The YOTS Trekking Challenge is designed so that supporters can make a difference whilst exploring some of the most incredible places on earth. Presented in partnership with World Expeditions the YOTS Trekking Challenge combines a challenge of fundraising with an amazing opportunity to experience the world with like-minded YOTS supporters.

Once you have decided which trekking tour you would enjoy, register your interest and YOTS and World Expeditions will provide assistance with fundraising ideas and physical training programmes to ensure every part of your challenge is a great success. All you need is commitment, determination and a willingness to have fun and experience new challenges.

For detailed trip notes, click on the destination that appeals to you:

• The Great Wall Trekking Challenge
  
  Departs May 2008
  Visit China before it takes centre stage as the 2008 Olympic host country! Immerse yourself in Chinese culture, flying into Beijing, you will visit the ‘Forbidden City’, Tiananmen Square and the Summer Palace before heading off on a 5 day Great Wall trek where you will descend via local trails to quaint villages in Hebei Province to experience local tradition.
  
  

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• The Larapinta Trail Trekking Challenge
  
  Departs September 2007
  Experience one of the finest walks in Australia. The Larapinta Trail tour begins at Alice Springs and follows the high ridgelines of the West MacDonnell Ranges, overlooking vast flood plains and razorback rocky outcrops. You will have the opportunity to trek through Standley Chasm and conquer Mt Sonder to discover the wonders of our ancient land.
  
  

  Click on the thumbnail to enlarge picture Images courtesy World Expeditions

Take up the challenge

To participate in the YOTS trekking challenge:

1. Choose your destination
2. Send us your completed registration form and fee
3. Get started on raising the minimum sponsorship amount and physical training! We will be on hand to help you with fundraising ideas and training programmes to ensure your challenge is a great success.

How do I fundraise?

Once you have signed up for a trek, Youth Off The Streets will provide you with an Information Pack which will include a fundraising guide. This guide includes lots of hints and tips to help you meet and even exceed your fundraising target.

Youth Off The Streets have had years of experience in helping fundraisers achieve their fundraising goal. Some fundraisers like to hold a single event to raise the minimum amount, while others prefer to hold a series of smaller initiatives that are specifically targeted to raise money through their networks. The main thing to keep in mind, is making the experience fun for all involved. By choosing fundraising activities your networks enjoy, you will be surprised at how easy it can be to reach the target.

The case study below shows how easy it can be to raise $5,000 in sponsorship:

• Car washing $300
• Raffle $400
• Golf Day = $500
• Mufti day at school or work $600
• Film night at local cinema $700
• Trivia night $1500
• BBQ or dinner with small entry fee $1000
  

Download the registration form

Click here to download your PDF registration form, terms and conditions.

Complete the registration form and return it along with your registration fee to:

Youth Off The Streets
Trekking Challenge
PO Box 6025
ALEXANDRIA NSW 2015

Youth Off The Streets will send you an information pack and be in touch to help you get started.

For further information and to be involved in the 2007/08 trekking challenges, please call Ina Mullin Ph: 8332 5005 or email: inam@youthoffthestreets.com.au