Date: 30/05/2025 to 03/06/2025
Location: Pangot, Uttarakhand
Participants: 75 students of Class XII
Organized by: The New Horizon Adventures
Objective of the Trip: The trip to Pangot was organized as an educational excursion aimed at providing students with exposure to outdoor adventure activities, team-building experiences, and an opportunity to learn about the local ecology in a real-world setting.

Accompanying teachers: Ms Rashmi Gupta, Ms Deepti Sharma, Ms Rajnee Gupta, Ms Jamila Maryam, Ms Kumkum, Mr Jagdish Prasad, Mr Manoj Sharma

Day 1: Arrival and Orientation
After an overnight journey, we reached Pangot, a serene hill station located 15 km from Nainital, surrounded by dense oak and rhododendron forests. Upon arrival at the campsite after long tracking of about one & a half hours students were welcomed with a warm breakfast and a safety briefing by the instructors. The rest of the day included room allotments, introduction to basic camping etiquette, team formation and team presentation, simulation based on communication, leadership & teamwork.

Day 2: Trekking and Adventure Activities
The second day was packed with outdoor challenges and explorations on survival skills. Birding session was organized with an expert naturalist. Night trekking helped them build their resilience & also develop sportsmanship and a team spirit. Evening saw them relax with their friends and mentors around bonfire with songs, music and group reflections.

Day 3: Departure to Delhi via Nainital
After an early breakfast, prize distribution ceremony was conducted to appreciate participation and enthusiasm. In Nainital, visit to Cave Garden, boating, Naina Devi temple, shopping in Tibetan market was organized. We transferred by jeeps to Kaladhungi & later in the bus followed by hot dinner.

Day 4: Arrival
Reached Delhi at 4 a.m. in the morning.

Conclusion:
The trip to Pangot was a remarkable blend of adventure, learning, and self-discovery. It offered students a much-needed break from routine academics while nurturing resilience, environmental responsibility, and teamwork. All safety measures were strictly adhered to, and the students returned home with unforgettable memories and a renewed appreciation for nature.