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Saturday, March 20, 2010

wanderingfeet Katraj to Sinhagad Night trek on 27 March 2010

Date: 27 March 2010 (Saturday)
Fees of the trek : Rs. 120
Difficulty Rating: Medium - High
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Meeting Point: PMPML Swargate bus stand.
Last date for registration: 26 March 2010 (Friday)

Fees include travel (from Swargate to Katraj, and Donje to Swargate), morning snack, tea, printed material, guidance fees.
There will be no provision of food. The participants should bring light dinner (vegetarian).
The participant will have to reach Swargate by 6:00 p.m.
Participants should dress comfortably, avoid wearing jeans, suggested clothes are cotton pants, track suits, jogging suits. Wear full shirt and pant to escape mosquito bites.
Also carry 2-3 litre of water as there is no water supply at that place. Use electral/glucose-d/ tang to revitalize your self.
Apart from this you can get biscuits, dry fruits, chocolates, chikkis to munch on the way.


Here is a list of all the things that need to be carried for the activity:

1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried..so that one has their hands free while trekking. Please do not carry Sling bags, Jholas, handbags/shoulder bags etc
2. Shoes with Good Grip for trekking. (Sports/Jungle/Trek Shoes). Please do not wear sandals, chappals or floaters, girls are requested not to wear high heel footwear.
3. Water bottle (Minimum 2 litre). (you can carry two 1 Litre bottles)
4. Light dinner (vegetarian) . Biscuits or other snacks, chocolates, fresh fruits (optional).
5. Torch (compulsory), with extra pair of batteries.
6. Light bed sheet or cloth, to lie down while resting.
7. Wear knee caps and carry a walking stick, if you wish. These two things will make the trekking comfortable.
8. Medical Kit, crepe bandages.
9. Optional things: Camera, Binoculars, Extra pair of clothes if u want.
10. Other optional accessories are fingerless leather gloves, sunglasses.

Few rules that need to be followed are:

1. The Leader's decision will be final & binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
2. Smoking will not be permitted. Smokers please do not register, if you can not control your urge for one day.
3. Alcohol will strictly be not permitted on the event. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the activity.
4. It is important for all participants to stay together in the group, in the event of any deviation by the participant without the consent of the leader, he/she/they will be considered as 'Independent/s' & will no longer be considered as a part of the group. No refund of fees will be given in case the person is expelled from trek for above 3 reasons.
{Deviation: E.g.: Participant decides to go sightseeing on his own, decides to stray away from the group, decides to trek on route other than instructed by Leader, etc}
5. In the event of any Mishap, Leaders will not be responsible.
6. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety & baggage.
7. Each member should get his own dinner (vegetarian), snacks, & eatables (vegetarian).
8. Avoid wearing Gold or other ornaments.
9. Do not tease, argue, ask stupid questions, play prank on any villager, specially women, at the place of trek. If you do so and get beaten-up by the villagers we will not interfere nor take responsibility for it.
10. The route of the trek is tricky and it is night. Hence it is necessary for all to be together. If any one deviates and gets lost we will not be responsible.
Please remember trekking is not a picnic, its an adventure, hence do not take instructions casually, defying them may prove harmful.


For any other query and registration contact
Amit Kamble on 9372412386

Registration and cancellation procedure

Registration starts on 22 March 2010 (Monday).
Registration Forms has to be filled along with fees before 26 March 2010 (Friday).
Registration is compulsory. We reserve the rights to deny entry to any participant.


Trek Schedule

Meeting point: PMPML Swargate bus stand at 6:00 p.m.
Intorduction
Leave Swargate by 6:30 p.m.
Reach Katraj by 7:00 p.m.
Start trekking
Reach Sinhagad by 4-5 a.m.
Sight seeing on the fort
Breakfast and rest
Start descending Sinhagad by 8:00 a.m.
Leave Donje by 9:00 a.m.
Reach Swargate by 10:00 a.m.


For photos see link. Please remember these photos are taken during day time so we wont be seeing these things on the way. It is for you to know how the trek is going to be.
http://picasaweb.google.co.in/amit.trek/KatrajSinhagad#


Regards
Amit Kamble
http://wanderingfeet-amit.blogspot.com/

Friday, March 19, 2010

TrekDi Harishchandragad Night Trek by Pachnai Route Saturday 27th - 28th March 2010

Height of the Fort: 1424m (4671ft)
Base Village: Pachnai, Khireshwar, Belpada, Kothale
District: Ahmednagar
Region: Malshej Ghat
Route from Pune: Pune - Ale phata - Sangamner - Akole - Rajur - Pachnai
Distance from Pune : 220 Km
Route from Mumbai : Mumbai - Igatpuri - Ghoti - Bari- Rajur - Pachnai

Meeting Time and Place Fergussion College Main gate on Saturday 27th March 2010 at 1.30pm Sharp !!

