National River Clean Up - Save Our Waterfalls & WS 3rd Anniversary

Great great great news!!! We are looking forward for a small clean up initiative at Sg Liam Waterfalls on the National River Clean Up Day!

Let's do our bit for Mother Earth!

We will also be celebrating Waterfall Survivors 3rd Anniversary on this special day.

The campaign aims for 100 participants to create another historical moment for Waterfall Survivors at Sg Liam, Selangor

Registration and  Payment dateline: 8th July 2011

OUR SUPPORTS:

Selangor Forestry Department


OUR SPONSORS:

OUR CAMPAIGN OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNERS:

SPONSORSHIP
We are looking for generous corporations for sponsorship as a part of your Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Please feel free to email us at royyie@waterfallsurvivors.com.my or contact Royyie at 016 913 6252 for further details.

1. How can I participate?
You have to make the payment of RM20 per person to Maybank account 1141 9720 7860 (Yap Wei Lea) and send your particulars to mhlok@waterfallsurvivors.com.my . For more information on registration, please contact Lok Man Hoong – 012- 3695531.

Cut and paste this!
Name:
Contact No:
Payment: Transaction number and date

2. What if I missed the payment dateline?
You are still welcomed to join us on the event day. You can register yourself on the event day, however you will need to pay RM30 as walk-in participant.

3. Can I get a refund if I end up not going?
Regrettably no refund will be made as arrangement will be made upon your confirmation of registration and payment.

4. What is the brief itinerary of the event?

0700- Gather at PETRONAS (opposite Tesco Mutiara Damansara)
0730- Carpool to Sg Liam
0830- Registration at event venue
0910- A few words from Ms. Joe Yap, President and Founder of WS
0915- Warm-up exercise
Safety Briefing by WS committee
Participants break into groups
0930- Clean-up activities start
1200- Lunch break (Provided)
Free & Easy
1330- Gather and leave event venue

5. What do I get?
You will get to experience a weekend contributing to the clean-up and awareness initiative at the scenic natural heritage at Sg Liam Falls and meeting interesting people. You will also get personal accident coverage for the event day (up to RM25,000, only for age 16-70), cleaning equipments, certificate of participation, and goodies bag by our sponsors.

6. Do I get an event T-Shirt on that day?
To Support our environmental theme, we are not going to print T-Shirt for the campaign. Less production.. less emission = less heat! Wear a Green T-Shirt!!! Our theme colour is GREEN!

7. Where do I park my car if I'm carpooling?
We encourage you to park inside The Curve (RM3/entry) or Tesco. Please avoid leaving valuables in the car. Parking charges for Tesco Mutiara Damansara is FOC. Please avoid leaving valuables in the car.

8. What time do I have to be at the meet-up point?
You are advised to be there by 7am. The last convoy will be leaving sharp at 7.30am! We encourage participants to carpool as there are limited parking available.

9. What is in the goodies bag?
A surprise!

10. Can I bring children?
Yes, only if they are age 5 and above, and they should be supervised by you at all times. However those below the age of 16 will not be covered under our personal insurance policy.

11. What should I pack?
We advise you to pack light as we do not provide luggage area at the event venue. Here’s a checklist for you and your bag:
Attire: T-Shirt - GREEN
Long Pants (Advisable to avoid cuts when transporting rubbish to dumpsite)
Trekking shoes or sandals
Drinking water
Light snacks, i.e. nuts, chocolate, granola bars
Extra clothing for change
Towel
Cutlery and reusable container or plate

Optional
Insect repellent
Zip lock bags for non-water resistance items
Personal medication (if necessary), i.e. inhaler
Poncho or raincoat
Camera or video

12. Do I get any food or drink?
Yes. We will be providing Lunch. However, please bring your own reusable container for food, forks and spoon. Please bring your own water.

13. Which group will I be assigned to?
You will be given your assigned a group according to your level of fitness

14. What are the groups?
One group will be responsible for cleaning of the event venue, while another group will go around educating and creating awareness to the public.

