Art and animals

It was a rainy day in the fall of Jackson Hole, a place where we find out in the rule. But the cold and stormy seemed to stay: a great day for the National Museum of Wildlife Art visit: thought only one thing.

In a dramatic cliff overlooking the National Elk Refuge, the National Museum of Wildlife Art of the earth seems like a natural outcrop occur. The location of the museum offers a rare opportunity to observe wildlife in its natural habitat opportunity as well as the work of art that honors them.

From the moment you drive North Jackson, you can see the rock formation of a building - the structure is perfectly suited to the home of the hill and reflects the natural beauty of the area. The building is 51,000 square meters resulting original, adapted to the context and timeless.

Turned her head to the parking lot, you can greeted by sculptures larger than life bronze. A trio of elk overlooking the Elk Refuge, a rustic shaggy bison, elk and all welcome you to what looks like a stone fortress.

The sculptures course designed by award winning landscape architect Walter Hood, is the newest art space open-air museum. This design sets the sculpture in a context of strike Gros Ventre Mountains, overlooking the National Elk Refuge and contains a natural amphitheater that hosts near the museum entrance for programs and presentations. (At some point, the route have thirty permanent and temporary works of art perfectly integrated into the environment.)

A track is divided into several winding trails with bridges and stairs that lead our divided hillside terrain new perspectives and viewpoints. For bikers and hikers easy access way the sculptures connects (via an underpass) to track newly built bicycle Jackson Grand Teton National Park. I found myself walking past installations, the beauty of art and nature, such as native grasses seemed to dance under the statues, pleased with the art, dedicated a part of nature.

To collect the mission of the National Museum of Wildlife Art, to show to interpret, and preserve the art of wildlife with the art of wildlife found highest quality in North America, in the world. The museum enriches and inspires the appreciation and understanding of the relationship between man and nature. As the first art wildlife museum, the National Museum of Wildlife Art is an important resource for organizations and individuals in the relationship between art and wildlife.

I happened to be in a position, during the "catch, Horn, Flesh & Bone" graphic design show Jay Asher visit. It is also interesting because it was the World Rhino Day.

Jay Asher is a dynamic young artist and graphic designer whose conscience designs were sold internationally. Your main goal in recent years has been to educate the public about the illegal trade in ivory and its negative effects on population decline in the world of rhinos and African elephants. Her creations strike immediately convey a clear message about the destructive nature of illegal ivory. As Wildlife Art, which are more akin to something like the Endangered Species portfolio with Andy Warhol, which has a clear social message visually to stop. This exhibition is connected with the recent initiative of the Murie Center, Wild coalition as well as the change of 8 bis 12 October 2014 Festival of Jackson Hole.

When I go with my family, enjoyed discovery gallery for children, a fun activity for children directed by the children. Complete with costumes animal world, a screen, a "piece of paper" and a puppet show, the children can go along the touch, feel and use your own creativity to create both 2D art of living life wild. Children's Discovery Gallery is fun, exciting and very well designed for children to learn about wildlife and the arts.

The history of the Museum of Wildlife Art is also interesting, in 1984, selected 10 founding directors Jackson Hole, Wyoming, with its abundant wildlife, breathtaking mountain scenery and high tourism, as a unique and effective platform for an art museum focuses on images of wildlife . The museum opened its doors for the first time as museum of Wildlife Art of the American West, May 16, 1987, at the Jackson Square.

In 1992, the National Museum of Wildlife Art three-Gallery, 5000 square meter had crossed great showcase. A fundraising campaign was launched to $ 10 million for a new facility and to raise $ 2 million euro for the operation of an endowment fund. In September 1994, the Museum opened its new facilities, 51,000 square-foot building state-of-the-art is showroom, museum expanded programs and education programs.

Represents the culmination of a lifetime of study and collection of wildlife art by Joffe and Bill Kerr, who developed the last 30 years exceeded a collection of animal art in the United States, the museum consists of 14 separate galleries, Sculpture, Museum Shop, Rising Sage Café , Discovery Kids gallery, library and administration areas.

Permanent collection of the museum of over 5,000 cataloged objects, including paintings, sculptures and works on paper by more than 100 artists from the emerging American tribes until the early modern masters. Permanent and temporary exhibitions of the museum are supplemented by innovative science education programs and highlighting art appreciation, art history, science, creative writing and American history.

In fact, a wonderful, deep and creative way to spend a rainy day in Jackson Hole.

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In Savegre Tapir project saves ... Rafiki

One of the most exciting and innovative eco-lodges that are always involved in the programs are really trying to make a difference in the lives of animals that live in the area and to create a favorable environment for the animals and people.

Rafiki Safari Lodge is doing just that. Rafiki is a family operation and Safari Lodge in Costa Rica Savegre Valley. The hotel is located on the central Pacific coast, is an essential part of the biological corridor for many species of Costa Rica. An endangered species in this area is always important, but difficult Tapir.

The Tapirus bairdii or tapir is one of the four species of tapir family, and that is in the Savegre Valley. The tapir is the largest mammals in Central America. Like other tapirs are found in America, Tapir Tapir place called. Tapirs look like pigs impressive master, but they really are more genetically related to rhinos and horses.

Tapir has a brown / white spots on the face and neck smooth dark gray fur. The skin is hard, and therefore valued by humans. Grip have a nose, like the trunk of a short and cut off all the families of elephants tail tapir. A complete development Tapir can weigh around 150 to 800 kilograms and reach a height of 3.5 meters high and 6.5 meters long. A vegetarian, tapir feeds on plants, leaves and even fruits. A lover of water, proximity to water beds, streams and rivers like the Savegre River Valley.

In the warm, tropical days, tapir spend most of the day under water, only with his head. Could even your nose while swimming snorkeling. An adult Baird Tapir usually lead a solitary life and dangerous to approach and attack humans often, when it is too tight. They have sharp teeth and jaws, and the strength of the muscles behind their massive bodies.

Tapir is a large mammal, apart from the few encounters Jaguar has no other natural enemies., The average lifespan of a tapir is approximately 25 or 30 years.

After the Tapir Specialist Group of the IUCN and "tapirs play an essential role in the development and conservation of biological diversity and the role of biological indicators for the need of forests in the region of the tropical ecosystem tapir is one of the most in their habitat., The first type affected by human disturbance due to their size and sensitivity to changes in their habitat area. local extinction or decline in population can lead side effects in the forest caused disruption of processes important environmental (eg robbery and seed dispersal, nutrient cycling) and potentially jeopardize the long-term integrity of the ecosystem and biodiversity. these factors in recent years in connection with the destruction of tapir habitat justifies the urgency of a survey on the state of the population and the development and implementation of management plans and conservation. "

The clearing of forests and the manhunt, have virtually paralyzed the tapir endangered. Laws banning the hunting are rarely enforced and that there is less than 6,000 tapirs released.

The question is, how can you help? Well, Rafiki has a way Ecotourist can now to preserve the habitat of the largest tapir, and educate locals and tourists about created Global Giving.

The Rafiki Tapir Savegre project on creating awareness lurk dedicated in the Savegre River Basin and Tapir Biological Corridor in Costa Rica form. Through private land management, education and scientific studies of the location, Asana and Rafiki hope the paradigm of how people see change local tapirs. We believe that when the advantage to enjoy tapirs in the area are more likely to support conservation efforts and help save the species from extinction.

What is the issue, problem, or challenge?

Savegre River Basin is overwhelmed by the perception of the local population, that nature is responsible for the decline in employment opportunities. Recent changes in forest law, in particular the ban on logging and deforestation have so many jobs in agriculture caused the foundation of the rural economy. Contact many illegal hunting to supplement their diet. Survival of mammals such as tapir is unlikely to occur under such conditions.

How will this project solve this problem?

Rafiki Safari Lodge is one of the few commercial establishments on the basis of conservation along the Savegre river. Today, the hotel offers the opportunity to employ nearly 20% of the nearest municipality. The extension of the model of the tapir tourism project is to stimulate close directly and immediately the economy through increased employment opportunities for the tapir enclosure. The project will also benefit the local economy through the "spill-over" increase in other business opportunities in tourism

Possible long-term effects

The Tapir Savegre Rafiki project is part of the international efforts to reintroduce tapir in the wild in their natural environment. Acquired scientific data Rafiki is invaluable to the future of tapir conservation in Costa Rica and around the world. The project is also a model for other landowners show a sustainable business model with natural resources, without the ecosystem intact.

Funding information:

Please do help save this important corridor Rafiki and styles, please go to:

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Climate protection option for air travel

Being an eco-travelers, one of the things that are difficult to manage for the approach difficult to justify and is confusing as we can, without a trace of solid carbon fossil fuels to travel and some so our trip less impact on the planet.

When I, I realized my flight from United Airlines that my ticket had the motto:

Let the world a better place ™ - Carbon Offset Option

And then:   Sustainable Travel International calculates that offset the amount of CO2 in this range, you can use € 3.01 or another amount.

United with Sustainable Travel International (STI), a non-profit organization, the global climate and environmental organization supports partnership. This gives customers the opportunity to make a contribution to offset their carbon dioxide emissions for the trip with United.

Sustainable Travel International is a company that helps make our mark on something sustainable.

Travel companies are facing a variety of challenges: to increase rising costs, means of escape and the pressure on the bar for sustainable farming practices to reduce impact on the environment.

The real question is what carbon offsetting and how it works?

According to researchers, one climate change is a reduction in emissions of carbon or greenhouse gases to compensate or offset an emission made elsewhere produced carbon dioxide.

