Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region V – Bicol
Schools Division Office
Camarines Norte

2019

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 INTRODUCTION
History, tradition and culture shape the pride of Camarines Norte. Such identity makes the province particularly unique. As the
home of first Rizal’s monument in the Philippines, it offers not only a heroic origin; rather, an experience and a way of life distinctively theirs.

CamNorteños value their heritage. Rituals, celebrations and festivals conducted annually evidently showcase the rich culture of the twelve
municipalities. The historical places symbolize the local heroes’ love for their country and their sacrifices encourage the youth to be patriotic and
nationalistic as well. More than the history, the province preserves its beliefs- being religious, courteous and industrious all the time. With these
values, Camarines Norte also respects and recognizes indigenous people.

Martsa Camarines Norte and Himno SDO Camarines Norte with all the other official hymns assail the air as a mantra from the heart. The
gift of talent is not only for song; it extends to literary anthologies written in local language. At present there are 37 folktales and short stories use
to teach golden values, develop comprehension and promote the tradition and history of the province.

Moreover, such great endowment is proudly shown by the renowned artists and athletes like Robin Padilla, Ricky Lee, Kimberly Baluzo,
Joross Gamboa, Ambet Nabus, Fortunato Co and Manuel Conde.

Gold, jewelry, agricultural products and sea foods mark the abundance of the twelve municipalities’ natural resources making mining, fishing
and plantation of palay, coconut and pineapple as the top industries. Delicacies come from the harvest and from the people’s creativity and ingenuity.

Camarines Norte is surrounded with famous tourist destinations from the shore to the mountains with sparkling falls. Calaguas, Carol Island
and Bagsbas Beach are few.

The province takes pride to its history, tradition and culture. However, the only way to preserve these is to educate the young ones and
instill in them the same pride and joy.

Thus, the Curriculum Implementation Division (CID) of DepEd SDO- Camarines Norte designed and crafted the Division Local Heritage Matrix
(DLHM) through cultural mapping of the communities and data gathering by group of teachers. The gathered information served as the basis for
the DLHM. With this heritage matrix, the CID aims to contribute in improving the performance of learners specially on learning outcomes and to
ensure an effective implementation of the curriculum through localization, indigenization and contextualization.

Heritage is meant to be passed down from one generation to the next. With the DLHM, teachers, as the cultural curators, will be guided on
the local heritage themes, what the learners should know, think and feel and be able to do to transfer learning. Only in this way, Camarines Norte
will be rest assured that the heritage---culture, tradition and values, it is so proud of will stand the test of time.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. iii

DLHM PROPER

Annual Rites
“Huli White” or Three Kings Celebration in Vinzons ..………………………………………………….. 1
Holy Week/Semana Santa Celebration ………………………………………………………………………. 2
Vinzons’ Day Celebration …………………………………………………………………………………………. 2

Festivals
Bantayog Festival …………………………………………………….……………………………………………… 3
Rahugan Festival ………………………………………………………………………………………………..….. 4
Palong Festival ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
Pinyasan Festival ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
Mambulawan Festival ………………………………………………………………………………………..…….. 5
Busig-on Festival …………………………………………………………………………………………………..... 6
Kadagatan Festival ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
Pabirik Festival ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Mananap Festival …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7
Boyoboy Festival ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Palayog Festival ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8
Paruyan Festival …………………………………………………………………………………………………….… 9
Tacboan Festival ……………………………………………………………………………………………………... 9

Rituals
Courtship and Engagement, Childbirth ……………………………………………………………………… 10

Historical Places
First Rizal Monument …………………………………….………………………………………………………… 10
Laniton/Pinaglabanan Shrine and Tigbinan Battle ……………..…………………………………………. 11
JOMAPA Monument ……………………………………………………………………………………………...... 12
Wenceslao Q. Vinzons Shrine ……………………………………………………………………………….….. 12
 St. Peter Church the Apostles …………………………….…………………………………………………… 13
St. John the Baptist Church ……………………………………………………………………………………. 13
Our Lady of Candelaria Church …………………………………………………………………………………. 14

Local Heroes
Jose Maria Panganiban …………………………………………………..………………………………….….. 14
Wenceslao Q. Vinzons ………………………………………………………………………………….….…….. 15
Hon. Vicente R. Lukban ……………………………………………………………………………………….… .15
Francisco Turko Boayes …………………………………………………………………………………………..… 16
Ildefonso Moreno ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….16
Other Local Heroes ………………………………………………………………………………………………...... 16

Enduring Values/Beliefs
Being religious, courteous and industrious ………………………………………………………………… 17

Indigenous People
Kabihug ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………...... 17

Indigenous Materials
Shells and capis, tiger grass, special stones, coconut shell, pineapple twine,
coconut tree, bamboo, rattan ………………………………………….…………………………………. 17

Musical pieces, Instruments, Songs

Martsa Camarines Norte ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 19
Himno SDO Camarines Norte ……………………………………………………………………………….….. 19
Sulong Labo, Ako’y Paracaleño …………………………………………………………………………….….. 19

Literary Anthologies written in local language

Epic of Busig-on ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 20
Filipino Martyr: Wenceslao Q. Vinzons ………………………………………...……………………………. 20
Folktales/Short Stories (written by Teacher-Writers)
Aka! Pwede Huyo! (Aba! Pwede pala Yun!), Kasanayang Kabihug …………………………….. 21
Ang Mahiwagang Sorbetes ……………………………………………………………………………………. 21
Si Aling Azon, Ang Magreregaton …………………………………………………………………………… 22
Nyog Bulabog ………………………………………………………………………………….…………………… 22
Kalibangbang sa Parang ………………………………………………………………………….………..….. 23
Mayumi, Mahilig sa Kendi ……………………………………………………………………………………… 23
Si Phara at ang Gintong Baka ………………………………………………………………......….….…… 24
Ang Korona ni Nina ………………………………………………………………………….…………………… 24
Ang Bakya ni Ana ……………………………………………………………………………………….….…….. 25
Nasaan si Chicky ……………………………………………………………………………….…………….…… 25
Si Kalab, ang Poging Kalabaw …………………………………………………………………………….…. 26
Intoy! Batang Masikap ………………………………………………………………………………………..… 26
JOMAPA, Jose Maria Panganiban: Bayani ng Mambulao …………………………………………... 27
Ang Hiwaga ng Pintakasi sa Bayan ng Mambulao …………………………………………………….. 27
Ulirang Kambal …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 28
PIYA, Ang Matalinong Isda ………………………………………………………………………………….… 28
Ang Pista ng Dolorosa ……………………………………………………………………….……………….... 29
Ang Munting Bibeng Naging Manok ………………………………………………………….……………. 29
Si Tuti, ang Manok na Puti ……………………………………………………………………………….…… 30
Teban, ang Natatanging Kalabaw ………………………………………………………………………….. 30
Si Berto at ang Ginto ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 31
Ang Talong ni Tipaklong …………………………………………………………………………………….…. 31
Ang Itim na Poong Nazareno …………………………………………………………………………………. 32
Ang Kambal na Talon (Imee-Irene Twin Falls) …………………………………………………….….. 32
Islas de Calaguas …………………………………………………………………………………………….…… 33
Bantayog ni Rizal sa Daet ……………………………………………………………………………………... 33
Paracale, Pabirik Festival ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 34
Ang Palong Festival ng Capalonga ………………………………………………………………………….. 34
Kadagatan Festival ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 35
Ang Alamat ng Mercedes ……………………………………………………………………………..……….. 35
Alamat ng San Vicente …………………………………………………………………………………..……… 36
Alamat ng Palong Manok ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 36
Aurorahan (Isang Alamat) ……………………………………………………………………………………… 37
 Ang Alamat ng Barangay Don Tomas ……………………………………………………………………… 37
Banwit ni Obet ……………………………………………………………………………………………………... 38
Ang Walis Tambo ni Ambo …………………………………………………………………………………….. 38
Si Juan Pakwan …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 39

Local Games …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 39

Food and Delicacies

Angko, Hinalo, Pandecillos, Pili Roll ………………………………………………….…………………….. 40

Local Products
Gold jewelries and handcrafted jewelries ………………………………………………………….……... 41
Pineapple, pili, coconut, banana, palay, native products made of bamboo, nipa,
nito, karagumay, sea foods ………………………………………………………………………….…….. 42

Local Groups, Talents ………………………………………………………………………………………….…………... 43

Kimberly Baluzo
Robin Padilla
Ricky Lee
Joross Gamboa
Ambet Nabus
Fortunato “Atoy” Co
Manuel Conde

