It is an annual event organised by the Agriculture and Fisheries Department (AFD) in conjunction with the Education Department.
The purpose of the work camps is to provide young people the knowledge and first-hand experience in countryside conservation as well as a chance to take part in countryside management for the benefit of the community.
Participants will be required to work half-day everyday on countryside conservation and management. A $30 daily allowance will be given to each camper from the Royal Hong Kong Jockey Club donation.
They are also encouraged to organise educational and recreational activities or use the facilities in the country parks during the rest of the day.
The AFD will provide camping facilities in 16 country park management centres in the New Territories, on Lantau and Hong Kong Island. The total single-day capacity is 330 people.
Barrack accommodation with sleeping, cooking, dining and toilet facilities will be provided.
The camps are under the charge of at least one adult leader or teacher. The number of participants in each group may range from 18 to 23.
Applicants can apply for either a three-day camp or a five-day camp. All applications must be submitted before May 19.
The forestry work camp is one of the many activities organised annually under the Summer Youth Programme.
Interested organisations or groups can contact AFD's Conservation Education Unit on 2733 2121 to enquire about application and camping arrangements.
Applications from schools should be submitted through the Education
Department.
End/Thursday, May 4, 1995
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