The carbon "offsetting must particularly or participating in programs that reduce the carbon in the atmosphere. Many of these programs are the planting of trees, the most common measure, because plants grow climate, absorb carbon dioxide, removing it the atmosphere. Backend Other research in cleaner technologies or conventional alternatives. "

Other organizations that are Carbon Offsets:

Technology companies are challenges into opportunities. These industry leaders understand the long-term success requires that managers are serving goals, while showing how their actions make a difference, to attract customers and increase brand loyalty.

Here Sustainable Travel International is offering - (which is in collaboration with United Airlines):

• Sustainable solutions and tools to destinations DestinationsSustainability: assessment, planning, standards, marketing, sustainable destinations
• Partnerships They strategic partner with businesses of all sizes to the development and implementation of sustainable development initiatives and innovative practices that provide a measurable return on investment.
• STEP feasibility Step System Management provides the tools you need to design and implement its sustainability policy and action plans during the measurement and control its effects and verification efforts. The STEP program involves a series of components with specific industries developed in mind.
• Offset through carbon emissions and climate change programs, helping companies and destinations reduce side effects and mitigate the negative impacts, while protecting the investment in community initiatives and conservation objectives, the future generations.
• TrainingCustomized education, training and sensitization of stakeholders in programs that help build capacity in critical areas of sustainability management, while increasing buy-in for sustainability initiatives.
• Marketing and Sustainability CommunicationsIntegrate in your marketing strategy and product development, the. An increase in visitor numbers and a stronger brand loyalty

It is not for tourists, unless States provides a way to reduce the impact of how we achieve our environmental goals.

It is almost impossible to be "carbon neutral" by saving alone. To remove the last bit of carbon, it is necessary to be creative.

What is carbon neutral? Once you have measured their emissions and do everything possible to reduce it, while on the left side are offset by the purchase of credits from a carbon neutral company.

Climate neutrality is the process by which emissions from a source of carbon credits derived also compared. A carbon credit is a measure created to one tonne of CO2 avoided or eliminated, representing a project to reduce carbon. Emission credits can by enabling activities under the Clean Development Mechanism CDM projects, emissions in developing countries that can be marketed elsewhere reduce created projects are generated. There are two main markets for the buying and selling of carbon credits: voluntary and orderly.

Once you have measured your carbon footprint, you can decide what action to take to reduce your footprint. It can how to avoid the creation of programs in the first place. It may also be opportunities to reduce emissions from a particular activity. To be environmentally neutral, should be "compensated", so that the net emissions of their activities are any remaining emissions equivalent to zero.

Climate units are usually purchased by individuals or companies, and are used to cancel or "offset" that arise during the normal course of business and everyday life issues. Carbon credits are units representing the emission reductions or "reduction" of greenhouse gas emissions.

The reduction is achieved by:

• Reduction or avoidance of emissions - for example, through the use of renewable energies
• Removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it in soil or trees - for example, by growing a forest.

Reducing the amount of carbon emissions you produce is important for the planet and is green, but it is not always easy. You may not be able to check if your power plant that runs on coal or solar, for example (but certainly advocate of solar energy and make your home more energy efficient). Therefore, carbon offsetting has become so popular recently.

"Carbon offsetting is not the silver bullet for the problem of carbon emissions, because they often can not be answered to solve the underlying problem of tree planting, for example, only the existing carbon ;. No production reduce the same, that is, where the ultimate goal should. Yet his offsets Shopping help if you careful about the programs it supports are. "

Check with your travel agency, car rental and Airlines offer the most likely option to modify, reduce, or at least they reach a little help on the impact their target. Planes, trains or automobiles, there is a way to make your trip less impressive.

Eco-Cowboy Up! Triangle C Dude Ranch

Triangle C Ranch has always been my home, I grew up with horses and wildlife around lovable guy - squirrels squeak plate moose. My life has been to drive my pony dedicated MoonDancer within the country, collecting reptiles, wildlife breeding. I like the fact that our garden was shared with coyotes, wolves, bears, moose and elk. Nature has always surrounded the ranch and grow in my career led me today.

The other members of my family Garnick jeans in the best sense of the word. Really live, that the Western way of life and have a talent, their cowboy culture to represent others. Sincere, hardworking and friendly, family members are the ambassadors of the great cowboy. They are wild, fun, music and a lot of them. A family of actors, artists, musicians, passionate personalities who both grew up in the entertainment and preserving its cowboy heritage.

Farm friend was a part of our family heritage Garnick for four generations, Bill and Billie to 98-102 years time every outdoor meal and stories of the old days when just started breeding ranch in the Rocky Mountains. Things have changed a bit the real West, but still.

With a variety of room types, the Triangle C Ranch offers accommodation for all travelers. They are good with many Western and how cowboy life equipped, we have the perfect place for you!

Since the first week of June, our program begins Monday and runs through Saturday. Every day is full of action and offers activities for all ages. Horseback riding, hiking, every day gives you the opportunity to immerse themselves in the life of a cowboy and create lasting memories. This calendar is in place from June to August

Kick off your holiday with a brunch in our Diner Style Wind River Ranch and meet the staff before your horse for the week on the farm to introduced. Enjoy an introductory lesson with one of our jeans and enjoy a walk of discovery for all ages. If you are coming to enjoy the head at the meeting Hack Saloon a variety of appetizers and wine tasting for adults and for children Sarsaparilla sample. After dinner, head to the campfire while enjoying inches of s, and volleyball before going to bed for the night!

Wake up and respond to the pen for a quick trip to the barbecue place for breakfast on the campfire! Youth and children can prepare for the Polar Bear Plunge into the Wind River, while we are encouraged! After the Polar Bear Plunge, children have the opportunity, nature boy Lil where participate on a nature walk ", learning, traps have to live and work in their program outdoorsman price!, You have the option of hiking or fishing in the lake Brooks team in the nature boy program or go on a tour of wildflowers for those who choose, there are afternoon walks in the Absaroka Mountains After dinner, go for the rustic inn, Pine Square Dance No experience is required -..., it is ready to fun have!

Feel Ambitious? Challenge yourself to climb mountains, while in a different light. Most beautiful country The choice of two rounds in the morning and in the evening or a walk all day Pellum lake. If you are interested in visiting the famous Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks for a guided tour. At night, the adults gather for snacks in the lounge, dinner in the dining room of Wind River and then the games in the lounge. Teens get ready for a night on the Moccasin Basin for a barbecue and sleep under the stars. Children can get their parents or spend time with consultants kids to dinner, paint horses and camp with new friends.

If you take the pictures, getting up early for some tips with our resident photographer while we like the horses in the paddock! After breakfast you can take a walk or a few minutes to relax. In the afternoon go to the shooting range and tested. With a variety of activities skeet shooting guns, tomahawk and knife throwing, archery or even, you are sure to find something that is a challenge to find. After the evening events, meet in place for our Steak BBQ Cookout and prepare to sing and brand boots! After a night full of fun, adults Siegel and enjoy an evening of rest in the week tower sunset, while teenagers enjoy riding and children go to Castor cabin for movie night with the consultants.

It's another fun day at the ranch! I need regular.! Take a cycle Wrangler adventurous or spend the morning relaxing! Go for an exciting morning on the back of a horse, or be brave and go Kissinger Ridge for a walk every day! We met for an old grill and even in the stroller in the afternoon or enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the ranch and enjoy the sun! Get ready for an exciting night in the Dubois Rodeo, where children have the opportunity to join band in the excitement of the Dude Ranch Roping and Mutton Bustin.

If you are brave enough to help at dawn and end with cowboys, to measure it in the horses! After the walk this morning to go to the beach, not least participate in the weekend Gymkhana (games on horseback), a barrel and buckin, a farewell tour on horseback. After working up an appetite, follow the scent of Old Fashioned Picnic on the patio of the cottage with views of the Wind River. We will have an awards ceremony, you will not want to miss!

The ranch includes 150 pieces horses and mules. With many animals, is not the ability to match the skills of a driver. A horse will be assigned for the week. Lessons for beginners will be offered daily for an extra in the sand and children over 6 years, can ride their own horse. Miles of trails surrounded by the cowboys of the West, the wind through the majestic mountains, through forests and a variety of animals.

We have family trips, trips and hikes for adults grouped according to their ability. Deletes or riding Wapiti Ridge Lava Mountain, where the world 360 degrees Wyoming. A Ranch Rodeo and Gymkhana for all, with a price of ceremony.

Yellowstone National Park

Only 30 miles from the south entrance of the park located, we offer a guided day trip in Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone offers a unique wildlife viewing and is a place you will never forget. Visit Old Faithful Geyser, wonder geothermal activity can be found in the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Yellowstone Lake Pavilion, research and wildlife. These fabulous miracles occur throughout the year, we organize guided snow coaches Adventure Park in the winter season, click here for more information.

Grand Teton National Park

Towering more than a mile above the Jackson Hole valley known, Grand Teton rises to 13,780 feet. Here is the habitat for a variety of animals, from the smallest insects, fish, birds and large and small mammals. The road north of Triangle C Ranch Jackson has to look first hand in this wild country. If you look closely, you can see the skin of a moose in the willows, or looking for Coyote dinner on Antelope Flats. From the ranch you can change the size of the park experience with the car, boat or on foot.

The Chicago Tribune published the 10 best places to their teens, not Disney World, Universal Studios and Atlantis Paradise Iceland was take a server, TRIANGLE C RANCH!

While in the saddle, make another trip with the family Eco Triangle C Dude Ranch in Wyoming!

Mongolia on horseback

Ask has spent anyone time in Mongolia, and confirmed that the country can be seen from the back of a horse by far the best view, and in fact the only means of transport makes no sense at all. This applies in Mongolia, as nowhere else in the world for three reasons. First, as little comfort for the passengers, the roads are in a terrible state and vehicles manufactured in Russia for sightseeing drive an endurance test rather than comfort. Second, the landscape is ideal for traveling on horseback.

