NEW TREKKING ROUTE IN NANGI

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On November 23, 2010January 4, 2011By In News, Village

This fall TAAN, the Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal, launched three new treks – one of which will benefit the schools in and around Nangi village. Mahabir Pun has always had the vision of a trekking route close to home.  This dream became a reality when the Borderlands Resort’s Director Megh Ale agreed to team with the Himanchal Educational Foundation to create this new route.  Coordinated by Nature-Treks, these community eco-lodge treks emphasize communities, conservation, and environmentally sustainable travel.  Trekkers will travel for seven days to six villages (see Trek #1 on google map), whose elevations range from 2,700 feet...

Himanchal School as seen by Andris Bjornson

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On March 27, 2009March 27, 2009By In Foundation, School, Village

Andris Bjornson is a professional photographer who visited Nangi and surrounding areas in Nov-Dec 2008. He took some great shots of the area, and has kindly permitted us to republish here. Check out the mindblowing pictures on our Facebook album (and share yours if you have some good ones from your trips to Nangi!)  Don’t forget to visit Andris’s site for more pictures and commentary – http://www.andrisbjornson.com/

HEF’s Cottage Industries — Paper Making

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On December 5, 2008December 5, 2008By In Foundation, Local Commerce, Village

Thanks to Mahabir Pun’s efforts, many village women in Nangi now have a sustainable income to help support their families.  It is difficult for westerners to imagine the impact that bringing an additional $2.00/day can make on a family’s well-being: it is the difference between having enough money for a few extra things at the local ‘shop’ for the kids, an occasional chicken from traveling salespersons, or a festive new sari for a special occasion. Over the last four years, the women have had several trainings focusing on how to construct diaries which are made entirely from handmade paper and...