Gigaquit Municipal Government: June 2009

Friday, June 5, 2009

SUMMER 2009 ART WORKSHOP

Children from the poblacion, from Barangays Ipil and Alambique, which ranges from 5-12 years old were encouraged and invited to join the 1^st Summer Art Workshop. It was a 5-days training hosted by the LGU coordinated under the Mayor’s Office headed by Mr. & Mrs. Alvin Egay. The supervisions and assistance was supported by some (SPES) who joined together for the good cause.

The activity took place last April 27 to May 1, 2009 at the Municipal Townhouse Building, Gigaquit, Surigao del Norte with a registration fee of P50.00 each for the art kit and other materials. Approximately 60 participants registered as it was positively responded by the parents. The workshop was made possible due to the moral and financial support they had given.

The purpose of the said activity was to inculcate in the minds of the children not to depend on new technology today, specifically computers, in making project and other occasional activities. The best way is to make it “your own way”. Being unique and resourceful is still the key for getting higher appreciation.

Also, the children may be able to develop much more their talents for creating and designing if they could be taught using native products. The children surely enjoyed the activity. It showed them how to mingle and socialize towards others. It created also a short time bonding with both children and parents. The activity is a good motivation as the learnings they’ve got will definitely serve them as they grow older and become aware of the realities of life.

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A video coverage of GIGAQUIT RIVER for “Waters of Caraga” TV Feature

Video source: Ka Jose Minglana

Part of the footages in the above video came from what they did in the story below.

Living Asia Channel as the official media partner, held the: video coverage dubbed as; “WATERS OF CARAGA” last May 12, 2009 featuring the Gigaquit River and Mangrove areas at Sitio Baoy, Brgy. San Isidro Gigaquit, SDN. It was supported by the Department of Tourism Caraga Region XIII and other group of agencies in terms of production cost and transportation expenses.

The activity sought to instill among the minds of the constituents of the town the values in preserving natural attractions potential for ecotourism activities. It also promotes the living condition of people living in the Barangays of LASICAM (Lahi, Sico-sico and Camam-onan) and giving opportunity for promotion of the “Cuyapnit Cave” as one tourist attraction of Gigaquit.

The team featured also the means of transportation related to the accessibility of the place. The particular dam site called “Baoy Dam” also functions in protecting the marines’ sanctuary by serving as the port area.

Although the tour was hampered by rain, still the urge was there for fulfilling ones mission. It ended at twilight past 4PM. Perhaps it was a great experience, the production team suggested organizing some sports that will enhance the attractiveness of the place which could be famous through tourism activities suited for the kind of attraction it has. Generally, the visiting team positively responded and appreciated the town’s good cause.

The photos of the photo shooters . . .

In front of the Municipal Hall . . .