Here is Matt's recent report. It is a little weak, but it is something.
He gets to go to school today because CR only celebrates soccer games, not our 4th!
Tuesday 6/27: I took it easy on breakfast and only had bread and water. T hen went to school were I found out that my teacher broke is leg over the week end and would not be able to teach today, so I was free to go. I tried to get caught up on my emails and on the soccer matches from my five days in Nicaragua. I also went to the mall to see if there were any movies that I had not seen yet, there was none. I then had a ham and cheese sandwich for lunch, with a coke. I came home and played a little soccer but, was having to much fun watching this 50 year old guy just out play the collage kids on the other court. Finally I came home had spaghetti and went to bed.
Wednesday 6/28: I had pancakes for breakfast then went to school were I had the owner teach me because m teacher called in hurt again. We talked about a lot of tings from cruises, to my summer, to were I would like to travel to most in the world. After that, I went to the internet café, had a hamburger and went on the internet. I like this café over the one in the mall because although they don't speak English they run a café that fells like home. Like one day I bought a pizza at the place next door and brought it over there because I was going to use the internet and had no where else to eat. They saw me come in and gave me a plate to use and a glass of water ate no extra charge. The café is also less then half of the other café in the mall. After the café I came home played some soccer and went to bed at around 11.
Thursday 6/29: I had cereal for breakfast and for class today I had a collage student teach me. It was probably the most boring class I have had while I was here. After class I came home double checked my pick up information for tomorrow and packed. I needed to pack for three days. I checked the forecast it is suppose to rain tomorrow and then be sunny for Saturday and Sunday. I watched some tv with the family then I am going to bed early because I have to be at the Mall of San Pedro at 6:30 tomorrow morning.
Friday 6/30- Sunday 7-2: On the Río Pacuare 3 Day Trip, you'll enjoy one of the most amazing rainforest experiences possible - breathtaking beauty far removed from civilization's rush and heart-pounding excitement. It is certain to be a highlight of your stay in Costa Rica. The Pacuare River is one of the top five rafting rivers in the world for its scenery and rapids. This tropical river is a trip of pure magic, unsurpassed beauty, wildlife and exhilarating rapids.
Day 1 You'll depart San José early in the morning, stopping for a delicious breakfast, at our New Ríos Tropicales Operations Center, before arriving at the river. Once at the river, your friendly and professional guides will load your gear into dry bags, prepare the equipment and give you complete safety and paddle instruction. The first day's Class III rapids welcome you to the Pacuare gorge's charm as you raft deep in the heart of primary rainforest. While your guides prepare you a hearty picnic lunch on the riverbank, you'll be led through the jungle to an enchanting waterfall and pool to swim. Before you know it, you'll arrive at the award-winning Ríos Tropicales Lodge where you can spend the afternoon relaxing, hiking or soaking in our waterfall and pools. Nestled in the jungle on our 1,000-acre private reserve, the lodge offers you all the comforts you need in "Cabecar Indian" style bungalows. Private single and double rooms are spacious with clean linen, and there are modern bathrooms and showers. Electricity is generated by a self-sufficient hydro-plant. Happy Hour will put you in the mood for a tropical evening, followed by a luscious candlelight dinner with wine served by your guides.
Day 2 Don't worry about wake-up time. The beauty of the light through the forest, the sound of toucans and the smell of coffee will get you going. This day is designed to enjoy the lodge surroundings. You can choose a variety of hikes - a 4-5 hour hike high into the Pacuare Reserve; a 2-3 hour hike to nearby waterfalls and pools, or short walks near the lodge - or just relax in a hammock and enjoy nature. Experience a side of the Pacuare few people know!
Day 3 After a hearty breakfast and loading the rafts, you'll prepare to paddle down the Pacuare gorge past gushing waterfalls, serene pools and pounding rapids. A snack stop by the riverside lets you explore more waterfalls and natural waterslides. An adrenaline-packed afternoon running rapids like Upper and Lower Huacas, Cimarron, Dos Montañas and many more, will have you cheering ecstatically. Hot lunch will be served at our New Ríos Tropicales Operations Center. Showers, changing rooms, cold and hot drinks and snacks are also available. On the return drive to San José, you'll enjoy remarkable views of Braulio Carrillo National Park and Irazú Volcano.
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(thanks again, Jim!)
