Pong Leuk Village with WWF


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Published: June 10th 2008
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You may remember my previous visit to this remote Karien Village on the border of Mynamar (Burma). Last time, I was only there for a few hours. This time I had permission to stay for 5 days, in order to find out more about what is needed here, & to write up a volunteer specification for future volunteers. I also had the chance to get involved with a lesson at the local school. The WWF are working... Read Full Entry



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This Army Dog followed me home every night & kept guard outside my tentThis Army Dog followed me home every night & kept guard outside my tent
This Army Dog followed me home every night & kept guard outside my tent

One night, she was barking at something in the forest & wouldn't keep quiet. I'm not sure what it was, but all sorts of thoughts crossed my mind!
Before I left, they christened me with my new Thai nick name.....Before I left, they christened me with my new Thai nick name.....
Before I left, they christened me with my new Thai nick name.....

Khampun. Apparently it means "white gold", which I guess refers to my hair ;-)
Spot the flea!Spot the flea!
Spot the flea!

I have never seen so many fleas on 1 small animal!
Before setting off back alog the trackBefore setting off back alog the track
Before setting off back alog the track

I was sad to leave as many good friends were made here.



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