15. When do I get the certificate of participation?
You will receive it at the end of the event at the registration counter to collect your certificate.

16. Is there any professional around?
There will be certified Life Guard by Malaysian Life saving Society and certified First Aider by Malaysian Red Crescent Society on the event day. The event staff will carry a complete first aid and medical kit (any medication consumed is at user’s own risk).

17. What time will it finish?
We are scheduled to wrap-up by 1.30pm – it is safe to keep yourself available from 7am to 4pm on that day, unless specify otherwise. The latest time to leave back to meet-up points is at 2pm. Waterfall Survivors reserves the right to make modify the departure and return time at any point due to unforeseen conditions of the vehicle, road, or weather change.

18. Can I smoke or consume alcohol or take recreational drugs during the event?
You are allowed to smoke at the event venue, however kindly do so away from the crowd particularly children, as we acknowledge the risk of second-hand smokers. It is not advisable to drink any alcohol beverage or use any recreational drugs during the event. Kindly note that illicit drugs are punishable by death sentence in Malaysia under the Dangerous Drug Act 1952.

19. Anything else I should know?
You should note that clean-up at waterfalls involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard our members and volunteers, we will not be held responsible for any personal injury or loss due to the action of members or volunteers which are beyond our control.

If you have any question pertaining to the information on this sheet, kindly email to enquiry@waterfallsurvivors.com.my and we will reply you soon.

Looking forward to see you on 10th July 2011!!!

For more information, please contact:

Sponsorship: Royyie Ling - 016-913 6252 or royyie@waterfallsurvivors.com.my

Media: Cindy Ho (Secretary) – 016 375 8235 or cindy@waterfallsurvivors.com.my

Treasurer: Nicholas Tan - 014-6303999 or nic@@waterfallsurvivors.com.my

Participant Registration: Lok Man Hoong - 012-3695531 or mhlok@@waterfallsurvivors.com.my

Ad-Hoc Committee Registration: Liew Mun Tip 012-3056173 or muntip@@waterfallsurvivors.com.my

A WALK WITH NATURE TO WATERFALL (DAY TRIP)

A land of spectacular vistas, undulating terrain and ancient rain forests, Malaysia offers unlimited opportunities for a trekker. The wild of the country’s extensive national parks and wildlife reserves presents an opportunity to rediscover the allure of nature.

On our Nature Trekking Escapade tours, you'll trek through century-old forests, near the pristine rivers and waterfalls that make up the incredible collection of natural landscapes bordering the mountains and landscapes in the region.

ITINERARY
0800 Pick up from Hotel
0815 Start Journey
0915 Batu Caves
1030 Start Drive to Traihead for Jungle Trekking
1100 Reach Trailhead, Start trekking
1200 Reach Waterfall, Lunch at Waterfall (Packed Lunch provided)
Free and Easy (swimming, a walk in the jungle, photography, and etc.)
1300 Trekking Back to Trail Head (45mins)
1500 Reach trail head
1530 Visit Aborigines Musuem
1600 Depart back to Hotel

PACKAGE PRICE: RM130 per pax (Min 2 pax)

WE PROVIDE:
· Zip Lock Bag
· Mineral Water
· Lunch
· Guides (Qualified First Aider/Life Saver)
· Transport from Pick Up Point

THINGS TO BRING OF YOUR OWN
· Extra Clothing to change
· Towel
· Medication (if necessary)- First Aid Kit is with Guide
· Camera (optional)
· Personal Toiletries (Environment Friendly)

ATTIRE
· Casual T-Shirts with Long/Short Pants
· Jungle Trekking Shoes/Sandals/Sport Shoes
· Socks
· Extra pair of slipper/shoes (incase of emergency i.e. shoes worn out)

BOOKINGS AND PAYMENT

-Day Trips: Booking has to be made at least 48 hrs prior to departure.
-Overnight Trips: Booking has to be made at least 14 days prior to departure
-Full payment to be made upon confirmation of booking.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

Participants should note that an adventure trip involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard our guest, we cannot be held responsible for personal injury or loss due to the action of clients which are beyond our control. A signed release or Indemnity Form will be required from all participants from Waterfall Explorers Sdn. Bhd.

