YHAI GUJARAT STATE EXPLORING THE SASAN GIR and MOUNT GIRNAR TREKKING 2013

• YOUTH HOSTEL ASSOCIATION OF INDIA - GUJARAT STATE BRANCH
• YHAI GUJARAT STATE EXPLORING THE SASAN GIR and MOUNT GIRNAR TREKKING 2013
• Date : 17 to 23 October & 20 to 26 October 2013 (Two Batch)
• Organised By : YHAI GUJARAT STATE
• Reporting Dates : First Group : 17 to 23 October 2013, Second Group : 20 to 26 October 2013
• Where to Report : Participant has to report at Ahmedabad, before AM on reporting date.
• Fees : RS. 5500/- for YHAI members and RS. 5700/- for none YHAI members, which covers the stay in dormitory / Tent accommodation, simple veg. food, guidance, Jeep safari & forest entry fee. For the convenience of participant we are arranging vehicle Ahmedabad to Ahmedabad.
• Participant has to credit the fee in : SBI A/C No. 10355 465640, Youth Hostels Association of India, Gujarat State Branch, IFSC Code : SBIN0060288, Sardarnagar Branch, BHACNAGAR.
• Programme Schedule & route :
• Day 1 : Dep. from Ahmedabad by Bus 360 Km & 8 Hr.. (Night stay at Sasan Gir)
• Day 2: Jungal Trail Trek & Somnath Temple Darshan.
• Day 3: Sasan Gir Jeep safari in lion forest and Devalia GIZ visit.
• Day 4: Dep. for Junagadh by bus (60Km), Local Sight seeing and short trek.
• Day 5: Trek to Mt. Girnar forest
• Day 6: Tough Trek of Seven Peaks of Mount Girnar.
• Day 7 :Dep. for Ahmedabad 300Km (8Hrs). Group break at ahmedabad.
• Things to Bring : Light woolen cloth, plate, spoon, mug, water bottle, trekking shoes, torch, personnel medicine, toilet kit, slipper, three pair of cloth. We will give Cap as souvenir.
• Cancellation : Notice before 15 Days 50% fee refund, less than that NO refund.
• Postal Address : Sanjoy Salot, The Secretary, YHAI Bhavnagar Unit, Takhteshwar Plot No. 22-B/4Near Home School PTC Collage, BHAVNAGAR - 364001 Gujarat. E mail : yhaibvn@gmail.com
• Warning : Carrying of non biodegradable material in Gujarat is an offense. Smoking, use of alcohol and narcotics of any description are strictly prohibited during programme.
• Contact for more information:Rajesh Modi : 09426718200, Anant Parmar : 09428728797, Sanjay Salot - 09427250126, Dr. Tejas Doshi - 09426454100, Amarshi Dharajia - 09426450410
• For more information kindly contact your UNIT or State Council and Executive members.

