Bhutan
Past, Present, Future
Our team of action-biased, human-centric designers, researchers, and all-around great human beings apply design and systems thinking techniques to solve today's problems whilst acknowledging our duty to protect 7 Generations into the future.
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Bhutan 2024 - 25
In August 2024 our roving reporter will be heading to the Kingdom of Bhutan, employed by the kingdom, to deliver masterclasses in project management to students as part of the renowned DE-SUUNG SKILLING PROGRAMME. This will provide our educator, researcher and photographer unprecedented access to capture stories of the Bhutanese culture and communities as the happiest country in the world tackles the future.
The Bhutanese government only covers teaching expenses, so to fund this expedition, we will create a photojournal coffee table and digital resources to engage with the adventurous eco-traveller. 25% of profits from sales will be distributed to a Bhutanese charity.
Lets explore an early draft of the chapters
Book Outline
Introduction
- Brief overview of Bhutan
- Purpose of the book
- World Context
Chapter 1 - Cultural Wonders
- Festivals: Paro Tsechu, Thimphu Tsechu
- Traditional dress and dances
Chapter 2 - Daily Life in Bhutan
- Happiness Index
- Urban vs. rural life
- Agricultural practices
- Influence of Technology
Chapter 3 - Natural World
- Himalayan landscapes
- National parks and wildlife
- Climate Change
Chapter 4: Architectural Marvels
- Dzongs and monasteries
- Traditional Bhutanese houses
Chapter 5: Personal Stories
- Portraits and interviews with locals
- Stories of daily life and traditions
Chapter 6: Modernity
- The Paradox
- Gross National Happiness
- Fab Lab
Chapter 7: Bhutan Adventures
- Hiking
- Mountain Biking
- Fly fishing
- Rafting
Creation of Digital
Assets
We will be creating an interactive online map and events calendar where people can plan their own journey, connect with local guides and interact with the sponsor brands.
Desired Brand Partners
Bhutan's natural environment is among the most pristine in South Asia. With a stellar performance on sustainability and carbon neutrality, Bhutan is a recognized global leader in forest and biodiversity conservation. Bhutan is the world's first carbon-negative country and is known as a global leader in forest and biodiversity conservation, with close to 70% of its area covered by forests.
A world renowned international mountaineering brand on a sustainability journey under the watchful eye of Mike Berners Lee - say no more.
Bhutan's first fly fishing shop opened in April 2024 stocking ORVIS. This is an ideal opportunity promote Bhutan's pristine rivers to a wider ecotourism community.
Are you a Brand Partner that can support Bhutan's ecological mission through storytelling and the creation of adventures?
Already an owner of an extensive collection of SONY equipment. A few key items short.
Komoot has already accompanied our adventurer through the UK, Europe and South America, with new trails to be explored and mapped in the green jewel of ASIA.
The Adventurers bookshop since 1853 - say no more!