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1 COURSE REPORT O7 DAYS ADHOC ADVENTURE COURSE WOMEN & CHILD CARE SOCIETY, PULWAMA & HILL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOL, AISHMUQAM W.E.F 24 APR 2010 TO 30 APR 2010

2 GENERAL COURSE REPORT 02 COURSES, 07 DAYS EACH ADHOC ADVENTURE COURSE INSTITUTE: VENUE: REPORT ON: JAWAHAR INSTITUTE OF MOUNTAINEERING & WINTER SPORTS (JIM & WS) PAHALGAM PAHALGAM ADHOC ADVENTURE COURSE COURSE SERIAL NO: ADHOC ADVENTURE -155 & 156 DURATION OF COURSES: 24 APR 2010 TO 30 APR 2010 (7 DAYS EACH) GENERAL 1. Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering and winter Sports (JIM & WS) is a joint venture between Ministry of Defence, Government of India and Department of Tourism Govt. of J&K. Headquarter of the Institute is located at Nunwan, Pahalgam and sub centers at Bhaderwah (Doda), Sanasar (near Patnitop), Shey (Leh) and one adhoc sub centre at Gulmarg for skiing courses. Over last 28 years the Institute has excelled in different adventure activities like Mountaineering, Skiing, Paragliding, Rescue, water rafting, short term adhoc adventure courses and Mountain & Tourist Guide courses participants from Mohammadian Women & Child Care Society, Pulwama, & 25 students of Hill Way Public School, Aishmuqam, Pahalgam reported to JIM & WS, Pahalgam, on 24 Apr 2010 afternoon. The Scheduled training of these 50 students commenced the same day after serving tea and lunch. All the students completed the training with desired level of standard. Nominal roll of students is enclosed as Appendix A.

3 2 INTRODUCTION 3. Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering & Winter Sports, (JIM & WS) conducted jointly two Adhoc Adventure Course w.e.f 24 Apr 2010 to 30 Apr 2010, 07 days each sponsored by Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, New Delhi. GROUP PHOTOGRAPH 25 STUDENTS OF HILL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOL 25 PARTICIPANTS FROM WOMEN & CHILD CARE SOCIETY, PULWAMA AIM 4. To expose the youth to nature, kindling the spirit of adventure, development of personality, character, courage and confidence through adventure activities and sports as well as to boost adventure tourism in J & K State.

4 STANDARD TO BE ACHIEVED 3 5. The competence levels expected from students upon completion of the Adhoc Adventure Course are as follows:- (a) (b) (c) Adventurous attitude. High Standard of youth activities & techniques. Achieve harmony through Adventure Course OBJECTIVES 6. (a) Promote adventure activities in the state. (b) Impart training on technical aspects of adventure activities. (c) Hone Mountaineering skills of individuals. (d) Create environment awareness amongst youth. OPENING ADDRESS 7. Opening address was given by Capt. Rahul Mahajan, Medical Officer, JIM & WS making the students aware of the well known history of the esteemed Institute JIM & WS. Students were explained safety and security measures to be observed around Institute premises. They were also explained the discipline to be observed during training and the expectations of this Adventure Course. OPENING ADDRESS BY

5 CAPT RAHUL MAHAJAN, MEDICAL OFFICER, JIM & WS 4 8. A copy of training programme is enclosed as Appendix B. CONDUCT OF TRAINING 9. The students were trained in Acclimatization walk, Introduction to Mountaineering Equipment, Rope Knots, Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Base making, casualty evacuation, load packing, and treks to different picturesque and historical places around the area, tent pitching and Tyrolean Traverse. The students also got familiarized with Mountain Hazards, illness of Mountainous and high altitude area with its first aid and treatment. 10. Details of aspects covered during the training are enunciated in subsequent paras. ACCLIMATIZATION WALK / PHYSICAL EXERCISE 11. For acquiring physical fitness and mental robustness, initial period was utilized to achieve the same. Acclimatization marches of 1.5 to 3 kms around Pahalgam were conducted during first 2 days which was accompanied by mountain physical training. TECHNICAL TRAINING PHYSICAL EXERCISE 12. Training was provided in basic skills of rock craft, administration in mountain terrain & introduction and use of mountaineering equipment. Preparing backpack for