No ... no fences, no power lines, no paved roads and cities to talk about ...

The vast steppe meadow impressive proportions with no fences, no power lines, no paved roads or cities right extends from north to south Russia and China, with nothing but mountains and rivers to balance their line of movement. If the steppe gives way to the mountain, even discordant path and the only way to continue is on foot or on horseback. Finally, the horse is an integral part of the Mongolian people and their culture. Riding is as basic as breathing; is inconceivable that life is without horses. Therefore, a perfect riding sequence in what otherwise might be a rather strange and alien life. The Mongols, in particular in the field, are naturally warm, friendly and quick to laugh. Invite strangers into their Gers, generous and has tea with milk and curd, and answer questions. Those arriving by horse, have the advantage of living in a family environment both cultures, and the conversation then flows faster and easier. Mongolia is large and diverse, and there were many places I was curious ,. I opted for the spirit of the reindeer herders, to Tsaatan nomadic people to see a hike in the mountains without roads to the north and then through mountain passes to Khövsgöl lake has the reputation of being the best views in Mongolia. And because this is a very unusual part of the country, I added another walk in southern Ulaanbaatar steppes along the edge of the Gobi, where the landscape is with the traditional white gers meadows, and herds of domesticated horses, goats and sheep dotted.

Mongolia is unrivaled inhabited woodland, desert, steppe and lakes are more than 15 different ethnic groups a unique area of the geographical and human diversity. Join us on an adventure riding in Mongolia to experience this culture first hand and seat.

The horses are deeply rooted in the culture of Mongolia; They are an indication of the wealth of a man. The pace of life is controlled by the speed of the horse and the horses are woven into Mongolian song, verse and story. Babies learn to ride before walking, and dexterity of a young man measured by his talent as a driver.

This provides an ideal for a small tour to discover surroundings, a way of life has changed since the time of the Golden Horde, as "Devil Riders" Genghis Khan created the largest empire the world has ever known changed.

It is a visually stunning experience of emptiness and expanse on horseback across the steppe quietly without trees, completely free of fences, paved roads, power lines or permanent structures, no evidence of human activity so far extends, except for proper shepherds and their flocks .

The lovingly designed each trip to Mongolia introduced a concept of travel is possible and desirable. You are to live with horses and camel carts in the wild, the choice of nomadic life. This is a call for an active holiday for little effort, but with plenty of rest and fun.

They are south of Ulaanbaatar pass some 120-150 km in treeless steppe. Select bridgehead some good riding horses among the hundreds available. His team moved from camp to camp drawn in traditional wooden carts by Bactrian camels. On the way you pass the families of nomadic herdsmen. Human traits and wide landscape are perhaps the most interesting, since all families in the region are pastoralists. In summer, traveling with their herds in search of greener pastures. Guests of the area are the farmers strong horses, and compete in various competitions Naadam. The Mongolian equestrian tradition is a living cultural heritage from the time of the Huns and Genghis Khan.

A transportation in Mongolia, which makes no sense at all, the horse is. Around the world, different cultures maintain an equestrian tradition - but none can compare Mongols. For these people, the vast grasslands of Inner Asia known as the steppe horse as basic as breathing; is inconceivable that life is without horses. Runners who led my group in the spirit of the reindeer herders rolled Trek as if they were part of his horse, as simple as walking and smiling indeed. Dressed with a horse and Dell, were an independent autonomous unit.

Mongolian horses are short, no more than 14hh, unrefined with rather large heads. They were not wanted for breeding, and remained throughout the centuries as a secret weapon of the Mongols almost intact in the desert. These small horses are hard as modest wire, steadfast, with the incredible strength and is well adapted to the harsh Mongolian winter. Never see the inside of a fenced enclosure, and spend their lives without shoes. On this remarkable horses, Genghis Khan and his army of archers - Golden Horde - they were able to conquer much of Asia and Eastern Europe, has seen the establishment of the largest empire the world.

"I was lucky in Mongolia this summer (2006) when the country is celebrating with a special event his 800th anniversary was a recreation of battle strategies prove Genghis Khan cavalry. 500 mounted warriors thunder instead be wearing leather armor and shouted the call to war. was an impressive show. "Ellen Eco-reviews.

Why do you need to see the whales in Panama

Did you know that Panama is one of the few places in the world with the migrating humpback whales from the northern and southern hemisphere blessed? Hemisphere humpback whales during migration from the south, from July to October of each year thousands of humpback whales that come to Panama to breed and give birth to what a 99% chance to spend time with them in Pearl Islands, off the coast of Panama City. There is a new guide designed to precisely expeditions whales and create a wonderful life experience wild, whale watching companies Panama.

Pearl is a 20 minute flight from Panama City to Hof, and a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There, enter in the shallow waters of the archipelago, humpback whales before birth for the safety and solitude of the islands.

The humpback whale is large and moves up to a length of 12 to 16 m (40-50 feet). It weighs about 36,000 kg (79,000 pounds). Humpback whales often travel up to 25,000 miles per year. While in tropical Panama, humpback whales consume their fat reserves. Their diet consists mostly of krill and small fish. The male whales sing their songs and change each migration season.

Every year thousands of humpback whales are leading the Pacific Coast of Panama. Over a period of four months, from July to October, swimming in the relevant part of their migration waters. This is a great opportunity to go to sea to check the big friendly giant closer. Humpback whales can dive up to 30 minutes but no longer than 15 minutes. Humpback whales can dive (150-210 m) to a depth of 500-700 feet. So no matter what, they were on the surface, so it is ideal for whale watching as they love the shallow waters of the Las Perlas time.

Humpback whales are very acrobatic, often injured by out of the water and then hit the water as they come down. Sometimes turning a failure. Jumps can be used purely for play or can to solve skin parasites or have become a social significance.

Spyhopping is another activity that ventured into the humpback whale's head above water for 30 seconds to have a look around.

Humpback whales also keep her tail out of the water in the air, swinging around and slapped the water surface; This is called lobtailing. It makes a very loud sound hollow. The purpose of the lobtailing is unknown, but may be carried out as a warning to the rest of the sleeve. The humpback whales lobtail more, when the sea rough and stormy. Hitting a flap on the surface of the water is another unexplained hump activity.

Here can you see in Las Perlas, see whales babies and children learn these techniques, as they imitate their mothers and fasteners have. It is truly magical to see!

Best whale watching tours are a mix of inspiration and education. There are so many fascinating facts, stories and secrets about the whales, dolphins, sea life and sea travel - even if you do not see whales - it is a great learning experience.

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Pensions also offer 5 days Whale and Dolphin wisdom in connection with the doctrine of the spiritual aspect of whales and dolphins. Travel with yoga, journaling, meditation, animal communication, energy healing Dolphin, etc.

The Tour has used a number of boats in travel. A sailboat 44 'catamaran for day trips from the city of Panama and the Pearl Islands, or near Isla Coiba used. You can sleep on the boat or stay in a comfortable hotel on the islands of pearls. They also have a yacht 30 'Scarab Sport is fast and can cover a wide range of day trips from the city of Panama Isla Taboga or close all the way to the Pearl Islands. Or a boat glass beads 32 'on the islands. Whales were still below the glass bottom boat to swim!

For more details and information, please visit the website at www.WhaleWatchingPanama.com

Packages include collecting in Panama City, flight to the island of Contadora, accommodation on the beach at The Point Hotel, charter boat every day to see whales, an expert in the interpretation that both guide biology and behavior as well as the spiritual aspect of the whales, and all breakfast and lunch. Prices start at $ 495.00 / person.

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Family Birding in Panama Canopy

Start your day with a chorus of tropical motmots, toucans and fruitcrows.

Your room is on the top of the trees, no more than 40 meters of birds.

Fresh at the beginning of Panama you can great revival of the rain forest of Panama to feel. Blue and Green Shrike-vireos Cotingas, fleeting usually birds high in the treetops, perch right outside our room Canopy Tower.

A staircase in the dining room, a cup of coffee, juice and muffins are waiting for you. At a table near the window moves with binoculars and field guide practice. About the endless jungle Sovereignty National Park, slide a boat through the Panama Canal. Sing the cries of a troop of monkeys rate of distant birds. With a breathtaking view of comfort, you greet the morning sun. Protected by the open window, nature carries on business in the morning.

Do not worry if you are new to bird watching, it is a great place to start. Dozens of species can be seen from his window, most of them clearly illustrated by excellent bird leads Panama. The Canopy Tower is also ideal for those who have a general interest in the study of tropical jungle. Giant, iridescent blue butterflies wing blinking at you as you drive on the twisting road to the tower. Howler monkeys, the surprise overload with a sudden noise. Each shrub, tree and flower seems to be from the last, what the extraordinary diversity of sovereignty.

Family awarded Canopy has two lodges Birdwatching, Canopy Tower, near the city of Panama in national sovereignty Park and Canopy Lodge, in the hills of El Valle de Anton. Both offer birding world class and unique experience of natural history, led by knowledgeable bilingual guides friendship.

The Canopy Tower offers rooms and an observation deck just meters from the jungle canopy, almost on par with delicacies such as bird toucans, tanagers, honeycreepers and hawks, and looks great in two and three-toed sloths and tamarins and howlers wound Geoffroy, two species of monkeys if not almost impossible this property to see! The Canopy Tower, you can see the historic Route pipeline, probably to visit the very best place for bird watching in Central America, and other sites Birdy.