Topography/Flora and Fauna

Rivers …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…... 44
Mountains ………………………………………………………………………………………………………...... 44
Caves …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……. 44
Trees …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 44

Famous Places/ Tourist Destinations

Calaguas Island Resort …………………………………………………………………………………….…... 45
Apuao Grande Island Resort ………………………………………………………………………………….. 45
Bagasbas Beach Resort …………………………………………………………………………………………. 46
 Carol Island ………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 47
Calalanay Island ………………………………………………………………………………………….…….... 47
Pulang Daga Beach ………………………………………………………………………………………….….. 47
Pag-asa Beach …………………………………………………………………………………………………..... 48
San Jose Beach ………………………………………………………………………………………………….... 48
Quinamanukan Island …………………………………………………………………………………………... 49
Pineapple Island Resort ………………………………………………………………………………………... 49
Sinagtala Resort …………………………………………………………………………………………………... 50
Colasi Falls …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 50
Mananap Falls ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 51
Mampurog River …………………………………………………………………………………………………... 51
San Lorenzo Ruiz Zipline ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 52

Industry
Fishing ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…. 52
Palay, Coconut …………………………………………………………………………………………………..... 53
Pineapple …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 54
Gold Mining and Jewelry Making ………………………………………………………………….………... 55

REFERENCES …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 56

APPENDIX
Appendix A- Brief Description of Camarines Norte …………………………………………………………………………. 57
Appendix B- Ang Bantayog Festival ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 62
Appendix C- Kadagatan Festival ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 63
Appendix D- Pinagmulan ng Bagasbas …………………………………………………………………………………………. 64
Appendix E - Epic of Busig-on ……………………………………………………………………………………………………... 65
Appendix F ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 66
Appendix G ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…. 67
Appendix H ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…. 68
Appendix I ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 69

BIBLIOGRAPHY ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 70
 DIVISION LOCAL HERITAGE MATRIX
CAMARINES NORTE
What learners should know
Local Heritage Themes
about?
What learners should be
What learners should
able to do to transfer
think and feel about?
learning?

Annual Rites, Festivals, Rituals

Annual Rites

Huli White or the Three Kings -Strengthen religious beliefs -Sharing their blessings to others
Celebration- an annual celebration in -Happiness and joy in giving and by organizing or participate in a
Vinzons and in the province every receiving gifts gift-giving activity
January 6. This is the Epiphany of the
church calendar, the 12th day after
Christmas, when the 3 Kings arrived
bearing gifts for baby Jesus.
Traditionally, children receive gifts on
this day, brought by the three kings,
Melchor, Gaspar and Baltazar.

“Huli White” Celebration in Vinzons

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 Holy Week Celebration/ Semana
Santa- the week just before the Easter
celebrated in Vinzons as special -They should feel the importance -Participate and/or witness the
solemnity as a time of devotion. of sacrifices of our savior Jesus different activities through the
Special activities featured are Christ. actual conduct or through social
“penitencia and pagpako sa krus”. media
-Role playing
-Writing reflections and journals
1 -Relate to real-life by doing good
things to others

Vinzons Day Celebration (September

28) This is the commemoration of the
birth anniversary of Vinzon's hero
Wenceslao Q. Vinzons, Sr., a native of
Vinzons (former Indan).
Commemorative mass & program,
oratorical contests, lecture forum on
the life of the hero, DBC/Lyre
competition, parade and others are
the highlights of this celebration.
-Preserve the history specifically
local heroes.
-Be proud of being CamNorteño
where local heroes emanate.
-Attend and witness the actual
celebration
-Film viewing about Vinzons’ life
and write reflection
-Learners to write biography of
Vinzons

*This is declared as a local holiday in

the province of Camrines Norte.

Vinzons Day Celebration (Sept. 28)

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Festivals

Bantayog Festival- an annual festival -To be proud of Camarines Norte -Know the history of own native
in Camarines Norte celebrated in and their own town. land in order to preserve the
order to honor the Philippine Major culture of Camarines Norte
Hero Jose Rizal who played a huge
role in fighting the Spaniards through -Share to others the identity of
writing during the Spanish every town
colonization. This is also to celebrate
the founding anniversary of the -Poster making, essay writing
province which features the products,
famous people, beautiful spots,
historical places, and festivals of every
town.

Bantayog Festival- Cam. Norte

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 Rahugan Festival- a festival in Basud -Adoration for family, feeling of -Witness and/or participate in the
which came from a “rahug” or bundle belongingness and unity festival
of coconuts. This is celebrated to
depict the character of Basudeños of -Exhibit of local products made of
being united. coconut tree and its fruit

-Slogan making about unity

Rahugan Festival (Oct. 17-24)- Basud

Palong Festival- a festival in -Be grateful for the presence of -Thanksgiving prayer for the
Capalonga in order to express abundant ornamental plants. abundance of ornamental plants
gratitude for the abundance of
ornamental plants known as rooster
combs or “palong manok”

Palong Festival (May 10-13)-Capalonga

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 Pineapple Festival – a festival in Daet -Value the importance and -Exhibit pineapple and its by-
which showcases Camarines Norte’s benefits of pineapple products
premier agri-product which is the
sweetest pineapple called Formosa -Be aware of local products and
source of livelihood in the locality

Pinyasan Festival (June 15-24) – Daet

Mambulawan Festival- held to -Mambuleño learners should be -Create a video presentation of the
coincide with the Feast of Our Lady of proud of its bountiful resources- historical places, cultural festivities
the Most Holy Rosary, the festival gold and the legacy made by the and tourist places.
aims to forge unity and cooperation town hero Jose Maria Panganiban.
among the local community, promote -Posting pictures and events
culture and arts, revitalization of -Be proud of being united and about the celebration
mining industry, exposition of the cooperative in every activity.
town’s best, homecoming and
involvement of Balikbayans, all geared
towards advancement and economic
growth.
Mambulawan Festival (Oct. 1-7) Jose
Panganiban

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 Busig-on Festival- a week-long -Value the heroic deeds of Busig- -Poster Making
celebration in Labo which showcase on.
talents and skills in competitive -Yell Making
manner while showing the town’s -Value the local epic.
places of interest and featuring the -Participate in the festival.
town’s unique historical places. This is -Learn lessons in life from the life
based on the epic of the hero Busig- of Busig-on
on who hails from Labo town.

Busig-on Festival (Sept. 3-8)- Labo

Kadagatan Festival- celebrated in -Be blessed and grateful of the -Participate/ engage in different
Mercedes in order to recognize Mother bountiful marine resources. activities of the festival
nature for the bountiful marine
resources. -Importance of preserving the
mother nature

Kadagatan Festival (August 1-8) Mercedes

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 Pabirik Festival in Paracale gives -Be proud of its identity as land of -Witness and/or participate in the
emphasis on its rich mining industry gold and be thankful for having festival.
while showcasing its gold products. gold as the main source of living.

Pabirik Festival (January 25-February 2) –

Paracale

Mananap Festival- a festival in San -Environmental awareness -Exploration activity

Vicente which promotes local culture
and tourism -Preservation and conservation of -Hiking
nature and local culture
-Tree planting

Mananap Festival (San Vicente)

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 Boyoboy Festival- a festival celebrated -The feeling of belongingness and -Cooking contest with pineapple
in San Lorenzo Ruiz. Boyoboy literally unity among the town people. as the main ingredient
means “pagkaborogkos” which
depicts the unique post-harvest -Patronize the by-products of
activity locally practiced by the pineapple.
people. It is a week-long celebration
aimed to promote agricultural
products, especially the Queen
pineapple and tourism as a whole.
Highlights of the event include an
industrial fair, beauty tilt, cultural
presentation, investment program,
and different sports events.

Boyoboy Festival (Nov. 8)

San Lorenzo Ruiz

Palayog Festival of Sta. Elena was -Be thankful of bountiful harvest- -Jingle making contest
derived from the agricultural palay and niyog.
products of Sta. Elena which is the -Cooking contest
Palay and Niyog.
-Poster making

-Participate in the different

activites

Palayog Festival (Sta. Elena)

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 Paruyan Festival- a festival in Talisay; -Be thankful of bountiful harvest -Slogan writing
got its name from the word “paruy”
which means grains of rice. -Participate or witness Street
dancing competition

Paruyan Festival (Oct. 1-4) Talisay

Tacboan Festival – celebration in -Being proud of their own town. -Exhibit of local delicacies
Vinzons dedicated to the town's
original name which is Tacboan. -Quiz Bee
Some of the activities are
commemorative mass, street dancing,
trade fair, exhibits, sports and a lot
more.

