Linggo, Hunyo 26, 2016

Team Push It and Mt. Telakawa : A beautiful beginning for Mountaineers with One Cause


Team Push it is a group of like-minded individuals who share the common interest of promoting the love for the outdoors. And this June, they’re becoming partners in philanthropy. 

Mt. Telakawa is home to an indigenous Aeta Tribe. Their dialect is completely different from other Aeta groups. Originally, they were settlers of Mt. Pinatubo. Since its eruption the government granted them resettlement at Crow Valley, Sitio Dalig, Capas Tarlac. Particularly, their “new” ancestral domain is at the foot of Mt. Telakawa where a major river separates their community from lahar. Team Push it’s visit two years ago, there were about 50 families and about a hundred children in population. Generally, they rely on the fruits of the forest, especially saging saba, as a source of livelihood.

Most Aeta in this community could only reach grade four. Very few finish the entire basic education. Fewer still those who would go to high school. For them, it is enough that they know how to read the basic, write their name and count. They go to school on foot, crossing one major river, a number of streams (sometimes knee high) and a lahar valley. It takes them about an hour to go to school against the scorching sun or thunderous rain in a vast open space.

The last time Team Push It visited their community they were told by the Brgy Captain that they would normally attend class empty handed. No paper, nor writing implements, they would simply sit and listen. If the teacher-in-charge of them is resourceful enough, the teacher provides writing materials, however, this is not always the case. Thus - The NGITI SA SITIO DALIG OUTREACH – CLIMB 2 was initiated. An outreach program that aims to extend love and care to our BROTHERS at Sitio Dalig.

Team Push it aims is to inspire people to push themselves to their limits, to do something amazing and raise as much money as possible for a cause they are passionate about. The Team's main objective was simple: TO MOTIVATE THE AETA CHILDREN TO GO TO SCHOOL BY SUPPLYING THEM WITH 3-MONTHS WORTH OF SCHOOL MATERIALS.

It’s inspiring to me that Team Push It's simple campaign to donate School supplies and two water facilities  ended up with a Livelihood Development Project, THEY have begun a new phase, a much longer association with the Aetas of Sitio Dalig. That’s why I am using my Blog to create stories that matter, for Mountaineers and Travellers that want to inspire positive change in the world.

Based on the pictures i have seen, I can conclude that it was indeed an inspiring and heartwarming activity to extend a hand to others especially to those less fortunate. In their own little ways, they made them happy. Communing at Sitio Dalig is such an Honor for those  who have attended. The Donations may it be in CASH and IN-KIND makes a BIG difference in improving the quality of lives of our BROTHERS at Sitio Dalig.

Thank you TEAM PUSH IT for making it happen. I knew it wasn’t going to be the end of anything, but rather a beautiful beginning.

****credits to Sir Neil Dorado for the photos****


Attached are some notes and photos in connection with the NGITI SA SITIO DALIG: OUTREACH CLIMB with the thank you letter from TEAM PUSH IT.

P 151, 400.00 Cash Donation 
P 45,000.00 – P50,000.00 – estimated cost of goods donated
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Were received by Mr. G. and Team Push It !!! 
For Project: NGITI SA SITIO DALIG: 
The 2nd Mt. Telakawa Outreach Climb
We started with a simple Campaign to Donate School Supplies and ended up with a Livelihood Development Project and with this, we have begun a new phase, a much longer association in our immersion with the Aetas of Sitio Dalig.
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What have we accomplished through your contribution?
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Through YOUR generosity, 
we were able to provide 130 Units of School Kits,
Through YOUR goodwill, 
we were able to provide a Deep Well Water Facility,
Through YOUR benevolence 
we were able to provide a Potable Water Facility,
Through YOUR magnanimity, 
we were able to feed 200,
Through YOUR compassion, 
we were able to provide a 
Livelihood Development Project 
through Goat Raising.
And in doing all these, 
WE provided a temporary but substantial 
source of income for the Aeta families of Sitio Dalig
Included were 100 umbrellas, 100 rain coats, 100 slippers, children’s books, 200 boxes of paracetamol and anti biotic – under the care and disposal of the Pastor and Sitio Kapitan and two basketballs.
We are truly overwhelmed by such show of support, trust and believe that we can turn an idea into a reality.
While for some time, we at Team Push It, are proud of what we have accomplished, we are, on the contrary humbled by the experience. Most of us who participated in this event, in reality, received MORE than the Aeta Community.
WE LEARNED FROM THEM. The simplicity of their existence with what nature could provide thought us to be joyful for that we already have. That being a benefactor, doesn’t make us better persons, rather it is an opportunity for us to be at the service of the significant others among us. That we are our “brothers’ keeper”.
Finally, as one of us succinctly put it, we wish with our hearts that there would come a day when there is no need for an outreach activity anywhere in this country, because we have what we need. This may be a utopic idea, but there is no harm in believing in it. These after all, were accomplished by a sheer belief that WE ARE NOT GOING TO BE LEFT UNAIDED.
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The Livelihood Development Project is a long term endeavor, and Team Push It is committed to oversee the progress of this project.
In the near future, it is our dream to provide the community with Solar Lamps per household (63). Equipped their chapel/evacuation center/meeting hall with shelves for children’s books, arm chairs and black board to encourage and inspire them more to study.
Total cost of all undertakings was P135,780.00. 
P 15,620 is cash at hand. 
P 7000.00 is pledged amount.
Except for the tollfee receipts, all other receipts from suppliers and acknowledgement receipts for services rendered are available. Report on expenses is posted at Team Push It page. Donors may asked to be provided with a copy.
















