Siargao Island Protected Landscape and Seascape

28/05/2026

Did you know that Brgy. Sta. Fe in General Luna has a small islet called “Pangitlogan,” a local word that means a nesting site of sea turtles? 🐢🏝️ A beautiful reminder that these islands have long been home not only to people, but also to marine wildlife that continue to seek refuge along our shores.

Today, 34 new SEAguardians from Brgy. Sta. Fe joined our Sea Turtle Awareness Workshop, learning about conservation, marine wildlife protection, and the importance of caring for the ocean that surrounds and sustains island communities. The day ended with a heartfelt art poster activity where participants and island kids expressed their love for the sea and their dreams for a protected Siargao. 🎨

This journey would not be possible without the unwavering support of the Municipality of General Luna headed by Hon. Mayor Jonhson Sajulga, the MENRO Office headed by Engr. Kent Pantolla, and especially the officials of Brgy. Sta. Fe led by Hon. Leonilita Corp, together with the barangay councilors, fisherfolk, and community members who warmly welcomed and supported this initiative.

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Implemented by Halian SEAWikan Initiative, a grassroots youth-led organization dedicated to ocean conservation and marine wildlife protection, together with our implementing partners Tukod Foundation Inc. and Kids for Kids Philippines.

This project is funded by LoveYourselfPH and co-financed by Villanova University and Isla Pickleball.

This initiative is also supported by the Local Government Units of Del Carmen, General Luna, and Sta. Monica, together with Department of Environment and Natural Resources – PAMO SIPLAS, and co-presented by Harana Surf Resort, SEA Movement, and Mr. Turtle.

Sa ijo tanan, salamat karajaw! 🏝️🐢🫶

28/05/2026

Brgy. Daku is one of the beautiful island destinations in the Municipality of General Luna, known for its crystal-clear waters, white shoreline, and peaceful island life. 🏝️🌊

But beyond its beauty are the lumad or local communities continuously protecting their kinaiyahan to preserve the island for future generations.

Today, 50 new SEAguardians from Barangay Daku joined our Sea Turtle Awareness Workshop, learning about marine wildlife conservation and the importance of protecting the ocean that sustains island communities. Through shared stories, learning sessions, and creative activities, the youth and community showed their commitment to becoming protectors of the sea and the amazing creatures that call it home. 🐢💙

This journey would not be possible without the unwavering support of the Municipality of General Luna headed by Hon. Mayor Jonhson Sajulga, the MENRO Office headed by Engr. Kent Pantolla, and especially the officials of Brgy. Daku led by Hon. Emalyn Gaña, together with the barangay councilors, fisherfolk, and community members who warmly welcomed and supported this initiative.

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Implemented by Halian SEAWikan Initiative, a grassroots youth-led organization dedicated to ocean conservation and marine wildlife protection, together with our implementing partners Tukod Foundation Inc. and Kids for Kids Philippines.

This project is funded by LoveYourselfPH and co-financed by Villanova University and Isla Pickleball.

This initiative is also supported by the Local Government Units of Del Carmen, General Luna, and Sta. Monica, together with Department of Environment and Natural Resources – PAMO SIPLAS, and co-presented by Harana Surf Resort, SEA Movement, and Mr. Turtle.

Sa ijo tanan, salamat karajaw! 🏝️🐢🫶

26/05/2026

𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐈𝐊𝐀𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐔𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 🐢

Early this morning at around 7:10 AM, a concerned resident from Brgy. Poblacion 1, Burgos, Surigao del Norte reported a stranded green sea turtle locally known as “𝑻𝒖𝒐𝒅.”

A personnel from DENR PAMO-SIPLAS together with BLGU of Pob.1, Burgos, Surigao del Norte headed by Brgy. Captain Hon. Albert Nogaliza and personnel from MLGU Burgos, Surigao del Norte immediately responded and facilitated the safe rescue and release of the pawikan back to its natural habitat at around 8:45 AM.

📍 Location: Brgy. Poblacion 1, Burgos, Surigao del Norte
🐢 Species: Green Sea Turtle (Tuod)
📏 Measurements:
Head Height – 11 centimeters
Length – 45 centimeters
Width – 41 centimeters
Front Wings – 21 centimeters
Back Wings – 13 centimeters

This successful rescue highlights the importance of community participation in protecting and conserving marine wildlife. DENR PAMO-SIPLAS extends its gratitude to the concerned resident for immediately reporting the incident and helping safeguard our marine biodiversity.

💡 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗔: Did you know that green sea turtles can travel thousands of kilometers across oceans and often return to the same beach where they were born to lay their eggs? 🐢

26/05/2026

𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉 𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑶𝒖𝒓 𝑶𝒄𝒆𝒂𝒏𝒔 🌿🌊

DENR PAMO-SIPLAS successfully conducted Communication, Education and Public Awareness (CEPA) at Brgy. Catangnan, General Luna, SDN and participated a coastal clean-up activity at Brgy. Cabitoonan, General Luna, Surigao del Norte with the participation of over sixty (60) young environmental advocates.

A total of fifty-two (52) sacks/garbage bags of waste were collected along the 400-meter stretch shoreline with an estimated weight of 280 kilograms. The collected marine debris consisted of bottles, plastic bottles, damaged lighters, styrofoams, nylon ropes, plastic caps, cellophane, wrappers, diapers, and microplastics.

After the clean-up activity, young environmentalists also participated in slogan and poster-making activities to further promote environmental awareness and biodiversity conservation.

This initiative highlights the importance of collective action in protecting our coastal and marine ecosystems from pollution and environmental degradation.

