Gopeng 2017Gopeng 2017

Introduction Meeting

October 5th 2016

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The objectives of the trip are as follows: ¨ To encourage a spirit of exploration.¨ To build personal confidence and independence.¨ To work as part of a team.¨ To rise to personal and physical challenges.¨ To develop and use personal organisation skills.

What? BIS compulsory residential programmeOutdoor & adventurous activities

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TX Trip Staff Mr James (Trip leader), Ms Kirstine, Mr Chau, Ms Duyen & Ms Phuong

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Earth Camp Website:http://www.nomadadventure.com

Where?

Earth Camp, Gopeng, Malaysia

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When?22nd May to 26th May 2017

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Earth Camp, Gopeng

2-3 hours NW of KLEarth Camp has accommodation and Facilities built largely from re-purposed materials…. - dormitories - greenhouses - bathrooms - cylindrical water tanks - furniture - recycled parts of the old climbing wall

Excellent waste water management and rain water harvesting

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SERIES 1

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SERIES 3

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A typical day…Wake up 7ish shower then breakfast.

Briefing & preparation for activity.Activity 1

Lunch at camp / activity siteBriefing & preparation for activity.

Activity 2Return to camp, wash / shower, ‘relax’

Dinner in campEvening Activities

Bed!!

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Activities…

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• Rafting & water safety• Caving• Hiking• ‘Mountain School’

All led by qualified instructors supported by TX staff!

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Our priority - Safety!

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CostApprox. 19,000,000vnd

Includes: international flights, full board accommodation, insurance, tour guide, all transport within Vietnam & Malaysia, activities & equipment, fully qualified activity instructors, tour guide, contingency fund.

40% deposit for the trip of VND 7,600,000 Friday 11th November to TX cashier

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Preparation… what can you do to help?

Fitness? Can your child walk for 2 hours carrying a small rucksack? …in the heat & humidity of the jungle?

EquipmentObviously children will grow!But… easier to get overseas?Kit list will be given out at end of Term 1. Anything else? Encourage involvement!!! Shared living (no pool, room service) No technology - a/c, phones, internet, etc..(non-negotiable)

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Thank you for listening. Any Questions? 

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