The Costa Rican Bird Route Challenge, February 21-27, 2009, is the official opening event of the Costa Rican Bird Route, the first birding trail in Costa Rica. The 13 site birding trail includes 6 new private reserves along with world famous birding areas such as La Selva Biological Station, Selva Verde Lodge, and Laguna Lagarto Lodge. See full article here...
The Reserva Santa Elena has recently been added to the Costa Rican Bird Route (CRBR). This community owned reserve, similar to that of Quebrada Grande, is located in the northwest sector of the CRBR. The community has been very active in developing eco-tourism and community development projects over the last few years and is a good addition to the route. This addition was possible because the Lomas Sardinal site was unable to commit to the contractual responsibilities required of it by Rainforest Biodiversity Group and the CRBR. Look for more information on Reserva Santa Elena on the CRBR website http://www.costaricanbirdroute.com/sites.
