The Biodiversity-Rich and Scenic Buluan Island of Ipil

Sitting near the edge of the island's sand bar

The only island of Ipil happens to be a protected area or a sanctuary for marine life. The island is blessed with rich marine biodiversity as well as opulent stretch of creamy sand bar. It is being installed with a detachment that ensures the protection of the island's coral reef from fishing and related activities. Accordingly, the island's surrounding waters are occupied by a number of families of fishes, giant clams and sea turtles.

Long have I been wanting to visit the alluring island. Its bright sand lining can be seen even from a far distance. I almost have gone to the place last year but because our travel was in time with a "spring" low tide, it was not possible for us to be ferried to the island. Just last week, our science club's activity, which was to have the clean-up in the island was postponed because of the bad weather. Yesterday (August 23, 2012), I have finally stepped my foot on the enchanting island. I was with some co-science teachers and science club student-officers to do the clean up drive on the island. After we have collected and sorted the non-biodegradable garbage, we enjoyed bathing in the cool, clean waters of the white sand beach. 

Science Clubbers collect non-biodegradable garbage along the beach.

Just one of the scenic sights to enjoy at the island