Bogac Cold Spring is located in Barobo,
Surigao Del Sur. For its earliest settlers, who traveled through the waters of
Barobo River to get here, Bogac Cold Spring, whose name was derived from the
Visayan term bogwak meaning flow, was a source of potable and useful water, and
a nice spot for some rest and relaxation.
Brief Historical
Background
The
Bogac Cold Spring, with crystal clear water and chilling has been significantly
part of the lives of Barobohanons since the dawn ofcivilization's BAROBO.
According to local historians, people from different parts of the country
(mostly fishermen) came through the channel connecting to Talisay BAROBO river
until they found Bogac and two other bodies of water nearby. These found bounty
of the place seemed to be a strong invitation for them to settle.
When
there was no stable water system yet, Bogac served as the main source of
potable water as well as an area for bath and laundry.
Used as Training
Ground
The
spring has been significantly part of the lives of every Barobohanon. Swimming
there is a family affair. It is where children learn to love and start
swimming. From this humble story, even children in elementary level an athlete
swimmers. Most of the elementary athletes after graduation and continue their
secondary Barobo National High School (BNHS) in order to pursue their dream to
become a successful swimmer.
With
an effective training team, BNHS is able to produce good swimmers since the
1990s, making their way to the Olympics. After graduation, most of them come
from poor families who are able to avail scholarships to universities in Davao,
Cebu and Manila. Some of them are able to compete abroad, even to the SEA
games. During vacation, they go home to nostalgic Bogac cold spring from which
they owe a lot. It is considered as a local treasure giving pride and honor to
every Barobohanon.
Barobo Tourism
Office
Hotline: +63909 640 6752
References
1.
Greedy Peg.Org
2.
Bogac BAROBO - blogspot
3.
Mindanao Escapades - Wordpress
4.
Rjdexplorer.com
5.
Eam Daisy Sibonga Nazarene – photo
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