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WTA Costa Rica 2026 Nov 30 - Dec 11 Tropical Adventure!
Work Trip Adventures trip in: Costa Rica
Dates: 11/30/2026 - 12/11/2026
Cost: $800.00
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Ministry Description
Summary
WOL Costa Rica will be hosting a work trip event. These trips have been going every year since 1999 and have challenged the hearts of many with much of the camp construction being done by these volunteer groups. Buildings, sidewalk, dorms, stone walls, metal construction, concrete block, even the main .6 mile camp road which took over 200,000 concrete pavers. All these "material things" have been used to reach thousands of youth with the gospel of Christ.
There are several other work teams so please contact Ron Morton for more info. RonMorton@wol.org or 419-569-1226
Your host on this trip is Scott Harer. Scott has been working with Work Trip Adventures since 2017 and looking to help advance several projects in Costa Rica. There will be several work trips so contact Scott at harerfarms@yahoo.com or text or call 419-561-1499.
Strategy
Two projects for the work trip are targeted:
1: Complete 4 new staff houses with septic tanks, water and electric lines, sidewalks, painting and much more. All for new missionary families coming on staff.
2: Look over relocating the dish pit area in the kitchen and a whole kitchen remodel.
3: Landscaping on the entrance end of the dining hall. This involves block work, sidewalks, stone wall, lawn work, irrigation lines, soil prep for plants, painting. The end of the dining hall has a large patio area with a conference room for 60 people. The snack shack is also in this area.
Travel
2026 work trip: Your flights will arrive into San Jose or Liberia Monday. It's important that the whole team flies into the airport around the same time so wait to purchase your airline tickets until advised. This location will be arranged by the host, Scott Harer
Housing
There are 2 main dorm areas at the camp. Day temps are high but the nights cool down for a good night's sleep. The camp also has 3 small guest apartments for married couples. We generally start work at 6:00 am, break for breakfast at 8:00 to 9:00, work until lunch at 12:30, go back to work at 2:00 then work until dark around 5:45. The evenings cool down and are very nice to sit around and chat. You'll enjoy the good coffee of Costa Rica!
Transportation
Depending on the size of the group people are picked up in a bus and taken to the camp property about 2.0 hours away. Roads are nice and the vegetation along the highway is so different from the Northern USA. The volcanic mountains are covered with palm and flowering trees which add to the beauty.
Food
The food always receives very high marks on this trip. The gals from our work team may serve along side the Costa Rican staff to prepare USA and national dishes. Work team members return over and over again to serve with with the CR staff in the kitchen. Or could it be they come back for the leisure afternoon trips to the pool every day? Regardless of the reason, you'll eat well on this trip!!!!
Visa
There is no entrance visa.
What to Bring
Single bed sheets, towels, personal items, a light blanket and maybe an air mattress if you like. They do have good mattresses. There are several tools at the camp and a list of other needs will be sent when you sign up to go along. You WILL NEED a large brimmed hat for sun protection and sunblock.
Dress Code
It's hot, 75 to 95 every day, and most work is done in shorts and T-shirts. The gals may feel cooler in a light dress. Sunday church is casual dress but nice.
Qualifications
These projects are designed for everyone to attend. A love for the Lord to serve and a willingness to be blessed are what we are looking for. If you can do these things, you qualify!
Financial Information
Trip cost covers food, lodging, in country transportation, and travel insurance. Deposit of $200 due Sept 1, 2026 and balance Oct 1.
Contact Information
Ron Morton RonMorton@wol.org 419-569-1226 Ron Morton
Other Information
Sightseeing is an adventure for those that attend for the first time. You'll thrill to the excitement of travel up the mountain towards Monteverde just 22 K from the property. Zip lines, coffee farms, banana groves and lush green are everywhere. You'll LOVE this ADVENTURE! Cost is around $100 for the day. This is not covered in your trip cost.
There is so much that can be done at the camp and all skills and talents are needed. This is a safe area and there is room for the entire family to go along. Work trips are great opportunities for grandparents to introduce their grand children to missions.
So are you ready to sign up for this amazing adventure? Payments are due 2 months before the trip date and can be made on-line using this link: https://give.wol.org/003J7C
Project account: International Work Team Proj Fund #003J7C
Disclaimer for Word of Life Overseas Work Trips
Our scheduled work trips are contingent on a few things:
• having the number of team members necessary to fulfill the mission of the trip
• safety in the country for our group
• Word of Life successfully raising the necessary funds for projects and materials required during this trip. In the event that sufficient funds are not raised, the trip may be postponed until adequate funding becomes available.
We strongly recommend not purchasing your airline tickets too early or until the trip host gives the OK. It is recommended you purchase travel insurance when booking your airline ticket to protect against unforeseen changes or cancellations. Most airline tickets are non-refundable.