The Ruiz Family

Nelson and Mari Ruiz are the on-site caretakers of Siempre Verde.    Nelson is from Santa Rosa. He is the son of former owner of the property now known as Siempre Verde. He has vast knowledge of the forest due to years of experience in that region. Nelson is an expert dealing with horses as well as construction, including alternative materials, such as bamboo. Mari is from Plaza Gutierez, the oldest town in the Intag--more than 100 years old. Mari heads up food services at Siempre Verde. She is an expert chef and arguably the best in Santa Rosa.  Nelson and Mari have three sons: Junior, Edwin, and Jefry. Jefry and Junior Edwin