Adventure & Wildlife - January 2018

In this issue

It’s nice to hear that Adventure Sports is coming of age in our
country, the first Adventure Sports Expo was held in Delhi, a
large number of Adventure Professionals, Enthusiasts attended
the event that was well supported by the industry and the
Government of India.
Today youngsters are looking at Adventure & Wildlife activities as
a profession with International bodies offering certifications to enhance
their passion and take it up a notch higher by training and
offering expertise in theirspecific activities, be alone Base jumping,
Para-motoring, skiing, Himalayan expeditions, Off-roading and
many other such activities.
The Ministry of Tourism (MoT) has announced 2018 as ‘The Year of
Adventure Tourism’, the Adventure Tour Operators Association
of India (ATOAI) will spearhead various activities across the
country to promote adventure travel and celebrate the year of
adventure tourism. Bangalore, being the rock climbing centre of
India - it has a lot of history! My first stint was about 3 decades ago
at Ramnagara, we have put together the history and some
interesting facts.

Adventure & Wildlife Magazine Description:

Adventure & Wildlife, a bi-monthly magazine which focuses mainly on Adventure & Wildlife destinations, along with this, the equipment used, expert views on relevant issues, advice & suggestions, safety norms, guidelines. The magazine also touches upon the challenges faced by the communities & other stake holders of these resources and also on conservation issues like Man Animal Conflict. We shall showcase the best practices and achievements from individuals and organizations that have made major contributions in these sectors keeping in mind some of the above parameters.