Dear Students,
With our recent trip to Subic Safari, may I solicit your feedback of our activity. With the fauna close encounter, describe the learning and immersion experience you had. Tell it in two paragraphs or less. Post it here.
*Only those who joined the outbound trip may give feedback. Indicate your complete name and section. This also means the student qualifies to the incentive.
33 comments:
The whole trip was a blast. Not only is it enjoyable, but also educational at same time. Plus we bonded as a class before, during, and after the bus trip and activity.
Actually it was my first time to go there and I sure will do go back, together with my loved ones :)
Catherine Darlene G. Alimagno
S15
The whole trip was a huge relief, it was a day off from all the stress of academic and extracurricular work and also a day for learning. It was an amazing experience to have a close encounter with such animals only seen in the wild. Honestly I wasnt expecting too much from the activity since I believed it was just another regular ZOO, but I did learn a lot of new stuff about tigers, lions, and the other resident animals of the Subic Safari Zoo.
To be honest I have been really fascinated with big cats especially the tigers, and it was a first for me to actually see one up close. See it feed and go about in its enclosure during the safari activity. And at the same time sad since you can see that such animals belong to the wild. It got me curious what will happen to them? since they seem reliant to their handlers, will they be able to survive in the wild again? Will they retain the same predator instincts?
Then again we can also see that by keeping the animals within the Subic Safari ZOO compound, they are helping to preserve these wild animals who are hunted down to extinction in the wild. I hope they continue to preserve such magnificent animals, and that in the future they can be re-introduce into the wild where they belong.
As a parting note, this is an activity I would gladly participate on again.
Liam Parungao
S13
The field trip was fun. There are many things that I have learned in our trip like on how animals interact when there are people, how the animals close to each other, how they behave, and more. While learning about animals during the trip, there is also bonding with the class. Even though that the trip was kind a fast, I enjoyed the trip.
Imina Ronquillo
S15
The field trip was fun. There are many things that I have learned in our trip like on how animals interact when there are people, how the animals close to each other, how they behave, and more. While learning about animals during the trip, there is also bonding with the class. Even though that the trip was kind a fast, I enjoyed the trip.
Imina Ronquillo
S15
For me, it's rare that IT students like us experience an outbound trip that involves nature. Albeit in captivity,animals in Zoobic Safari have really the best things in a captive animal's life. They are being taken care of properly and all the zoo wanted to do was to keep their species alive.
I learned in this trip that being in college doesn't limit fun to parties or what have you, but it is still fun nonetheless to have a "fieldtrip" to a zoo with your friends. Sharing laughs among others and at the same time we could learn much on how nature is doing. That aside from advancing technology as it practitioners we also have a responsibility to nature.
This past few weeks, we have been so stressed with deadlines and presentations from school that it came to a point where I decided not to join the Subic field trip. And up until the last minute I still could not make up my mind, good thing I decided to go or else I would never have so much fun. :)
It was quite fascinating to know that there are still places here in the Philippines where you can see and feel the wonders of nature. I was pretty amazed about the Zoobic Safari (yes, it was my first time) for three reasons: one, they have arranged the zoo such that it really feels like you are in a forest with animals roaming around the place. two, you can see the animals up close and personal especially the jeepney ride to see the tigers (it was actually the highlight for me hehe!) and lastly, the zoo did not make me feel that I am too old for this kind of trip because they made it suitable for all ages :)
All in all, I have learned new things about animals especially on how they behave and interact with people.
Marion G. Franco
S15
The field trip was fun and educational at the same time. It was a rare opportunity for us to observe animal behavior when placed to an area that is similar to their habitats.
I also enjoyed feeding the crocodiles and the lovebirds. I didn't know that lovebirds could be domesticated in such a way that they do not try to escape when removed from their cages.
Melvin Gabriel U. Ignacio
S13
The field trip was fun and educational at the same time. It was a rare opportunity for us to observe animal behavior when placed to an area that is similar to their habitats.
I also enjoyed feeding the crocodiles and the lovebirds. I didn't know that lovebirds could be domesticated in such a way that they do not try to escape when removed from their cages.
