LAOAG CITY, Oct. 14 -- Plogging, a fitness craze that combines walking, jogging, and the picking up of trash, reached the unique terrain of the Laoag sand dunes on Tuesday, with villagers and volunteers working together to advocate love for nature and proper waste management.

In an interview, Mylene Isabel Pascual of the City Environment and Natural Resources Office told the Philippine News Agency that the activity marked the start of a sustained effort in environmental preservation in the city.

"The activity is a shining example of the city's commitment to being 'alisto' (alert) in protecting its natural treasures, leading to 'asenso' (progress), and ultimately ensuring long-term progress for all its citizens," Pascual said.

The activ...