Sharing random photos and memories from my short/crash course with Bamboo Bootcamp. Bamboo Bootcamp is a 10-days immersive workshop, exploring specific areas of interest in bamboo such as Propagation, Carpentry, Treatment, Design and Build. The bootcamp starts with lectures and discussions presented by various speakers in the field of bamboo farming, to usage of the material, as well as environmental impacts of this industry. On most days, we did hands-on works such as general construction, weaving (we made kalakat), as well as furniture design, which was my favourite part of the experience. The organizers are based in Davao City, but the workshop venue shall be set up at varying provinces in the Philippines, depending on the schedule and season. My batch was hosted at Bukidnon.

The bootcamp enrollment package is all inclusive; workshop, materials, tools (since we did our own carpentry works), food and lodging for 10 days + 1 rest day. On our rest day, we toured around private farms in the area that cultivates other agri-products like coffee and adlai/barley grain. I had a pretty good time during my stay, as the venue was set at a farmhouse surrounded by bamboo plantation, as well as fruits. Aside form the learning opportunity, I took this experience as a retreat, sort of a rest and time away from the hectic work schedule. Food was great, by the way. With buffet 3x daily, the extra kilograms cannot be denied. Course is open to anyone who is interested with the bamboo crafting. Design/construction background is not required, but is an advantage. Get in touch with Bamboo Bootcamp organization for schedules. Click Link here.