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IX. Conclusion
The Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge plays an important role in the development of the southern Pacific region of Costa Rica. Its importance is not only because of its protection of the ecological balance and biodiversity but also because of its leadership in tourism, communal development, education, and the quality of life of the area. In order to assure that the area continues to develop in a positive healthy manner it is important that everyone in the zone help to protect the natural beauty which is the great attraction to the foreign tourists so important to the economy of the region.
Hacienda Barú doesn’t produce miracles, but it does create opportunities for the community by attracting a large number of ecotourists to the area. The community realizes this more each day and is working hard to protect and expand its natural treasures in order to assure a prosperous future.
Beyond sustainable
- by Jack Ewing
The Merriam-Webster online dictionary defines the word “sustainable” as: “of, relating to, or being a method of harvesting or using a resource so that the resource is not depleted or seriously damaged.”
The word has been in use for a long time, at least since 1727 according to Merriam-Webster. In recent years, with increased interest in our environment and concern over the rate of depletion of our natural resources, the word has come into popular usage. Information about how to live sustainably is readily available, as are products for sustainable ways of doing things. Energy efficiency is of utmost importance followed by water efficiency, social responsibility, general environmental friendliness and others.
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Discover the mysterious and fascinating ways in which animals and plants-and people-interact with one another in the rainforests of Costa Rica. Author and naturalist Jack Ewing shares a wealth of observations and experiences, gathered from more than three decades of living in southwestern Costa Rica, home to some of the most prolific and diverse ecosystems on Earth. More than just a simple collection of essays, Monkeys are Made of Chocolate is a testament to the wonder of life in all its countless guises, as seen through the eyes of a man with a gift for subtle discernment and a natural flair for storytelling. |
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Black Iguana
This Black Iguana (Ctenosaura similis) likes to sun himself at the entrance to Hacienda Barú Lodge.
We call him “The Boss” because of his attitude of superiority.
Chocolate Monkey Gift Shop
Our Gift Shop is well known in the area for having a wide variety of gifts. Not only will you find T-Shirts, Hammocks and Jewelry, but also a beautiful selection of Costa Rican made Arts and Crafts. Our policy is to buy (as much as possible) from local artisans who work with local materials of a sustainable resource.