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This expedition was a fantastic, once in a lifetime experience! It was really interesting to learn about the potential impacts to the whales and dolphins in Golfo Dulce and how the work that Lenin and David are doing can help reduce that impact. I learned a lot about what they do as scientists and it was really great to feel like I was actually helping to further their research. They are very protective of these dolphins and whales and that was contagious for all of us. Going out on the boat to see the dolphins and whales up close was a highlight - I got a picture of a baby whale with his mouth open! So cute! Also, fishing with the long line was an unexpected fun activity - we caught a small tiger shark, inspected and measured it, then put it back. What other trip would you go on where you could do that?? This was an excellent trip! So glad I went.

I highly recommend this expedition. I loved every minute of it. David was very passionate about the whales and dolphins and Golfo Dulce. He loved sharing his knowledge of this project and how important the research is for the health of the animals and Golfo Dulce. The accommodations in the handcrafted eco-cabins were lovely and the home cooked food was delicious. I enjoyed spending my free time on the porch bird watching or playing cards with other team members.

It was hot, wet work following whales and dolphins in a boat for hours in Golfo Dulce; not to mention catching fish and sharks, especially at night. But the reward of seeing magnificent humpbacks and spectacular bottlenose and spotted dolphins made it all worthwhile. The lectures and supplemental videos provided significant insight into understanding these creatures and their habitat, as well as the food chain and health of this environment. Our efforts hopefully will help this area to become a protected marine ecosystem. Lenin, the PI and David, his associate were very informative and patient in answering our many questions. The accommodations were more than adequate, the family owners and staff accommodating, the food terrific, the showers fairly warm,and there were no mosquitoes despite the plentiful rainfall (after all it is a rain forest). We also enjoyed a local school visit complete with ice cream and soccer, a visit to a wonderful wildlife sanctuary and lunch in the nearby town. Our great team had a lot of fun and more than a few laughs, sometimes even at my jokes. Thanks to all for another great adventure. I've already signed up for my tenth expedition. Ken Dubuque, 8/22/17 team