Monday, 29 August 2016

Youreka circular

Dates and Program objectives_Youreka _Kambre Campus (III to IX)
Specifically this program will focus on the following:
ü  Building Confidence and Self Worth in the participants.
ü  Help participants challenge their mindsets and fears.
ü  Building awareness of basic teamwork, group dynamics and leadership.
ü  To make participants aware of their innate potential and build in “I CAN” and “I WILL” attitude.
ü  Instill basic life skills in children

Campus: Lakeside Ridge, Kambre (Near Lonavala)
Travel: By Overnight AC Bus.
Program fee : The program fee is Rs. 8690/ - with train travel by 3rd AC travel, which includes tuition fee, activity expense,  lodging and boarding at the camp, travel fee and all prevalent Govt taxes.
Program Dates
8th November – 9:00 PM departure from school by school Bus to station and catch the 2230 Hrs Vadodara Express train.
9th November – Arrival at Mumbai by 4:50 hrs, transfer to Campus by non ac bus (approx. 3hrs drive) Full day at camp.
10th November - @ Camp
11th November - @ Camp, evening departure for Mumbai, catch train for Vadodara at 2340 hrs.
12th November – Arrival at Vadodara station by 6AM. Transfer to Podar school by 7AM.

A brief outline of the activities used during the program:

Rock Climbing
Back Packing
Outdoor Survival
  • Knots & Hitches
  • Bouldering & Spotting
  • Top rope climbing
  • Rappelling
  • Tyrolean Traverse


  • Gear & backpacking
  • Mountain Etiquette
  • Uphill & Downhill walking techniques
  • Tent pitching & Navigation
  • Site selection and LNT Camping. Wilderness safety
  • Gear and equipment
  • Improvising food & shelter
  • Night out camping and planning
  • Outdoor Safety
  • Map & Compass reading
Note: The activities may change slightly based on group dynamics or depending on the climatic conditions.
Our teachers would be going along with the students. Parent representatives/PTA members (2 on paid basis) are also requested to join in.