MatterhornNepal-GuideSource

Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd

Europe - Asia (established 1981)

Kid’s Programmes Kid’s Programmes

Kid’s Programmes

Some of our staff members have been teaching children, teenagers, special education and special needs youngsters for many years. Unique classes in full and half-day sessions have been part of our curriculum for years, and children’s programmes represent some of our most successful and enjoyable outings. We have enjoyed being chosen by schools and inner city institutions for under-privileged youths and others to provide students with fun activities as well as safety presentations.

Currently we offer outings for young people that include nature hikes, animal tracking, glacier treks, via ferratas and rock climbing. We keep our child to instructor ratio appropriate to any special needs or requests, as well as the particular activity and programme.

We recognize the unique learning abilities, special interests and attention levels of children at various ages of development, and have designed programmes and activities specifically for different ages and abilities. We never allow safety to be compromised for any reason at any time.

Keeping our guide and student ratio specific to the activity, we can spend all of our time teaching children about everything involved in safe hiking, animal observation, rock climbing or glacier travel, so they not only have a great time, but come away from the experience knowing more about the responsible conduct of outdoor activities, and respect for Nature.

Cost: According to activity, location and number of participants.

Kids Rock Climbing Programmes

These sessions are designed to build confidence, while teaching effective approaches to challenges and problem solving in practical terms. Children acquire the skills to safely engage in an outdoor activity responsibly, while having fun and enjoying a healthy, natural activity.

Among aspects of climbing taught to young people in our courses (according to time and duration of sessions) are:

  • SAFETY in any outdoor environment: behaviour at or near climbing areas, regard for other climbers, equipment use (and mis-use) and the importance of taking responsibility for having a safe outing
  • knot tying, usage, strengths and appropriate application
  • gear and its correct use: harnesses, helmets, shoes, proper clothing, rope design and care
  • mechanical belaying and rappelling devices, various types of equipment and gear particular to given types of climbing
  • efficient climbing methods, proper hand and footwork, as well as methods for resting and maximizing strength to weight ratios

Kids Animal Tracking and Observation Outings

We teach young people all about the animals of our areas, their habits, nutritional needs, methods of survival, hunting and foraging, family units, unique abilities/skills and how humans effect animals in both positive and negative ways.

We track animals to the places they live, feed and rest, but never disturb them in any manner. We learn how to be stealthy as we get close to chamois, marmots, bouquetin, martens, fox and others, while explaining animal ‘signs’ and how to determine which individual animals we are following and what they are doing, as they leave subtle signs of passing, and why they engage in particular behaviours.

We stress the fragile balance humans and animals maintain and the important need to protect these amazing creatures, as we sensitively visit their habitat and learn what they have to teach us.

Kids Glacier Trekking

We take young people on mountain glaciers and introduce them to the beautiful alpine world of glaciers and mountainous terrain. Using ropes, harnesses, crampons, helmets and ice axes, they walk with us in the most beautiful of all places. During our outings we teach them about glaciers, crevasse formation and movement, avalanches, safe mountain travel and the importance of being attentive at all times when visiting any alpine environment.

They hike with us as part of a proper rope team, and learn the basic skills of safe, modern glacier travel. It is an easy but educational experience they will never forget!

 

*NOTE: Participation or scheduling of any activity is conducted according to our Terms and Conditions. It is the responsibility of any participant, client or legal guardian to read and accept these Terms and Conditions, listed as a heading on our Home Page.