TSFDC to host Summer Day Camp at Hyderabad Botanical Gardens

KONDAPUR: Telangana State Forest Development Corporation (TSFDC) announced on Wednesday that they will be organising a Summer Day Camp for all age groups from the first week of April to the last week of May 2024, every Saturday at Hyderabad Botanical Gardens.
The Summer camp will be held on April 6, April 13, April 20, April 27, May 11, May 18, May 25, and May 31, 2024.
TSFDC invites participants of all age groups to this summer day camp, offering morning and evening snacks, as well as a vegetarian lunch, at a fee of Rs. 1200 per head.

“TSFDC is organising this ‘Summer Day Camp’ at the Botanical Garden to bring schools, colleges, and enthusiasts closer to nature. It provides an ideal setting to learn practically amidst natural greenery and tranquility. For more details and registrations, contact 94935 49399 or 93463 64583,” said TSFDC Executive Director of Eco-Tourism, L. Ranjeeth Naik IFS.
Hyderabad Botanical Gardens, spread over an area of 274.11 Acres (110.878 Ha), with the proposed creation of a Botanical Garden in 128.07 Acres, is developed by Telangana Forest Development Corporation. It aims to cultivate and preserve various plant and tree species for future generations.
The Summer Day camp starts sharp 8.00 am at Botanical Garden with
- Interaction session at outdoor Nature Class Room,
- Learn about Lotus, Cactus and Herbal Medicinal Species
- Visit Environmental Education Center (EEC) and Audio & Video Hall
- Know your plant in Nakshatra Vanam, Rasi Vanam and in Navagraha Vanam
- Enjoy the thrilling adventure activities like Zipline, Sky Cycling, Archery, High Rope Activities/ Rope Courses, Commando net, Spider net, Bungee Trampoline etc.
- Visit & learn about different varieties of Ferns, Orchids and insectivorous plants.
- Field visit to see 50 theme parks, 7 Eco-Systems and 18 types of Forests along with our naturalists in Golf Cart Vehicles.
- Play at Telangana’s first largest miniature Golf Course and
- Know the facts on snakes – Snake Awareness Workshop.
Things to carry
- Full length track pants & cotton T-shirts (with sleeves)
- (Women to avoid capris, shorts or skirts)
- Sun hat/ Cap
- Sun block lotion (preferably SPF 30)
- Wear Sport shoes with a good grip
- Refillable Water bottle
- Personal medication if any
- Binoculars (if you have)
Do’s and Don’ts
- Smoking or Alcohol consumption strictly prohibited
- Indiscipline of any sort will not be tolerated and will result in expulsion
- Do not carry any valuables and expensive items
- Do not carry any flammable substances like match boxes, lighters etc.
- Do not play pranks during the camp.