#MakaNakaPlastic Upcycling Experience

PRESENTED BY:

Make It Happen
TYPE OF EXPERIENCE

Corporate Offsite
LOCATION

North Goa
PRICE

–
DURATION

3 hours
PHYSICAL INTENSITY

Light
GROUP SIZE

Min. 10, Max. 25

Outdoors
Art & Design
Educational
Culinary Heritage
Food

About the experience

Contribute to a greener future through this experience upcycling textile waste, a critical step towards reducing landfill pollution. Participate in various stages of creating #MakaNakaPlastic textile bags – a hands-on experience that includes measuring, cutting, stitching, and even block-printing. Embrace the joy of repurposing discarded fabrics and witness their transformation to new purpose. Gain valuable insights and practical skills as you actively contribute to the creation of eco-friendly alternatives. Feel the gratification of making a difference as you distribute these sustainable #MakaNakaPlastic textile bags, sharing their eco-conscious message at bustling markets, stores, and gatherings. Get ready to dive into the world of upcycling and experience the joy of turning waste into something truly meaningful!

Highlights

Insightful introduction by the founder of the Centre for Sustainability in Goa, setting the stage for your journey towards eco-consciousness.
Learn from the inspiring eco-conscious community, exploring sustainability in both your personal and professional pursuits.
Discover the impactful #MakaNakaPlastic textile bag campaign, a powerful initiative in the realm of upcycling and waste reduction.
Engage as a team in the creation of these upcycled bags, actively participating in various stages including gathering the textile, measuring, cutting, stitching, and even block-printing.
Embrace the role of a distributor or seller as you take your #MakaNakaPlastic bags to local markets, connecting with the community and spreading the message of sustainability.

#MakaNakaPlastic Upcycling Experience

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No. of adults (13+ yrs)(Required)

No. of Children (5-12 yrs)

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Need help to choose an experience, or combine multiple experiences to make a day of it, or make group bookings for 20+ people?
Call: +91 9764972646

WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Equipment to make your #MakaNakaPlastic bags.
- Guidance by experts.
WHAT’S EXCLUDED
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (although this can be arranged at an added cost).
- Meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner)
- We do not provide umbrellas, raincoats, hats/caps, face-masks or sanitisers
TRAVELLER TIPS
- Participate with an open mind as the experience is centred around sustainability.
- There is ample opportunity to be creative so please share your ideas without holding back.
FAQ’s
1. How do we reach the meeting point ?
  A link to the location will be sent to your phone along with further details of the tour, the name and number of your guide.
2. Do you offer a pick-up or drop-off facility ?
  We do not provide pick-up or drop-off facilities. Guests are required to arrange their own transportation to and from the starting point of the tour.
3. Is there parking available ?
  Yes. There is ample parking space around the meeting point.
4. Who can be a part of this experience ?
  This experience is perfectly suited for groups seeking insights into sustainability and ways to make a positive impact. It is also an ideal choice for corporate groups, groups including children and senior citizens, who wish to know more about sustainability and foster a greater understanding of its significance.
5. What hands-on activities will be included in this experience ?
  This immersive experience offers guests the chance to actively participate in hands-on activities, where they will be involved in measuring, cutting, stitching, and block-printing their very own #MakaNakaPlastic bag. The experience concludes with a visit to a local market where guests sell #MakaNakaPlastic bags, interact with the community and spread the message of sustainability.
6. I do not know how to stitch or sew. Will I still be able to participate in this experience ?
  Definitely! No need to worry about your sewing skills. We have experts who will be present throughout the experience to guide and assist the group with the stitching and sewing of their #MakaNakaPlastic bags.
7. Are meals/food/snacks included ?
  Yes. The experience includes a simple home cooked meal. Please inform us of your dietary preferences and any allergies beforehand.
8. We cannot travel to the location. Can this experience be arranged at our preferred location ?
  While we can accommodate arrangements at an alternate venue for this experience, we highly recommend experiencing this activity at the Centre for Sustainability.
9. What is the maximum group size ?
  We can conduct this experience for a maximum of 25 guests.
MANDATES
- Littering is strictly prohibited. Avoid carrying disposable or single-use materials.
- Guests are required to carry their own reusable water bottles.
- Alcohol consumption during the tour is prohibited.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancel up to 7 days before the Experience start time for a full refund, or within 24 hours of booking as long as the booking is made more than 48 hours before the start time.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If we cancel the experience due to unavoidable circumstances, then a full refund will be processed.
- For groups sizes of 15 and above, refund upon cancellation will be provided if cancellation is done 7 days prior to the booking date of the experience.

Location

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Our Storytellers

Our experiences are led by passionate, professional, English-speaking local storytellers.

Amreen Shaikh

Lata Rodrigues

Raysancia D’cunha

Abhijith Ramesh

Evane Picardo

Petula Castellino

Nelson Menezes

Josina D’Silva

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