Monday, February 20, 2012
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Winding Down in Costa Rica
We are now at our b&b in Escazu, Casa de Los Tias. We had a great time at our final two stops in Arenal and Terono. The lodges were quite different and special in their own ways. From doing zip lines that were up to a half mile long to a tough hike (rocky/rooty trail with many slick parts) that featured a remarkable river of turquoise water. We even tried our hand at horseback riding on the grounds of the La Carolina Lodge. Today we will visit the Gold Museum. Tomorrow we have hired a guide, who we just met today, to take us to Volcan Poas and a coffee plantation. 
** Ken **
Sent from my iPhoneFelines of the Americas
These masks can be found in the National Gold Museum located in San Jose, Costa Rica. They focus on all things about gold especially its use in pre-Columbian America. It's an interesting museum that has a lot of information but I think well remember this the longest. We have a tigrillo, puma, and jaguar. 
** Ken **
Sent from my iPhoneWednesday, February 15, 2012
Monday, February 13, 2012
Shooting the Rapids
I messed up the last note. One of the many rapids Jaun Carlos would guide us through along a 28km stretch of the Pacuare River. This one was modest but there were many with great boat swallowing holes and fast moving chutes. Emit is a lively scenic river with plenty to see. 
** Ken **
Sent from my iPhoneCosta Rica so far
We are finishing up our second full day in Costa Rica and so far the trip has great. We started out with two days of whitewater rafting on the Pacuare River overnighting at the remote Pacuare Lodge. The river was lively and our guide, Jaun Carlos, did a fine job of guiding us through rifles and rapids (including 5 class IV rapids). The water was warm deep green and with the bright sun beaming down on us no one minded getting drenched. It was exhilarating. The lodge was a gem in the jungle. The rooms are sublime and the food exceptional. We loved the place and all agree that more time there woukd be a fine thing. With any luck the rest of the trip will be as good. Though I don't think we need to experience any more tiny room shaking earthquakes like we did this morning at 05:00.
** Ken **
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** Ken **
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Shooting the Rapuds
One of the many rapids Jaun Carlos would guide us through along a 28km stretch of the Pacuare River. This one was modest but there were many with great boat swallowing holes and fast moving chutes. Emit is a lively scenic river with plenty to see.
** Ken **
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