Itinerary:
Day 1 Saturday 27th March 2010
  • Departure from Pune at 2pm
  • Arrival at Pachnai by 8pm
  • Dinner & Introduction session
  • Start climbing fort by 9pm
  • Reach top by 11pm
  • Halt in Ganesh Caves

Day 2
  • Get up in the morning & have Breakfast
  • Visit Konkan Kada and other places
  • Lunch
  • Return to base by 2.30pm
  • Back to Pune by 9pm


Fees: Rs 900/- (Inclusive of Service Tax)

Whats Included in Fees:
  • Pune - Pachnai - Pune Private transport for 2 days
  • Tea/snacks & Dinner on day 1
  • tea & Breakfast, Lunch, evening snacks on Day 2
  • Expertise
  • Safety Equipments


Location: Harishchandragad
City/Town: Pune & Mumbai
Website or Map: http://trekdi.com/register-fo…
Phone: 9822444963
Event Type: harishchandragad, night, trek
Organized By: TrekDI

log on www.trekdi.com
or Call Trek'Di Office on 25454205
or Pinakin on 9822444963 / Shridhar 9822013152
or write to us at events@trekdi.com


Flat No - 106, Saket apartments, Karve Nagar,
Near Vitthal Mandir, Pune 411052
Timings: 10 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday)

http://trekdi.com/register-for-outings/harishchandragad-night-trek-by-pachnai-route.html

Thursday, March 18, 2010

TREK'DI SAHYADRI TREKS MARCH - APRIL 2010

Madhu - Makarandgad is located in the jungles of Mahabaleshwar.The forest around this fort is very pristine and unpolluted.This is among some of the forts which are very less visited.The forest abounds in a variety of wildlife including many species of birds,animals,reptiles insects,etc.

Madhu Makarandgad Trek

Date: 20th - 21st March 2010
Duration: 1 Night 1 Days

Fees: Rs.790 /- (inclusive of Service tax)

What is included in the Fees:
> Transport from Pune to Pune by Private vehicle.
> All food during the trek.
> Expertise.
> Safety equipments.
> Printed information brochure.
> First Aid kit.

For further information visit-
http://trekdi.com/register-for-outings/madhu-makarandgad-trek-jewel-of-mahabaleshwar.html

Or Contact :
Office- 020 2545 4205 (10am-6pm)

Pinakin 9822444963






Harishchandragad Night Trek by Pachnai Route

Date: 27th & 28th March 2010
Duration: 2 Days

Fees: Rs.900 /- (inclusive of Service tax)

What is included in the Fees:
> Pune - Pachnai - Puen Private transport for 2 days
> Tea/snacks & Dinner on day 1
> tea & Breakfast, Lunch, evening snacks on Day 2
> Expertise
> Safety Equipments

For further information visit-
http://trekdi.com/register-for-outings/harishchandragad-night-trek-by-pachnai-route.html

Or Contact :
Office- 020 2545 4205 (10am-6pm)

Pinakin 9822444963

Bikers
This is a special event for the hardcore bikers.
This bike trek provides sightseeing of many forts and beaches along with substantial biking distance.

Goa Bike Trek

Date: 2nd to 4th April 2010

Duration: 3 days

Fees: Rs.2750 /- (inclusive of Service tax)

What is included in the Fees:
> Lodging in Goa on sharing basis
> Route Map and information brochure
> A Leader with safety equipments
> Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks/Tea during all 3 days (any food bough except as specified should be borne by indivudual only)
> Support for minor problems like puncture

Places to Visit:

1. Amboli Ghat
2. Gaganbawda Ghat
3. Bagha Beach
4. Kalangut Beach
5. Condolim Beach
6. Aguada Fort
7. Chapora Fort

For further information visit-
http://trekdi.com/register-for-outings/goa-biking-trek.html

Or Contact :
Office- 020 2545 4205 (10am-6pm)

Pinakin 9822444963


When referred to hill fort treks many people think of Sahyadri only. But along with western ridge, Maharastra is dotted by lot of forts on the northern Satpuda range. These forts have played an important role of defending enemies from Maharashtra for a long time.
The satpuda mountain range not only rich in forts but rich in biodiversity too. Among such hotspots we are visiting Melghat region.
During this trip we will be visiting two gigantic forts Gawilgad and Narnala. These forts are situated on the border of Melghat WLS.


