Andhra Family Camp 2005
After receiving unprecedented response in our ‘Andhra Family Camp 2004’, SiliconAndhra is continuing with the tradition of 'Andhra Family Camp' this year from May 6th - 8th 2005. The camp is located in the beautiful mountains At Camp Jones Gulch . Spending two nights with family and friends at the camp will be a rejuvenating experience. As always, our team is working very hard to make this camp a memorable one for all. The camp accommodates about 400 people in 32 heated wooden cabins/cottages.
If you have attended AFC 2004 click below, to refresh your pleasant memories
If you haven't attended, click below to see what you could have enjoyed
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Fun and Sports Activities for whole family
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Surprise Family Fun games and
kids activities.
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Indian sports (Cricket,
Tennicoit, Kho-kho,Kabbadi ,Kites and much more)
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Hiking
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Canoeing
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Rock Climbing for kids
More info on Fun and Sports is coming soon
v Witness the Variety Cultural Shows
o Spectacular Amphitheatre Shows
o Live musical shows with campfire flaming the passions
o Folk Dances
o Short Plays
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Mouth watering ‘Andhra Breakfast and Bhojanam’
REGISTER NOW … Space is limited
Registration
Fee:
$100 per adult and $75 for kids (3 yrs - 15
yrs).
The price includes 2 nights accommodation, 4 meals, 2 breakfasts and unlimited fun.
Dilip Kondiparti: 408-888-0464 – Kondiparti@yahoo.com
RamaKrishna Tiruveedhula:
408-861-0377 - rktiru@
hotmail.com
Anand Kuchibhotla:
Check-in on Friday May
6th
Camp Schedule
Friday 6th. May:
5:00 PM: Registration
7:30 PM: Dinner
9:00 PM: Inaugural Cultural Show at Drake Amphitheater
Saturday 7th. May:
7:30 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM: Children and Youth Workshops, Indian Sports
12:00 PM: Lunch Break
1:00 PM: Canoeing and Rock Climbing
begin and ends at 5 PM. (life Guards on duty for
canoeing)
1:30 PM: Indian Sports and Youth
Workshops
4:00 PM: Snack Service
4:30 PM: Family Games, Kids Competitions
6:30 PM: Dinner
8:30 PM: An Evening at the fire side along with ‘Spectacular Live Shows’ at the ‘Indian Bowl Amphitheatre’
Sunday 8th. May:
7:30 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM: Sports and Trekking time
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:30 PM: Sports and Family Games
3:00 PM: Snacks
3:30 PM: Camp Ends – Checkout
What to Bring? Suggested List
What to Bring
It is best to be prepared for all kinds of weather at camp. Layering is the best way to be prepared for the changing temperatures. The following is a suggested list of items to bring to camp. Remember that camp is a great place to wear old, comfortable clothing. Your self , your child or parents will be outside in quite a few occasions , please pack warmer clothing . It is not uncommon that campers have missing clothing and personal belongings when they arrive. In an effort to get everyone home with what they came to camp with, please mark all of your camper’s belongings with their name. Any unclaimed items will be held until the end of the subsequent week, after which they will be donated to charity. The SiliconAndhra or YMCA is not responsible for lost or damaged articles.
Don’t forget to bring your bedding(pillow,sheet and comforter). Camp provide only beds with thin mattress.
Suggested Items:
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____1 pillow ____Bed Sheet ____2 pairs long pants or jeans ____1-2 sweatshirt or warm jacket ____ t-shirts ____ shorts ____1 long-sleeved shirt ____ underwear ____ socks ____ shoes ____2 towels ____Anti Rash Cream ____medications |
____lip balm or Chapstick ____flashlight ____soap ____toothbrush ____toothpaste ____shampoo ____comb or brush ____rain gear ____water bottle or canteen ____sunscreen ____ insect repellant spray ____1 warm sleeping bag |
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Optional Items: ____pajamas ____hat or cap with brim ____washcloth ____book, reading material ____disposable camera ____sunglasses ____beanie ____day pack |
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What Not to Bring:
Fireworks,
matches/lighters, knives/hatchets, drugs, alcohol or weapons.
Directions
and Maps
Camp Address:
YMCA Camp Jones Gulch
11000 Pescadero Rd.
La Honda, CA 94020
(650) 747-1200
Click here for a map of the area.
Click here to create driving
directions from your location using Yahoo! Maps.
