Posted: 06 May 2016 12:12 AM PDT

Trek Mates India invites you to Waterfall Rappelling at Vihi  in Monsoon  on  Sunday 12th June 16.   About the Waterfall Rappelling :   Date:12th June 16 Location: Kasara.Height: Approx 120 feetGrade: Medium.     Waterfall Rappelling Rappelling (English Name) also known as abseiling (German Name) is a method of a quick and safe descend after a climb. It's an act of descending a mountain face by sliding down a rope, which is attached to a body harness and fastened to an overhead projection, with sufficient friction provided as to make the speed of descent controllable.The only difference here is we will be rappelling down through a flowing waterfall, pouring water on us as we come down.It's the best exercise to overcome the fear of height. Feel the thrill of suspension at the height of about 100 feet's. Come experience the incredible feeling of success and accomplishment when you touch the ground.       Itinerary of the event:  Day 1: Sunday,12th June 16   Reach Kasara by 9.11 am. (Check the recommended train timings in travel section )Meeting Point - Ticket booking counter at Kasara stationMeet your leaders, proceed towards Vihi village by local transport (Sumo / Trax)Breakfast and Introduction session at Vihi village. Instruction session at waterfall and start the rappelling activity (09:30am). Enjoy the thrill of Vihi waterfall throughout the day with an amazing rappelling under the expert's guidance.Evening depart to Kasara and then further proceed towards Mumbai by local train     The Cost of the Trek is INR  1430     Things to Carry: Identity proof (must)Lunch For the Day, A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs),Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothesCamera, Cap, etc. (Optional)Windcheaters,Medicine those if u require usuallyA good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks A haversack to put in all the things to be carried….so that one has ones hands free while trekking. Pleases do not carry sling bag... Read more

Posted: 05 May 2016 11:40 PM PDT

Trek Mates India invites you to Waterfall Rappelling at Vihi  in Monsoon  on  Saturday 11th June 16.     About the Waterfall Rappelling :   Date:11th June 16 Location: Kasara.Height: Approx 120 feetGrade: Medium.     Waterfall Rappelling Rappelling (English Name) also known as abseiling (German Name) is a method of a quick and safe descend after a climb. It's an act of descending a mountain face by sliding down a rope, which is attached to a body harness and fastened to an overhead projection, with sufficient friction provided as to make the speed of descent controllable.The only difference here is we will be rappelling down through a flowing waterfall, pouring water on us as we come down.It's the best exercise to overcome the fear of height. Feel the thrill of suspension at the height of about 100 feet's. Come experience the incredible feeling of success and accomplishment when you touch the ground.       Itinerary of the event:  Day 1: Saturday,11th June 16   Reach Kasara by 9.11 am. (Check the recommended train timings in travel section )Meeting Point - Ticket booking counter at Kasara stationMeet your leaders, proceed towards Vihi village by local transport (Sumo / Trax)Breakfast and Introduction session at Vihi village. Instruction session at waterfall and start the rappelling activity (09:30am). Enjoy the thrill of Vihi waterfall throughout the day with an amazing rappelling under the expert's guidance.Evening depart to Kasara and then further proceed towards Mumbai by local train     The Cost of the Trek is INR 1430     Things to Carry: Identity proof (must)Lunch For the Day, A bottle of water (atleast 2 Ltrs),Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothesCamera, Cap, etc. (Optional)Windcheaters,Medicine those if u require usuallyA good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks A haversack to put in all the things to be carried….so that one has ones hands free while trekking. Pleases do not carry sli... Read more