Gawilgad - Melghat - Narnala Trek/Trip

Date: 2nd to 4th April 2010
Duration: 3 Days 5 nights

Fees: Rs.3800 /- (inclusive of Service tax)

What is included in the Fees:
> Pune- Amrawati and back journey by AC Volvo
> Rest of the 3 days journey by private vehicle
> Forest Permission
> Park fes/ Entry fees / toll etc.
> Food during the trek
> Lodging arrangements on sharing basis
> Expertise and Activity equipments
> Information brochure
> First Aid kit

For further information visit-
http://trekdi.com/register-for-outings/gawilgad-melghat-narnala-trek-jungle-safari.html

Or Contact :
Office- 020 2545 4205 (10am-6pm)

Pinakin 9822444963

Water Rafting at Kolad
Kolad is a spectacular location to experience the pleasure of white water river rafting.
Kundalika river’s 12 Km stretch of exciting rapids will provide one and a half hours white water rafting.
One faces multiple rapids from Grade 1 to 4 during this session.
This activity brings out group coordination skills, power in your arms as well as courage.


Water Rafting at Kolad

Date: 3rd April 2010
Duration: 1 Day

Fees: Rs.1500 /- (inclusive of Service tax)

What is included in the Fees:
> Pune- Kolad - Pune travelling by Private bus
> Tea & Breakfast, Lunch
> Rafting charges
> Expertise

For further information visit-
http://trekdi.com/register-for-outings/rafting-at-kolad.html

Or Contact :
Office- 020 2545 4205 (10am-6pm)

Pinakin 9822444963




Kamalgad Fort top

This fort is situated close to the picturesque Hill Station of Mahabaleshwar in the Satara District near Wai, and can be seen from the Pasarani Ghat. This fort is seen in the background in the movies ‘Swades’ and ‘Being Cyrus’. Despite this proximity to one of the most famous tourist spots in Maharashtra, this fort is not very well known. Surrounded by the waters of the Dhom Dam on 3 sides, this fort is covered with thick forests at the top.

This fort was mainly built to keep watch on Wai to old Mahabaleshwar rout. This fort also served as a stopping point between the Kenjalgad Fort and Mahabaleshwar.

The structure of this fort is considered ideal for a fort, as the manpower required for guarding it is less compared to its size.
The trench at the top has extremely clayey soil, and could be a mine for ‘Geru’, which is a type of soil having high iron content. During those times, Geru was rare, and hence this site was important.

From the top of citadel one can get breathtaking views of the evergreen plateau of Mahabaleshwar. Also the Rayreshwar plateau, Kenjalgad, Rohida the reservoir of Dhom dam & Pandavgad can be seen. From the temple one can see the ‘kates point’ of Mahabaleshwar.

Kamalgad Night-Jungle Trek

Date: 10th - 11th April 2010
Duration: 2 Day

Fees: Rs.600 /- (inclusive of Service tax)

What is included in the Fees:
> Transportation by state transport bus and/or semi public jeeps
> Dinner on day 1
> Tea, Breakfast and lunch on day 2
> Safety Equipments & First Aid
> Expertise
> Printed information brochure

For further information visit-
http://trekdi.com/register-for-outings/view-97.html

Or Contact :
Office- 020 2545 4205 (10am-6pm)

Pinakin 9822444963



For Further information
log on www.trekdi.com
or Call Trek'Di Office on 25454205
or Pinakin on 9822444963 / Shridhar 9822013152
or write to us at events@trekdi.com

Office Details
Flat No - 106, Saket apartments, Karve Nagar,
Near Vitthal Mandir, Pune 411052
Timings: 10 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday)
Click here to see map of the Trek'Di Office

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

TREK TO CANIYAN Valley WATERFALL on 21st March 2010 with Trek Mates

Hello Friends,
We are glad to arrange a one day trek to Caniyan Valley on 21st March 2010.

Some Information regarding the trek:
Along the Ulhas river, from khandala till Karjat is a valley which is named as Ulhas valley after the Ulhas river.The area is full of flora and fauna.
The area is a popular destination for trekkers from Mumbai and Pune, its a different kind because on this trek where you start a trek with a Descend, climb up to end the trek. kind of Opposite of regular treks. There is huge water fall down in the valley....where we will be spending at least 1 hour before starting our back journey.

The schedule for the trek will be as follows:
> Meeting point: Lonavla at 8.00 am sharp for Mumbai & Pune People on
Platform No 1 Near Main enterance.

