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Chapter affiliate of Wilderness Search and Rescue Philippines (WISAR PH)

27/06/2026

The Campsite Mt. Masaraga, June 22-26, 2026 – WISAR PH Bicol, in partnership with First Gen Renewables and The Campsite, held another successful training on technical rope rescue as part of our effort in continuous learning and solidifying partnerships.

The five-day event was participated by multiple government and non-government agencies across various locations in the Philippines learning rope rescue techniques from knot tying to advanced rope systems. All activities were held in strict compliance to operational safety protocols.

We would like to thank the training committee, our head facilitator Mighty Mike, guest trainer Ruel Tria, Ligao CDRRMO, Tiwi MDRRMO, Sorsogon CDRRMO, Pasig CDRRMO, Philippine Navy, The Campsite Mt. Masaraga, independent participants, and First Gen Renewables for the support and participation to this event.

Training Committee:
Joseph Villaranda
Julius Cruzat
Fernan Camu
Alex Martinez
Joel Ducante
Michael Odiongan
Gladys Fresnoza
Ruel Tria
Añonuevo Brothers

“Ang bawat isa ay iisa”

17/03/2026

March 9-11, 2026, The Campsite, Mt. Masaraga, Ligao, Albay—WISAR PH Bicol Chapter in coordination with First Gen (Energy Development Corp), headed by Michael “Mighty Mike” Odiongan and organized by WISARPH Bicol, facilitated a three-day training on Technical Rope Rescue with the objective to strengthen the skills and capabilities of government agencies and volunteer responders in Bicol region during SAR operations.

The event was a attended by WISARPH members, FBMI (Federation of Bicolano Mountaineers), and CDRRMO Ligao. The participants learned the fundamentals of rope rescue from safety awareness, knot tying, anchoring, stoke basket and sked patient packaging, lowering and hauling, monopole operation, and use of various mechanical and non-mechanical equipment in steep and high-angle situations.

We would like to thank all the participants, the organizing committee, The Campsite (Joel Ducante), our kitchen team (Anonuevo bros),Ligao LGU, and our instructor Mighty Mike for making this event safe and successful.

08/12/2025

‘Tis the season to gather and feast.

November 29, 2025, Malinao, Albay—WISAR Bicol Chapter members and their families celebrated the holiday season with a simple get-together feast. We also took the opportunity to review the year’s events and achievements, discuss the IRR, and share future plans for the organization.

We would like to thank our generous sponsors for adding extra smiles for our hardworking volunteers. Indeed, this year was a huge feat but we look forward to more this coming 2026.

Happy Holidays!

03/12/2025

Dec 2-3, 2025, Nabua, Camarines Sur—WISARPH Bicol Chapter was invited to co-facilitate the executive course on water and land rescue operations. Spearheaded by the Philippine Coast Guard Bicol District, the two-day event was organized to train and equip the local responders in Nabua with additional skills in life saving. The activities included LAST concept in search and rescue operations and improvisation techniques as well as water survival and rescue maneuvers.

We would like to thank PCG Bicol District, sir Jun Bongao (Project MAYA), Buboy Lagunday, the local government unit of Nabua and the rest of the attendees for their trust and support.

Mabalos! ANG BAWAT ISA AY IISA!

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