Army Conducts Children Summer Adventure Camp 2019 at Manali

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New Delhi : Western Command Children Summer Adventure Camp 2019 has been organised at Manali from May 27  to June 2, 2019. The seven- day camp is being conducted under the aegis of Rising Star Brigade.  This camp aims to provide a wholesome outdoor exposure to young boys and girls through educational, recreational and adventure activities.

A total of 218 children from various units of Western Command of Indian Army have volunteered to attend the camp. During their stay at the camp, children enthusiastically participate in various indoor and outdoor activities, including trekking, rock climbing, river crossing, tent pitching and various adventure filled games and competitions.

Opportunities provided to the children during the camp help them in exploring the nature, make new friends and create lasting memories.  The camp also intends to develop innovative thinking, hone natural skills and develop new hobbies.  Towards that, activities including painting, sketching, poster making, slogan writing and public speaking are also conducted.

In the series, this is second camp conducted by Army this year at Manali during the summer vacations of children providing them a platform for turning into society conscious and responsible citizens, according to a PIB release.