Field notes
Field notes from Hillside.
Trail guides, kioskos worth driving to, ferry timing for Culebra, what to pack for Puerto Rico, and the rest of what we wish someone had told us.
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Sea Turtles in Puerto Rico: The Leatherbacks of Las Picuas Beach
Leatherback sea turtles nest on the sand at Las Picuas Beach in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico, from February through September. What you'll see, when to come, and how to be a respectful visitor.
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A Local's Guide to El Yunque: Trails, Tips, and the Stuff Nobody Tells You
A practical El Yunque rainforest guide from 15 minutes down the hill. Trail picks ranked by reward-per-effort, what to pack, current-conditions tips, and how not to make rookie mistakes.
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