Costa Rica Here We Come!!!

Harker Goes to Costa Rica July 28 - August 11, 2018

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  1. SJJuly 27, 2018 at 3:30 PM

    How exciting! Enjoy your trip; be safe and we look forward to hearing all about your adventures. ¡Pura Vida!.

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