Posted: 05 May 2016 11:01 PM PDT

We at Mumbai Green Chapter would like to invite you all to thrilling and chilling NIGHT trek to Kothaligad.   About Kothaligad: The cave and the temple carvings date back to the 13th century. Not much is known about the history until the 18th century. In 1716, this cave was captured by the British. Then later on, on November 2, 1817, it was recaptured by the Marathas under the leadership of Bapurao who belonged to the generation after Bajirao. From Kothaligad directions were given to know the advancements of the enemy. In fact, it can be called a watch tower to keep a vigil on the Mawal area in the greater province of the Marathas. There is a small temple and large cave at the base and a chimney like tunnel to the top of the fort. This pinnacle is carved from inside forming a staircase reaching the top. There is a tank of water at some distance from the cave and another one at the top of the fort. The stone is a single black expanse reaching till the Peth village standing on the fertile soil with abundant natural resources for water and farming. Height: 3100 FT Grade: Easy (Perfect for beginners) Date : 14 May 16 Things to Carry: 1. Extra Clothes 2. Sleeping bag / mat/ pull over/News Papers 3. Personal Medicines/ and mosquito repellant 4. Dry Food e.g. biscuits/ Dinner 5. Two Lemons 6. Good quality shoes. 7. Electral powder / Glucon D / Tang 8. Water Bottle (3 Liter Must) 9. Camera (Optional) 10. Dinner (if you don't want to carry same home cooked dinner can be arranged at  base village at actuals) 11. Rucksack to carry all this thing. 12. Sanitary Kit 13. TORCH WITH EXTRA BATTERIES Plan : 1. Board 07.55 PM local from CST to Karjat at your preferred station and Alight at Karjat 9.49 PM. Pune participants should reach karjat by same time. 2. Reach Base village with private/local transport 3. Have Dinner at base of fort 4. Take few moments (around 30 mins) time before start of trek 5. Start trek by 11.15 PM 6. Reach top by 2.30 AM 7. Rest  8. Wake up early morning a... Read more

Posted: 05 May 2016 09:58 PM PDT

We Mumbai Green Chapter invite you to Mid Night trek to Dhak Bahiri caves.About Dhak Bahiri Trek : Dhak is one of the most exciting and challenging known treks of Sahyadri. Dhak Bahiri is located in the middle of a cliff of Dhak fort. Trekkers visit the place throughout year to satisfy their thirst of thrill. We have made it more thrilling and refreshing by conducting at mid night. Let yourself win your fear and experience dreadful yet beautiful sahyadri !!   How Tall : 2320 Ft Grade : Not for weak hearts !! Schedule for the Event: - Start Point : Lonawala Railway Station Date : 14 May 16, 10.15 PM   Trek Plan: 1. Head to Zhambivali village (it will be around 1.30 hrs journey by private vehicle) 2. Will take a small break at base for gearing up and start the trek. 3. Mid way we will take rest for some time. (Around 4 am) 4. Reach at top by 6 am 5. Start Descend 7 am 6. Reach Base by 11.30 am *As it is a group trek and we believe team work is dream work all timings are indicative and may vary a bit as per group speed and energy Cost for the Event is 850 /- (Per Head)Inclusions :- Transport (Lonawala to Lonawala) ,a Breakfast, Expertise, Guidance, First AidExclusions :- Anything not in Inclusions Things To Carry : Lunch for Sunday (e.g. Parathas)Water (3 Ltrs)Torch and spare batteries, Trek Shoes,Newspaper, shawl or sleeping bagReady to eat food. E.g. Biscuits Regular medicines if any.   Consumption of alcohol, tobacco or drugs in any form is strictly not allowed.We reserve right to disqualify any participant on spot for any misconduct/misbehaviour with other participants.Hiking / Trekking / Rock climbing is an adventurous activity and accidents can happen in spite of taking utmost caution and care.The club will not be responsible for injury / accident / death to the participant while on trek.Medical Disclaimer: It's Important to be fit before going for Treks. It is Important to have a medical fitness checkup done.If suffering from any allergy or ailment, please b... Read more

