Trek From Rajgad to Torna on 1st & 2nd December 2012

Dear OffBeaters,

We invite you for a range trek Rajgad to Torna, on 1st & 2nd December 2012, Starting on 30th Nov Night.

It’s a day night trek, will be an unique experience, walking on the ridge under the moonlight skies

Trivia :

Type : Range Trek

Height : 4500 ft approx

Region : Gunjavane Velhe

Grade: Medium : Endurance

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

30th November 2012,

Meeting point : Dadar Swaminarayan Temple Gate no 3, 10.30pm sharp

10.45 pm : Start towards Gunjawane

1st December 2012,
05.00 am : Reach Gunjawane, Breakfast,

06.00 am : Start ascending

08.00 am : Padmavati Machi, fort exploration, Balekkilla

12.30 pm : Lunch

01.30 pm : Visit Suvela and Sanjivani Machi

04.00 pm : Start descending towards torna

08.00 pm : Break for dinner

10.00 pm : Resume for the night trek towards Torna ( It will be a pleasant experience full moon night )

1.30 pm : Torna Base, Retire under open sky

2nd December 2012,

07.00 am : Start ascending torna fort

08.30 am : Toranjai temple, Breakfast, fort exploration

12.30 pm : Lunch

01.30 pm : Start descending

04.30 pm : Velhe

05.30 pm : Start Return Journey

09.30 pm : each Mumbai ( Subjective )

Contribution

Rs 1500/- per head which includes,

2 Breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 evening refreshments, 1 dinner

and transportation From Dadar to Dadar

Please go through the Rules and Regulations before registration.

Registration :

For registration kindly transfer Rs.1500/- per head in the given a/c

In the Name of : Ms Priti P Patel

Bank : Union Bank Of India

Branch : Juhu Tara Mumbai

Account No : 369102010801696
IFSC Code : UBIN0536911

Maximum Group size : 25

Entry on first come first basis

Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email, mobile number and Location) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Things to be carried:
Mandatory articles

Identity proof

Lunch for Saturday (Must)

Water atleast 3 liters (Must)

Candles and TORCH with extra batteries (Must)

Good Warm Bedding

(Its gonna be too cold at night, and we are resting under open sky)

A plate, mug, and spoon (Must)

Ready to eat dry food stuff

Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes

Recommended

Old news papers,

Windcheaters,

Personal medicines,

Cap

Scarf

Instructions :

Ø Prior trekking experience is mandatory.

Ø Wear comfortable cotton clothing, carry sufficient warm cloths and proper bedding as it might be too cold atop at night.

Ø Wear good grip providing comfortable shoes. ( in good condition should not tear during the trek )

Ø Keep the baggage light, Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas. Carry proper bag pack, with all the zips working and no damaged strands.

Registration or queries:

Rajas Deshpande: 9664782503
Priti Patel : 9987990300

Zeenat Sikilkar : 9850193039

Rules and regulations:

1. Do understand that we do not arrange picnics. It follows that if one seeks luxury and absolute comfort then we can hardly help them. ;)

2. Offbeat Sahyadri believe in being one with nature and that is possible only when we shed all city slicker attitudes. Of course by that we do not suggest that one should be ready for any kind of nonsense.

3. Utmost care is taken to ensure safety of the group and care is taken that no one is inconvenienced because of factors within our control.

4. We do expect our offbeater friends to understand group dynamics and leave at home their individuality. They should be prepared to share and care. That makes and all the physical and mental exhaustion forgettable and the trek itself becomes unforgettable! Trust us on this.

Now some basic codes:

Respect nature:

1. Absofreakinglutely no littering! Carry your own trash. If you are found littering then we will request you to pick it up. Friends, it is really not nice to throw garbage around and it only reflects upon us. Will we do this to our own houses?

REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE!

2. Do not disturb the flora and fauna. No making pretty bouquets of grabbed flowers and blooms. No feeding and intimidating birds and other animals. Think how you would feel if someone barges into your house and threatens you. The jungle is THEIR home. So, Capital NO= NO!

3. Remember, the mountain has a mind of his own. Beware and do not make the mistake of taking him for granted. It sounds weird but it’s true.

With fellow trekkers:

1. It is fun to interact and get to know people from different walks of life. Feel free to take the opportunity to expand your social circles.

2. Share water and food. Nothing else is a better ice breaker than being offered water or a bite of your sandwich!

3. Care for your fellow trekkers. It is not nice to be self centered and unamicable.

For your own safety:

1. The organizers and you yourself are equally responsible for your safety. We cannot take the blame for injuries or inconveniences arising out of actions outside the organizers instructions and acts of nature.

2. Simply put, stay with the group. Do not rush far too ahead or lag too behind. We understand that everyone has a different stamina and we try to keep the group bound together.

3. Do not wander off from the main trail. Whenever there is no established trail, strictly stay with the group. Be within the sight of the person ahead of you and the one behind you. It helps.

4. One must understand that the group leader is responsible for the entire group and may have to take some tough decisions at times. If one expects a memorable experience with us then we expect full cooperation and discipline. To sum up, the leader’s decision will be final and binding on all offbeaters.

5. Finally, the non arguable part. Smoking and other forms of tobacco use and alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited.

Regards,

Team OffBeat Sahyadri

Trek to Bhairavgad (Moroshi) on 9th of December 2012

Dear OffBeaters ,
We invite you to an adventurous trek to Bhairavgad (Moroshi) on 9th of December 2012, starting on 8th Night.

Trivia
Height : 2835 ft above msl
Grade : Difficult (technical)
Base Village : Malshejghat Moroshi

The prominent wall that stands tall in front of the Malshejghat range is the Bhairavgad.
Owing to the strategic location, it served as the watch tower guarding then extensively in use trade route the Malshej ghat.
The entrance of the fort was destroyed by British and hence now to scale it one has to overcome a rock patch. Above the patch rock cut steps leads one to the top of the fort. The steps are also tricky and face exposure at places one has to be very careful throughout.
The top is a small flat on which there is cactus overgrowth. Heavy wind blows here almost in every season.
The view of the Naneghat Range and the forts in Malshejghat like Harishchandragad, Sindola ect is the experience of life time.

The itinerary for the trek is as given below.
Meeting Point : Kalyan Depot 10.00pm sharp on 8rd of December 2012
01.00am : Reach Moroshi
01.15am : Proceed to Base Bhairobachi Wadi,
03.00am : Reach the Base
06.00am : Good Moring, Break Fast
07.00am : Ascend Bhairavgad
10.30pm : Reach Atop
11.30pm : Start Descending , Lunch On the way
03.30pm : Reach Moroshi
07.00pm : Reaach Kalyan
07.15pm : Murbad
09.00pm : Kalyan

Contribution
Rs 500/- per person
Which Includes
Transportation from Kalyan to Kalyan
1 Break Fast + 1 Evening refreshments

For registration kindly transfer Rs 500 per head in the following A/c
Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code: UBIN0536911

Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Check list :
Identity Proof
Water 3 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Torch (must)
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Proper Bedding ( It will be too cold at night)
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration

Registration or queries:
Zeenat Sikilkar : 9850193039
Priti Patel : 9987990300
Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri

UTH-SUT TREKKERS
Trek to Dhak fort and Bahiri Caves

Activity: Trek (Difficult)
Date: 25/11/2012

Destination: Dhak Bahiri,Karjat
Fort Height: 2700 feet.

Brief Intoduction about Dhak fort and Bahiri Caves:

As such no significant structures remain on the fort,except good scenery and few water cisterns.
An important part of this thrilling trek is the Bahiri cave which is situated on the other side of the fort.The caves are sacred as the Lord of Bahiri resides here.From the caves we can have a glance of the terrifying and magnificent peaks of the Sahyadris.To reach the caves we will have to ascend a rock patch where a bamboo and a rope are used to climb the caves.

Journey details:

Sunday,25th November, 2012

Catch the last local to Karjat from the desired stations.
CST: 00.45hrs

Dadar :01.03hrs

Kurla :01.14hrs

Thane :01.42hrs

Kalyan :02.10hrs

Karjat :03.00hrs

Please reach atleast 10 mins early at the desired location so that you dont miss the train.

03.00 hrs: @Karjat

Meeting and Intoduction

0.400 hrs: Move towards base village Vadhap

05.30 hrs: @Vadhap

06.00 hrs: Start trek

09.00 hrs: Dhak fort

Breakfast,Fort Exploration and rest.

