Pre-Colombian Carvings

This is neat. Ancient cultures had their own form of art. I also found a very old fishing line sinker while scavanging on the beach. History is all around us. Those who ignore it, do not understand where we are going in this world of mystery.

Isla Gorgona

August 21st 2006
In March 2006 I took a 5-day trip to the island of Isla Gorgona. It is now a national park and its coral reefs and tropical treasures are protected from fishing interests and other exploitation. The snorkeling was excellent and I saw sea turtles, sharks, sting rays and many colorful tropical fish. I will never forget this isolated and unique place. ... read more

South America » Colombia

Colombia was one of the three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others are Ecuador and Venezuela). A 40-year insurgent campaign to overthrow the Colombian Government escalated during the 1990s, undergirded in part... ... read more

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