Boonie Stomp

May  02                   Canuon River                  Difficult                  4 hours for 3 miles
We explore a tributary of the Tarzan River, hiking up a deep gorge with large boulders and rock formations to climb up, over, and around. Then we visit several waterfalls and small swimming pools. Bring: 3 quarts water, get wet shoes, gloves, insect repellant, sunscreen, lunch and snacks, and camera. Special conditions: Lots of sword grass, a lot of climbing, a lots of walking in water, and a long hike.

Apr  25                   Taguon Bay to Umatac                  Easy                  2 hours for 1 mile
A great family and tot hike, a great beach dive/snorkel hike, and our annual cleanup hike. Because of the tides, we start at Toguan Bay and hike north to Umatac Bay. At both ends we clean up the beach. After the hike, Taguon Bay is a great place to swim, snorkel, and beach dive. Bring: 1 quart water, get wet shoes, swim suit, snorkel gear, sun screen, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Some rough rocks and a small stream to cross.

Apr  18                   Brittney’s Falls                  Very Difficult                  3 hours for 2 miles
We take a long, hard hike to a small waterfall with a deep swim hole below. Along the way are several interesting features, including the river crossing challenge, the swamp with its clean feet challenge, the gun location, and more sword grass than you ever want. Bring: 4 quarts water, hiking shoes, gloves, insect repellant, sunscreen, lunch and snacks, and camera. Special conditions: Lots of sword grass, a lot of climbing, a long steep exit, and a very long hike.

Apr  11                   Mt. Sasalaguan                  Difficult                  5 hours for 4 miles
We go to hell and back! We hike to the magnificent views from the top of Mt. Sasalaguan. We climb steadily up the long eastern ridge leading to the mountain, climb very steeply up the sword grass wall, then continue on an easier grade to the summit. Bring: 2 quarts water, hiking shoes, swim suit, Flashlight, gloves, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Walking in cave water, walking over rough limestone rocks, and steep slopes.

Apr  04                   Attilong Acho to Sella                  Difficult                  4 hours for 3 miles
We hike down the narrow, open ridge, then over the two huge black rock hills with good views the whole way. We then head over gently rolling terrain to the coastline at the head of Cetti Bay, then north to Sella Bay for swimming and snorkeling. Bring 3 quarts water, good shoes, gloves, sun screen, insect repellent, lunch, camera, swimsuit, and snorkel gear. Special conditions: Very steep slopes, sword grass, little shade

Apr  04                   MOONIE STOMP - Anao                  Difficult                  3 hours for 2 miles
We hike out to the overlook for great viewsof the shoreline and cliffs, then descend down the cliff and over to Sherwood Forest for a fireside gathering to roast marshmallows and hot dogs. A short trip over to the push-suck cave is an option Bring: HEADLIGHT or flashlight, 2 quarts water, sturdy hiking shoes, gloves, and insect repellent. Special conditions: A steep hill to descend and climb, mosquitoes, and hiking over rough sharp rocks.

Mar  25                   Mt. Schroeder to Inarajan                  Very Difficult                  7 hours for 5 miles
We make the long, steep, slippery climb up to the open summit of Mt. Schroeder with its outstanding views, climb steeply down to traverse the oven, climb steeply up to Atete, and make the long hike out to Inarajan Falls and finally Inarajan. Bring: 4 quarts water, hiking shoes, gloves, sunscreen, insect, lunch and snacks, and camera. Special conditions: Sword grass, little shade, a lot of climbing, and a seriously long hike.

Mar  18                   Mt. Jumullong-Manglo Loop                  Medium                  2 hours for 2 miles
We hike up the wide but sometimes steep trail to the large crosses on top of the mountain next to Mt. Lamlam to enjoy fantastic 270-degree views. We then continue our hike down the sword grass lined southern mountain trail to the steep downhill slopes of the rain gauge trail. Bring: 2 quarts water, hiking shoes, gloves, sunscreen, lunch, and camera. Special conditions: Sword grass, rough rocks, and steep slopes.

Mar  11                   Mt. Lamlam North                  Difficult                  4 hours for 3 miles
We take the steep Ben’s Falls down trail up to the false summit of Mt. Lamlam, take the difficult trail over to the true summit, then continue on through sword grass to the rim trail and the cave. Those who still have energy can explore the maze and beyond. Bring: 4 quarts water, hiking boots, gloves, sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent, and camera. Special conditions: Sword grass, rough rocks, and steep slopes.

Mar  04                   Southern Mountains to Ija                  Very Difficult                  7 hours for 8 miles
We go to hell! We travel the open ridge of the Southern Mountains, with excellent views the whole way. We then traverse over to Mt. Sasalaguan with its outstanding views, before heading steeply down to the Ija road. Bring: 4 quarts water, hiking shoes, gloves, sunscreen, lunch and snacks, and camera. Special conditions: Lots of sword grass, little shade, a lot of climbing, and a very long hike.