Cops on Top

A few months back Troy (Phil's niece's husband) had contacted Phil asking if he knew anything about the Cops on Top program and wondered if they did this here on Guam. Phil being the athletic type was very interested and did some research on the program. This is what he found out: Cops on Top is a team of volunteers from the law enforcement and public service community, who undertake mountain climbing expeditions to honor the memories of those heroes who have lost their lives in the line of duty protecting others. You can read more about Cops on Top here: http://copsontop.com/

Next he did some research to see if Guam had ever participated in the program. He quickly learned that not only did they not participate but they had never heard of it. This was all the incentive he needed! For the next few months he worked diligently organizing the first climb on Guam for the Summit of Hero's Hike. He contacted and  began working with the Guam Police Department, Guam Airport Security, The Naval Security Team, Marines and other various Military organizations to make the first ever Climb on Guam a success.

And a HUGE Success it was! Word spread throughout the community and military commands and on June 25, 2011 The first Summit for Hero's took place. Hundreds gathered to hike up Mt. LamLam to honor the memories of fallen Hero's.

Mt. LamLam is the highest peak on Guam.
Elevation: 1,332 Ft.

Tired Hikers were treated to hot dogs and water. Donated by the father of a fallen Cop.

(It was a hot humid day)







Phil presented the official Cops on Top flag to the Guam Chief of Police.

Chief of Police reflecting on what they had just accomplished. He was so happy with the turn out and success he wants to continue the Summit for Hero's hike every year.