Melvin Gabriel U. Ignacio
S13
When I learned that the field trip is going to be at the Zoobic Safari, I had my second thoughts of joining it because I've been there back in high school, plus I have an exam on the same day. But because I know the trip is part of the course, I decided to join and ask my professor if I could get the exam prior to the actual day. Fortunately, she moved the exam on a weekend. Yehey! :) Anyway, the whole trip was actually fun! From the bus, travel, stop over to the Zoobic itself -- all worth it!
The field rip was not only full of fun but also packed with information. What I enjoyed the most are the close encounter with the tigers, and feeding of birds and crocodiles. And from that experience, I learned that the crocodiles' way of hibernating is through opening their mouths or by not just moving. Also, in general, I learned how the animals interact and behave with the people and its ecosystem.
Although it was my second time there, this whole experience is still different and still one of the best! :)
Joyce Valbuena
S15
Subic is one of the best vacation areas here in the country, for me. Although I have been in zoobic many times, the best part of the trip was the fact that my friends are there. The close encounter with the animals in zoobic was great. It is very cool to see the animals in great condition, but I would really love to see animals like those on to their real habitats.
Overall the field trip is a sure win in this semester. Not only educational but also fun. We would love to comeback and have another trip with my classmates and our professor.
Charles Fuentes
S15
The whole trip was really fun. Honestly, I got really excited for this trip since the last time I went to a zoo was when I was still in middle school. The trip helped me gain more knowledge about the different kinds of animals and how they react in different situations such as when you give them food or someone takes a photo of him. I learned that most of the animals really do have a lot of species. And I must say, they are really rare nowadays.
The Zoobic Safari experience is both educational and fun. The close encounter with the animals made me understand more about their habitats and daily living. I think that it gave us an idea on how to do our final project for this course which involves animals. In conclusion, this trip is really useful for us to be able to do our projects and be able to show what we learned.
Mary Margarette S. Moral
S15
The field trip is really fun and informative as well. It is fun because the students get to bond in the bus before going to the destination and also the students had fun during the Safari especially the Tiger Safari. It is informative because the Zoobic safari is a good place that people could observe different behaviors of animals in there habitat that is related to the study in EMER-IT. As a whole I learned the different behavior of animals in their habitat and also the importance of these animals to the ecosystem :)
Ferdinand Maximillian P. Sembrano
S15
Honestly, I'm not a fan of field trips... especially on this one because Subic is far, and we were only gonna visit a zoo. Plus, I don't know that much people in class and I have so much to do. However, my mindset on the whole activity changed when I was able to really observe animals I don't see everyday up-close. Their behavior towards one another is endearing and very interesting as with their interaction with humans. I came to know more about animals in the wild, and whole bunch of new facts about how they live.
Probably my most memorable encounter with the animals has got to be the one with the tigers because I got to see one tiger's jaw up-close. The distance between us was literally less than a ruler. I was scared, yes, but seeing how it ate just made me more fascinated about tigers in general. It was cool.
The trip was really long, and we had a lot of stopovers, but that made it really fun too. I'm glad I was able to participate in such an exciting activity.
Janine F. Kau
S15
I've always enjoyed class activities and what better way to spend them than going outdoors. One way to do that is going on field trips. Since I was in elementary, I always join educational trips. We went through places in Laguna, Antipolo, and the like. In High School, most of our trips are like outings because we went to some resorts. And I must say, those trips were unforgettable because it's not everyday that you get to spend outings like that with your friends.
And just past week, we've been through another great trip in Subic. Never thought I would have another field trip again when I stepped out of High School. And this was my first time on Subic that's why I'm so pumped up when I heard about it. And trips such as this are mostly enjoyed while on the road because we get to spend quality time in the bus. We got all the food supply we need back at the bus and card games such as Uno and Monopoly deal keep us busy. When we arrived at the zoo, the place was amazing. We had an encounter with the tigers and crocodile which other zoos don't offer. There were also aetas in the place which was a first if you ask me. Overall, the trip was amazing and would definitely be part of my colorful college life.
Daeward Sarmiento
S15
Two days before of our fieldtrip,I decided not to join in Subic because of my sickness. And even I already paid the payment for fieldtrip, I did not feel it. However, my friends forced me to join (but thanks to them). I woke up early to prepare and I felt good, my fever gone that is why my whole trip was fun.