Waterfall Explorers Sdn. Bhd. and our partners reserve the right to make such alteration to departure and completion dates, reducing the extent of a trip, etc, that we deem necessary due to road, river or weather conditions or other conditions beyond our control including minimum safe running numbers, before and whilst on a trip.

Postponement notice will be provided by Waterfall Explorers Sdn. Bhd. or our partner prior to the trip. Due to bad weather or high water in which high risks is unavoidable or insufficient participants. All payment will be transferred to a later date of same trip scheduled or a full refund to guest if services not rendered.

Guest may postpone the trip to the later date but no cancelation shall be entertained. NO REFUND for cancelation by guest.

Waterfalls are beautiful but extremely DANGEROUS. Only attempt with experience guides. Take Nothing but Photographs, Leave Nothing but Footprint

4WD ADVENTURE TO THE ROUGH TERRAIN OF MALAYSIA RAINFOREST (DAYTRIP)

Malaysia’s rugged terrain, dense rain forests and numerous mountainous regions make it an irresistible destination for off road driving enthusiasts. Mud, heat, sloping hills and rainstorms add to the challenge in the gruelling and exhilarating sport of off road adventure. With 58 per cent of the country still under jungle cover, Malaysia’s terrain bring out the best of man and machine in a test of skill under ever changing conditions. Our experienced four wheel guides will let you experience the fun and excitement on our rough terrains in our rainforest. Get ready for a good time!

Itinerary
0900 Pick up from Hotel and Briefing
0930 Start Drive to 4WD Trail Head (approx 2 hrs)
1130 Start of 4WD Adventure (1.5 hrs depending on terrain)
1300 Reach Waterfalls, Lunch at Waterfall
Jungle Trekking / Free and Easy (swimming, a walk in the jungle, photography, and etc.)
1630 Start 4WD Adventure
1900 Reach Trail Head and head back to Hotel

PACKAGE PRICE: RM200 per pax.(Min 4 pax)

WE PROVIDE:
· Zip Lock Bag
· Mineral Water
· Lunch at Waterfall
· Tea Break
· Guides (Qualified First Aider and Life Saver)
· 4WD Transport
· Transport throughout the journey (to and fro hotel)

THINGS TO BRING OF YOUR OWN

· Extra Clothing to change
· Towel
· Medication (if necessary)- First Aid Kit is with Guide
· Camera (optional)
· Personal Toiletries (Environment Friendly)

ATTIRE
· Casual T-Shirts with Long/Short Pants
· Jungle Trekking Shoes/Sandals/Sport Shoes
· Socks
· Extra pair of slipper/shoes (incase of emergency i.e. shoes worn out)

BOOKINGS AND PAYMENT
-Day Trips: Booking has to be made at least 48 hrs prior to departure.
-Overnight Trips: Booking has to be made at least 14 days prior to departure
-Full payment to be made upon confirmation of booking.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

Participants should note that an adventure trip involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard our guest, we cannot be held responsible for personal injury or loss due to the action of clients which are beyond our control. A signed release or Indemnity Form will be required from all participants from Waterfall Explorers Sdn. Bhd.

Waterfall Explorers Sdn. Bhd. and our partners reserve the right to make such alteration to departure and completion dates, reducing the extent of a trip, etc, that we deem necessary due to road, river or weather conditions or other conditions beyond our control including minimum safe running numbers, before and whilst on a trip.

Postponement notice will be provided by Waterfall Explorers Sdn. Bhd. or our partner prior to the trip. Due to bad weather or high water in which high risks is unavoidable or insufficient participants. All payment will be transferred to a later date of same trip scheduled or a full refund to guest if services not rendered.

Guest may postpone the trip to the later date but no cancelation shall be entertained. NO REFUND for cancelation by guest.

