Mt.Gulugod Baboy | Captivated by Your Beauty

"Go outside, to the fields, enjoy nature and the sunshine, 

go out and try to recapture happiness in yourself and in God. 

Think of all the beauty that's still left in and around you and be happy!" 

--Anne Frank--

It was a well-planned adventure! 

          Filipino Recreational Outdoor Group (FROG) invited me again during our Mt. Batulao's post-climb meeting to pursue the next climb at Mt.Gulugod Baboy. It took more than a month for me to be prepared physically and financially as well. Then, things have been in their right places especially my work schedule. I've been also blessed with new shoes and outdoor equipment, 40-L Conquer backpack, two days before the climb (sakto! nakakatuwa lng talaga.). And it was more interesting when my sister decided to join. Got it right! she was undeniably prepared. Thank you dearest sissy for this weekend getaway.

                                                 

"For there is no

..our first climb together

friend like a

 sister in calm or stormy weather,

To cheer one on the tedious way,

to fetch one if one goes astray,

to lift one if one totters down,

to strengthen while one stands."

--Christina Rossetti--

                                                                                          


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--- Fall. Stand. Learn. Adapt. Independence. Camaraderie. Leave No Trace! - Only few virtues that I've learned from this climb - from these people. The beauty of the nature is a plus! All of us are being stuck in a demanding world of labor and other stuffs and eventually forget the things where real energy came from. Yes, it is hard on the first step but sooner as you are approaching the summit, you will realize that the sweat, fears, and tired feet worth it all.---

"Steps follows step, Hope follows Courage, Set your face towards danger, Set your heart on victory."
- Gail Carson Levine, The Two Princesses of Bamarre

=> by Ate Mhel

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I've summed it all: almost an hour late from the assembly time (so embarrassing! 1st and last time na 'to). 2-hour bus ride from Buendia to Bauan, Batangas. Jeepney from Bauan to Mabini with lunch in between. Pictorials along the way. Jump-off point: Philpan Resort. P20 registration. Cemented pathway to Mt. GB ascent. buko juice. ice candy. itlog pugo. picture taking. rest. trek. eat. rest. trek. trek. campsite. SUMMIT!

Jump shot muna pagkatapos ng mahabang lakaran..

Playtime with the glorious sunset..

Dinner preparation  by group

our group, preparing for breakfast.
whatta foggy and cold morning!

Summit Shots..

..enjoying the cool mountain breeze at the summit!

early morning peaktorial..

..let's jump in!
Mam Em to Sir Onad: "habulin mo ako.." ayiiee! hehe.

..at dahil ako ang photographer, 
gawin nyo ang signature pose ko. haha! 
and YES! they made it.. Thank you everyone:-)

 

Geared up with the mountaineering principles we have learned from the previous climb:

...take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints..kill nothing but time!

>> Mt. Gulugod-Baboy ..finally explored!

For more photos, click here! 

..and here are some of the breathtaking sceneries that really captured my adventurous heart..

.. ito  ang bumungad sakin pagkatapos ng mapuno at madamong trail.. so refreshing! sobrang nakakawala ng pagod.

"There's a sunset every single day, and they're absolutely free."

I'd pause a moment to contemplate with the sunrise:
"Every day is a new beginning, a new adventure, renewed hope and a chance to make changes in your life.."

Batangas Bay viewed from the summit.

what an awesome view! really captivating..

"Heaven is under our feet as well as over our heads." 
-Henry David Thoreau-

ITINERARY   by Filipino Recreational Outdoor Group (FROG)

	DAY 1 (Nov. 17, 2012 Saturday)
	0830	Assembly, Buendia Taft 7-11 beside Wendy's
	0900	ETD Manila - Batangas
	1030	ETA Bauan Diversion, Batangas
	1115	ETA Anilao Port
	1200	ETA Mabini, Jump-off (Philpan dive Resort, Registration
	1300	Start Trek
	1600	ETA Campsite / Set Camp
	1630	Explore Summit
	1730	Prepare Dinner
	1900	Dinner/Socials
	2200	Lights out
	DAY 2 (Nov. 18, 2013 Sunday)
	0600	Wake-up call
	0630	Sunrise viewing at the summit
	0700	Prepare breakfast
	0800	Breakfast
	0830	Break Camp
	0900	Start Descent
	1100	ETA Jump-off point
	1130	Philpan Beach Resort/ Lunch
	1200	Free time / Swimming
	1430	Wash up
	1500	ETD for Manila
	1800	ETA Manila