"Aims of this event are to expose the tourism area here in Negros and develope our mother Earth" says Mr. Rufino Alcala, Leader of Pta. Tay-tay Council.
      Attendees in the Mangrove afforestation Project were the VMA CAGERS, VMA Staff and faculty, Coast Guard, UNO-R nursing Students and teachers, student of F.R. Flores Elementary School, guests, and Atty. John N. Orola Jr., head of this event.
      The candidates then went to the VMA Training Center and were warmly welcomed by the students of VMA. The Ace Team presented BST which includes Fire Fighting, Abandon Ship and Life Saving demonstrations. The Bartenders Club showcased their talents. "Right now, they're promoting the motto of the competition, for climate change and for clean surrounding and this a great opportunity og VMA for hosting thsi activity, to boost the facilities that we have in this institution", Comm. Juan Manuel Ramos of Coast Guard , said. "It's beautiful place. I'm happy to meet the Filipino's Ms. Brazil, darling of the Crowd, had said, and Ms. Northern Ireland added, "The experience is great. I will cherish it for the rest of my life".
      In the evening, Best in Talent Preliminary Competition for 9th Annual Search for Miss Earth was held at the L'Fisher Hotel.
      It's anexotic night of beauty, glamour and elegance, and a success much more the Best in talent preliminary winners: Ms. Brazil, France, Macau, Nepal and Tahiti.
      The candidates showed their beauties and talents which wer enjoyed by the guest, faculty members and staff of the school, and students, who served as usherettes in the said event.