NATIONAL FAMILY CAMPING KERALA BEACH- 2013

• NATIONAL FAMILY CAMPING KERALA BEACH- 2013 Varkala Base Camp - 17 Jan, 2013 - 25 Jan, 2013 : 4N / 5D (Fee:Rs.3800+Booking Amt:Rs.285)  Including food, accommodation, equipments, guidance & insuranceRs.4085/- per member
• Beaches: The long stretch of Keralas coastline of about 900 km with its string of many ports has played a decisive role in shaping the history of Kerala. Varkala : This town 51 Km. north of Trivandrum, is known for a beautiful beach and a Vishnu shrine dedicated to lord Janardhana. Varkala is a beautiful sea side resort with mineral water springs. The sea shore is called papanasam. The Sivagiri mutt is situated at an elevation, 3km east of the Janardhana temple. This was built in 1904 by the great reformist Sree Narayana Guru.
• Aim for organizing the program 1. Eco Friendly Family Camp 2. Keep Beach Clean 3. To develop beach and back water tourism
• Reporting date : Arrangement has been made to accommodate 25 families on each of the following dates 17th January 13 , 21st January 13 , 25th January 13
• Duration : The program begins on 17th January 2013 at the Varkala Base Camp. Family can report at the base camp on any of the above mentioned dates, after getting your seats confirmed. The duration of the camp for each family is 4 nights and 5 days. Reporting is on the 1st day and departure after breakfast on the 5th day. Extra stay is subjected to the availability of accommodation, on payment.
• Schedule : During the stay at the camp, campers may visit Varkala Beach, Sivagiri, Ponmudi Hill Station, Kovalam, Padmanabhapuram Palace Kanyakumari, Padmanabhaseami Temple and Trivandrum City. All sightseeing shall be at your own cost. Our volunteers may help you in planning your program.
• Who can Participate 1) Any YHAI member can participate on first come first serve bases 2) A family consists of husband, wife and two children up to the age of 12years. Copy of Birth certificate for the children between age 10 to 12 years must be attached with application forms or must be submitted at the time of reporting at the Base Camp 3) A single person does not constitute a family and shall not be registered for the camp. Parent of very small children should arrange for their bottle feed.
• Participation Fee : Participation fee is Rs.3800/- for a family consisting of husband, wife and two children up to the age of 12 years. Note : YHAI Trekking expeditions are not subsidized by any government aid or any donors.

YHAI Gujarat State Zarwani Junaraj Trek

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YHAI Gujarat State 3Day 2 Night Zarwani & Junaraj Trek

• YOUTH HOSTELS ASSOCIATIONS OF INDIA - GUJARAT STATE BRANCH 
• YHAI Gujarat State 3Day 2 Night Zarwani & Junaraj Trek
• Date : 23rd, 24th & 25th Nov. 2012 ( Friday-Saturday & Sunday)

Dear Youth Hosteller, 

• Organised by : YHAI GUJARAT STATE BRANCH 
• Participant : All YHAI UNIT from Gujarat State (Maximum Two participant from each YHAI Gujarat State Unit will be sponsored by YHAI Gujarat State Branch for this programme )  
• Age Limit : Minimum 10 year.  
• Programme Conducted by : YHAI Bharuch Unit : Naresh Chauhan / Dr. Yusuf Doctor / Rajiv Tibdewal.
• Date : 23rd, 24th and 25th Nov. 2012. Friday - Saturday & Sunday 
• Fee : Rs. 1200/- from Bharuch to Bharuch with all transportation. Rs. 900/- without transportation from base camp to base camp : Zarwani Eco Camp site.  
• Duration : 3 day 2 night.  
• Reporting : At Bharuch on 23rd Nov.2012 after 7.30 PM ( Dinner will be served at 8.30 PM) or at Zarwani Campsite on 24th Nov.2012 at 9.30 AM. for participant who wish to do direct reporting. Shedule : 
• Day .1 Friday : 23rd Nov.2012 : Repoerting at Bharuch from 7.00 PM to 9.00 PM , Dinner will be served to all reported participant up to 8.300 PM. 
• Day . 2 Sat, 24th Nov.2012 : Dep. from Bharuch Railway station at 6.00 AM sharp and arr. at Shoolpaneshwar Temple for Tea & Breakfast. Trek of 7 KM up tom Zarwni water fall ( Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctury) and evening visit to another Water fall at Limda Falia. Night stay at ZARWNI ECO Tourism site. Dinner and Camp fire
• Day. 3 Sunday, 25th Nov.2012 : Dep. from Zarwani and arr. at Karjan Dam site. A trek of 11 Km for JUNARAJ village , Lunch and dep. by Boat journey of 1 hr., Light refreshment and back to Bharuch city at 7.00 PM. group break at Bharuch. 
• Fee include : All internal transport by Bus and Tempo, Veg. food , Boat jopurney, forest entry fee, Guide fee etc.
• Contact : YHAI GUJARAT STATE BRANCH : 
• Chairman: Rashmikant Chhipa-9825649005,  
• President : Mehul shah-9825092400, 
• VicePresident: Yashpalsinh Zala-9825178402,
• VicePresident:Laxman Rabari-9426715718,
• VicePresident:Naresh Chauhan-9898097664,
• Hon. Secretary:Rajesh Modi-9426718200, 
• Treasurer:MU Zaveri :9428074865
• Write to " yhaibharuch@gmail.com

