*May* * *
*Young Green Champs (23-24 May 2009) * CEC Mumbai is conducting a two day residential workshop for the age group of 10 -14 years, on the art of living in an environment friendly manner. The workshop is the first of its kind, bringing together eco-friendly tips and ideas in a fun and interesting way .The workshop aims to create awareness about local environments through a series of plenary and hands on training sessions. The participants learn how to manage their indoor and outdoor lifestyles in a manner so as to preserve our environment and conserve nature. *Time*: 9:00 a.m. (First day) – 04.00 p.m. (last day) *Programme fee *: Rs. 1500/- per head (Fee inclusive of lodging & boarding, bedding not included). *Last date of registration*: 15 May 2009.* * *Family CEC Camp (30-31 May 2009)* Our most popular camp is back for the second time! For those of you who missed it in April or for those of you who just want to keep coming back, we are holding a 2-day and single night residential camp at CEC. Experience a wild camp amidst the forest, right in the heart of the city. We have a plethora of exciting activities for the young and the young at heart! So forget all your worries and come closer to nature. *Programme fee*: Rs. 1000/- per head for adults, Rs. 600/- for Children (upto 12 yrs.) (Fee inclusive of lodging & boarding, bedding not included). *Last date of registration*: 22nd May 2009. *June* *Family Camp to Bheemashankar Wildlife Sanctuary (6-7 June 2009)* CEC announces a three-day residential camp at Bheemashankar. The land famous for high Sahyadri ranges and its heavenly environment can now be your playground to explore and enjoy. In every season, Bheemashankar attracts pilgrims as well as trekkers, all of whom are drawn to its beauty and majesty. Come, be a part of something special and partake in this experience of a lifetime. *Programme fee*: 3000/- Per Head. (Fee inclusive of lodging, boarding and transport). *Last date of registration*: 25th May 2009.* * ** *Nature Poetry Writing Competition ( **5 June 2009**)* As a celebration of World Environment Day, we invite our young talented nature-lovers to compose poems based on nature and environment. The best poems will win prizes and certificates. *Age Group:* 8 - 14 years*, Medium:*English *,**Categories:* Little Poet: (8-10 years), Young Poet: (11-14 years). Entries to be sent by *email only* to [email protected]. *Last Date of registration: *30 May 2009. Prize distribution on 5 June 2009 at Conservation Education Centre at 3.00 p.m. *Lunch with Lilies (**14 June 2009**)* After the burning heat of summer, the first rain showers awaken the slumbering lilies which spring to life and bedeck the forest with their beauty. This is the best opportunity to view the forest in all its glory and join the forest in welcoming a lush, green season guaranteed to refresh your body, mind and soul. The programme includes Lily watching, presentation on lilies, Life history of Crinum lily, Medicinal Lilies, Tips on Lily Gardening and a Lily quiz. For children we have major attractions such as a Lily count, Lily craft, Lily quiz, Treasure hunt and Face painting. *Time*: 9:00 a.m. – 02.30 p.m. *Programme fee*: Rs. 400/- per Adult, Rs.250/- per child (age 5 to 10yrs). (Fee includes Lunch, study material for adults and souvenirs for kids). *Last date of registration*: 7 th June 2009. *Green Lifestyles Workshop (19-21 June 2009)* CEC is conducting a two day residential workshop, for ages 16 and above, on the art of living in an environment-friendly manner, which is first of its kind. The workshop aims to create awareness about local environments through a series of plenary and hands on training sessions. The workshop also includes field visits to locations where environment protection is being practiced. The participants would learn how to manage their indoor and outdoor lifestyles in a manner to conserve nature. This workshop is meant for all those who care for nature and would like to do their part in making this planet a better place to live. *Time*: 10:00 a.m. (First day) – 05.00 p.m. (Second day) *Programme fee*: Rs. 2500/- per person. (Fee includes boarding and lodging, kindly bring your own bedding). *Last date of registration*: 13th June 2009. *Teachers Training Workshop on Conservation Education (29-30 June 2009)* A free training day workshop has been announced for secondary English/Marathi medium teachers. The workshop is part of Maharashtra Education Project (MEP) funded by Dorabji Tata Trust and ICICI Bank. * Batches*: 29th June 2009 (English) & 30th June 2009 (Marathi). *Time*: 10:00 a.m. – 04.00 p.m. *Last date of registration*: 22nd June 2009. * * * * *FOR REGISTRATION OF ALL ABOVE PROGRAMMES CONTACT**: MS. KAVITA KUMAR OR MR.SACHIN CHORGE, EDUCATION OFFICER AT 28402946 / 28421174 / 9323738622 / 9223513425 (BETWEEN **10.00 A.M. TO 5.00 P.M.**, MON-FRI).* * * Regards Sachin V.C. Education Officer CEC,BNHS --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "indiantreepix" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.co.in/group/indiantreepix?hl=en -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
