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TRAVEL --> Bridge out between on the Inter-American highway, cutting off access to the Guanacaste region. Should be open by Tuesday, but for now there is only access through Fortuna and the Paquera ferry.

--> Carnival starts this week on the Caribbean coast port of Limon. August 8th starts it off with a calypso concert at the Black Star Line. August 23rd marks the finale with the big parade, dancing, and costume contests.

--> American Airlines and Spririt are offering trips to Costa Rica for $240 RT from Miami and Fort Lauderdale on select dates in August - November. Lacsa flights as low as $189 in October. Contact us now to lock these in.

--> Daniella Navarro, a 12 year old piano prodigy from Liberia, just returned from France after winning a international competition. She will be playing at a fundraiser on August 10th called "Piano and Painting Under the Stars" at the Club de Playa de Pacífico on Playas del Coco. For more information on how to help or for tickets, email Carlos Hiller or call him at 2666-4878.

CONTESTS --> Billabong USA will sponsor the ISA World Games scheduled to be held in July 31st through August 8th 2009 in Costa Rica where 49 member countries will be invited to compete as national teams. Read more..

--> The next Puerto Viejo Open Pro surf tournament is set for THIS WEEKEND Aug. 9 at 8 a.m. at the beach break in Playa Cocles. Mark it on your calendars, as these tournaments are always lots of fun. For entry information, contact Beto at 8885-9688, or email the Cashew Hill Lodge.

--> A Surf contest just for the Masters Division with CASH prizes will be held behind Terraza del Pacifico in Playa Hermosa on the weekend of August 30-31st. This event is for any surfer 35 or older. Sign up at the hotel the Friday night before the event, and there's also a night surfing contest open to all ages.

ENVIRONMENT --> The Marina in Puerto Viejo will NOT be built, due to the protests of community members and the group - www.salvemospuertoviejo.com. Read more..

--> You can help the Tamarindo chapter of the Surfrider Foundation with their education program, water quality work, and fundraising efforts. Email chairman Lock Cooper to join.

--> Read the letter I wrote to the Tico Times and A.M. Costa Rica regarding the unchecked development happening in Costa Rica. If you are concerned that they are polluting surfbreaks and destroying the coastal ecosystem, then you have to raise your voice! Contact me if you can help.

--> Here is a New Video in Spanish (with English subtitles) demonstrating the problem that communities have all over Costa Rica - the loss of water quality and quantity. It was made by CAVU, who did low aerial surveys covering Uvita and the Osa Peninsula.

SHOP --> The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop and you don't even have to pay for standard shipping! Find boardbags, books, backpacks, maps, and straps- all you need for your next trip.

--> Looking for some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.

** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (8/2) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: All beach breaks are sloppy and closed out today. Late afternoon thunderstorms

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): More of the same this weekend - new swell expected Monday - head high or better - and most beaches will have good conditions.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Mal Pais reefs may catch some of the south swell. After Monday or Tuesday, Playa Carmen should be good for all levels.

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TRAVEL --> American Airlines offering trips to Costa Rica for $240 RT from Miami and Fort Lauderdale on select dates in August - October. Lacsa flights as low as $189 in October. Contact us now to lock these in.

--> Costa Rica celebrated the annexation of the province of Guanacaste last Friday. However, on MONDAY (7/28) the country will also be on holiday so banks, schools, and government facilities will be closed.

--> The Tamarindo Lifeguard Program so far is a success. The three guards are in the tower six days a week, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last month they rescued 20 people from the currents and assisted in numerous surf-related injuries. In addition there was a Tamarindo Scavenger Hunt which took place at Hotel Pasatiempo that raised $1,300 for them. And the Surf Club Sports Bar in Langosta added another $780 by hosting Lifeguard Bingo.

--> Daniella Navarro, a 12 year old piano prodigy from Liberia, just returned from France after winning a international competition. She will be playing at a fundraiser on August 10th called "Piano and Painting Under the Stars" at the Club de Playa de Pacífico on Playas del Coco. For more information on how to help or for tickets, email Carlos Hiller or call him at 2666-4878.

CONTESTS --> The next Puerto Viejo Open Pro surf tournament is set for Aug. 9 at 8 a.m. at the beach break in Playa Cocles. Mark it on your calendars, as these tournaments are always lots of fun. For entry information, contact Beto at 8885-9688, or email the Cashew Hill Lodge.

--> Former women's champ, Andrea Díaz of Waves Costa Rica recently opened a new office in Jacó, above Pollo Express and across from Century 21. Waves Costa Rica offers customized surf tours for surfers of all levels and is a Costa Rican tour company operated by local Ticos eager to share their knowledge of the country's bountiful surf spots and friendly culture.

--> Frederico Pilurzo from Playa Langosta competed in the Honda US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach, CA. After winning his first heats, he did not make it past the round of 96. Julian Wilson from Australia won that heat with a 14.55 to Pilurzo's 10.3. He is still the only representative on the WQS from Central America.