• Himalayan Trekking Expedition 2013 Sandakphu-Gurdum
• We are pleased to inform you that like previous years YHAI, W.B. State Branch are organizing National Himalayan Trekking Expedition – May 2013(Summer) to Sandakphu - Gurdum in Darjeeling region in Eastern Himalayas. Darjeeling is unique in its versatility, for the tourists & trekkers, fresh from the sights of other lands, not only as a delightful surprise but as a variable relief from the hot & sultry weather from plains. The weather at this time of the year is Darjeeling best. Cool Languid days with hardly a cloud in a sky of clear and uninterrupted blue, nearby slopes, a luxuriant green in the blue hills shimmering across the valley and the mighty Kanchenjunga range stands as a majestic background towering over everything.
• Sandakphu, the world famous trekking paradise, from where you can enjoy the clear views of Himalayan Giants Like Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lothse, Nuptse, Makalu, Janu, Pandim, Chomol hori and many more up to Arunachal Pradesh.
• SCHEDULE
• Day 1: Reporting at Base Camp, Darjeeling (2134 Mt.).
• Day 2: Acclimatization and Orientation.
• Day 3: Transfer to Dhotrey by Jeep. Trek to Tumling (2900 Mt.) 7 km.
• Day 4 : Trek to Kalipokhri (3108 Mt.) 13 km.
• Day 5 : Trek to Sandakphu (3636 Mt.) 6 km.
• Day 6 : Trek to Gurdum (2910 Mt.) 14 km.
• Day 7 : Trek to Rimbik (2286 Mt.) via Sirikhola, 13 km.
• Day 8 : Transfer by Jeep to Darjeeling Base Camp (54 km.) Lunch, Valedictory Ceremony and check out. Total Round Trekking Route - 53 km. (approx.) Programme & Route Schedule are subject to change without prior notice.
• DATES : You may choose to report at the Base Camp on any day from 12th May, 2013 to 19th May. 2013 Each group consists of 40 heads only.
• REPORTING : All participants will report after 15:00 Hrs at base camp on the reporting date, allotted to them.
• PARTICIPATION FEES : Participation fees – Rs. 4000/- per head. Which will cover stay in pacca built accommodation, simple nutritious veg. food, govt. registered guide, Insurance, Forest entry fees per person, not cameras. However, you will bear the to and for travel expenses from your home town and Base Camp, Darjeeling.
• AGE OF PARTICIPANTS : Participation in this programme is open to all youth Hostellers above 14 years of age. This condition will be strictly adhered.
• HOW TO APPLY : Members desire to join this programme may apply on prescribed Registration Form, supported by Medical Certificate. Make a Demand Draft in favour of : "Youth Hostels Association of India" payable at Kolkata. Or Deposit cash directly into our Axis Bank Account through online fund transfer from your Net Banking Account or visit your nearest Axis Bank Branch with the following details : Name of the Account : Youth Hostels Association of India, Kolkata,Account No : 910010010343332, Name of Bank & Branch : Axis Bank, India House,69 Ganesh Ch. Avenue,Kolkata-700013, IFSC Code:UTIB0000836, (used for RTGS and NEFT transactions) MICR Code: 700211047, While depositing cash to any Axis Bank branch please ask Bank official to incorporate your name in Youth Hostel's Account for e.g. by Cash / Mr.Ms..................................................
• Now Fill up the Registration Form & Medical Form and send it to our YHAI National Office address mentioned below along with two (2) copies of passport size photo & Demand Draft / Original Cash Deposit Receipt as the case may be on or before 30th April, 2013.
• HOW TO REACH BASE CAMP AT DARJEELING : The Base Camp is at Hotel Broadway Annex, 47,Dr. Zakir Hussain Road, Jalapahar, Darjeeling. Darjeeling is easily accessible from any part of India by Air, Rail or Road, The Railway Station is NewJalpaiguri and the Airport at Bagdogra being the links to the outside world.From there avail Bus/Jeep/Taxi services to reach Darjeeling (90 km.) in 3.5 hrs. or to make the uphill Journey by the world famous and now UNESCO World heritage Darjeeling Himalayan Railways in 7 hrs. (Toy Train). From Darjeeling Railway station 15/20 mts. uphill walk to Jalapahar Youth Hostel (Hotel Broadway Annexe), crossing BSNL tower & DGP Banglow
• THINGS TO BRING ALONG WITH YOU : Rucksack, Cotton Shirt and Pants, Woolen Jersey and Wind-cheater, Inner Garments, Two pair thick woolen socks and two pair cotton socks, Trekking shoe and chappal, Woolen gloves and Monkey cap, Light Rain Coat, Sun cap, Towel, Sun Glass, Torch, Water Bottle and water purifier, Plate, Mug and Spoon, Packed Lunch Box, Needle and thread with spare Buttons, Toilet papers, Vaseline, Soap, Pen and Note Book, Medicine which you normally use at home. 

DESERT TREKKING EXPEDITION (RAJ.)- 2013.

