This is Naturalist Assistant Matt Grisnik's account of the NA's trip to Costa Rica, where they learned about much more than the fascinating natural environment....
La Fortuna waterfall |
Our trip took us all over the country starting in the capitol, San Jose, and ending in Guanacaste, on the pacific side of the country. During the time spent in San Jose, we got a look at how other people live in less fortunate areas. This led to me realizing how well off we are here in Bay Village.
Traveling around the country we got to expeience many amazing things. One of these was La Fortuna waterfall. The waterfall was around 200 feet tall, and to get to the bottom you had to climb down some 400 steps. All the way down the view of the waterfall was awesome and the descent was well worth it. At the base of the waterfall we were able to get in and swim, although the water was rather cold I had no problem getting in and swimming. It was really a neat thing to be able to swim right next to a 200-foot waterfall in the middle of the rainforest.
Matt with an example of Costa Rica's wildlife |
Lake Erie Nature & Science Center Naturalist Assistant &
2009 Student Volunteer of the Year