Tacboan Festival in Vinzons

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Rituals

a. Courtship and Engagement
Pahayagan/ Pamamanhikan
Pamimianan- asking for the girl’s
parents’ permission to wed the
affianced pair. The custom symbolizes
honor and respect for the parents,
seeking their blessing and approval
before getting married.
-The importance of continuing the
ideals of traditional courtship.
Most of CamNorteños adopt a
modern way of courtship,
wedding, childbirth and burial but
still good values are cultured in the
heart of everyone.
-Interview/ ask their
grandmother, grandfather to
gather information
-Visit provincial and municipal
library and provincial museum
-Letter composition

b. Childbirth Childbirth- the act or process of giving -Be blessed, joyful and happy of -Interview
birth to child. Some still patronize having a new member of the
Partira/hilot, most are in RHUs/lying- family. -Photo exhibit
in and in hospitals.
-Video making

Historical Places and Events

Unang Bantayog ni Jose Rizal
Unang Bantayog ni Jose Rizal (First -Be proud and honor the -Field trip
Rizal Monument) -The town of Daet monument as respect to the heroic
holds the distinction of being the first deeds of Dr. Jose Rizal. -Essay writing about the life of
town to erect a monument in honor of Dr. Jose Rizal
Dr. Jose P. Rizal. This is the first
monument built throughout the -Thank you letter to Dr. Jose
Philippines. The effort was initiated by Rizal for his good deeds done
Lt. Col. Antonio Saez of the
Revolutionary Army. The unveiling
was held on December 30, 1898. This
historical landmark stands on the
corner of Magallanes and J. Lukban
Streets.

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 Laniton Shrine and Battle- Laniton is
the site of the first ever armed
confrontation between Filipino guerilla
units and the elements of Japanese
Imperial Army in the Philippines as
recorded in the annals of the history.
It was Wenceslao Q. Vinzons who led
the Filipino guerilla resistance forces
in that fateful encounter.
Laniton Shrine and Battle
(Laniton, Basud)
-Be proud of being a native of -Poster making contest
Camarines Norte, the home of
heroes. -Honor the shrine.
-Be proud of being a Camnorteño
whose bravery in fighting with the
guerillas are evident.
-Stand firm to defend own country
for its liberty.

Tigbinan Battle- During the Second

World War, aside from the Laniton
Battle there was also a valiant stand
Tigbinan Battle put up by Filipino guerillas under the
command of Wenceslao Q. Vinzons
which took place in Tigbinan, Labo. It
happened on December 19 to 23,
1941 which saw the gallantry and
military savvy of Filipino militias who
offered their lives in defense of this
nation.

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 Jose Maria Panganiban Monument-
situated in front of the Municipal
Building of Jose Panganiban. This
represents the participation of the
Bicol Region and in particular of
Camarines Norte in the country’s
quest for independence from Spain.
Jose Maria Panganiban Monument
W. Q. Vinzons Shrine- a two-storey
house, the former residence of W. Q.
Vinzons Sr.- a hero during the
Japanese war, was converted into a
shrine complete with public library
and museum which stores the
memorabilia of Vinzons.
Wenceslao Q. Vinzons Shrine
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Mambuleños should be proud of -Essay writing about the life of
being united and cooperative in Jose Maria Panganiban
every activity.
-Thank you letter to JOMAPA for
-Be proud and honor the his good deeds done
monument as respect to the Jose
Maria Panganiban being one of the
instruments for our independence
from Spain.
-Be proud of the shrine, respect -Actual visit to the shrine
the place and take good care by
being careful when visiting the
place.
 St. Peter Church the Apostles- the
oldest church in Camarines Norte,
built in 1611. This is situated in
Vinzons which showcases the rich and
wealth heritage of the province.
St. Peter Church the Apostles (Vinzons)
St. John the Baptist Church- This is
one of the oldest churches in the
province of Camarines Norte. It can be
found in the town of Daet. It was built
by the Franciscan Friars in 1611.
St. John the Baptist Church (Daet)
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-Strengthen the religious beliefs of -Album making
the Camnorteños which is one way
of preserving the cultural heritage -Video making
of the province.
-Field trip
-Attend mass in this church
-Strengthen the religious beliefs of -Field trip
the Camnorteños which is one way
of preserving the cultural heritage -Attend mass in this church
of the province.
 Our Lady of Candelaria- situated in
Paracale, one of the churches built in
Camarines in 1611. It features the
miraculous canonically image of Lady
of Candelaria.
Our Lady of Candelaria Church (Paracale)
Local Heroes
Jose Ma. Panganiban y Enverga
(February 1, 1863 – August 19, 1890)
A Filipino propagandist, linguist, and
essayist. He is one of the main writers
and contributors for La Solidaridad,
writing under the pen names
"Jomapa" and "J.M.P."
Jose Maria Panganiban
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-Strengthen the religious beliefs of -Field trip
the Camnorteños which is one way
of preserving the cultural heritage -Attend mass in this church
of the province.
-Valuing heroic deeds of JOMAPA -Participate in school publication
as a writer.
-Courage and bravery can be
shown not only in the actual battle -Publish an article.
but also through writing.
-Essay writing
 Wenceslao Quinito Vinzons - (born -Show bravery and courage to -Charcoal painting of Vinzons’
September 28, 1910-July 15, 1942) defend for the freedom of the photo
Lawyer, orator, labor leader, writer, people.
youngest delegate to the 1935 -Journal writing
Constitutional Convention and
youngest signatory of the Charter at
the age of 25. As the governor in 1940
and congressman-elect in 1941 and
refusing to surrender, he evacuated
the provincial government during the
Japanese occupation to the
hinterlands of Labo and led a guerrilla
force against the Japanese forces.

Wenceslao Q. Vinzons

General Vicente Rilles Lukban

(February 11, 1860 - November 16, -Value education; can serve as -Join in school clubs/
1916) was a Philippine general during instrument in good leadership. organizations
the Philippine-American War. He was
born in Labo, Camarines Norte on Feb.
11, 1860. His parents were Don
Agustin Lukban and Dona Andrea
Rilles. He finished his early education
in Escuela Pia, continued studying in
Ateneo Municipal de Manila (now
Ateneo de Manila University), and
took up LLB in University of Santo
Tomas and Colegio de San Juan de
Letran.
Hon. Vicente R. Lukban

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 Francisco Turko Boayes- a legendary
hero from Daet, Camarines Norte who
took over the command of Filipino
guerillas who were fighting the
Japanese Imperial Army in Camarines
Norte from 1942 to 1945.
-Show bravery and courage to -Symposium, debate
defend for the freedom of the
people.
-Value education; can serve as
instrument in good leadership.

Francisco Turko Boayes

Ildefonso Moreno – A businessman

Ildefonso Moreno
Other Local Heroes
Tomas Zaldua
and a Katipunero who led the revolt in
Daet against the Spaniards on April -Show bravery and courage to -Symposium, debate
15-18, 1896. His group did not defend for the freedom of the
succeed and believed he was shot or people.
beheaded by the Spaniards resulting
to his death inside the house of Don
Florencio Arana where the Spaniards
were hiding.

Rosalio Pajarillo Other local heroes are Tomas Zaldua,

Rosalio Pajarillo, Juan Pimentel and
Juan Pimentel
Miguel Ibana.
Miguel Ibana

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Enduring Values/ Beliefs Being religious- manifesting faith, full -Be positive and optimistic in their -Attend mass, pray together
devotion, have strong belief in and devotion to God. 3 o’clock habit
connection to God. Participate in religious activities

Being courteous- characterized by -Show respect to elders and -Pagmamano

courtesy, politeness and gracious
good manners
Being industrious- characterized by
hardwork and perseverance
others.
-Show love and concern to family
members and others.
-Be a responsible citizen.
-Using “po at opo
-Asking permission when leaving
-Doing household chores
-Taking care of younger siblings
-Apply the lessons learned
-Role playing

Indigenous People
Kabihug – group of indigenous people -Respect to the Kabihug by -Gift giving
Kabihug who live in scattered, isolated treating them accordingly.
mountainous parts of Camarines -Be friends with the Kabihug
Norte particularly in Guisican, Labo,
Tanawan, Capalonga, Osmeña, Jose -Adopt a Kabihug
Panganiban and Paracale

Indigenous Materials Shells and capis- can be used as -Realize the importance of -Use the materials properly.
counters. These can be found in conservation/preservation of the -Patronize locally-made products.
Mercedes, Vinzons, Capalonga, local sources of these materials. -Use indigenous materials:
Paracale, and Talisay. e.g. as counters

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Tiger grass- used in making tambo or -Realize the importance of -Use the materials properly.
soft broom. These are found in San conservation/preservation of the
Lorenzo Ruiz and Sta. Elena. local sources of these materials. -Patronize locally-made products.

