Department of Education

P E and Health 12
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
MOUNTAINEERING
Fourth Quarter WEEK 1-2

Julius Arojado
Writers

Almario Quesada
Validators

Wilson F. Pascual
Edison C. Enerlas
Division Quality Assurance Team

Schools Division Office – Muntinlupa City

Student Center for Life Skills Bldg., Centennial Ave., Brgy. Tunasan, Muntinlupa City
(02) 8805-9935 / (02) 8805-9940
 This module was designed and written with you and your
mind. It is here to help you appreciate Recreational Activities
such as MOUNTAINEERING.
The scope of this module permits it to be used in many different
learning situations.
Learning Competencies: Observe personal safety protocol to avoid
dehydration, overexertion, hypo-and hypothermia during MVPA
participation.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Identify the different mountaineering sites in the Philippines.
2. Enumerate the first Filipinos who conquered Mt. Everest:
3. Showcase their talent/creativity.

Directions: Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1.The first Filipino who submitted Mt. Everest.
A. Dale Abenojar B. Noelle Wenceslao C. Carina Dayondon
2. It is the sport of climbing a mountain.
A. Mountaineering C. Scuba diving
B. Rock climbing D. Trekking
3. What does mixed terrain mean?
A. Presence of sea and land. C. Presence of humans and animals
B. Presence of animals D. Presence rock, ice, and snow
4. The highest mountains in the Philippines.
A. Mt Apo B. Mt Pinatubo C. Mt Pulag
5. What is the main and true success of mountaineering?
A. Completing a ridge traverse and safely overcoming every hazard
along the route.
B. Besides reaching a summit or completing a ridge traverse.
C. Safely overcoming every hazard along the way.
D. To reach the peak of the mountain.
6. Challenges in the mountain often derive from some things. Which of the
following is not one of those?
A. Gender and height
B. Terrain characteristics
C. Physical condition and equipment
D. Resourcefulness and decision-making skills.
7. The first Filipina who conquered the peak of Mt. Everest.
A. Dale Abenojar C. Carina Dayondon
B. Noelle Wenceslao D. Janet Belarmino

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8. When is NOT the best time of the year for a mountaineering trip? (For
beginners)
A. Spring C. Early Autumn
B. Winter D. Summer
9. Many mountains have a specific peak season. What do you mean by peak
season?
A. A time of the year when the peak is always visible.
B. A time of the year when climbing is more popular
C. Some times after the holiday
D. some time in the middle of the holidays.
10. The mountain that you can see in the province of Pampanga, Zambales,
and Tarlac.
A. Mt Apo B. Mt Pinatubo C. Mt Pulag
11. There is the equipment you need for mountaineering. Which is not
needed.
A. Mountaineering rope C. Mountaineering Helmet
B. Harness design D. Skating shoes
12. The mountain in Luzon is known for the sea of clouds.
A. Mt Apo B. Mt Pinatubo C. Mt Pulag
13. Early Attempts to ascend mountain peaks were inspired by other than
sporting motives. Which is NOT an example of this motive?
A. To build altars
B. To get an overview of one’s own or neighboring countryside
C. To boost about getting to the peak
D. To make meteorological or geological observations
14. The tallest peak in Europe and determined that he would climb to the
top of it or be responsible for its being climbed.
A. Horace Benedict dr Saussure C. Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner
B. Reinhold Messner D. George Mallory
15. Who was the two Chamonix doctor who claimed money for the first
ascent of Mont Blanc after 25 years?
A. Edward Whymper and Table Junko
B. Michael- Gabriel Paccard and Jacques Balmant
C. Edmund Hillary and Apa Sherpa
D. Annie Smitg Peck and tensing Norgay

Directions: Answer the following reflective questions about the Philippine

Games.

1.What is important of games in Filipino culture?

___________________________________________________________________________

2.Why is Larong Pinoy important?

