Plaskett Applauds NPS Progress on Caneel Bay Environmental Assessments
Delegate to Congress Stacey E. Plaskett released the following statement regarding the next phase of environmental assessments at Caneel Bay being conducted by the National Park Service.
NPS Continues Next Phase of Environmental Site Assessments at Caneel Bay Resort
The assessment will identify the nature and extent of possible environmental contamination on the property, which is an important next step in determining the future of the resort.
Governor, Congresswoman Team with NPS to Increase Safety of Visitors on Buck Island
Governor Albert Bryan Jr. and Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett are working with the National Park Service to make available additional resources to ensure the safety of visitors to the Buck Island Reef National Monument in light of recent incidents on the island located just off St. Croix.
Park Service Makes Statement on January 10th Incident at Buck Island
The National Park Service makes a statement about Buck Island Reef National Monument incident when rangers responded to a brawl and gunfire.
Park Service Administrative Site at Red Hook to Re-open for Day Use January 4
In 2021, the park will continue with hurricane Irma and Maria recovery efforts throughout the park on St. John as well as at Red Hook, St. Thomas.
Interior, EHI Agree to Re-enter Lease Negotiations and Continue Assessment at Caneel Bay Resort
The U.S. Department of the Interior and EHI Acquisitions LLC (EHI is an affiliate of CBI Acquisitions LLC, which is the current operator of Caneel Bay Resort), announced Wednesday that they have reached an understanding to move forward with negotiations toward a long-term lease for Caneel Bay Resort
Virgin Islands National Park Cruz Bay Visitor Center to Reopen
Beginning on Friday, Oct. 23, Virgin Islands National Park will reopen access to the Cruz Bay Visitor Center.
DPNR Gives Storm Preparation Guidelines for Boaters in USVI
All boaters should begin to make necessary preparations as the remainder of the 2020 Hurricane Season begins to intensify. In the event of a tropical system, boaters are advised to plan or relocate to the following havens.
National Park Service Gives Tropical Cyclone Nine Update
In preparation for the arrival of Tropical Cyclone 9, Christiansted National Historical Monument (CHRI), Buck Island Reef National Monument (BUIS), and Salt River Bay NHP&EP (SARI) are securing all park buildings and facilities on July29 prior to the storm’s arrival.
Permits for Weddings, Special Events Available at Virgin Islands National Park
Weddings may be held at Peace Hill and Annaberg (40 persons maximum) and at Trunk Bay and other park beaches and pavilions (50 persons maximum). Picnics, BBQs and other gatherings may also be held at these beach locations.