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Caribee Trail 30 is a day to day backpack to use. it has a rain cover that protects your things inside. It is computer-padded wherein you can carry your laptop wherever you go, from day to day work to your desired multi-day travel. It can be use as a backpack when biking on the back country because of the hydration system and waist belt lock. used this bag when I climb Mt. Pulag in Benguet in December 2012 with my husband and daughter. This bag provides comfort when I walked along the trail. I say comfort because of the cushions that acts as an added “warming jacket” on my back as the weather was too cold at that time. -Coleen Fabon
As a whole, this pack is good for a multi-day back country travel with its lightweight features, plus the security of a rain cover to protect the bag from getting wet. -Ronald Fabon
As part of the tradition, once again MESAU members, alumni, founders, school based and MESAU friends climbed “Mt Pulag”, the second highest mountain in the Philippines (2,922 ASL) last December 26-29, 2012 in celebration of the 30th Anniversary with the help and support of Caribee Philippines. Mount Pulag is located at the borders of the provinces of Benguet, Ifugao, and Nueva Vizcaya meets at the mountain’s peak. There were fifty six (56) climbers on that day and it was grouped into two; twenty four (24) climbers went ahead on December 26, 2012 via Akiki trail and the other thirty two (32) climbers ascended via Ambangeg trail last December 27, 2012. Our itinerary was that, two groups will meet at the summit on the 29th of December and will both spend the night at the Ranger Station on the same day for the post climb and for the party. Our group then ascended via Ambangeg Trail. First day of the climb has been too tough because of the rain and the very cold weather. We started trekking at around 12:00 noon regardless of the weather and we were all settled at Camp 2 around 6:00pm. Along the trail, many climbers were also trekking down from the mountain and it was overwhelming to see them greeting us, as we hike. Porter and guides were also friendly that we almost forgot about the weather and let those smiling faces as our inspiration to continue with the climb. Some of us were first timers, according to our Team Leader- Jun De Vera; Ambangeg is the easiest trail. Akiki trail is the hard one. The trail was slippery and muddy due to the rain but that did not stop us from trekking. The three (3) kids with us were enjoying and smiling taking their first climb as a new adventure of their lives and a great way to spend their Christmas vacation. Ambangeg trail has its own and very unique beauty, it’s like you were walking in a park because of its trees, flowers and the vegetations around. At around 6:30pm everyone has pitched their tents, changed their clothings and took some rest while some members and applicants prepared for dinner. Jeff Nopueto cook the delicious “sinigang na baboy”. Some just tucked themselves in their tents and sleeping bags and skipped the dinner as they can’t bear the freezing weather. The party/socialization started early and ended at around 12:00am. On the second day at around 4:00am, the group was ready for the planned assault, the weather was still unpredictable, all will be taking the risk that a clear cloud and a clear view will show upon us when reaching the summit. We started trekking and anticipating that the assault will took about two (3-4 hours). We hiked through its magnificent hills smoothly not realizing that the weather is becoming friendly. A clear sight is now on our way and the view was so amazing! We continued hiking and we were all joyful for what we were about to see; “the sea of clouds”. We reached the summit and we were all standing at the coldest place in the Philippines, enjoying what is like to be on top; “ABOVE THE CLOUDS”; it was a wonderful experience most especially for the first timers and it is something that every climber keeps on coming back to this mountain. For MESAU, it was such a great way to commemorate our 30th Years Anniversary!
The group who brought their kids with them decided to trek down ahead to the Ranger Station. Youne (a 13 year old boy) and Faye (a 10 year old girl) were having their bonding moments as they hike, leaving behind their moms along the trail, soon “Fadz” not his real name but we fondly call him that way joined us. We took some pictures, we laughed things around, we smiled and greeted fellow climbers on the trail. We reached the ranger station early and we were all settled at 7:00pm. The lavish dinner was prepared by Jalyn Javier and her assistants from the Ambangeg group and the applicants from Akiki Group prepared too. It was so entertaining that we felt like we were judging at the “Iron Chef Show” tasting the foods and judging which group prepared the most scrumptious. The “POST Climb” started and everyone shared their experiences during the climbed, their comments, suggestions, concerns and reactions were also heard. It was an open minded communication that we happily greeted each and everyone in the end; A “Happy 30th Anniversary, Mabuhay ang MESAU”. As part of the celebration, the President of MESAU; Mr. Orven Onofre and his officers decided to induct four (4) active applicants to be fully members namely; Ivan Lemuel Bulaon, Argelyn Guiao, Mayeh Mapagmahal and Tin Mercado. They were inducted because of their full support to the group and for accomplishing and continuing the goals of MESAU wholeheartedly. The members of MESAU (Mountaineering Exploration Society of Adamson University) proudly say that we existed for Thirty (30) years and we shall continue the legacy as far as we can. A group that started only with full of fun and adventures and has strongly built the “Friendship” among us. On the other hand, we can never celebrate happily and successfully without hiking Mount Pulag, it is really a chance that shouldn’t be missed in our lifetime. Before we parted ways on that day of 30th December 2012, we treated ourselves for that “native rice”, “native tinolang manok” and fresh vegetables for lunch. We all settled in Baguio City, bid “goodbyes” for that moment as we have to catch up the New Year and celebrate with our families too. It was such a great celebration as we ended the year 2012, an inspiration for this 2013 as we continue the objectives and goals of MESAU! Thank you for the participants, founders, alumni, members, applicants and our friends for celebrating with us! Thank you “Caribee Philippines” for supporting us, Mabuhay kayo! - Marilou “Nadine” Bulusan
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Jun de Vera, Jalyn Javier, Arrianie Guiao, Ethelynd Joy Gutierrez, Jon Linao, Tambayan ng MESAU, C-Twenty Seven Outdoorshop liked this post
-Tochs Razon MESAU Christmas Party: 30 years of Passion and Advocacy UPDATE 12/09/12: The NEW VENUE for the Christmas Party will be at Rothman Hotel, 1633 M. Adriatico St., Malate, Manila. Program of Activities 4:00 Registration Alma Mater Hymn TOUR OF THE FIREFLIES happening this November 18, 2012, Sunday! Start and End: Tiendesitas, Pasig City What to bring: Helmet, water, snack and sense of adventure. On-line and On-site registration to be announced. https://www.facebook.com/FireflyBrigade |
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