Special stones- used in landscaping -We can make products out of -Conserve and protect the local
and beautification. Can be found near local indigenous materials as a sources of these materials.
sea areas like Mercedes, Paracale, and source of family income.
Capalonga.
-Use indigenous materials:
Cocounut shell- used as coin bank, as e.g. as counters, as source of
musical instrument, as decoratives in livelihood, as material for
native bags, as material in kadang- landscaping and beautification
kadang. This is a by-product of
coconut. Coconuts are found in all
towns of Camarines Norte.

Pineapple twine-used as main

material in barong, dress, bags,
handicrafts.

Coconut tree- The leaves can be used

in making basket, hard broom, ball,
decoration in weddings, etc. The trunk
can be used as lumber and bridge.
Other by products of coconut tree are

as vegetable “ubod”, buko juice,

buko meat, copra, oil, coconut milk,
and many more.

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 Bamboo- can be used in making sala -Conserve/preserve the local -Patronize locally-made products.
set, bed, in building houses, bridge, sources of these materials.
raft, etc. -Conserve and protect the local
sources of these materials.
Rattan- can be used in making
handicrafts. This can be found in Labo
and Sta. Elena.

Musical pieces/ instruments/

Songs/ Activities Martsa Camarines Norte- official hymn -Being patriotic -Sing the song by heart.
of Camarines Norte province written -CN People are encouraged to
by Aimon Buan and lyrics by Fe L. learn the lyrics of the song.
Calimlim -CN People are encouraged to
learn the lyrics of the song.

Himno SDO Camarines Norte- official
hymn of Schools Division of
Camarines Norte, written by Darcy
Guy Y. Mañebo and Nelson R. Gomez
and music by Paul Francis L. Padillo
(2018)
-Being loyal to own province and -Sing the song by heart.
SDO
-Interpret the song by giving its
-DepEd personnel are encouraged meaning being conveyed.
to learn the lyrics of the song.

Sulong Labo- the official hymn of -Being patriotic. -Sing the song by heart.
Town of Labo, Camarines Norte
-Paracale People are encouraged -Sing the song by heart.
Ako’y Paracaleño- the official hymn of to learn the lyrics of the song.
Town of Paracale

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Literary anthologies written in
local language

Epic of Busig-on- It is the basis of Emulate the values and -Relate the story
Busig-on Festival. Carlos C. Galvez characteristics of the character
contributed in the “Ang Epiko ng depicted in the epic -Role playing
Busig-on”. He is the main contributor
of the Busig-on Festival. -Writing reflections

EPIC OF BUSIG-ON

Filipino Martyr: Wenceslao Q. -Admiration in the heroic deeds of -Making timeline on the life of
Vinzons- a book about the life of Wenceslao Q. Vinzons Vinzons
Vinzons

Filipino Martyr: Wenceslao Q. Vinzons

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Folktales/Short Stories
(Written by Teacher-Writers)

*AKA! PWEDE HUYO! (Aba! Pwede

Pala Yun!), Kasanayang Kabihug

Sinulat ni: Isaac O. Sangrio

Sa pagguhit ni: Ladylyn B.
Capiral (Capalonga District) -Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making

-Internalize the message of the -Debate

story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

*ANG MAHIWAGANG SORBETES

Sinulat ni: Lovelyn M. Villar

Sa Pagguhit ni Glenda G.
Hernandez at Erlina M. Lara
(Daet South District)

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 * SI ALING AZON, ANG
MAGREREGATON
Sinulat nina: Melody B. Alcantara,
Melody M. Balmes,
at Maria Lourdes M. Rapi
Sa Paagguhit nina: Luning-ning T.
Macho, Venus S. Bandales,
Maya P. Parale, Kristine A. Orlanda
at Myra E. Gonzales
(Sta. Elena District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

*NYOG BULABOG

Sinulat ni: Jovy Q. Abiera

Sa Pagguhit nina: Reymund M.
Trinidad, Jinnefer Rose B. Abanes,
Nancy L. Noga at Ligaya C. Asban
(Basud District)

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 *KALIBANGBANG SA PARANG

Sinulat ni: Agnes R. Acal

Sa Pagguhit nina: Jocelyn D.
Detera at Jossie R. Villafranca
(Vinzons District)
-Understand the story and be able
to answer the comprehension
-Role playing
questions.
-Internalize the message of the -Poster making
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Debate
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Storytelling

-Making stories, etc.

*MAYUMI, MAHILIG SA KENDI

Sinulat ni: Oliver D. Merciales

Sa Pagguhit nina: Ligaya C. Asban,
Glenda A. Gutierrez, Reymund M.
Trinidad, Jinnefer Rose B. Abanes
at Nancy L. Noga (Basud District)

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* SI PHARA AT ANG GINTONG BAKA

Sinulat nina: Anecyl P. Capus,

Yolanda C. Dasco
at Zorayda B. Acdan
Sa Pagguhit nina: Jaybe V.
Villagracia, Ronald E. Pacao, Larcy M. -Understand the story and be able -Role playing
De Lemios, Juliet D. Navales to answer the comprehension
at Jason M. Velasco questions. -Poster making
(Paracale District)
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

*ANG KORONA NI NINA

Sinulat ni: Caren P. Asis

Sa Pagguhit ni: Marion T.
Almadrones
(Daet South District)

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 *ANG BAKYA NI ANA

Sinulat ni: Noemi Gan-Labaro

Sa Pagguhit nina: Ligaya Corea
Asban, Glenda Abilgos Gutierrez
At Nancy Lorica Noga
(Basud District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

* NASAAN SI CHICKY?

Sinulat ni: Sherlyn D. Santamena

Sa pagguhit nina: Maria Theodora B.
Suazon, Aiza E. Realuyo, Corazon G.
Zabala, Ronilia O. Nala
at Eleanor C. Hilario
(Labo West District)

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*SI KALAB, ANG POGING KALABAW

Sinulat nina: Maria C. Eco, Johnna J.

Visitacion at Michelle R. Tubice
Sa pagguhit nina: Danilo P. Español,
Miriam D. Cariño, Lorna N. Amores,
Kris D. Villaluna at Wenilyn L. Goyola
(Labo East District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

* INTOY! BATANG MASIKAP

Sinulat ni: Emma B. Colambo

Sa pagguhit nina: Ruby R. Orogo,
Jessilyn O. Paragas, Dean Paul O.
Buenaflor, Joecel A. Marilla,
Michelle T. Villafuerte
at Michelle C. Donayon
(Jose Panganiban West District)

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 * JOMAPA, JOSE MARIA
PANGANIBAN, BAYANI NG
MAMBULAO
Sinulat ni: Margarita B. Pontillas
Sa pagguhit ni Anna Liza C. Canicula
(Jose Panganiban East District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

* ANG HIWAGA NG PINTAKASI SA

BAYAN NG MAMBULAO

Sinulat ni: Arjane R. Duero

Sa pagguhit nina: Ailene A. Bayani
at Evangeline T. Manga
(Jose Panganiban East District)

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 *ULIRANG KAMBAL

Sinulat nina: Normelita A. Salamero,

Rowena M. Ramos
at Marilou A. Blanco
Sa pagguhit nina: Jennifer A. Efondo,
Emma E. Sarmiento, Annalyne P.
Sioco, Gina F. Aberia
at Aires S. Orbista
(San Vicente San Lorenzo Ruiz
District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

“PIYA”, ANG MATALINONG ISDA

Sinulat ni: Elizabeth P. Arimbuyotan

Sa pagguhit nina: Maria Teodora B.
Suazo, Corazon G. Zabala,
Alicia E. Almoradie, Aiza E. Realuyo,
Ronilia O. Nala at Eleonor C. Hilario
(Labo West District)

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 *ANG PISTA NG DOLOROSA
(Biyernes Dolores)

Sinulat ni: Melba M. Ibias

Sa pagguhit nina: Vivencia C. Mira,
Desiree S. Vergara
at Melody B. Naing
(Talisay District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

*ANG MUNTING BIBENG NAGING

MANOK

Sinulat ni: Marichu R. Rico

Sa pagguhit nina: Maria Christina P.
Factor at Mary Jane O. Perez
(Daet South District)

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 *SI TUTI ANG MANOK NA PUTI

Sinulat ni: Michelle T. Villafuerte

Sa pagguhit nina: Jesselyn O Paragas
at Dean Paul O. Buenaflor
(Jose Panganiban West District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making

-Internalize the message of the -Debate

story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

* TEBAN, ANG NATATANGING

KALABAW

Sinulat ni: Alicia C. Zabala

Sa pagguhit ni: Petronilo L. Pecundo
(Talisay District)

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 *SI BERTO AT ANG GINTO
Sinulat ni: Michelle V. Daiz
Sa pagguhit nina: Rizza O. Español at to answer the comprehension
Maria Elizabeth B. Bola
(Jose Panganiban East District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

* ANG TALONG NI TIPAKLONG

Sinulat ni: Madonna G. Abustan

Sa pagguhit ni: Maria F. Sentin
(Daet North District)

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 *ANG ITIM NA POONG HESUS
NAZARENO NG CAPALONGA

Sinulat nina: Elsa U. Sarto at

Josephine D. Raviz
Sa pagguhit nina: Maximo M. Aler
at Josephine D. Raviz
(Capalonga District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the
-Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not
-Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers.
-Making stories, etc.