Posted: 05 May 2016 09:10 PM PDT

We at MUMBAI GREEN CHAPTER invite you all to event 'Splendors of Mumbai'.Let's experience a different night life of Mumbai.. When clouds moving in sky and cool breeze singing around.. When all Mumbaikars taking rest.. Let's do something different.. Lets roam around Splendors of Mumbai at Mid Night..Gear up to ride on Roads of Bombay and visit the richness of it !! Let the cool air enter in blood... let the hot tea freshen up you in midnight...let the glittering lights amuse you totally…  Don't just live in Mumbai. Let the city live in you!! Start 14 May 16 11.00 PM Expected Finish: 15 May 16, 4.30 AM Splendors Covered Gateway of IndiaNariman PointMarine DriveHaji AliAmbani House Mumbai UniversityBombay High CourtRajabai Clock towerFlora FountainHorniman Circle Worli Sea Face   Type : Cycling (23 kms approx) Grade : Easy cool ride Event fees Rs. 700 non-refundable (includes cycle rent, packed snacks, first aid)    For registrations and more details contact.. Vivek 9004575139   If not reachable drop a text. Will come back to you !!   See you there ... Yo !!Regards,Mumbai Green Chapter,Your connection with Green..   Things to carry: -Photo Identity Proof (Mandatory)A Water Bottle (Mandatory)Routine medicines (if any)A backpack to put all these thingsDisclaimer:In case of midway back out during the ride one can drop the cycles on starting point on own. There might be alteration in the route as per the traffic situation, or any unforeseen situation though we will try to maintain it same as declared.Consumption of alcohol, tobacco or drugs in any form is strictly not allowed.We reserve right to disqualify any participant on spot for any misconduct/misbehaviour with other participants.Hiking / Trekking / Rock climbing is an adventurous activity and accidents can happen in spite of taking utmost caution and care.The club will not be responsible for injury / accident / death to the participant while on trek.Medical Disclaimer: It's Important to be fit before going for Treks.... Read more

Posted: 05 May 2016 08:35 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Night Trek to Kothligad in glowing forest of fireflies… 29 may 2016 Leaving 28 May saturday Night     Peth is situated in Shahapur taluka, Karjat district. Hight of this fort is 3100 ft above sea level. This fort is also known as Kothaligad because of the internally excavated stairs at the fort top. During the specific period of pre-monsoon, thousands of fireflies males glow in  mating display to attract females. This is one of the best natural phenomena one can expect… History : This fort is very small in size but was used as an ammunition storage and defense station during Sambhaji Maharaj's era. This fort is surrounded with other forts like Bhimashankar, Rajmachi, Dhak, Sidhhagad and Prabalgad       Some Information about the Fort: Pinnacle of the Peth fort with internally carved stairs Bhairoba Mandir Bhairoba Cave. Water cisterns Bastions of the fort well in condition From the Fort top we can have glimpse of Bhimashankar, Rajmachi, Dhak and Siddhagad     Kothligad (peth) Grade: Easy Location: Karjat region Trek Leader: Girish       The itinerary for trek is: Meeting at Neral station 9.30 pm . For convinence we have put up local train time table below:   28 May 2016 (Saturday) Night catch karjat fast local 7:55 from cst Or from the station of your choice Get down at Neral Station. This is a karjat Fast local. CST 7:55 PM Byculla 8:02 PM Dadar 8:08 PM Kurla 8:15 PM Ghatkopar 8:19 PM Mulund 8:31 PM Thane 8:35 PM Dombivili 8:47 PM Kalyan 8:56 PM Neral 9:30     itinerary : 28 May 2016 (Saturday) Night 07:55 from cst Or from the station of your choice Get down at Neral Station. On arrival at Neral we will proceed towards Ambavali village in Jeep OR Tumtum. 11.00 Introduction round and start ascend, Enjoy the glowing fireflies while ascending till Pethwadi. Please carry Dinner packed to eat from home. Take rest for a while then start trekking towards top of kothligad . After some happening photography session on the top of pinnacle, ... Read more

