This trip has made me learn a lot and has made me feel comfortable feeling uncomfortable. I’ve learned lots about turtles from Turtle Trax, like how turtles lay eggs and how to best care for them.For example, we began making a hatchery to safely hatch the eggs without the risk of robbers. I have also…

One of the most valuable things I have learned on this trip is the power of passion. When we listen to the people at Turtle Trax, they have so much knowledge and compassion. There are many challenges when it comes to turtle conservation but that doesn’t stop them. It’s amazing to watch the amount of…

Another humbling moment for the turtles crew last night! On our night patrol, we came across some tracks and found a nesting turtle. Students were able to extract the eggs, helping to count them and gently place them in a bag for relocation! While eggs were still being extracted from the nest (92 total!!!), Josie…

I am here… Because I want to gain a new perspective of the world around me and learn more about the marine life, the culture, and the language of Costa Rica. I believe this trip is a once in a lifetime opportunity that will truly benefit me and help me to be more aware of…