> Mumbai People can take the return ticket till Lonavla. ( Indrayani Express. )
Meeting Point Thane at 6.00 am on platform No. 5

Time Schedule for Indrayani Express.
CSTM» Mumbai CST» 05:40am
Dadar Central 05:51am
Thane 06:14 am
Kalyan Junction 06:35 am
Karjat 07:15 am
Lonavala 08:00 am.
> Pune People can catch Local or Sighgad and reach Lonavla by 8.00 am.

> Breakfast and start our trek by 8.30 am.
> Complete our trek by 3.30 pm. Have refreshment in LNL and start our return journey. Reach Mumbai by 8.00 pm.
The charges of the trek will be Rs 170/- per head, which includes
Travelling frm Lonavla till Lonavla,
Evening Refreshments,
Equipments and Expertise.

Things To Be carried:
Lunch for Sunday,
A bottle of water (Atleast 1 Ltr),
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 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 further enquiries and Registrations, please contact
Nilesh Patil: 9967436211
Vishal : 9322069953
Zeenat Sikilkar : 9881736231

Regards,
Trek Mates India

Goa Tour with Trek Mates on 2nd-3rd-4th April '10


Hi Mates, we are very happy announce our first ever tour outside Maharashtra. We are organising a Tour to Goa on 2nd-3rd- 4th April ’10 (starting on 1st night.)


The places that we will be covering in this tour are:
1) Beaches - Chapora, Vagator, Anjuna, Baga, Calangute (water sports), Dona Paula, Colva
2) Forts - Aguada, Chapora
3) Temples - Mangeshi, Shanta durga
4) Church - Old goan churches, Basilica of Bom Jesus,
5) One evening at cruise
6) Big foot museum
7) One night ride in goa
8) Visit to crocodile park and birding ( Optional Charges not included)

Some information on the places that we will visit:

Beaches
1. Chapora beach

Chapora Beach is on beach in Goa that has managed to perfectly combine its traditional boat building and fishing heritage with the introduction and growth of tourism.
Compared to other Northern Goan beaches, Chapora is well populated by tourists from around the world.

2. Vagator Beach
This beautiful beach is located about 22 Kms from Panaji and is situated in Bardez taluka.
The beach is secluded, crescent shaped and situated on the Caisua bay along the Chapora river basin, in the shadow of Chapora fort. During the tourist season, it is a favorite venue for mid night parties.

3. Anjuna beach

The Village of Anjuna is a five square mile enclosure nestling between the Arabian Sea and the Hill overlooking the beach. The beach is known for its swaying palms, soft sands and natural beauty. It has an unusual rocky formation overlying a cove of white sand and black rock that juts into the Sea.

4. Baga beach

This is a quiet and isolated beach. Its scenic beauty, with the creek, the Retreat House perched on the hill and the lack of local tourist buses all have contributed to its unique beauty. It is more popular with western tourists who love to use it as a base for water sports and fishing in the area.

5. Calangute beach

Calangute is the beach to which everyone heads for the moment they land in Goa. So it is natural that it is overcrowded in both in peak and off seasons. This huge seven-kilometre sweep of sand located 15 kms from Panaji, is called the 'Queen of Beaches'.

6. Dona Paula beach

Named after Dona Paula de Menezes, the daughter of a viceroy (in Portuguese India), who threw herself off the cliff, when refused permission to marry a local fisherman, Gaspar Dias. Dona Paula Beach is informally also referred to as Lovers Paradise.
The Dona Paula Beach is also a major tourist attraction due to a myth attached to the place. According to this, Dona Paula is entombed in the Cabo Chapel, the residence of the Governor of Goa and is supposed to be seen emerging from the moonlit waves wearing only a pearl necklace. Several tourists as well as locals guided by this myth visit the beach for a glimpse of Dona Paula. The Cabo Raj Bhavan is situated at a scenic spot of Dona Paula. It is also home of a historic British war-graves cemetery. After the end of Portuguese rule in Goa in 1961, Dona Paula became a fashionable residential area and address.

7. Colva beach

Colva is a white sand beach in the South Goa district of Goa, India. Colva beach is one of the longest in the world (24 km). On the weekend, the crowd explodes with locals as well. The beach also gets particularly busy in October, when hoards of pilgrims come and visit Colva Church. The area is well developed with plenty of budget hotels, beach shacks, food stalls, and small restaurants and bars. However, the development hasn't been extended to nightlife, which is minimal apart from a few places. The beach is constantly monitored by the lifeguards and the swimming area is flagged with colored flags.