*ANG KAMBAL NA TALON

(Imee-Irene Twin Falls)

Sinulat nina: Luning-ning T. Macho,

Melody B. Alcantara, Melody M.
Balmes at Maria Lourdes M. Rapi
Sa pagguhit nina: Myra E. Gonzales,
Luning-ning T. Macho, Venus S.
Bandales, Kristine A. Orlanda
at Maya P. Parale
(Sta. Elena District)

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 *ISLAS DE CALAGUAS
(Paraiso ng Vinzons)
Sinulat ni: Michelle A. Orsolino
Sa pagguhit nina: Beverlyn T.
Villafranca, Lolita N. Sarmiento
At Jennifer D. Dela Torre
(Vinzons District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

* BANTAYOG NI RIZAL SA DAET

Sinulat ni: Analiza B. Boboyo

Sa pagguhit nina: Maricel S. Andrade,
Rosana P. Potes, Rovi R. Gorospe at
Grace E. Susano
(Daet North Disatrict)

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 * PARACALE, PABIRIK FESTIVAL

Sinulat nina: Yolanda C. Dasco,
Zorayda B. Acdan at Anecyl B. Capus
Sa pagguhit nina: Jaybe V.
Villagracia, Juliet D. Navales, Ronald
E. Pacao, Larcy M. De Lemios at
Jason M. Velasco (Paracale District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

* ANG PALONG FESTIVAL NG

CAPALONGA

Sinulat ni: Juliet A. Fernandez

Sa pagguhit nina: Imelda A. Alfante,
Rowena Y. Canales at Maximo M.
Aler
(Capalonga District)

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 *KADAGATAN FESTIVAL
Sinulat ni: Daisy C. Abogado
Sa Pagguhit nina: Maria Carmela D.
Andrade at Annabel C. Molina
(Mercedes District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

*ANG ALAMAT NING MERCEDES

Sinulat ni: Maria Fe E. Villafuerte

Sa Pagguhit nina: Jocelyn O. Olfindo
at Ailyn E. Capricho
(Mercedes District)

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 *ALAMAT NG SAN VICENTE

Sinulat nina: Marilou A. Blanco,

Normelita A. Salamero
at Rowena M. Ramos
Sa pagguhit nina: Annalyne P. Sioco,
Gina F. Abiera, Emma E. Sarmiento,
Aires S. Orbista
at Jennifer A. Efondo
(San Vicente San Lorenzo-Ruiz
District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

*ALAMAT NG PALONG MANOK

Sinulat ni: Jesselyn T. Balane

Sa Pagguhit ni Ladylyn B. Capiral
(Capalonga District)

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 * AURORAHAN (ISANG ALAMAT)

Sinulat ni: Maricel B. Bardon

Sa pagguhit nina: Lolita M.
Sarmiento, Beverlyn T. Villafranca -Understand the story and be able -Role playing
at Jennifer D. Dela Torre to answer the comprehension
(Vinzons District) questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the
-Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not
-Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers.
-Making stories, etc.
*ANG ALAMAT NG BARANGAY DON
TOMAS
Sinulat nina: Myra E. Gonzales,
Melody M. Balmes, Maria Lourdes M.
Rapi at Melody B. Alcantara
Sa pagguhit nina: Myra E. Gonzales,
Luning-ning Macho,
Kristine A. Orlanda,
Venus S. Bandales
at Maya P. Parale
(Sta. Elena District)

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 *BANWIT NI OBET

Sinulat ni: Vivian B. Villania

Sa pagguhit ni: Mary
Sharon E. Corpuz
(Mercedes District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the
-Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not
-Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers.
-Making stories, etc.

*ANG WALIS TAMBO NI AMBO

Sinulat nina: Normelita A. Salamero,

Rowena M. Ramos
at Marilou A. Blanco
Sa pagguhit nina: Annalyne P. Sioco,
Aires S. Orbista, Emma E. Sarmiento,
Jennifer A. Efondo at Gina F. Aberia
(San Vicente San Lorenzo-Ruiz
District)

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*SI JUAN PAKWAN
Sinulat ni: Rechilda B. Torrero
Sa Pagguhit nina: Melody B. Naing,
Vivincia C. Mira, Petronilo Pecundo,
Thelma U. Arce at Desiree S. Vergara
(Talisay District)
-Understand the story and be able -Role playing
to answer the comprehension
questions. -Poster making
-Internalize the message of the -Debate
story by adopting the positive
aspects. Those stories that do not -Storytelling
depict good examples should
serve as lessons to the readers. -Making stories, etc.

No local games which is unique in the

province with compare to other
Local games
places.

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Food and Delicacies Angko- a glutinous rice with crushed -They should be happy to know -Prepare advertisement, fliers,
sweetened peanuts, taste like mochi that people from Vinzons are brochure, media presentation,
filled with peanut butter creative and industrious, where trade fair
these delicacies could be a source
of livelihood. -Prepare a recipe (with ingredients
Hinalo- another kind of glutinous rice and procedures)
with biko and pili bits, taste like tikoy -Be proud that these special
but with the texture of suman delicacies from Vinzons can be -Cook following the procedure
given as tokens and pasalubong. indicated in the recipe

Pandecillos- bread filled with yema

filling and pili nuts

These special delicacies are served

during special occasions, events and
celebrations.

These are also served to visitors

and tourists, and are frequently given
as tokens to guests and visitors of
Camarines Norte.

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Local Products

Gold Jewelries like earrings, necklace, -They should be happy to know
bracelet, anklets, etc. made of gold that Camarines Norte is abundant
from Paracale, Jose Panganiban and in natural resources and it could
Labo. be a source of livelihood although
sometimes it is dangerous.
Handcrafted jewelries made of silver -Appreciate being artistic and
and white gold patient in making handcrafted
jewelries by using locally-made
jewelries.
-Interview gold miners/panners
and jewelry makers on how to
make jewelries.
-Witnessing the actual making of
jewelries.
-Create design for handcrafted
jewelries.

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Pineapple, pili, coconut, banana, -Give importance to these local -Use these products as subject in
palay, native products made of products which serve as source of word problem solving in
bamboo, nipa, nito, tambo, income. Mathematics.
karagumay, sea foods (crabs,
shrimps, fish, etc.) -Patronize these native products.

-Make a video presentation

advertising these products.

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Local Groups, Talents
Kimberly Baluzo- won 1st runner-up
in the country’s biggest online
singing competition, Wishcovery

Robin Padilla- an actor

Ricky Lee- scriptwriter

Joross Gamboa- an actor -Show their talents. -Participate in activities that will
enhance one’s talents.
Ambet Nabus- radio anchor and -Enhance one’s talents.
showbiz reporter

Fortunato “Atoy” Co- former PBA

player, actor

Manuel Conde- multi-awarded actor/

director, national artist for cinema

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Topography/ flora and fauna

Rivers Daet River -Appreciate the beauty of nature -Participate in the Clean and
Busig-on River as God’s gifts. Green Project: Clean-up Drive,
Labo River Tree Planting
Matogdon River -Protect our natural resources to
Bahi River preserve the lives of animals and -Make/create poster focus on
Pagsangahan River creatures living in it. protecting rivers, mountains, etc.
Abasig River
Caayunan River -Take pride of the rich and -Make Advocacy Slogan to protect
Mananap River beautiful topography, flora and the rivers, mountains, etc.
Mampurog River fauna of Camarines Norte.
Pag-asa River, Labo
Pag-asa River, Jose Panganiban

Mt. Cadig
Mountains Resettlement Mountain
Mt. Bagacay

Caves Canton Cave- An exhilarating wonder

for a handful brave adventurers

Mother Tree- located at Bicol Natural

Trees Park, Maharlika Hi-way, Sitio Nalisan,
Barangay Tuaca, Basud, Camarines
Norte; the oldest and the largest tree
in Bicol Region.

