Posted: 16 Apr 2016 03:30 AM PDT

NOMAD HIKERS moonlight (stargazing) trek to Korigad (lonavala)
Date : 16th and 17th April 2016
Details of the Event
Type : Hill Fort
Height : 3050 Feet above MSL (Approx )
Grade : easy
Endurance Level : easy
Base Village :Thakurwadi
Region : Lonavala
fees : 450/-only (including lonavala to lonavala travelling, brkfast Sunday morning and all expertise charges)
History : Shivaji Maharaj incorporated this fort in Swarajya along with Lohgad, Visapur, Tung and Tikona in 1657. On March 11, 1818, Col. Prother invaded this fort but could not succeed even after prolonged fighting. Finally he succeeded on 14th March, by dropping a cannon ball where the ammunition was stored. Along with this fort the English also conquered Ghangad.
Fascinating Spots :
2 Large ponds
Korlaidevi temple
Ganesh temple
Fortification of the fort
Beautiful views of the surrounding valleys
Walk along the entire perimeter of the fort (about 2 km)
Aamby Valley View from top
From here Nagphani Point, Tung, Tikona, Matheran, Prabalgad, Karnala and Manikgad ranges can be viewed.
OFFER : GORUP OF 3 PPL OR MORE WIL HAVE 50 INR OFF ON EASCH CONFIRMATION
P.S. : Nomad Family members will have 50 inr off
Trek plan
Mumbai – Pune pragati express (12125)
# Code Station Distance Arr. Time
1 sctm mumbai 16:25
2 DR Dadar (Central) 16:37
3 TNA Thane 16:53
4 PNVL Panvel 17:29
5 KJT Karjat 18:07
6 LNL Lonavala 18:49
Trek Schedule:
07:00 Pm: Departs from lonaval towards Korigad base village (peth shahapur).
07:30 pm: base village by private transport
07:45 pm: Arrive at base village, Introduction session,
08:00 pm: Start climbing towards on Korigad
09:00 pm: reach Korigad and its surrounding ranges. Enjoy campifre
09:30 Pm: dinner
10:30 pm: campfire and all activities including experience sharing
00:00 am: sleeping under 5 billions stars & natural air conditioned
06:00 am: wake n start exploring fort and all fun including dip into pond (if possible)
08:30 am: start descending
10:00 am: morning breakfast at base village by nomad
02:00 pm: back in mumbai
Things to be carry:
*dinner compulsory
* Torch compulsory
* Full body covered cloths to avoid insects bite
*sleeping mat/blanket
*snacks, ready to eat foods.
*good trekking shoes,
*mineral water bottle,3ltrs
*camera(optional)
For confirmation or any more info please call OR whats app
on
Y@sh : 9022727690
pushkar : 9833090999
P.S : please hurry and confirm your seats only 20 seats
availble
Trek Concludes with Beautiful Memories.
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Posted: 16 Apr 2016 04:30 AM PDT

A Night Under the Stars.
SGNP is ready to host Mumbaikars' seeking a pure, nocturnal wilderness experience, filled with interesting natural history and interstellar insights! Do make use of this opportunity as the forest promises to awe-inspire you all with a scintillating camping delight.
Date: 16th April, Saturday (Evening) to 17th April, Sunday (Morning)
Age Group: Open for All.
Itinerary:
Saturday 16th April
05.00 PM — Report at Nature Information Center (NIC)
05.15 PM — Tea / Coffee
05. 30 PM — Slide show on SGNP (or Stars in the sky)
06.15 PM — Proceed to the campsite
06.30 PM — Room allocation and light refreshments
07.00 PM — Star Gazing guided by professional experts
09.00 PM — Back to campsite for dinner
10.30 PM — Lights out
Sunday 17th April
05.00 AM — Wakeup call
05.30 AM — Tea / Coffee
06.00 AM — Nature trail
10.00 AM — Breakfast at the campsite
10.30 AM — Camp Closure
Camp Costs: INR 2,000/- per head
(inclusive of accommodation, food, internal travel, all sessions and resource people)
Maximum number of participants: 25
Information and Instructions:
Accommodation: Well executed tented dormitory accommodations with comfortable bedding and blankets will be provided. Accommodations will be separate for males and females (advisable to carry your warm clothing as well; nights in the forest do get chilly); Clean and Hygienic toilets and bathrooms; separate for males and females; Any special requests for family accommodations can be handled by prior communications and will be separately chargeable.