10.30 hrs: Move towards Bahiri Caves

Reach Bahiri caves and Lunch

15.00 hrs: Move towards Sandshi

17.30 hrs:@ Sandshi

Back to Karjat

We will reach Mumbai at around 21.30 hrs (tenative).

**Carry Snacks,Lunch for the day,Torch, Water bottles along with First aid kit and Personal Medications.

Trek Expense: Rs.350

Trek Expenses Includes:

*Travel from Karjat to Karjat
*Breakfast and Tea, Evening Refreshments (expense excludes soft drinks, mineral water and any form of personal expenditure).

Rules and Regulations:

*The Organizers of the trek behold the complete rights to modify the trek in occurrence of the situation.
*Interested trekkers are expected to register well in advance.
*Any individual should carry or wear valuables at his/her own risk.
*No refund of the trek fee will be made in any circumstances once registration is attained.

Please confirm your entries on or before 24th November, 2012 (Saturday).

For Registrations and Queries contact:

Rajesh Kardak : 9029462929
Umesh Patil : 9769255371

……Chala Uthuya ani Sutuya……

Goa - Malvan Tour From 22nd Dec to 25th Dec 2012

Wildlife Photography and Adventure Water Sports Tour

(Starting on 21st Night and Returning on 26th Early Morning)

Trekkers

Birders
Butterfliers
Nature Enthusiast
Photographers
and Adventure Lovers
Here is a perfect Christmas Long weekend plan for you all
This plan surely has something for everyone

Snorkelingand Scuba Diving being the prime attraction

Goa The city of Sea and Sea food is more know for the its beaches and as a party place to spend your leisure time. But what most of us don't know is it also has rich flora and fauna, owing to its location on the Western Ghats range, which is classified as a biodiversity hotspot.

Of the few wildlife Sanctuaries at Goa we will be visiting The Bhagvan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary at Mollem (133 sq km).

Goa : Trekking and Wildlife Photography
Trekking at Surla Waterfall
Visit To Ancient Temple
Birds :
Butterflies :
Wildlife : To understand the richness of fauna at Goa Click here

Evening Time at Goa Beaches

Malvan : Fort, Fun at Beaches and Adventure Water Sports

1. Snorkeling
2. Scuba diving
3. Dolphin safari
4. Tsunami island visit
5. Sindhudurg fort visit
6. Banana ride
7. Speed boat ride

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Meeting Point : Swaminarayan Temple Dadar East 8.00pm, 21st dec 2012
Pickup Points : Chembur Diamond Garden @ 08:30pm
Vashi Plaza Below Flyover @ 08:50pm
Panvel starting of flyover @ 09:20am

Whole Night Travel

Day 1 : 22nd Dec 2012
Reach Goa by 10 am
Check in Jungle Resort.
Rest Till Lunch.
01.00pm : Lunch
03.00pm : Post Lunch visit Beach
07.00pm : Evening Tea
08.30pm : Dinner
09.30pm : Night Trail
11.00pm : Retire for the day

Day 2 : 23rd Dec 2012
05.30am : Wake up
06.30am : Start the trek, (Birding, Butterflies, wildlife)
08.00am : Lunch On the way
11.00am : Visit Ancient Temple
02.00pm : Back to Resort, Lunch
04.00pm : Beach
09.30pm : Dinner
11.00pm : Campfire, Barbecue, Retire for the day

Day 3 : 24th Dec 2012
05.30am : Wake up
06.30am : Check out proceed to Malvan
10.00am : Check in Malvan, Breakfast
11.00am : Tsunami Island
Lunch
02.30am : Snorkelling, Scuba Diving,
Dinner
Campfire n Beach trail at night

Day 4 : 25th Dec 2012
06.30am : Wake up
Break Fast
Dolphin Safari
Visit to Sindhudurga Fort
Water Sports
Lunch
Relax time
04.00pm Start Return Journey

26th Dec 2012
05.00am Reach Mumbai
Contribution
Rs 7600/- per head (all Veg Meals)
Rs 8000/- per Head (Non Veg Meals)

which includes,
Mumbai - Goa - Malvan - Mumbai Transportation : Non A/c Private Bus
2 Night Jungle Resort Stay at Goa (Quadrupole Sharing basis )
1 Night Stay at Malvan Beach Resort (Quadrupole Sharing basis )
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea and Dinner

Trek Guide Charges as well as Nature expertise : at Wild Life Sanctuaries at goa

Water Sports and sightseeing at Malvan
1. snorkeling
2. Scuba diving
3. dolphin safari
4. tsunami island visit
5. sindhudurg fort visit
6. banana ride
7. speed boat ride

Exclusions :
Food While travelling from mumbai to Goa and from Malvan to Mumbai
Mineral Water
Soft Drinks
Extra turns for Water sports

Please go through the Rules and Regulations before registration.

Registration :
For registration kindly transfer Rs.5000 per head in the given a/c
Union Bank Account No: 369102010801696
Bank : Union Bank of India
Branch : Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code : UBINO536911

Maximum Group size : 25
Entry on first come first basis
Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number, food Preference and pick up point) atoffbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Things to be carried:
Identity Proof
Water 2 liters (must)
Torch with extra batteries (must)
Proper Bedding (Sleeping Bag, Shawl or two bedsheets)
[will be useful if we plan to spend night on beach or jungle]
Change of cloths for 4 days, beachwear
Cap, Hat
Scarf
Woolens,
Camera, Binoculars
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes( Don't forget we are going for trekking as well), Sandles
Other accessories

Instructions :

Wear comfortable cotton clothing, carry sufficient warm cloths as it might be too cold at early morning, evening and night.
Wear good grip providing comfortable shoes.
Carry small Pittu will be useful for trekking and Nature trails

Registration or queries:
Priti Patel : 9987990300
Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503
Zeenat Sikilkar : 9850193039

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri

BANDHAVGARH TIGER SAFARI

!! 6th March-10th March!!

Short Info:

This is a small National Park, compact, yet full of game. The density of the Tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the highest known in India. Covering 448 sq. km., Bandhavgarh is situated in Shahdol district among the outlying hills of the Vindhya range. At the centre of the park is Bandhavgarh hill, rising 811 mt above MSL. Surrounding it are a large number of smaller hills separated by gently sloping valleys. These valleys end in small, swampy meadows, locally known as ‘Bohera’. The lowest point in the park is at Tala (440 mt above MSL). The vegetation is chiefly of Sal forest in the valleys and on the lower slopes, gradually changing to mixed deciduous forest on the hills and in the hotter, drier areas of the park in the south and west. Bamboo is found throughout.

Type: Wildlife Safari

Duration: 3 Days/ 2 Nights

Cost: Rs.6300/- Per Person

For Registered Members: Rs.6000/- Per Person

Schedule:

6th March: Leave for Katni by Muzzafarpur Express, Trn No.11061 at 12.15pm from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus.

7th March: Reach Katni Junction by 5:10 am. Reach Resort by 10:30 am. Check In and Lunch. After Lunch Leave for 1st Jungle Safari. Evening Back to Resort. Dinner and then Rest.

8th March: Early Morning Have Breakfast and Leave for 2nd Jungle Safari. Back for Lunch. After Lunch Leave for 3rd Jungle Safari. Evening Back to Resort. Dinner. Post Dinner Experience Sharing Session. Rest.

9th March: Early Morning Leave For Bird Watching Trail. Chek Out. Leave For Jabalpur. Enroute Lunch and Sight seeing of Bedaghat near Jabalpur. Leave Back for Mumbai by GKP-LTT Express Trn No. 15018 at 11:50 pm from Jabalpur.

10th March: Reach Mumbai by 06:40 pm at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus.

Inclusions:

Pickup and Drop from Jabalpur – Jabalpur
Accomodation at Bandhavgarh on Quarter Sharing Basis in AC Room
All Meals from Jabalpur to Jabalpur
3 Tiger Safari and 1 Bird watching Session.
Bedaghat and Dhuandhar Waterfall Sightseeing.