The Canopy Lodge, set with a terrace overlooking the garden rooms and investors in gardens with a stream, you can make specialties Caribbean slope trips to Gaital Cerro La Mesa, Las Minas and other famous sights. Mist arising from dense foliage of the mountain Cerro Gaital over the creek. Inches from the window of his bedroom is, the cloud forest is raging with early birds life.Fruit, freshly baked cakes and delicious coffee (or tea) in hand, sitting on a terrace surrounded by hummingbirds and tanagers under their breakfast.

Your guide leads birding along a narrow forest path along the stream past a waterfall, then to the cloud forest. The sounds and rewarding for new birds is constant.

At the top, a view of the valley - open - the valley. At the bottom, stirring a waiting conservation Panamanian people. Above the waterfall provides the Canopy Adventure a unique experience of living in the trees.

With suspension bridges on a picturesque creek and offers a breathtaking view, is the waterfall "El Chorro Macho", the signature song of the Canopy Adventure and one of the main attractions of El Valle. In less than an hour to pretty easy to complete this step path, you will be amazed by the complexity of this part of the cloud forests of Panama and amazed at the biodiversity that is at your fingertips.

The casual observer sees trees with a tangle of mosses, ferns, orchids and other climbers branched apparently overloaded loaded to the breaking point.

The attentive observer can a sedentary sloth, monkey jungle tamarind or other mammal to spy running through the brush or descendant of a branch. Morpho butterflies cousins are here for hundreds, each exciting hardcore or passionate butterfly butterfly.

Botanists, many related to the number of species in bloom all year round the track. The main attraction is of course birds. A good pair of binoculars and a camera to supplement your experience with this unique course for the whole family!

With almost too much to do, they are ready to go back for lunch on the deck to check your field guide and add it to the list of birds. This is one of the best tropical bird watching, it is, and it deserves, at least once in their life to live.

The new Eco-Lodge offers comfortable Camp Canopy Tented Safari-style in the heart of the most biodiverse region of Darien in Panama, where macaws, hoccos, jaguars and harpy eagles can be found.

They also have a house has been beautifully restored Canal Zone is our Canopy Bed & Breakfast. It is ideal for families and is within walking distance of Pipeline Road, only 10 minutes from the Canopy Tour.

And of course you can Tyrolean and a nature trail Canopy Adventure, enjoy a few minutes walk from the Canopy Lodge. Both the Canopy Lodge and Canopy Adventure is 2 hours from Panama City.

Come and experience for yourself why Newsweek announced: "Today, a stay at the Canopy Tower is one of the first ecotourism experiences in the world."

Happy Birding!

Play Playhouse

"Off-Broadway in Jackson Hole!"

Is Broadway theater entertainment and good food in beautiful Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Welcome allowed to. . . Ackson J Hole Playhouse Originally built in 1915;! Theatre is the oldest framed building in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. This is a professional theater for family dinner with the best Broadway and musical entertainment for the family on this side of the Rockies! Although the family had an operation for 35 years by Garnicks, this may not seem Eco travel, but evening entertainment and local history, menu, local and organic food, and surrounded by beautiful Jackson Hole seems to fit.

A well-preserved theater seems to be enthusiastically supported by locals and tourists. The sound system and the acoustics are good. The talent of the actors / actresses so far from the lights of Broadway and distinction is exceptional! You are looking for a great family activity night is the place to go. The staff at Jackson Hole Playhouse you feel like a family member, the show is still very entertaining and family! Enter entertained from the moment the theater. This is a stop at a dinner show. Great menu selection and fresh organic food restaurants to eat.

The dinner begins:

The Big Buckin 'Burger third pound of fresh lean meat Lockheart perfection and juicy grilled Legacy Jackson - caramelized onions, bacon, cheddar cheese. The Cowboy Classic American Burger in Classic toast.

Black Sheep Burger fourth transparent lb fire pasilla chile mayonnaise red onion roast lamb served on bread Nanniskadii Adobe (traditional Indian bread)

Wrap the chicken, grilled chicken with lettuce, cheese and oregano cotiio mixed dressed in a flour tortilla.

Or try the local barbecue pork reared tire wrap, spicy pulled pork with red cabbage, pickled jicama all delivered in a flour tortilla.

And there are levels salads, dressed organic salad with candied cactus and Granada walnuts, cranberries, red onion, cilantro and Cotija cheese spicy.

Prices from US Fries St. Anthony cut fries or sweet potato fries Idaho Rexburg ID.

Fry Pan w / honey butter, dipped grilled asparagus local roads corn in butter with spices, if desired. Or grilled lamb on a stick to perfection with mint sauce for dipping tender.

The Saddle Rock Saloon served these drinks source of joy and specialties:
Sarsaparilla
Varieties of root beer
Homemade Lemonade
Apple beer
Beer Huckleberry
Local manufacturing, specialty drinks
House malt shakes
Frost, ice cream and baked delights every day something special.

The Playhouse Theatre production of The Legend of play this summer until the end of September. Paint Your Wagon is a Broadway musical with book and lyrics by Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe musical. The story revolves around a mountain man and his daughter and life continues and the love of people is in a mining camp in the California gold rush. Popular songs from the show are "Wand'rin Star": "I talk to the trees" and "Call the Wind Maria." Not only the caliber of Broadway and Off-Broadway in New York are the same artists, some of them even on the stage in New York, if he does not entertain the audience Jackson Hole.

This type of entertainment, an exciting cultural event not to be taken seriously themselves, while stature in the community very seriously, deserves the continued support of the local population and visitors from near and far join the Playhouse 21 September 7 :. 24:00

Jackson Hole Playhouse Play: The Next Act.

In 100 years, the theater is Jackson's oldest building and is in need of an upgrade another 100 plans for the future will take guest rooms, while West charm remains a state of the art. You have to rent more facilities for residents and visitors for weddings, conventions, meetings and other functions. Jackson Hole Playhouse wrapped a family community, which dates back 30 years. This particular theater has the life of theperformers and customers since the doors opened touches. And they want these doors open for 100 years! Please attend this event and help them achieve their goals!

Join us on an evening of art, free entertainment, theater history, free food, champagne, silent auction and entertainment for the kids!

I obviously strongly recommends that you support this amazing theater in Jackson Hole, Wyoming recommended. You will be thoroughly entertained, educated in the history of theater and block together, have fun and enjoy the local food and drinks.

www.jhplayhouse.com

145 West Deloney, Jackson Hole, WY 83001

307.733.6994

Gamboa Rainforest Resort

Located in the jungles of the mystique of sovereignty National Park, on the banks of the Panama Canal, this is a gem of a jungle resort, the Gamboa Rainforest Resort. This exclusive five-star hotel, where the mouth of the Chagres River meets the Panama Canal and is the only resort in the area.

Here is just a short 30 minutes from the city of Panama, on 340 acres overlooking the magnificent Panama Canal, which can be one with nature in a pristine environment in perfect harmony. Few places in the world offer such a great experience nature and at the same time an unprecedented level of luxury.

Panama Tours provides an exciting variety of adventures in the jungle as Aerial Tram tour boat, fishing trips and much more. The tours are specifically designed to give you experience leaves the possibility of wild animals in their natural habitat splendor amid the thick green jungle.

Gamboa Rainforest Resort is for you as much or as little as you like, as you explore the many treasures of Panama and the Sovereignty National Park to do.

Glide through the jungle in the cable car and the jungle look like monkeys and exotic birds in the forest do.See breathtaking views while you sit comfortably in a Swiss cable car system engineering. Glide gently through the treetops, you will find peace and experience the sounds of the rain forest up close. One of the leaders accompany Gamboa to describe the flora and fauna. The road climbs 1.2 miles up the hill, where you., The opportunity to visit the observation tower After walking the spiral ramp, you will discover a panoramic view:

• The Chagres River
• Panama Canal
• Embera Indian Village
• City Gamboa

Take a cruise on Gatun Lake and explore the lush tropical jungle and watch the big ships that make their way through the Panama Canal. To find in the trees above during the boat trip through the Panama Canal in the wind secret paths to hidden islands where Capuchin and howler monkeys can be seen jumping. Sometimes they are curious and dare to take a closer look at the visitors.

This tour is a unique opportunity to see wildlife in their natural habitat. Some animals can be seen on this tour: lazy for two and three fingers, crocodiles, monkeys and turtles that are native Gatun See.The boat to and from the island via the Panama Canal, giving you the opportunity to drive coast to coastal side for large container ships from all over the world.

Take a field trip for bird watching, the sovereign National Park is regarded as one of the most accessible for bird watching and wildlife viewing areas in Central America. You can visit the Rainforest Discovery Center and the observation tower and explore the nature trails near birds, insects, flora and fauna. Ornithologists lovers can also along the prestigious route of the pipeline, which is famous for its bird friends from high yield of birds is to fly. It is one of the best places in America to tropical birds, over 400 species!

Panama Rainforest Discovery Center, near the resort, Gamboa is an eco-tourism and environmental education project of BirdLife Eugene Eisenmann, non-profit foundation whose mission is the conservation of birds through sustainability initiatives, environmental administered. The Discovery Center is 1.2 km worth of trails packed by the forest, for easy mobility of stone and wood platforms. The paths that lead to the observation tower, and a small lake Calamito viewing platforms with benches for resting. Also, if you wish to extend your walk, you can get 2 miles from the entrance of the pipeline route from the visitor center (2.2 miles) walk, or you can continue on pipeline road four kilometers of public roads Sovereignty National Park.

