Great Hyderabad Adventure Club - GHAC

 
 
 

Outdoor, Adventure & Nature Summer Camp

Duration: 5 Days & 4 nights

​Dates: 31 May - 4 June 2023

Age: 8 to 15 years (Boys and Girls).

Location: Campsite, Manneguda, near Vikarabad - 60 Kms from Hyderabad

Idea behind the Summer Camp
Develop Self Reliance, independence, Courage, Spirit of Adventure in the participants.

Guiding Principles
Outdoors, Adventure and camping Experiences comprise of challenging experiences, both physical and emotional, which lead to new awareness, sensitivity and understanding in the students.

In an outdoor camp, learners set out to explore the unknown as a team and in the process rediscover and re-connect with self and the world around developing Intrapersonal, interpersonal, ekistic and ecosystemic relationships.

​Objectives of the Camp

• To generate a sense of belongingness and interconnectedness amongst children and nature.
• To rekindle the child-nature bond and zeal towards outdoor and natural surroundings.
• To propel their learning, observing, listening, and feeling skills.
• To take up outdoor and adventure challenges in a safe and encouraging enviroment.
• To inculcate the spirit of adventure.

Life-skills:
Focus: - Self Reliance, Self-Control, Perspective-Taking, Effective Communication- Listening , Making Connections, Creative Thinking, Taking on Challenges, Self-Directed - Engaged Learning, Resilience and adaptability, Environmental protection, Health and Hygiene.

Value Education:
Time management, Self-Care, Empathy, Courage, Collaboration, Friendship, Integrity, Trust, Independence and Interdependence.

Learning Methodologies:
Experiential Education
Nature Based Learning
Place based learning
Challenge Based Learning

Summer Camp Activities:
Activities will include Nature and Adventure based Learning, Experiential Learning actvities, Bushcraft and Cultural Activities.

The following activities and Topics will be covered.
• Knots and Lashing
• Tent Pitching and Trenching
• Outdoor Skills - Fire, water, Shelter, Food
• Star Gazing
• Bird Wathcing
• Observation of Flora & Fauna
• Rock Climbing and Rappelling
• Valley Crossing
• Hut Building
• Outdoor Cooking
• Map Reading and Navigation
• Treasure Hunt
• Cooperative Games
• Wilderness Survival Activities.

Stay: - Clean Camping tents with Hygienic Toilets and Bathrooms.

Food: Locally sourced food and freshly cooked at the camp kitchen and served in a buffet style. Mineral Water for drinking and cooking.

Camp Outcomes:
The Outdoor Summer Camp gives children the opportunity to connect with the natural world and learn all the outdoor skills they have been missing all these days.

The Children will learn practical outdoor and life skills turning them into confident, creative and self-reliant individuals.

Camp Fee
Regular Price Rs 21840/- inclusive of 12% GST.

Online Registration: https://camps.outlife.in

For Queries Call :[masked] or Email [masked]

 
 
 

🎉 Celebrating 15 Years of Adventure with GHAC- Great Hyderabad Adventure Club! 🌍🏞️

Get More Out of Life with GHAC!

#celebrating Adventure #celebrating Hyderabad

Join us as we commemorate an incredible milestone - 15 years of thrilling adventures, unforgettable memories, and lifelong friendships. GHAC is proud to have organized over 3,000 extraordinary events, uniting more than 3,00,000 adventure enthusiasts in our pursuit of exploration and self-discovery.

Since our inception, GHAC has been at the forefront of creating remarkable experiences in the great outdoors. From conquering majestic peaks to traversing breathtaking landscapes, from trekking through dense forests to bouldering on challenging terrains, we have always embraced the spirit of adventure and pushed boundaries together.

At GHAC, we believe in getting more out of life. Our passion for adventure is matched only by our commitment to safety. With highly experienced and trained leaders, well-equipped teams, and meticulous planning, we ensure that every adventure is carried out with utmost care and precaution.

But it's not just about the adrenaline rush or the conquest of nature's wonders. GHAC is about fostering a vibrant community of like-minded individuals who share a love for exploration, camaraderie, and personal growth. Over the years, we have witnessed countless bonds formed, stories shared, and dreams realized. Together, we have created a support network that extends beyond the adventures themselves.

Whether you are a seasoned adventurer seeking your next conquest or someone taking their first steps into the world of outdoor exploration, GHAC welcomes you with open arms. Our events cater to individuals of all experience levels, ensuring that everyone can participate and find their own version of the adventure.

Join us as we celebrate our 15th anniversary and look forward to the next chapter in our adventure-filled journey. Be a part of something extraordinary, forge new connections, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Agenda:

1. Welcome speech
2. Spot on! We will take you on a journey through GHAC's remarkable adventures
3. Panel Discussion by Experts
4. We Have You on Board - Sharing Members' Experiences
5. Experience the captivating highlights of GHAC through visuals
6. Get inspired by GHAC leaders as they share their experiences through visuals
7. Vote of Thanks

Dinner Follows

Visit our website meetup.com/great-hyderabad-adventure-club/ to learn more about GHAC, browse our upcoming events, and embark on your next thrilling escapade.

Adventure awaits! Get More Out of Life with GHAC!