Meals and Refreshments: Simple, hygienic, sumptuous vegetarian meals will be provided. Though not needed, Campers may carry their own dry-snacks as well.
Resource persons:
Well trained naturalists and educators will accompany the campers and help answering queries about biodiversity.
Star gazing session will be conducted by experts with good quality, high magnification telescopes.
Travel: All travel in the camp starting from NIC and back to NIC is covered. We discourage participants to bring their own vehicles.
Onsite assistance: The camp will be guided by 2 forest guards and resource persons. Any help needed should be communicated to them.
Things to carry:
a) Water bottle to fill in water for outdoor sessions
b) Cap, Warm Clothing as per your own need.
c) Good footwear (canvas shoes or snickers are fine). NO chappals/slippers.
d) Earth coloured (grey, brown, green) cotton shirt & jeans. Drab coloured Shalwar kameez is ok. Wearing full clothes is advisable.
g) Binocular and camera are not a must, but they will enhance the quality of your experience.
h) Personal medicines and toiletries if any are needed.
i) Avoid carrying valuables (gold ornaments, ipads, too much cash etc.)
j) Insect repellents.
k) Torch or a decent headlamp is highly essential
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Posted: 16 Apr 2016 04:30 AM PDT

GREAT HIMALAYAN NATIONAL PARK – Tirthan valley
Date:16th – 22nd April 2016
Camping in the Great Himalayan National park
The Great Himalayan National Park is carved out of the splendid mountain terrain of Kullu district, and is the largest protected area in Himachal Pradesh. Great Himalayan National Park is also a World Heritage Site. The secluded Sainj and Tirthan valley harbors a variety of wildlife common to this area – wild mountain goats like the Bharal, Goral, and Serow, the Himalayan Brown Bear and predators like the Leopard and the very rare Snow Leopard. Birds like Himalayan Pied Kingfisher, Brown Dipper, Bearded Vulture, and Himalayan Parakeet can be seen during the trek.
Charges: Rs. 22,100/- for Members and Rs. 23,600/-for others. (ex-Delhi)
Registration*: Kindly contact us at 22871202/22821811 or e-mail us at bnhs.programmes@gmail.com.
For more details of all the BNHS nature camps visit http://www.bnhs.org
Keep Exploring!!!
#GHNP #Hmalayas #camping #tents #adventure #kullu #valley #BNHS #BNHSINDIA #naturalheritage #mountains #trekking #birding #greathimalayannationalpark #
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Posted: 16 Apr 2016 06:00 PM PDT

Tungareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary
Tungareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary is situated north of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), and forms a corridor for animals between SGNP and Tansa Wildlife Sanctuary. This trail is lined with dense mixed deciduous forest. During this season one can see birds like Rufous Treepie, Yellow-eyed Babbler, Crested Serpent Eagle, Brown-headed Barbet, Shikra, and many more. Grade: Easy
Charges: Rs. 700/- for members and Rs. 800/- for others (Charges include transportation, entry, and BNHS expertise).
Reporting: Bus will leave from Dadar T.T. (near Chandu Halwai) at 6:30 a.m., Andheri (near Bisleri factory) at 6:50 a.m., Borivali, Opp. Sanjay Gandhi National Park (near Omkareshwar temple) 7.10 a.m., Ghodbundar Jn. (Hotel Fountain) 7:30 a.m.
