Mt. Batulao... Happy Campers' Lechon Party!

It was meant to be an induction climb for some of us, but it turned out to be a party.

We started our hike by choosing our would be guide amongst the young boys waiting at the jump off. Melvin 9 years old proved to be the perfect guide. He was courteous, knows the trail well and can even turn a mountain flower into a musical instrument. So while we huffed our way through the rugged trail,he was making sounds from a flower that reminded us of a bird chirping or a cat in heat.

Happy Campers tried the "new trail" and the view is magnificent. We also met some interesting people along the way but we'll never forget... the future Mayor of Batulao.

The campsite just below the summit is a good place to rest. The view...superb! One of us could not resist the cool mountain air and dream his way to the summit.

Climbing Mount Batulao is fun and rewarding.... crispy lechon and cold beer on the house!