Chasing Waterfalls
Its seems just about everyone in Paraguay knows about Salto Cristal. But you wouldn’t think that if you just stumbled upon it. It’s so far off the beaten path there’s a chance you’ll have it all to yourself.
Parque Nacional Ybycuí
Ybycuí is Paraguay’s most visited National Park, famous for its cascading waterfalls and numerous butterflies. I just want to give kudos to whoever proposed having our last VAC meeting here.
Eco Reserva Mbatovi
Along Capilla Cué’s Southern edge is a private Eco-Reserve called Mbatovi. Since I live so close I frequently get asked about how to get there. If you’re thinking of heading up this way this post will help you plan your trip.
Still Scratching the Surface
As with last month I’m still partly in ‘adventure mode’ trying to explore the landscape and experience the culture more before getting caught up in a routine of sorts. Much of my exploring is done by bicycle accompanied by a host brother.
On Assignment
Christmas Eve in Paraguay is a night filled with smoke and flames. Every kid on the block has a stockpile of firecrackers, roman candles, and sparklers to set off at midnight, and the whole show repeats a week later on New Years Eve..
Capilla Cué: The Eden of Cordillera
My site is Capilla Cué, “the Eden of Cordillera.” It’s a small barrio found in the rolling hills east of Asuncion which owes its reputation to its nearby streams, waterfalls, and forest.
Give Us A Hint: PCV Site Visits
Just over three weeks left before we’re volunteers, and I have to admit, the PC Paraguay Training team has done a pretty good job making me feel ready.
Learning how to work with bamboo
Welcome to Paraguay!
Three weeks of photos, here is a glimpse of life as a Peace Corps Trainee.
We hit the ground running. Within a few hours of arrival we were bused to our host families.