ENVIRONMENT --> Last month, Waves Costa Rica Surf School, with Roxy and Quiksilver, launched June as international month of the environment, a campaign about the need to protect the Playa Hermosa-Punta Mala National Wildlife Refuge. The campaign includes the "Blue Book" with 10 tips on how to stop ocean pollution. Those who want to be part of the campaign are invited to stop by Andrea's new office for stickers and a copy of the book.

--> Next Surfrider Tamarindo meeting, 7 p.m. at the Surf Club in Playa Langosta. You can help the group with the education program, water quality work, and fundraising efforts. Email chairman Lock Cooper to join.

--> Read the letter I wrote to the Tico Times and A.M. Costa Rica regarding the unchecked development happening in Costa Rica. If you are concerned that they are polluting surfbreaks and destroying the coastal ecosystem, then you have to raise your voice! Contact me if you can help.

--> Here is a New Video in Spanish (with Engish subtitles) demonstrating the problem that communities have all over Costa Rica - the loss of water quality and quantity. It was made by CAVU, who did low aerial surveys covering Uvita and the Osa Peninsula.

SHOP --> FREE SHIPPING on all orders !! The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop. Find boardbags, books, backpacks, maps, and straps- all you need for your next trip.

--> Looking for some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.

** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (7/26) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Head high, clean lines, have to work the tides.

** From Steve at Jazzys River House in Dominical (7/26) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: wednesday and thursday were classic Dominical peaks - well overhead, thick and fast, clean and mean. Too much fun to be legal. small crowd, grey skies, warm water, dolphins at the mouth, backside barrels for Andrew and Steve. Third time not a charm. Friday early, wrecked and surly. Drop in size, blown out and junky but cleaning up on the outgoing tide.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Building size we hope and expecting regular rains and heavy river flow with attendant peaks and rips.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Dominical though good reports from Playa Hermosa (near Uvita) the past few days.

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Dominical Lifeguard Fundraiser a big success! Last Friday night Taylor at Que Nivel hosted a welcoming party for new lifeguard Andrew Webster from Encinitas, CA. Over $6000 was raised, a fine nights work for a small community.

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TRAVEL - American Airlines offering trips to Costa Rica for $240 RT from Miami and Fort Lauderdale on select dates in August - October. Lacsa flights as low as $189 in October. Contact us now to lock these in.

Cheryl and Ann McKillican announced that after four months, the Tamarindo Lifeguard Program is a wonderful success. The three guards are in the tower six days a week, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last month, they rescued 20 people from the currents and assisted in numerous surf-related injuries. In addition, the Tamarindo Scavenger Hunt, which took place May 31 at Hotel Pasatiempo, raised $1,300, and the Lifeguard Bingo, hosted by Surf Club Sports Bar, added another $780 to the coffers.

CONTESTS - The next Puerto Viejo Open Pro surf tournament is set for Aug. 9 at 8 a.m. at the beach break in Playa Cocles. Mark it on your calendars, as these tournaments are always lots of fun. For entry information, contact Beto at 8885-9688, or email.

Former women's champ, Andrea Díaz of Waves Costa Rica recently opened a new office in Jacó, above Pollo Express and across from Century 21. Waves Costa Rica offers customized surf tours for surfers of all levels and is a Costa Rican tour company operated by local Ticos eager to share their knowledge of the country's bountiful surf spots and friendly culture. Last month, Waves Costa Rica Surf School, with Roxy and Quiksilver, launched June as international month of the environment, a campaign about the need to protect the Playa Hermosa-Punta Mala National Wildlife Refuge. The campaign includes the "Blue Book" with 10 tips on how to stop ocean pollution. Those who want to be part of the campaign are invited to stop by Andrea's new office for stickers and a copy of the book.

ENVIRONMENT -New Video - En Espanol (with Engish subtitles) Demonstrating the problem that communities all over Costa Rica - the loss of water quality and quantity. From CAVU, covering Uvita and the Osa Peninsula.

SHOP - FREE SHIPPING on all orders !! The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop. Find boardbags, books, backpacks, maps, and straps- all you need for your next trip.

Looking for some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.

** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco - (7/19)

News and upcoming events (Noticias y eventos): Abraham Lorenzo Bird aka LO or Lorenzo, one of my best friends and life companions passed away this past Sunday of apparent "natural causes" he was 34 years young , fantastic human being ,surfer and waterman who helped so many people join us in our surfing lifestyle . We will miss him immensely and will hold a memorial service for him at the end of the street in front of Copacabana at approximately 4 p.m. Sunday (7/20) to coincide with the high tide . Anyone who wishes to join us in this farewell paddle out are welcome to ! Thanks !

** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (7/19) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Well, finally we have some size, but I'm sorry to say it isn't what was predicted and there is alot of storm slop on top of the swell. I did get a couple of good drops today at the point, but the rides were very uneven and soft.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): We should have a good swell for the next few days and are hoping for some relief from the wind.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The beach is totally closed out and ugly, the point is choppy, Playa Hermosa is sloppy, hmmm...

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Reports that the Dominical Lifeguards had a good fund-raiser yesterday. If you'd like to add to the safety of our beaches, please go to www.DominicalLifeguards.org and donate. Every little bit helps.

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TRAVEL - 6-25 - The Soulstice Pro was a big success. Great waves and turnout for the event. Read more..

CONTESTS - July 5th-6th is the Eternal Crown Surf Contest hosted by the Christian Surfers group in Jaco. This is now a full blown, 2-day event with categories for Juniors, Open, Women, Boogie Boards, and Expression Sessions. For more information, email them at cscrjaco@....

ENVIRONMENT - Corporate giant Wal-Mart, owners of Costa Rican supermarket chains Más x
Menos and Hipermas, has stopped selling billfish, whose populations are declining.
"It's the first step." Read more ..

SHOP - How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.

How about some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.

** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (7/5) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Sets head high or better - good conditions when you work around the rain. Some sun every day - some rain every day or night.

** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco - (7/5)

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Okay its only 2-4 ft but still quite fun with the afternoon rains arriving right on time . Christain Surfers are throwing a contest out front and enjoying the nice surf conditions ! Hope you all enjoyed your 4th ! PURA VIDA ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF

** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (6/28) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Chest to head high with good long runs for Dominical. The red tide is still smelling things up a bit, but it is mostly gone now. Medium mid-day wind but good in the morning and evening.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): A little swell is coming that should push the waves to head high with overhead sets over the weekend. Monday and Tuesday look a little less defined.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Anywhere along the beach at Dominical or Hermosa.

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TRAVEL - 6/15 - Spirit Air is offering trips from Ft. Lauderdale to San Jose for $89 each way plus taxes, and $129 each way from Orlando. These prices are good for Tuesday/Wednesday travel until November 20th. Go to www.spiritair.com to book your flight directly or contact us to help plan your entire trip. We can create fully customizable Surf Trips to meet every budget and skill level !!

CONTESTS - July 5th-6th is the Eternal Crown Surf Contest hosted by the Christian Surfers group in Jaco. This is now a full blown, 2-day event with categories for Juniors, Open, Women, Boogie Boards, and Expression Sessions. For more information, email them at cscrjaco@....

ENVIRONMENT - Corporate giant Wal-Mart, owners of Costa Rican supermarket chains Más x
Menos and Hipermas, has stopped selling billfish, whose populations are declining.
"It's the first step." Read more ..

SHOP - How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.

How about some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.

** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco - (6/28)

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Small fun surf with the occasional chest high set with close intervals , kind of straight on so you got to pick and choose but still quite fun ! Rains aren't even a real factor and the redtide is almost gone ! Pura Vida ! E-mail us or call us at 2643-3760 and we can set you up with a rental for less than your airline fees.

** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (6/28) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Chest to head high with good long runs for Dominical. The red tide is still smelling things up a bit, but it is mostly gone now. Medium mid-day wind but good in the morning and evening.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): A little swell is coming that should push the waves to head high with overhead sets over the weekend. Monday and Tuesday look a little less defined.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Anywhere along the beach at Dominical or Hermosa.

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TRAVEL - 6/15 - Spirit Air is offering trips from Ft. Lauderdale to San Jose for $89 each way plus taxes, and $129 each way from Orlando. These prices are good for Tuesday/Wednesday travel until November 20th. Go to www.spiritair.com to book your flight directly or contact us to help plan your entire trip. We can create fully customizable Surf Trips to meet every budget and skill level !!

CONTESTS - July 5th-6th is the Eternal Crown Surf Contest hosted by the Christian Surfers group in Jaco. This is now a full blown, 2-day event with categories for Juniors, Open, Women, Boogie Boards, and Expression Sessions. For more information, email them at cscrjaco@....

ENVIRONMENT - Surfrider Foundation Tamarindo chapter meeting, June 26th at 7 p.m. at the Surf Club Sports Bar in Playa Langosta. Win one for the Lifeguards!! Come play BINGO at the Surf Club on Saturday June 28 at 7 PM .  All proceeds go to the Lifegaurd Program.    You play, everyone wins! Saturday beach clean-up moves to SUNDAY, JUNE 29 in order to re-paint lifeguard towers in conjunction with Scotiabank. 9AM Main beach parking lot 

SHOP - How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.

How about some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.

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TRAVEL - 6/15 - Spirit Air is offering trips from Ft. Lauderdale to San Jose for $89 each way plus taxes, and $129 each way from Orlando. These prices are good for Tuesday/Wednesday travel until November 20th. Go to www.spiritair.com to book your flight directly or contact us to help plan your entire trip. We can create fully customizable Surf Trips to meet every budget and skill level !!

