| National Himalayan Mountain Biking Expedition-Jalori Pass:2007 |
(Reporting Dates: 24th April, 28th April, 2nd May, 6th May, 10th May, 14th May, 18th May, 22nd May, 26th May and 30th May)
Participants can report on any date between above mentioned reporting dates subject to availability of seats. |
|
Youth Hostels Associations Of India is organising National Himalayan Trekking Expeditions for the last 37 years in various parts of Himalaya. Now we wish to do the diversification in our adventure activity. Therefore we are organising National Himalayan Mountain Biking Expedition from Kullu to Jalori Pass and back in Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh.
Himachal has been referred to as the land of Gods and Goddesses and snow clad mountains. Perennial streams flow here with Crystal clean water. Its beautiful valleys present extensive forests and picturesque meadows dotted with a variety of flora and fauna, which beckon the young adventure lovers to come and experience the serene and calm atmosphere of all pervading nature
|
| Overview:
|
| The route of Mountain Biking is of scenic beauty and cultural diversity. It has vast tracts of meadows and pastures lying across beautiful mountains. The first day of this route will be Biking on National Highway up to village Aut. This route has small ups and downs and along the Beas river. The next day onwards route is very beautiful and enjoyable up to Jalori Pass. Jalori Pass located at a height of 8000ft provides an awesome and breathtaking view of some most beautiful snow clad mountain peaks. It is famous for its dense forest with a variety of botanical species of thick and colorful foliage emanating enchanting fragrance, compelling passerby to view and appreciate the raw natural beauty. This forest is also provided with the beauty of colorful birds and wilderness of wild life. You may also meet simple Himachali folk who are proud of their land, culture and heritage. |
| Purpose: |
| The purpose of the programme is to expose the YHAI members to a grater adventure and to rough out the rigors of plodding with a sense of love for nature and outdoor recreational activity aiming at promoting adventure in tandem with national integration. |
| Dates: |
| The expedition is organised for a limited number of participants only. There are only 10 batches of 20 participants each reporting at base camp on 24th April, 28th April, 2nd May, 6th May, 10th May, 14th May, 18th May, 22nd May, 26th May and 30th May. You can choose any date mentioned above to report at the base camp. |
| Schedule: |
| Day 1 |
Reporting at Base Camp - Youth Hostel Seobaugh. |
| Day 2 |
Acclimatization and Orientation |
| Day 3 |
Biking to Youth Hostel Aut - 32 km. |
| Day 4 |
Biking to Youth Hostel Banjar - 22 km. |
| Day 5 |
Biking to Youth Hostel Jibhi - 10 km. |
| Day 6 |
Biking to Youth Hostel Jalori Pass - 10 km. |
| Day 7 |
Nature Trail at Jalori Pass. |
| Day 8 |
Biking to Youth Hostel Aut - 42 km. |
| Day 9 |
Biking to Base Camp - Youth Hostel Seobaugh - 32 km. |
| Day 10 |
Group breaks after Breakfast. |
|
| Age: |
| The minimum age for joining the expedition is 18 years. This condition will be adhered to strictly. |
| Fees: |
| Rs. 1450/- per head will cover use of bicycle for the expedition, stay in tented accommodation, simple nutritious vegetarian meals, other equipments, guidance, forest entry fee and insurance. Participants will bear to and fro travel expenses from their home to base camp. |
| Personal Requirements: |
| Personal items to be brought by you - Rucksack (if you have one), cotton shirts, cotton pants, woolen jersey or jacket, woolen muffler or monkey cap, sun cap, light rain coat, shoes, socks, 1 pair of woolen socks, hand gloves, torch with spare batteries, water bottle, lunch box, enameled or steel mug or tumbler, plate, spoon, water purifying tablets, pen, knife, needle, tread, spare buttons, goggles, cold cream or Vaseline, soap, toilet paper, towel, medicines which you normally use at home, camera and film rolls (optional). |
| Safety: |
Extensive and painstaking preparations have gone into the planning of mountain biking route for your safety. Our field staff and experienced camp leaders have been visiting the area to check all details. While every care has been taken to ensure safety, the Youth Hostels Association of India cannot be held responsible for any accident, illness and such other unforeseen eventualities.
Smoking, use of alcohols and narcotics of any description are strictly prohibited during the course of the programme.
Deviation from the set route of the programme is not permitted. If Participants desire to join any other activity they may do so at their own responsibility and risk only after finishing the trek and checking out.
|
| Notice: |
| Programme Schedule and Route are subject to change without prior Notice. |
| Certificates: |
| Participants, who successfully complete the biking expedition and abide by the discipline of the programme, will be awarded certificates. |
| Special Casual Leave: |
| No Special Casual Leave applicable for mountain biking expedition. |
| How To Reach: |
| Regular bus services are available for Kullu from Delhi, Chandigarh and other parts of Punjab. From Kullu bus stand Seobaugh Base Camp is 3 kms on the left bank of Beas river. It is linked by road via Ramsila bridge and Lugarbhati. |
| How to Apply: |
Members desirous of joining this programme may apply on a prescribed Registration Form duly supported by a Medical Certificate, which is available free of cost from Units/State Branches and National Office. It can also be downloaded from our website. Available forms on this site are:
You can print these forms and send dully filled forms on the address given below in this page along with Demand Draft of Participation Fee drawn in favour of "National Secretary, Y.H.A. of India" and payable at Delhi.
|
| Cancellations: |
| In case you are unable to join the trek after paying the participation fee, you will get a refund of Rs.725/- provided your request is received directly in the National Office at least 7 days in advance from the date of your reporting. No refund will, however, be admissible if such notice is short of 7 days. |
| Photographic Competition: |
| After the completion of each biking expedition, photographic competition is held for which attractive cash prizes and certificates are awarded. You may also send your entries in the form of colour slides or colour prints on the following subjects : Scenic beauty, camping, biking and Nature - Birds, Flowers, Wildlife. The size of the prints should be 8"X10". Please give brief details of the location of the subjects and also your name, address and group number on the reverse of the photograph. YHAI has the right to retain/use even the entries which are not selected for awards. Last date for submitting entries is 31st July 2006. |
| Your Attention |
| Please note that this is an
environment friendly trek. Do not litter any wrappers or spoil the trail in any
way. In case you find any wrapper, plastic bag or any thing left by trekkers on
the way, please carry the same with you for deposit at the base camp. We will
be selecting and appointing two environ-leaders per group. If you have an
inclination and an eye for environment protection, we will be glad to receive
your particulars along with your registration form. |
| IMPORT OF ANY BIO NON DEGRADABLE MATERIAL IN
HIMACHAL PRADESH IS AN OFFENCE |
WARNING:
 Burning of wood during camp fire is strictly prohibited.
Smoking, use of alcohols and narcotics of any description are strictly prohibited during the course
of the programme.
|
(For further information please
write with self-addressed stamped envelope to)
National Secretary, Youth Hostels Association of India
5, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri,
New Delhi - 110 021
Tel.: 26110250 Fax: 011- 26113469
Email: trekking@yhaindia.org
Website : www.yhaindia.org
|