ASSESSMENT ON THE DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY OF LASANG

SECRET ADVENTURE PARK AS AN ECOTOURISM SITE DESTINATION IN

INITAO, MISAMIS ORIENTAL

An Undergraduate Thesis
Presented to the Faculty of the
College of Hotel and Restaurant Management/Tourism
Iligan Medical Center College
Iligan City

In Partial Fulfillment
Of the Requirements for the Degree
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN TOURISM

Shaina Lyra T. Ramoneda

Dianne Kristi M. Geocallo

September 2017

ILIGAN MEDICAL CENTER COLLEGE

ILIGAN CITY
COLLEGE OF HOTEL AND RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT/TOURISM
 APPROVAL SHEET

This thesis entitled “ASSESSMENT ON THE DEVELOPMENT AND

SUSTAINABILITY OF LASANG SECRET ADVENTURE PARK AS AN
ECOTOURISM SITE DESTINATION IN INITAO, MISAMIS ORIENTAL”
prepared and submitted by SHAINA LYRA T. RAMONEDA and DIANNE
KRISTI M. GEOCALLO in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree
Bachelor of Science in Tourism has been examined and is recommended for oral
examination, acceptance and approval.

Ms. Ashley B.
Pulog
Adviser

PANEL OF EXAMINERS

Approved by the thesis committee on oral examination with a grade of

__________.

Ms. Ana Crisca D. Dayrit Ms. Miraflor O.

Sanchez
Faculty Faculty

ACCEPTED and approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree
Bachelor of Science in Tourism.

Ms. Keena O. Lagtapon

Dean, CHRM/T

________________
Date of Defense
ABSTRACT

RAMONEDA, Shaina Lyra T., GEOCALLO, Dianne Kristi M.

Assessment on the development and sustainability of Lasang Secret Adventure Park as an
ecotourism site destination in Initao, Misamis Oriental”, Bachelor of Science in Tourism
College of Hotel and Restaurant Management/Tourism. Iligan Medical Center College,
Pala-o, Iligan City, School Year 2017-2018. Adviser: Ms. Ashley B. Pulog
 This study is a sufficient effort to assess of the development and sustainability aspect of

“Lasang Secret Adventure Park” as an ecotourism site destination in Initao, Misamis Oriental.

To achieve this study the researchers aims to know the following: How do respondents evaluate

the present status of Lasang Secret Adventure Park, What are the respondents’ views on

operation of the sustainability of Lasang Secret Adventure Park, What are the strategies of

Department of Tourism (DOT) in promoting the Lasang Secret Adventure Park, What are the

policies done by the Local Government Unit (LGU) for the sustainability of Lasang Secret

Adventure Park.

Generally, the respondents were the visitors who came to visit the said destination, the

staffs and the local people who are living in the vicinity. All of these respondents were selected

through random sampling. Each tourist has the chance to be part as a research participant upon

their willingness and convenience. Based on our data gathered, the following results had been

presented as to the assessment of “Lasang Secret Adventure Park” in terms of the facilities and

amenities which the respondents partially rated “good” as a positive outcome to this study.

Furthermore, the common activities conclude that swimming is one of the tourist interest that

gained the highest percentage among the results which followed by cliff diving and caving

adventure. In such evaluation on the opinions and perceptions of the end-user respondents of

“Lasang Secret Adventure Park” agreed that the place is convenient and accessible for the

tourist transportation in which they consider the place as an eco-friendly destination. In

addition, the over-all opinions and perceptions of the respondents agreed about the upcoming

development plan that will build infrastructure such as eco-lodging, dormitory, function rooms

and business center with the assistance of the Misamis Oriental government sectors and

solicitors. Lastly, respondents believe that the effective local partnership between government

can help reduce the hassle of tourist and will improve tourist enjoyment.
 Along with this, the following are some important recommendations; The “Lasang

Secret Adventure Park” Staff must take account on maintenance and sustainability of some

physical structures and facilities for long term durability and safety in such activities used.