6/13 - Even though the Ministry of Public Works and Transportation re-opened traffic on the southern Pan American Highway, the number of vehicles was much smaller than on any regular day, authorities report. The road is open only 5 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the highway police regulates tightly regarding speed, since many spots are muddy and skidding off the road is a permanent danger. In the meantime, repairs continue at the fastest rhythm possible, but the works won't be completed in less than six weeks, according to the engineers in charge. Traffic is also backing up at the bridges north and south of Parrita, along the coastal highway, so give yourself extra time for driving.

CONTESTS - Witch's Rock Surf Camp hosted a benefit for its sponsored surfer, Luis Castro, ranked ninth in Costa Rica, who is in need of knee surgery that will cost $3,500. The benefit raised some money, but not quite enough to cover the costs. For information on how to donate to help this young man, please e-mail Ellen Zoe or Marcela @ Witchsrocksurfcamp.com.

From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.

The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.

ENVIRONMENT - Disco night Friday 6/20 at the Voodoo Lounge in Tamarindo. The fundraiser is planned to help out the local Surfrider Foundation chapter. Check out their cool flyer.

SHOP - How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.

How about some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.

** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (6/14) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Head high - fun waves.  Good conditions when the wind isn't on it.  Not much rain.

** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (6/15) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Very peaky waves making for good low tide surfing at Dominical.  They are about head high with a bit of wind chopping it up.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Same expected throughout the week

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The beaches at Playa Hermosa or Dominical

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TRAVEL - Interamerican Highway STILL closed in parts from San Jose to San Isidro due to mudslides and damaged roads. All travel must go through Jaco and Dominical to the Southern Zone. Traffic is backing up at the bridges north and south of Parrita so give yourself extra time for driving.

Tropical Storm Alma caused some major damage and flooding to communities on the Pacific Coast. Donations to help Red Cross Alma relief efforts can be deposited in Banco Nacional account 100100-7, Banco de Costa Rica account 176003-3 or Banco Popular account 5000-8. The organization is also seeking donations of food and cleaning supplies; for information, call 2233-7279 or 2280-6464.

NOW Fully Customizable Surf Trips to meet every budget and skill level !!

CONTESTS - COSTA RICANS finish 2nd best behind Peru for Latin American Surfers. Continued... All the action and heat sheets can be seen at - www.isaworldchamp.com

From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.

The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.

ENVIRONMENT - The Ocotal Beach Resort will be having special events for World Oceans Day June 8th, including the showing of the movie Sharkwater. Read more...

New Book for Teens talks about saving turtles in Tamarindo - Turtle Feet, Surfer Beat is the story of Penelope who moves to Tamarindo with her parents for a month and learns about the peril of the leatherback turtle. The 86-page book written by Marina Kuperman is printed on recycled paper and has a journal in the back for a girl's own eco-adventure. Read more at - www.turtlefeetsurfersbeat.com.

SHOP - How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.

How about some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.

** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco - (6/7)

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: It appears to be growing out front , pretty westerly with some overhead closeouts and a decent one in between. Weather has been great and surface conditions are excellent as well. Have a some great boards arriving next week and a bunch of offprice stuff just right for surfschools or rental programs so e-mail us or call us at 2643-3760 and we will fill you in ! Thanks ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. Surf !

** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (6/8) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Nice head high waves with offshore winds in the morning.  Peaky but a little stormy.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Similar conditions through Tuesday when we should be getting the beginning of a nice southern swell.  Should pick up to well overhead with occasional double overhead sets by Wednesday.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Right now either the beach at Dominical or Playa Hermosa.  By Tuesday/Wednesday I imagine the point will be working if the conditions are not too stormy.  Right now, it looks like the stormy conditions are past, but one never knows at this time of year.

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Interamerican Highway closed from San Jose to San Isidro due to mudslides and damaged roads from TS Alma. All travel must go through Jaco and Dominical to the Southern Zone.

NOW Fully Customizable Surf Trips to meet every budget and skill level !!

The Ocotal Beach Resort will be having special events for World Oceans Day June 8th, including the showing of the movie Sharkwater. Read more...

COSTA RICANS finish 2nd best behind Peru for Latin American Surfers. Continued... All the action and heat sheets can be seen at - www.isaworldchamp.com

New Book for Teens talks about saving turtles in Tamarindo - Turtle Feet, Surfer Beat is the story of Penelope who moves to Tamarindo with her parents for a month and learns about the peril of the leatherback turtle. The 86-page book written by Marina Kuperman is printed on recycled paper and has a journal in the back for a girl's own eco-adventure. Read more at - www.turtlefeetsurfersbeat.com.

From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.

The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.

How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.