Books & Media

Coral Reef Stars: A Galaxy of Undersea Images  $25
By Caroline S. Rogers, PhD
A celebration of life in the waters around St John. All of these photos were taken while Caroline was snorkeling near shore in shallow water around St John, most of which were taken inside the National Park or the Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument. This book contains amazing images of all the stars of the reefs and seagrass beds, the extraordinary fish, turtles and corals that must continue to be protected. Dr. Caroline Rogers is a marine ecologist with the US Geological Survey and has spent over thirty years working to protect the coral reefs and fishes of the Caribbean

 (S&H $5)

 
St John Beach Guide  $25
By Gerald Singer
Excellent guide to St John beaches, giving short, to the point information on what the different beaches have to offer, featuring the photographs of Don Herbert and Steve Simonsen.

(S&H $5)

 

Tracking Trash: Flotsam, Jetsam, and the Science of Ocean Motion   $20
By Loree Griffin Burns, Ph.D.
Chronicles the development of Dr. Curtis Ebbesmeyer’s unique ocean research program monitoring the amount of cargo and trash that has collected in our ocean. A book that makes it clear that trash talks, and we need to listen.

(S&H $5)

 
Establishment of the Virgin Islands National Park DVD   $20

 

An investigation that reveals a fascinating story of a legendary West Indian leader, a gifted artist, and a visionary philanthropist who came together for one common purpose; to preserve and protect the unparalleled beauty of the island of St John and its people for generations to come.

(S&H $5)

 
Off the Beaten Track $20
By Gerald Singer
Your guide to the attractions of St John including: detailed trail maps, historic ruins, the natural environment, flora and fauna, and hidden wonders of the island. Contains 200 color photos. A must-have for anyone wishing to truly explore St John.

(S&H $5)

 
On Foot and By Car   $14.50
By Randall S and Rebecca S. Koladis
Provides a walking tour of Cruz Bay, motor tours of the North side and East End as well as history and culture of St John.

(S&H $5)

 
Field Guide to Native trees & Plants of East End, St John   $30
By Eleanor Gibney
Guide to some of the more distinctive native plants seen on the East End and other arid parts of the Virgin Islands.

(S&H $5)

 
Island Peak to Coral Reef  $20
By Toni Thomas and Barry Devine
A field guide to the plant and marine communities of the Virgin Islands. Includes a fold-out map of St Thomas, St John, and St Croix depicting the various communities in color.

(S&H $5)

 
  A beginning Course Reef Fish Identification DVD  $42
A complete home-study course for learning 50 common fish found in the Caribbean. Includes Reef Fish ID DVD video, survey slate, water-proof fish ID booklet, water-proof survey paper, and free membership to Reef Environmental Education Foundation. Proceeds benefit REEF as well as Friends of the Park.

(S&H $5)

 
Voyage of the Turtle   $16
By Carl Safina
Compelling natural history adventure makes it clear the fate of the Leatherback turtle is in our hands. Join Safina and his colleagues as the track Leatherbacks across the world’s oceans onto remote beaches of every continent.

(S&H $5)

 

St John Photomosaic  By Bill Stelzer
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A unique view of St John is actually a composite of seven different images blended together and enhanced by computer and various complex techniques to show the hidden details and colors of the island. Available with or without labels


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36” x 24”    $145
(S&H $7.50)


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24” x 16”      $85
(S&H $7.59)

 

National Geographic Illustrated trail Map   $12
Water-proof and tear resistant, this fold-out map gives great information on hiking trails, boating, snorkeling, National Park and Coral Reef National Monument.

(S&H $3)

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