Yes, cheers to us! I had to challenge myself with that climb, considering I had a long hiatus. We were using the old mountaineer's trail, as with the usual tradition of the fed climb. I remember, before we reached Hanggud Tubig (I Think), my right knee bashed on a boulder so I sustained a big bruise and a bump, then when we were on the longest forest line before the ridges, I had been stuck by a sharp branch on my left leg (resulting on a bloody cut) even before we exited the forest line with that centuries old trees that look like a portal. Anyhoo, I was still able to see the glimpse of the summit (albeit not so close, but kinda there). My guide, the sweeper Manong Jelly, was kind enough to get me through the ordeal by diverting my already anxious and panicking self. Well, after 3 days up there, I made it down to the JOP at the Brgy Hall of Alojipan (where the trail head starts). I was more than exhausted, mentally and physically. I was feeling that the majestic mountain had a lot of secrets that we had seen and experienced, but definitely WORTH another VISIT.
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