Hence, tourist must be aware and responsive on any rules and regulations imposed wherein the

vicinity to take responsibility of their garbage or leftovers to be disposed properly to maintain

cleanliness that helps to preserve eco-system and the environment. In addition, the local people

and local government must cooperate and support in its promotion and improvement on any

activities concerning to the sustainable development of “Lasang Secret Adventure Park”. Thus,

significant recommendation will conduct for further study specifically in making a

comprehensive development plan of “Lasang Secret Adventure Park”.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The researcher would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the following persons

who in many ways have helped and inspired then to finish the study.
 First and foremost, to the panel members Ms. Keena O. Lagtapon, Ms. Ana Crisca

Decena and Ms. Miraflor Sanchez for their compassionate of sharing their creative ideas,

suggestions, and remarkable advices.

To Ms. Ashley B. Pulog. Thesis Adviser for her untiring supervisions and suggestions.

To her willingness to make this research finished. Also, for her guiding words and

encouragement.

To the staffs and visitors of “Lasang Secret Adventure Park” and the local residents of

Initao, Misamis Oriental for their efforts to provide them necessary data needed to fulfill the

study.

To our beloved loving parents, thank you for the financial support, patience and

thoughtfulness to achieved this study.

To our group of friends, particularly the “CYST” for they never fail to make the

researchers laugh when they feel uneasy.

Above all, I greatly express my thanks to the Almighty God and to everyone for giving

such a very wonderful journey to remember.😊

SHAINA LYRA T.

RAMONEDA

DIANNE KRISTI M.

GEOCALLO

DEDICATION
 WE HUMBLY DEDICATING THIS RESEARCH STUDY

TO OUR BELOVED PARENTS

TO OUR SIBLINGS

TO OUR CLASSMATES AND

GROUP OF FRIENDS

AND MOST OF ALL TO OUR

ALMIGHTY GOD

Ramoneda, Shaina Lyra T.

Tipanoy, Iligan City
Mobile no.: +639356820928
Email: ramonedashaina@gmail.com
OBJECTIVES:

To be able to work in a career oriented and challenging environment that promotes personal
growth, and uplifts professional developments. And also, to be able to acquire a new valuable
knowledge and skills while effectively utilizing my versatile. I offer my service and
determination to be an asset to the company throughout the period.

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Date of Birth: February 23, 1996 Height: 5’3”

Age: 21 years old Weight: 63 kg.

Place of birth: Iligan City Citizenship: Filipino

Sex: Female Religion: Roman Catholic

Civil Status: Single Language Spoken: English, Filipino and

Cebuano

EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT:

TERTIARY: Bachelor of Science in Tourism

San Miguel Village, Pala-o, Iligan City
(2017-2018)

SECONDARY: St. Paul’s Institute and Technology

Sabayle Street, Iligan City
(2010-2011)

PRIMARY: Tipanoy Elementary School

Tipanoy Iligan City
(2007 - 2008)

SPECIAL SKILLS:

 Communication Skills  Ability to Work Under

 Very Good Interpersonal Pressure
Skills  Flexible
 Front Office Management  Responsible
 Hospitable  Adaptable (work in
 Planning / Event Planning changing environment)
SEMINAR, TRAININGS & JOB ATTENDED:

Certificate of Completion
Training Course in Hotel Management Suite Folio Plus Module
Iligan Medical Center College
October 2016

Barista Seminar Workshop

Jamaican F&B
Cagayan De Oro City
February 11, 2015

“CULINARYA DEMONSTRATION” by Chef Boy Logro

Kulinarya at kultura: Paradang mga Master sa Kusina
March 11, 2015
Iligan Medical Center College
Iligan City

“Ice, Fruit and Carving Demonstration” by Chef Mel

Kulinarya at Kultura: Paradang mga Master sa Kusina
March 11, 2015
Iligan Medical Center College
Iligan City

National Service Training Program

(National Service Training corp. Per Republic Act. No.9163)
Iligan Medical Center College
March 2016
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

o Event Organizer “ World Tourism Day”

Sustainable Tourism A Tool For Development
September 26, 2017
Iligan Medical Center College

o 2nd Runner up, Miss Tipanoy 2013

Tipanoy, Iligan city
January 20, 2013

o Title Holder, Miss Suarez 2014

Suarez, Iligan city
April 05, 2014

CHARACTER REFERENCE:

