The coastal municipality of Medina in Misamis Oriental in northern Mindanao recently hosted “Shore It Up,” a marine ecological program of the Metro Pacific Investment Corp. participated in by volunteer scuba divers from the business group. The center of activity was the 30-hectare Duka Reef Marine Protected Area (MPA) across Duka Bay Resort in Gingoong Bay, a fishery reserve which takes pride in its coral research and enhancement and protection measures. The two-day environmental program also consisted of the Junior Environmental Scouts (JES), a creative educational component for children to inculcate concern for Mother Earth through creative art, story-telling and interactive activities.

Duka Reef cleanup staged by Misamis Oriental town. (2017, June 29). Manila Bulletin, p. B-8.