YHAI Orissa Sea Beach Trekking

• YHAI Orissa Sea Beach Trekking Program Duration : 18 Dec 2012 to 31 Dec 2012
• The long coastal belt of Odisha offers some of the finest white sand beaches in the world. Virginal and unspoilt, it is not surprising that they are becoming a regular haunt for avid beach combers and sea worshippers. Trekkers can enjoy the beauty of the coastal region in a trekking programme devised for the area between Puri and Satapada that covers interesting terrain, Sand dunes, aqueous swamps and dense casuarinas forests add variety and a piquant novelty to the trek. The surrounding countryside is rich with flora and fauna and the sighting of black-buck or the giant sea turtles or the playful Irrawaddy Dolphins cavorting in the Chilika Lake give the entire experience a delightful fillip.
• Participation Fee : The participation fee has been fixed at Rs. 2,800/-per YHAI Member (Non member Rs. 2,950/-). This will cover your stay, Simple Nutritious vegetarian food, guidance, insurance and equipment. Participants will bear the travel expenses to Base camp and back to their homes.
• Program Route and Schedule: Day 01: Report at Base camp Puri., Day 02: Acclimatization & Orientation. Day 03: Trek to Bali Harachandi, 12 kms. - 4hours. Day 04: Trek to Arkhakuda, 14 kms. - 5 hours. Day 05: Boating to Rambhartia and Trek to Rajhansa- 7 km (2 hrs.) again boating to Satapada (Chilika Lake) Day 06: Satapada to base camp by Bus- 50 km. Day 07: Option 1: Breakfast & Disburse (Participants may plan their return journey after 4 PM on Day 6) Option 2: Participant can Visit to Konark- Sun Temple, Dhauli ? Budha Stup, Khandagiri- Udayagiri Caves, Nandan Kanana Zoo & Bhubaneswar at extra cost. (One day trip)
• Participants only above 12 years of age and having sound health can only participate
• You may choose to report at Base Camp Puri on any dates from 18th Dec. to 31st December 2012.
• About Chilika : It is the largest brackish water lagoon in Asia with estuarine character and a welcoming wintering ground for millions of migratory avifauna. About 52 number of rivers and rivulets drain into the Lake. It has a mouth linked with sea on the eastern side. The area of the lagoon varies between 1165 and 906 Sq. km. during mansoon and summer respectively. Based on its highly productive ecosystem, rich biodiversity and socio-economic importance, Chilka was designated a Ramsar site in 1981, under the Convention of Wetland of International Importance. It has rare, threatened and endangered species, including the limbless skink and Irrawaddy Dolphin.
• How to Reach the Base-Camp: The base camp will be at Youth Hostel, PURI. It is a famous pilgrimage place, otherwise known as Lord Jagannath Dham. It is well connected by Trains and Road from every part of India. Nearest Airport is at BHUBANESWAR, 60km. from PURI. What you should bring : Rucksack (if you have one), Cotton Shirts, Pants/ Jeans, Hunter Shoes, Light Jacket/Sweeter, Two pair of cotton socks, Sun cap, Sun glasses, Mug, Plate, Spoon, Torch, Cold Cream or Vaseline, Adhesive Plaster, Lunch Box, Water Bottle, Soap, Toilet Paper, Towel, Medicines you use normally and minimum of other personal effects.
• How to Apply : Members desiring to join this programme may apply on a prescribed Registration form duly supported by a Medical Certificate, Along with DD of requisite amount in favor of SECRETARY, YOUTH HOSTELS ASSOCIATION OF INDIA, and ODISHA STATE BRANCH payable at ANGUL. This can also be down loaded from www.yhaindia.org. You can also apply ONLINE.
• For Further details please contact: Youth Hostels Association of India Odisha State Branch, Amalapada, Gandhi Marg, Angul-759122 . Orissa Mobile: 09437061774, 09937890166 .

