BOONDOCK Project 3 is a research initiative funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), with a total funding of 23 million pesos allocated over a span of 36 months (equivalent to 3 years). The project is under the leadership of Engr. Nathaniel Vincent A. Lubrica, who holds the position of Executive Director in the Research Services Office (RSO) of the University.

The primary goal of the project is to offer decision-support tools and resources for managing flood events and promoting water resource sustainability in the local governments of Kalinga and Mountain Province, particularly along the Chico River.

On August 31, 2022, UC – RSO conducted a seminar-workshop for flood-prone barangays in Tabuk City, Kalinga. The primary aim of this event was to educate various punong barangays in Kalinga, including those from San Juan, Laya West, Calanan, Cabaruan, and Dagupan West, as well as representatives from local government units (LGUs), national government agencies (NGAs), and non-governmental organizations (NGOs, specifically the Farmers Association). The focus of the seminar-workshop was on water sustainability within Kalinga Province.

Furthermore, the Boondock Project 3 team delivered information regarding innovative solutions for early warning systems related to floods. During the session, they presented the different sensors that will be installed at Canao and Pasil Bridge. It was agreed that a separate training-workshop would be scheduled to cover the reading of data and the maintenance of these sensors.

Engr. Lubrica was sought after by Kalinga Province to leverage his expertise in mountain engineering interventions, encompassing not only river-related aspects but also addressing slope stability. As of now, the council is actively in the process of formulating policies, laws, and regulations aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability of water resources in the upland areas, with a specific focus on Kalinga and Mountain Province.