St. Croix Environmental Association

SEA ACTIVITIES and EVENTS:
December 2011 - January 2012

SEA offers a variety of free or low-cost activities to explore and better understand our islands environment. Residents and visitors are welcome! SEA strives to provide knowledgeable guides for such activities as shore walks or hikes to better understand our native flora and fauna; visits to the endangered bird rehabilitation program; organic farm visits; star-gazing; and snorkeling trips, to name just a few. If you would like to know more about SEA activities, volunteer as a guide or make suggestions, just email or call SEA at 773-1989.

SEA Turtle Nesting Watches

2012 Dates are TBD

SEA Turtle Hatchling Watches

2012 Dates are TBD

Leatherback sea turtle watches are provided by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge. Nesting watches begin at 8 p.m. and end at midnight or later so are not appropriate for children under 6 years of age. Hatchling watches begin at 5 p.m. and end at 8 p.m. providing an excellent opportunity for young families. You must be a SEA member to attend. Reservations are required.

December 3rd	Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Explore the gallery moist forest of Caledonia Gut with guides Rudy O'Reilly, Jennifer Valiulis, and Carol Cramer-Burke. During this relaxing walk we will learn about the birds, fish, plants, crustaceans, lizards and other animals that specialize in this habitat. The terrain is uneven and some parts are steep so wear sturdy shoes that can get wet (old sneakers would be great). This will be a great activity for families. FREE for children and SEA members, $10 for non-members. Please call 773-1989 to register.
December 28th	Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Bird watching at Mt. Fancy Salt Pond. St. Croix's smallest salt pond is rich in bird life. Join Carol Cramer-Burke, SEA Program Director, to explore the beachfront and salt pond in search of migrant and resident waterbirds. Bring binoculars and field guides, if you have them. Drinking water, hats, and 'mud shoes' are recommended. Please call 773-1989 for registration and directions. FREE for children and SEA members, $10 for non-members.
January 15th	Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Just for the Hike of It! A challenging, get you heart pumpin', hike beginning at Point Udall and proceeding west along Jack and Isaac Bays then up over Goat Hill and return to the starting point. Lynnea Roberts, SEA Environmental Educator, will lead this vigorous activity. Wear closed-toed shoes, sun protection, and bring plenty of water to drink. Please call 773-1989 to register. FREE for SEA members and children, $10 for non-members.