The other interesting thing is the scientific projects currently in the Panama Rainforest Discovery Center (funded by the Foundation avifauna) are:

1. Panama. Observation Tower, a channel for the migration of birds of prey is one of the most important points in the Raptors Ocean Ocean Count, who organized annually by the Panama Audubon Society, is performed. From October 1-15th November guides and volunteer records Hawks, vultures and other birds of prey day 7: 00-5: 12.00 ..
2. Monitoring of migratory birds (MOSI): In Panama Rainforest Discovery MOSI (Monitoring winter survival) in fishing nets from November to March. The station belongs to a network of stations throughout Mesoamerica studying the transit of birds migrate to the southern United States.
3. Weather station and measuring carbon sequestration at the Technical University of Panama: four weather stations are at different locations and the heights of the jungle, measure data such as temperature, humidity and rainfall. Furthermore, it is not a periodic measurement of the amount of carbon to produce the bottom and leaves of trees, the deposition and oxygen. This survey is from the Department of Hydrometeorology Tech University, with faculty and students.
4. Bird monitoring with the University of Panama: The Museum of eddy Biology, Faculty of weekly monitoring birds living in the jungles of Panama Rainforest Discovery Center and the surrounding area.
5. Studies on the conservation status of the green macaw in Panama: there are records of the 1970s, the existence of green macaws in the Pipeline Road. Scientists are studying the feasibility of a possible reintroduction while studying green macaws in Cerro Hoya and elsewhere in Panama and Darien and Bocas del Toro.

In the Panama Canal located for some of the best fishing in Panama freshwater, kayak the historic Chagres or discover the wonders of the mysterious night river safari adventure.

Spend a few days exploring and hiking in the woods or relax in the Sensory Spa by Clarins. The full-service spa offers exclusive products and treatments for relaxation.

The resort has several restaurants for your dining pleasure. Each offers a beautiful view as the backdrop for world-class cuisine, prepared by our team of renowned chefs.

So ES Gamboa!

Agro-Tourism in Panama

Only about 1 1/2 south of David, Panama, La Isleta is a family Agroturistica Castrellón family in the province of Pontevedra in Spain, the livestock of the Andalusian origin, from the colonial period, when the Spaniards first arrived here.

They were pioneers in growing what is now the province of Chiriqui in the Republic of Panama. The Castrellón were farmers for centuries. Because their homeland deserted, they were proud of the growth of the sample homegrown organic lean beef.

The Isleta offers tourists the opportunity to stay and work on their farms, and sometimes participate in the transport of livestock, feed the calves and watch the Cowboys lead the flock at night.

Agro-tourism is a growing industry in Panama and is so broadly defined around the world. Granja, means any operation or activity is based on agriculture, which takes visitors to a farm or ranch. Agritourism has different definitions in different parts of the world, and sometimes refers specifically to farm, but agritourism includes a variety of activities, such as buying the direct production of a farm stand, a maze to navigate feed corn, fruit crops, animals, or just stay and watch from a cabin on a farm.

The small farm Center, University of California, "Agricultural tourism or agritourism, is one alternative for improving the incomes and potential economic viability of small farms and rural communities."

In a time when we are eager to know more about the place, and that is our food comes from, it's a chance to see and some of it first hand. The people more interested in how their food is produced. You want to meet with farmers and processors and to talk to them about what happened in the food production. For many people, the businesses, especially to visit children, the visit is the first time they see the source of their food, whether a dairy cow, an ear of wheat growing in a field, or an apple, you can select the correct tree.

Farmers and ranchers used this interest to develop traffic to your farm or ranch, and concern for the quality of products, and knowledgeable about their products.

La Isleta was my first experience with the Panamanian Agroturistica style, and I must say that I was more than surprised. Upon entering the cafe, where the brothers are server head and sitting at home. The houses that grown vegetables and fresh fish caught in the morning were fine with dill and rosemary spiced beautiful garden. It was a real gourmet taste of Panamanian the middle of nowhere, apparently. But the dessert was even better since I have my glass of Chilean white wine, music began from the kitchen and took the head in her apron, and her bright eyes ... and then, to my surprise, he began to sing! To Opera to be exact! And he was nice, he poured his heart into this song, in the food and the passion to keep the family farm alive.

Then I took a walk through the mangroves, where high water, you can take a boat or kayak to the mouth of the Pacific. Birds of all kinds came to the edge of the mangroves and the water level rose slowly, as the sun went down.

Cattle came in the night, and cries Jeans reflected in water. I went to my cabin on pasture, where I sit and graze these peaceful creatures perched.

In ecotourism, the thinking not always recovered in a very friendly environment, but the reality is that these people were breeding, conservation and care of their life legacy here in this piece Panamanian soil for more than two centuries. His heart and soul lives in what they do and how they serve their food. I suggest that we take a moment and see who, what and where our food comes from From when La Isleta undoubtedly love. I

La Isleta

Address: Remedios, Chiriqui.

Phone: (507) 6402-9600

Web Www.laisletaguabala.com

E-mail laisletaguabala@hotmail.com

If you are in Panama, take time to visit La Isleta to eat for a night or for a bite.
Be sure to ask the opera for dessert! La Isleta is only 5 minutes after the Sentinel in the Santa Lucia River located coming the city of Panama and Santiago, David, which is about 10 minutes after entering Las Lajas Beach to form. Really worth it, if only to prove the divine garden herbs.

Hydration mocks Eco-Travel!

Traveling this summer is a great adventure, but the summer is coming with heat, and with the heat and the sun comes the risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. If you ever travel to tropical countries - there is a greater risk that our bodies and are not on the humidity and temperatures.

Heat stroke is when a person experiences fatigue (extreme tiredness) after a drop in blood pressure and blood volume. It is characterized by a loss of fluids and salts of the body after the heat over a long period causes exposed.

Heat stroke is more serious than heat stroke affection. It occurs when the body temperature is extremely dangerous due to excessive heat. The body can cool and warm.

Staying hydrated is important to have a large key eco-advenuture, and avoid these health problems induced by heat, no matter where you are. As a "green" rating, the remarkable uses the amount of plastic bottles abroad hydration, since it is difficult to know whether the water is safe to drink if it is in a sealed container, so the big question is - how can the environment-conscious To avoid this dilemma?

Here are some tips that pretty easy when you are ready.

Cooking

The old way still works. Boil to kill clean water, what can be hidden, but not intrusive and certainly plan to stay in the city or someone on a recent holiday tourists suitable. But electric water heater is not a bad investment, and also very useful if you want coffee or tea in the room.

Tablets

Another way is to purify water for iodine tablets. Unfortunately, they have a taste most people are terrible and not for long-term use is recommended. The tablets or similar resins include disinfectants release request, with less iodine. These tablets use ions to attack every cell, is the creation of water "is microbiologically pure." These can be purchased online or at any camping supply store.

UV cleaning

This is by far the simplest way to zap error in the aquatic environment. These devices are battery operated and literally DNA or shine "zap germs", so that microbes can not reproduce, making them less dangerous. However, there is concern that some pathogens are not sensitive to certain UV rays.

Filtration

By far the most successful way of water purification filters to ensure that it is not on the water, without taste or require long waiting time. At least in relation to the water - It is used in combination with iodine tablets with water, even in hazardous areas you can be sure. Make sure that you know how to use the filter and is reliable!

Get a stainless steel water bottle, and select an option that best to moisturize for you and your goal and do not forget, and be careful with the following symptoms:

Symptoms of heat exhaustion / stroke:

• Throbbing headache
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• The absence of sweating despite the heat
• Red, hot and dry skin
• Muscle cramps or weakness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Fast heartbeat; either strong or weak
• Rapid and shallow breathing
• Behavior changes: confusion, disorientation
• Foreclosures (caution with diabetics and epileptics)
• Unconsciousness

To avoid heat stroke and exhaustion prevention tips:

• Do not wear tight clothes or too dark. Space for air and wear bright colors keeps you cool.
• Drink plenty of water. You sweat when hot. This is the way the body regulates temperature. Drink more water! Did I mention water?
• Be sure to drink plenty of cold drinks in hot weather, but avoid caffeine and alcohol.
• Eat cold foods such as salads and fruit that have a high water content.
• Spraying water on the skin or put a damp cloth on the back of the neck will help cool
• Taking medication? Check contraindications to exposure to the sun!
• Take it easy during the hottest hours of the day, find a breeze, and some you shade.If leave when it's hot, make sure to apply sunscreen, wear remain a hat and sunglasses in shaded areas when possible .
• NOTHING to do physical for his early days there, getting used to the air for the first time - you can adapt to your body and do not be surprised.

Take your new stainless steel water bottle, filled to the brim with beer cleaned his house, a hat, sunscreen and get out and enjoy the magic Sunshine- just please be careful and prepared. Whatever you is your summer adventures or where you can be sure that you are ready, the things that are handled have come to his unexpected encounter.

Wildlife Expeditions of Teton Science Schools

Has Wildlife Expeditions of Teton Science Schools in Wyoming a well-deserved reputation as a leader of exceptional safari travel and location of wildlife in the desert and around Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. When Jackson Hole, original safari provider and the oldest in Wyoming, offers educational safaris throughout the year in a natural environment of great beauty that are fun for the whole family. Know the nature guide, where moose, elk, bison / buffalo, pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep, mule deer, wolves, grizzly bears, black bears, hawks, eagles, osprey and other wildlife to see.

Grand Teton Expeditions

Located in northwestern Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park preserves a beautiful landscape rich with majestic mountains, pristine lakes and extraordinary wildlife. The steep slope of jagged Teton Range Unlike the valleys and lakes with sage glaciers covered to give the habitat for some of the most spectacular species in the country. t seems that wildlife is never far away in the Grand Teton National Park. In the high mountains, the yellow-bellied marmot he whistles a warning and a golden eagle soars above. To search for insect larvae, a black bear a twisted jaw ripped rotten newspaper. In the valley, a herd of bison graze like a coyote trotting through the sagebrush, looking for a meal. Along the Snake River, an osprey dive into the water far greenhouses cutthroat increases. In a nearby field, a moose on the tender shoots of the willows that grow in the water-rich environment.