The environment and design of Subic Safari Zoo's was not surprising place for me because every vacation there is no day that my family/friends went in a environment friendly places with different animals. But the difference of Safari Zoo is that we saw closely some animals like tigers, lion, camel, and etc. I enjoyed this fieldtrip especially the different reactions of my friends/classmates in jeepney part. And the most important thing for our trip is that I learned the behavior of animals and I was amazed to the zoo because they preserved the nature of the place as well as the culture of the people lived there.
Mariz G. Ordinario
S15
To be honest, I was not that excited after knowing that we have a field trip for this class. I feel like I’m too old to visit a zoo and I find it boring. But on the day itself, the field trip proved me wrong. I learned new interesting facts about different animals. The highlight of the trip for me is the close encounter with a tiger. It is fascinating to see a tiger up close and eating a piece of chicken. At first I thought going to this fieldtrip is just a waste of time but in the end it was a fruitful one. Aside from having a break from all the academic work and having fun, I learned new things and stories to tell to my friends.
Jarvin Anthony Marcelo
S15
Awesome field trip we had. It was a wonderful experience going to the Zoobic Safari with different type of animals. The trip was also a stress reliever from all the busy works in the school and in the city. We experienced visiting to the beauty of nature far from the dull and boring city life. The trip was also educational since the tour guides discussed different behaviors of animals.
I hope that we can visit more of Philippine wonders of nature.
We also took pictures of them.
I also felt sorry for the tiger cub that i saw during the last session of the field trip, according to tour guide, the tiger was born with no front leg. I hope that the tiger will be happy and special for everyone despite lacking of one leg.
Overall conclusion, the field trip was fun.
Siy, Justin Ryan
S15
The trip was meant for us to know and observe the behavior of animals given under any circumstances. As for the crocodiles, if they see a meat (or anything they think is edible), they compete. I don't know if it really affects their physical size but it looks like some were more superior than the other. They were the ones who are bulkier and stronger. As for the tigers, the same goes as well. But i think those at the safari knows each other and sometimes they give way. I noticed their mutual respect for each other.
Robert Ribon
S15
We IN-SYS students were given exactly what we needed because of the field trip, a break. We were flooded by a lot of papers and applications, etc to do and the field trip gave us a break from it all.
What I liked from the field trip was how we needed to go down from the bus to get up and close with the animals and not just watch them doing their business from afar. Another thing is that whenever we were to go through a dimly lit room, the room always gives us this feeling that we really are in a place with the animals since some of the props were moving about, imitating the movements of the animal it portrays.
At the end of the day, we were able to gain a first-hand experience and were also able to observe how animals behave on a not-so natural habitat.
Anna Tria S15
The entire trip was fun and exciting since it is my first time to go to the Zoo of Subic. What made it more enjoyable is that i'm with my college friends :D
I can say that it is very educational because the trip includes close contact with animals such as birds, tigers, camels and such. It is fun to see how this animals react with events such as feeding them. In terms of Tigers, its unique to see that even though in real life they love to eat live chickens but since they are in the zoo they are forced to eat dressed chickens. With this, i've realized that even them have to adjust for certain circumstances. The tour guide also mentioned that these tigers took almost 4-6months to be used for they new type of food.
Another observation that i've got is with the crocodiles, i saw how they react and do things for survival. They will do anything to get food even though they will step on the others. Also if they are desperate enough they will eat each other just to satisfy their hunger. With this, i realized why others compare crocodiles to humans who are greedy.
Lastly, I am glad that i had that experience to feel the forest and be with the wild animals. At least I had a rest from the crowded and polluted city.
- Jodi Herrera
s15
The fieldtrip was truly an adventure all in itself. It was filled with so much things to do and see while being there in Zoobic as well the the trips going back and from. It was not what I initially expected to say the least, it was much more than that. Being able to interact and be so close to different animals is a treat all in itself. It was a great way to understand more about animals and their behaviors.
