To arrive in Yercaud for the distribution, we survived 20 hair pin
turns to an elevation of 4700 feet. This was the first time on this trip
that's we encountered cooler weather which meant we had to wear
jackets. Because we were in a large open area, the Rotarians erected
large artistically designed
canopies to protect the children and the volunteers. The Rotarians
arranged to have children brought in from 43 seperate schools and the
government shut down the regular bus system in order to provide free
transportation to the children. The distribution went very well except when a large cow decided to enter the area where the bedkits were, but was escorted away by one of the Rotarians! We enjoyed a great lunch with the Rotarians to the accompaniment of some great country and western music....such as "It's a Fine Time to leave me Lucille".
Later that evening we attended the local Rotary club meeting and received a plaque commemorating this years distribution in Yercaud.
Team Chennai 2014
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