Mount Atimla of Nagcarlan

Evelia’s Peak

It was the year 2005 when I first had an impulse on hiking the top of Mt. Atimla.  The idea that time was kind of daunting since there was no path towards the mountain’s crown.  Rocky and sandy, the area appeared inadequate in producing profitable agricultural harvests.   Because of that, nobody of its local folks seemed to be interested going to its tip.

Yearning for a little sense of adventure, I first aimed on taking the Eastern peak.    Realizing upon finally setting my foot on its Eastern summit, one sunny 27th day of March, I knew then it will be a prologue to more interesting exploration.  I called the Eastern Summit “Evelia’s Peak” but since then, I have not returned to the place.

Let’s trace back the trail to Evelia’s Peak and view our beautiful town, Nagcarlan from there.  

With an advocacy group we call AHON. I organized climbs to further explore the crown and glory of Mt. Atimla. 2016 was the golden year of Mt. Atimla exploration.

P  R  O  J  E  C  T  A  T  I  M  L  A

TRAILS TO THE WESTERN SUMMIT

"Mag-asawang Bato"

AHON’s Mt. Atimla trail to summit was finally introduced to Pilipinas Sierra Outdoor Club on June 24-25, 2017.  It was recommended to be the club’s training climb venue due to its unique trail characteristics.  Just before the climb proper, several barangay (Sabang) officials warmly welcomed and assisted them to register at the barangay logbook.

After the climb, we welcomed and casually asked them how the experience was? Their sweet smiles and some minor bruises obviously showed their glorious delight on the climb they just had.

At a nearby resort, AHON prepared some Nagcarlan delicacies for the group to try and enjoy.  We had dinner together and chat all the way until almost midnight.

The group left for Manila the next morning.  The compliments we had for AHON’s hospitality were just as astounding to hear coming from fellow outdoor enthusiasts as the Pilipinas Sierras.

The trail towards “Mag-asawang bato” Mt. Atimla Western Summit is now open.

AHON’s next goal is to establish an ideal campsite near the summit.

AHON sa Nagcarlan Fun Trail Run and Walk

A.H.O.N.

(Anakalang's Hikers of Nature)

2nd Anniversary

Assembly Time & Gear Check starts at 4:30 am

Gunstart is 6:00 am SHARP

Sunday, October 5, 2014

Brgy. Palayan Covered Court

Nagcarlan, Laguna

EVENT INFORMATION

Participant will choose ONE (1) Event  Category

CATEGORY 1;  TRAIL RUN

6k Map Profile for Trail Runners

CATEGORY 2: TRAIL WALK

6K Map Profile for Trail Walkers

Mandatory Gears for Trail Runners/Trail Walkers

Backpack with

• First Aid Kit & Triangular Bandage
• Trail Food
• At least ONE (1) liter water for hydration

1. There will be a short briefing & warm-up exercises few minutes before gunstart
2. Gunstart is 6:00 am SHARP
3. Both Trail Run & Trail Walk routes will feature fantastic views of Nagcarlan Landscape
4. First Aiders and Marshalls are deployed along the trails to provide assistance
5. Photographers will take pictures of participants during the event
6. Participants are requested to stay at the covered court after the event for awarding of prizes and closing ceremony.

NUMEROUS PRIZES AND GIFTS TO BE GIVEN AWAY 

AFTER THE EVENT

HOW TO REGISTER

Fill-up Registration Form @ QCRB Nagcarlan Laguna Branch
ONE Registration Form per participant
Registration Fee is P20. ONLY
to be deposited at AHON QCRB Savings Account
                             #  11-001311-26

Race bib will be given after the deposit


FOR PROPER IDENTIFICATION

TRAIL RUN participants MUST WEAR YELLOW SHIRTS
TRAIL WALK participants MUST WEAR WHITE SHIRTS

Sample Registration Form

For other inquires:

Please visit us @ our AHON facebook group page

https://www.facebook.com/groups/479839115380081/

AHON TAYO SA NAGCARLAN

Talon "Itikan" in Nagcarlan

"Itikan" Falls upper level

Untouched and the bewildering splendor of “Itikan” Falls

AHON tayo sa Nagcarlan!