Waterfalls are beautiful but extremely DANGEROUS. Only attempt with experience guides. Take Nothing but Photographs, Leave Nothing but Footprint

600 participate in clean-up campaign to commemorate Earth Day

Thursday April 28, 2011

By JADE CHAN
jade@thestar.com.my
Photos by CHAN TAK KONG

METTE Foldager Donstrup had fun during a clean-up campaign at the Sungai Tua Recreational Park as she collected a host of garbage left by picnickers and campers, including “unusual” items like pencils, batteries and utensils.

“There is so much trash here, and some was even buried underground!” exclaimed the 11-year-old who was with her family — father Bjarne, mother Henriette, and siblings Morten and Marie.
During Earth Week at her school, Mette said she also learnt about the 3Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle) and how to reduce the amount of trash generated and water used.

 

A must-hug figure: Volunteers having fun with Mr Bin during the Save Our Waterfalls Campaign.

 

Schoolteacher Henriette said they teach the children about the environment and green habits, which is widely practised in Denmark — their home country.

Bjarne, who is Maersk Malaysia’s managing director, said the activity served as a nature appreciation trip and offered a good opportunity to spend time with family and colleagues.

The Foldager Donstrup family were among the 600 participants at the fifth Save Our Waterfalls Campaign organised to commemorate Earth Day.

The campaign is a regular initiative by the Waterfall Survivors Facebook group aimed at preserving the natural heritage for future generations and instilling civic consciousness among Malaysians.

The event was supported by Tourism Ministry as part of the “1Malaysia Green Tourism, 1Malaysia Clean” campaign, Selangor Forestry Department and several other government agencies.

The campaign, which marks the biggest thus far, featured participants from high schools, colleges, corporations, members of Waterfall Survivors and the public.

About two tonnes of garbage was collected at the end of the campaign.

Preserving nature: The students were not afraid of wading into the river to help retrieve trash wedged in the rocks.

 

Tourism Ministry Selangor state director Arshad Mustapa said the “1Malaysia Green Tourism, 1Malaysia Clean” campaign was launched last year to foster an appreciation for beauty and cleanliness among Malaysians, particularly at tourist attractions.

“The public are invited to participate in the campaign by ranking tourist attractions, eateries and public amenities like bus stops and toilets they have visited on the campaign website,” he said.

“Operators who are placed in the Hall of Fame list will be given a certificate of acknowledgement, while clean-up programmes will be organised for those ranked in the Hall for Improvement.”

At the state level, Arshad said there are plans for more clean-up activities similar to the Save Our Waterfalls campaign throughout the year.

“We invite students who are part of their school’s Tourism Club to educate them about the impact on our environment and tourism if cleanliness is not practised,” he said.

Clean-up crew: Students from several secondary schools and colleges joined the clean-up campaign to beautify the Sungai Tua Recreational Park.

 

Waterfall Survivors founder Joe Yap said the campaign aims to educate the public and change people’s mindset to not simply discard rubbish, do their bit for Mother Earth and protect the environment.
“Education and a cultivation of the green habit from young are very important. Even children can teach their parents to go green,” she said.

“We hope the participants’ environmental practices go beyond the campaign. We not only want to keep our homes clean, but also streets, parks and public places.”

Yap attributed the larger number of participants, which is double their usual number, to greater interest in the campaign and greater awareness about the environment.

“However, there is much more that can be done, hence Waterfall Survivors hopes to reach out to more schools and companies with our awareness programmes,” she said.
For updates on the campaign, visit waterfallsurvivors.blogspot.com

Waterfalls are beautiful but extremely DANGEROUS. Only attempt with experience guides. Take Nothing but Photographs, Leave Nothing but Footprints

NTV 7 News on 24th April 2011

Waterfalls are beautiful but extremely DANGEROUS. Only attempt with experience guides. Take Nothing but Photographs, Leave Nothing but Footprints

Bernama News 25th April 2011

Waterfalls are beautiful but extremely DANGEROUS. Only attempt with experience guides. Take Nothing but Photographs, Leave Nothing but Footprints