Pre Trip Briefing - Y Adv Hong Kong 8 to 13 Jan 2017
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The document provides information about a YMCA hiking trip to Hong Kong, including details about the itinerary, accommodations, activities, and packing list. Over 5 days, participants will stay at Wu Kwai Sha Youth Village, do teambuilding activities, hike to Sharp Peak and camp overnight, participate in an Amazing Race competition in Hong Kong, and have a free day in the city before returning to Singapore. Attendees should bring hiking gear, outdoor clothing, personal items, and be prepared for various outdoor activities and camping. Contact information is provided for emergencies during the trip.
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Pre Trip Briefing - Y Adv Hong Kong 8 to 13 Jan 2017
- 2. YMCA of Singapore is a Christian organisation, affiliated worldwide, which seeks to serve and enrich all members of the community, regardless of race, language or religion, through wholesome programmes to develop Body, Mind and Spirit, which are based on Christian principles. Mission Statement
- 3. Strengths Discovery Workshop Date: 7 January 2017 Time: 1pm to 6pm Venue: Hwa Chong Junior College
- 4. Strengths Discovery Workshop Please follow the instructions below to take the Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment by Wednesday, January 4th 2017 Visit https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/register/ 1.Copy and paste the access code HA54GB34FP79EW28 into the available field, and then click Continue. 2.Follow the on-screen instructions to create a Gallup Strengths Center account. 3.Once registered, you will be able to take the Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment. 4.Please give yourself 20-30 minutes of uninterrupted time to complete it. Please respond to the questions with your top of the mind responses. There is a 20-second timing per question. If you are unable to answer the question within the time frame, dont worry. Just move on and answer the next questions.
- 8. YMCA Hwa Chong Institution Y Adventures Hong Kong, Leadership 8 to 13 January 2017 in collaboration with Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong
- 9. Flight Details Date Flight Number Terminal Departure Arrival 8 Jan 17 SQ 856 3 Singapore @ 0955 HRS Hong Kong @ 1355 HRS 13 Jan 17 SQ 865 1 Hong Kong @ 1850 HRS Singapore @ 2050 HRS Check in baggage allowance: 32 KG Hand Carry: 7 KG
- 10. Geography of HK Climate: Subtropical with distinct seasons Temperature in January: Day: 18 to 20 degrees Night: 10 to 18 degrees Total area: 1,104 square kilometres ! About 25% of land is developed ! Remaining land reserved as country parks and nature reserves Terrain: Hilly, with steep slopes and natural harbor.
- 11. 8 January 2017 (Sunday) Meet at Singapore Changi Airport 730AM * Terminal 3 Singapore Airline Counter @ 0730 HRS Arrive @ Hong Kong International Airport @ 1355 HRS Lunch @ Airport Transfer to Wu Kwai Sha Youth Village Check-In + Site Orientation Purchase of Food Supplies for: Day 2: Breakfast; Lunch & Dinner Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch Dinner Briefing and preparation for Day 2 & 3
- 12. Where is WKS ?
- 13. Accommodation 16 Man Bungalow Gender Specific
- 14. Teambuilding Breakfast Transfer to New Territories Centre Team-building through facilitated High Events and Games Debriefing and Sharing Dinner 9 January 2017 (Monday)
- 17. Toilet Located about 200m from the campsite Shop Students can only purchase water from this shop Whats available at Campsite?
- 18. 10 January 2017 (Tuesday) Trek to Ham Tin Wan (Students to Self-prepare meals: Lunch and Dinner) Breakfast and check out from WKS Set off for Sai Kungs Pak Tam Road Lunch along trail Arrive at Ham Tin Wan campsite Set up tents and prepare for dinner Briefing
- 19. Trek to Sharp Peak (Students to Self-prepare meals: Breakfast and Lunch) Breakfast and Clean-up of campsite Set off for Sharp Peak Summit Lunch along trail Transfer back to WKS Dinner Debriefing Wash up/Lights Out 11 January 2017 (Wednesday)
- 20. Sharp Peak, is also known as Nam She Tsim ( ). It is particularly well known for its well defined sharp peak, which rises to a height of 468 meters above sea level. Sharp Peak
- 21. Sharp Peak *Duration of trek will vary, based on walking speeds
- 22. Concrete Steps
- 23. 皆温稼糸
- 25. Stone Cut Steps.
- 26. Concrete Trails
- 27. Signs Along the Way
- 28. Emergency Evacuation for Hike Permits are required before entry to Country Parks, particulars will be left with Country Parks Division before start of activities Nearest Hospital in Sai Kung Country Park - less than 45 minutes away Telco Networks have extensive coverage within Hong Kongs Country Parks Depending on location of casualty, expatriation will be arranged via road vehicle or powerboat or helicopter evacuation. Regular Mountain Patrols Exit points are available and mostly accessible by vehicles Emergency contact. 999
- 29. 12 January 2017 (Thursday) Amazing Race Breakfast Abseiling Team Challenge @Kings Park Amazing Race Begins Dinner Debriefing/Sharing Wash Up & Lights Out
- 30. Amazing Race Tasks: 1)Take a group picture at every destination 2) Use at least 4 different modes of transport 3) Completion of tasks at the least expense 4) Take turns to lead your group, assign roles 5) Reporting time at final station is16:00 *Clues and task sheet will be given the day before.
- 31. 13 January 2017 (Friday) Free & Easy Check out of WKS Breakfast Transfer to Hong Kong city via coach Free and Easy Gather back at bus latest by 1530 HRS Transfer to airport, depart on SQ 865 back to Singapore Home Sweet Home
- 32. What should I bring?
- 33. Packing List Rule of thumb: Weight: Keep it light Do you really need it? Waterproof your bag
- 34. Hiking Packing List 50L Backpack Trekking Pole Hiking Boots Rain Jacket Hydration Snacks Caps/ Bluff Torch
- 35. Packing List Compulsory Items Optional Items Necessities 50L Backpack Sun-screen/ Sun block NRIC/ Passport Bath Towel Toiletries Personal medication Hiking/Sports Shoes / Hard Sole Shoes Slippers/ Sandals Water Bottle/ Bag (1.5L) Flashlight/ Head Lamp Hiking Bermudas/ Pants Trekking Top (Quick Dry) Rain Jacket / Poncho Fleece/ Wool Top/ Sweater Undergarments 2 x Sleeping Wear Socks x 5 Cap / Sun Shade Insect Repellant Detergent Digital Camera/ Charger Spare Batteries Sunglasses Toilet Paper (Trail Use) Trekking Pole (Optional) Buff or Beanie Sports Towel Knee Guards / Sports Tape Items Provided by YMCA Sleeping Bags Stoves Gas Canister
- 36. Hong Kong Contacts Emergency Service (ambulance & police): 999 YMCA trip leader (Gracie): +65 9754 1449 Chinese YMCA of HK (Kaihung): +852 9259 1567 Dial-a-Weather system: 187 8200 Local Point of Contact Gladys Cheong: +65 6586 2336 : +65 9636 6108 Important Contact Numbers