimming, scuba, and sailing along with marina and dock managem...This is an amazing program! I was so lucky last year to be invited on the graduation cruise, and it was inspiring to see how far the graduates had progressed. They were all so excited to talk about everything they learned during the program!