DESERT TREKKING EXPEDITION (RAJ.)- 2013.
Date : 25 Dec, 2013 To 31 Dec, 2013 .
Organised by : Youth Hostels Association of India, Rajasthan State Branch
On a popular demand from our members, Youth Hostels Association of India, Rajasthan State Branch is organizing the Desert Trekking Expedition, 2013 in the Jaisalmer region of the Great That Desert of Rajasthan. The expedition will commence on 25th Dec'2013. The last group of participants will report on 31st Dec 2013.
Reporting place & Date : You may report at Border Home Guards Ground (Base Camp), Opp. Hotel Heritage, Sam Road, Jaisalmer. On any date from 25 Dec, 2013 To 31 Dec, 2013 .
Duration : 5 Nights/ 6 Days
AGE : Minimum age to participate in this expedition is 10years. The age restriction will be strictly followed.
FEES : Rs.3000/- per head.DD in favor of "YHAI, RAJASTHAN STATE BRANCH", Payable at Jaisalmer, which will cover the stay, simple nutritious vegetarian food, transportation, guidance, equipment & insurance. You will however have to bear to & fro travel expenses from your home town to reporting camp at Ranakpur Rajasthan. Special Rajasthani Dishes at Dinner & with YHAI Logo Cap.  You can deposit fees in our Bank account : Name of the Bank: Name of the Bank: Punjab National Bank Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Name of the Account: Youth hostels Association of India, Rajasthan State Branch.IFSC Code: PUNB0390500.Account Number: 3905000100129185.
WHAT TO BRING : Rucksack, cotton shirts, cotton pants, woolen jersey, woolen muffler, or monkey cap, hunter shoes, torch with spare batteries, water bottle, lunch box, mug/ glass, plate, spoon, water purifying tablets, pen-knife, needle, thread, spare buttons, goggles, cold cream or Vaseline, soap, toilet paper, towel, medicines which you normally use.
SCHEDULE
Day 01 : Reporting at Base Camp
Day 02 : Visit city after lunchTransfer by Bus to Khabha - 35 KM
Day 03 : Trek to Sam Sand dunes -14KM
Day 04 : Camel Safari up to Beeda Fanta - 10KM Then trek to Sudasari - 05 KM
Day 05 : Trek to Barana - 12 KM
Day 06 : Transfer by Bus to Base Camp, Jaisalmer - 40Km Group breaks after Lunch.
Where to Report : Base camp for the programme is established in the Border Home Guards Ground, Jaisalmer, 2 Km from Bus Stand & 4 Km from Railway Station
For further information, please contact : Sh. Ratan Singh Bhati, State Hon. SecretaryYouth Hostels Association of IndiaRajasthan State Branch YHAI. Silawata Para, Shiv Road, Jaisalmer- 345 001, RajasthanR. S. Bhati: 09414760314, 09680513279Dhanpat: 09784253484Ghanshyam: 09414291003N. D. Prajapati: 09414760201Fax: 02992-250709Email: raj_yhai@rediffmail.com, rajasthan.yhai@facebook.com. Website : www.yhaindia.org, www.yhairajasthan.blogspot.com

NATIONAL FAMILY DESERT ADVENTURE CAMPING JAISALMER (RAJ.)- 2013

• NATIONAL FAMILY DESERT ADVENTURE CAMPING JAISALMER (RAJ.)- 2013
• Youth Hostels Association of India has been organizing adventure activity programmes for the last 40 years.Thousand of youth from all the parts of the country have participate and enjoyed these well-run and economical trekking adventures. This year's YHAI Rajsthan State Branch are organizing NATIONAL FAMILY DESERT ADVENTURE CAMPING JAISALMER (RAJ.)- 2013 in the Jaisalmer region of the great Thar Desert of Rajsthan.
• Organised by : YHAI, Rajsthan State Branch.
• Who you can participate: A Family consists of husband, wife and two children up to the age of 12 years. Participation is open to the families of the following categories of YHAI members in order of preference. A single person does not constitute a family and shall not be registered for this camp, parent of very small children should arrange for their bottle feed.
• Fees : Rs. 4100 for the entire family of 2 + 2 i.e. Husband + wife and Two children up to age 12. for additional child or above aged child just pay Rs.1000=00 extra. Payment of fees by DD, to YHAI Rajasthan State Branch, payable at Jaisalmer.You can deposit fees in our bank account. Bank Name: Punjab National Bank Jaisalmer, Rajasthan , Name of account: Youth Hostels Association of India, Rajasthan State Branch, IFSC Code: PUNB0390500, Account Number: 3905000100129185.
• Reporting Dates : 1st Prog. - Dipawali Vacation for Three group. 1st Group : 6th Nov.2013 and last Group: 16th Nov.2013. AND 2nd Prog. New Year Time - 1st Group : 20th Dec.2013 and last Group: 16th Nov.2013.
• Duration :The duration of the camp for each family is 4 nights and 5 days. Reporting before lunch on 1st day and departure after breakfast on 5th day.
• Where to Report : Base camp for the programme is established in the Border Home Guards Ground, Jaisalmer, 2 Km from Bus Stand & 4 Km from Railway Station
• Accommodation : One tent shall be given to each family. Mattresses and blankets shall be provided. Family should bring their own bed sheets
• Food : Morning tea ,breakfast ,packed lunch, evening tea(in the camp),dinner and after dinner tea/coffee shall be provided .Simple vegetarian, good quality nutritious food shall be served at the camp, please bring your own plates, mugs, spoons, Tiffin box for packed lunch etc.
• Note : Special Rajasthani dishes in Dinner. Example : Dal Bati, Churma, Bajara Roti, Ker Sangari, Sweet Panchdhari, Bason Burffi.
• Schedule: During the stay at the camp, Family may visit Glden Fort, Jain Temple, Royal Palce, Badal Vilas, Salim Sing Haveli, Nathumal Haveli, Gadisar Lake, Patwa Haveli, Amar Sagar, Cenotaps of Royal Family(5km), Ludarva Jain Temple(6Km), Heritage village Kuldhara(16km), Khabha(35km), Sam & Khuri Sand Dunes(45km), Akal wood foosil park(16km), Bhadari Temple & Lib(75km), Pokharan fort & Haveli(110km), Ramdevra Baba Ramdev Temple (110km) & great Tonot Boerde Temple (120km). All sight-seeing shall be at your cost. Our volunteers may help you in planning your programme.
• For further information, please contact : Sh. Ratan Singh Bhati, State Hon. SecretaryYouth Hostels Association of IndiaRajasthan State Branch YHAI. Silawata Para, Shiv Road, Jaisalmer- 345 001, RajasthanR. S. Bhati: 09414760314, 09680513279Dhanpat: 09784253484Ghanshyam: 09414291003N. D. Prajapati: 09414760201Fax: 02992-250709Email: raj_yhai@rediffmail.com, rajasthan.yhai@facebook.com. Website : www.yhaindia.org, www.yhairajasthan.blogspot.com