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Famous Places/Tourist
Destinations
Calaguas Island Resort in Vinzons
Apuao Grande Island Resort in
Mercedes
Calaguas Island Resort and Apuao
Grande Island Resort- These are
suitable for water-based activities
such as swimming, snorkeling, wind
surfing, and island hopping, and land-
based activities like trekking and
sunbathing. These islands have
beaches with powdery white sand
similar to that in Boracay. These
islands are also perfect for surfing and
kiteboarding. This can be considered
virgin since no resorts have been
established there yet.
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-Appreciate the beauty of nature
as God’s gifts.
-Take pride of the beauty of
nature that Cam. Norte have.
-These beaches are to be
protected because they are our
natural resources and tourist
destination.
-Draw/Create poster of
beauties/tourist destinations in
Camarines Norte they have
visited.
-Make slogan/Draw posters focus
on protecting the beaches/tourist
destinations.
-Describe the beaches/tourist
destinations in Camarines Norte
they have visited.
-Participate in Clean-up Drive,
Tree Planting Activities.
Observe “CLAYGO” Clean As You
Go.
 Bagasbas Beach- The most popular
beach resort in the province is in Brgy
Bagasbas. The beach has a long and
wide expanse of fine gray sand.
During clear but windy days, the big
waves that roll in from the Pacific
Ocean make it a paradise for surfing
beginners and afficionados.
Bagasbas Beach Resort
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-Appreciate the beauty of nature
as God’s gifts.
-Take pride of the beauty of
nature that Cam. Norte have.
-These beaches are to be
protected because they are our
natural resources and tourist
destination.
-Draw/Create poster of
beauties/tourist destinations in
Camarines Norte they have
visited.
-Make slogan/Draw posters focus
on protecting the beaches/tourist
destinations.
-Describe the beaches/tourist
destinations in Camarines Norte
they have visited.
-Participate in Clean-up Drive,
Tree Planting Activities.
-Observe “CLAYGO” Clean As You
Go.

Carol Island in Jose Panganiban
Calalanay Island in Jose Panganiban
Pulang Daga Beach in Paracale
Carol Island, Calalanay Island (Jose
Panganiban) and Pulang Daga Beach
(Paracale)- Frequently visited by
picnickers and swimmers. It has a
clean sand and commands a
panoramic view of the wide Pacific
Ocean.
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-Appreciate the beauty of nature
as God’s gifts.
-Take pride of the beauty of
nature that Cam. Norte have.
-These beaches are to be
protected because they are our
natural resources and tourist
destination.
-Draw/Create poster of
beauties/tourist destinations in
Camarines Norte they have
visited.
-Make slogan/Draw posters focus
on protecting the beaches/tourist
destinations.
-Describe the beaches/tourist
destinations in Camarines Norte
they have visited.
-Participate in Clean-up Drive,
Tree Planting Activities.
-Observe “CLAYGO” Clean As You
Go.
 Pag-asa Beach (Jose Panganiban)-
Just 3 kilometers away from the town -Appreciate the beauty of nature -Draw/Create poster of
proper, this beach became popular as God’s gifts. beauties/tourist destinations in
among enthusiastic swimmers, Camarines Norte they have
bathers and night promenaders. -Take pride of the beauty of visited.
nature that Cam. Norte have.
-Make slogan/Draw posters focus
-These beaches are to be on protecting the beaches/tourist
protected because they are our destinations.
natural resources and tourist
Pag-asa Beach in Jose Panganiban destination. -Describe the beaches/tourist
destinations in Camarines Norte
they have visited.

-Participate in Clean-up Drive,

San Jose Beach- An extension of Tree Planting Activities.
Bagasbas beach. Known for its fine
gray sand. It faces the Pacific Ocean -Observe “CLAYGO” Clean As You
and features strong winds, making it Go.
ideal for wind surfing, snorkeling,
swimming and jet skiing.

San Jose Beach in Talisay

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 Quinamanukan Island. This tourist
attraction offers white wide sand
beach and clear water ideal for -Appreciate the beauty of nature -Draw/Create poster of
swimming and snorkeling. It is about as God’s gifts. beauties/tourist destinations in
40 minutes ride by motorboat from Camarines Norte they have
the town proper of Vinzons. -Take pride of the beauty of visited.
nature that Cam. Norte have.
-Make slogan/Draw posters focus
Quinamanukan Island in Vinzons
-These are to be protected on protecting the beaches/tourist
because they are our natural destinations.
resources and tourist destination.
-Describe the beaches/tourist
destinations in Camarines Norte
they have visited.
Pineapple Island Resort- located in the
sprawling 5-hectare eco-tourism lot, 3 -Participate in Clean-up Drive,
kms. southwest of Daet. It has a Tree Planting Activities.
water park, Y-shaped man-made -Observe “CLAYGO” Clean As You
lagoon, fantasy laden pool and breath Go.
taking waterslides with various levels
for a distinct splash on a gentle pool.

Pineapple Island Resort

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 Sinagtala Resort- The resort is located
in a vast tract of land near a river and
only ten-minute drive from the town
proper of Labo. Lush greeneries, tall
forest trees and pristine water of the
rive cannot escape the meticulous eye
of the visitors. The river was
converted into pools to suit the
swimmer’s age and need.
Sinagtala Resort
Colasi Falls- is an attractive falls
amidst a pristine forest in Colasi,
Mercedes, Camarines Norte. The falls
is about 70 feet high, with sparkling
blue water for swimmers, bathers,
and nature lovers.
Colasi Falls
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-Appreciate the beauty of nature
as God’s gifts.
-Take pride of the beauty of
nature that Cam. Norte have.
-These are to be protected
because they are our natural
resources and tourist destination.
-Draw/Create poster of
beauties/tourist destinations in
Camarines Norte they have
visited.
-Make slogan/Draw posters focus
on protecting the beaches/tourist
destinations.
-Describe the beaches/tourist
destinations in Camarines Norte
they have visited.
-Participate in Clean-up Drive,
Tree Planting Activities.
-Observe “CLAYGO” Clean As You
Go.
 Mananap Falls- Roughly 18 kilometers
west of Daet. One has to hike 3
kilometers to reach the scenic -Appreciate the beauty of nature -Draw/Create poster of
attraction. The deep cool water makes as God’s gifts. beauties/tourist destinations in
it suitable for swimming. Camarines Norte they have
-Take pride of the beauty of visited.
nature that Cam. Norte have.
-Make slogan/Draw posters focus
-These are to be protected on protecting the beaches/tourist
because they are our natural destinations.
resources and tourist destination.
-Describe the beaches/tourist
destinations in Camarines Norte
Mananap Falls
they have visited.
Mampurog River- The most popular
river resort in the province because of -Participate in Clean-up Drive,
its crystal-clear water, long-span Tree Planting Activities.
hanging bridge and with lush foliage
inherent in the place. Best of all the -Observe “CLAYGO” Clean As You
place is well visited because of its Go.
proximity in the capital town of Daet.

Mampurog River

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 San Lorenzo Zipline- 750 meters -Appreciate the beauty of nature -Draw/Create poster of
zipline is the longest zipline in Bicol as God’s gifts. beauties/tourist destinations in
Region located at Brgy. Matacong, Camarines Norte they have
San Lorenzo Ruiz. -Take pride of the beauty of visited.
nature that Cam. Norte have. -Make slogan/Draw posters focus
on protecting the beaches/tourist
-These are to be protected destinations.
because they are our natural -Describe the beaches/tourist
resources and tourist destination. destinations in Camarines Norte
they have visited.
-Participate in Clean-up Drive,
San Lorenzo Ruiz Zipline Tree Planting Activities.
-Observe “CLAYGO” Clean As You
Go.

Industry

Fishing- industry in coastal areas of -Industries in Camarines Norte -Interview of fishermen

Cam. Norte such as in Mercedes, depend on the location of the
Vinzons, Capalonga, etc. towns and on the natural -Actual visit to observe the
resources present in the areas. process.

-Natural resources must be

protected because these are the
sources of income of
Camnorteños.

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Palay- industry in most plain areas of
Cam. Norte such as in Talisay,
Daet, Sta. Elena, etc.

-Industries in Camarines Norte -Interview of fishermen, farmers

depend on the location of the
towns and on the natural -Field trip to different industry to
resources present in the areas. observe the process.

-Natural resources must be

protected because these are the
sources of income of
Camnorteños.