Care and shape the environment in which they allowed to survive; are also connected to each other. Some of these relationships are obvious, while others much less. These relationships and connections cross the boundaries of the park. 310,000 acres of the Grand Teton National Park is located in the heart of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem includes over twenty million acres and is left as one of the few almost intact temperate ecosystems on earth. Animals that live This vast region in Grand Teton National Park, depends on survival, migration and living in different areas, depending on the season.
Provide biologists charming, educational safaris to experience the Grand Teton National Park at its finest. Private tours are available for most tours available for a fee.

Yellowstone Expeditions

Yellowstone National Park is America's first national park, established in 1872, among its many treasures are the famous Old Faithful geyser and inspiring Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. The park is also known for its features, world-class assets geological fly fishing and numerous large mammals. Wildlife Expeditions offers excellent opportunities for wildlife observation and interpretation of natural history in the Yellowstone National Park. Private tours are available for most safaris for a fee.

Shipments H iking

Wildlife Expeditions is proud to Forest offer hiking adventures in the Bridger Teton National. Since the beginning of July we are walking safaris offer for visitors about the wildlife biologists and wildflowers in Jackson Hole to learn. Over 1,000 species of vascular plants grow in Grand Teton National Park and its surroundings. Soil conditions, moisture availability, slope, aspect and height to determine where all the plants grow. Plants require similar conditions are most frequently in the same area. These associations are diverse plant communities. It is useful to divide the plants of Grand Teton National Park in the following communities: sagebrush flats, riparian corridors, wetlands, forests and alpine areas.

The valley of Jackson Hole are loose rocky soil, the water can seep through easily. The big green leaf silver sagebrush covered valley. Although at first glance it seems that only the wise grows on the flats, this area is very diverse.

Moisture-loving plants find suitable growth conditions along the Snake River, its tributaries and other wetlands. Poplars and willows narrow leaves that grow in wetlands, grow along the streams, the light green ribbons through the countryside. Wet meadows appropriate precautions, grasses, sedges and wildflowers conditions.

Called gorges, mountains and ridges of glacial debris, moraines contain soils, the moisture can contain. These conditions allow the growth of trees. Conifers dominate these areas, dark green tracks.

Wildlife and wildflowers Hiking:

This experience of a day begins at dawn one morning in the spring of Wild Life Tour in Grand Teton National Park. At the end of the morning you will reach the historic Kelly Campus of Teton Science Schools. Then you can enjoy a picnic style lunch in Grand Teton National Park. After lunch, I went on the trail of the Coyote rock. This hike gains about 500 meters, the total distance is about 4-5 km.

USA Today, the TSS Safari selects followed wolves and bears in Yellowstone, one of the ten amazing adventure around the world.

"When I was on a safari in Africa, I do not really know what to expect a" safari of America "This experience has brought my greatest hope ... I recommend 3 days Wildlife Expedition Teton Science Schools, all experience that Yellowstone and Grand can offer Teton. "

- Pris, Arlington, Texas, USA, June 2014

"[The TSS Discover the Safari] is fantastic. Guides are highly qualified expert geologists and biologists in the environmental sciences., You are so well informed and know exactly where you take in the park to full range of wild animals that you would expect".

- Fiona, Epsom, UK, June 2014

Request Info or call 877.404.6626

Yellowstone Snow Coach

In my view, there is no more magical place to Yellowstone in winter. And I should know, I grew up 5 miles from the entrance to the park in Wyoming. Yellowstone is the oldest national park, most of tourists examined in the summer months, but the Wonderland Winter Wonderland comes to life here in the coldest months of the year. With peaks covered by snow and ice crystals sparkling air covered, looks like an enchanted wonderland with white fairy dust covered. The best way to explore this fascinating park in these months of cold to see the snow-coach.

Well, even if it does not seem to go the eco-friendly way, the Grand Teton National Park, Division of Science and Resource Management has been monitoring both the emission of pollution snow coaches and snowmobiles was noise / sound of the early 1970 The main objective of this work to determine the impact of vehicles on snow in the natural soundscape and the habitats of Yellowstone in winter. By reducing the number of snowmobiles and snow coaches in the park, emissions and noise pollution has declined substantially in the last 10 years. Now, groups of seven guided snowmobile and snow coach tours are the only way to see Yellowstone in winter. By to share the journey with six other passengers, you are reducing the impact of emissions in the park and with the right company the adventure.

This snow coach Yellowstone expedition begins with a morning pick up in Jackson Hole by Triangle C Ranch is a family owned and operated ranch, the current Yellowstone was winter trips in the last 25 years. You go first through the Grand Teton National Park, in the shadow of the rocky peaks of the southern entrance of Yellowstone frosty morning. Chomp Moose on a breakfast of red sauce on the banks of the Snake River frost, snow coach house at the bottom of the world's largest active volcano.

Snowy Continental Divide crosses Old Faithful (or the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, you can select the destination) explore bubbling mud pots, steam geysers and wildlife of the first National Park. Bison shook his shaggy mane in snow banks, undermines the hidden bits of grass, like a bald eagle circles above, in search of an evil being who may have been victims of this harsh climate. Elk herds are pushing around the geyser basin, enjoying the warmth that provides underground volcano. You can find a place in this frozen land that offers little comfort to those cold days. Buffalo, elk, deer and wolves are just some of the animals you see in your snow tour bus, so it is a must for photo enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The best, however, is your local leader in this country in the bone, and can be filled with the biology, ecology and lore- Bergmann and all from the comfort of a heated ski tour. No need to suffer in order to get your fix freezing winter experience. Through the window, wildlife, geothermal energy and magic of survival and beauty unfolds as if a natural history film.

Nothing is as spectacular as seeing the crystalline park in all its glory, is an eco-adventure that you and your family will always remember, You are the moonlight of the return to the hotel full of stories and photos of your shipment Wildlife Yellowstone Winter Wonderland to be.

Guided tours are available from 17 December to 13 March, depending on snow conditions in Yellowstone. Ideal for people of all ages. The price includes pick up and drop from Jackson Snow lunch and taxes. Triangle C Ranch Contact @ trianglec.com or (307)455-2225 for information and reservations.

What is ecotourism and why should I go ...

What is Ecotourism?
Ecotourism is defined as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people." (TIES, 1990)
Ecotourism is the union of nature conservation, communities and sustainable tourism.

Why travel Eco-Friendly?
For what? Because their travel choices make a difference. By choosing sustainable enterprises - support the people and businesses to conserve natural resources, protection of plants and wildlife, and contribute to the well-being of local communities. This is the gateway to the conservation of places, creatures and people EcoTravelers future. Often do not have the impact that we as travelers, as it is "our" time one should think a vacation to go. Little attention has been taken in the past, as we enjoy our holiday, while maintaining and even help the places we have visited. But now is a booming ecotourism industry in the world! With a little research you plan your next trip, you can make a difference as they travel. Nothing better than enjoying the planet, and to know that you help to make it better!

What is sustainable tourism?
Sustainable tourism businesses are those that are profitable, the conservation of natural resources and local communities benefit. Examples of BMPs include water conservation and energy projects to support for population protection, recycling and waste management, and product offerings in restaurants and souvenir shops, and support of indigenous and local communities, local production. Set Sustainable Company Employees also to nearby towns to pay them a decent wage, and additional training.

As you can see the difference?

Research: Before you go, take your time to see the options available to your destination. Some of the best places for ecotourism are not the first that we can find, but with a little research you will find your "eco-gem"
In the hotel: Ask about environmental policies and practices. It means the hotel project development or maintenance of the community? Even large chains now fall in an ecologically and environmentally.
Language: Learn a few words of the local language and use them! Do not be afraid if your pronociation might not be perfect, the fact that his essay makes a big difference.
Colour: Learn more about local conventions and dress accordingly. In many countries, modest dress is important, and if we be as travelers, wearing swimwear on the town or dinner, many places out of the ordinary for this lack of respect will be used, and for travelers wife can send the wrong signal.
Behavior: Be respectful of local citizens' privacy. Ask permission before entering the premises, houses, private or holy land. As a visitor, you must realize that the people live, work and stay alive in the place where you are on holiday. It's your party, but her life.
Photos: Be sensitive to when and where to take the photos / video of the people. Always ask first, and if they pay realized that this is the way they make their living!
Environment: Respect the environment. Never touch or harass wildlife. Always follow designated trails. Keep noise as you are in the national parks or areas of the animals. Keep your distance. Supported by the payment receipt conservation parks and reserves or a donation fee.
Wildlife and forest products: Never purchase crafts, clothing, furniture or other products of animal or plant protected or endangered derived. In many countries it is illegal to carry these products at home, and you do not have all the customs problems!
Pay a fair price: Not overly aggressive bargaining for souvenirs in not. Do not short-change not counseling services. If you ask before leaving the hotel or do a search, you should be able to find more or less the price of souvenirs and beach-switched local error.
Buy Local: Select lodges and hotels locally owned. Use local buses, car rentals and airlines. Eating in local restaurants, shopping in local markets and events and events. Not only will you get a real taste of course, you are the people to help make the very unique place!
Hire local guides: Enrich your experience and support the local economy. , To ask the guides if they are licensed and live. They are recommended by tour operators? The best place to entertain in your hotel and look forward simultaneously online.

