Appalled by the terrible living conditions inLondon for young working men, Sir GeorgeWilliams (at age 23) started the YMCA in1844 in London. After 168 years, YMCAmovement has been established in morethan 120 countries..

Founded in 1902, YMCA of Singapore is aChristian organisation, affiliated worldwide.

Continues to be relevant in meeting needs.

Patron-in-Chief - President Tony Tan

The YMCA of Singapore, affiliated worldwide, strives toeffectively serve all members of the community throughwholesome programmes that develop Body, Mind and Spirit.We also extend out outreach to the less privileged overseasthrough our International Service Programmes (ISP) to theneedy in Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam & China

Y Treks Hong Kong

Maclehose Trail 100KM Challenge

28 November to 3 DecEmber 2012in collaboration with

Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong

100KM Maclehose Trail Map

• The 100-kilometre trail, soars through the highlands of the New Territories from the Sai Kung peninsula to the Tai Lam mountain range.

• The trail is divided into 10 stages and takes about 35 hours to complete.

• It is named after former governor, Sir Crawford Murray MacLehose the longest serving governor of Hong Kong, who established the Country Parks and was himself an enthusiastic hiker.

28 NOV to 2 DEC100KM MACLEHOSE JOURNEY

28 NOV to 2 DEC100KM MACLEHOSE JOURNEY

:Interesting FACTS

• Oxfam Trailwalker 2012 will be held between 16 and 18 November 2012 (Friday-Sunday)

• S49 Team, one of two teams from the Hong Kong Garrison of the Chinese People's Liberation Army, was

the first to finish Oxfam Trailwalker 2011, taking only 12 hrs 22 min to complete the arduous 100km trail from Sai Kung to Yuen Long.

28 NOV to 2 DEC100KM MACLEHOSE JOURNEY

•3,324 participants completed the 100km trail within the required 48 hours (74.9%). The event raised over HK$27 million.

•State Street Overcoming the Odds Award 2011 Winner, Fung Kam Hung, lost the lower part of his left leg 32 years ago in a traffic accident. Enduring the rainy and muddy weather and the many blisters between his shin and artificial limb, he completed the trail in 29 hours 28 minutes along with his teammates: 2 Orthopedists and a nurse – his wife.

Geography of HK

• Climate: Subtropical with distinct seasons

AUTUMN (Sept – mid Dec): Not too humid, little rain: 24 – 30°C

• Total area: 1,104 square kilometres � About 25% of land is developed� Remaining land reserved as country parks and nature reserves

• Terrain: Hilly to mountainous, with steep slopes and natural harbor.

Weather Warning Signals

• Tropical Cyclone Warning Signals- No. 1 – tropical cyclone is centred within about 800km of HK

- No. 3 – Tropical despression- No. 8 – Tropical / Severe Tropical Storm - No.9 - Typhoon - No. 10 – Hurricane

• Rainstorm Warning signals - Amber rainstorm signal

- Red rainstorm signal - Black rainstorm signal

28 NOV (Wednesday)

• Depart Singapore for Hong Kong

• MEET AT CHANGI AIRPORT Terminal 4.30am

• Arrive in Hong Kong at 9.50am.

• Transfer to Wu Kwai Sha Youth Village and check in.

• Lunch

• Purchase of Camping Equipment and Food Supplies

• Preparation for trek – briefing and packing of bags

• Dinner on your Own

15 to 18 Dec 100KM MACLEHOSE JOURNEY

Long Flat Terrain

Sand…

Compacted Earth Steps

Rolling Hills…

Stone Cut Steps….

Rolling Hills…

Emergency Evacuation� Permits required before entry to Country Parks,

particulars will be left with Country Parks Division before start fo activites

• Nearest Hospital in Sai Kung Country Park - less than 45 minutes away.

� Telco Networks have extensive coverage within Hong Kong’s Country Parks.

• Depending on location of casualty, expatriation will be arranged via road vehicle or powerboat or helicopter evacuation.

• Mountain Patrols are regular• Exit points are available and mostly accessible by

vehicles• Emergency contact. 999

Hong Kong Contacts

• Emergency Service (ambulance & police): 999

• YMCA trip leader (Gracie): +65 9754 1449

• Chinese YMCA of HK (Suki): +852 92591567

• Dial-a-Weather system: 1878200

Local Point of Contact

• Liew Sze Haw: +65 8550 9819

• YMCA Main Line (24 hrs): 6336 6000

Emergency Contact Numbers

Packing List

Rule of thumb:

• Weight: Keep it light

• Do you really need it?

• Waterproof your bag

• REMEMBER YOUR PASSPORT! (6 mths validity)

25L Backpack Passport

Trekking Pole (Optional) Buff & Cap

Trekking Top (Quick Dry) Personal medication

Hiking Bermudas/Pants Flashlight/Head Lamp

Fleece/Wool Top/Sweater Rain Jacket / Poncho

Undergarments Towel & Toiletries

Thick Socks x4 Slippers/Sandals

Toilet Paper (Trail Use) Hiking shoes (Hard Sole)

Sunblock Water Bottle/Bag (1.5L)

Sunglasses Insect Repellent

Individual Packing List

• Adventure Gear Post (30%)*187 Sims Avenue Singapore 387497 Tel: 6748 2125 Website: http://adventuregearpost.com/

• Campers Corner (25%)*51 Waterloo Street, #01-01, Singapore 187969 Tel: 6337 4743Website: http://www.camperscorner.com.sg

*Valid until Date of Departure

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