There has been a new addition to the Surf Shak family.  His name is Westy and he is one mean machine.  He is a 1985 Volkswagen Westfalia, all original with a great engine.  This bad boy comes equipped with 2 beds, a full kitchen, a sink and a refrigerator, to keep my Cuba Libre cold.

Our first adventure in Westy was to a new reserve about 2 hours north of Canoa.  A group of amazing people are building a permaculture retreat, in an effort to conserve the forrest and educate people and the local community on sustainable living.  It is easily one of the coolest places I have ever had the pleasure of visiting.  Howler monkeys and spiders, waterfalls and jungle.  Picture living in a tree house, in the middle of the jungle and growing all of your food in the front yard.  The water comes from the river and you can drink it right out of the stream.  This is just the tip of the iceberg for the amount of incredible  experiences that can happen in this reserve.  I have included a couple of pictures that do not do this place justice but you can sort of get the picture.  

The plan is to eventually have consistent tours to this reserve and to raise some money and awareness though responsible tourism and help save this special place.  Through a volunteer program, a lot of great services and experiences can be accomplished and mutually beneficial.  Needless to say we are very excited. Click on Read More for some Great Pics—>. 

Welcome to the Jungle

Looking into the lodge from the front door

sustainable plumbing

Entering into the reserve

Yes! Sweet Van

Sweet Van shot