Swogjan's Dragon

01/09/2026

Have you noticed the profusion of Bougainvillea on the island? Named for a French explorer, it has a unique botanical background and supports our local pollinators!

Bougainvillea may be prized across the Virgin Islands for its brilliant color and ability to withstand dry conditions, but its history reaches far beyond the garden. Gail Karlsson explores how the familiar plant got its name and became part of a larger story of exploration, plant collecting and Euro...

17/08/2026

Trivia Time! Where are we today and what are these copper basins for?

15/08/2026

Let's go play mermaids!

14/08/2026

We have received dozens of emails from you telling us your stories, memories, and hopes for the future of Caneel.

The Friends believes deeply that the natural and cultural resources found in and around the Caneel Bay property should be protected and preserved so that future generations will come to know and love them as we do today.

We encourage you to share your stories with the National Park Conservation Association (NPCA) on their “My Park, My Story” page as a public record. NPCA is a nonpartisan organization and leading voice in safeguarding our national parks across the country. Together we can tell our stories and show the world how much Caneel Bay is loved.

Leave your comments: https://www.npca.org/myparkstory?park=1867

Learn more about Caneel here = https://friendsvinp.org/caneel-bay/

10/08/2026

Are you a morning lark or a night owl? We always rave about the beaches, the sunshine, and the beauty, but at night, a million stars prick the sky and a whole different world appears!

08/08/2026

It may be summer, but right now is the best time to make your winter reservations! Thanksgiving to Christmas and April and May still have openings!

03/08/2026

Another sunset or sunrise picture! Which one do you think this is?

01/08/2026

No octopus here, but we always appreciate shell-finders who DON'T take their treasures home! Remember, most of the beaches on St. John are National Park land. Leave only footprints, take only pictures and memories. ❤

27/07/2026

Peek A Boo! Can you see our friend in the tree?

25/07/2026

Sunset or sunrise? I can't tell, can you?