The Misamis Occidental Volunteers for the Environment (MOVE) MU-Chapter celebrated 25 years of dedicated environmental service during HUGPONG 2026, a two-day event held on January 17–18 at Hoyohoy, Tangub City bufferzone of Mt. Malindang Range Natural Park. The milestone honored a legacy of volunteerism, community care, and a shared commitment towards sustainability.

Since its founding in 2001, MOVE has been a grassroots leader in environmental advocacy across Misamis Occidental, mobilizing volunteers for tree planting, community clean-ups, environmental education, and local sustainability initiatives. This year’s celebration brought together volunteers, community partners, and local officials for hands-on activities, including tree growing, community outreach, and river trekking along the headwaters of the Labo River. This reflects MOVE’s enduring mission to protect and nurture the environment.

TREE GROWING OF 50 PHILIPPINE ENDEMIC NARRA SEEDLINGS

Fifty Philippine endemic Narra (Pterocarpus indicus) seedlings were recently planted along the trails leading to the Migcanaway River in Barangay Hoyohoy, Tangub City. The tree-planting activity brought together MOVE members, their advisers, and other young volunteers, who actively participated alongside Mt. Malindang Park Rangers—Emelio Zambra, John Jumawan, Lito Segovia, and Nilo Tabalba—from the DENR Protected Area Management Office. Leadership and support were also provided by the Barangay Local Government Unit (BLGU) of Hoyohoy, under Hon. Dondie Fiel, ensuring smooth coordination and community involvement.