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The Trekking Club

The Lawrence School, Lovedale, introduced the Trekking Club in March 2019.

 

Aim of the Trekking Club

 

The aim of the Trekking Club is to encourage our pupils to enjoy nature and the scenic views of Lovedale by walking in the woods or forest and may be climbing a small hillock.

 

What is hiking or trekking?

 

a) Hiking or trekking is an act of walking, but is a leisurely walk as compared to other sports.

 

b) Hiking/trekking is engaged on well-made and wide trails which maybe man-made too.

 

c) Hikes or small treks are often a half day or a one day activity – which does not require much planning.

 

d) Hikes do not require any equipment or gear as most often we walk on already set

 

Trekking Fridays

 

The Hiking Club meets every Friday at 2:30pm and we usually have an average of 20 children, both boys and girls, from Classes 7 to 10.

 

The Nilgiri Hills offer the most amazing vistas. Besides, the School campus has an abundance of hills and dales that offer excellent spots to trek and climb and enjoy nature at its best. The hikes are between one and a half hours to two hours duration and offer the students different levels of difficulty from climbing steep inclines to walking down slippery paths.  Trekking through such landscapes helps the children develop the skill to pay attention to their immediate step to helping others when they are in need. This activity also provides the children with the scope of learning more about the flora and fauna of the Nilgiris.

 

Faculty Member​

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Ms Sangeetha Jairam

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Trekking Club Report: The Lawrence School, Lovedale

(April 2024 - March 2025)

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The Trekking Club provided an exciting and educational platform for students to explore the outdoors while building important life skills. The trek students were accompanied by the following faculty members throughout the year: Dr. Sanjay, Mr. Adhya Shankar Pandey, Ms. Arundhati and Ms. Merlyn. These teachers ensured that each trek was both safe and enriching, providing guidance and support to the students.

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Skills Developed
Throughout the various treks, students were able to develop valuable 21st-century skills that are vital for success in both academic and personal life.

  • Empathy: By trekking in groups and spending time in nature, students learned to empathize with each other, nature, animals and wildlife.

  • Teamwork: Whether it was helping each other climb a difficult slope or supporting a teammate who was struggling, students developed a strong sense of camaraderie and collective problem-solving.

  • Collaboration: The students learned how to communicate effectively, and assist one another in achieving common goals.

  • Perseverance and Resilience: The challenging terrain on some of the treks undertaken have taught students the importance of persistence.

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