Exclusions:

Train Tickets From Mumbai- Katni and Jabalpur to Mumbai.
Meals During Train Journey.
Any Camera Charges.
Any Other Expense other than mentioned above.\

For Registrations mail us at mumbaitravellers@gmail.com

Call us at 8692022777/ 8692055777

Regards,

Mumbai Travellers
unique journeys...unique people...
www.mumbaitravellers.com

8692022777 / 8692033777 / 8692055777

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Dear All,

We @ शिखर वेध is glad to announce Pournima special Night trek - a Moonlight trail 2 Rajmachi on 28 November 2012 ... Hope 2 c u there 2 NJoy ...
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Rajmachi, located in the Lonavala region is accessible from both Karjat as well as Lonavala. The village of Udhewadi lies on the massive plateau that greets one on getting to Rajmachi. The twin forts of Srivardhan & Manoranjan grace the backdrop of the village.
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A little distance down from the village lies a serene and beautiful lake called Uday Sagar Talav, no trek to Rajmachi is complete without taking a dip in this lake.
Behind the lake lies an ancient Monolith, a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Here is some info abt the forts: - Srivardhan & Manoranjan

Height: 3000/2700 feet above MSL
Grade: Easy
District: Pune
Region: Lonavala
Base Village: Lonavala/Kondivade

Plan:

Rendezvous: Meet at 23:00 Hrs (Sharp) at LonavalaRailway station on Tuesday 27 November 2012

Train Timings for Mumbai People

2163: Chennai Express

20:30 Hrs: Dadar
22:55 Hrs: Lonavala

OR

1011: Mahalakshmi Express

20:35 Hrs: Dadar
23:00 Hrs: Lonavala
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Notes: 1) Those staying on the central line en-route can hop in at Dadar-Thane-Kalyan-Karjat. Check on देश का मेल, भारतीय रेल website for timings at respective stations
2) If u wish, u can take sleeper class tkt till Lonavala if available; else be in tht compartment for comfortable journey with SL tkts
3) People close by Panvel can avail ST facility & get down @ Lonavala bus depo

PUNE people

Catch Pune -Lonavala local ... Timings as follows

21:10 Hrs: Pune Staion
21:16 Hrs: ShivajiNagar
21:21 Hrs: Khadki
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21:33 Hrs: Pimpri
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22:35 Hrs: Lonavala

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Tuesday 27 November 2012

23:00 Hrs: @ Lonavala railway station

Walk/Hike from Lonavala to Rajmachi(~4.0hrs/16kms)

Wednesday 28 November 2012

03:30 Hrs: @ Udhewadi - base Rajmachi
04:00 Hrs: @ Shrivardhan atop
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Rest till dawn
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06:00 - 08:00 Hrs - Explore Shrivardhan fort
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Breakfast - Tea in village
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09:30 Hrs - Explore Manoranjan fort
11:30 Hrs - Dip in Uday sagar Talav
13:00 Hrs - Lunch (Veg Only)
14:00 Hrs - Descend from Rajmachi to Kondhane(~3.0hrs)
16:30 Hrs - @ Kondhane caves
17:30 Hrs - Evening Tea @ Kondhane
19:00 Hrs - @ Karjat Railway station
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We would be getting back to Dadar / Pune at approx 21.30 PM (That's Subjective)

The cost of this trek would be Rs. 400/- per head would include:

> Morning Breakfast - Tea, 1 Veg Lunch & Evening Tea

> Kondhane-Karjat by Rick

Things To Carry:-

A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs) (a must)
Sleeping Mat / bags (a must)
Torch with batteries ( a must)Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Some ready to eat food.
Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Good trekking shoes,
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

A haversack to put all these things
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Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagdish Patil: 09869369836

In case call is not received; please do sms
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Also join us @
Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website:http://shikharvedh.org/

The raised stress levels due to work & commute; the pollution that is no longer just felt but is visible; and many more are the things that every city dweller strives to get away from! Join us at Nisarga Bhraman as we head out to explore the calm and clean Jungle of Pench in Madhya Pradesh.

Get ready for the Wilderness in Pench...

21st February to 24th February 2013
Duration: 3 Days and 2 Nights

Register yourself asap. Book your train tickets or we can do that for you.

Cost: Rs. 7250/- + Rail Fare

Includes -

> Travel from Nagpur to Pench and back
> Accommodation at Jungle Home Resort in A/C rooms on triple sharing
> All meals from Nagpur to Nagpur
> 3 Open Gypsy Safari
> Talk by naturalist / Slide show, documentary
> Tribal and folk dance
> Bird watching and nature trail
> All entry and guide charges

Excludes -

> Train tickets to Nagpur and back
> Food in the train journey
> Camera charges
> soft drinks and mineral water
> anything other than mentioned in the list

For more details, visit -
http://nisargabhramanindia.blogspot.in/2012/11/wildlife-tour-to-pench-national-park.html

Mail us at:nisargabhraman@gmail.com

Join us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/groups/5520716078/?ref=notif&notif_t=group_r2j

Regards,

Team Nisarga Bhraman

Located near Malshej Ghat, Bhairavgad is a sharp pinnacle seperated from the main mountain range near Moroshi village. It is a fascinating spot and offers an adventurous hike. The pinnacle is basically a geological structure of Dyke. Being at strategically important place, it offers a great view of surroundings including Malshej Ghat, Naneghat, Harishchandragad etc.

Nisarga Bhraman is glad to announce the one day trek to Bhairavgad of Moroshi in Malshej Region.

Here is some info about the Bhairavgad:
Type: Hill Fort

Height: 2835 Ft / 864 M above MSL (Approx)

Grade: Medium

Endurance: Medium Plus

Region: Malshej

Base Village : Moroshi

Bahirugad or Bhairavgad fort, stands on an outstanding table-land, lies a few kilometres north-east of the Naneghat and about thirty-five kilometres east of Murbad close to the village of Moroshi. The fort seems to be a Very ancient and Since it commanded the tracks leading to Junnar, it was a place of considerable strategic importance. The fort is a perpendicular rock about 100 Mtr high with a narrow base.

The first forty feet of ascent is by a very steep staircase hewn out of the rock.
Since the steps hewn out of a solid rocks were destroyed by Britishers, one need to climb a small rock patch to reach the top of the fort.

On top one can see remains of houses, water cisterns, a beautiful surrounding view of Ghatghar mountain range, Naneghat, Ajoba mountain, Harishchandragad etc.

Plan:

Rendezvous:

Meet at Kalyan ST Depot at 10:00 pm sharp on Saturday, 8th Dec 2012
Travel to Moroshi by State Transport Bus
Night rest at Dhaba at the Moroshi Village

Sunday, 9th December 2012 -

Start the trek by 6:00 am and reach Bhairoba chi Wadi (~2.0hrs)
Breakfast at the base of pinnacle
Start the trek towards the pinnacle of Bhairavgad
Climb the rock patch and beautiful carved steps (~1.5hrs)
Reach the top of the pinnacle by 10:00 am
Enjoy a beautiful view and identify surrounding forts from top of the pinnacle
Start Descend by 11:30 am. This includes rappel down a 40-50 feet rock patch
Reach the base of the pinnacle and rest for a while
Descend furthur and reach the base village of Moroshi by 2:30 pm (~2.0hrs)
Lunch at the Moroshi Village
Start a return journey by Public Transport (ST) by 4:00 pm
Reach Mumbai by 9:00 pm tentatively.

The cost of the trek would be Rs. 500/- for members and Rs 50/- extra for others.
The above mentioned cost includes -

Travel from Kalyan to Kalyan by Public Transport
1 Simple Veg Meal, 1 Breakfast and 2 Tea
Equipment and Expertise Charges

To register for the event, call our team -

Sameer Patel: 9820972043
Parag Vartak: 9820973705

Here is a list of the things to be carried for the trek -

Haversack to put in all the things to be carried on the trek
Water 3 Ltrs at least
Extra Clothes, Towel, Napkin
Bedding Material / Sleeping Bag
Torch with extra set of batteries
Camera and something to munch on (Optional)
Identity Proof
Personal Medicines required if any

Few Rules that we would like people to follow -

Possession and/or consumption of Alcohol will strictly not be permitted on the trek & would lead to expulsion from the trek.
Smoking will permitted only with the consent of the leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.
Please stay woth the group. Any deviation from the group will not be entertained.
The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
Please do not wear any jewelry or gold chains/rings.
Please do not litter, we believe in the saying, “Wherever you go, leave only your footprints and take back only memories”

For photographs, visit: https://picasaweb.google.com/106951269103803464227/Bhairavgad

Dear All,

शिखर वेध has arranged a little explored one day trek to Sankshi Fort near Pen on Sunday 2 December 2012
Hope 2 meet u on trek .