Forts
1. Aguada fort

Fort Aguada is a well-preserved seventeenth-century Portuguese fort standing in Goa, India, on Sinquerim beach, overlooking the vast expanses of Arabian Sea.
The fort was constructed in 1612 to guard against the Dutch and the Marathas. It was a reference point for the vessels coming from Europe at that time. This old Portuguese fort stands on the beach south of Candolim, at the shore of the Mandovi river. It was initially tasked with defense of shipping and the nearby Bardez District.
A freshwater spring within the fort provided water supply to the ships that used to stop by. This is how the fort got its name: Aguada = Water. Crews of passing ships would often visit to replenish their fresh water stores. On the fort stands a 4-storey Portuguese lighthouse, erected in 1864 and the oldest of its kind in Asia. Built in 1612, it was once the grandstand of 79 cannons, a moat around the fort also protected it.
Fort Aguada was the most prized and crucial fort of Portuguese. The fort is so large that it envelops the entire peninsula at the south western tip of Bardez. Built on the mouth of river Mandovi, it was strategically located and was the chief defence of Portuguese against the Dutch and Marathas.

2. Chapora fort


The Chapora Fort occupies an important position which, in every direction commanded distant approaches. Rising above the wide Chapora River, long before the Portuguese arrived in Goa, was a fort in place of the present one built. Even after the Portuguese acquired Bardez, the fort changed hands several times and was much sought after. Trying to end the Portuguese rule in Goa, Prince Akbar joined his father’s enemies, the Marathas in 1683 and made this place his base camp and it became the northern outpost of the Old conquests. After the Portuguese recovered from a scary experience with the Marathas they learnt that they had to strengthen their northern defences and provide shelter to the people there, but not until 1717 this present fort was built.


Temples
1. Shri Mangeshi Temple
This temple is one of the largest, most enchanting, serene and most frequently visited temples in Goa.
The temple is dedicated to Lord Mangueshi, an incarnation of Shiva. He is a kuldevta of many Hindus in Goa including the Saraswat Brahmins. He is also referred to as Saib (The Lord of Goa) by Hindus.
The Mangesh Linga is said to have been consecrated on the mountain of Mangireesh (Mongir) on the banks of river Bhagirathi by Lord Brahma , from where the Saraswat Brahmins brought it to Trihotrapuri in Bihar. They carried the linga to Gomantaka and settled at Mathagrama, the present-day Madgaon, establishing their most sacred and ancient temple of Mangesh on the banks of the river Gomati or Zuari as it is called today. Lord Mangesh is worshipped here in the shape of a Shiva linga. According to the legends Lord Shiva had manifested in to a tiger to scare Parvati. Paravati who was paranoid at the sight of the tiger went in search of Lord Shiva. Parvati was supposed to say "Trahi maam Gireesh" but instead out of nervousness she said: "Trahimangeesh". Shri Mangueshi is the Kuldevta (family deity) of many Goud Saraswat Brahmins,Karhade Brahmins ,and Bhandaris.


2. Shanta durga temple

The temple is dedicated to Shantadurga, the Goddess who mediates between Vishnu and Shiva. The deity is also called 'Santeri' colloquially. Local legends tell of a battle between Shiva and Vishnu The battle was so fierce that Lord Brahma prayed to Parvati to intervene, which she did in the form of Shantadurga. Shantadurga placed Vishnu on her right hand and Shiva on her left hand and settled the fight. The deity of Shantadurga is shown as holding two serpents, one in each hand, representing Vishnu and Shiva. She is then said have gone to Shankleswari a village in Ponda Taluka (goa in which she went to Gothana (a small place in Shankleswari) to kill the demons that were harassing the Brahmins. As a reward, she was given the name of Vijaya where she is now called Shri Vijayadurga. Shri Vijayadurga shrine was located in Shankleshwari along with Shri Shantadurga and Shri LakshmiNarsimha but was later shifted to a place called Kerim in Ponda Taluka during the Portuguese invasions. .
Shantadurga is the Kuldevi (family deity) of many Goud Saraswat Brahmins, Rajapur Saraswat Brahmins, Karhade Brahmins, Daivajnas and Bhandaris.


Churches
Old goan churches:
Old Goa contains churches affiliated to various congregations, including the Se Cathedral (the seat of the Archbishop of Goa), the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, the Church of S. Caetano, and notably, the Basilica of Bom Jesus which contains the relics of Saint Francis Xavier, which is celebrated every year on 3 December with novenas beginning on 24 November.


