Age: 20 Hometown: Lima, Peru Family: Mother, father, two sisters and dog, Bambi. Studies: Forestry engineering and agronomy at EARTH University in Guácimo, Costa Rica Almeyda was admitted to EARTH University, home to students from 23 countries, after completing a rigorous application process. Many students who attend the university come from impoverished backgrounds and receive … Continue reading
MONTEVERDE, Costa Rica – Walking along dirt trails engulfed in darkness, participants at the Wildlife Refuge night tour in Monteverde have only narrow beams of light from small flashlights for guidance. On this cool July night, tourgoers are treated to sights of insects that resemble leaves, a trio of rare oil birds, and a mother … Continue reading