Brief Introduction about Sankshi Fort:-
Height: 850 ft
Grade: Medium
Time: ~ Maximum 2.5 hrs from Balavali, Base Village
Location: Raigad District

Meeting Point: Panvel Bus Depo - 07:15 Hrs

Journey Details:-

Catch the local train for Panvel on Sunday 2nd December 2012. Timings r as follows

Panvel slow Train:CST        5:47 am
Wadala   6:05 am
Kurla       6:15 am
Chembur 6:20 am
Vashi    6:34 am
Nerul     6:43 am
Belapur 6:50 am
Panvel    7:04 am

Pls do keep a buffer time of 5 mins due to changes in time table

A 7-8 mins walk will take us to Panvel Bus Depo

We will meet @ Panvel Bus Depo

Breakfast - Tea Time

08:15 Hrs: Move 2 Balavali by ST
09:00 Hrs: Balavali

09:30 Hrs: Trek Ascend

11:00 Hrs: @ Badrudin Darga
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A 15 Min Break
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12:30 Hrs: Sankshi Fort Atop
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Lunch,Rest,Explore
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14:30 Hrs: Descend
16:30 Hrs: @ Balavali

18:00 Hrs: @ Panvel

Evening refreshments

We will be in Mumbai around 20:00 hrs (that's - subjective)

The Expenditure for the trek is Rs. 350 /- per head

This includes Panvel 2 Panvel Transportation fare, Morning & Evening refreshments and Shikhar Vedh Charges

Things To Carry:-

Pls Do carry LUNCH for Sunday (a must)
A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food.
Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Good trekking shoes,
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

A haversack to put all these things

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil: 09869369836
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स्पंदनभ्रमंती: 2 days Trek to Rohida - Raireshwar – Kenjalgad Range Trek in Bhor (Pune) Region on 8-9 December 2012, Leaving on 7 Dec. Friday Night.

Introduction, Geography & History of Forts:

Rohida:

Height : Approx 3650 ft

Grade: Easy

Base Village: Bajarwadi (Nr. Bhor)

Rohida fort is also known as Vichitragad or Binicha Killa. It is a fort situated about 15 Km from Bhor village a historical “Sansthan”. It is one of the south most forts in Pune district. This fort was built during the reign of Yadavas. It becames the part of the Swarajya in the year 1656. In 1666 Moghuls conquered the fort but on 24 June 1670 Shivaji Maharaj recaptured the fort.

Points of attraction are Rohideshwar temple, few big water tanks, Chor darvaja, Buruj (bastion), Chuna grinding wheel, etc.

Raireshwar:

Height: Approx 4589 ft
Grade: Easy
Base Village: Korle

The Raireshwar platue is famous historical place situated 8 km away from Bhor. This platue looks beautiful in monsoon. It has a famous Raireshwar temple. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj & his selected teenaged friends took the oath of “Swarajya” in the year 1645 in this temple at the age of 16. This event created history that all we know. Thus, Raireshwar can be considered as an important place in the history of Marathas.

The temple is very old and of stone structure. But it was later re-constructed in 18thcentury. It is situated in between various hills and forts viz. Kenjalgad or Mohangad, Kamalgad. It really looks beautiful. “The hilly region and numerous other flowers on the platue add spice to the beauty.”

Kenjal Gad:

Height: Approx 4273 ft
Grade: Easy
Base Village: Korle

Kenjalgad or Ghera Khelanja Fort, is situated on the Mandhardev spur of the Mahadev range eleven miles north-west of Wai. The only entrance is on the north side up a set of a hundred steps running parallel to the line of the scarp till within four or seven feet of the top, when they turn at right angles to it and cut straight into a passage leading on to the top.

There are remains of six large and three small buildings, all modern.viz. The head-quarters or kacheri. The fort has three large water tanks and six small ones for storage of water and grain. There is a narrow promenade on the ridge at the foot of the scarp and on the north side is a large cave with excellent water and partly used for storage purposes. Khelanja fort is said to have been built by the Bhoj Rajas of Panhala who flourished in the twelfth century.

The itinerary for the Trek is as follows:

Meeting point & time: Saturday 8 Dec.12 @ 04.15 AM at Pune Station.

(It is suggested to catch 51033 Shirdi Fast Passenger at the convenient station or any other train reaching by our meeting time)

Timings are as follows

MUMBAI CST	22:55 PM
DADAR	23:08 PM
THANE	23:33 PM
KALYAN	23:50 PM
KARJAT	00:53 AM
PUNE	04:10 AM

Day 1 Saturday, 8^th December 2012.

04.15 AM Meet at Pune Station

04.30 AM Swarget

Start towards Bhor (Bajarwadi)

06.30 AM Bajarwadi (Base for Rohida)

Refresh & Breakfast

07.30 AM Start Ascending Rohida

09.30 AM Summit, Exploration

11.00 AM Start descending

12.30 PM Base village

Start towards Raireshwar

Enroute visit 2 Nageshwar temple @ Ambavade & Pant Sachiv of Bhor Shankaraji Narayan Samadhi & Suspension bridge built in 1935.

02.00 PM Lunch @ Korle Village (Base of Raireshwar)

03.00 PM Ascend 2 Raireshwar

05.30 PM Raireshwar

T-Break

08.30 PM Dinner & stay @ Raireshwar Village

Camp fire if interested

Day 2 Sunday, 9^thDecember 2012

07.00 AM       Wake up, Breakfast & Tea
Explore Raireshwar Platue
09.00 AM       Move 2 Kenjalgad
10.30 AM       Kenjalgad
Exploration for 2 hours
12.30 PM       Descend 2 Korle
02.30 PM       Lunch @ Korle

Depart to Mumbai

05.30 PM Swarget

06.00 PM Pune Railway Station

06.35 PM Catch Pune Mumbai 22106 Indrayani Exp.

09.33 PM Dadar

Contribution: Initial contribution will be Rs. 800/-

Includes:

Transport from Pune to Pune by private jeeps / public transport,
4 Breakfast
3 Simple Maharashtrian meal.

Excludes
1. Rail fare from Mumbai to Mumbai.

2. Coldrinks, mineral water

3. Anything not mentioned herein

Things to carry:

1) Identity proof.

2) Some ready to eat food, dry snacks, biscuits, cakes, etc.
3) Water bottle of min 3 ltrs.
4) Extra pair of cloths, towels, windcheater / jacket.

5) Plate, spoon, mug (for T) Must
6) Good quality shoes / chappals during rest time.
7) Torch with spare set of batteries.

8) Sleeping bag / mat (carry extra chaddars as it will be too cold in the night).

9) Personal medicines.

10) Haversack to keep all the above material

Note:

1) Do keep some spare space for carrying extra luggage.

2) Registration through phone calls.

3) Avoid wearing gold ornaments and valuables.

For confirmation please contact.

Kumar Gaudse: 9870577761

Kavish Sukhthankar: 9820330615

Find us on Facebook group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/156590737807072/

!!08th Dec-09th Dec, 2012!!

Short Info:Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the best forests in Maharastra sheltering numerous wild and illusive creatures!! It is very reach in all types of Flora and Fauna, the serpents being most spectacular findings. The sanctuary is popular for a frequent presence of MALABAR GIANT SQUIRREL, a very elegant animal, also the state animal of Maharashtra.

Dates: 8-9 Dec, 2012

Category: Wildlife Trip

Cost: Rs.1500/- Per Person (Maximum 10 participants)

For Registered Members: Rs.1400/-

Schedule:

Day-1 : Saturday 8th Dec
Leaving Mumbai at 6.30 AM by State Transport bus
Reaching Bhimashankar by 11 AM
Rest and Quick lunch 1.00 PM
Afternoon wild walk 2PM – 6PM
Evening snacks at the Camp
Night walk for nocturnal of Bhimashankar 7PM – 9.30PM
Dinner and Camp fire

Day-2 : Sunday 9th Dec
Morning wake-up 5AM
Birdwalk and Other wildlife observation 7AM
Back to campus and Breakfast 10 AM
Leave for Mumbai around 10.30 AM by State Transport Bus / Private Vehicle

Inclusions:

1. Travelling By ST Bus
2. All Meals
3. Accommodation in Dormitory
4. All Entry Charges of Park

Exclusions:

1. Anything other than Mentioned above

For Registration

Mail us at mumbaitravellers@gmail.com
Or Call us at 8692022777/ 8692055777

Regards,

Mumbai Travellers
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Start your new year in an adventurous way, as we at Trek Mates India bring to you Moonlight Valley Crossing in Matheran on 31^st Dec 12(ending on 1^st Jan ‘13).

