"mga magbubukid sa di patag" are we!

"Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints, kill nothing but time"


I started liking this mountaineering thing when I joined here in Lexmark company. We had this colleague in here that is really fond into it and he then started inviting us on some of their climbs. This started my like into this so called "mountaineering" thing.

My first ever climb with them was at Osmeña Peak, Dalaguete Cebu.
While Mantalongon has been known as the vegetable kingdom of Cebu, quite a few realizes that its actually a magnificent haven for both local and foreign trekking aficionados in the country. Here mountaineers from different mountaineering clubs pass through a natural showcase of highly-varied landscape.

Osmeña Peak is the highest peak among the Mantalongon range. Behind it, the mountain ranges stretch as far as Badian to the Southwest. One can trek across the mountain ranges to get to Badian, practically cutting across the island of Cebu westward. In Badian is where you can find the famous Kawasan Falls. According to residents, Osmeña Peak is the highest peak among the Mantalongon range. The whole trek may take five hours.


My second climb was at Mt. Talinis and Twin Lakes, Negros.
Mount Talinis is specifically located in the quiet town of Valencia in Negros Oriental. It rises 1864 meters above sea level and towers over the entire Negros Island. Reaching the summit opens up a spectacular view of the Southeastern portion of the province.

Mount Talinis is an extensive mountain range with verdant forests and ranges still covered with mossy slopes. On some hillsides, agricultural has been developed and other areas have been cleared for such purpose. There are a number of lakes found at its base, the most popular of which are the twin lakes of Balinsasayao. These two small crater lakes are separated by a narrow mountain ridge. Lake Yagumyum is another lake found at the foot of Mount Talinis.


Getting to Mount Talinis would involve a whole day trip. There are organized tours and group treks available in travel agencies and most of the hotels in Dumaguete City therefore there should be no difficulty scheduling an excursion. Overnight stays in basic cottages near the mountain could be granted however provisions such as food, drinking water and equipment should be brought along. There are also camping grounds near Lake Yagumyum provided for trekkers where tents could be set up. Spending the night in the middle of nowhere hearing only strange bird calls and the gentle lapping of the lake’s waters may perhaps be your idea of a genuine exploration while communing with nature.


My next climb would be this coming February 9-10, at Tinagong Dagat Negros.
I'll then share my experiences there soon!!!! So excited about it already!!! Can't wait, since we're already ALL SYSTEMS GO!!.