NATIONAL ARAVALLI RANAKPUR KUMBHALGARH TREKKING EXPEDITION 2013

• NATIONAL ARAVALLI RANAKPUR KUMBHALGARH TREKKING EXPEDITION 2013 

Youth Hostels Association of India, Rajasthan State Branch is organizing Aravalli Ranakpur Kumbhalgarh Trekking Expedition 2013 for the sixth time in the historical World Famous Ranakpur Jain Temples & famous range of Aravalli Hills. These hills are up to 3500ft. high above the sea level. Rajasthan, better known as a desert area has a surprise in the form of Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary situated amidst the sylvan charms & the winding valleys attracting the trekkers. Alluring flora & fauna are the special characteristics here. The place is bejeweled with verdurous forest & resounding valleys. It is a great exploring place for the trekkers. Kumbhalgarh is the birth place of Maharana Pratap. Kumbhalgarh fort wall is the second largest wall in the world. Its length is 36km and width is 36ft. Rajasthan is synonymous with bravery, sacrifice and austerity. The infinite variety of its historical settings, its varied flora & fauna, the history of its people & the variety of its ethnic communities & their rich heritage of ancient traditions & lifestyles make it a trekking wonderland that is just to be discovered. 

REPORTING PLACE & DATES : Report at Shaktimata Temple (Base Camp) near Shilpi Tourist Bungalow, Ranakpur (Pali), Rajasthan on any date from 6th Nov. to 10th Nov. 2013.

AGE : Minimum age to participate in this expedition is 10years. The age restriction will be strictly followed.

FEES : Rs.2800/- per head.DD in favor of "YHAI, RAJASTHAN STATE BRANCH", Payable at Jaisalmer, which will cover the stay, simple nutritious vegetarian food, transportation, guidance, equipment & insurance. You will however have to bear to & fro travel expenses from your home town to reporting camp at Ranakpur Rajasthan. Special Rajasthani Dishes at Dinner & with YHAI Logo Cap.

You can deposit fees in our Bank account : Name of the Bank: Name of the Bank: Punjab National Bank Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Name of the Account: Youth hostels Association of India, Rajasthan State Branch.IFSC Code: PUNB0390500.Account Number: 3905000100129185.

SCHEDULE

Day 1 Reporting at Base Camp & Orientation

Day 2 Trek to Phutadeval (11km)- 7hr

Day 3 Trek to Kumbhalgarh via Aarth Village (14km) – 7hr

Day 4 Trek to Kumbhalgarh Fort & Thandiberi (13km) – 6hr.

Day 5 Trek to Muchhala Mahavir Temple (2 ½ km), 1 hr. Return by bus to Base Camp Ranakpur. Group breaks after Lunch.

HOW TO REACH : By train: Ranakpur base camp is situated just 35km away from Falna railway station. Falna is well connected to Delhi, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Jaipur & Jodhpur by various trains.