Just a day after the full moon, the view that one gets while crossing the valley is Breathtaking.

Some details of the event: Place: Matheran.
Valley Crossing : Honey Moon Point to Louisa Point
Distance: 850 ft
Height: 900 ft
No previous experience needed. Safety Measures are taken care of.

Valley Crossing is crossing a Valley with the help of technical engagement with ropes and other grades to reach the other end of the valley. It is an adventure activity, and the absence of sunlight will make it more adventurous.

The itinerary for the camp is as follows :
Meeting Point: Neral Stn at 9.00pm on sat 9th May.
Neral to Matheran by jeeps.
Walk to Honey Moon point.
Activity till 3 am
Rest under the open sky till morning.
Event ends in the morning. Everyone is free to opt their choices the next day. One can spend the day in Matheran or return back to Mumbai in the morning.

Things To Be carried:
A bottle of water (Atleast 1 Ltr),
Proper Bedding,
Camera(Optional)
Sunglasses(if one wants to enjoy Matheran on sunday)
Medicine those which u usually require,
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.

The charges for the event will be Rs 650/- per head
which includes,
Travel from Neral to Matheran,
Entry Charges in Matheran,
Event charges.
New year goodies from Trek Mates.

The cost does not include:
Any food items,
returning charges from Matheran,
anything else than that specified above.

Things to bring:Identity proof
Water (atleast 2 ltrs),
Torch with extra batteries.
Sleeping bag/ Proper bedding
Jackets, cause it will be chilling up there.
some ready to eat food, Camera (optional)
Good trekking Shoes (no slippers, as it might fall off while valley crossing.)

For more of Trek Mates India on the Net Please visit us@BlogSpot: http://trekmates.blogspot.com/
TMI Diaries: http://trekmatesdiary.blogspot.com/

Face Book Groups:
TMI Mumbai: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_106722756072761&ap=1
TMI Pune: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=155919984426659

Few rules we would like our participants to follow
We follow a strict policy of "no trace" trekking,

"Take nothing but memories and photographs, leave nothing but footprints".

Rules & Regulations:

Do Not Litter: Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.

No Smoking and alcohol: Smoking cigarette, chewing tobacco or related products and consuming alcohol is strictly prohibited on the trek. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the trek. NO REFUND will be provided.

(Smoking will only be permitted before the trek starts and after the trek is over with prior consultation of the Leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.)

Respect the Heritage: Participants should not deface or damage any monument by writing or scribbling on them. Please help us to conserve and preserve our heritage along with our trek mates.

Be a group: It is of utmost importance that all participants stick together in the group, in the event of any ‘deviation’ by the participant without the consent of the ‘Trek Leader’, he/she/they will be considered as ‘Independent/s’ and will no longer be considered as a part of the group.

Pay attention: Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or luggage or any equipment; Trek Mates India, it’s instructors, organizers, volunteers or any other person involved wholly or partially, either individually or jointly, shall not be responsible in any manner for the same and no claims of the participants, parents, guardians, relatives or friends of participants will be entertained.

Any violation of the above rules will be dealt with seriously, and may involve expulsion from the trek or event, and no refund is admissible in such cases.

Adventure activity is arranged considering normal weather. In case of occurrence of any natural calamities, if event is cancelled, in such circumstances NO REFUND will be provided.

The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.

Trek mates India reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. No arguments or refunds will be entertained.

Interested, people can contact us on the nos. given belowNilesh Patil : 8655588508
VikramSingh: 9987761562

Thanks and Regards,
Trek Mates.

Hey Mates, we at Trek Mates India, are glad to invite you for Royal Enfield Special Bike trek to Phansad, Murud Janjira, and the surrounding region on 22^nd and 23^rd Dec’12.

Some information about the area:The places that will be visiting are: 1. Shri Rameshwar Mandir, Chaul
2. Korlai Fort
3. Phansad wild life Sanctuary
4. Janjira Fort
5. Kashid Beach

Shree Rameshwar Mandir, Chaul  This ancient shrine of Shiva looks like built in 'Hemadpant' style of Architecture, though, when it was built is not known. Angre history references say that it was renovated many times. The structure comprises of prayer hall (sabhamandap), sanctum sanctorum and 7.62 meter high summit shaped dome. In front of the prayer hall, there are three tanks (kund) namely Parjanya Kund, Agni kund and Vayoo kund.

Korlai Fort Korlai fort can be seen from the bridge at Salav, located at three Kms. from Revdanda, on the Revdanda - Kashid road. The fort is an Old Portuguese outpost guarding the entrance to the river. A small road leads up to the top of the fort. There is a Lighthouse on the fort and a small climb from behind the lighthouse will take you to the fort. The fort is in ruins, but the view from the lighthouse is beautiful and the rocky beach at Korlai is also good.

Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary  The Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary is an amazing revelation. Primarily a bird sanctuary, Phansad is also home to a whole array of insects, amphibians and mammals. Spread across 52.71 sq. km., Phansad is located in the Murud and Roha talukas of Raigad District in Maharashtra.

The Janjira Fort Janjira is Marathi corruption of the Arabic word Jazirah, which means an island. The Janjira Fort was built by the rulers of the Ahmed Nagar under the patronage of emperor Malik Amber in the 15th century AD. The fort is build in the sea 2 km inside of Murud. This is one of the vital sea-forts in Maharashtra. It has strong walls 40 ft high and standing intact even after being battered by the sea waves from all four sides. the fort was never conquered by any enemy for over 350 years. Shivaji, Sambhaji and the Peshwas tried to take over the fort. But the Marathas, British or Portuguese could never capture Janjira.

Kashid Beach The famous Kashid beach is located 18 kms from Murud. The specialty of this beach is the beautiful silvery white sand. It's a favourite spot for advertising, TV serial and film shoots. The beach is complete with small food-stalls. If you are travelling from Alibag to Murud, the last U-turn in the Ghat section of the road that descends on the Kashid beach is simply mesmerizing'!

Padmadurg:(will be covered if time permits, and if we get permissions from the same.)
Spread over a vast area of about 9 acres, Padmadurg Fort is regarded as one among the major sea forts in India. A monument of great historical importance, it is situated in Raigad District of Maharashtra. This famous fort is constructed by the great Marathas in order to conquer the Janjira Fort which lies near by.
Spread over a vast area of about 9 acres, Padmadurg Fort is regarded as one among the major sea forts in India. A monument of great historical importance, it is situated in Raigad District of Maharashtra. This famous fort is constructed by the great Marathas in order to conquer the Janjira Fort which lies near by.
Padmadurg Fort commemorates the repeated failure attempts of the mighty Marathas reigme against the tiny Siddis. Padmadurg fort which is now called as Kasa fort, spilt in to three by the ravage of time and now it is not accessible to the public. Ruins of this great fort can be seen from the seashore.

The itinerary for the event will be as Follows:Day 1, 22^nd Dec:Meeting point: McD at kalamboli (the one situated just before the starting of the expressway.) at 6.00 am  > Start riding by 6.30 am
> Breakfast at Wadkhal naka
> Visit Rameshwar temple >> Revdanda fort >> Korlai fort >> Kashid Beach till Sunset>> Phansad
> Tented accomodation in Phansad

Day 2, 23^rd Dec: > Morning trail in the Jungle till 10
> visit Murud, Janjira fort,
> Have food at Patil’s, Murud.
> Visit Alibaug beach if time permits.
> Reach Panvel approx by 9 pm

The Cost for the event: > Trek Mates India will pay for the food and accommodation of all the participants which will be equally divided among every member of the trek after the event. > Rs. 300 extra will be added to the same (per person), considered as the administration charges for Trek mates India. > Petrol and Maintenance cost should be settled by the bike owner and the person accompanying him. > In case, of a single rider, the petrol and maintenance charges has to be paid by him alone. (Trek Mates will provide info about a willing participant who can accompany you, and share the expenses. this depends on availability of such willing participants.)

