Mt. Kupapey, since last year, has been making a buzz over the various mountaineering communities and over social media. Located in my hometown, Bontoc, Mountain Province, it is a great beginner's climb due to its relatively easy and short trail. Aside from the easy trek, Mt. Kupapey is also a great vantage point for viewing the … Continue reading Mt. Kupapey: Hometown Meander
Mountains are indeed marvelous creations. They are shrouded in enigma which awakens the inner adventurer in us. Once we have experienced the mystery that envelopes one mountain, we can't help but look for more. One short trip to the summit opens further opportunities for more. And before we realize it, we've already fallen in love with the mountains. It was … Continue reading Weekend Warrior Tales: Mt. Maynoba Circuit
February 4. I have lately become a weekend warrior, finding myself on a new trail of a new mountain every weekend. Well, I am taking this trekking too much to heart. What can I say? I am enjoying this my found activity so much that I am already looking forward to a new one even before I finished … Continue reading Weekend Warrior Tales: Mt. Batulao
True to my promise of climbing more mountains in 2017, I found myself yet again on the mountain trails. Merely a week after my first 2017 hiking expedition, I am again up and running, but this time, I will be scaling a mountain that is technically closer to home. Mt. Ulap is a part of the … Continue reading Cloud Country: A Weekend in Mt. Ulap
Last Chapter: Mt. Hapunang Banoi Elevation: 517 MASL Difficulty: 3/9 Type: Limestone And so, our journey is about to come to a close as the third mountain looms over the horizon. After a couple minutes rest at the junction, the remaining seven of the original twelve began the trek to the summit of Mt. Hapunang Banoi. But before we begin, … Continue reading Rizal Trilogy Hike: An Assault to the Top Part III