By Road : It is in between Udaipur & Jodhpur on the state highway no. 32. 90km away from Udaipur, 165km from Jodhpur, 145km away from Mt. Abu.

By Air : Maharana Pratap Air Port (Dabok) at Udaipur is about 105 km. Other important tourist attractions: Mt. Abu, Jodhpur, Haldighati, Udaipur, Nathdwara & Chittorgarh.

HOW TO APPLY : Members desirous of joining this program may apply on a prescribed Registration Form duly supported by a Medical Certificate which is available from Units/ State Branches and National Office.

WHAT TO BRING : Rucksack, cotton shirts, cotton pants, woolen jersey, woolen muffler, or monkey cap, hunter shoes, torch with spare batteries, water bottle, lunch box, mug/ glass, plate, spoon, water purifying tablets, pen-knife, needle, thread, spare buttons, goggles, cold cream or Vaseline, soap, toilet paper, towel, medicines which you normally use.

For further information, please contact : Sh. Ratan Singh Bhati, State Hon. SecretaryYouth Hostels Association of IndiaRajasthan State Branch YHAI. Silawata Para, Shiv Road, Jaisalmer- 345 001, RajasthanR. S. Bhati: 09414760314, 09680513279Dhanpat: 09784253484Ghanshyam: 09414291003N. D. Prajapati: 09414760201Fax: 02992-250709Email: raj_yhai@rediffmail.com, rajasthan.yhai@facebook.com. Website : www.yhaindia.org, www.yhairajasthan.blogspot.com

FAMILY ADVENTURE CAMPING ARAVALLI RANAKPUR KUMBHALGARH (RAJ.)-2013

• FAMILY ADVENTURE CAMPING ARAVALLI RANAKPUR KUMBHALGARH (RAJ.)-2013
• Youth Hostels Association of India, Rajasthan State Branch is organizing FAMILY ADVENTURE CAMPING ARAVALLI RANAKPUR KUMBHALGARH-2013 at the historical World Famous Ranakpur Jain Temple, Kumbhalgarh Fort & famous range of Aravalli Hills. These hills are up to 3500ft. high above the sea level.
• Rajasthan, better known as a desert area has a surprise in the form of Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary situated amidst the sylvan carms & the winding valleys attracting the nature lovers. Alluring flora & fauna are the special characteristics here. The place is bejeweled with verdurous forest & resounding valleys. It is a great exploring place for the nature lovers. Kumbhalgarh is the birth place of Maharana Pratap. Kumbhalgarh fort wall is the second largest wall in the world. Its length is 36km and width is 36ft. 
• REPORTING DATES : The arrangement has been made to accommodate 20 families at the base camp on following dates: Prog. Deepawali Time : 1st Group 6th Nov. 2013 , 2nd Group 10th Nov. 2013 
• FEES : Rs.3400/- per Family consisting of Husband wife & two children up to the age of 12 yr. (Children above age of 12 year or extra member stay will be subjected to availability of accommodation and charge of Rs.800/- per extra member.)
• Duration of the camp for each family is 3 nights and 4 day, farewell after breakfast on the 4th day.
• SCHEDULE
• Day 1 Reporting, Visit Ranakpur Jain & Sun Temples after Lunch. Teerthankar trail trekking & adventure point.
• Day 2 Visit to Haldighati, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Light & sound show
• Day 3 Visit Ranakpur Dam & Muchhala Mahavir.
• Day 4 Farewell after breakfast
• NOTE : All site seeing shall be at your own cost. Our volunteers will help you in planning your program.
• WHO CAN PARTICIPATE : A family consisting of Husband wife & two children up to the age of 12 yr. Fee includes, tented accommodation, vegetarian food & gift memento. Participants will bear to & fro travel expenses from their home to the base camp & all site seeing shall be at your own cost.
• Payment of fees by DD, to YHAI Rajasthan State Branch, payable at Jaisalmer.You can deposit fees in our bank account. Bank Name: Punjab National Bank Jaisalmer, Rajasthan , Name of account: Youth Hostels Association of India, Rajasthan State Branch, IFSC Code: PUNB0390500, Account Number: 3905000100129185.
• WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING ALONG : Woolen jersey & muffler, cotton clothes, sun cap, water bottle, lunch box, mug/ glass, plate, spoon, soap, toilet paper, towel, medicines that you normally use, camera and batteries, film rolls optional.
• HOW TO PARTICIPATE : The members desirous of joining the programme may apply on a prescribed Registration Form. Form should be sent along with draft of participation fee & with child birth proof. Each family shall report at the base camp on the allotted reporting date, extra member stay will be subjected to availability of accommodation and charge of Rs.800/- per extra member.
• HOW TO REACH THE BASE CAMP : By Train: Ranakpur Base Camp is situated just 35km away from Falna Railway Station. Falna is well connected to Delhi, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Jaipur & Jodhpur by various trains. By Road : It is in between Udaipur & Jodhpur on the State Highway No.32, 90km away from Udaipur, 165km from Jodhpur, 145km from Mt. Abu.
• ACCOMMODATION : One tent at the base camp shall be given to each family. Ground sheet, blankets, bed sheet & pillow shall be provided.
• FOOD : Morning tea, breakfast, lunch/ packed lunch, evening tea & dinner shall be provided. Simple vegetarian, good quality nutritious food shall be served at the camp. Please bring your own plates, mugs, spoons, tiffin box for packed lunch.
• NOTE : Special Rajasthani dishes in dinner (Dal Bati, Churma, Bajra Roti, Ker Sangri, Besan Gatta Sabzi, Methi Mirch Sabzi, Sweet Punchdhari)
• For further information, please contact : Sh. Ratan Singh Bhati, State Hon. SecretaryYouth Hostels Association of IndiaRajasthan State Branch YHAI. Silawata Para, Shiv Road, Jaisalmer- 345 001, RajasthanR. S. Bhati: 09414760314, 09680513279Dhanpat: 09784253484Ghanshyam: 09414291003N. D. Prajapati: 09414760201Fax: 02992-250709Email: raj_yhai@rediffmail.com, rajasthan.yhai@facebook.com. Website : www.yhaindia.org, www.yhairajasthan.blogspot.com

