September 6, 2015; after climbing Mt. Banoi, our group had our lunch at the saddle connecting Mt. Banoi and Mt. Pamitinan. We rested for an hour there and enjoyed each one’s storey until all are physically ready to assault Mt. Pamitinan.
11:48 AM, we left the saddle and started dealing with large boulders. We pushed forward with jokes and laughter which at least psychologically lessen our tiredness.
11:48 AM, we left the saddle and started dealing with large boulders. We pushed forward with jokes and laughter which at least psychologically lessen our tiredness.
Mt. Pamitinan’s trail from the saddle is much shorter and bit easier (but it would still be challenging to newbies) than that of Banoi. We pushed further until we reached a uniquely protruding limestone at around 12:03 PM. This rock according to our guide, Mark Anthony was one of the most popular spot for capturing souvenir photo. The stone was as if placed there by the Almighty as a reward or treat to mountaineers.
12:30 PM we reached the summit… it was a protruding limestone formation that requires a short but dangerous 90 degrees rock assault. There was something in there!
My little prayer then is to let the place and the view be enjoyed by generations to come… and that the fear of losing these creations would be eclipsed (as it is now starting on the western horizon) will not ever happen.
Mts. Banoi and Pamitinan, just like other rough terrains are gems that need not polishing, its rawness is enough to give delight to the soul.
Mts. Banoi and Pamitinan, just like other rough terrains are gems that need not polishing, its rawness is enough to give delight to the soul.