SCC-Nature Conservation | RC-11/26 | 2026-08-17 - 2026-08-26 | ENVI,SOCI,MANU | Age: 18 - 80

RUCHI NGO with Forest Department

Work: Protect unique habitats and explore local fauna and flora for protection and conservation. You are expected to remove invasive plants & help endangered species, Work in stunning reserves, chop fuelwood, do soil working and natural composting. Plant trees, build nesting boxes & clean up nature areas, Learn about rare plants & animals from local experts. Make polythene green house fully operational. Since environmental education and protection is the focus of the camp they will be expected to create awareness on issues like global warming, climate change, Carbon emission, sustainable lifestyle etc. while visiting local communities. Besides tree plantation, volunteers will be given an exposure of other humanitarian projects, meeting with women groups, physical activity in RUCHI campus and work in communities or slums.

Accomodation and food: Volunteers will stay at peaceful RUCHI campus on twin/triple sharing basis. Bed and beddings are provided. Simple basic amenities will be available. Though cooked authentic Indian vegetarian meals will be served volunteers are expected to assist the cook.

Location: Baddi

Location and Leisure: Ruchi campus which is located near Bandh village. It is 30 km from Kalka town and 60 km from Chandigarh city. The area offers a unique opportunity to live with nature in a peaceful environment. During leisure time, discover vibrant rural life, visit nearby places of attraction like old Sikh and Hindu temples, Kasauli hill station. A visit to Shimla, the state capital, will offer an opportunity to see high Himalayan Mountains and British architecture.

Airport: DEL

Train/Bus station: Kalka

Requirements: Interest in environment and climate changing issues. Physical fitness, Flexibility and High level of motivation.

Kalka

Language: eng

Extra Fee: 230 EUR

With this project we aim to do our bit to reverse climate change and preserve biodiversity of our surrounding through education and actions. Overtime we have assisted in planting more than 10,000 trees in last 5 years. Along with plantation we also educate local community about carbon emission and environmentally sustainable actions which one could apply. The project relates to SDG-13 (Climate Action) and SDG-15 (Life on Land).