Adrenaline Rush and Nature Trippin' at Jest Camp..

I always like to explore the beauty of nature.. It's always nice to be somewhere else; away from the stressful environment of the city. Got lucky to have been chosen and take part of exploring an adventure park in Subic. Welcome to JEST CAMP ADVENTURE & BIRD PARK!

JEST Camp, otherwise known as Jungle Environmental Survival Training, is an adventure camp for those who wants to have a chance to learn indigenous skills in an active, hands-on environment, educate them how to work with the wonders of nature responsibly through unique attractions (some first in the Philippines) and give them an unforgettable close-up experience with our beloved animals, critters and plants.

Since JEST Camp was firstly known for jungle survival, we had first hand demonstration on the basics.. 

Trying to make fire.. Not quite easy..

Can't wait to experience the actual jungle survival camp soon!

Now JEST Camp is more than that.. It currently has a bird park, where you can get up close and personal with different bird species. I, myself, got to experienced that.. Look!

But before we got to check out the birds and feed them, we were given that chance of experiencing ultimate adrenaline rush with two of Jest Camp's attractions - GOLIATH'S SWING AND AERIAL ADVENTURE WALK..

I love extreme adventure. Tried wall climbing, rappelling, mountain hikes and treks. All of these I'm into just to overcome one thing - fear of heights.. But when I tried the Goliath's Swing, it's a different story. One, your hanging 30 meters high.. Second, you'll never know when will the cord be released. Lastly, you'll definitely feel G-force as you are swinging back and forth. Best thing to do while doing this?? SHOUT!

I'm already praying at this time.. (photo credit: Ms. Elaine of Adventura)

The only words that came out my mouth when the cord was released - HOLY SHIT!
(photo credit: Ms. Elaine of Adventura)

I almost felt like my heart and stomach was left up there as I was swinging.. I just thought the rocket ride at Enchanted Kingdom was the extreme I experience; I was wrong..

Another attraction at JEST Camp was the Aerial Adventure Walk.. It's a series of obstacle trails from one tree to another.

Me, spearheading the first group who tried it..

Orientation before the challenge.. (photo credit: Ms. Elaine of Adventura)

Adventure walk.. (photo credit: Ms. Elaine of Adventura)

It was first time doing it and I want to this AGAIN!

With all these adventures and thrills we've experienced, we definitely need something to satisfy our tummies also.. Remember the survival photos shown earlier? Guess how our lunch was cooked.. No other than in bamboo trunks!

There goes our sinampalukang manok cooked in bamboo..

LUNCH! The JEST Camp way.. :)

I'm currently planning when to visit JEST Camp again.. Surely, it will be by next year.. EXCITING!

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