Posted: 05 May 2016 08:32 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Night Trek to Garbett Plateau Matheran with MumbaiRangers on 29 May 2016 Leaving 28 Sat night   Matheran has garnered a reputation of one of the most favourite hill-stations around Mumbai for some reasons. The bountiful rains, good greenery and  waterfalls around. Garbett Plateau is located in the south – west direction of Matheran, offering a 360 degree view of one of our all-time favourite  hill stations. Matheran is Famous & splendid hill station in Maharashtra, it covers an area of 8 square kilometres in Sahyadris. This Fantastic spot was  discovered in 1850 by Hugh Poyntz Malet, the collector of Thane district. Garbett point is located on South-west side of Matheran with grand view of the  plateau. Climate here is very cool with some breath taking views.     Some Information about the Place:   Type: Hill Fort   Height: 2625 Feet above MSL (Approx)   Grade: Easy   District: Raigad   Range: Matheran   Base Village: Diksal   Trek Leader : swapnil kawad     Train Timing   CST – Karjat slow Local   CST – 10:31pm   Byculla – 10:39pm   Dadar – 10:49pm   Kurla – 10:59pm   Ghatkopar – 11:05pm   Thane – 11:26pm   Dombivali – 11:48pm   Kalyan – 11:57pm   Bhivpuri – 00.39am     (If you miss the train you miss the trek so make sure you are on time to catch the train.)     People may board the same train from the convenient station of their choice and meet us in the train directly. (Get into any boggy will meet at bhivpuri station)     The itinerary for trek is:   00:40 Meet at Bhivpuri station   01.05 Introduction Round   01.15 Start Trek under moon light   04.15 Reach Matheran early Morning   Rest till sunrise    After sunrise walk till dasturi naka where we get taxis   Catch taxi to neral station   Breakfast at neral station   Catch Local train Reach Dadar by 10:30am…     Expenses for the Trek is 450 /- which is inclusive of Morning Breakfast & Tea, Taxi Fare from Neral to Matheran Station, Matheran Entry Charges,   Guide, Mumbai... Read more

Posted: 05 May 2016 08:28 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you for Cycle Ride to Aarey Colony with MumbaiRangers on 29 May 2016 Sunday Morning   Aarey Milk Colony established in 1949 is situated in Goregaon East, a suburb of Mumbai. It has gardens, a nursery, lakes, an observation pavilion, picnic facilities, and milk plants. The colony is spread over 16 square kilometres (4,000 acres) and is located off the Western Express Highway. Among the attractions in it are Chhota Kashmir with a lake and a picnic spot. The colony has restaurants and gardens and an observation pavilion. It is also used for film shootings.   As we Cycle in an around we can spot buffaloes, hay stacks, calves and derelict homes. The lake is unmissable, and we see people sedately paddling in paddleboats around the lake. The uphill road is past the Aarey Police Chowk. When you get there you are met with a children's park and gardens that are at different levels. There is enough of greenery to wander around, and many places where you can spread a mat and roll out a picnic basket. The lanes inside the park are leafy and shady.   Go Green With MumbaiRangers Say no to Pollution Ride A Cycle Be Healthy.   Here we will see Aarey Colony But on Cycle this time. So come Be a part of it and Enjoy it to the fullest. Ride to the beautiful gardens, a nursery, lakes, an observation pavilion, picnic Spots, and milk plantsroute of Mumbai on cycle.   Some Information about the Cycle Ride   Category : Cycling Level : Easy Duration : Sunday early morning 6:30Am Total Ride of approximately 15 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 (in taxi). 2. There might be alteration in the route as per the situation.   Itinerary for the Cycle Ride: Oberoi Mall Goregaon East Sharp 06.30am Collect Cycles Start Riding towards Aarey colony Rest And Fun time near Lake If Time Permits Will do Boating In Lake Explore some places near By Ride Back to Oberoi Mall Handover the cycl... Read more