Registration*: Call Hornbill House at 22871202/ 22821811 Mon-Fri 09:30 a.m. to 05:30 p.m. or e-mail: bnhs.programmes@gmail.com
The group should return to Dadar by 1:00 p.m. Kindly carry adequate water and packed breakfast. Be prepared for a hot day.
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Posted: 22 Apr 2016 07:30 PM PDT

HOLA..!! Dear Adventure lovers..!!
Need a break from your regular schedule and a boring life?
Come along join THE NOMAD HIKERS to an exciting
MUSICAL TREK to RAJMACHI
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NOMAD HIKERS Musical trek to RAJMACHI
Height : 3000 ft
Grade : EASY
Endurance : Medium
Type : Hill Twin fort
Cost : 2000/- per head
DATE : 23rd & 24th April 2016 (Saturday & Sunday)
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ACTIVITIES HIGHLIGHTS:
• Jungle trail
• Fort exploration
• Dip n Dive into the pond
• Campfire by tents
• Live band performance under open sky
• KaraokE
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About Rajmachi : A small village in the rugged mountains of Sahyadri in India. The fortification at Rajmachi consists of two forts, namely Shrivardhan fort and Manaranjan Fort. Rajmachi Fort is a popular trekking destination at the height of 3000 ft, also it is a regular trek.
Charges for the trekking will be 2000 per person which would thereby include travelling, food (breakfast, lunch and dinner) also tents would be provided!
Coming to the peculiar part of the trek, as mentioned above it is a musical trek wherein live band session, karaoke, camping & fort exploration will be conducted too.
The trek is on 23rd and 24th of April 2016 (Saturday and Sunday)
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Costs Includes
• Transport by bus,
• Trekking with all safety measures and camping equipment's.
• Morning Tea & Breakfast (unlimited)
• Lunch (unlimited)
• Dinner(unlimited)
• Expert Team of Explorers.
• First aid kit.
Excludes
• Personal expenses of any kind.
• Medical expenses other than "First aid".
• Any other charges not mentioned in "Fees Include"
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Things To Carry
• A Good Quality Rucksack suitable for One day Trek
Luggage packed in a Plastic Bag.
• Minimum 2 Ltr. Water Bottles.
• Extra pair of clothes, TORCH with cell.
• Cap and Sunglasses
• Napkin / Towel.
• Glucon – D OR Electrol
• Shoes Compulsory in a Good Condition.
• Dress code recommended – T-shirt, Flexible Track pant.
• Personal Medicines, if any.
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Pick-up points for Bus
• Dadar (Central) 07:30 am Thane 08:30 am
• Ghatkopar 08:00 am Lonavala 11:00 am
***SPECIAL OFFERS ON GROUP BOOKINGS (Please Mention)
For booking confirmation or any other queries please call OR whatsapp
y@sh : 9022727690
VINAY : 8108043444
PUSHKAR : 9833090999
NOMAD HIKERS…
A walk to remember
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Posted: 25 Apr 2016 05:30 PM PDT

KOLHAPUR HIKERS BASIC ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES CAMP 2016
Dear Adventure Enthusiasts,
We Kolhapur Hikers Coming With Our Basic Adventure Activities Camp On 25th April To 30th 2016 at Ratnadurg Fort (Ratnagiri).
Adventure integrates physical and mental challenges, promoting personal growth and mental acuity useful in other areas of life. It must focus on solutions that will get them to their destination while hazarding dangers that may keep them from it. The best routes, weather conditions, and health, all are subject to change; a new route must be planned or an effective way to ration dangerously low air supplies must be found. We offer activities to build-up self-confidence, Growth, Motivation and desire for a greater involvement. ( Age Group 8 to 25 )
ACTIVITIES OF ADVENTURE CAMP :