Things to Carry:
Identity proof (Must),
Bike’s Legal Papers, Helmet (Must)
A bottle of water (Atleast 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes,
2-3 papers, Bedding (can be used if Required)
Camera(Optional),
Cap, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional),
Good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks

For more enquiries and Registrations , please contact
Nilesh Patil: 86555 88508
Vikram Singh: 99877 61562

Registrations are only through phone calls (scraps, reply to this thread won’t be considered as confirmation)

If calls not attended , then please send an sms with message RE Bike Trek Enquiry, we will call you back once we are free.

Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis.
Mail us at trekmates@gmail.com for any query

For more of Trek Mates India on the Net Please visit
Website : http://www.trekmatesindia.com/
TMI Diaries: http://trekmatesdiary.blogspot.com/

FaceBook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TmiYouth
Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/TrekMates

Few rules we would like our participants to follow:
We follow a strict policy of "no trace trekking", "Take nothing but memories and photographs, leave nothing but footprints". Please -

Do Not Litter
No Smoking, tobacco and alcohol
Respect the Heritage
Be a Group
Pay attention

In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or luggage or any equipment; Trek mates India, it’s instructors, organizers, volunteers or any other person involved wholly or partially, either individually or jointly, shall not be responsible in any manner for the same and no claims of the participants, parents, guardians, relatives or friends of participants will be entertained.

Any violation of the above rules will be dealt with seriously, and may involve expulsion from the trek or event, and no refund is admissible in such cases.
Adventure activity is arranged considering normal weather. In case of occurrence of any natural calamities, if event is cancelled, in such circumstances NO REFUND will be provided.

The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.

Trek mates India reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. No arguments will be entertained.
Any violation of the above rules will be dealt with seriously, and may involve expulsion from the trek or event, and no refund is admissible in such cases.
Adventure activity is arranged considering normal weather. In case of occurrence of any natural calamities, if event is cancelled, in such circumstances NO REFUND will be provided.
The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
Trek mates India reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. No arguments will be entertained.

Regards,
Team – Trek Mates India

Hi Mates, We at Trek Mates India, invite you for a Trek to Kulang, on 29^th -30^th Dec ‘2012 (starting on 28^th , Fri night)

Some Information regarding the forts:
Type: Hill Forts

Height: 4822ft

Grade: Medium

District: Nasik

Region: Kalsubai

Base Village: Ambewadi

Kulang… it offers the longest and highest climb from the base to the top amongst any other fort in the Sahayadris. Standing at the height of 4822 ft, it also boasts about one of the finest views from the top and is graded as a medium / difficult trek.

The plans will be as follows:
28^th Dec, Friday Night:
> We start from Mumbai by last Kasara local to reach Kasara by 3 am.

29^th Dec, Saturday:
> Travel till Ambewadi by local jeeps till 4/5am on Saturday.
> Start trek by 7,
> Climb the fort till 3 pm and explore it till 6 pm
> Dinner & stay in the caves.

30^th Dec, Sunday:
> Watch the sunrise, explore d remaining fort, breakfast & start descending by 9 am.
> Have our lunch in Igatpuri.
> Reach Kasara by 5 pm approx.

The train timings for the last Kasara local is as follows:

CST:             00.15 am
Byculla:       00.23 am
Dadar:         00.33 am
Kurla:           00.44 am
Ghatkopar:  00.50 am
Bhandup:     01.00 am
Thane:         01.10 am
Dombivali:   01.32 am
Kalyan:        01.40 am
Asangaon:   02.17 am
Kasara:        02.56 am

This is a slow local, the timetable shows only the main stations on the central line.
Pls reach the stations around 10 mins earlier, as missing this local will mean missing the trek..

The charges of the trek will be Rs 1100/per head, which includes

Travel expenditure from kasara to kasara, Food Facilities and Expertise.

Things To Be carried:
Lunch for Saturday,
A bottle of water (Atleast 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries, Candles (compulsory).
A spoon, mug and a plate (a must)
2-3 bunch of papers and proper bedding
2 empty polyethene bags for load sharing (approx 1 kg weight will be given to each candidate so pack ur bags taking it into consideration)
Camera(Optional)
Cap, etc.,
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes,
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. so that one has ones hands free while trekking. Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.

For more of Trek Mates India on the Net Please visit us@ Blogspot: http://trekmates.blogspot.com/
TMI Diaries: http://trekmatesdiary.blogspot.com/

FaceBook Groups:
TMI Mumbai: www.facebook.com/?sk=2361831622#!/group.php?gid=76034705414
TMI Pune: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=155919984426659

Few rules we would like our participants to follow:We follow a strict policy of "no trace" trekking, "Take nothing but memories and photographs, leave nothing but footprints".

Do Not Litter: Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.

No Smoking, tobacco and alcohol: Smoking cigarette, chewing tobacco or related products and consuming alcohol is strictly prohibited on the trek. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the trek. NO REFUND will be provided.
(Smoking will only be permitted before the trek starts and after the trek is over with prior consultation of the Leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.)

Respect the Heritage: Participants should not deface or damage any monument by writing or scribbling on them. Please help us to conserve and preserve our heritage along with our trek mates.

Be a group: It is of utmost importance that all participants stick together in the group, in the event of any ‘deviation’ by the participant without the consent of the ‘Trek Leader’, he/she/they will be considered as ‘Independent/s’ and will no longer be considered as a part of the group.

Pay attention: Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.

In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or luggage or any equipment; Trek Mates India, it’s instructors, organizers, volunteers or any other person involved wholly or partially, either individually or jointly, shall not be responsible in any manner for the same and no claims of the participants, parents, guardians, relatives or friends of participants will be entertained.
Any violation of the above rules will be dealt with seriously, and may involve expulsion from the trek or event, and no refund is admissible in such cases.

Adventure activity is arranged considering normal weather. In case of occurrence of any natural calamities, if event is cancelled, in such circumstances NO REFUND will be provided.

The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
Trek mates India reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. No arguments or refunds will be entertained.

For more enquiries and Registrations , please contact

Nilesh Patil: 86555 88508.

Manoj Kalwar: 9819021806 / 9870775633

Regards

Team Trek Mates India.

Hi Mates, We at Trek Mates India, Invite you all for a Trek to Alang and Madan, on 15^th and 16th Dec ‘12 (starting on 14^th, Fri night)

Some Information regarding the forts:
Type: Hill Forts
Height: Alang- 4500Ft; Madan- 4900ft
Grade: Medium
District: Nasik
Region: Kalsubai
Base Village: Ambewadi

Alang & Madan, situated in Kalasubai range, are one of the most difficult forts in Nasik District. They are little neglected due to very heavy rains & confusing, difficult ways.

(* Pls click on picture to enlarge)

The plans will be as follows:

Friday:We start from Mumbai by last Kasara local to reach Kasara by 2 am. Local timings given below.

Saturday:
Alight at Kasara and travel till Ambewadi by local jeeps till 4/5am on Sunday.
Start trek by 7, reach the col between both the forts till 11 am
Climb Madan fort & explore it till 3 pm
Get down & climb Alang till 6 pm.
Explore & stay on Alang.

Sunday:
Watch the sunrise explore d remaining fort, breakfast & start descending by 9 am.
Have our lunch in Igatpuri.
Reach Kasara by 5 pm approx.

The charges of the trek will be Rs 1400/per head, which includes
Travel expenditure from Kasara to Kasara, Food Facilities, Equipments and Expertise.

Things To Be carried:
Lunch for Saturday,
A bottle of water (At least 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries, Candles (compulsory).
A spoon, mug and a plate (a must)
2-3 bunch of papers and proper bedding
2 empty polyethene bags for load sharing (approx 1.5 kg weight will be given to each candidate so pack your bags taking it into consideration)
Camera(Optional)
Cap, etc.,
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes,
A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. so that one has ones hands free while trekking. Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas.
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.

The train timings for the last Kasara local are as follows:

CST:              11.20 pm
Byculla:        11.28 pm
Dadar:         11.38 pm
Kurla:           11.49 pm
Ghatkopar:  11.55 pm
Thane:         00.16 am
Dombivali:   00.38 am
Kalyan:        00.47 am
Kasara:        02.01 am.

