Defining Protected Areas:  In January 2008, the Government of the Virgin Islands approved a comprehensive plan to define the existing and proposed network of terriestrial and marine areas of natural and historical character.  The plan, titled The Protected Area System Plan of the Virgin Islands, 2007 - 2017, fully details the philiosophy, management objectives and approach, and areas of national significance designated for protection by the National Parks Trust.  The plan can be downloaded here