General instructionsfor campers

A light bag with the right things makes the stay comfortable for everyone.

• Your Bible, notepad and pen. Carry your own daily prescribed medications, if any.
• A few pairs of clothes for the stay, and decent ones for attending the sessions corporately. It may get slightly cold at night and in the early morning, so carry warm clothes or caps accordingly.
• Personal toiletries and bath towels need to be carried.
• Bring your own handwash and sanitiser if you want one in the room. Common handwash and sanitisers will be available in the common area.
• Blankets and bedsheets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own for comfort.
• Carry a mosquito repellent like Odomos or a liquid mosquito vaporizer.
• Reusable water bottles. Drinking water will be available for refilling.
• All married couples, please carry one dark-coloured dupatta for a couple-focused activity.

Rooms are allotted by the camp team — a little care keeps the place comfortable for all.

• Room numbers will be allotted to participants. Kindly make yourself comfortable in your respective allotted rooms. Please stay in the allotted rooms and do not change rooms.
• Individual lockers are available for each individual in the room. Please carry a small lock and key if you want to secure any expensive belongings.
• Please help us keep your rooms and attached washrooms clean and tidy.
• Room and toilet cleaning supplies will be available if required.
• Let’s take care of the campsite and its facilities just as we would our own homes.

Bus travel is on Friday morning. Everyone else reaches the campsite on their own.

• Bus departure: 13 November (Friday), 6:30 AM sharp from Hinjewadi Church. Those who opted for bus transport should assemble at the church well in advance on Friday morning.
• No arranged transport on Saturdays for campers joining in on Saturday. However, we can arrange pickup for those reaching Lonavala station via local train on Saturday morning.
• Campsite location: Convent of Jesus and Mary, Nuns’ Hill, Khandala. Open in Google Maps
• Those travelling on their own should aim to reach the campsite by 7:30 AM. Room allotment happens from 7:30 AM and breakfast from 8:00 AM.
• Ola, Uber or Rapido do not function in the Khandala area. All taxis are privately run and charged higher as per their rates.

Three meals a day at the campsite, taken together as a camp family.

• Breakfast every morning: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
• Lunch every day: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
• Dinner every night: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
• Please be on time and help avoid food wastage.
• Food must be consumed in the dining hall only. Please do not carry any food items to your rooms.
• Families travelling with toddlers who require specially prepared food are requested to coordinate with the meal coordinators, Sis. Soni and Sis. Sujata.

Every age group has its own programme — the sessions are the heart of the camp.

• Dedicated sessions are planned for married couples, teens, youth and children.
• Please follow the camp schedule and participate in the sessions planned for your group.
• Please don’t skip sessions by staying in the room during session times.

Children are the joy of the camp — keeping them safe is everyone’s job.

• Parents are requested to ensure their children are accompanied and supervised throughout the camp.
• Please ensure children do not wander around unattended or accidentally damage campsite property.
• Let’s be mindful of the surroundings and ensure everyone stays safe.

A little courtesy keeps the camp peaceful for everyone living together.

• Quiet hours begin at 9:00 PM. Please keep noise to a minimum and respect lights-off timings.
• Avoid bringing valuables or expensive personal belongings. If you do bring them, lock them inside the available room lockers.
• Please avoid littering and keep common areas clean.