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10 Reasons To Take A Hike At Least Once A Month
Hiking can be a pretty physically demanding and challenging adventure full of bumps and not-so pleasant experiences, even for outdoor luminaries. After all, we, as hikers, have to battle bug bites, blisters, bruises and terrible weather conditions for the sake of overcoming an uphill challenge, and to spend some quality time with nature. But at the end of every hike, we are all rewarded with dramatic overlooking views and a sense of personal achievement. I’m no expert, when it comes hiking and mountaineering, and to be honest, I have so much to learn from the real top dogs of this field. But, in my short stint as an outdoor aficionado,…
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Kandungaw Peak And Dalas-ag Peak: The Second Time Around
My first hiking trip to Kandungaw (Candongao) Peak was truly a fascinating adventure that I’ll remember for years to come. Not only did it spark my appetite for hiking, but it also gave me a glimpse of the untouched and pristine natural beauty of Cebu’s highlands. What’s more, my first Kandungaw trek introduced me to a bunch of new friends, who ultimately became my travel buddies. Yet, for all the fun and upsides of our first Kandungaw Peak adventure, I still felt there was something missing. With thick fogs literally covering the mountains and hills, we barely saw anything below and the horizon, as we were standing on the summit.…
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Mount Mago: A Laid-Back Boundary Climb With Team Bang
People climb mountains for many different reasons. Some hit the trails to quench their thirst for adventure, while others explore the wilderness to find inner peace as well as escape their bustling daily grind. Of course, there are also those who go on hiking expeditions for the sake of having eye-catching IG snaps. Personally, I enjoy hiking because it’s comforting, empowering, sweat-inducing and a great way to meet friends. And in my recent trip in Mount Mago with Team Bang (my charming hiking buddies), I was very fortunate to experience all the qualities and hallmarks of my ideal hike. Our Mount Mago experience Our Mount Mago adventure started with…
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Mount Babag: A Fun-filled Escapade With A Bunch Of New Friends
Metro Cebu, with its seemingly endless stream of traffic and relentless energy, can sometimes overwhelm the fittest and the mentally strongest people. And just like any busy Cebuano with a full-time job, I’ve been feeling a little burned out for the past couple of weeks, working ceaselessly on a variety of projects. Thankfully, though, Mount Babag and a few of travel buddies came to the rescue to help me stay sane and break the monotony of my daily grind. After our unforgettable Candongao Peak trek, me and my new crew couldn’t stop talking about our next outdoor adventure. From Mount Naupa to Mount Mago, there were plenty of suggestions and…