• GOA MONSOON TREKKING EXPEDITION  : One Batch on 21st August 2013
• All these waterfalls are inside the forested Mhadei wildlife sanctuary of Sattari in North Goa. Goa‘s Western Ghats are the repository of the biological wealth. The rich biodiversity of the area provides exciting and enthralling experiences to all the adventurers and nature lovers. The Moshacho Ozar; is in Hivre of Thane Dongurli village Panchayat. During monsoon, one can get panoramic view of the Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary
• The Charavane waterfall provides breathtaking view of the lush green forest along with the gushing flow of the river.
• Fees :- Rs.2200/- per participant for Members and Rs 2300/- for Non-members. The fees will cover accommodation, tasty Goan food, expert guidance, and equipment. Participants will bear to and fro travel expenses from their home to the Youth Hostel, Panaji. Payment of fees by Demand Draft / At par payable Cheques only, in favour of "YOUTH HOSTEL ASSOCIATION OF INDIA – PANAJI UNIT" payable at Panaji, Goa.
• Dates :- There will be only one batch. Reporting will be any time after lunch on 21st August, 2013. Duration of trek will be 6 days and 5 nights.
• How to participate :- The strength of group shall be 80. Members desirous of joining the programme may apply on a prescribed Registration Form. Photocopies of the forms are acceptable. The minimum age for participation is 10. Form should be sent along with draft/Cheque of participation fee directly to YHAI- Goa State Branch, C/o Joshi Wines, Opp Old Secretariat, Panaji, Goa-403001.
• How to reach the Base Camp : The base camp is located at Youth Hostel, Near Hotel Marriot, Campal, Panaji Goa. The nearest railway stations are Thivim (25Kms), Karmali (12 km) and Margao (33km.). State bus service is available. Direct bus service is also available from Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore & Mangalore. Direct trains are available from Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and major cities of India.
• For further information and participation please contact : YOUTH HOSTELS ASSOCIATION OF INDIA, GOA STATE BRANCH , C/o Joshi Wines, Opp. Old Secretariat, Panaji, Goa - 403 001.
  Manoj Joshi -Tel.: (0832) 2223290 (M) 09822125868. Rohidas - 09422445673 . email: mjoshiyhai@gmail.com