Some countries have their own certification programs for ecotourism. Costa Rica, for example, the work on the certification program for sustainable tourism (CST), the to the effect that companies should compensate on the local environment. CSE program focuses on the interaction of the company with the natural and cultural resources, improving the quality of life of the local population and the economic contribution to other national development programs. Other countries have this way, with a little research you can make sure that you followed to contribute to the sustainability of the country you are visiting.

Minimize the impact and awareness of the environment, Eco travel, can provide direct financial benefits for conservation and local communities, and helps to preserve this experience for future generations.

Costa Verde Bed and Breakfast is the answer ...

One type of problem that it, something affordable, green and given things on first landing in a foreign country site to find is overlooking Eco-travelers. Cities are not known for the center of ecotourism, but I found it - with peace and comfort, right in San José, Costa Rica - a bed and breakfast near the city, but all the traffic and crowds.

A charming detached cottage, where you can enjoy the lush tropical gardens, swim in the pool, sunbathe on the terrace, walks in the surrounding mountains or relax in the hot tub ... is a little paradise called Costa Verde Inn.

Enjoy the fresh and cool mountain as the day with a delicious healthy breakfast on the garden terrace air. The grounds are beautiful, swaying with hibiscus flowers and palm fringed and the smell of roasted coffee floating in the breeze. Breakfast is served on the terrace by the pool, and the breakfast is fantastic - fresh local watermelon, star fruit, bananas, rice and beans (a specialty of Costa Rica called Gallo Pinto) wholemeal bread (It is a vegan paradise !!) and Bio grade eggs cooked the way you want, plenty of fresh coffee Costa Rica and even a selection of teas. The best part of the delicious food? Tico delicious breakfast is included in the room rate.

The low temperature of the high mountains no need for air conditioning, but also a good transition for those coming from colder climates, before you are in the heat of the coast.

The rooms are harvested with local art and wood sustainably feels like in a tropical hut are decorated. Open full size beds, spacious rooms and all the windows to let the breeze sweet Tica night. Costa Verde Inn has created a cozy space in a metropolitan area, with plenty of parking and access to the rest of the city.

At night, relax in front of the fireplace in the living room and admire the many maps of the topography of Costa Rica that covers the tables. Large chandelier dominating from old wine bottles produced, and add a funky charm in the glow of the fire on deck. Wine, beer and soft drinks are sold, but there is a restaurant after breakfast. That is, the rooms have a kitchenette with fridge, stove, or you can order from a delivery service, if you do not want to go to food. Located 5-10 minutes, you can find food from sushi to Cuba, or just the head of a local beer and soda for a married Ticos.

The hotel is within walking distance of downtown Escazu, just 20 minutes from San Jose and the airport, the Costa Verde Inn is the perfect place to enjoy the quiet countryside location in the mountains just outside the Capital - a good basis, after landing in San Jose, where you a fascinating day, where staff will be happy to arrange for you to enjoy hiking and adventure.

Costa Rica was the home of the host for 26 years. They use their years of experience to plan your visit and make your Costa Rica home away from home. Employees can from the airport (if required) to ensure the transfer; good advice, if you go to Costa Rica for the first time. Samuel organize a safe driver, the wait is to start an adventure in Costa Rica for you. The staff is friendly, cheerful and understanding of the Eco Traveler and offer very competitive prices on top of everything.

Discover the Costa Verde Inn http://www.costaverdeinn.com, and do not forget to say Vanessa sent!

In the tradition of Costa Rica, Costa Verde Inn, they can honestly say: My house is your house ... / My house is your house ...

Day Eco-Park local park!

Sometimes you go and eco-travel can only be a day in the park. Whether in your own city or while traveling in an urban area, you do not have to leave the city to enjoy the benefits of appeasement, time with family and friends (or a moment of silence for you) in the spending nature.

During my travels, I always try to leave a public park in the city. It is the best place to get an idea of the community to breathe some fresh air, exercise and see a bit of green.

According to APA. "People enjoy the time they spend in the parks of the city, either walking a dog, playing basketball or a picnic Besides these facilities, the recovery is expected, may also parks offer benefits health, a direct contact with nature and a cleaner environment, opportunities for physical activity and social interaction offer ... "

Our city parks are important to our social health and the physical environment.

Parks provide people with nature, known and lend improve welfare some health benefits. To improve opportunities for physical activity in the parks fitness and reduce obesity. Resources parks can reduce the climate, air, and the impact of water pollution on public health.

Take your water bottle, fill a basket with organic picnic and head to the next to enjoy the warm summer days more green space (and do not forget your sunscreen!) My favorite sunscreen ment as natural garden sun goddess, a mineral sunscreen rated annual suns guide to the Environmental Working Group.

My great picnic lunch consisting of:

If only the lunch, and it does not fit the bill, find a fun to play free game, here are some ideas from the old days, which are always fun with family and friends!

• Red Rover - lined up in two rows facing each other, hands and call the people running to the other side to try to break his hands.
• Capture the Flag - you have banners and ribbons and two balls.
• Dodgeball - always a favorite family fun! You need a flexible balloon
• Hideaway - the old classics
• TAG your heart rate!
• Frisbee - Ultimate or regular?
• Football - It's the season of World Cup (also known as soccer)
• The red light / green light
• Freeze Tag

In fact, recent research suggests that exercise is effective - resulting in more confidence, and alleviating anxiety and depression - when in natural surroundings such as parks, rather than along urban roads is done (Bodin and Hartig, 2003). The opportunity for the "green movement" so-called is important for the city parks offer active.

If you are here in one of these urban environments, some of my favorite choices City Park:

Central Park, Manhattan, New York, the city park be best known in the world. Central Park is a green oasis in the center of Manhattan. Attractions the Central Park Zoo, Strawberry Fields, the Boathouse Restaurant and concerts belongs outdoor Summer Stage. You can always find a little green for you, even on the busiest days.

Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California, USA, the highest-ranking city in terms of the services of public parks. This park has it all, and a perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Washington Park, Portland, Oregon has a zoo, several museums, arboretum, garden, Japanese garden, amphi-theater, archery, tennis and more pink, Washington Park Portland, an oasis in the air one of the top five countries healthier cities.

Balboa Park, San Diego, California, playing for a day and sunbathing in the park of 1,200 acres, home to the famous San Diego Zoo. If you are interested in making the most of the attractions sure to buy Balboa pass.

Griffith Park, Los Angeles, California is west of the Golden State Freeway (I-5), roughly between Los Feliz Boulevard in the south and the Ventura Freeway (SR 134) north.

Lincoln Park Conservatory in Chicago, Illinois, you can take a trip to the Lincoln Park Conservatory, with palms and ferns in the old heart of Lincoln Park.

Detroit Metropolitan St. Clare Lake Beach, Illinois has a range of a mile promenade 1600 meters offers a magnificent view of the Lake St. Clair. The recreation center 770 acres is ideal for fishing and picnic - not to mention swimming in the Olympic size pool.

If you are lucky, in a place with more green space or state park, head, hiking, but be sure you bring your leadership is for the birds, plants or animals, so that you can see the locals that occur.

Whatever the Park, the head is not an order-Eco weekend for all ages and cost almost nothing. Support from the community parks as much as you can! Are you, your family and your friends and your planet benefits.

Why do you need to see the whales in Panama

Did you know that Panama is one of the few places in the world with the migrating humpback whales from the northern and southern hemisphere blessed? Hemisphere humpback whales during migration from the south, from July to October of each year thousands of humpback whales that come to Panama to breed and give birth to what a 99% chance to spend time with them in Pearl Islands, off the coast of Panama City. There is a new guide designed to precisely expeditions whales and create a wonderful life experience wild, whale watching companies Panama.

Pearl is a 20 minute flight from Panama City to Hof, and a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There, enter in the shallow waters of the archipelago, humpback whales before birth for the safety and solitude of the islands.

The humpback whale is large and moves up to a length of 12 to 16 m (40-50 feet). It weighs about 36,000 kg (79,000 pounds). Humpback whales often travel up to 25,000 miles per year. While in tropical Panama, humpback whales consume their fat reserves. Their diet consists mostly of krill and small fish. The male whales sing their songs and change each migration season.

Every year thousands of humpback whales are leading the Pacific Coast of Panama. Over a period of four months, from July to October, swimming in the relevant part of their migration waters. This is a great opportunity to go to sea to check the big friendly giant closer. Humpback whales can dive up to 30 minutes but no longer than 15 minutes. Humpback whales can dive (150-210 m) to a depth of 500-700 feet. So no matter what, they were on the surface, so it is ideal for whale watching as they love the shallow waters of the Las Perlas time.

Humpback whales are very acrobatic, often injured by out of the water and then hit the water as they come down. Sometimes turning a failure. Jumps can be used purely for play or can to solve skin parasites or have become a social significance.

Spyhopping is another activity that ventured into the humpback whale's head above water for 30 seconds to have a look around.

Humpback whales also keep her tail out of the water in the air, swinging around and slapped the water surface; This is called lobtailing. It makes a very loud sound hollow. The purpose of the lobtailing is unknown, but may be carried out as a warning to the rest of the sleeve. The humpback whales lobtail more, when the sea rough and stormy. Hitting a flap on the surface of the water is another unexplained hump activity.

Here can you see in Las Perlas, see whales babies and children learn these techniques, as they imitate their mothers and fasteners have. It is truly magical to see!

Best whale watching tours are a mix of inspiration and education. There are so many fascinating facts, stories and secrets about the whales, dolphins, sea life and sea travel - even if you do not see whales - it is a great learning experience.

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Pensions also offer 5 days Whale and Dolphin wisdom in connection with the doctrine of the spiritual aspect of whales and dolphins. Travel with yoga, journaling, meditation, animal communication, energy healing Dolphin, etc.

