Day One

First Activity: Kite
The first activity we did after settling in our various homestay, was making kite. Sounds childish right? i know, that's what i felt at first. i remember when i was a kid , we used to make kites and fly them high in the sky. So, when i heard about our first activity i laughed it off, and said its pretty easy. later when our instructor started the kite i was like..wooohh this ain't like the one am used to, and its more professional-like than the ones i made when i was a kid. It was hard, but very good and strong.

The Kite Instructor straightening the bamboo with a sharp knife

The kite is made from the bamboo trunks found in the area. They are cut in accordance with the size and shape desired. Believe me, its a long process and takes patience with good sense of proportion not forgetting skills. Below are some pictures taken during the activity.

Making sure he proportions are correct.

Tying two bamboo to make kite foundation

The bamboo is all set for adding of the plastic paper.

The two kite instructors rubbing shoulders in making the kite

Students' trying their skills as well

When we were done with the Kite making, we went to the beach to fly them. some people's kites were really nice, there were couple of good ones also, others fair, mine? well, i was not able to finish mine on time for the beach..:-(

On the road o the Beach

Students in the lorry

We were taken to the beach in a lorry. it was a fun experience, as we sat at the edge of the lorry with our legs dangling.

Students' getting out of the lorry and taking pictures

Some students taking pictures, while other trying to fly their kites

Coconut trees opposite the beach

Seashell Swamp

Seashells at the beach

A nice view of the seashell swamp

Even the residents go to the beach for a serene Evening

Sunset at the beach

It was a fruitful day, as we learnt how to make good and professional kites. Later  went to the beach for a good scenery and relaxing evening. We went back to our Foster homes, had dinner and went out again for the night walk, which was for some couple of kilometers, it was really refreshing and cardio excercise. What a way to end a day. We went back home and blackout in bed.