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THE MAEKOK RIVER VILLAGE
OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTRE
BAN THATON,CHIANGMAI PROVINCE,
THAILANDwww.mrvproject.com
WHERE ARE WE?
Cultural diversity
Community Projects…the
beginnings
And then the natural extension……… …working with
local schools
Priorities: Health and Hygiene
Toilets Water supply
Canteens and
kitchens
Refurbish…. ……..or build new
Toilets
Pates Grammar School,
U.K.
Water supply
....and
wells
Tanks……
General educational facilities
Libraries…big
…….or small
In this school, but over the years, students from West Island School from Hong Kong have
not only built this nursery…
but new toilets, a medical room, a library and a new set of classrooms. This year they are
extending and refurbishing the canteen, raising a total of over US$35 000 since 2004
Dormitories
Critical to reduce absenteeism
Since 2004, international schools have contributed about US$275 000
and undertaken almost 100 projects…but there is a far wider
‘knock-on’ effect
ALL MATERI ALS
ARE PURCHASED
FROM LOCAL SHOPS
THE MRVR BUYS
90% OF SUPPLI ES
FROM LOCAL SHOPS
LOCAL TRANSPORT
I S USED TO TAKE
STUDENTS TO THE
PROJ ECTS
LOCAL LABOURERS
EMPLOYED
A few other ongoing projects include
sponsorship for local students
and providing funding to maintain music and dance in local schools, assisted by the
UK based charity, Musequality
And teaching English
The Summer Gap Programme
The aim is for you to make a difference to:-
• Schools and students in the north of Thailand
• And to your university application!!!!!
Outline Programme• Three day ‘crash course’ in teaching English, plus
activities at the outdoor centre• A total of 14 days teaching or construction / refurbishment
work, with plenty of options for sports and other activities• A guided weekend visit to Chiang Mai• A weekend hiking and biking in Fha Hom Pok National
Park• A final expedition down the Maekok River…a journey to
include camping, kayaking, long-tailed boats, an elephant ride and a visit to the Golden Triangle before a final night in Chiang Rai