Memories of a fantastic trip to Georgia

It's almost been a month since returning from what I'm sure many of us can say was a truly phenomenal experience. When I was first told about the trip my first thoughts where about what an amazing opportunity this was going to be... until moments later I had to shamefully turn to Kieran and ask him where Georgia actually was ! Georgia is such a lovely country and everyone was just so welcoming. A couple of my fondest memories of the trip are of when everyone formed a massive human chain in the stream and along the muddy slopes as it felt that we were not only working together to help build the dam, but that we were all working together as a one big team. Other memories which I hold close are when we reached the beautiful waterfall as well as the hike getting up there, meeting awesome new people and how could I ever forget.... ¡ uno ! This trip to Georgia has not only given me new skills but has also helped me grow as a person. Saying goodbye to everyone was hard and I miss you all so much - but fingers ...and toes crossed that we will all meet again soon, whether as a reunion or for another round of Georgia on my mind !

Memories of Georgia

My initial thoughts of Georgia before the trip were that of a possibly dangerous and hostile place due to its lack of westernisation leading to a skewed confusion about the place to form. This fear was quickly dispatched during the trip as the warm hearted and welcoming nature of the people shone through as they upheld there traditional routines in there ways of life. My favourite memory of this trip was helping my team consisting of both British and Georgian nationals win a multiple stage scouting skills competition designed to help develop valuable life skills such as creating structures using knots and fire making. The team work demonstrated during these tasks was a truly heart warming experience of which I will never forget. This trip allowed for not only the development of life skills such as the development of team work and leadership in the creation of the scout camp development, but it also made time to develop strong friendships and memories of which leave me striving for more.                 My thanks go to everybody involved.  Matt

memories of an unforgettable trip...

When I first got told about the trip to Georgia... my first thought was "ooh the state in America?" Georgia, in my opinion is truly an under- rated country. From the moment we stepped off the plane we were greeted by friendly locals into a "city that loves you", the welcome we received reflected the friendly atmosphere we experienced throughout the trip. I have so many wonderful memories from Georgia that it would be difficult to write them all down, however some highlights were the hike to the beautiful waterfall, learning Georgian dance (which I still  practice in my bedroom) and meeting so many wonderful people, not just from Georgia but from the UK as well. I also enjoyed the work, and the sense of accomplishment after the grand opening of the path, which will no doubt last 1000 years! In conclusion, Georgia was a trip filled with new experiences, new friends and new skills.

Memories and Goodbye

Georgia was a fantastic and a once in a lifetime experience (well hopefully not). There were so many good memories and excellent experiences. This was different from other projects I've been on because you could see what you were building and knew that it would "last 1000 years!!!" The best memory I have from this trip was team cement, we grafted and never stopped. Everyone who was on this trip will be missed but you know you can travel from Lands End to John O Groats and stop on the way for a break. First stop is Torbay where you will meet the pioneering scouts. Then through to Croydon where you can try one of the numerous Chicken Shops. After this you reach Harrow where Ed will show you paths "that will last 1000 years". After this you will reach Peterborough where you will go to a roller disco. Then a hop to the West to reach Wales where its a short climb up Snowdon. Then onwards to Liverpool where a tour of Anfield "where you will never walk alone" is a must. Onwards to Morecombe Bay where the Lifeguards will protect you. Finally a long stretch to Abroath to try the local drink of Irn Bru.
Hopefully this won't be a goodbye for long and we all have a reunion and go on more projects together.

Memories of Georgia

Hello Everybody it's Trevor from Momentum World. I met Ed & Keiran at the Janus Project conference on Thursday and they were telling me what a brilliant time you had. This was really satisfying for me as I have been involved in the idea and the planning right from the start, having met Dato when I was a trainer on an International Group Leader course in Austria last year

Now that you have been home for a week, I wonder what you are thinking about the Georgia experience and international work in general. I would be interested to see comments on the blog and Facebook. Best wishes to all.

Back in Blighty

Participants arrive back in good old Blighty after a long journey and for some still a long way from home. Well done to everyone. Ed

Some other shots of the week