National Himalayan Winter Trekking Expedition:-2008-09

(19th December 2008 to 5th January 2009)
(You can choose to report on any day between this period)
A group of 50 participants will leave daily from the base camp.

Base camp- Dalhousie Youth Hostel

Base camp- Dalhousie Youth Hostel

Once again Youth Hostels Association of India is organizing National Himalayan Winter Trekking Expedition in the Dalhousie region of Western Himalyas from 19th Dec, 2008 to 5th Jan, 2009 (You can choose to report on any date between this period). Come and see what lies beyond the hills, peep into the unseen and have a feel of snow. You are welcome to join this trail on any day during the scheduled period.
 
Purpose of the Programme

The purpose of the programme is to expose the YHAI members to a greater adventure and to rough out the rigors of plodding through snow with a sense of love for nature and outdoor recreational activity aiming through snow with a sense of love for nature and outdoor recreational activity aiming at promoting national integration.
Fee

Rs. 1900/- per head, which will cover stay in tented accommodation, simple nutritious vegetarian food, guidance, equipment and insurance. You will however, bear the to and fro travel expenses from your home town to the Base Camp and back.
Age
The minimum age for joining these expeditions is 15 years. This condition will be adhered to strictly.
 
How to Reach
Last Rail Head: Pathankot/Chakkibank on Main Delhi/ Howrah- Jammu section of Northen Railway
Bus Service:     Regular bus service from Pathankot, Delhi and other parts of Punjab
 
Schedule of Programme
(Base camp at Youth Hostel, Dalhousie - 10 Minutes walking distance from Bus Stand)
Day 1 Report at Base Camp
Day 2 Acclimatization and Orientation
Day 3 Trek to Kalatop - 8km / 5hrs.
Day 4 Trek to Khajjiar - 11km / 7hrs.
Day 5 Trek to Mangla (Chamba) - 10km / 6hrs.
Day 6 Transfer by Bus to Dalhousie (Group breaks after lunch)
 
Trek Route
 
Things to bring along with you for the trek
Rucksack (if you have one), shirts, pants/jeans, (woollen/Cotton), woollen jersey, thick jacket, woollen muffler/balaclava, gloves, inner garments (woollen / Cotton), three to four pairs of thick woolen socks, light rain coat, goggles (other than blue color), torch with extra batteries, water bottle, lunch box, face cold cream, soap, towel, toilet paper, adhesive plaster, talcum powder and first-aid kit including medicines you use normally. Directly Molded Sole (DMS)/Snow Shoes or trekking boots are a must for walking on snow.
 
 
Safety

Extensive and painstaking preparations have gone into the planning of trek routes for your safety. Our field staff and experienced camp leaders have been visiting the area to check all details. While every care has been taken to ensure safety, the Youth Hostels Association of India cannot be held responsible for any accident, illness and such other unforeseen eventualities.


Smoking, use of alcohols and narcotics of any description are strictly prohibited during the course of the programme.

Deviation from the set route of the programme is not permitted. If participants desire to join any other actite of the programme is not permitted. If participants desire to join any other activity, they may do so at their own responsibility and risk only after finishing the trek and checking out.
 
How to Apply
Members desirous of joining this program may apply on the Registration Form duly supported by Medical Certificate, which is available free of cost from units / state branches and National Office. Available forms on this site are:


You can print these forms and send it to us.
Also You can register for this program Online.
 
Certificates
Participants who successfully complete the trek and abide by the discipline of the programme, will be awarded certificates. Program"textnormal">Participants who successfully complete the trek and abide by the discipline of the programme, will be awarded certificates. Programme Schedule / Route Programme Schedule and Routes are subject to change without prior notice.
 
Cancellations

In case you are unable to join the trek after paying the participation fee, you will get Rs. 950/- as refund of participation fee provided your request is received directly in the National Office at least 7 days in advance from the date of your reporting. No refund will, however, be admissible if such notice falls short of 7 days.
 
Programme Schedule / Route
Programme Schedule and Routes are subject to change without prior notice.
 
Adventure Scholarships for the Physically Challenged Youth
YHAI announces Adventure Scholarships of Rs.950/- each to the physically challenged youth including deaf and dumb for these expeditions. Deserving youth may apply to the National Office, on a plain paper, duly supported by relevant certificates.
 
Special Casual Leave
The Trekking Expeditions organized by Youth Hostels Association of India have the approval of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances aYouth Hostels Association of India have the approval of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, (Dept. of Personnel and Training), Government of India, vide office order No. 28016/89- Estt(A), dated 25th October, 1989. Participants working for Central Government, can apply to the authorities concerned for availing special casual leave for the duration of the expedition. This leave can be sanctioned by their office up to 30 days in a calendar year.
 
Photographic Competition
After the completion of each trekking expedition,photographic competition is held for which attractive cash prizes and certificates are awarded. You may also send your entries on the following subjects:

   Nature (Birds, Flowers, Wildlife, Scenic beauty),
   Camping,
   Trekking.
The size of the prints should be 8"x10". Please give brief details of the location of the subjects and also your name, address and group number on the reverse of the photograph. YHAI has the right to retain/use even the entries which are not selected for awards with due acknowledgement/compensation. Last date for submitting entries is 15th Mar, 2008.
 
Your Attention
Please note that this is an environment friendly trek. Do not litter any wrappers orote that this is an environment friendly trek. Do not litter any wrappers or spoil the trail in any way. In case you find any wrapper, plastic bag or any thing left by trekkers on the way, please carry the same with you for deposit at the base camp.We will be selecting and appointing two environ-leaders per group. If you have an inclination and an eye for environment protection, we will be glad to receive your particulars along with your registration form.
IMPORT OF ANY BIO NON DEGRADABLE MATERIAL IN HIMACHAL PRADESH IS AN OFFENCE
 
WARNING
Burning of wood during camp fire is strictly prohibited.
 
For further information please contact or write to:

National Secretary, Youth Hostels Association of India
5, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri,
New Delhi - 110 021

Tel.: 26110250  Fax: 011- 26113469


Email: trekking@yhaindia.org
Website : www.yhaindia.org
 
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