Mumbai Hikers Community 03.10.2015

Posted: 03 Oct 2015 01:24 AM PDT

SPR Giriratna Hikers 3 DAY BIKE TRIP TO CHIPLUN-GUHAGAR - VELANESHWAR - HEDVI RATNAGIRI – GANPATIPULE ON 14 Nov to 16 Nov  2015 Explore the beauty of the Konkan along the beaches and Sea Forts.AS WE TAKE U TO BIKE RIDE TOUR ON 14 Nov to 16 Nov 2015. This event will be only for those who are Hardcore Bikers, Novice will not be entertained, Explore the beauty of the Konkan along the beaches and Sea Forts.--------------------------------------------------------------------------Vyadeshwar/ Velaneshwar Temple• - This temple of Lord Shiva is literally a stone's throw away from the S.T. Depot, right in the middle of the bazaar. It is the Kuladaivat of a lot of Kokanastha Chitpavan Brahmins (Surnames like Patwardhan,Godbole, Damle, Oak, Phadke, Apte, Abhyankar, Soman, Bhat, Ranade, Joglekar, Agashe, Kelkar, Deodhar, Pethe, Gadre).• Ufarata Ganpati - This temple of Lord Ganesha is 200 metres away from Bazaar, on the road to Anjanvel/Veldoor. The idol is carved in white stone (marble?) and was found by local fishermen around 300 years back. There is a legend associated with this idol, that's worth taking a note.Bamanghal on the Hedvi Beach• Guhagar Beach - Guhagar beach is one of the cleanest and less polluted beaches in Maharashtra. It is located just within 200 metres from Guhagar S.T. Depot towards west. The beach looks pretty safe though there are warnings posted by local villagers. Off late, Chat stalls have started making business on the shore.View of Budhal Village• Velaneshwar - Approximately 25 KM south of Guhagar, along Guhagar-Hedvi road, is located this beautiful temple of Lord Shiva. The temple is right on the pristine sea shore. Just like Vyadeshwar, this too is Kuladaivat of lots of Kokanastha Chitpavan Brahmins. (Surnames like Gokhale, Raste, Dev, Gadgil, Tulpule). There are smaller temples of other gods like Shri Vishnu, Ganesha, Kalabhairav around the main temple. At the entrance is located a tall Deepamaal.Idol of Chandika in the underground temple at Dab... Read more

Posted: 03 Oct 2015 01:16 AM PDT

Gorakhgad Trek - Dated 24th & 25th Oct, 2015 (Overnight Camping) Description: Climbing the vertical rock faces of the fort will give you a very thrilling experience of its breath taking views.A short but technical Journey to the cave, Its excitingly fearful path, An inch more effort to feel the zeal of remarking your steps to the successful summit, breathing in the clouds, viewing the success on the top where the world has fallen back and beneath your feet, a night in the caves and many more excitingly wonderful experieces to flourish cannot just be, unless there you be!!! Gorakhgad attracts people as it is highly showered with beauty to enchant and activities to do. Gorakh Gadh has a dense canopy of forest cover and a monumental place of performing penance of Saint Gorakhnath. 14 Water cisterns here indicates the remarkable system of civilization inhabited here during the era of Shivaji. A) What to see!! - Cave at top - Mahadev temple above the cave - Mighty Machindra gadh - Scenic beauty around Gorakhgad - Small caves on top - Water cisterns - The sight of penance of saint Gorakhnath. B) Trek information Altitude 2150 feet approx Base Village :- Dehri Activities :- Treking, basic rock climbing, Sight Seeking, Lectures and guidance on life survival, Snake Bites, Games and experience sharing. C) Itinerary 24th Oct 7:00 AM Leaving From Chembur by Private Bus 10:00 AM Reaching At Base Have Breakfast & Tea 10:30 AM Start Trekking 13:00 PM Lunch Time 14:00 PM 15:00 PM – 17:30 PM Reaching On Top Sightseeing and exploring the fort, photography. 18:00 PM Tea Time 19:00 PM - 21:00 PM Lectures and guidance on wild life Survival, snake bite first aids, games and experience Sharing. 21:00 PM Have Dinner 22:00 PM Go To Bed 25th Oct 7:30 AM Wakeup Call 9:00 AM Have Breakfast & Tea 10:30 AM Descending 12:30 PM Reaching At Base 13:00 PM Leaving For Mumbai D) Cost:- Rs. 1250/- This Includes:- 1st day breakfast 1st day Lunch 1st day Dinner 2nd day breakfast Transport cos... Read more