• VALLEY OF FLOWERS HIMALAYAN TREKKING EXPEDITION - 2013
• Date : From 10-08-2013 to 24-08-2013.
• Organised by : YHAI. U.P. STATE BRANCH, 15/243 Civil Lines, KANPUR - 208001.
• A Trekking Expedition at Valley of Flowers , Hemkunt Sahib, Shri Badrinath & Vashudhara Falls in Garhwal Himalaya : After successfully completion of nine years Valley of Flowers trekking expedition, YHAI U.P. State Branch gives you another opportunity to explore the Valley of Flowers and enjoy the mist of Vasudhara Falls in Garhwal Himalaya.
• Base Camp : Rishikesh (Uttarakhand)
• Dates : The first group will report at base camp on 10th AUGUST, 2013. Participants can join on any date thereafter till 24th August 2013.
• Duration : Duration of trek will be 10 Days & 9 Night.Each day a group of 27 participant will report at base Camp RISHIKESH. You can report any of the day after getting your seat confirmed.
• Age : Age to participate in this expedition is between 18-65 years, and the age restriction will be strictly adhered to.
• Fees :- Rs.6200/- per participant (YHAI membership compulsory) Deposit your participant fees by cash/cheque in any branch of INDIAN OVERSEASE BANK,RISHIKESH at your place in S.B. A/c No. 145801000013579 in favour of Y.H.A.I. U.P. State Branch and attached the original deposited receipt with your application form. If payment of fees made by Demand Draft only should be in favour of YHAI , UP State Branch, payable at Rishikesh. The fees will cover stay in covered accommodation, simple nutritious vegetarian meals, expert guidance, equipment and insurance. Participants will bear to and fro travel expenses from their home to the base camp.. For booking please contact Mr.Vijay B Jaiswal mobile no.09412547051, 09415242432, 09415042307
• CAMPS : Base Camp Rishikesh (Uttarakhand): Situated on the banks of Holy River Ganges and is connected by rail/bus from all important cities of country.
• What you should bring :- Rucksack (if you have one) Cotton shirts, Cotton pants, Sun cap, Hunter shoes, 2 pairs of Cotton socks, Torch, Water bottle, Lunch box, enameled or steel mug or Tumbler, Plate, Spoon, Pen-knife, Needle, Thread, Goggles, Cold Cream or Vaseline, soap, toilet paper, towel, medicines (which you normally use at home) Camera optional. Rucksack is also available at base camp Rishikesh for sale.
• PROGRAMME SCHEDULE & ROUTE : From 10.08.2013 to 24.08.2013.
• DAY 1 : Report at base camp Rishikesh before 4.00PM.
• DAY 2 : Rishikesh to Joshimath 275 Km by Bus ( Full Day)
• DAY 3 : Orientation walk and Visit to Auli/Tapovan (own expenses)
• DAY 4 : Joshimath to Govindghat by bus and to Ghangaria by trek 13 Km.
• DAY 5 : Ghangaria to Valley of Flowers and back 4 + 4 km trek.
• DAY 6 : Ghangaria to Hemkunt and back 5 + 5 km trek.
• DAY 7 : Ghangaria to Govindghat 13km trek and to Badrinath Bus journey of 25 km.
• DAY 8 : Badrinath to Vasudhara Falls and back 8 + 8 KM trek.
• DAY 9 : Badrinath to Rishikesh 300km full day Bus journey.
• DAY10 : Check out after breakfast
• For further information and participation please contact : YHAI, UP STATE BRANCH, 15/243 Civil Lines, KANPUR - 208001. Mobile : 09412547051, 09335474076, 09415042307. email: yhaiupsb@gmail.com.