Basilica of bom jesus:
'Bom Jesus' (literally, 'Good (or Holy) Jesus') is the name used for the infant Jesus. The Jesuit church is India’s first Minor Basilica, and is considered as one of the best examples of baroque architecture in India.
Construction work on the church began in 1594 and was consecrated in May of 1605 by Archbishop, Dom Fr. Aleixo de Menezes. This world heritage monument has emerged as a landmark in the history of Christianity. It contains the body of St. Francis Xavier; a very close friend of St. Ignatius Loyola with whom he founded the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). Francis Xavier died on the Sancian island while enroute to Continental China (December 2, 1552).
The body of Francis Xavier was first taken to Malacca and two years later shipped back to Goa. It is said that the saint's body was as fresh as the day it was buried. The remains of the saint still attract a huge number of devotees (Christian and non-Christian alike) from all over the world, especially during the public viewing of his body every ten years (last held in 2004). The saint is said to have miraculous powers of healing, and pilgrims come from all over the country.


Big foot cross museum
Bigfoot Cross Museum - a unique museum exhibiting over 1700 crosses from around the world, collected by Maendra Jocelino Araujo Alvares,


The approx Itinerary for the tour will be as follows:

1st April:
Start from Dadar station at 10 pm.
Venue: Swami Narayan Temple, nr Dadar stn, Dadar (e).

2nd April:
Reach Goa by 10 am
Site seeing
evening at cruise

3rd April:
Site seeing.
Water sports in the evening
boating at mayem lake
Goa night tour

4th April
early morning crocodile park visit
start return journey
reach mumbai by 10pm


The cost for the whole tour will be rs 3000/- per head,
which includes,
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar by Private vehicle,
Site seeing, entry fees and tourism tax.
Accommodation in hotels.


The cost won’t include,
Food expenditure (Goa being famous for non-vegeterian cuisine (specially fish), we wont like the vegetarians to bear the burden of the cost of the food by the nonveggies, so the option to have the veg/nonveg food can be left on the members themselves)
Cold Drinks, Mineral Water, water sports, boating at mayem lake and visit to crocodile park.
or anything apart from the above stated services.

Payment Details:
One needs to deposit Rs 2000/- advance into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
SBI a/c no: 30665796091 S/A in the name of Mr Nilesh Patil.
Branch: Panchpakhadi, Thane.,
IFS code: sbin0007232.


Things To Be carried:
A bottle of water (Atleast 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries, Candles (compulsory).
Camera(Optional)
Cap, glairs, etc.,
Extra clothes,
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes,
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.

Note:
Minimum 20 participants required.

For more enquiries and Registrations , please contact
Priti Patel: 9869524260
Nilesh Patil: 9967436211
VikramSingh: 9987757665.

Regards,

Saturday, March 13, 2010

Kalpavihar Adventure Trek to VASOTA FORT 20th - 21st March 2010


Dear friends

we are glad to announce that "KALPAVIHAR ADVENTURE"

is organizing a Trek to VASOTA FORT



INTRODUCTION

Vasota Fort (Ht : 4267ft)

Situated in dense forests surrounded by river Koyna is the fort of Vasota, which according to the Dnyaneshwari means a resting place. This fort is also known by the name of Vyaghragad.

This fort is believed to belong to the Shilahar dynasty era, and probably named Vasota due to the name Vasantgad given to it during that era. According to ancient scriptures Shivaji took Vasota after his successful raid on Javli region. But it is untrue. Shivaji took Javli and other forts in the Konkan region but Vasota eluded him. When Shivaji was trapped on Panhalgad he dispatched a battalion from his main army and won Vasota on June 6, 1660. Later in 1679, 26,000 rupees were found on the fort. Among the prisoners caught in 1661 in Rajapur, Faren and Samuel were kept imprisoned on the fort.

EVENT DETAILS

Name of Event - Trek to Vasota

Grade - Medium

Date - 20th - 21st March 2010 (leaving on 19th night)

Duration - 2 Days

Fees Rs. - Rs.1575/-

What’s Included in fees - Transport, All meals

PAYMENT RULE

After receiving the mail or SMS or call, we will block your seat on temporary basis for 48 hrs. You have to pay the advance Rs. 1000/- before 17th March and confirm your participation. Now you can pay directly through bank transfers to our IDBI account. Kindly get back to us for account details.

PICKUP POINTS

Borivali (NewTicket Window) 10.30 pm

Sion (on the bridge) 11.00 pm

Chembur (Akbar Ali) 11.15 pm

Vashi (Vashi Plaza) 12.00 am


YOU HAVE TO BRING

* Trekking shoes
* Proper & Comfortable Sack
* Extra sleeper
* Water bottle (min. 2 ltr.)
* Cap/Scarf, Sunglasses (if required)
* Bedding
* Torch with cell
* Extra clothing
* Personal things (like tooth paste, tooth brush, soap etc.) and personal medicine if any
* Extra Polythene Bags for garbage

Please avoid bringing valuables, jewellery or expensive things. We accept no responsibility for anything that is misplaced.

