Explosive population growth, rapid development, and the transition from an agricultural to a tourism and technology-based economy are obstacles to preserving the natural resources that make this country special.

Communities in Costa Rica,  however, have organized to create grassroots development solutions to managing preserved areas in such a way that has socio-economic benefits for local residents. ProWorld’s field-based approach allows you to customize a balance between cultural immersion in the local community; in Atenas, you can see the relationship and balance between parks and people, witness the impact of expanded eco-tourism first-hand, or even just explore the mythic landscape at Monteverde’s Cloud Forest.