6 trek and walking in mountainous terrain. Details of rock craft and other adventure activities conducted are as follows: 5 (a) Rock Climbing & Rappelling: The students were exposed to various types of rock climbing and rappelling techniques. ROCK CLIMBING RAPPELLING (b) Tyrolean traverse & river crossing: Students were provided fundamental knowledge in the form of lecture cum demonstration on methods of negotiating fast flowing streams and nallas in mountainous areas and Tyrolean traverse followed by practicing it in groups. TYROLEAN TRAVERSE RIVER CROSSING

7 6 (c) Treks: Students were trained in trekking. They got familiarized with the equipment needed while going on long treks. They were taken beautiful places around the area, enroute they met and conversed with the Gujjars and children, interacting and exchanging culture which helped them to know the them better. TREK TO BAISERAN (d) Tent Pitching: Students were demonstrated the method of tent pitching and they practiced pitching family tents and dome tents which were used by themselves during stay around the training camp. They were made aware of use of these tentages during survival camps in the jungles.

8 TENT PITCHING CLASS IN PROGRESS TENT PITCHING PRACTICE 7 (e) Lectures/Presentations: The following aspects of adventure activities and related subjects were covered in great details in the form lectures and demonstrations. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) Introduction to Mountaineering Equipment Do s and Dont s of Mountaineering Environmental Awareness Mountain/snow hazards High altitude illnesses /cold injuries INSTRUCTORS DELIVERING LECTURES (f) Sports: Students were made to take interest to participate in games like volley ball, badminton, cricket. Through discussions with the instructors they also got familiarized with adventure sports like skiing, paragliding, water rafting and

9 8 Para jumping. Students showed keen desire to undergo training at the institute for the adventure sports in near future. STUDENTS ENJOYING GAME PERIOD ACCOMMODATION 13. The accommodation facility was made in Institute hostel complex at Pahalgam, with good lodging and dining facilities.

10 INSTITUTE BUILDINGS FOOD The participants were provided hygienic and palatable food during the training with additional energy supplements like fruits, dry fruits, toffees and sweets etc. PARTICIPANTS ENJOYING SUMPTUOUS FOOD EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING 15. Keeping in view the harsh conditions and cold and rainy weather of Pahalgam area the participants were provided with quality equipment and clothing gear of training purpose. CLOTHING ISSUED BY JIM & WS FIRST AID & MEDICAL COVER

11 16. Medical cover to participants was provided throughout the course by JIM & WS. One Nursing Assistant accompanied the students round the clock to provide First aid and other necessary medical aid. OBSERVATIONS (a) The participants showed marked interest in learning and adopting the skills of adventure. (b) The participants improved a lot in their physical as well as mental capabilities. (c) The boys showed keen interest in participating in other courses at JIM & WS. FEEDBACK 17. Photo copies of feedback by participants are attached as Appendix C, reflecting standards of training, accommodation and other facilities provided by the Institute during the camp. RECOMMENDATIONS 18. It is recommended that more adventure groups may be sanctioned to JIM & WS for other adventure activities like Basic, Advance Mountaineering, Mountain Adventure, Mountain rescue courses, Basic, Intermediate and Advance skiing courses. GRADUATION CEREMONY 19. The participants presented a colorful cultural programme after completion of scheduled training. Beautiful events like singing, Jokes and mimicry presented by the participants. The event was followed by the distribution of the course badges and certificates by Capt Rahul Mahajan, Medical Officer, JIM & WS.

12 CULTURAL PROGRAMME DISTRIBUTION OF BADGES AND CERTIFICATES CONCLUSION During the Adventure camp the training was imparted to make the participants confident of living in Mountainous terrain, adjust with difficulties faced during their stay away from home and to accept and adapt with cultures. Cultural exchange through adventure helped the participants in personality development and character building. They were also made aware of the environmental changes and its adverse effects in future. The performance of the participants validates the fact that desired standards of exposure and training in mountain techniques were achieved. Encls: As stated (Virinder Singh) Lt. Col Principal Copy to: 1. Hon,ble Chief Minister, Govt. of J & K, Civil Secretariat, Srinagar : for info. 2. Secretary JIM & WS, D (HMI), R.No. 114, B Block Ministry of Defence, New Delhi Secretary Tourism, Govt. of J&K, Civil Secretariat Srinagar 4. Mr Sailesh, IAS, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi-1 5. Indian Mountaineering Foundation, 6 Benito Juarez Road, New Delhi Director, Department of Tourism, Govt. of India,C 1 Hutment, Dalhousie Road.New Delhi Principal, Hill Way, Public School, Aishmuqam, Pahalgam J&K 8. Mohammadian Women & Child Care Society, Pulwam-J&K 9. Institute Library.

