An Excursion Trip

Co-curricular activities are a vital part of the learning phase of a student. When the classroom routine becomes monotonous, such activities help in revitalization. In addition to instilling various qualities like discipline, sharing, time and resource management in the students, these activities help in the holistic growth of the personality development of the students, too. One such activity is an excursion trip.

The management of Beaconhill college, Gujrat arranged a one-day tour, on Saturday, for its students and staff members. The trip was destined for Kohala, a famous tourist destination located at a distance of almost 90 kms from Islamabad. Though, due to some late arrivals, the journey started an hour late, but still the time was organized properly due to VP's exceptional time-management strategies.

Talking about the destination, the place was replete with natural beauty: lush green hills, Neelum river with all its splendour, flowing stream, diving birds, cool breeze, clouds, intermittent drizzle, and above all, "love birds": some with families and offsprings, and some newly coupled. The only speciality of this place was sitting on the charpoys erected in the flowing water and dipping your feet in the ice-cold water. After spending sufficient time at the place and providing a lavish lunch to all, the return journey was started.
On the way back, a limited time was also spent on The Mall Road, Murree. Hot coffee and ice cream were given to all which was enjoyed in the freezing cool breeze with a drizzle.
Afterwards, a short span of time was spent at Lake View Park, Islamabad, where, the young students even the FDO, enjoyed the Bike Ride in particular. On the way back, a sumptuous surprise meal was also given at McDonald's Jhelum, that filled the appetite.
Not acknowledging the efforts of staff would be a severe dishonesty. So, to start with the most efficient one, Sir Daniyal. Though, he must have been penalized for a late arrival in the morning, but his dedication for the "cause", ordering meals, serving, sharing poetry and witty use of expressions, washed away his sin and consequently accumulated to a wonderful experience of travelling with him.
Sir Zabeeh u Allah, the second most favourite of the students, and one who fought for the "cause", too, played his part, exceptionally, by being a DJ and keeping his students organized in a proper way.
The incharge of BCom, Sir Altaf, being a smart and witty person, wearing a highly formal outfit on an excursion tour, skillfully performed his duties, too, in neither letting the person sitting next to them to have a nap, nor allowing their group members to disseminate.
Next, the FDO of the college, seemed unable to be recognized due to her transforming into altogether a different person with a unique exquisite look. The outfit, the appearance, and overall a child-like excitement, all accumulated to a perfect combination. Apart from it, she dutifully played her part too, starting from collections, maintaining records and keeping her flock together.
Now, the most significant person who made this all possible is The VP. Beginning with the struggling for the "cause", verbal and written permissions, arrangement of everything even the small items, and completing documentation. Besides these, the worth mentioning part of her contribution is the practical application of time and resource management, without which the trip could not have been successful. Million thanks to her. All the other staff members who were given responsibilities, fulfilled them in the best manner, too.

In short, all the students excitedly participated, though some remained mysteriously silent throughtout the tour. And the staff carried out their responsibilities perfectly in order to make the journey unforgettable and cherishable for life.

Brmirza