Revisiting Arayat


January 2016 I posted my top 7 destinations that have magical impact on me, and that I would love to go back again. I note down these destinations where I’d love to come back, sooner or later. June of 2016 i revisited my favorite mountain.. How about you? I would love to hear which places you’d love to visit again…







Before I put away my hiking shoes for good i'm going back to where it all started..Climbing Mt Arayat back in 2003 was about realizing a dream and proving to myself that I could do it. I got into the best shape of my life after completing your summit. I made a lot of new friends. I found countless hours to reflect at your summit. And I learned valuable lessons i will never forget. Mt. Arayat Thank you for all the lessons in life


Linggo, Mayo 29, 2016

Silvia's Resort - A Lovely Nature Resort secluded in Nagcarlan, Laguna


Summer may be now over but this doesnt mean swimming has to end - enjoying the cold waters of narcarlan at silvia's resort..the atmosphere truly embraces the sense of nature.

How to get to Villa Sylvia Resort via public transport : 

From Gil Puyat Station Bus Terminal (Pasay)/Jac/Jam/HM Bus Terminal (Cubao), take the bus going to Lucena to reach Santa Cruz City, Laguna. From there, take a tricycle/jeep ride going to liliw/nagcarlan, tell the driver that you are going to villa sylvia resort located at Brgy. Banago, Nagcarlan, Laguna.

For Inquiries or reservations, please contact:
Villa Sylvia Resort, Bgy. Bangago, Nagcarlan, Laguna
09984132699 - 09212086617





Huwebes, Mayo 5, 2016

Chasing Waterfalls Series in Laguna


If Iligan City is known as the city of Majestic Waterfalls in Mindanao i would declare Laguna as the home of beautiful waterfalls in Luzon. 

Located in almost all municipalities of Laguna, it is accessible by jeepney, or a private vehicle. It is so convenient that getting there is no hassle at all.

Im presenting some of the beautiful waterfalls in Laguna.


alluring 98 falls of Sta. Maria

Relaxing moments at Buruwisan falls in Siniloan
Delightful morning at Hulugan falls in Luisana
Feeling nostalgic at Majayjay falls in Majayjay
Appealing Maybunga falls of Paete
Captivating beauty of Buntot Palos falls in Pangil
Meditating at 3 falls of Sta.Maria
Enchanting Bukal falls in Majayjay
Enjoying the beauty of Bunga falls in Nagcarlan

Feeling amaze at Talay Falls in Luisana
Enjoying the views at the Aliw falls in Luisana
Rediscovering Cavinti falls in Cavinti


Martes, Abril 26, 2016

Beaches of Burdeos Quezon


How gorgeous is this perfectly hidden spots tucked away in the heart of Burdeos ?!
BUrdeos has some of the most stunning beaches but some of the best ones are hidden away and are off the beaten path - You just need to endure the boat ride from one island to another. And to those willing to make the effort to come there now will be HANDSOMELY REWARDED.

Happy beaching!

HOW TO GET To BURDEOS:

Buses/Vans have daily trips from Legarda terminal in Manila going to Ungos Port in Real, Quezon. The trip will take 3 - 4 hours via Famy-Infanta. Then you can take a boat to Anawan port or to Polillo port, they have daily trips from Real-Anawan/Polillo and vice versa. The boat ride is for 2 hours - then less than 2 hours of jeepney ride from Anawan/Polillo port to Burdeos proper.

Surrounded with the nearby islands of Polillo, the many islets, some rocky coves and white sandy beaches and sandbar, Burdeos is indeed one of Quezon's most charming tourist destination. These are the list of great places to visit at Burdeos. 


1. Snake Island / Pulong Kokoc
2. Kabalo Sand Bar
3. Anawan Island
4. Anilon Island
5. Isla Butas 
6. CARLAGAN ISLAND
7. Luli Island
8. Isla Puting Bato and Puting Bato Cave
9. Binumbunan Island


Kabalo Sandbar

Luli Sandbar

Snake Island

Anawan Island

Kabalo Sandbar 

Anilon Island 



Carlagan Island

Binunbunan Island and Sandbar 

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