(Let’s climb in Nagcarlan!)

Ang barangay Talhib ay isang tahimik na kaparangan ng Nagcarlan na naluluklok sa loobang bahagi ng masukal na kabukiran malapit sa timog-kanlurang paanan ng bundok Atimla.  At dahil sa madawag na kinalalagyan ng lunan, nanatiling hindi bantog ang brgy.  Talahib sa kabila ng maayos at konkretong daanan nito mula at patungo sa kabayanan. Humigit kumulang  anim  (6) na kilometro mula sa municipio ng bayan,  ating silipin ang tagong yaman ng lunan: Ang tatlong-bahagdan  (three levels) Talon “Itikan”. 

Sa panahong kasalukuyan….kahit mismo ang mga taong naninirahan sa barangay Talahib  ay hindi makatiyak kung saan o ano ang pinagmulan ng pangalan ng lunan.  Nakapagtatakang isipin na hindi pansin maging ng mga taga barangay ang angking kagandahan ng talon at ang nugnog na kagubatang nakapaligid dito.  

Naglalakihang mga baging (vines) na nakapaligid sa matandang puno ng balite (picus tree) sa gilid ng marilag na talon at sadyang hindi pinag-uusapan maging ng mga taong barangay na malimit mapagawi o makatanaw sa lugar.  Marahil, sa mga tagaroon,  pangkaraniwang bahagi ng kagubatan lamang iyon. Hindi espesyal kaya hindi bukam- bibig ng lahat.  Sa paglipas ng panahon..wari ay isang kwento na hindi tiyak ang katotohanan. Ni hindi maihahalintulad sa isang alamat na napag-uusapan at nabibigyan ng kulay ng mga nagsasalaysay o maihahambing sa ibang tanging lugar na hinahangaan ng mga nakasasaksi.

Sa akin, nakabibighani ang angkin nitong kariktan.  Ang dalisay nitong tubig na patuloy dumadaloy at nagbibigay sigla sa tatlong bahagdan nitong  talon. Sa aking pagtungo upang ang kagandahan nito’y mamasdan, mula sa paghawak sa naglalakihang  tipak ng mga bato,  pagkapit sa ga-brasong mga baging upang makababa at makapagtampisaw sa sariwa nitong tubig.  Isa, dalawa at makailang sulyap sa mga talon at sa kanyang buong kapaligiran. Marahil mahinhin lamang o mapagkumbaba……………. o likas na mahiyain kaya?  Mistiko ngunit buhay.  Sa akin………………marilag kang tunay! 

Talon "Itikan" a mystical and priceless experience.

AHoN tayo sa Nagcarlan!!!

A.H.O.N.

Ana Kalang's Hikers of Nature

1st Year Anniversary 

celebrates 

FUN DAY

Fun Run, Fun Walk and Fun Ride Events

Sunday, October 6, 2013

Nagcarlan Laguna

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7HVveI0QKQ

AHoN tayo sa Nagcarlan!!!

Explore: Labuyo Twin Peaks

Situated at the heart of Mt. Nagcarlan-Mt. Mabilog-Mt. Atimla complex, Labuyo Twin Peaks has never been explored for mountaineering or hiking activity.  Its thick vegetation setting somehow hold back even local people to rove and check its hinterland.

Because of its opaque flora, the vicinity of LabuyoTwin Peaks  is home to numerous wildlife as monkeys and junglefowls.  Red junglefowls dwell  in the area. “Labuyo” as what locals call junglefowls are flighty and robust. Labuyos’ characteristics make it difficult for anyone to catch them.  The flanks of the twin peaks are their perfect dwelling place.

While densed vegetation fill its slopes, beautiful “talahib” grasses astoundingly populate the entire  peaks. The area is a perfect venue for overnight camping with a 360 degrees view of San Pablo 7 Lakes and brilliant backdrops of Mt. Atimla, Mt. Nagcarlan, Mt. Mabilog, Mt. San Cristobal and the majestic Mt. Banahaw.  

