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Impromptu camping in Bataan

Location: J.J. Brgy, Gov. J.J. Linao National Road, Bagac, Bataan, Philippines

My friend wanted to go camping, so my brother and I impromptu joined her. We just tagged along with her itinerary, and went without planning or bringing our own tents. We made a quick stop at the public market to buy ingredients for our dinner cooking.


At Stella Maris Beach Resort, it was crowded and noisy with KTVs playing on all cottages. After our lunch, we decided to pitch the tent far from the crowd. We made it really far far away. We would walk a lot every time we needed to use the resort's amenities. 



Hammock with a view




We explored the rocky point of the beach while appreciating Mt. Mariveles, which I climbed a few years ago. Then for dinner, Jo prepared the ingredients. We grilled stuffed bangus but it was messy since we lack skills and cooking tools. Although a bit burnt, it was tasty.

Sunset with Mt. Mariveles background

The next day we walked near the resort's amenities to rinse and change clothes for our departure. We saw a cordoned area on the beach and a dead woman.


Sleepless at the beach...

We left before noon and the sand was burning hot. When I went home, I realized how off-grid camping was fun but I pledged to prepare thoroughly next time.

Burning sand

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