Posted: 03 Oct 2015 12:23 AM PDT

Diwali Special SPR Giriratna Hikers Wildlife tour to Tadoba,Offbeat Anandwan, Hemalkasa on 20th Nov to 23 Nov 2015   Type: Wild life / Photography / Safari------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve is the pristine and unique eco-system situated in the Chandrapur district of the Maharashtra State of India. The Reserve contains some of the best of forest tracks and endowed with rich biodiversity. It is famous for its natural heritage. Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve is the second Tiger Reserve in the State. Tadoba-Andhari Tiger reserve was created in 1995. The area of the Reserve is 625.40 sq. km. This includes Tadoba National Park, created in 1955 with an area of 116.55 sq. km. and Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary created in 1986 with an area of 508.85 sq. km. The Reserve is constituted with 577.96 sq. km. Reserve Forest, 32.51 sq. km. Protected Forest and 14.93 sq. km. other areas.Needless to say, everyone at some point of their lives has heard about Amte family's remarkable social projects given suitable abode at these three places. Anandwan is the realization of a dream of one man - Baba Amte and his team of volunteers. Founded in 1948 and registered in 1951, Anandwan today is a self contained village.After marriage, Baba began working for leprosy struck patients just outside Warora, and started 11 weekly clinics there. He later started Anadwan which literally means 'Forest of joy'.Baba visited Hemalkasa Gadchiroli in 1973 and found the condition of the Madia Gond tribe there to be appalling. The area was completely cut off from civilization. Illiteracy being a total and medical care completely unheard of, malnutrition, leprosy, malaria and tuberculosis were rife. As daunting as the conditions then were, in 1974, Baba's son Dr. Prakash and his wife Mandakini volunteered and built a small hut for themselves and a big hut on the land of 50 acres given by the government. Not only did they cure patients, but also ... Read more

Posted: 02 Oct 2015 11:56 PM PDT

SPR Giriratna Hikers Trek to Alang and Madan on 31st Oct- 01 Nov 2015, (Starting on 30th Oct night)   Duration: 1 Night 2 Days Type: Hill Forts Height: Alang- 4500Ft; Madan- 4900ft Grade: Tough District: Nasik Region: Kalsubai Base Village: Ambewadi Contribution:Rs 1950.00 per person   Maximum group size 25 participants only.Alang (4852 ft):The beautiful Alang Fort lies in the Nashik region. Top of the fort is huge plateau. There are two caves on the fort for staying and 11 water cisterns arranged in a Cascade formation & a dilapidated storage room.Mandan (4841 ft):Madangad is considered to be one of the most difficult forts to climb among all the forts in the Sahyadris. The area of the fort is quite small as compared to Alang and Kulang, its adjoining forts. There are only two water tanks on top of the fort. The area visible from the top of the fort is quite scenic.The itinerary for the tour will be as follows:FridayNight Start by second Last Kasara Local (starting 10.50 Pm fromCST.)(Timings given below)This local is fast till mulund and slow ther onwards.Please reach the stations around 10 mins earlier, as missing this local will mean missing the trek.The train timings for the last Kasara local are as follows:10:50 pm :CST10:57 pm: Byculla11:04 pm: Dadar11:12 pm: Kurla11:17 pm: Ghatkopar11:27 pm: Mulund11:31 pm: Thane11:54 pm: Dombivali00:03 am: Kalyan01:18 am: KasaraSaturday:kasara Station @1.18 AMTravel to Ambewadi by local jeeps till 5 am on Saturday.Breakfast @6AM,General Introduction @6.45AM.Start trek by 7,Reach the col between Alang and Madan till 11 amClimb the rock patch of Madangad.Lunch break on Madangad top fortExplore Madan Fort till 3 pm.After lunch start Descending Madangad.Reach the col between Alang and Madan.Start ascending Alang fort reach the cave,Dinner and rest for the day.Explore & stay on Alang.Sunday:Enjoy sunrise early morning at Alang Fort,Explore the remaining Alang fort,Breakfast & start descending by 9 am.Have o... Read more

Posted: 02 Oct 2015 11:47 PM PDT

SPR Giriratna Hikers Midnight cycling event to Bandstand juhu beach on 10 Oct 2015.(Saturday Night) 21 Kms.Dear Friends we invite you all for Midnight cycling event to Bandstand juhu beach on 10 Oct 2015.(Saturday Night) 21 Kms.bandra-worli-sea-linkCategory : CyclingLevel : EasyDuration : 1 Night Saturday night 10:00 pm to Sunday early morning 5:00 Am.Total Ride of approximately 21 Kms.-------------------------------------------------------------------------Disclaimer :-1. No midway back out during the ride if you want you can drop the cycles on starting point on your own expenses.2. There might be alteration in the route as per the situation.Itinerary for the Cycle Ride:Meeting Point Bandra Station (West) Near ticket counter, 10 Oclock Sharp.Allocation of Cycles at 10.15Ride will Start around 10.30 sharpStarting Point: Bandra Hill RDLilavati HospitalMount Marry churchBandra Band standCarter RdPali hillZig Zag RdJuhu BeachBack to Bandra Hill Rd Ride Ends Around 5 am Early morning.Tour Cost : Rs 825/- per personName: Rajendra JadhavBank: HDFC Ltd.Account No: 50100091005091IFSC code: HDFC0000814Branch : Thane Ghodbander RoadMail id: shilpachimad@gmail.comInclusions:1. Cycle Rental2. Refreshments on tour (Energy Drink Gatorade ,Energy Bar,biscuits)3. First Aid4. Expertise ChargesThings to be Carried:Tail Lamp CycleIdentity proof (must)A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs) CompulsoryTorch with extra batteriesMedicine those if u require usually (Optional)Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.All participants are requested to wear comfortable clothes for cycling and avoid wearing pants which are loose on bottom.For Registration call us:Rajendra: 9769641488Shilpa': 9920360336Registration accepted only through phone call..Few rules we would like our participants to follow:Please -Do Not LitterNo Smoking, tobacco and alcoholRespect the HeritageBe a GroupPay attentionIn case of any injury, sickness, accident, death or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or ... Read more