Author: Remo Aguilar
Climbing Mt. Apo Day One: Expect the unexpected at Makalangit
Good morning Dokie! All set for the climb? These were Chris’ (Climb Leader, TAMAC) words that greeted me at 4:30 AM at our rendezvous point (bus waiting area) going Makilala, North Cotabato. I replied “point of no return, I have no choice“. I shiver (but got excited) at the thought of a long climbing expedition …...
Hikong Alu and Hikong Bente Falls, Lake Sebu
dropcapI/dropcap lost count of how many times I’ve been to Lake Sebu watching these two magnificent falls. Each visit is unique. It even got more interesting when I got hooked to photographing waterfalls, Hikong Alu and Hikong Bente are two of Lake Sebu’s well known cascading “Seven Falls”. These two are the...
Mt. Apo Climb Preparation Part II: Cyberspace Planning
Personal goals for this climb: Indeed one has to have reason(s) for a climb. The most obvious of course is conquering thy fears. I get dizzy with heights, even a two story building will dampen my focus. I have allergic rhinitis and outdoors seem to abound with my allergens. I’m also accidento-phobic and climbing is …...
Apo Climb Preparation- Part One
Disclaimer: These articles and narratives are in no way a substitute to the formal climb preparations and fitness conditioning recommended by authorities on climbing. Precautions and consultations should be done with professional or experienced climbers prior to undertaking any preclimb and climbing expeditions. There were at least 6 of...
Sama ka Dokie akyat tayo Mt. Apo?
“Most probably during holy week”. I got ecstatic when I heard this from Chris (Adviser- Tacurong Mountaineering And Adventure Club) about 3 weeks ago when we were planning the Marilog trek. At long last, after several mini climbs in Luzon, I am going to scale the mountain that i used to just pass by when …...