Coconut- industry in mountainous

areas of Cam. Norte such as in
Basud, Labo, San Lorenzo Ruiz, etc.

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Pineapple- industry /source of
income of people in Basud, San
Vicente, San Lorenzo Ruiz, Labo,
etc.
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-Be aware of the -Interview of fishermen, farmers
products/industries that can be
found in the locality. -Field trip to different industry to
observe the process.
-Industries in Camarines Norte
depend on the location of the
towns and on the natural
resources present in the areas.
-Natural resources must be
protected because these are the
sources of income of
Camnorteños.
Gold Mining and Gold jewelry
making- people of Paracale, Jose
Panganiban and Labo are engaged
in gold-mining and gold jewelry
making.
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-Industries in Camarines Norte -Interview of gold miners
depend on the location of the
towns and on the natural
resources present in the areas.
-Natural resources must be
protected because these are the
sources of income of
Camnorteños.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camarines_Norte

http://mycamarinesnorte.multiply.com/photos

http://bicolandia2.wordpress.com/category/bagasbas/

http://tourism-philippines.com/camarines-norte/

http://www.backpackingphilippines.com/2008/05/calaguas-island-vinzons-camarines-norte.html

http://lav-1019.wix.com/come_norte

http://www.cca.uct.ac.za/

https://cometocamnorteblog.wordpress.com/

https://www.google.com/ Saint_John_the_Baptist_Church_(Daet)

https://www.google.com/parroquia-de-nuestra-senora-de.html

https://www.google.com/ Francisco_D._Boayes_026.jpg

https://bcl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ildefonso_Moreno

https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl

https://www.choosephilippines.com/go/water-forms/322/CamNortes-River-Culture

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 APPENDIX

Appendix A- Brief Description of Camarines Norte

Camarines Norte boasts of its breath taking beaches, majestic waterfalls, crystalline rivers, verdant and lush mountains, historic churches and
shrines, vastly rich cultural heritage, distinctive cuisines, the world's first ever Rizal Monument and kind hearted and good natured people and
reputed as the Friendliest Province in the Philippines.

These are some activities you can enjoy in the Province of Camarines Norte:

1. Island Hopping in Mercedes Group of Island and Calaguas group of Island.

2. Camping in the white beach of Mahabang buhangin of Calaguas Island
3. Snorkelling in Macolabo Island
4. Hiking in our numbers of Falls
5. Feel the nature in Mampurog River
6. Surfing, Skim Boarding and Kite Boarding in Bagasbas Beach
7. Sight seeing in our dozens of virgin white sand beaches, Cayucyucan, Macolabo, Calaguas, Caringo, Apuao, etc.
8. Battle with the bats at Cadig cave
9. Witness our 1st Bantayog of Rizal and our heroes shrine.
10. Embrace the strong culture of our shrines and churches, St. Peter Church and Our Lady of Candelaria in Vinzons

Industry Profile
Abundant Resources
Camarines Norte is endowed with an Aesthetic environment ideal for tourism development and with mineral resources, both metallic and
on-metallic, found in commercial quantities such as gold, silver, iron, lead, zinc, bull quartz and iron. In terms of land cover categories,
brushwood coco is the most dominant in the province followed by coconut areas, rice lands, second growth forest, residual forest and built-up
areas.

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Growing Economy
Agriculture is still the dominant sector with pineapples and coconuts as the primary products. Camarines Norte is known for its pineapple,
producing more than a hundred thousand MT's both domestic and foreign consumption. More than 200 million coconuts were harvested in
2009, with Labo accounting for forty percent. It is also a major producer of rice, squash and gourd. The province is also engaged in major
manufacturing and processing industries like jewelry craft, gifts/toys and house wares.

Human Resources
It has a workforce of 212 thousand with employment rate close to 92%. Majority of the people in Camarines Norte are employed in the
service sector, followed by agriculture and industry sectors. There are close to twenty educational institutions providing tertiary and
technical/vocational courses resulting to a highly skilled workforce. Healthcare facilities like hospitals and medical centers are also present
securing the welfare of the populace.

Infrastructure
Road transport is the primary mode of transportation in the province particularly in the urban areas via its extensive road network. The
province has an international seaport located at Brgy. Osmeña, approximately five kilometers from the town proper and an hour ride to the
capital town of Daet. The province also has 12 fishing ports in among the nine coastal municipalities and one feeder airport in Bagasbas, Daet.

Power and Water infrastructures are in place with 99% energized barangays, and almost 90% of households have access to water systems
and facilities. Telecommunications and internet systems are also in place.
The town of Labo ranks first in area to coconuts, with 32,103.11 hectares, followed by Capalonga with 12,598.75 hectares and Jose
Panganiban with 10,226.97 hectares

Fishery and Aquatic product industry

Some of the investment opportunities are the following: Mariculture of Finfish's cage (bangus, gouperRabbit fish) fish processing Mudcrab
hatchery, tilapia hatchery and production in cages and seaweeds farming and processing.

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 Tourism Areas/ Festivals and Events

The province is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in the country, with natural attractions and interesting cultural and religious
festivities. it boasts of clean white-sand beaches, underground caves, waterfalls, historical shrines and parklands

Provincial Profile

Location: Northern top coast of Bicol Peninsula

Boundaries: North - Pacific Ocean; South- Cam Sur & Quezon
West - Lamon Bay; East - San Miguel Bay
Land Area: 2,200 square kilometer
Population:
Political Subdivision: 12 municipalities made up 282 barangays
Capital Town: Daet
Growth Rate: 1.26%
Climate: characterized by a very pronounced wet season with a maximum rainfall in the months of November and January and no definite
dry season which is very favorable for crop production
Topography: generally rugged, characterized by rolling hills and mountainous terrain with only small areas of coastal plains.
Roads: 200 kms. National Road, 147 km Provincial road, 12 km Municipal road and 928 km Barangay road.
Bridges: aggregate length of 4,539 linear meters
Ports: 1 international seaport, 2 airports and 13 fishing ports
Water System: Camarines Norte Water District
Power Service: Camarines Norte Electric Cooperative
Banks: Private Banks - 6; Government Banks - 2; Rural Banks-6
Communications: 7 FM stations, 3 AM stations, local TV Channel, 9 cable TV provider, Telegraphic Offices, couriers

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 Basic Data

Municipality Distance from Daet (km) Land Area (sq. km) No. of Barangays
Basud 5.93 123 29
Capalonga 73.45 291.6 22
Daet 0 101.5 25
Jose Panganiban 38.158 214.4 27
Labo 16.5 503.6 52
Mercedes 6.28 155.1 26
Paracale 38.05 194.8 27
San Lorenzo Ruiz 14 200 12
San Vicente 10.75 61.9 9
Sta. Elena 78 216.82 19
Talisay 4.06 46.8 15
Vinzons 9 90.6 19

Brief History of Camarines Norte

From 1573 to 1829, Camarines Sur and Camarines Norte formed only one political unit known as Ambos Camarines. In 1829, they were
separated but reunited again in 1854. They again separated, to be reunited again in 1893. This union continued until 1919. On March 3, 1919,

Camarines Norte was created by the Philippine Legislature in Act 2809. When Camarines Norte was separated from Ambos Camarines in
1829, it was assigned to the towns of Daet, as capital, Talisay, Indan (Vinzons), Labo, Paracale, Mambulao (Jose Panganiban), Capalonga,
Ragay, Lupi and Sipocot. Seventeen years late, it lost Sipocot, Lupi and Ragay to Camarines Sur in exchange for the town of Siruma.

Juan de Salcedo, dispatched by Legazpi to explore the island in 1571, influence the existence of Camarines Norte. After subduing Taytay
and Cainta, he marched further across Laguna and Tayabas. He visited the rich gold-laden town of Mambulao and Paracale obsessed by them

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 about which he heard from natives there of existing gold mines. When Francisco de Sande took over from Legazpi as Governor General, Spanish
influence started to be felt in the region. He established a permanent Spanish garrison in Naga to control the region and defend it from Chinese
and Muslim pirates. Capt. Pedro de Chavez was assigned to head this force. There were already native settlements here when the Spaniards
arrived. The flourishing town of Mambulao and Paracale were two of them.

Indan and Daet were the other settlements besides Capalonga and others. But Paracale remained the most sought after and the most
prosperous because of its gold mines. The towns were chiefly inhabited by Tagalogs; the rests were of Visayan strain. However, most of the
immigrants were from Mauban Quezon. The Spanish missionaries did not falter in their mission to Christianized the natives.