RULES & REGULATIONS

* Everyone has to follow the instructions of Camp In-charge & instructors
* Organizers may make any changes in the programme as per the prevailing circumstances, without giving prior notice to the participant.
* No shortcut in trek
* Smoking & Drinking are strictly prohibited. Anyone found smoking or consuming alcohol will be expelled from trek there and then itself.
* Keep the campsite clean. Leaving your garbage at camp site is not allowed.

CONTACT
VAISHALI DESAI
9820684723



Tuesday, March 9, 2010

YHAI Malad Unit new web site

Hi
We have our new website now ready.
Please visit us at www.yhaimalad.org
with regards
Madhukar Dhuri.

542

Tandulwadi

Date – 14th Mar,2010

Details

Further details would be provided at the time of registration

Participants - 30 only.

Level:

Medium

Program Leaders:

Mr. Tejas Roy - 9920078810

Mr. Vishwas Sawant - 9969478959

Fee:. Rs.100 /-.

(approximate)

A small fort in Palghar region

543

Nature Trail (National Park)

Date – 28th Mar, 2010

Details

Further details would be provided at the time of registration

Participants - 25 only.

Level:

Easy

Program Leaders:

Mr. Ashok Chore - 9892295752

Mr. Ajinkya Sawant - 9699406154

Fee: Rs.50 /-(approximate)

Experience a pleasure walk while wondering in Borivali National Park


Please write to us at Yhai@Yhaimald.org

www.yhaimalad.blogspot.com

http://groups.google.co.in/group/yhai_malad

orkut link- http://www.orkut.co.in/Main#Community?cmm=18689861

facebook link- http://www.facebook.com/?sk=2361831622#!/group.php?gid=246344818867

Mr. Ravindra. P. Sawant
B-37, Shivkirti Co. Op. Hsg. Soc., Chincholi
Bunder Marg, Malad (W), Mumbai 400 064

Thane Hiking-Trekking Club One Day Bike Trek To Sarasgad on 21st March 2010

Hello Everyone,

THTC is organizing a beautiful trek to Fort Sarasgad on 21st March 2010.
We are also visiting famous Ganpati temple during this trek.

Time: March 21, 2010 all day
Location: Pali
Organized By: Thane Hiking-Trekking Club


Here is some info About Sarasgad:
Type: Hill Fort
Height: 1433 Feet above MSL (Approx)
Grade: Medium
District: Raigad
Region: Pali
Base Village: Pali

Sarasgad: Pali, one out of the eight "Ashtavinayak" Ganesh Temples is also the place where Sarasgad is located. Lord Ganesh of Pali is named ‘Ballaleshwar’ and located just behind the temple can be seen the ramparts of Sarasgad fort. The fort was mainly used to keep a check on the surrounding regions. From the fort, Pali and all surrounding areas can be seen. Shivaji Maharaj brought this fort under Swarajya and spent 2000 Hon (the prevailing currency) for its reconstruction. Till independence this fort was under Bhor Sansthan.
Meeting Point: Rohit's Dance Studio, Above Ushakiran Hotel, Gokhale Road, Thane (Naupada)
Meeting Time : 06:00 a.m.
Departure Time : 07:00am
Registration & Payment: Immediate

Please carry:
1. Good shoulder sac
2. Water bottles (At least 1lit.)
3. Personal medicines.
4. Extra pair of Clothes.
5. Anti-dehydrate (limboo pani, glucose powder, electrol)
6. Dry food, fruits
7. Extra plastic bags.
8. Camera / binoculars (Optional).

Trek Cost:
For Members : Rs. 300/-
For Non-members: Rs. 350/-
(Inclusive of lunch, two-time breakfast & tea and excluding petrol charges)

Do not carry excessive cash and not to wear costly ornaments. Every individual will be responsible for his/her safety & belongings. Smoking & Consumption of liquor is strictly prohibited.
For further details & registration:
Call:
Rohit: 9869254673,
Rahul: 9920098682

E-mail: thtc2008@gmail.com
http://thtcadventure.ning.com

Have a Safe Trek,
THANE HIKING TREKING CLUB
9773508535/ 9967665727/ 9619020846

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Turtle festival tour to Velas beach, Ratnagiri on 13th-14th March

Hi Mates, Trek Mates organises for you a Tour to Velas, Ratnagiri, specially for the Turtle festival on 13th and 14th of March, (starting Friday, 12th night).


Velas is one of the popular breeding sites of Olive Ridley, which is an endangered species of turtle. The hatchlings are heading towards the sea from the shore now-a-days.
And we have at least 80% chances to see the emergence of these little new born turtles.