This is a slow local; the timetable shows only the main stations on the central line.
Please reach the stations around 10 mins earlier, as missing this local will mean missing the trek.

Maximum group size 25 participants only.
Limited entries, entries on first come first serve basis.
Registrations through phone calls only.

For more details and Registration, Please contact on the nos. given below:

Nilesh Patil: 8655588508

Manoj Kalwar: 9819021806 / 9870775633

Registrations are only through phone calls (scraps, reply to this thread won’t be considered as confirmation)

Limited seats, entry on first come first served basis.

Mail us at trekmates@gmail.com for any query

For more of Trek Mates India on the Net Please visit

BlogSpot: http://trekmates.blogspot.com/
TMI Diaries: http://trekmatesdiary.blogspot.com/

Face Book Groups:
TMI Mumbai: https://www.facebook.com/groups/76034705414/
TMI Pune: https://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=155919984426659

Few rules we would like our participants to follow.We follow a strict policy of "no trace" trekking,

"Take nothing but memories and photographs, and leave nothing but footprints".

Do Not Litter: Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.

No Smoking and alcohol: Smoking cigarette, chewing tobacco or related products and consuming alcohol is strictly prohibited on the trek. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the trek. NO REFUND will be provided.

(Smoking will only be permitted before the trek starts and after the trek is over with prior consultation of the Leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.)

Respect the Heritage: Participants should not deface or damage any monument by writing or scribbling on them. Please help us to conserve and preserve our heritage along with our trek mates.

Be a group: It is of utmost importance that all participants stick together in the group, in the event of any ‘deviation’ by the participant without the consent of the ‘Trek Leader’, he/she/they will be considered as ‘Independent/s’ and will no longer be considered as a part of the group.

Pay attention: Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or luggage or any equipment; Trek Mates India, it’s instructors, organizers, volunteers or any other person involved wholly or partially, either individually or jointly, shall not be responsible in any manner for the same and no claims of the participants, parents, guardians, relatives or friends of participants will be entertained.

Any violation of the above rules will be dealt with seriously, and may involve expulsion from the trek or event, and no refund is admissible in such cases.

Adventure activity is arranged considering normal weather. In case of occurrence of any natural calamities, if event is cancelled, in such circumstances NO REFUND will be provided.

The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.

Trek mates India reserves all the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. No arguments or refunds will be entertained.

Regards,

Team – Trek Mates India

Dear Rangers,
We at Wild Rangers organizing Grand Get-Together on 29-30 Dec 2012.
Want a Break from you busy & hectic schedule?Want to Spend last week end of Year 2012 with Riverside Camping in Moon Light?Want to get close to Nature & where Fun is Unlimited...Want to meet all old friends who once trekked with you.. To refresh all old outings and memoirs,.. at a big night-bonfire..

For all these question one solution !!! Grand Get-Together !!!Come and meet all.. at one place..!!!
Detailed Schedule:Saturday, 29th Dec 201206:00 Hrs --- Gathering at Thane, Cadbury Junction06:30 Hrs --- Leave for Lavhali Base Camp08:00 Hrs --- Breakfast Time10:30 Hrs --- Reach Lavhali Base Camp11:00 Hrs --- Fun Time
13:00 Hrs --- Lunch 14:00 Hrs --- Fun Time17:30 Hrs --- Refreshments18:00 Hrs --- Music Starts, Dance & lots of Fun20:00 Hrs --- Dinner22:00 Hrs --- Campfire, Songs, Mehfil...

Sunday, 30th Dec 201208:00 Hrs --- Breakfast 09:00 Hrs --- Fun Time13:00 Hrs --- Lunch 15:00 Hrs --- Leave for Mumbai20:00 Hrs --- Reach Home
Things to be carried:
Torch With Extra Battery
Medicine those if you require usually (Optional)
Extra Pair of ClothesWarm Clothes (Sweater, Jacket, Monkey Cap)
A haversack to put all these things
Fees: INR 1350.00 per Person, includes Traveling from Thane to Thane by Private Transport, 2 Breakfast and 3 Meals.

Registration and Payment Details: For Registration one needs to call and SMS us Name and Email Addresses of participant along with alternate contact number, to any of the coordinator mention in below contact and transfer payment of INR 1350.00 in the account details mentioned below.
Account Details:
A/C Name :- PRASHIK DHANRAJ KHOBRAGADE
A/C Number:- 910010011673915.
IFSC Code :- UTIB0000328
Branch :- Axis Bank, Andheri (MIDC)

For further information and registrations call:

Deepak 9422682020

Prashik 9987036106

Nikhil 9820432576

Yatri Sahyadri has organized a trek to Kohoj on 09/12/2012.

Some basic information about the trek is as follows:

Fort: Kohoj
Height: 3200 feet
Range: Western Forts
District: Thane
Level: Medium

About the place:
Very few forts, to the north of Mumbai in Palghar region of Thane district, are still showing their existence, among which is the fort of Kohoj. This fort lies at about 10 to 11 kms. from Wada on the route of Wada – Palghar.

Very few of the historical evidences are coherent to this fort. Looking at its well-dug cisterns, the fort can be said to be belonging to Bhoj-period. But no such evidences are available. In 16th century, Portuguese captured this fort from the King of Gujarat. They constructed fortifications and bastions on this fort. Later, in 18th century, Peshwe conquered this fort in their campaign of 1737. Afterwards the fort remained under the British rule.
Program:
05:00 am: Reporting at Borivali Station.
05:15 am: Proceed to base village by local transport. Travel time approx 3 hours.
08.00 am - 08.30 am: Break fast.
08.30 am: Start trek towards Kohoj Fort. Trek time approx 3hrs.
11.30am: Reach at Kohoj fort.
11.30am to 12.30pm: Explore the fort & photography.
12.30 pm : Start descending the fort.
02.30 pm: Reach at base village.
2.30 pm to 03.30 pm : Lunch
04.30 pm: Proceed to Borivali by local transport.

Charges: Rs. 500/- per person.
Includes :
Traveling till base village & back
Morning breakfast/tea,
Lunch.
Expert Guidance for the trek.

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek:
1. Waterproof/Water resistant haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has hands free while trekking.
2. A bottle of water (minimum 2Ltrs).
3. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)
4. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits, plate,spoon, glass (all reusable, compulsory).
5. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, insect repellant cream (Odomos or similar brand).
6. A good trekking shoes, shawl, bedding and extra clothes (compulsory).

REGISTRATION PROCESS: Please note that "attending" RSVP on Facebook will not be considered as a valid registration. Optionally you may leave your email ID and phone numbers so that we can contact you. Call us on following numbers. Please confirm your seat before

Do feel free to contact us for any queries / clarifications.
For Registration & more details, contact Our "Yatri’s".
Yatri Sahyadri.
Nityanand Naik: 9819818132.
Suhas Sagvekar : 9820257757.
Srikant Pillai: 7666905040.

Send mail us on: info@yatrisahyadri.com.

Dear All,

Late Mr.Somnath Samel-A trekker started the Kille Raigad Pradikashina!

Inspired & motivated by him, a group of Youngsters from Panvel established a small group named "Hirakani Group of Panvel".

This group organizes Raigad pradikshana every year since last 11 years. This year the Pradikshana is on 30th December 2012, Sunday.

Tentative plan-

29th December 2012

Report till 8:00 pm to the Pachad Dormitory and register your attendance .Then after dinner we will give all instructions to the participants for the next day pradikshina program at Dormitory .Then we will have rest.

30th December 2012:

At 6:00 am Snacks and tea at Deshmukh hotel, Pachad. Gather before 7 am at Chitta Darwaja Raigad Base. We will make a group of 15-20 peoples with a Leader. Before starting pradikshana, rules will explain. Its total 16 Km walks of 5 hrs. So we will go step by step with proper halts. It takes 5 -6Hrs. to complete the pradikshana!

After the pradikashana finish, we will gather at pachad base village, finish our lunch .Share our experience at dormitory.

Things to carry:-

1. Good Sack to pack all your belongings. Sleeping bag/Mats for Saturday night stay at Pachad dormitory. Also keep cloths as considering the winter.

