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peraCHAMPS-Inter University 2017-Coming Soon Intro
peraCHAMPS-Inter University 2017 || Preparations
peraCHAMPS-Inter University 2017 || Registration and Orientation
The inaugural meeting of the Inter University Adventure Sport Competition, ‘peraCHAMPS 2017’ was held on 22nd September 2017 at the common room of the Science Faculty, University of Peradeniya with the participation of leading universities throughout the country; University of Colombo, University of Ruhuna, University of Visual And Preforming Arts, South Eastern University, University of Uwa Wellassa, University of Moratuwa, University of Sri Jayawardhanepura, University of Rajarata and University of Kelaniya.
Registration of the teams with competitors was done from 4.00 pm onwards. There after an orientation was held to give the participants an idea about the Explorers’ Club and peraCHAMPS competition which they were about to experience
peraCHAMPS-Inter University 2017 || Day 1, Morning Session
The biggest event of University Explorers Club (UEC) of University of Peradeniya, “peraCHAMPS” 2017 was started on 23rd of September 2017 at 06.00 A.M. in the university ground premises. At first, the president of UEC addressed welcoming all the teams to this grand event. After that, honorable guests who were invited including Vice Chancellor - Prof. Upul B. Dissanayake, Deputy Vice Chancellor - Prof. R. L. Wijayaweera, Senior Treasurer of UEC - Dr. Jagath Gunathilaka, Former dean of the faculty of Science - Prof. Anura Wickramasinghe addressed the gathering. Thereafter, the secretary of UEC explained about the game events.
Each team was included with 8 members, 5 boys and 3 girls. 9 universities participated in this event making it more and more competitive. After addressing all the teams, they were given a chance to sign on the backdrop. Finally, Game Events were started after warming up session.
peraCHAMPS-Inter University 2017 || Day 1, Evening Session
Adventure sports events of “peraCHAMPS” 2017 were started at 09.00 A.M. from the ground premises. Competitors had a great opportunity to capture the excitement in the following events.
•Water Rafting
•Abseiling
•Waterfall climbing
•Tarzan Bridge
•Rock Climbing
•Boat event at Jayathilaka Lake
•Creative event at Camp Site
Water Rafting at Mahaweli River which was a newly added event to this competition in this year was one of the most eye catching one.
After completing all the game events, teams headed to the Camp Site. Today was one of the gigantic experience for everyone.
peraCHAMPS-Inter University 2017 || Campfire
After completing all the events, competitors of “peraCHAMPS” 2017 gathered around Camp Site. There were many activities organized for them. First one was to make their own tent. After finishing that task, they had to cook their own food with the given facilities. Everyone seemed very much excited. The best part of the day, ‘Camp Fire’ started after having dinner.
At first, all the team leaders cheered loudly for the camp fire. Then, it was fired by the president of the Explorers Club at 09.00 P.M. That evening was a very enthusiastic time with songs, dramas and many other enjoyable activities.
Finally, activities of day 1 came to an end with camp fire. Everyone got in to their tents with a load of unforgettable memories in one day. Next day will be another adventurous one at Hanthana Mountain.
peraCHAMPS-Inter University 2017 || Day 01-Highlights
peraCHAMPS-Inter University 2017 || Day 2
Second day of “peraCHAMPS” 2017 started at 06.00 A.M. from the Camp Site. Competitors had to complete a hike through Hanthana mountain range within shortest possible time. It was not just a simple hike, there were many events and challenges on their way; First Aid event, Ladder event, Seeker Challenge and many more. They had to use their common sense and team spirit to overcome those challenges.
A map with the route was given to all the teams. Competitors had to follow it. At the end of the route, there was a cycle race. And it was the last event of “peraCHAMPS” 2017. After finishing it, all the teams gathered near the Science faculty, UoP.