Mrs. Keena O. Lagtapon

Hotel Restaurant Management and Tourism
College Dean
Iligan Medical Center College
Contact Number; 09465659711

Ms. Ashley B. Pulog

Hotel Restaurant Management and Tourism
Faculty/Instructor
Iligan Medical Center College
Contact Number; 09309688014

Ms. Miraflor O. Sanchez

Hotel Restaurant Management and Tourism
Faculty/Instructor
Iligan Medical Center College
Contact Number; 09355820928
DIANNE KRISTI M. GEOCALLO
Linamon,Lanao Del Note Purok 5
Mobile no.:+639053018989
Email:diannekristi26@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE:

To acquire valuable knowledge and skills to complement those that I have learned from
school in an actual job environment. In return I offer my service and determination to be an
asset to your company throughout the duration of my training period.

EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT;

TERTIARY; ILIGAN MEDICAL CENTER COLLEGE

Bachelor of Science in Tourism
San Miguel Village, Pala-o, Iligan City
November 2014 - Present

SECONDARY: OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP ACADEMY

Linamon Lanao Del Norte
June 2010-2014

PRIMARY: MARY INFANT JESUS SCHOOL

Linamon Lanao Del Norte
2004-2005

CORPUS CHRISTY PAROCHIAL SCHOOL

2005-2006

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP ACADEMY

2006-2010

SPECIAL SKILLS:

 Communication Skills
 Very Good Interpersonal
Skills
 Time Management
 Food and Beverages
Services
 Adaptability

WORKSHOPS, TRAININGS & SEMINARS ATTENDED:

Pan Pacific Hotel
(Actual Bed-Making Demonstration, Butler Service Seminar, Opera System Training Demo
and Front Office Procedures)
Malate, Manila Philippines
(October 2016)

Philippine Airlines
Pasay, Metro Manila
Seminar (October 2016 )

Oceanlink Institute, Inc (2GOgroup, Inc)

Actual Shipboard Training (Apprenticeship, APEX Program and Best in Sales Award)
Ermita, Manila Philippines
September 2016

Food and Beverage Services

(National Certificate II)
TOMAS CABILI, ILIGAN CITY
April 2015

Seminar Worshop
(Self-Awareness and Professionalism)
Iligan Medical Center College
May 2017

Kulinarya at Kultura
(Hospitality and Tourism Exhibit with the celebration of World Touriism Day “Tourism For
All; Promoting Universal Accessibility”)
Iligan Medical Center College
October 2016

National Service Training Program

(National Service Training Corps, per Republic Act No.9163)
Iligan Medical Center College
March 2016

Magsaysay Institutre of Hospitality and Culinary Arts ( MIHCA)

Times Plaza, Taft Avenue, Ermita, Manila city
Orientation 2016

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ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS ;

Best Photo Shoot Award

Our lady of perpetual Help Academy
(December 2011)

Best Cost Player and Best in Costume

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy
(April 2013)

Ms. Silka Lanao Online Choice Award

Iligan City National Highschool Gymnasium
(April 2016)

Ms. Hugyaw Kauswagan

Kauswagan Lanao Del Norte
Candidate
( April 2015 )

Mutya ng Barangay Poblacion First Runner Up and Best in Talent

Linamon Lanao Del Norte
( December 2016 )

PERSONAL INFORMATION :

* Date of Birth: September 11, 1997

*Age: 20 years old

*Place of birth: Linamon, Lanao Del Norte

*Sex: Female

*Civil Status: Single

*Height: 5’4’

*Weight: 48 kg.

*Citizenship: Filipino

*Religion: Roman Catholic

*Language Spoken: English, Filipino and Cebuano

CHARACTER REFERENCE:

Mrs. Keena O. Lagtapon

Hotel Restaurant Management and Tourism
College Dean
Iligan Medical Center College
Contact Number; 09465659711

Mr. Alzon Chung Simbajon

Agent
Civi Aeronautics Board
Manila International Airport
Email:alzon21@gmail.com

Ms. Ashley B. Pulog

Hotel Restaurant Management and Tourism
Faculty/Instructor
Iligan Medical Center College
Contact Number; 09309688014