My brother in law recently introduced me to O2 for life. At first I thought it was another global warming project, which in a way it is. However, one of its unique qualities is that it is also tied into an educational model that allows students from the US to take part in an experience that they would probably not have on their own. Here is a quote from a local teacher that took some of her students down to Costa Rica.

“Each year, I lead a group of students from Southern California down to the rainforests of Costa Rica. We spend close to a week at the O2 For Life rainforest reserve. The students leave (reluctantly) having been transformed into completely new people due to the magical quality of their visit. A stay at the reserve, with its communal living off the grid, being dropped off by boat with all supplies you’ll need for the week, far from any road, alone with nature in its purest and most diverse form is something that everyone needs to experience in their lifetime. No clocks are used. The days are delineated by the morning calls of the howler monkeys and the stunning sunsets each evening. The significant tidal swings, the change from diurnal to nocturnal stirrings and the intimacy with thousands of different species of plants and animals all help connect you with the pulse of nature. I hope that you too can come visit the womb of the earth at the O2 For Life Rainforest Reserve.” David Emmerson
Science teacher
La Costa Canyon High School, Carlsbad, CA

In my usual desire to spread the word and make a difference in the world and our community, I encourage you to take a look at this organization, and if it calls to you, please support them. Just visit www.o2forlife.org.

You may also want to take a look at what the Union Tribune wrote about this organization.

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