Office of the Commissioner 
 
 
 
 
 Contact: Jamal Nielsen, Media Relations Coordinator 
jamal.nielsen@dpnr.vi.gov 
 
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 
 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
 
DPNR HOSTS FREE YOGA AND NATURE WALK AT  
ESTATE GREAT POND ON DECEMBER 5 
Commissioner Jean-Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources 
(DPNR) announces an exciting outdoor event hosted by the Division of Coastal Zone 
Management in partnership with Friends of the St. Croix East End Marine Park. Join us 
for Yoga and Nature Walk on Friday, December 5th at Estate Great Pond (former Camp 
Arawak site). 
Event Schedule: 
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Yoga: 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 
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Nature Walk: 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 
Start your morning with a gentle vinyasa yoga session led by the St. Croix East End Marine 
Park Outreach Coordinator, followed by a relaxed nature walk through the park. During 
the walk, participants will learn about local plants and wildlife, as well as upcoming 
initiatives to protect the island’s natural resources. 
This is an outdoor event, so advance registration is recommended. Please bring: 
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A yoga mat or towel 
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A water bottle 
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Light, comfortable clothing 
Details: 
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Cost: Free 
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Ages: 8 and up 
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RSVP Required (space is limited) 
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For more information call: (340) 718-3367 or email stxeempoutreach@dpnr.vi.gov 
Or register online by searching “Yoga and Nature Walk” on Eventbrite. 
Come connect with nature, move your body, and learn how we’re working to preserve St. 
Croix’s beautiful environment!