• YHAI MALAD UNIT : National Trek - Trek Sahyadri : 2012 : Winter Trekking Expedition (Thirteenth Year)
• Since year 2000 YHAI Malad Unit are organizing Trek Sahyadri : Lonaval Khandla region
• Every year YHAI Malad Unit have made changes as to the taste of participants and suggestion given by them
• Every year YHAI Malad Unit have received participation from all over the country.
• The efforts taken by YHAI Malad unit volunteers are very well appreciated by participants
• Date : 18th Nov. 2012,Sunday to 22nd Nov. 2012
• Organised by : YHAI- MAHARASHTRA STATE BRANCH - MALAD UNIT (27-MAH-053 )
• REPORTING PLACE : Khurvandi VILLAGE 5 Km from LONAVALA.
• DURATION OF TREK : 6 DAYS,REPORTING TIME : 06.30 am ? MUMBAI (Pick up point), 9.00 to 9.30 am ? LONAVALA Railway Station (West)
• PARTICIPATION FEES : Rs. 2900/- Per Head (Rupees Two thousand Nine hundred only)
• ROUTE OF TREK: Ekvira Temple, Karle caves, Bhaje caves, Fort Lohagad, Dudhari Pass,? Powna Lake, Dukes nose ,Lonavala city, Khandala, Fort Rajmachi, Kondana caves-Kondivade, Karjat
• ACCOMODATION : Simple accommodation /Houses of Villagers at higher camps
• FOOD : Simple Nutritious Vegetarian Food ,PARTICIPANTS : 40 Persons per Batch ,
• TOTAL BATCHES : 1 batche.
• AGE GROUP : Minimum 11 years old ,
• CLIMATE : Temp. Max. : 250 Celsius, Temp. Min. : 100 Celsius
• ROUTE DETAIL OF TREK : 1st Day :Powna :Reporting at Khurvandi Base camp (Lanavala) between 09.00 to 09.30 am. Participants reporting at Mumbai will be taken to base camp by private bus. Others can report directly at base camp. Railway station Lonavala is on Mumbai-Pune route. 2nd Day: Malavali camp 8 KM, 3rd Day : Jumbivali 9 KM, 4th Day : Rajamachi Camp 15 KM ,5th Day : Rajamachi Darshan, 6th Day : Konivade 11 KM
• For details on Membership & Registration please be in touch with us on: Email:yhai@yhaimalad.org ,YHAI Maharastra stata Branch : 022 24126004. Mr. Vasant : 9892115188, MS. Sonia : 9920162612 

YHAI KEEP KERALA BEACHES CLEAN

• KEEP KERALA BEACHES CLEAN
• PROJECT : During all last few years, we have seen Kerala Beaches getting dirtier and polluted as thousands of tourists visit Kerala Beaches every day in the tourist season..They use their own cars, taxis and other vehicles to go to the beaches to enjoy sea, surfs 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. You are, therefore, requested to send application of volunteers as early as possible for this very special drive and thereby contribute to noble cause of keeping environment clean.
• 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 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 conditions feet for a long duration of 5 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 on the first day of the each batch they have selected or have been nominated:
• 1st Group report at Trivandrum on 18/10/2012
• 2nd Group report at Ernakulam on 22/10/2012
• 3rd Group report at Tirur on 24/10/2012
• Registration of the volunteers to be made as per aforesaid criteria through YHAI State Branches; each group shall consist of volunteer from different states. Final Selection will be made by the National Office.
• DURATION : The Programme begins on 18th Oct 2012, at Kovalam Beach. 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 5 Days and Nights and departure after breakfast on 6th day.
• WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING : Cotton cloths, walking shoes, raincoats, hand gloves, bed sheet, sun glass, torch with spare batteries, lunch box, water bottle, steel mugs, plate, spoon, cold cream, toilet paper, Vaseline/Anti-sunburn cream, medicine which you normally use at home.
• No participation fees. Volunteers have to bear only the traveling expenses to and fro concerned beach 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.
• RISK FACTORS: Exhaustion due to stress and strain, Any unforeseen event
• YHAI will provide adequate assistance in the above circumstances but cannot be held 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.
• For any query, please contact National Office, Delhi on telephone Nos.011-26110250, 26871969 or Shri Janardhan Shine, Project Coordinator at his Number: 09447061522.
• We expect early response from your Side...........