___________________________________________________________________________

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3.What are the benefits of playing Pinoy Games?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

4. What are the advantages of Philippine games?

___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

5.How do we maintain traditional culture?

__________________________________________________________________________

What is Mountaineering?

(Also referred to as mountain climbing or- mainly in Europe-

‘Alpinism’) is the sport of climbing a mountain. …Depending on the case,
mountaineering may involve using technical equipment and combining a
series of related skills like scrambling, climbing, glacier travel, ice climbing,
or mixed climbing.
Regardless of the length of the trip which can range from a few
hours to multi-day expeditions,
Mountaineering is more physically demanding than hiking,
mountains often provide a mixed terrain with the presence of rock, ice, and
snow.
Besides reaching a summit or completing a ridge traverse, the true
success ( and the main objective) of a mountaineering trip lies in overcoming
safely every hazard along the route.
Early attempts to ascend mountain peaks were inspired by other
than sporting motives: to build altars or to see if spirits haunted once-
forbidden heights, to get an overview of one’s own or neighboring
countryside, or to make meteorological or geological observations.
Mountaineering in a contemporary sporting sense was born when
a young Genevese scientist Horace-Benedict de Saussure, on a first visit to
Chamonix in 1760, viewed Mont Blanc (the tallest peak in Europe) and
determined that he would climb to the top of it or be responsible for its
being climbed. He offered prize money for the first ascent of Mont Blanc, but
it was until 1786, more than 25 years late, that his money was claimed by a
Chamonix doctor, Michael-Gabriel Paccard, and his porter, Jacques
Balmat.
What is the purpose of mountaineering?
Mountaineering is the act of trekking and climbing mountains, often
with specialized equipment. The sport of mountaineering aims at reaching
the highest point of mountains (peak), minor and major climb.
What are the benefits of mountaineering?

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 There are numerous benefits to mountaineering. The most obvious
benefits are improving both your physical fitness and cardiovascular fitness
levels as well as reducing body fat through aerobic exercise. It also develops
appreciation and respect for the environment.
Most challenges in the mountains are derived from the characteristics
of the terrain: crevasses, avalanches, rockfall, glaciers, etc. High altitude
(especially when attempting a peak) and adverse weather conditions are two
other essential factors that may add difficulty to a mountaineering trip.
Factors directly related to mountaineers themselves including their
physical condition, acclimatization, technical skills, equipment, orientation,
resourcefulness, and decision making.
When is the best time of the year for a mountaineering trip?
The best conditions for a mountaineering trip are generally during
Spring, early Autumn, and Summer.
Many mountains have a specific ‘peak season time of the year when
climbing is more popular.
Winter mountaineering is considered a more advanced stage in
mountaineering, which requires specific equipment and more complete
technical training.
What equipment do you need for mountaineering?
• Mountaineering rope • Mountaineering helmet
• Harness design for mountaineering • Carabiners
• Belay device • Crevasse rescue equipment
• Mountaineering boots • Crampons
• Ice axes • Mountaineering gloves
Mountaineering Sites in the Philippines

Mt Pulag
Elevation: 2,922 m
Location: Luzon
Region: Benguet
Mountain Range: Cordillera
central

Mt Apo
Elevation: 2,954 m
Location: Davao city; Digos;
Kidapawan (Mindanao)
Region: Cotabato, Davao del Sur

Mt Guiting Guiting
Elevation: 2,058 m
Prominence: 2,058 m
Region: Romblon
Province: Romblon

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 Mt Everest
is Earth’s highest mountain above
sea level
Elevation: 8,848 m Trending
First Ascent: 29 May 1953
Prominence: 8,848 m
First ascenders: Edmund Hillary,
Tenzing Norgay
Countries: Nepal, China
Mountain Range: Himalayas,
Mahalangur Himas

First FILIPINO Summiteers in Mount Everest

Name: Dale Sto. Tomas Abenojar

Route: North Col Tibet
Date of Ascent: May 16, 2006
Known for: The first Filipino" to reach the summit of
Mount Everest by veteran Himalayan expedition
chronicler Elizabeth Hawley.
Born: April 27, 1963,
Occupation: Mountaineer and Adventure Sportsman