Posted: 05 May 2016 08:26 PM PDT

Dear Friends we invite you all for Midnight Cycle Ride from SouthMumbai to bandstand with MumbaiRangers on 28 May 2016 Saturday night 25 KMS   MumbaiRangers Have Own Brand New Cycles BTwin 12 Geared and 10 Non Geared Cycles both Are comfortable to Ride.   Route (Gateway-Marinedrive-Haji Ali-Worli Seaface siddhivinayak bandstand)   Go Green With MumbaiRangers Say no to Pollution Ride A Cycle Be Healthy.   Here we will see Night life of Mumbai again But on Cycle this time. So come Be a part of it and Enjoy it to the fullest. Ride to the beautiful costal route of Mumbai on cycle.   Some Information about the Cycle Ride   Category : Cycling Level : Easy Duration : 10:30pm to Sunday early morning 3:30Am. Total Ride of approximately 25 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. (in taxi).. 2. There might be alteration in the route as per the situation.   Itinerary for the Cycle Ride: Meeting at Regal Theatre Sharp 10.30 at night Collect Cycles Starting Point: Causeway Gateway of India Marine Drive Haji Ali Worli sea face siddhivinayak Bandstand Hill RD Handover the cycle and Ride Ends Tour Concludes with Happy Memories   Tour Cost : Rs 900/- per person One Has To Transfer full Amount In Advance for Booking Seat.   Inclusions:   1. Cycle Rental 2. Transfer of Cycles from Bandra to Regal 3. Refreshments on tour (Energy Bar) 4. First Aid 5. Expertise Charges 6. Mechanic Support   For Registration :   Email us : connect@mumbairangers.com OR Call/SMS/Whatsapp : Amit Bhadouria: 9819299164   Payment :   Click on the Link Given Below To Pay Online:   http://www.mumbairangers.com/online-payment/   website : www.mumbairangers.com   Things to carry: – Identity Proof (Mandatory) A Water Bottle (Mandatory) Medicine those if you require usually (Optional)   A backpack to put all these things Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments. All participants are requested to wear comfortable clothe... Read more

Posted: 05 May 2016 10:38 AM PDT

WSR Night Camping Trek to Matheran Charlotte Lake on 28th May 2016 A little Info about Matheran: Matheran is a hill station and a municipal council in the Raigad district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is a hill station in Karjat Tahsil and is also the smallest hill station in India. It is located on the Western Ghats range at an elevation of around 800 m (2,625 feet) above sea level. NOTE – Since this lake is the only drinking water source for the hill station, swimming is prohibitted. Grade - Easy Type - Camping Fees - 600/-  Leads - Mahadeo / Deepak  We are going to Trail (its a flat walk, no trek) & then Camp   Iternary: We will travel by local trains (central line) Train timings are as follows: 10:31 pm: CST 10:39 pm: Byculla 10:49 pm: Dadar 10.59 pm: Kurla 11:05 pm Ghatkopar 11:25 pm: Thane 11:48: pm Dombivli 11:58 pm Kalyan 12.33 am: Neral Note- MISSING THE TRAIN MEANS MISSING THE EVENT Meeting point Neral station ticket counter Taxi to Dasturi Naka Reach Dasturi Naka by 1:15 am Trail to Campsite Reach Campsite by 2:30 am we will take a small break in between Setup Tents Campfire stories and singing Sunrise around 6:15 am Meditation we leave the site by 6:30 and visit Celia Point Post some Photography we will head towards the Market Washroom facilities available in the Market. Reach dasturi by 8 am Reach Neral 8:30 /9 :00 am Have Breakfast @ Neral Reach Mumbai 1:30 pm tentatively   Things to Carry: Water 3 Ltrs (Must)  A good Torch  Good Trekking Shoes (No Chappals its a forest trail)  backpack to stuff in your things Ready to eat food items .(fruits, cakes etc) Avoid Salty foods – it dehydrates) Sleeping bag / Mat/ blanket Note- tents just have base tarpaulin sheets Mosquito repellent cream Medicines that you take regularly Avoid jewellery   Cost: 600/- PP 550/- WSR Members    Includes: Taxi Fare Neral to Dasturi and back Entry Charges Breakfast Tent charges Expertise and Guide Charges ... Read more