YHAI Winter Trek

• YHAI Kodaikanal - Munnar Winter Trekking Expedition - 2012
• Date : 23rd December 2012 to 5th January 2013.
• YOUTH HOSTELS ASSOCIATION OF INDIA, Tamilnadu State Branch is organising the Winter Trekking Expedition in the beautiful region of Kodaikanal - Munnar from 23rd December 2012 to 5th January 2013.
• Eight Groups : Each Group Seven Days Trek : (23rd Dec.2012 to 05th Jan. 2013) First Group will report on 23-12-12 and Fifth group will report on 30-12-12.
• Camp Duration: 6 nights & 7 days
• PARTICIPATION FEES: Member Rs.4100, Non-Member Rs.4200, The fee includes simple vegetarian food, accommodation, supervision, expert guidance and equipment for 7 Days & 6 Night.
• HOW TO PARTICIPATE : Those who are interested to participate should send their bio-data along with a Bank Draft for Rs.4,000 / Rs.4,100 favouring YHAI, Tamil Nadu State Branch latest by 15th Dec. 2009 and mail it to Youth Hostels Association of India, Tamil Nadu State Branch, 2-D, Viswas Flats, Pillaiyar Koil Street, Nesapakkam, West K.K. Nagar, Chennai - 600 078. For participants below the age of 15, a consent letter from their parents is essential.

•  NILGIRI HILLS TREKKING EXPEDITION - 2012 (OOTY) : NEW ROUTE
• Once again, We welcome you to trek in the enchanting Nilgiris with us. The purpose of this programme is to offer the youth new trekking region in the Nilgiris and providing a healthy outdoor activityduring the week end.
• Six Groups - Each Group Six Days Trek
• Date : 14th Oct. to 24th Oct. 2011
• First group will report on 14.10.2011
• Last group will report on 19.10.2011
• PARTICIPATION : Participation in the programme is open to all educational Institutions, Individuals and recognized units of YHAI,Participants have to bear all travel expenses from their place to the base camp and back.
• PARITICIPATION FEES : Rs.3900/- MEMBER, NON-MEMBER:Rs.4000/- The fee includes simple vegitarian food,accommodation,supervision expert guidance and equipment for 6 days.
• HOW TO PARTICIPATE :Those who are interested to participate should send their bio-data along with a Bank draft for Rs.3500/- favouring YHAI, Tamil Nadu State Branch and mail to youth Hostels Association of India,Tamil Nadu state Branch,2-D Viswas Flats,Pillaiyar Koil street,Nesapakkam,West K.K.Nagar, Chennai - 600 078.
• REPORTING: All participants will report at 2.30 p.m on the reporting date allotted to them at OOTY Youth Hostel.
• HOW TO REACH BASE CAMP : OOTY Youth Hostel, Solomon house, Missionary Hills, Conoor road, ( Behind RTO Office) OOTY - 643 002.Nearest bus stop is charing cross.
• For Further Details Contact : YOUTH HOSTELS ASSOCIATION OF INDIA - TAMIL NADU STATE BRANCH, 2-D, Viswas Flats,Pillaiyar Koil Street, Nesapakkam,West K.K.Nagar,Chennai - 600 078. Phone : 044-2489 0976, Telefax : 044-2489 0976, E-mail : yhaitn@yahoo.co.in