For more details, reach out to:
Jayant: [masked]
Sravan: [masked]

 
 
 

Tipeshwar wildlife sanctuary is situated in the Pandarkawada district of the Yavatmal area which is an isolated national park in Maharashtra. This is bordering Adilabad District. It encloses an area of[masked] sq. km.
The Tipeshwar wildlife sanctuary found its name from the ‘Goddess Tipai’ that is situated near the Tipeshwar village in the sanctuary area.
Tentative Itinerary:
23rd June, Friday:
Start by Train to Adilabad at 8.40pm

24th June, Saturday
Reach Adilabad by 6.30am.
Move to Hotel in Tipeswar – checkin. Have breakfast and Rest.
Post Lunch Go for the 1st Safari at 2.30pm.
By 6.30pm we will be back to our hotel.
Have dinner and retire for the night.
25th June, 2023 Sunday
We will go for the 2nd safari from 6- 9.30am. By 10.30am we will be back to the hotel.
Post lunch, checkout of the hotel, go for safari.
Post safari is over move to Adilabad.
Have dinner and take the night train back to Hyderabad. Train Dep. 9.10pm.
26th May, Monday
Reach Secunderabad station by 5.40am.
Disperse.
Costing:
Rs. 13,000/- per person
Includes:

• Travel to Tippeshwar and back by Train/ local travel by AC Vehicle
• Stay in AC Rooms - Twin Sharing
• Food for 2 Days (Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Tea and Dinner)
• Cost of Entry Tickets for 3 Safaris & Guide Charges
• Open Gypsy safaris

Excludes:

• DSLR Camera Charges
• Aerated Drinks and personal expenditure

 
 
 

Trek Notes : Only for Ages 18+ and who are physically fit.

Where :Rajmachi-Maharashtra

Difficulty level : Medium,( People who are FIT can RSVP)

Duration : Friday evening to Monday morning

How to Join: RSVP, Join the waiting list, make the payment, once we receive your payment you will be moved into going list.
View from Fort top

At the base of the Mountain is the serene Tungarli Lake surrounded by waterfalls while Kondhavi Caves can be found on top of the fort. There is a beautiful temple of Kal-Bhairavi between the twin forts. The view from top of the Fort is panoramic comprising Ulhās River, Duke’s Nose,

Fort View in early morning.

Kondhavi Caves

Although there was an earth quake in the early 1900s many stupas, the front entrance and the floor of the caves were damaged. But what remains intact is the beautiful Chaitya that welcomes you to the rock cut caves that were created around 200 BC

Tentative Plan::
Friday: 22:30hrs: Train from Hyderabad to Lonavala
Saturday:

10:30hrs Reach Lonavala (Local transport to base Village TBD)

11:30 hrs Reach Base Village

12:00hrs Start trek to Rajmachi Fort

13:00hrs Reach the kondane caves and spend some time.

15.00hrs start from kondane caves.

21.00hrs Reach the udhevadi and retire for the night

Sunday:

06:00 hrs Wake-Up and get ready to witness the beauty of twin fortresses Shrivardhan Fort and Manaranjan Fort.

09:00 hrs get back to base and have breakfast

09:30hrs to 11:30hrs Trek through the most scenic Route -Ulhas valley and reach Lonavala.

16:00hrs Start from Lonavala to Hyderabad

Monday : Reach Hyderabad by morning

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Cost Breakup : 3000/- ( Tentative - Actual cost will be updated shortly)

Train Fair : 800/- (sleeper Class, Normal Reservation)

Local Logistics : 240/-

Food Expenses, Stay : 500

Misc : 100/-

Club Fund : 170/-

GST : 130/- (Payable to Govt.)

Org Expenses : 260/-

Cost :3000/- We will share per member event cost at the end of the meetup
GHAC REFUND RULES APPLY

http://www.meetup.com/great-hyderabad-adventure-club/pages/Club_Guidelines/

Food In trains+ water+any entry tickets if any excluded.

Payment Link: TBD

Gpay-

Things to bring: [ All are must ] and wrap everything in polythene so that they do not get wet..

1. A Rucksack / haversack, in other words a bag u can put all your stuff in and hang on your back, try to keep the bag less then 8 kgs with 3 lts water
2. wind cheater/sweater.
3. Trekking /sport shoes with extra pair of socks [Preferably shoes which cover till your ankle]
4. Torch / Flashlight /headlight (we might be doing night trek)
5. 1 track pants/ loose trousers - full length & full sleeve T Shirt and one pair of dry clothes.
6. Mosquito repellent.
7. Toiletries required.
   8)ORS/energy drinks and energy bars/chikki's.
   9)sun screen lotion and sun cap.
8. Sleeping bags or two blankets are must.
9. Photo Id (any valid card with your photograph and signature on it)
10. Signed Disclaimer form.

http://files.meetup.com/1166925/GHAC%20Disclaimer%202012.pdf

Few things in between are not planned and these things are must in an adventure trek.

Note: Most of us may not be serious trekkers but all of us have equal responsibility in protecting our beloved earth. GHAC earnestly requests all its members to be socially responsible whilst the treks and avoid any littering, shouting when in wild or causing anything that would disturb the normal ecology. Try to avoid plastics as much as possible, especially plastic smiles.

Important Instructions:

1. No smoking and no alcohol
2. No littering, no pollution of water
3. This is not a luxury trip, but all care has been taken to make your trip comfortable.
4. Ladies and gents accommodation is separate in tents.
5. Food will be mostly vegetarian
6. We carry Basic First Aid and if you need anything you can ask the organizers
7. If you feel unwell bring to the notice of the organizers immediately.
8. If you can't swim don't go deep into the water

Important : Answers all the questions otherwise your RSVP will not be considered

NOTE: Event Hosts have all the rights to add or remove any member and do necessary changes in route, activity, time, duration depending on the situations and climate conditions. ORGANIZER'S DECISION IS FINAL (ITS ALL ABOUT SAFETY, PLEASE CO-OPERATE)

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Do leave a message on the meetup page and we will reply back.

Contact
Maddiee - (Whatsapp if call is not answered)