The activity was made possible through the partnership and collaboration with the Municipality of General Luna through their MENRO, NGOs from Halian SEAWikan Initiative and whose continued support strengthens environmental awareness and stewardship among the youth and local communities.

This activity is in line with the celebration of the Month of the Ocean and the International Day for Biological Diversity 2026.

Together, let us continue safeguarding our oceans for future generations. 🌎💙

23/05/2026

🌿𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | PAMO-SIPLAS successfully conducted a Communication, Education, and Public Awareness (CEPA) Campaign on May 22, 2026, in celebration of the𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 with the theme, “𝑺𝒂𝒎𝒐𝒕 𝑺𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑲𝒘𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒂 𝒔𝒂 𝑳𝒐𝒌𝒂𝒍 𝒏𝒂 𝑨𝒌𝒔𝒊𝒚𝒐𝒏.” 💚🐢

The activity was held at Brgy. Alegria, Sta. Monica, Surigao del Norte and was participated in by forty-two (42) individuals from the community. The campaign aimed to strengthen biodiversity awareness and encourage collective local actions toward environmental conservation and protection.

During the activity, PAMO-SIPLAS presented the SIPLAS Profile and discussed the importance of celebrating the International Day for Biological Diversity, emphasizing the significance of protecting ecosystems, conserving wildlife, and promoting sustainable actions within local communities. 🌱

Joining PAMO-SIPLAS in this meaningful activity was the Halian SEAWikan Initiative team, spearheaded by Ms. Lady Carmel Litang, who shared valuable insights on sea turtle awareness and conservation. Their inspiring discussion highlighted the importance of protecting marine wildlife and preserving coastal ecosystems for future generations. 🌊🐢

Through collaborative efforts and shared stories, the activity served as a reminder that every local action contributes to the protection of our biodiversity and natural heritage.

07/05/2026

MOO NA, ANO TARA?! 🌊🥽🍃❤🐟✨

07/05/2026

02/05/2026

𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐎𝐂𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐊𝐈𝐂𝐊-𝐎𝐅𝐅 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐘 🌱
Theme: “𝑺𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑶𝒄𝒆𝒂𝒏 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉, 𝑺𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑵𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏”

In celebration of the Month of the Ocean (MOO) CY 2026, the Protected Area Management Office–Siargao Island Protected Landscape and Seascape (PAMO-SIPLAS) successfully conducted its kick-off activities through coastal conservation efforts in Brgy. Sta.Fe, General Luna, Surigao del Norte.

𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠
- A total of 500 propagules of Bakhaw Babaje (𝑹𝒉𝒊𝒛𝒐𝒑𝒉𝒐𝒓𝒂 𝒎𝒖𝒄𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒂) were planted along the midzone of Brgy. Cabitoonan, strengthening our coastal defenses and supporting marine biodiversity.

𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧-𝐔𝐩 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞
-Approximately 100 meters of shoreline in Brgy. Sta. Fe were cleaned, collecting an estimated sixty (60) kilograms of solid waste, primarily plastic sachets and glass bottles—highlighting the urgent need for responsible waste management.

A total of fifty-four (54) participants (23 male, 31 female) actively joined the activity. These activities were made possible through the active participation and collaboration of BLGU-Cabitoonan, Philippine Coast Guard Station Siargao, Armed Forces and Police Mutual Benefit Association, Inc., Rare Philippines and PO-COFAFIA.

Together, we take a step forward in protecting our oceans and building a resilient coastal community. Let us continue working hand in hand for a cleaner, healthier, and sustainable marine environment. 💙

22/04/2026

DENR PAMO-SIPLAS joins the global celebration of Earth Day 2026 this 22 April 2026 with the theme “𝑶𝒖𝒓 𝑷𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓, 𝑶𝒖𝒓 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒆𝒕.”

Today, we are reminded that the power to protect and restore our environment lies in our hands. Every action—big or small—can create a positive impact for our forests, rivers, oceans, wildlife, and communities.

As stewards of the Siargao Island Protected Landscape and Seascape (SIPLAS), we reaffirm our commitment to conserving biodiversity, promoting sustainable practices, and strengthening environmental awareness for future generations.

Let us unite in caring for our one and only home. Together, we can build a cleaner, greener, and healthier planet.

🌱 Protect Nature
🌊 Preserve Our Seas
🦅 Conserve Wildlife
♻️ Act for the Future

Happy Earth Day!

10/04/2026

Wala nang pabalik-balik.

Inilalapit na ng DENR ang gobyerno sa inyo. Sa Permitting on Wheels ngayong **April 14 at 15, 2026**, kami na ang dadayo sa SIARGAO ISLANDS.

Hands-on assistance at real-time validation ng inyong environmental permits on the spot!

📍 Alamin ang aming mga serbisyo at magreshistro rito: 👇
https://tinyurl.com/embonwheelssiargao

Serbisyong pinabilis, pinadali, at inilapit sa inyo ng DENR!

Wala nang pabalik-balik.

Inilalapit na ng DENR ang gobyerno sa inyo. Sa Permitting on Wheels ngayong **April 14 at 15, 2026**, kami na ang dadayo sa SIARGAO ISLANDS.

Hands-on assistance at real-time validation ng inyong environmental permits on the spot!

📍 Alamin ang aming mga serbisyo at magreshistro rito: 👇
https://tinyurl.com/embonwheelssiargao

📍Locations:

👉 Day 1 (Apr 14)@ Municipal Gymnasium, General Luna
👉 Day 2 (Apr 15) @ EMB Siargao Island Satellite Office, General Luna

Serbisyong pinabilis, pinadali, at inilapit sa inyo ng DENR!