• Family Adventure Camping Dalhousie -2012 : 
• Organised  by : YHAI Gujarat State Branch
• Date : 19th Nov. 2012 to 23 Nov.2012 (5 Day & 4 Night) 1 Batch only.
• YHAI - Gujarat State Branch is organising State level Family Adventure Camping in the Dalhousie region of western Himalaya for last few years. On a popular demand from our Gujarat State YHAI members, we are ones again organising this Family camping for the benifit of our members who are not in a position to participate in the trekking but would like to be the part of adventure along with families and friends.
• Who can Participate : A family consists of husband, wife and two children upto the age of 12 years. A single person does not constitute a family and shall not be registered for this camp.
• Participation Fee : Participation Fee Rs. 3400/- for a family consists of husband, wife and two children, Rs. 2600/- for Husband & wife only & (Rs.850/- will be charged for more than two children or other adult members.)
• Reporting Date : Arrangement has been made to accommodate 25 famillies on following dates : (i) 19th Nov. 2012 - Only One Batch (5 Day & 4 Night )
• Duration : The duration of the camp for each family is 5 Day & 4 Night. Reporting before lunch on 1st day and departure after breakfast on 5th day. All sight-seeing shall be at your own cost. Our volunteers may help you in planning your programme.
• Where To Report : Youth Hostel - Dalhousie. (Himachal Pradesh) :
• Facilities : Beds - 92, Hygenic, homely food at nominal tariff,Running Hot/Cold water Leaders Room,STD/ISD Ground for Games, Laundry, Trekking Programme, Internet, Rappelling / River Crossing,Music system for evening get together, Package Programme ,T.V. in Lounge Mobile Charging.
• Dormitory accommodation is provided with neat and clean toilets.. Safe and homely stay. Youth Hostels Dalhousie is Non-Smoking, Non-Alcoholic/ Non-Drug areas. Climate of Dalhousie: Mid Sept. to November Autumn Max 20°C to Min 12°C
• HOW TO REACH : Distance from Pathankot : 80 Kms (2:30 hrs. by road),Direct bus(HRTC) from Delhi, Trains Delhi-Jammu route station Pathankot/ Chakki Bank, Dalhousie to Pathankot 80 km.,Dalhousie to Shimla 336 km.,Dalhousie to Manali 360 km.,Dalhousie to Amritsar 191 km.,Dalhousie to Jammu 190 km., Dalhousie to Dharamshala - via Lahru 127 km.
• Food : Morning tea, breakfast, lunch / packed lunch, evening tea and Dinner shall be provided. Simple vegetarian, good quality nutritious food shall be served at the hostel.
• For any other information & registration of the Gujarat state Family Adventure Camping Dalhousie- 2010 : Please contact YHAI Gujarat State council member or all YHAI Unit of Gujarat state. or mail to yhaibharuch@gmail.com, call to +919898097664.

The Mountain Kingdom of Bhutan

YHAI Winter Trek and Camp

Himalayan Trekking Expedition : SANDAKPHU - GURDUM - DARJEELING - Nov - Dec 2012
Himalayan Trekking Expedition : 19 Nov- 3 Dec 2012 : SANDAKPHU - GURDUM - DARJEELING
Organised by: YHAI - WEST BENGAL ,Under the patronage: Dept. of Sport & Youth Service - Govt. of West Bengal
DATES : You may choose to report at the Base Camp on any day from 19th November, 2012 to 3rd Decenber. 2012 . You must report the Base Camp 2:00 pm onward (after lunch), Each group consists of 40 heads only.
HOW TO APPLY : Members desirous of joining this programme may apply on prescribed Registration Form (download), supported by Medical Certificate (download). Make a Demand Draft in favour of "Secretary, Youth Hostels Association of India, West Bengal State Branch" 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, West Bengal State Branch, Account No : 910010010343332 ,Branch : Ganesh Chandra Avenue, Kolkata. IFSC Code: UTIB0000836 (used for RTGS and NEFT transactions) MICR Code: 700211047.


National Trekking Expedition : GOA -2012
Date : FROM 15TH DEC '12 TO 31ST DEC '12
A TREKKING EXPEDITION ON GOAN BEACHES AND WESTERN GHATS
The participants will enjoy a splendid panorama of hills, sandy beaches, refreshing waterfalls, beautiful landscapes, breath taking groves of palm tress, sun kissed waterways, Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary and Dudhsagar falls. The hilly trek of Western Ghats provides trekking trails as steep and difficult as the Himalayan climbs. The trekking route will therefore, offer the same thrills and excitement as in any mountain with some additional attractions like bus ride, and rail journey in the western ghats
Fees :- Rs.2800/- per participant (YHAI membership compulsory) The fees will cover stay in tented 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. Payment of fees by Demand Draft only in favour of "NATIONAL TREKKING EXPEDITION - GOA" payable at Panaji, Goa.
Dates :- The first group will report at base camp on 15th December 2012. Participants can join on any date thereafter till 31st December 2012.
Duration : of trek will be 9 days.
How to participate :- The strength of group shall normally be 50. Members desirous of joining the programme may apply on a prescribed Registration Form duly supported by a Medical Certificate, which is attached with the form. Form should be sent along with draft of participation fee.