By virtue of RA Act 2809 of March 3, 1919, General F. B. Harrison separated Camarines Norte from Camarines Sur with Don Miguel R.
Lukban as its first governor. At present it has twelve towns: Basud, Capalonga, Daet, Jose Panganiban, Labo, Mercedes, Paracale, San Lorenzo
Ruiz, San Vicente, Santa Elena, Talisay and Vinzons. Daet remained as its capital town.

Mineral Resources
Abundant in the province are metallic minerals susch as gold, silver, iron, iron lump ore, iron in laterite, lead, zinc, copper and ball quartz
and non-metallic minerals such as silica sand, marbleized limestone, kooline/white clay, diatomites, refractory clay, diatomateous clay and
sulphur

Agriculture and Agri-based Industries

Camarines Norte is suitable for agriculture and fishery production consisting of crops such as coconut, palay/rice, pineapple, corn, rootcrops
and vegetables; livestock, poultry and fishing.

Brief History
Camarines Norte is blessed with a dense rainforest, habitat of variety of wildlife. It used to be the home of a big group of Agtas (Negritos),
the countrys early aborigines.

The Spanish colonization of Luzon in 1571 drive this peace-loving little people to move to higher levels of the woodland. Drawn by the
rumor of immense deposit of gold found in Camarines Norte at the towns of Mambulao and Paracale, the Spaniards mastered in exploring the
gold mining potential. Today, is stayed as a signature industry of the province.
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Appendix B- Ang Bantayog Festival

“Halina kayo sa Camarines Norte! Bantayog Festival! Bantayog Festival!”, malakas na sigaw sa lansangan tuwing may street
dancing tuwing ginaganap ang Bantayog Festival. Masasaksihan ang Bantayog Festival tuwing ika-15 ng Abril hanggang sa katapusan
ng buwan.

Ipinangalan ang Bantayog sa kauna-uanhang monument ni Rizal sa buong Pilipinas. Ito ay ipinagdiriwang sa buong
lalawigan ng Camarines Norte bilang pag-alala sa pagkakatatag ng lalawigan.

Tampok sa Bantayog Festival ang iba’t ibang gawain tulad ng civic military parade, agro-industrial trade fair, exhibits, sports
tournament at festival of festivals ng iba’t ibang festival sa bawat bayan ng lalawigan. Tampok din ang mga palatuntunan sa halos
gabi-gabi ng pagdiriwang at may mga celebrities na inaanyayahan upang makapagbigan ng kasiyahan sa mga mamamayan. Isa sa
mga pinakaaabangan ng mga tao ay ang fireworks display na isinasagawa sa harap ng kapitolyo pagkatapos ng programa sa gabi.
Halos lahat ga mga gawaing ito ay ginaganap sa bayan ng Daet.

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Appendix C- Kadagatan Festival

The word “Kadagatan” comes from “dagat” which means sea in English. The festival celebrates Mercedes’ rich marine resources,
and is a joyous supplication for the continued prosperity of the town’s fishermen. The event features steer dancing with its dancers
wearing colorful costumes with props that symbolize marine life.

The Kadagatan Festival in the town of Mercedes, Camarines Norte is a celebration that gives thanks for the bountiful harvest of
the sea. Locals pay tribute to Mother Nature for the blessings she has given with a weeklong series of events. Festivities include boat
racing, street dancing, float parades, and various exhibitions. The mascot parade featuring fish and other marine creatures showcases
the creativity of the locals.

In recent years, numerous water sports activities such as the Paraw Regatta, game fishing competitions and kayaking events
have been held as part of the festival, highlighting the town’s potential as a sports adventure and ecotourism destination. This festival
is for adults, children, seniors, sports lovers, art enthusiasts, cultural admirers, environmental devotees, pageant fans- basically,
everyone! A slew of exciting programs will take place during the festival.

A bunch of talented skim boarders from all over the Philippines compete and showcase their skills and tricks at the Mercedes
National Skimboarding Competition + Push Race.

Kayak surfing (also known as surf kayaking), or surfing ocean waves with kayaks, is rising in popularity in Mercedes because of
the ideal conditions for the sports. The shallow seabed, strong wind and great waves, make it ideal for the watersport even for
beginners. This thrilling sports can give you a high similar to white-water rafting and surfing and is an extremely fun activity to try
out.

The lowly “paraw” in the bustling fishing town of Mercedes has given way to the kayak. Commonly used by poor fishermen in
the seaside towns of Camarines Norte, the paraw is a 4-meter long wooden boat with a paddle and sail. It is similar to the kayak in
overall structure, but the latter is usually made of reinforced plastic.

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 The kayak has a dent or “cockpit: for the paddler and a covered deck that allow it to roll over the waves as surfboard does. It
is just the right vessel for a surf kayaking race in Mercedes. The Kadagatan Festival is held from August 1 to 8 of every year.

Appendix D- Pinagmulan ng Bagasbas (Isinulat ni Madonna G. Abustan- Guro, Bagasbas ES/Daet North District)

Kilala sa buong lalawigan ang Barangay Bagasbas dahil sa malawak na taniman ng palayna siya ring pangunahing hanapbuhay
ng mga taong nakatira rito. Ang mga katutubong unang nanirahan ditto ay sagana sa bigas (bagas sa salitang bikol).

“Naku! Mang Celso ang dami-dami na naman nating naani ngayon, wika ni Lito.”

“Oo nga Lito, halos tuwing ani natin ay palagi tayong sineswerte. Kaya dapat nating ipagpasalamat ito sa ating bathala”, sambit
ni Mang Celso.
“Oo nga”, sabay-sabay na sagot ng mga magsasakang katutubo.

Ayon sa paniniwala ng mga katutubo, kaya sila sagana sa bigas ay dahil sa pagsubaybay ng kanilang bathala. Kaya’t bilang
pasasalamat sa masaganang ani, napagkasunduan ng mga katutubong mag-alay at magpabasbas ng mga inani nilang bigas o bagas.
“Mga kasama, maghanda kayo ng iaalay natin sa ating mahal na bathala at tuloy pabasbasan natin an gating mga ani sa ating
bathala,” wika ni Mang Ceslo.
Nagtulong-tulong ang mga katutubo sa paghahanda ng kanilang iaalay.

“Coloque la came donde hay?”, tanong ng isang dayuhan.

Hindi ngkaintindihan ang dayuhan at katutubo. Sa pagkakaunawa ng katutubo ay itinatanong ng dayuhan ang kanilang
ginagawa.
“Nag-aalay at nagpapabasbas kami ng bigas o bagas bilang pasasalamat sa aming bathala,” winika ng katutubo.

Tumango ang dayuhan at paulit-ulit na sinambit ang salitang bagas at basbas. Hindi nagtagal, ang dalawang salitang ito- bagas
at basbas sa pagsasalin-salin sa bibig ng mga katutubo ay naging “BAGASBAS”.

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Appendix E - Epic of Busig-on

For the townfalk of Labo, Camrines Norte, the river not only does these things, it also reflects their identity as community.
Labo River, the longest in the province, links the lunch forests of Mt. Labo National Park and the Pacific Ocean.
So, when municipal officials decided to create a festival to encapsulate their humble beginnings, the hands-down theme wast the
famed meandering body of water—Busig-on River, oroginating from the root words “Busig” which means water and “on” meaning plenty.
Based on a contemporary epic titled “ang Epiko ni Busig-on” written by Municipal Information Officer Dr. Carlos Galvez, the festival
is about the legends on Busig-on River or the present-day Labo River, which generates huge volumes of water.
Legend has it that in the olden days, Busig-on and Princess Maraya who came from two warring tribes fell in love with each other.
They later got married, which eventually sealed that led the friendship between the said tribes.
They bore a son named Tarik-Kuduok who became the leader of the two tribes Busig-on and Maraya died. During a famine, he
invoked the spirit of Busig-on to help him guide their people.
Not long after, at the exact spot where Busig-on was buried, a water spring came into being and became the source of a large and
generous river teeming with the riches of the water. The river was called Busig-on for its abundant water and aquatic resources and has,
since then,become the main source of food.
Busig-on River, as it is now called, is the main tributary of Labo River and still offers to this day its banak and palos which have
become the town’s most sought after fish variety.

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 BIBLIOGRAPHY

Labo- the Hidden Paradise brochure

Jose Ramon B. Lagatuz, Kasaysayan- Pamana ng Lahi, Alay sa mga Taga-Labo
Labo Municipal Annual Accomplishment Report
Carlos C. Galvez, contributed the “Ang Epiko ng Busig-on”. He is the main contributor of the Busig-on Festival
Jose Calleja Reyes, Bicol Maharlika, 21; 281

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