Sunset Watch 2023

Join us this summer for our newest program – Sunset Watch! Because our leatherback nest numbers were lower than expected this season, we are expanding the Hatchling Watch program to share with you more of the natural wonders of Sandy Point. During the visit, your group will start the evening with a short video on … More Sunset Watch 2023

Turtle Watch 2023

NOTICE: Turtle Watch dates for 2023 have been finalized. The link to apply for a nesting turtle watch slot will go live at STXTurtles.com on 15 March so please check back then. NESTING TURTLE WATCH: Applications open 15 March. Program runs Thursday through Saturday nights from 13 April to 20 May (7:30 pm to midnight). … More Turtle Watch 2023

Sea Turtle Release!

Sea Turtle Release! Please join us tomorrow, Friday, 18 November at 2:30 p.m. at Fort Frederik Beach for the release of Mahogany, the loggerhead sea turtle that was found at Frederiksted Pier with injuries and then rehabilitated by Coral World. She is ready to go home! STAR-Sea Turtle Assistance and Rescue 340-690-0474 Read our Press … More Sea Turtle Release!

Is Mona coming home?

Mona, are you returning to us? This month’s update has us excitedly wondering where Mona is headed Mona is halfway between Barbados and St. Vincent and the Grenadines in the Windward Islands, could she be returning to nest this year? (Leatherbacks generally skip a year or two after nesting). We’ll have to see if she … More Is Mona coming home?