The Tour has used a number of boats in travel. A sailboat 44 'catamaran for day trips from the city of Panama and the Pearl Islands, or near Isla Coiba used. You can sleep on the boat or stay in a comfortable hotel on the islands of pearls. They also have a yacht 30 'Scarab Sport is fast and can cover a wide range of day trips from the city of Panama Isla Taboga or close all the way to the Pearl Islands. Or a boat glass beads 32 'on the islands. Whales were still below the glass bottom boat to swim!

For more details and information, please visit the website at www.WhaleWatchingPanama.com

Packages include collecting in Panama City, flight to the island of Contadora, accommodation on the beach at The Point Hotel, charter boat every day to see whales, an expert in the interpretation that both guide biology and behavior as well as the spiritual aspect of the whales, and all breakfast and lunch. Prices start at $ 495.00 / person.

Contact:

Ann@whalewatchingtourspanama.com

Family Birding in Panama Canopy

Start your day with a chorus of tropical motmots, toucans and fruitcrows.

Your room is on the top of the trees, no more than 40 meters of birds.

Fresh at the beginning of Panama you can great revival of the rain forest of Panama to feel. Blue and Green Shrike-vireos Cotingas, fleeting usually birds high in the treetops, perch right outside our room Canopy Tower.

A staircase in the dining room, a cup of coffee, juice and muffins are waiting for you. At a table near the window moves with binoculars and field guide practice. About the endless jungle Sovereignty National Park, slide a boat through the Panama Canal. Sing the cries of a troop of monkeys rate of distant birds. With a breathtaking view of comfort, you greet the morning sun. Protected by the open window, nature carries on business in the morning.

Do not worry if you are new to bird watching, it is a great place to start. Dozens of species can be seen from his window, most of them clearly illustrated by excellent bird leads Panama. The Canopy Tower is also ideal for those who have a general interest in the study of tropical jungle. Giant, iridescent blue butterflies wing blinking at you as you drive on the twisting road to the tower. Howler monkeys, the surprise overload with a sudden noise. Each shrub, tree and flower seems to be from the last, what the extraordinary diversity of sovereignty.

Family awarded Canopy has two lodges Birdwatching, Canopy Tower, near the city of Panama in national sovereignty Park and Canopy Lodge, in the hills of El Valle de Anton. Both offer birding world class and unique experience of natural history, led by knowledgeable bilingual guides friendship.

The Canopy Tower offers rooms and an observation deck just meters from the jungle canopy, almost on par with delicacies such as bird toucans, tanagers, honeycreepers and hawks, and looks great in two and three-toed sloths and tamarins and howlers wound Geoffroy, two species of monkeys if not almost impossible this property to see! The Canopy Tower, you can see the historic Route pipeline, probably to visit the very best place for bird watching in Central America, and other sites Birdy.

The Canopy Lodge, set with a terrace overlooking the garden rooms and investors in gardens with a stream, you can make specialties Caribbean slope trips to Gaital Cerro La Mesa, Las Minas and other famous sights. Mist arising from dense foliage of the mountain Cerro Gaital over the creek. Inches from the window of his bedroom is, the cloud forest is raging with early birds life.Fruit, freshly baked cakes and delicious coffee (or tea) in hand, sitting on a terrace surrounded by hummingbirds and tanagers under their breakfast.

Your guide leads birding along a narrow forest path along the stream past a waterfall, then to the cloud forest. The sounds and rewarding for new birds is constant.

At the top, a view of the valley - open - the valley. At the bottom, stirring a waiting conservation Panamanian people. Above the waterfall provides the Canopy Adventure a unique experience of living in the trees.

With suspension bridges on a picturesque creek and offers a breathtaking view, is the waterfall "El Chorro Macho", the signature song of the Canopy Adventure and one of the main attractions of El Valle. In less than an hour to pretty easy to complete this step path, you will be amazed by the complexity of this part of the cloud forests of Panama and amazed at the biodiversity that is at your fingertips.

The casual observer sees trees with a tangle of mosses, ferns, orchids and other climbers branched apparently overloaded loaded to the breaking point.

The attentive observer can a sedentary sloth, monkey jungle tamarind or other mammal to spy running through the brush or descendant of a branch. Morpho butterflies cousins are here for hundreds, each exciting hardcore or passionate butterfly butterfly.

Botanists, many related to the number of species in bloom all year round the track. The main attraction is of course birds. A good pair of binoculars and a camera to supplement your experience with this unique course for the whole family!

With almost too much to do, they are ready to go back for lunch on the deck to check your field guide and add it to the list of birds. This is one of the best tropical bird watching, it is, and it deserves, at least once in their life to live.

The new Eco-Lodge offers comfortable Camp Canopy Tented Safari-style in the heart of the most biodiverse region of Darien in Panama, where macaws, hoccos, jaguars and harpy eagles can be found.

They also have a house has been beautifully restored Canal Zone is our Canopy Bed & Breakfast. It is ideal for families and is within walking distance of Pipeline Road, only 10 minutes from the Canopy Tour.

And of course you can Tyrolean and a nature trail Canopy Adventure, enjoy a few minutes walk from the Canopy Lodge. Both the Canopy Lodge and Canopy Adventure is 2 hours from Panama City.

Come and experience for yourself why Newsweek announced: "Today, a stay at the Canopy Tower is one of the first ecotourism experiences in the world."

Happy Birding!

EcoTrippin & # 039; Santa Catalina, California

Nothing is as magical as you go on a boat in California crisp morning, watching the blue waves dip on the horizon, everything is colored with bluish dawn. The gulls float above the water as the coast of the coast moved away. But what is better than a day at sea? Of course, a day at sea!

Only 26 miles off the coast of Southern California, the Santa Catalina Island is an ideal destination for ecotourism, water lovers of all levels of experience, and eco-travelers seeking a little rest and relaxation, away from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. The small ledge often as Catalina Iceland, or just Catalina.

Catalina archipelago is part of the Channel Islands.   The Channel Islands and the Northern Channel Islands in the south - the eight islands are divided into two groups.   Catalina Iceland is one of the four southern Channel Islands. Two bus companies have regular on Catalina Iceland, starting from four communities on the continent:

Catalina Iceland is not only one of the eight islands with a large permanent civilian settlement from the city of Avalon and Two Harbors city.

The picturesque town of Avalon is only one mile. And a big thank-Eco-Avalon is the only city in California authorized by the state legislature, the number and size of vehicles driving to settle on city streets is allowed. Currently there is a waiting list of 14 years of owning a car on the island! But visitors do not have to have a car in Avalon; it is easy to explore on foot. The picturesque harbor offers embedded Avalon a good excuse to relax and enjoy the view.This makes traveling around the island in the short and simple. Many residents year 4000 across around the island just walk everywhere, though some used golf cart over distances.

George Shatto founded the quaint town of Avalon in 1887 after changing hands several times, the island of chewing gum magnate William Wrigley in 1919 was at Wrigley to be purchased to make the island a mecca for recreation and education.

After the death of William Wrigley, built the family and turned over 90 percent of the land on the island of Santa Catalina Iceland Conservancy. Today sits down on the original intentions of the Wrigley conservation work, while preserving the ecological integrity of the island.

Catalina Iceland offers visitors the right camping comfortable hotel right on the beach cottages, youth hostels family well-appointed condominiums night, this elegant 4-star guest house campaign tent lovely cottage. Whatever your budget, Catalina has a place to relax and rejuvenate.

My favorite little gem ecotourism is the Inn on Mount Ada. The former "Summer House" is a beautiful wonderful place to stay with the best view of Avalon. The Inn is a Bed-and-Breakfast in the former home of William Wrigley, from chewing gum fame. The hotel is elegant and beautiful, so I stay in the state. The room rate includes a full breakfast and lunch as well as snacks, wine and beer and ice cream during the day. It also includes a 24-hour access to a golf cart to go back at the end and move Avalon. But nothing compares to their incredible brunch., You have a do-it-yourself during lunch, mimosas and blood Marys Bar.

But the real reason to leave the beautiful island of Catalina is to go under.

One of the best things about the marine environment of Catalina is accessibility. Virtually anywhere with water is a great place to go and explore - Diving is one of the best ways to do it. You can rent diving equipment of the hotel or in most stores around the island

Enjoy the beauty of the island of Catalina and out of the water with the first dive in California. Catalina Catalina Scuba Luv Luv was recently elected as a PADI five-star resort because of its lightness, Boots state-of-the-art luxury and the staff friendly and efficient diving.

If you prefer a guided snorkel and experience, you are invited to a show King Neptune dive aboard the dive boat all day. If you do this, you can exit from the loop or the park and diving to explore one of the many other sites in the beautiful island of Santa Catalina.

There is no better way to get aboard the Catalina King Neptune spacious and luxurious diving experience. 56 miles of coastline and more than 150 sites, the possibilities are endless.

The boat is equipped with a full kitchen, a large amount of protection against the sun, and two functional heads (toilets). Divers receive a briefing on the dive and be monitored by the divemaster on the boat.

Catalina Scuba Luv first operations facility to learn to dive. People who have no experience try our Discover Scuba class for a short video and hear a presentation by one of our experienced instructors. Then you can "Discover Scuba" from land or boat.

If you are known and even have their own team of diving and kayaking coast are the most popular ways to go diving on two ports. You can rent all their equipment and kayaks two ports Dive & Recreation Center. You can also enter the water immediately two quiet harbors, sandy beaches, snorkel or kayak designed specifically for a secluded cove. And if you want, instructors are available for guided kayak or canoe / snorkel diving. - More Diving

Whatever you see, above or below the surface of the Santa Catalina Island is worth seeing .... paradise is only a ferry ride!