Silay is not only about arts, culture and heritage but eco-tourism and sports as well. One important sport event that has caught national attention is the Silay City Marathon which first began in the late 90's as a 5K and 15K run and eventually evolving into a half marathon by the year 2000. For the first time this year, it will be full marathon with a distinctive feature: a non-stop ascending route that ends on top of a mountain. To bring attention to the city's forest preservation and eco-tourism efforts, the Silay Marathon 2012 is aptly called the Mt.
Patag Eco Adventure Endurance Trail Challenge. It will be a 34k / 42K (solo) and 42k (relay) marathon to be held on November 3, 2012.
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contact Dr. Bob Ledesma 0947-7896317 and Boyet Rentoy 0928-9084888.
That is really great. The forest is an incredibly beautiful place, especially in Negros. I'm glad the marathon gets to bring attention to this wonderful place and hopefully it will help preserve it.
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