24/10/2025
In celebration of Tamaraw Month, the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Rizal proudly extended its full support to the โSave the Tamaraw Marathonโ organized by Mindoro Adventours. The event served as a meaningful platform to raise awareness on the conservation of the endangered tamaraw of Mt. Iglit-Baco Natural Park.
This successful event was made possible through the collective efforts and strong collaboration of various offices and partners, including the Municipal Mayor Hon. Ernesto C. Pablo Jr., Rizal Municipal Police Station (MPS) headed by PCPT Aristotle A. Calayag, the AFP 68IB headed by Mr. Guda, SB Chairman on Tourism Hon. Joey A. Tacuyo, Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) headed by Jolence O. Soriano, Rizal Health Unit headed by Dr. Mary Josephine L. Mangahas, Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) headed by Louderick A. Jimena, Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) headed by SFO3 Zushiela J. Labindao, Municipal Information Office headed by John Carlo A. Motril, and the Municipal Tourism Office headed by Eden N. Alpay.
Special thanks are also extended to the officials of Barangay Sto. Niรฑo headed by Brgy. Captain Marilyn A. Pascua, Barangay Rizal headed by Kapitan Nicustan P. Paclibar, Barangay Aguas headed by Kapitan Cesar I. Dela Cruza, Barangay Manoot headed by Kapitan Emmanuel G. Tamboong, Tamaraw Conservation Program Coordinator CENRO Efren Delos Reyes and to Mindoro Adventours headed by Tina Shella M. Jarabe & most especially to all runners coming from different places for their unwavering commitment and active participation.
The LGU of Rizal also expresses its heartfelt gratitude to all the participants and volunteers who joined and supported this noble cause. Through everyoneโs cooperation and dedication, we continue to uphold our shared mission of protecting the environment and preserving the rich biodiversity of Mindoro for future generations.