YHAI BHARUCH UNIT : YEAR 1983-84

YHAI KEEP ROHTANG PASS CLEAN - 2013

YHAI KEEP ROHTANG PASS CLEAN - 2013 

• PROJECT : Rohtang Pass (el. 13,051 ft (3,978 m) 51 KM from Manali, is a high mountain pass that connects the Kullu Valley with the Lahaul and Spiti valleys of Himachal Pradesh, India. We had organized our first Trekking Programme in Manali area of Himachal Pradesh in 1970. Since then, we had never looked back and have been organizing programmes in Kullu-Manali regularly. During all these years, we have seen Rohtang Pass getting dirtier and polluted as thousands of tourists visit Rohtang Pass every day in the tourist season. They use their own cars, taxis and other vehicles to go to this Pass to enjoy snow and allied sports. Due to our long association with this region, we feel concerned about the deteriorating environment and pollution at such an important pass. During last four years, we have successfully completed the Keep Rohtang Pass Clean programme wherein our volunteers gave their services which was highly appreciated by the tourists and local administration.
• Once again as part of the strategy to continue the programme it was decided to organize this year also during the month of MAY 2013. This year we have thought little differently. We have plan to sensitize the youth of the valley i.e students of schools and colleges through awareness programmes by organizing different type of competitions among them on the topic of Environment viz, drawing, spot painting, essay writing, debate etc.
• WHO CAN PARTICIPATE : Volunteers for each group shall consist of YHAI members from different states in order of preference: Camp leaders, Co Directors, Field Directors, Participants of National/ State level High altitude Expedition. The application should be forwarded by the respective State Branches.
• CRITERIA FOR SELECTION : Preferred age group – 20 Years to 50 Years , The Volunteer should be in excellent physical and medical fitness duly certified by a Registered Doctor., The volunteers must have taste for adventure and willingness to serve as volunteer in rough and tough terrain., The volunteers should be able to withhold the stress and strain in such high altitude at Rohtang Pass which has a height of 13051 feet for a long duration of 7 days. Right of selection of volunteers is reserved with Youth Hostels Association of India, New Delhi
• REPORTING DATES : The Volunteers have to report at the base camp Seobagh on the first day of the each batch in which they have selected or have been nominated:
• Reporting Date Check Out Date : 1st Batch 15th May 2013 to 22nd May 2013,2nd Batch 19th May 2013 to 26th May 2013,3rd Batch 23rd May 2013 to 30th May 2013,4th Batch 27th May 2013 to 3rd June 2013, 5th Batch 31st May 2013 to 7th June 2013.Registration of the volunteers to be made as per aforesaid criteria through YHAI State Branches; each group shall consist of 10 to 12 volunteers from different states.
• DURATION : The Programme begins on 15th May 2013, with Youth Hostel Seobagh as Base Camp. Volunteers have to report at the base camp as per their selection as confirmed by the YHAI. The duration of the camp for each group of volunteers is 7 Days and 7 Nights and departure after breakfast on 8thday.
• WHERE TO REPORT : Youth Hostel Seobagh is 3 kms from Kullu on the left bank of river Beas near Jairu Mineral Water Plant. It is linked by road via RAM SILA orchards and terraced fields and commands a panoramic view of surrounding mountains. Regular bus services are available for Kullu from Delhi, Chandigarh & Punjab, Nearest Railway Station is Chandigarh (310 kms) & Nearest Airport is Bhuntar (11 kms).WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING : Woolen jackets, Woolen & cotton cloths, walking shoes, raincoats, hand gloves, woolen muffler or monkey caps, bed sheet, sun glass, woolen socks, torch with spare batteries, lunch box, water bottle, steel mugs, plate, spoon, cold cream, toilet paper, cold cream/Vaseline/Anti-sunburn cream, medicine which you normally use at home.
• SCHEDULE
• DAY 1 : Report at Base Camp Youth Hostel Seobagh (Kullu)
• DAY 2 : Acclimatization & Orientation
• DAY 3 : Shifting of volunteers to Marhi (3320 mtr)
• DAY 4 to DAY 7 : MARHI to ROHTANG PASS and back
• DAY 8: Group breaks after breakfast from Seobagh
• No participation fees. Volunteers have to bear only the traveling expenses to and fro Seobagh to their respective hometown. Volunteers shall be awarded with Certificate for their Volunteer work ON COMPLETION.
• What YHAI will provide: 1. Accommodation in tents with blankets and sleeping bags. 2. Simple nutritious Vegetarian food. 3. To and fro transport for Marhi / Rohtang Pass. 4. Jacket on returnable basis,
• RISK FACTORS : This is a high altitude adventure oriented voluntary work at 13,050 ft high Rohtang Pass for four to five hours daily for six days which can lead to: • High altitude sickness leading to Pulmonary Oedema, Exhaustion due to stress and strain, Any unforeseen event ,YHAI will provide adequate assistance in the above circumstances but cannot be held YHAI responsible for any risks mentioned or not mentioned above. Volunteer desirous of joining this voluntary work may apply on a prescribed Registration form (appended) duly supported by a Medical certificate through state branch.
• LAST DATE FOR APPLICATION IS ON/ BEFORE 10 May, 2013.
• For any query, please contact National Office, Delhi on telephone Nos.011-45999000, 45999007 , info@yhaindia.org or Shri Padmanabh Dave, Project Coordinator at his Number: 09437061774.email : pndave@yahoo.com