RIS SUMMER CAMP Students Gr. 3-8 JUNE 20-24, 2016 Camp Only 14,000 B Camp + Summer School= 42,000 B

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1 BIG OUTDOORS EDUCATION AND ADVENTURE RIS SUMMER CAMP Students Gr. 3-8 JUNE 20-24, 2016 Camp Only 14,000 B Camp + Summer School= 42,000 B

2 ACCOMMODATION AT PETCHARAT SCOUT RESORT Air conditioned dorm rooms. 3 to 15 students per room. Rustic themed rooms grouped around communal eating areas. Large air-conditioned meeting room.

3 ACCOMMODATION AT PETCHARAT SCOUT RESORT Bathroom en-suites to each room. Electric heated showers.

4 DINING AT PETCHARAT SCOUT RESORT Food is prepared by the resort catering staff and served in pleasant dining areas easily accessed from the rooms.

5 ACTIVITY OPTIONS AT PETCHARAT SCOUT RESORT Petcharat is perfect for activity camps. There are many activities within the large grounds and many more within the surrounding area. Main activities for this camp: 1. Rock climbing at Nam Pha Pa Yai Camp 2. Kayaking on the Pasak River 3. Cave exploration at Wat Tham Photisat 4. Hiking at Jedkot Forest Park or near the Wat Tham Photisat cave system

6 Day 1 TEAM BUILDING ADVENTURE RACE Students get to know each other and build confidence with a challenging but fun race around the Petcharat grounds. The winning team is the one that shows the best spirit and teamwork, not necessarily the best individual performances

7 Day 2 ELEPHANTS UP CLOSE AT KHAO YAI NATIONAL PARK The morning is spent interacting with and learning about elephants at the Thai Elephants Research and Conservation Fund centre. Students learn everything from how much elephants eat to how to make paper from elephant dung. Find out more about the fascinating animal that is the national symbol of Thailand.

8 Day 2 HIKING AT KHAO YAI NATIONAL PARK Hike with National Park Rangers through the forest and grassland of Khao Yai National Park. Spot gibbons, hornbills, elephants, crocodiles or any of the other birds and animals that make the park outstanding in its biodiversity. Magnificent waterfalls, huge rainforest trees, clear streams, and cool mountain breezes make hiking here an unforgettable experience.

9 Day 3 RIVERS AND CAVES We study the invertebrates that live in the crystal clear waters of the Muak Lek river at Jed Sao Noi Waterfall National Park to learn how to tell if a river ecosystem is polluted. And afterwards, this is a perfect place for a swim!

10 Day 3 RIVERS AND CAVES CAVE EXPLORATION Programme options The Wat Tham Photisat cave system has a variety of wet and dry caves for all weather conditions. An underground journey past huge stalactite and stalagmite formations takes you right through the mountain to the other side. The caves are large and have no vertical sections, however we may get muddy. Students wear helmets and gloves for sections where there are bats. LED headtorches light the way.

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12 Day 4 CLIMB AND KAYAK Nam Pha Pa Yai climbing camp was established by French climber Benoit Grasser. Equipment and instruction meet high safety standards. Rock climbing never fails to thrill, and provides the confidence of I never believed I would be able to do that!

13 Day 4 CLIMB AND KAYAK After the climb, what better way to wind down than a zip line journey over the Pasak River? The zip line takes off and lands at ground level there are no tall trees to climb. Equipment and supervision/instruction is of a high professional standard.

14 Day 4 CLIMB AND KAYAK Kayak journey on the Pasak river. This placid but swift flowing river has carved its way through the limestone mountains of Saraburi province. The river s wild and forested banks are home to a fantastic variety of bird life; kingfishers, herons, eagles and ospreys are all regularly seen.

15 AT PETCHARAT Children work together to cook a meal with our evening barbecue activity. We can go for a night hike and see the stars in an area free from light pollution, and experience the sounds, sensations, and smells of the night. Quizzes, movies and games keep children productively occupied until bed time. The catering staff provide nutritious, children-friendly meals and can cater for vegetarians and special diets.

16 Safety SAFETY IS OUR FIRST CONCERN All activities are risk assessed, tried and tested. Expert Park Rangers lead walks within the National Park. Advice is always taken on walking conditions and animal activity. We will change the route if there is any doubt about safety. Rock climbing is managed by the experienced and well trained staff at Nam Pha Pa Yai Camp. Their methods and equipment are regularly checked by us. We use the Pasak river for kayaking. There are no rapids and buoyancy aids are worn by all. Additional rescue personnel accompany the group in case of problems. All our staff are trained in first aid and a first aid kit is always carried. We carry adequate amounts of drinking water and stop regularly for food and water breaks. We provide helmets and torches for cave activities and will use dry caves in wet or changeable weather. We use the same drivers for every camp and will provide air-conditioned vans with trusted drivers experienced in transporting school groups. We will set an appropriate challenge for your children and will help them succeed.