On Reaching the Summit Profile, Perspectives and Behavior of Filipino Mountaineers

Using a descriptive-quantitative research design, the proponents probed into the profile, motivations, pro-environmental perspectives, and behavior of fifty-one purposedly selected Filipino mountaineers. Further, the researchers utilized the appropriate theoretical frameworks of recreational experience preference (REP) and environmentally responsible behavior (ERB) in the given constructs of the investigation. Findings indicate the growing number of women mountaineers though men generate most of the demand. Mountaineering is a highly fulfilling recreational experience, particularly in the domain of nature encounters. The conservation and safety measures in mountain areas need a stricter implementation strategy. Mountaineers are seemingly self-motivated to carry out responsible behavior while inaccurate rules and regulations are not considered severe constraints. The study findings contribute to determining the key influences on their participation or the experience they seek to strengthen some measures to protect the environment when mountaineering. Further, it will help recognize mountaineers. responsible behavior to seek the balance and harmony between mountaineering activities and environmental protection, thus promoting sustainable adventure tourism.

Keywords – Profile, Perspectives, Behavior, Filipino, Mountaineers.