We will also be visiting the Mandangad and Bankot (Himmatgad) forts in the same tour. Also we will try to visit the Marine Turtle Knowledge Information Centre as well as Marine Turtle Research and Conservation Centre.


The itinerary for the tour will be as follows:

Friday, 12th March:
Start from Swami Narayan Temple, Dadar, on Friday night by 11 pm.

Saturday, 13th March:
Reach Mandangad fort early morning.
Visit the fort, start for Velas, Lunch on the way.
Visit velas beach in the evening,
Go for turtle watching.
Check in at some villagers home in Velas, have dinner, and sleep over there.

Sunday, 14th March:
Visit Velas Beach for Turtle watching.
Have breakfast and start for Bankot fort.
Visit Bankot fort, and start our back journey. Lunch on the way.
Reach Mumbai by 9 pm.


The cost for the tour will be Rs1300/- per head,
This includes,
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar by private bus,
Turtle festival charges,
food expenses,
and accommodation charges.


Payment Details:
One needs to deposit Rs 1000/- advance into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration.
SBI a/c no: 30665796091 S/A in the name of Mr Nilesh Patil.
Branch: Panchpakhadi, Thane.

Things To Be carried:
A bottle of water (Atleast 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
Proper bedding,
Camera(Optional)
Cap, etc.,
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes,
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.

For more enquiries and Registrations, please contact
Nilesh Patil: 99674 36211.
Priti Patel: 986952 4260.
VikramSingh:99877 57665.

Regards,
Trek mates India.

Friday, March 5, 2010

Trek to Matheran and 900 ft Valley Crossing (optional) on 7th March'10 with Trek mates India.

Hi Mates, we at Trek Mates India Invite you all for a one day Trek to Matheran via Shivaji Ladder route on 7th Mar’10.
Some Information about the trek:
Place: Matheran Height: 2516 feet . Base Village: AmbewadiTime: 3 hours approx Difficulty Level: Easy Endurance Level: Low

Some details about Matheran and Shivaji Ladder route:
Matheran is situated in the Matheran range of sahyadris at a height of 2516 feet. With more than eight to ten different routes, Math eran (2516 feet) is the ulti mate destination for the trekker, naturalist and outdoor enthu siast. It is literally a forest on top of the hill (mathe means head and raan means forest). The dense forest cover, teeming bird life, long walks and flora and fauna make this an all-time favourite. The best part is that it’s pol lution-free as no vehicles are allow ed in the hill station.



Apart from Bhimashankar, Matheran is the only other place where the giant red squirrel is to be found. It’s also a haven for snakes, from the harmless keelbacks and pythons to the more deadly members of the clan such as cobras, kraits and vipers.

While trekking up to matheran hills after Ambewadi, you will come across a mass of boulders and rocks into which the trail disappears. This is known as Shivaji Steps or the Shivaji Ladder.



According to local legend, Shivaji rode up this route on horseback. From here, it’s 500m to the top, up a stream bed that’s dry except during the monsoon.From here Big Chowk Point is clearly visible and looks like an elephant’s head.

The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:
Take return ticket of Karjat .
Catch the Karjat local and board second last Compartment.(everyone will board the same local from there respective station)
Alight at Karjat. Have breakfast and proceed towards Ambewadi by 6 seater auto.
Start trek at around 9:30 am.
Reach Top by 12:30 and have lunch
Move towards Honeymoon Point for Valley Crossing from Honeymoon point till Louisa point (Valley crossing is Optional & can be done if Available)
Its a 900ft long and 900ft deep valley crossing
Take rest and roam around matheran and proceed towards Dasturi.
Leave Matheran by 4:30 pm
Catch local from Neral
Back to Mumbai by 8:00 pm.

Karjat (SLOW) local Time Table:
CST: 5.22
DADAR: 5.39
KURLA: 5.50
THENE: 6.17
KALYAN: 6.46
NERAL: 7.29

The cost of the trek will be Rs 220/- per head,
Including all transportation from Karjat till Neral,
Breakfast and Refreshment.
Charges for Valley Crossing is Rs.250 per head and to be bear by the participant.

Things To Be carried:
Identity proof (must)
Lunch for the day,
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
A bottle of water (at least 1-1/2 Ltrs),
Scarf, cap etc for protection from sun-rays,
Camera (Optional), etc.
Medicines those if u require usually (Optional)
Good trekking shoes.
Interested people may contact us on the nos. given below:
Nilesh Patil : 9967436211
Priti Patel : 9869524260
Vikramsingh : 9987757665

Regards,
Trek Mates India.