1. RAPPELLING.
2. ROCK CLIMBING.
3. VALLY CROSSING.
4. JUMARING.
5. ROPE BALANCING.
6. RIFLE SHOOTING.
7. KNOT PRACTICE.
8. EQUIPMENT INTRODUCTION.
9. TENT PATCHING.
10. CAVING
11. SEA SAFARI.
12. SNAKE HANDLING.
13. TREASURE HUNT.
14. JUNGLE COOKING.
15. CHIMANI CLIMBING
16. PARRLEL ROPE.
17. BASIC ROPE KNOTS.
18. COMMANDO BRIDGE.
19. TEAM BUILDING GAME.
20. LIGHTHOUSE VISIT.
21. TREK SUNSET POINT.
22. GO GREEN AND CAMPUS CLEAN.
23. MAP READING
24. BOULDERING
25. YOGA
* IMPORTANCES OF THIS ADVENTURE CAMP IN YOUR LIFE:
“Without adventure, civilization is in full decay.”
-Alfred North Whitehead
The Willingness to Undertake Adventure is a Necessary Part of a Happy Existence … Successful lives grow out of successful adventures. The adventure of our life is so important that it demands the best of your attention, and the most of your energies, on a daily basis, so that it can be lived well.
The Buddha went on a quest. Mohammed lived an adventure. Moses, Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Columbus, Gandhi, Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Susan B. Anthony, Amelia Earhart, Martin Luther King – so many of the names that represent to us lives fully lived are those of adventurers, inventors, discoverers, liberators, creators, people who were not content to just measure out their days, but who threw themselves into a dynamic process of change for the sake of others as well as themselves.
* When you take part in Basic Adventure Activities Camp, you can improve:
1. Leadership skills
2. Cooperation and teamwork skills
3. Confidence
4. Time management
5. Appreciation of different abilities
6. Social interaction skills & physical skills
7. Team goal-setting skills
8. Physical Health Benefits
9. Strong mind power
10. Becoming Active
11. Discipline
12. Courage
13. Quick Decision Making
14. Respect for team mates/ opponents/officials
15. Resilience through sharing positive and negative
experiences.
16. Be less selfish and to think of other people
17. Deal with losing as well as winning.
18. Overcome shyness by putting into situations where need
to communicate with others & so on ……….
* THINGS TO CARRY:
• Full sleves T-shirts (no black colour)
• Loose trousers or track pant (no tight jeans, no shorts, no
¾ pants)
• & other necessary clothes
• Extra pair of clothes to be changed after adventure
activities
• Good sport shoes
• Extra pairs of chapples & sandles to be use after
adventure activities
• Extra 3 pairs of socks
• Good sun cap & goggle
• Small towel/ napkin to be utilised on the adventure
activities & 1 extra
• Water bottle (to carry at least 2 L)
• Torch with extra batteries
• Personal medicines (as per requirements)
• Sleeping bag/ sleeping mat, blanket
• Book and pen to write camp information
* IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS:
1.The leader’s decision will be final & binding on all participants.
No arguments will be entertained.
2.It is important for all participants to stay together in the group,
3. In the event of any mishap, Kolhapur Hikers will not be
responsible.
4. Each participant will be responsible for his/her own safety &
baggage.
5. Avoid wearing gold or other ornaments.
6. Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
* Camp Cost is Rs. 7000/- Per Person.
* Cost Includes :
1) Stay
2) Food (veg)
3) Travelling Kolhapur to Kolhapur
4) Technical Equipment charge
5) Instructor's & Expertise's charges
* Cost Does not Include :
1) Food ordered other than included meals in the Cost
2) Personal Expenses like Soft Drinks, Mineral water, etc.
* Registration Date: Before 15th April 2016
So Don’t Think Much “ONLY 30 SEATS AVAILABLE”.
Interested participants are requested to call well in advance and in order to confirm their seat for Basic Adventure Activities Camp. (Registration on first come basis)
So Hurry up Book your seat as soon as….
For Registration Please Contact :
Sagar Patil 9579997111 / 8237079999
Regards,
Team Kolhapur Hikers
http://www.kolhapurhikers.com
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