Standing about 549 masl, Labuyo Twin Peaks is a great sunset viewing place and superb cityscape watching site.  Its spotless greenery will truly satisfy any outdoorsman’s delight with a closer to nature feeling of sobriety and freedom.  Be the first ones to scale the area. Explore Labuyo twin peaks.

AHON 1st YEAR ANNIVERSARY FUN DAY

A.H.O.N.

( Anakalang's Hikers of Nature)

1st Year Anniversary

5:00 AM Sharp

Sunday, Ocotober 6, 2013

Nagcarlan Municipal Gym

Nagcarlan, Laguna

Registration Fee is P20
Register @ QCRB Nagcarlan Branch or @ any QCRB branch (Quezon Capital Rural Bank) near you
Registration Date : August 12 until September 16, 2013

NUMEROUS PRIZES ARE AT STAKE

EVENT INFORMATION

Participant will choose ONE (1) Event Category ONLY

RUN

• Distribution of run bibs starts @ 5:00 am.
• Orientation and warm-up exercises by 5:30 am
• Gunstart is 6:00 am SHARP
• 6k RUN from Nagcarlan Municipal Gym-Brgy Palayan-Brgy Sabang-“turn around” - back to Nagcarlan Municipal Gym
• Water Stations available at Palayan Brgy Hall and Sabang Brgy. Hall
• Straw Ballers to be given away to runners at the “turn around”
• Vehicle escort to provide first aid/medical assistance to runners.
• Photographers await runners at the Finish line arch
• More gifts & surprises await participants at Nagcarlan Municipal Gym after the run.

WALK

• Distribution of Walk bibs starts @ 5:00 am.
• Relaxing 2-hour walk starting from Nagcarlan Municipal Gym – Sil. ILaya – Sil. Napapatid – Sinipian – Balinacon – Nagcarlan Municipal Gym
• Walk will feature simple tasks to participants to provide awareness on LOVE OF OUR ENVIRONMENT :   “ May Sorpresa sa Basura”
• Numerous gifts will be given away to participants along the walk.  Be mindful of the instructions by the Trail Masters while walking.
• Backpack, travel organizers, camera bags and assorted travel accessories for individual and group participants are to be given away during the walk.
• First aiders deployed on trails to provide assistance.
• Photographers will take photos of participants along the trail.
• More gifts & surprises await participants at the Nagcarlan Municipal Gym after the walk.

RIDE

• Distribution of Ride Bibs starts @ 5:00 am
• Orientation by 7:00am
• Gunstart is 8:00 am SHARP
• 28k RIDE from Nagcarlan Municipal Gym-Brgy Palayan-Brgy Banca-banca-Daniw-Brgy. Calumpang  – Brgy. Talangan and back to Nagcarlan Municipal Gym

• Ride Master with flag to provide direction to riders
• Photographers to take panning pictures during the ride
• Motorcycle escorts to provide security and safety during the ride 
• Vehicle escort to provide hauling service to riders
• Vehicle escort to provide first aid/medical assistance to riders
• Photographers await riders at the Finish Line arch
• More gifts and surprises await participants at Nagcarlan Municipal Gym after the ride

HOW TO REGISTER

Fill-up Registration form. Registration forms are available in the following

1. QCRB Nagcarlan Laguna Branch
2. You can download registration forms @ AHON 1^st Year Anniversary FUN DAY Website :
3. AHON Facebook Group Page
4. AHON members

Download Registration Form and print to Letter (8.5 x 11) size paper

ONE (1) registration form per Participant

Bring the filled-up Registration form/s @ QCRB Nagcarlan branch or any QCRB branch

Deposit your Registration to:

AHON QCRB Bank Account

Account Number  11-001311-26

Use 2 copies of QCRB deposit slip. 2^nd Copy will be your Official Receipt to be presented on October 6 Event

Come October 6. Participants should bring their receipts to claim their EVENT BIBS at the Registration Section- Nagcarlan Municipal Gym.

Please claim your Event BIBS as early as 5:00 am to avoid delay.

Please visit us @ our AHON facebook group page

https://www.facebook.com/groups/479839115380081/

AHON tayo sa Nagcarlan!