Lakbay LENTE: 04/01/2011

A Glimpse to Mt. Halcon

Will Mt. Halcon re-open again?

The much awaited re-opening of Mt. Halcon is getting clearer after 5 years of moratorium from 2006 to 2011. For complete news and article, you may visit www.pinoymountaineer.com.

Take a glimpse of Mt. Halcon’s ocular inspection in 2010. Participants coming from Sialdang Mountaineering Club (SMC), Pilipinas Sierra Mountaineering and Outdoor Club (PSMOC), Metropolitan Mountaineering Society (MMS), The High Conquerors Mountaineers (HC) and Lantuyang Mangyans-guides/porter.

THE LAST MOUNTAIN is a true story film about environmental and political issues. The fight for the last great mountain in America's Appalachian heartland pits the mining giant that wants to explode it to extract the coal within, against the community fighting to preserve the mountain and build a wind farm on its ridges instead. THE LAST MOUNTAIN highlights a battle for the future of energy that affects us all.

According to the Producer, Director and Writer - Bill Haney:

The central front in the battle for America’s energy future, with enormous consequences for the health and economic prospects of every citizen, is the fight for Appalachian coal. In valleys and on mountaintops throughout the heart of the eastern seaboard, the coal industry detonates the explosive power of a Hiroshima bomb each and every week, shredding timeless landscapes to bring coal wealth to a few, and leaving devastated communities and poisoned water to many. With politicians siding with their corporate donors, it falls to a rag tag army of local activists to stand alone for the welfare of their families, their heritage and for a principled and sound energy future. Our film is their film – the uplifting story of the power of ordinary citizens to remake the future when they have the determination and courage to do so.

THE LAST MOUNTAIN FACTS

Earth Day Jam 2011

What: Earth Day Jam 2011
When: Friday, May 6 at 6:00pm - May 7 at 2:00am
Where: By the Bay SM Mall of Asia

Do you LOVE NATURE?
Do you LOVE to ROCK?
If you both LOVE it. Join this for a cause concert event.

Manila American Cemetery and Memorial Park is located is located in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, Metro Manila. The memorial was erected by the United States of America in 1941-1945, as a remembrance of the achievements of her sons and in humble tribute to theri sacrifices.

The cemetery, 152 acres (0.62 km2) or 615,000 square meters in area, is located on a prominent plateau, visible at a distance from the east, south and west. With a total of 17,206 graves, it is the largest cemetery in the Pacific for U.S. personnel killed during World War II, and also holds war dead from the Philippines and other allied nations. Many of the personnel whose remains are interred or represented were killed in New Guinea, or during the Battle of the Philippines (1941-42) or the Allied recapture of the islands. The headstones are made of marble which are aligned in eleven plots forming a generally circular pattern, set among masses of a wide variety of tropical trees and shrubbery.
Wikipedia

How to go to Manila American Cemetery and Memorial Park?

Philippine Events and Holidays: May 2011

May 2011 Philippine Events and Holidays

Whole Month of May

Santacruzan - Philippines
Antipolo Pilgrimage (Lady of Peace and Good Voyage) - Antipolo Rizal

May 1, 2011

Labor Day - Philippines
Pista'y Dayat - Lingayen, Pangasinan
Feast of the Divine Mercy

May 7-8, 2011

Caramoan Fiesta - Caramoan, Camarines Sur

May 14, 2011

Carabao Festival - Angono Rizal
Pulilan Carabao - Pulilan, Bulacan

May 15, 2011

Pahiyas Festival - Lucban Quezon

May 17-19, 2011

Obando Fertility Rites (San Pascual, Baylon, Sta. Clara and Nuestra Senora de Salambao) - Obando, Bulacan

May 28, 2011

National Flag Day - Manila

May 30, 2011

Tapusan sa Kawit - Kawit, Cavite

*Note: Feel free to make corrections if you notice something wrong with dates of the events.

Philippine-Japan Friendship Bell Tower – Bagac, Bataan

Philippine-Japan Friendship Bell Tower is located in Bagac, Bataan. The Buddhist bell is situated in triangle land near the high-way in a tower with three pillars. The bell has inscription in three languages: Tagalog, Nippongo and English. It was built as a sign of friendship between Philippines and Japan and sign of reconciliation as well.

Dan Osman - Great American Extreme Rock Climber

Dan Osman (February 11, 1963 – November 23, 1998) is one of the great Japanese-American Extreme Rock Climber who has several World Guinness Records. He was known for his daredevil moves on his dangerous sports of “free-soloing” (rock climbing without ropes or other safety gear) and “rope jumping” (falling several hundred feet from a cliff then being caught by a safety rope) over 1000 feet/300 meters.

Markdown Madness @ Tektite

What: Markdown Madness @ Tektite

When: 9AM-8PM, April 11-15, 2011

Where: PSE Cener, Tektite Tower, Exchange Road, Ortigas, Pasig City

Hi there! Just want to share this BIG BIG SALE.

Me and My Coleman Photography Contest

What: Me and My Coleman Photography Contest
When: Deadline on May 31, 2011

To all Professional and Amateur Photographers

Flores de Mayo sa MOA 2011 Photo Contest

What: Flores de Mayo sa MOA 2011 Photo Contest
When: 2PM, May 1, 2011
Where: Mall of Asia

SHOP, SHOOT AND WIN!

UPCAT The Movie

I’m not from UP and thou I don’t also work from UP. But I once dreamed of studying to UP. Just watched this trailer earlier and thinking that each of every young Pilipino once dreamed of this. I just wanted to share this video trailer for the young ones who have just graduated recently from high school.

Keep dreaming Kids!

"Education is the only thing that we can bring and never be robbed by anybody."

No More Drinking!

It’s time for me to say “Goodbye Alcohol” and other drinks and foods that produces acids. After experiencing an Acid Peptic Disease, I finally decided to quit drinking of beer and alcoholic beverages. To continue my active life and activities.

To give you an idea with Acid Peptic Disease:

Tree Top Adventure Subic is located in the heart of Subic, where you can experience the breathtaking view of nature. It is also the place for adventure. Get up close to nature and experience wild life and enjoying the different adventure activities like canopy ride, rappelling, zip line and trekking above one hundred feet. Safety of their visitors is one of their first goal and good thing that they give importance to preserve the natural habitat of the trees there.

During our tour visit there, we won’t able to experience it. Our tour hit by a storm and the park need to close for the safety of the visitors. But we are thankful to the owner that they gave us time to take photos and experience the place.

How to get o Tree Top Adventure Subic?

Franco is a power house band composed of Franco Reyes (Inyo) on vocals and guitars, Gabby Alipe of Urbandub on guitars, Paulo “Ocho” Toleran on guitars (former Queso), Buhawi Meneses of Parokya ni Edgar on bass, and Jan-Jan Mendoza of Urbandub on drums.

Franco Band Members:

General Luna is an all-chic rock band in the Philippines. The band has a fast-paced popularity. They tend to be the female version of the “Wolfgang”. If your a rock fanatics, you’ll definitely love their music. And when you see them - you’ll definitely love them more…