Robert August has been traveling to Costa Rica for over 18 years now. He has built a second home here and travels to this amazing destination on a constant basis and is considered by many as one of the locals. The locals refer to themselves as Tico or Tica. The ideal is that of a very friendly, helpful, laid back, unhurried and environmentally aware people. Pura Vida (literally, Pure Life) is a way of life in Costa Rica that encourages living in a peaceful manner surrounded by nature, family and friends. Our Endless Fun group has been visiting Costa Rica for close to two decades. 2006 was one of the best years we have seen, with great weather, offshore winds, overhead waves and a great turnout for the Robert August Charity Challenge.