2. Keep light ready to eat food during pradikshana.

3. Water bottles and Glucose-D. (At least 2-3 Ltr).On the whole route of pradikashana, no water!

4. Personal medicines. (Crosin, Action 500, Antiseptic cream etc.)

5. Bata \ Hunter shoes compulsory, avoid floaters! Avoid 3/4th Pants and sleeveless T-shirts.

6. Camera (not compulsory, but keep to capture a good view of Raigad from base)

7. Smoking & consumption of liquor is strictly prohibited. Anyone found smoking or consuming alcohol will be expelled from trek there and then itself.

Registration Charges: Rs.120 /-

(Includes Saturday night stay arrangements and Sunday Morning Breakfast/Tea)

Note – The whole trek we have arranged on our own however every participants coming on his own responsiblity.It's medium grade trek!

The registration fee only includes Sunday morning breakfast and tea. The peoples having asthma, Dama or other physical issues have to inform us while registering their name to this event on phone.

For more Details contact -

Kiran Shelar-09833706672, Sameer Kadam-09920018491

Jay Bhawani!! Jay Shivay!!

TRAILBLAZERS ADVENTURE CLUB organizes night trek to Raj Machi Fort, Lonavala on 15-16 December 2012
Trailblazers Adventure Club has organized Night Trek to Raj Machi Fort which is in Karjat-Lonavala region on 15-16 December 2012. Rajmachi trek is one of the famous treks in Sayhyadri mountain ranges & Is situated at the height of 2500ft approximately. There are two fortifications which are Srivardhan & Manoranjan forts on Rajmachi which were built by Shivaji Emperor during 17t

h century and a Buddhist cave, Kondhane Cave, which is beautifully carved out of rocks during Lord Buddha’s Period. Rajmachi fort is a strategic fort overlooking Borghat (ghat or mountain pass between Mumbai and Pune) which was a historical trade route. Rajmachi can be reached by 2 ways, the tough route from Kondivide village near Karjat (we will be descending by this route), and the other easy but long way route from Lonavala (we will be approaching by this route). It is a 17 km trekking distance from Lonavala.
Trek grade: Easy to Medium.
The Itinerary for the trek is given below:

DAY 1 Schedule:
• Meet at Mumbai CST Station SHARP at 4:45pm.Here we will board DECCAN QUEEN which will leave Mumbai CST SHARP at 5:10pm and reaches lonavala by 7:20pm.
• After reaching Lonavala, we will have light refreshments near station and after that FIRST PART OF THE TREK STARTS from there. This will be the long walk BUT easy walk about 17 km on flat kaccha road (about 3-4hrs) till the base village – Udhewadi Village (which is Right below the Shrivardhan & Manoranjan forts) by 11:30 Pm. In this part of the trek, we will be covering the entire top portion of the Rajmachi valley till Udhewadi in Night.
• After reaching Udhewadi, we will have night halt in this village. Here we will have Dinner and Rest.

DAY 1 OFF

DAY 2 Schedules:
• 7:00am begins with getting up in the morning, Refreshments and move towards Shriwardhan fortification. After reaching Shriwardhan Fort, we can get an excellent view of surrounding mountain ranges and further continue with shriwardhan exploration. Then we proceed towards base village (udhewadi), have breakfast and then proceed towards Manoranjan Fort.
• By 10 – 10:30 am we will come back to our Base (Udhewadi) back and have lunch. By 11:30am -12:00 pm we will start our descend towards Kondhane Caves.
• We will reach Kondhane caves in about 2hrs (by 2:00pm) spend some time (around 45 mins) exploring the caves clicking pictures etc.
• Then around 3:00pm we will leave Kondhane caves and descend futhur towards Kondivde village which is about 30 to 40 mins walk.
• After reaching kondivde village, we will come back to Karjat station by Minidor (Tum Tum Auto Rickshaw).
• After Reaching Karjat station, we will have refreshments near the station and then back to Mumbai in the evening by Local train.
DAY 2 OFF…..TREK ENDS.

PLEASE NOTE:

• This is an ADVENTURE TREK and NOT a Leisure Tour or trek. So Whatever transportation,
Food and Accommodations for night stay will be according to what is available locally in the village, well Food is always good in the village.
• Please carry around 4- 5 Liters of water.
• Smoking And Drinking is strictly prohibited.
• Do not throw the waste materials anywhere; carry an extra pairs of paper bags to collect the waste materials.
• Avoid Wearing Gold Ornaments, or to Bring Any Valuables. If brought, then it should be on your own risk.
Timings Of DECCAN QUEEN at Major stations in CENTRAL RAILWAY

Station Arrival Departure Stop Time Distance
1 Mumbai (CSTM)
starts 17:10 pm Starts 0 km

2 Karjat (KJT)
18:33 pm 18:35 2 min 100 km
3 Lonavala (LNL)
19:18 pm 19:20pm 2 min 128 km

THINGS TO CARRY:
• IDENTITY PROOF (Compulsory)
• WATER 4-5Ltrs (Compulsory)
• Personal Medication (Optional)
• Cameras (Optional)
• Extra Pair of Cloths (Optional)
• Win cheaters (Optional)
• Sleeping Mat, or bedshits & Air Pillows.
• TORCHES with extra batteries COMPULSORY
• GOOD TREKING SHOES OR SPORTS SHOES will also do (Compulsory)
• Sleepers or floaters (optional)
• Some ready to eat snacks
• Haversack Bags (No Slings or Jhola type bags will be entertained) to put all this stuff in it.
• Dinner for Night Halt at Udhewadi (COMPULSORY)
• Some Light ready to eat snacks to munch it in between the treks or breaks given while walking BUT see to that it does not make u thirsty in between as we will have to store as much water as possible.

Total Cost of the trek is Rs 850/- only, which includes:
• Mumbai to Lonavala Train Fare
• Overnight stay charges in the village.
• Refreshments before the start of the trek near Lonavala Station.
• Two time Tea and breakfast in Udhewadi village
• Lunch arranged in the village before leaving the Rajmachi towards Kondhane caves.
• Rickshaw fare from Kondivde village to Karjat
• Train Fare from Karjat To Mumbai CST.

Interested participants should deposit Rs 850/- in ADVANCE in the Account No. below
ACCOUNT DETAILS:
Account No. SB01901092
RTGS IFSC Code (Branch code): CORP0000536
Address:
Corporation Bank, Mahapalika branch, St Xavier’s college, Mahapalika Rd, Mumbai 400001.

For further details feel free to contact:
SUDHANSHU SHARMA +91-8108447129

Email: trailblazers37@yahoo.com

Thank You,
See you on trek.

!!31st Dec,2012-1st Jan 2013!!

Theme: Celebrating Mumbai Travellers Anniversary At the Same Place From where we Started right one year back at The Top Of Maharashtra at Kalsubai Peak. History will repeat itself, and we will see the sunrise of new year once again from the Top of Maharashtra. With the Same Tradition and Culture we will Rock The Upcoming Year Once Again.

Short Info: Kalsubai Peak is the Highest Peak of the Sahyadris (1646M) in the Akole Taluka of Ahmednagar District of Maharashtra. Kalsubai Temple is Located at the Topmost peak of Sahyadri Mountain Range Of Maharashtra. To reach the summit there are various trekking routes and animal tracks. The main route starts from the village of Bari which is about six km from Bhandardara. To reach Bari, one has to travel to Igatpuri on the Mumbai Nasik route.

Date: 31st Dec2012-1st Jan,2013

Trek Cost: Rs.800/- per person

Grade: Medium

Schedule:

31st Dec,2012: Meet at Kasara Station By 5:30pm. Taking Transport from Their till base village “Bari”. Dinner at Bari, Rest for half an hour. Camp session till 12am. Celebration of New Year and Anniversary Of Mumbai Travellers. Starting Hike at 12:30am. Reaching at The Top by 3am. Rest Till Morning.

1st Jan,2013: Watching Sunrise from the Top. Have Tea and Breakfast and Proceed for Temple Darshan. Start Hiking Downwards by 11am. Reaching Base by 1:30pm. Lunch at Base and Proceed back for Mumbai By 3pm. We will reach back by 6pm at home.

INCLUSIONS:

1. Transport From Kasara -Kasara

2. 1Lunch,1Breakfast, Evening Tea Snacks,

3. Trek Expertise

EXCLUSIONS:

1. Dinner for night is not included, You have to carry Packed Dinner.

2. Train Tickets From Mumbai-Kasara

3. Anything other than mentioned above.

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or Call on 8692022777/8692033777/8692055777

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Mumbai Travellers
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