13 LIST OF PARTICIPANTS Appendix A S.No Name Address Age Sex Remarks 1 Zahid Nisar Hill Way Public School, 15 M Aishmuqam, Pahalgam 2 Uzair Nisar -do- 15 M 3 Junaid-ul-Islam -do- 15 M 4 Fahaid Mushtaq -do- 15 M 5 Bahadur Singh -do- 15 M 6 Peer Rashid -do- 15 M Hussain 7 Mudasir Ahmad Mir -do- 15 M 8 Aadil Ahmad Bhat -do- 15 M 9 Manzoor Ah Rather -do- 15 M 10 Fayaz Ah Raina -do- 15 M 11 S. Simranjeet Singh -do- 15 M 12 S. Sarabjeet Singh -do- 15 M 13 Muzafar Ah Shah -do- 15 M 14 Faisal Mukhtar -do- 16 M 15 Ishtiyaq Rashid -do- 14 M 16 Saqa Irshad -do- 15 F 17 Asmat Rasool -do- 15 F 18 Marifat Jan -do- 15 F 19 Tawsia Shabir -do- 15 F 20 Najma Roshan -do- 14 F 21 Insha Jan -do- 14 F 22 Sheeboo Jan -do- 14 F 23 Ishrat Mushtaq -do- 14 F 24 Iltija Shabir -do- 15 F 25 Bisma Shafi -do- 14 F

14 26 Mir Bilal Women & Child care 25 M Society, Pulwama 27 Showkat Ah Dar -do- 27 M 28 Rafee Ah Mir -do- 25 M 29 Bilal Ah Dohbi -do- 22 M 30 Rayees Ah Dar -do- 19 M 31 Dobhi Bilal -do- 23 M 32 Umer-Bin-Abdullah -do- 18 M 33 Tanveer Ah Wani -do- 18 M 34 Riyaz Maqbool -do- 18 M 35 Zameer Ah Dar -do- 21 M 36 Mushtaq Ah Mir -do- 21 M 37 Nazim Mohi-ud-din -do- 20 M 38 Dilawar Ah Khan -do- 20 M 39 Adil Hussain Mir -do- 21 M 40 Rouf Ah Ganie -do- 21 M 41 Javaid Ah Bhat -do- 21 M 42 Shakeel Ah Dar -do- 21 M 43 Subreena Farooq -do- 20 F 44 Nusrat Farooq -do- 18 F 45 Sabahat Lateef -do- 18 F 46 Rubiya Lateef -do- 20 F 47 Sameena Parvaiz -do- 20 F 48 Sumbol Jan -do- 25 F 49 Rakeeba Farooq -do- 27 F 50 Raishma Manzoor -do- 20 F (Virinder Singh) Lt. Col Principal

15 TRAINING PROGRAMME 07 DAYS ADHOC ADVENTURE, PAHALGAM Appendix B Day Subject Remarks Day -1 Reception Day-2 Day-3 Lunch Documentation Issue of clothing Introduction to Mountaineering Equipment Acclimatization Walk Morning PT Rope Knots, hitches, Rope coiling Tent Pitching Zip wire /Tyrolean traverse Games Do s and Dont s of Mountaineering Trek to Baisaran & back Environmental Awareness Around Pahalgam Demo/Lecture/Practice Lecture/Demo/Practice Lecture/Demo/Practice Lecture kms Lecture Day-4 Rock Climbing & Rappelling Tent Pitching /folding /packing Mountain Manners & Customs Lecture/Demo / Practice Lecture/Demo / Practice Lecture

16 Day-5 Trek to Beatb Valley & back High altitude illnesses /cold injuries kms Lecture Day-6 River Crossing & Casualty Evacuation Mountain/snow hazards Lecture/Demo / Practice Lecture Day-7 Cultural Programme /Graduation Ceremony / Distribution of Certificates & badges Departure (After Lunch) Daily Routine (Virinder Singh) Lt. Col Principal 0600 Bed Tea Morning work out / acclimatization walk Breakfast Adventure Activities Lunch Rest Tea Games Lecture Dinner 2130 Lights off

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