YHAI National Goa Biking Expedition : from 12th Dec.2012 to 5th Jan. 2013
The biking trail travels from the Arabian Sea coast to Netravali village in the magnificent Sahyadri Western Ghats, which are recognized as the top 10 biodiversity spots of the world. The journey moves across the forests and the ecologically devastated mining belt in Sanguem, to the splendid Dudhsagar Waterfalls. The voyage winds its way from the Bondla wildlife sanctuary to the calm and peaceful banks along the River Mandovi. It also visits the UNESCO World Heritage site of Old Goa. Thus the trail encompasses the entire range of all what Goa has to offer historically and naturally. From the coastline to the midlands to the mountain ranges is a huge experience of a varied land, a rich heritage and an interesting diversity of people who are proud of their land, culture and tradition.
Dates : The arrangement has been made to accommodate 20 bikers per group on following dates : 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30 Dec-12, 1, 3 and 5 Jan 2013. Duration of expedition will be 8 days.
How to participate : The Members desirous of joining the programme may apply on a prescribed Registration Form duly supported by a Medical Certificate, Which is attached with the form. Photocopies of the attached form are acceptable. The minimum age for participation is 15. Form should be sent along with draft of participation fee.
Fees : Rs.3000/- per participant (YHAI membership compulsory) The fees will cover stay simple nutritious vegetarian meals, expert guidance, equipment and insurance. Participants will bear to and fro travel expenses from their home to the base camp. Payment of fees by Demand Draft only in favor of "NATIONAL TREKKING EXPEDITION GOA" payable at Panaji, Goa.



YHAI GOA FAMILY ADVENTURE CAMPING : 2012.13
Dates: The arrangement has been made to accommodate 40 families at base camp on following dates 12 ,17, 22,27 Dec 2012 &1,6 Jan, 2013.
Duration of the camp for each family is 4 nights and 5 days
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. Each family shall report at the Base camp on the allotted reporting date. Extra Days stay will be subject to availability of accommodation and charge of Rs. 900/- per day.
How to reach Base Camp: - The base camp is located at Sports Authority Ground, Near Miramar Beach, 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.
Accommodation: - One tent at base camp shall be given to each family. Mattress, 2 pillow & blankets shall be provided
Food: - Morning tea, breakfast, lunch / packed lunch, evening tea and 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 pack lunch etc.
Fees:- Rs.3600/- per family consisting of husband, wife and 2 children upto age of 12 years (YHAI membership compulsory) The fees will cover stay in tented accommodation, nutritious vegetarian meals and a complimentary picnic organised for families. Participants will bear to and fro travel expenses from their home to the base camp. Payment of fees by Demand Draft only in favour of "NATIONAL TREKKING EXPEDITION GOA" payable at Panaji, Goa. The fees for organized tours are to be paid separately.


YHAI National Goa Sailing Expedition : 2012
The sailors will visit uninhabited islands that they can explore, see graceful dolphins and dynamic barracuda in their natural habitat, do snorkeling to see colourful fish, sea cucumbers, and the wonders of the sea bed, sail in the night and learn navigation by the stars and lighthouses, camp out on a remote beach that can be approached only by sea, do rock climbing and rappelling on a sea cliff, learn angling to catch fish, walk along Goa's longest beach, have a bath in the waters of a fresh water spring just meters away from the sea, explore the ramparts of an medieval sea fort, and learn the rudiments of sailing using just the power of the wind.
The participants will visit Grande Island, do snorkeling, sail by night to the spectacular Butterfly Beach, which can only be approached by the sea. Navigate by lighthouses and stars. Do rock climbing and rappelling on the seaside cliffs, angling, barbeque and campfire in the night. Watch rare sea birds bathe in the fresh water spring which is just meters from the sea.
Dates : -The reporting dates are 12,18,24,30 Dec 2012 and 5 Jan 2013.
Duration of Sail will be 6 days.
Fees :- Rs.4000/- per participant (YHAI membership compulsory) The fees will cover stay in tented accommodation, food, expert guidance, equipment and insurance. Payment of fees by Demand Draft only in favour of "NATIONAL TREKKING EXPEDITION GOA" payable at Panaji, Goa .