TREKKING

AND HIKING
Trekking
•Is a series of
hiking activities
minus the pre-
charted trails. It
is a longer
journey through
enchanted oaths
within a
challenging
environment.
Hiking
•Is a walking in a
natural environment
through pre-charted
paths and man-
made trails and
roads. It is also
referred to as a long
and vigorous walk
on trails in the
countryside.
Whether you trek or hike, your
feet will lead you to places where
you can commune with the
natural environment. The
experience of hiking and
trekking will give you a feeling
that you are one with nature.
 HIKING OR
TREKKING
EQUIPMENTS
1. BAG
•
Most important
companion in
your climb. The
ideal bag in
mountain
climbing is a
backpack as this
gives you more
freedom in your
movement.
 Fabric Boots A. FOOTWEAR
• Your feet
are the most
used body
part in a
 Leather boots climb. You
should
always take
care of
them.
B. Clothing and
Other Body
Protection
•
Whatever
clothes you will
wear, you must
remember that
your body gear
should always
allow you to
move freely and
easily in your
hike.
C. Tent and
Sleeping
Accessories
•
Your tent is your
shelter away
from home.
Invest on a one
that is super
quality as this
will give you
protection in the
wilderness of the
mountain.
2. First aid and
emergency kits

•
It is important
especially in
any emergency
situation.
OTHER
EQUIPMENTS
AND THINGS
TO BRING:
 COOKING AND EATING
UTENSILS
 CAMP NECESITIES
 REPAIR EQUIPMENT
WHAT TO DO
BEFORE THE
CLIMB?
 Physical preparation
 Psychological preparation
 Organizing the climbing
team
 Organizing the things to
bring
CHOOSING THE FOOD
AND AMOUNT OF
WATER TO BRING
 Bring food that:

Are not easily spoiled
 Lightweight
 Does not require a lot of water
 Easy to prepare; and
 Nutritious
BE FAMILIAR WITH THE
MOUNTAIN
 How high is it?
 How difficult and dangerous is the
trail?
 What are the customs and
traditions or served in the area?
 What are the usual hazards that I
might encounter?
WHAT TO DO AND
REMEMBER
DURING A CLIMB?
MOUNTAIN ETIQUITTE

Refers to the power
conduct that hikers and
trekkers must demonstrate
while in their journey.
MT. DINOR
Location: Sinoron, Sta. Cruz,
Davao del Sur
Height: 1,274 MASL
Traverse Day Hike Distance: 22
Kilometers
MT. LOAY
Location: Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur
Height: 1,040 MASL
Traverse Day Hike Distance:
Approx. 15 - 18 Kilometers
MT. APO
Location: Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur
Height: 2954 MASL
Hike Distance: Depends on the
Starting Point
Duration: 3 to 4 days
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