OUTWARD BOUND TRIPS Sri Kumaran Childrens Home, CBSE-MLS

Day adventure trip for class 3 Hiking & rope activity in Kootkalbetta on June 24th, Saturday

Destination brief: Kootkalbeta, about 55 km from Bangalore. Sited deep in the countryside near
Ramnagaram, this rocky hill is one of the many soaring hills of Ramanagaram. Kootkalbeta is crowned by
an ancient temple attached with a kalayani (temple pond). For naturalists, this is a region that
immediately needs to be protected from any disturbance as two highly threatened birds - the white
backed vulture and the yellow throated bulbuls are found here.

Tentative schedule [subject to activity, weather & traffic conditions]: Doddakallasandra SKCA
campus: Departure time is 7:30 AM. Arrival around 5:30 PM.

Tariff: Rs.870 per head. Includes non-ac bus, vegetarian meals and activity as mentioned and facilitation
charges. Use online payment facility on edchemy.kumarans.org. Team size would be limited.

Essentials: Wear comfortable full cotton casual top, full cotton trouser and lightweight rubber soled
canvas/trekking shoes. Avoid school shoes. In a small backpack, carry packed breakfast, sunhat, water
bottle (with sling) and deep rimmed plate (strictly no paper plates) and rain wear (or extra set of clothes).
Do not carry any snacks. Vegetarian lunch, snacks and water for refill will be provided.

Important trip notes: *This is not a picnic. This is an adventure trip. * Do not expect class teachers
to accompany the trip all the time. * Parents are earnestly requested to read the circular carefully and
explain the same to the child. This will prepare the child for the adventure trip. On return from the trip,
encourage the child to talk and do give a patient listening to make the experience a complete learning
experience. * The difficulty level of this trip is very subjective. Weather conditions, physical condition,
possible health problems and other factors can have an important influence on the way you experience
the trip. * The intensity and the weather conditions during the activity may pose a significant challenge to
the over-weight and faint-hearted participants. * The ecology of the wilderness is very fragile. Be eco-
friendly. Plastics, noise and littering is strictly banned. * We advise participants to pack only curiosity and
leave expectations at home. * For team safety, please inform the organizers if participants have any
history of serious illness, injury or are on medication. * Allergy warning: Food may contain nuts, gluten,
dairy products and/or egg.* In event of poor weather, the trip will still take place. Check weather forecast
on www.accuweather.com. * To avoid traffic congestion, parents are requested to leave the premises
immediately after leaving the participant with the organizers * For any clarifications call Mr.Madhu on
080-41136271 on weekdays between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM only. Avoid Saturdays and Sundays and one
day before the trip.

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FAQs

WHAT ARE OUTWARD BOUND TRIPS?

This is Kumarans most exciting and happening activity. During weekends and vacations, students indulge in
variety of adventure sports like trekking, camping, cross country cycling, cave walking, fort exploration, rock
climbing, Himalayan trek, Himalayan safari, skiing, kayaking, wildlife camps etc. The club activities are open to
all the students of Kumarans. Participation is optional.

HOW SAFE IS AN ADVENTURE TRIP?

Any adventure sport has its own inherent risks. To limit risks, the adventure sports activities of SKCH are out
sourced to a professional outfit, Woody Adventures Inc. Most adventure programs wont take children into the
wilderness under age 10. Because of the maturity and experience of the organizers and carefully designed
program, Woody Adventures Inc starts outdoor activities at age 6. Physical and psychological safety is at
utmost priority. The activity matches an average childs physical and psychological needs. Neither the chosen
destination is new to the organizers nor are the organizers outsider to the participating children. In over fifteen
years, Woody Adventures Inc has organised more than 300 outings for Kumarans [CBSE, MLS] alone.

WHERE DO ADVENTURE TRIPS HAPPEN?

Except for snow, Karnataka state is blessed with all kinds of landforms apt for adventure. While day outings
and overnight outings are organised in and around Bangalore, three or four days outings are organised a little
away in the Western Ghats. The ultimate adventure is apparently the 1-week expedition when teams venture
out as far as Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Sikkim, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland.

HOW ARE THE ADVENTURE TRIPS PLANNED?

The trip dates are meticulously planned considering the academic schedule of tests, exams, school excursions
and holidays. Children are groomed to undertake adventure sports from class 1. The activity for class 1 is soft
and introductory. As the child progresses into higher classes the challenge level proportionally matches the
age. Adventure destinations keep changing every year.

HOW ARE THE TRIPS ORGANISED?

Adventure trip dates are intimated through Pupilpod, circulars and school diary. The circular contains all
relevant information. Private vehicles are hired. The catered food is simple, wholesome and vegetarian. Most of
the wilderness areas where the adventure activities happen have no basic amenities or infrastructure at all.

Do read:
http://www.livestrong.com/article/149821-what-are-the-benefits-of-adventure-sports/
http://www.active.com/outdoors/articles/adventure-therapy-how-you-can-benefit

NOTE TO PARENTS AND CHILDREN

Do not expect class teachers to accompany the trip all the time.
Parents are sincerely requested to read the circular carefully and explain the same to the child. This
will prepare the child for the adventure trip. On return from the trip, encourage the child to talk and
do give a patient listening to make the experience a complete learning experience.
The organizers will answer all queries in the allotted time mentioned in the circular.
Adventure sport is not everyones cup of tea. Some like some dont!
The intensity and the weather conditions during the activity may pose a significant challenge to the
over-weight and faint-hearted participants.
While reporting for the trip, parents should see that the childs name is listed. Thereafter, parents are
sincerely requested to leave immediately and not wait till the team leaves for the trip. This will
facilitate the organizers to take charge of the children.

THOUGH THIS FAQ IS INEXHAUSTIVE, YET WE FEEL IT IS IMPORTANT TO SHARE WITH THE FIRST
TIMERS.