Name: Leo Oracion

Route: South Col Nepal
Date of Ascent: May 17, 2006, at 3:30 pm
Known for: Recognized as the first Filipino to reach the
summit of Mount Everest at the age of 32
Born:1974 in Lucban, Quezon
Children: Leamari Angela Oración; Kalayaan "...
Occupation: Mountaineer and Sportsman

Name: Erwin "Pastor" Emata

Route: South Col Nepal
Date of Ascent: May 18, 2006
Known for: Became the third Filipino to reach the peak
of Mount Everest. and member of the First Philippine
Mount Everest Expedition (FPMEE).
Born:1973 in Davao City, Philippines
Occupation: Mountain Climber

Name: Romeo Roberto "Romi" Garduce

Route: South Col Nepal
Date of Ascent: May 19, 2006 at 11:20 a.m.
Known for: The third officially recognized Filipino to
conquer Mt. Everest and First Filipino to climb the
Seven Summits
Born: 1969 in Balanga, Bataan

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Occupation: Mountaineer, scuba divemaster, an environmentalist, writer,
motivational speaker and works as an IT professional

Name: Regidor Regie Pablo

Route: North Col (Tibet)
Date of Ascent: May 17, 2007 at 9:00am
Known for: The last Filipino to reach the summit of Mt.
Everest so far. Prior to this, he was the president of the
Mountaineering Federation of the Philippines Inc.
(MFPI), as one of the “second generation” of leaders in
Philippine mountaineering.
Born in Olongapo City, Zambales

Name: Noelle Wenceslao

Route: North-South
Date of Ascent: May 16, 2007, at 8:10 a.m.
(Philippine Time),
Known for: Officially became the first Filipino female
mountain climber to reach the top of the
29,035-foot Mt. Everest in Nepal
Born: 1980 in San Juan, Manila
Occupation: First class sea woman in the Philippine
Coast Guard and member of the Philippine National
Dragon Boat Team

Name: Carina Dayondon

Route: North-South
Date of Ascent: May 16, 2007
Known for: The second Filipino woman to have
reached the top of Mt. Everest
After Everest and up to 2015, she climbed no less than
Mt. McKinley (Alaska, USA), Mt. Elbrus (Caucasus,
Russia), Mt. Kosciuszko (Australia), and Mt.
Kilimanjaro (Tanzania).
Born in Bukidnon
Occupation: a tactical officer LTJG in the Philippine
Coast Guard

Name: Janet Belarmino

Route: North-South
Date of Ascent: May 16, 2007
Known for: The third Filipino woman to reach the peak
of Mt. Everest
Born in Bayombong, Nueva Ecija
Occupation: sea woman first class in the Philippine
Coast Guard

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Activity: Think Ink
Directions: Write your ideas about your thoughts on the different concepts
in mountaineering.

a. Camping
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________

b. Trekking
________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________

Directions: Write the correct word to complete the statement.

I have learned that Mountaineering is a sport of climbing a mountain that
involves using ___________1. Mountaineering is more physical demanding than
_________2. mountains often provide a mixed terrain with the presence of
rock, ice, and snow. Early attempts to ascend mountain peaks were inspired
by other than___________3. to build altars or to see if spirits haunted once-
forbidden heights. Many mountains have specific__________4. time of the
year when climbing is more popular. ___________5. is considered a more
advanced stage in mountaineering, which requires specific equipment and
more complete technical training.

Poetry Writing
Directions: Write a poem about the relationship/ connection of man to
nature. Be sure to have four verses in each stanza.

Stanza
1.______________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

Stanza
2.______________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

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Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
Cohesiveness
The poem goes perfectly together
Use of Poetic Elements
Uses poetic elements to enhance the readers emotion
Rhythm
The poem has rhythm from each verses
Creativity
The poem uses metaphors and similies

REFLECTIVE LEARNING SHEET

Name: _____________________________________Grade and section__________.

