The barren environment and a carpet of leaves… this is a sure sign that the dry season is ending. The view is beautiful in its desolation, showing the trunks and branches and getting a last glimpse of the sunlight before the rain comes and brings another type of organic beauty.

The guardians work to remove the leaves to avoid fire hazards and make compost that will naturally fertilize the trees.

From the road we can a macro view of the GoldTeak plantation. In the distance behind Juliet, Jon and Mark the hillside is covered with young teaks moving into their second year of life.

The weather changes from clear to cloudy and rainy in only a matter of minutes. We are always prepared with boots, raincoats and umbrellas!