Lastly, it was such an amazing way to bond with everyone who was there. Though it was for academic reasons, the trip proved to be more than that. It was a way to get to know everyone and to able to experience new things with them. :)
Mary Grace Vasquez
S15
The field trip was fun and very educational. I learned a lot from this field trip especially about tigers, when they pee, etc. With this field trip i felt young since the last time i went to the zoo is when i was still in grade school. I personally think the department should do field trips like these for the coming terms. Ultimately, I enjoyed the field trip not only because of the trivia and facts i learned about animals, but because i was able to again bond with most of my friends. Thank you very much Ma'am Pineda for this wonderful experience!
(p.s. Christmas Party tayo miss!)
Shaun Christopher R. Go
S15
I’ve always dreamt of going to the Subic Safari. I’ve heard it a lot of times from my friends and family and they said that it was nice there. I was really excited that our trip will be there. The whole day was tiring because we have gone up and down the bus for several times. The trip was enjoyable not only because I was with a good company but also I did learn a lot from the tour.
During our trip I learned about the different kind of animals and a little bit about their background. Our tour guide is very accommodating. He welcomes our endless questions and gladly answered them. It was my first time to see animals such as camels, fat belly pig, etc. Among all the trips I’ve been through, I can honestly say that it is the most worthwhile and it is very enlightening.
Janet Almonguera
S15
The Field trip on Zoobic Safari Zoo was very exciting. Our immersion with the animals was something new and something different. I was able to learn how they behave through close encounters, observation and also the tour guide. I consider the trip a very productive and informative educational activity for EMER-IT. I wouldn't mind having another one and going back there again. It's really in very rare occasions that I can see those animals up close especially the tigers and lions which was the highlight of the trip.
Justin Johnvin S. Samson
S13
It was my first time to go to Zoobic and before going to the said location I felt sad because I don't want going to zoos because I know that animals are caged in spaces that are too little than what they should really be given because I imagine that it will be just like the other normal zoos but when I saw that Zoobic provided enough spaces for them (and that they have a longer life when kept in captivity than in the wild), my stereotype zith Zoobic was broken.
I find the trip very important with what EMER-IT is all about (swarm: when we fed the little birds with food) and I learned that it is possible that some animals could live together just like the potbelly pigs and the ostriches without harming each other.
Jan Carmel P. Ricasio
S15
The Subic Safari Zoo was an enjoyable event indeed, it reminds me of my youth when the time I visited the manila zoo. There are many animals each possesing uniqiue characteristics. This event happens to be a memorable experience for me yet.
Since the trip took us a whole day to experience, it is worth the time and the excitement each one of us possess. In conclusion, the whole trip was an enjoyable activity and not to be forgotten about.
Jerome Elson L. Chua
S15
The trip was great, a break from the routines of school. I enjoyed it very much since it was a day we got to spend with friends. A great way to get away from the stress of academic work. The crocodiles were what really got my attention in this trip. All I know is that these animals are important to our ecosystem. Great experience overall. :)
Michael Ian Villegas
S13
The entire trip was a memorable experience. It was fun seeing the tigers and learning how they behave. The tigers weren't just the fun part of the trip. The aetas were scary but i really loved their dance. The crocodiles were boring, they never moved unless you give them food and they really fight for the food
I would really love to go on another field trip. It would be fun if it will be another animal adventure. Preferably sea critters and insects.
Clifford L. Yap
S15
Field trip was not something I really wanted because I find it hassle. But then, going to Zoobic Safari, and seeing those beautiful tigers made me realize how blessed I am to be part of this trip. It was a great day to unwind and just appreciate nature.
I love the fact that we can all have fun and of course, learn. I've always dreamed of having a tiger as a pet, but then maybe just seeing them in zoos like that is more than enough for me. Trip was fun, educational and fun, and fun :)
Chloe N. Sytiong
S13
The trip was a different experience for me. The close encounter with the various animals made me realize its beauty and how nature is an amazing thing to witness. I had a lot of fun and for a day, I was relieved of all the stress accumulated during the term. Not only was I relieved but I learned a lot as well.
To be honest, I didn't not expect that trip to be so fun and educational as I thought about the situation in the Manila zoo but I was wrong. I realized that there is still hope for this country and for the animals living in it. People just need to notice and act on it. I was very satisfied with the whole trip! I want to go back sometime! :)
Kathryn Loise-Marie Y. Espina
S13
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