Let us Think and Act

REFLECTIVE LEARNING SHEET NO 1.
Direction: Answers the following questions. Have fun and enjoy.
1.Describe what you felt about the first Filipinos who conquered the
summit of Mt. Everest?

2. Do you see yourself climbing one of the mountaineering sites in the

Philippines? Choose one and explain why?

Directions: Choose and encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. It is the Earth’s highest mountain above sea level with a prominence of
8,848 m that first ascent on May 29, 1953.
a. Mt. Guiting Guiting c. Mt. Everest
b. Mt apo d. Mt. Pulag
2. Which of the following is NOT considered as factors related to
mountaineers.
a. Physical condition c. advance stage
b. Acclimatization d. Technical skills
3. What is considered a more advanced stage in mountaineering that
requires technical training and specific equipment.
a. Spring mountaineering c. Peak season
b. Winter mountaineering d. Autumn mountaineering

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4. He is the first Filipino Summiteers in Mt Everest that reach the summit
with the route of North Col (Tibet) on May 17, 2007.
a. Regidor Pablo c. Romeo Garduce
b. Erwin Emata d. Dale Abenojar
5. A Genevese scientist who visit Chamonix in 1760 viewed Mont Blanc.
(the tallest peak in Europe).
a. Michael-Gabriele Paccard c. Reinhold Messner
b. Jacques Balmat d. Horace-Benedict de Saussure
6. Mountaineering involves using technical equipment and combining a
series of related skills. Which of the following is not considered technical
skills.
a. Scrambling c. mixed climbing
b. Crampons d. Ice climbing
7. The first Filipino female mountain climber to reach the top of Mt Everest
in Nepal on May 16, 2007.
a. Carina Dayondon c. Noelle Wenceslao
b. Janet Belarmino d. None of the above
8. The following are all equipment use in mountaineering EXCEPT:
a. Ice axes c. Crampons
b. Carabiners d. safety
9. He became the first Filipino to top out an 8000m peak and climbed
the summit of Mount Everest.
a. Romeo Garduce c. Erwin Emata
b. Dale Abenojar d. Regidor Pablo
10. The highest mountain in the Philippine Archipelago with an elevation of
2,954 meters above sea level.
a. Mt. Pulag c. Mt Guiting Guiting
b. Mt Apo d. Mt Everest
11. One of the 3 women to be the First women in the world to traverse Mt
Everest on may 16,2007, and she is the youngest mother to summit Mt.
Everest.
a. Noelle Wenceslao c. Janet Belarmino
b. Carina Dayondon d. None of the above
12. The third Filipino to reach the peak of Mount Everest.
a. Erwin Emata c. Romeo Garduce
b. Dale Abenojar d. Leo Oracion
13. He is a member of the First Philippine Mount Everest Expedition and the
second Filipino to reach Mount Everest.
a. Leo Oracion c. Erwin Emata
b. Regidor Pablo d. Romeo Garduce
14. A Filipino mountaineer and an adventurer sportsman he was recognized
as the First Filipino to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
a. Regidor Pablo c. Romeo Garduce
b. Leo Oracion d. Dale Abenojar
15. The third Filipino woman to reach the peak of Mt. Everest on May 16,
2007.
a. Carina Dayondon c. Janet Belarmino
b. Noelle Wenceslao d. Liza Avelino

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Answer Key
Pre test Remember Post test
1. a 1. Technical equipment 1. c
2. a 2. Hiking 2. c
3. d 3. Sporting motives 3. b
4. a 4. Peak season 4. a
5. a 5. Winter mountaineering 5. d
6. a 6. b
7. b 7. c
8. b 8. d
9. b 9. a
10.b 10. b
11. d 11. c
12. c 12. a
13. c 13. a
14. a 14. d
15. b 15. c

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