NatParks-Ryan+M.


 * The Reef**


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The Reef in the Virgin Islands became a National Park in 1956. This park became a park simply because it is beautiful and someone felt it would be great to preserve this land. This park is a natural park because it is not man made and is not altered by humans; only nature. It was donated by Lawrence Rockefeller.
 * Park Profile** ||< * Located off the 3 mile belt of St. John.
 * In the British Virgin Islands.
 * There is just under three million visitors of this national park a year.
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 * History**
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 * History**

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Yearly high's are in the mid 90's and lows in the lower 70's. There are ecosystems in the water, and in plants. Air and water quality are very good due to the low amount of any industrialization.There are 140 species of birds, 302 species of fish, 7 species of amphibians, 22 species of mammals and 740 species of plants inhabiting the Island. In addition there are about 50 corals species and numerous gorgonians.
 * Environment**

At The Reef, there is a lot to do, most of which includes water. Overall, this is a great national park, where there will never be a dull moment!
 * Recreation**
 * Snorkeling
 * __Swimming__
 * Diving
 * Tanning
 * Hiking
 * Relaxing!

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 * __Work__ Cited**

I gotta hand it to you, nice work! I know Sharon and Andy are gonna be super proud of you! :) Just super Ryan! You make me want to go visit this reef here want to be my explorer buddy?!