Directions from the San
Francisco area:
Take Interstate 280
South (toward San Jose). Go approximately 18 miles and take the Woodside Road
exit (State Highway 84) west toward Woodside. Take a right at the end of the
exit ramp onto Woodside Road. Stay on this road through the towns of Woodside
and Sky Londa. Go past the town of La Honda 1 mile and take a left at Pescadero
Road and follow signs to YMCA Camp Jones Gulch. The camp will be on your left,
about 4 miles down Pescadero Road. Turn left onto Jones Gulch road and follow
it to the administration building.
Directions from the San
Jose area:
Take Interstate 280
North (toward San Francisco). Go approximately 18 miles and take the Woodside
Road exit (State Highway 84) west toward Woodside. Take a left at the end of
the exit ramp onto Woodside Road. Stay on this road through the towns of
Woodside and Sky Londa. Go past the town of La Honda 1 mile and take a left at
Pescadero Road and follow signs to YMCA Camp Jones Gulch. The camp will be on
your left, about 4 miles down Pescadero Road. Turn left onto Jones Gulch road
and follow it to the administration building.
PLEASE NOTE: There is no cellular phone
reception or service at Camp Jones Gulch. Pay phones are located onsite for
your convenience.
Andhra Family Camp Rules
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1.
For the consideration of
all the other campers and staff here at the Gulch, quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m.
2. Your safety is our number one concern. In case of an
emergency (fire, earthquake, etc...) everyone is to assemble in the grassy ball field
in North Tolowa. This way we take a head count and make sure you're
OK.
3.
The Gulch is a family
campsite, in keeping with the family ideals; the use of alcoholic beverages
has been prohibited on campgrounds. !
4.
If you are a smoker, we
have designated smoking areas just for you behind the Main Dining Hall Fire
place. We do ask that you refrain from smoking anywhere else in the
camp.
5. As you may know, this is an environmental center. You
can help us keep it looking clean and fresh for the wildlife that reside here
by throwing your trash in receptacles. Also, recycling bins have been
placed around camp for your convenience. I
6. Because you are sharing the camp with others, we ask
that you use only the facilities assigned to your group.
7. Parking- To avoid confusion and for your safety, there
are designated parking areas around camp. If you have questions, please contact
the office. lt is important that the camp roads are kept clean in case
emergency vehicles need to get through.
8. Please do not hesitate to tell us about any
maintenance problems that might come up during your stay. We apologize for
any inconvenience that these may cause you and we'll do our best to correct the
situation immediately. !
9. For your convenience, there are pay phones located at
the Dinning Hall, Wasiata Headquarters (Randolph Lodge) and the Administration
Building.
10. Trail Maps are available from the camp office. For
your safety we suggest that you don’t hike alone and that you stay on the
trails. Also, keep an eye out for
poison oak and stinging nettles.
11.
Serving you the best
food possible is something we continually strive for. Punctuality is
important; otherwise the food may become cold or even be gone if you show
up late.
12. No pets are
to be brought into camp,
13. Firearms or other weapons are not allowed
14. Groups are responsible for the supervision and conduct
of their members at all times. The group shall compensate damages caused to the
camp.
ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND COUNTY LAWS AND REGULATIONS
WILL BE ENFORCED. THE CAMP WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE IF CAMPERS CHOOSE TO DEVIATE
FROM THESE LAWS.
Frequently
Asked Questions
Q: I have an Infant kid. Is the milk provided?
A: Yes. We are making arrangements for microwaves and round the clock milk for Infants.
Q: Are the cabins heated?
A: Yes. All the cabins are heated
Q: Is the food provided?
A: yes. Breakfast, Lunch, Snack and Dinner are provided as per the camp schedule.
Q: Where is the nearest town?
A: Nearest town is La Honda, which is approx. 5 miles away.
Q: Do I need to bring the basic first aid and medication?
A: Yes. Although we are making arrangements, we recommend that you bring the basic medication and first-aid such as band aids, Tylenol, cold medication etc.
Q: Is there wild life on the camp?
A: Yes. Birds, Deer, and Raccoon are common sights
Q: Is there a convenient store at the camp?
A: No. There is no store at camp. SiliconAndhra will be selling few needy items at nominal price at ‘Buddy Kottu”
Q: Can I use my cell phone at the camp?
A: No cell phone work at the camp. You need to use pay phones at the camp.
Area Map
Contact Us
Dilip Kondiparti: 408-888-0464 – Kondiparti@yahoo.com
Kamesh Eranki: 510-796-8077 - keranki22@yahoo.com
RamaKrishna Tiruveedhula:
408-861-0377 - rktiru@
hotmail.com
Anand Kuchibhotla: