Ayurveda

When diet is wrong, medicine is of no use. When diet is correct, medicine is of no need. – Ayurvedic Proverb Ayurveda is often referred to as the “sister” science of Yoga; it was born […]

An Army is Protecting our Forests

Ants are social insects with highly organized communication and coordination skills destined to attack and defend. Out of the 10,000 species of ants in the world, most of them inhabit the tropical forests, creating colonies of thousands […]

Reel Good Times!

So if you’ve ever dreamt of catch and release or catch and then cooking it up for dinner! Sports Fishing, Reel Good Times! – Marea Alta South Pacific Travel Guide, Costa Rica

Tours

Shock Absorbers, essential part of the suspension system

Their main functions are to keep the chassis “connected” to the road, support the vehicle’s weight, and convey the engine’s power through the wheels. Once we understand how vital their role is in the car’s […]

Did you lose your Phone?

Here you have some tips in case you go through the unpleasant experience of losing your cell phone. The first tip is prevention: Always be aware of where your cell phone is, keep it on […]

Dominical eXtreme Games 2013

In a town famous for its big waves and adventurous locals it seemed only natural that Dominical would have its first annual X-games. Hosted by Jen Brummer, owner of Tortilla Flats, the Extreme Games included […]

Neotropical Bird Snake

New residents of Costa Ballena are slowly getting used to sharing the space with the original inhabitants.Human newcomers, whether ticos or foreigners, most likely have found more than one snake either in their gardens, homes, […]

Following the Jaguar’s Tracks

The jaguar was one of the most important animals in the brunkajc culture; its predator’s characteristics made it a creature full of history, myth, and legend. The durij zuquia or shaman believed that the jaguar […]

The Gift of Rain

“Some people feel the rain, others just get wet” – Bob Marley Living in the city, I unconsciously used to consider rain as an obstacle to executing my daily plans. But rain is essential, all […]

Going Green: Water Conservation

While ‘going green’ was once thought to be a passing trend, it has proven to be a necessary lifestyle change if we hope to preserve our natural resources and way of life.

PASE Responsible Consumption: Fishing Techniques

When we start buying and consuming sustainable products it is common to find information on what to avoid, like shrimp caught by trawlers, which I consider to be the biggest predators. In the case of […]

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