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शिखर वेध - Thrilling AMK Trio Trek on 10 -12 February 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Jagdish Patil) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 05:45:05 PST

Dear All,

With our 1st successful outing @ thrilling AMK, on Demand nd for da missed ones, शिखर वेध has arranged once again AMK Trio Trek on 10-12 FEB 2012 ... Hope 2 c u der 2 njoy wid us :)

Since da Trek batch is limited to 24 max. ppl ... PLz confirm asap with Advance Payment only ...

Trek Fee: Rs 1600/- per head
For registration, Rs. 1000/- (Non-Refundable) as advance payment for vehicle & food charges is a must ...
Deposit the amount on following account.

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: - 026801521464
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

Last date of Registration: - Monday 6 Feb 2012 or till da reg. get FULL :)

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Short Itinerary of Trek:

Thursday, 9th February 2012

Catch the local to Kasara from the desired station. Timings as given below

From CST	From Dadar	From Thane	From Kalyan	Kasara	Train Details
23.20 hrs	23.39 hrs	00.17 hrs	00.46 hrs	02.11 hrs	Kasara Slow

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

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Day 1 - Friday 10th February 2012
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02:15 hrs: @ Kasara

Meeting and Introduction

02:30 hrs: Move towards Ud-dhavane-Ghatghar (Base village of Alang) by private vehicle

04:00 hrs: @ Ud-dhavane

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Rest For 2 Hours

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06:30 hrs : Breakfast ( Idali & Lasnachi chatni only)
07:30 Hrs : Ascend Alang
13:00 Hrs : Alang atop
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Lunch, Rest & Exploration for da day
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Preparation for Dinner ( DAL, Rice, Home-Made Thecha & Papad, Pickle )

Night Stay in the spacious caves of Alang

Campfire & Goodnight

Day 2 - Saturday 11th February 2012
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05:00 Hrs: Good Morning - Early wake up call must as its a long day 2 Trek

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Breakfast-Tea
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06:30 Hrs : Alang Rock Patch Rappel
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Move 2 Madan fort
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11:00 Hrs : @ Madan Rock Patch
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Ascend, Explore & start Rappel Descend

Lunch @ Madan Base ( BHAKRI nd Bhaji only)

14:30 Hrs: Move 2 wards Kulang
18:30 hrs: @ Kulang Atop
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Preparation for Dinner ( PULAV / KHICHADI )
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Night Stay cave of Kulang

Campfire & Goodnight

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Day 3 - Sunday 12th February 2012
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06:00 Hrs: Good Morning

Explore Kulang, Breakfast-Tea

09:30 Hrs: Descend Kulang - MOve 2 wards Ambewadi

13:30 Hrs: Lunch @ Ambewadi ( DAL , Rice, Bhakari & Sabji )

15:30 Hrs: @ Start Journey towards Kasara

18:00 Hrs: Catch Local 2 Mumbai
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We will reach DADAR at around 21:30 hrs (tentative).

Some recent memories in form of snaps as below:

Avinash Jadhav - https://plus.google.com/photos/114619789807432290599/albums/5703354020376719377#photos/114619789807432290599/albums/5703354020376719377
Prafful Tarkar - https://picasaweb.google.com/100692609179872561694/AMKWithShikharVedh?authkey=Gv1sRgCN3M-LHyvpzJsQE&noredirect=1#

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VIMP Note: - Please do keep space for weight distribution abt at least 1.5 kg in your bag ... As Food materials 2 be distributed among da participants ...
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Trek Fee: Rs 1600/- per head
which includes Transporation from kasara to kasara, simple food, Guide Contri & Equipment charges
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MAx 24 seats with Advance Payment only
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Last date of Registration: - Monday 6 Feb 2012 or till da reg. get FULL :)
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Things To Be carried:-
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Lunch for da day i.e. Friday 10 Feb 2012 ( A must)
A bottle of water (Atleast 3 Ltrs - must),
TORCH with extra batteries (Compulsory),
Bedding ( Compulsory)
Tiffin Box, A spoon and a plate nd Mug for Tea (a must)
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes,
2-3 papers, Cap, etc.
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
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.

For confirmation pls reply do contact on following nos

Jagdish Patil : 09869369836

Also join us @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Mumbai Hikers: http://mumbaihikers.net/shikharvedh/

VRangers Alang-Madan Trek on 17th Ngt - 18-19th Feb 2012.

noreply@blogger.com (n!lesh) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:38:06 PST

Height:
Alang- 4852 Ft.
Madan-4841 Ft.
Grade: Medium-hard.
District: Nasik.
Max Participation: 30 Rangers.

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.

Pics of Alang-Madan trek:

https://picasaweb.google.com/jitenatsahyadri/AlangMadan?authuser=0&feat=directlink

Trek Schedule:

The journey starts with the last kasara local on 17^th night as per given train times below. People interested should catch this local from their respective stations and meet us at kasara station near ticket counter.

Train Time Table:- Kasara Slow local (N):

CST: 11.15 pm

Bycalla: 11.25 pm

Dadar: 11.35 pm

Kurla: 11.45 pm

Ghatkopar: 11.50 pm

Bhandup: 12.01 am

Thane: 12.12 am

Dombivali: 12.33 am

Kalyan: 12.40 am

Titwala: 01.01 am

Asangaon: 1.23 am

Kasara: 02.01 am

18th feb 2012 :-

02.15 am: Kasara station near ticket counter.

02.45 am: start travelling by private vehicle towards Ambevadi.

05.15 am: Ambevadi(Base village)

06.00 am: Breakfast

06.30 am: Start ascending madangad

11.00 am: Top of Madan & Explore

12.15 pm: Move towards Alang

02.00 pm: Lunch in Cave

02.30 pm: Climbing Alang Rock patch

08.30 pm: Dinner

09.30 pm Campfire

We’ll stay in caves on Alang

19th Feb 2012 : -

07.00 am: Breakfast

07.30 am: Explore Alang

09.30 am: Start descending

02.00 pm: Lunch

06.00 pm: Back to Kasara.

Cost for the trek is Rs. 999, which includes transportation from kasara to kasara, Breakfast(Saturday & Sunday), Dinner(Saturday), Lunch(Sunday), Guide & expertise charges.

Payment Details:For Confirmation of your registration please deposit Rs. 500/-(non Refundable) in the following account number.

Name: SARITA DIPENDRA MHATRE.
BANK: ICICI Bank.
AC/NO.: 002001558334.
BRANCH: Hiranandani, Powai, Mumbai.
MICR Code - 400229004
IFSC Code: ICIC0000020
After transaction plz do sms to Sarita Mhatre on 98928 57368.

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek:
1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has Hands free while trekking.

2. A bottle of water (3 Ltrs).

3. Lunch for Saturday (COMPULSORY)

4. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)

5. Electoral / Energy powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional).

6. Torch with extra batteries.

7. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, mosquito’s repellent.

8. a good trekking shoes, Cap, Shawl, Woolen Jacket, Plate, Spoon , Bowl , Glass, Bedding ( COMPULSORY ) etc.

VRangers Rules & Regulation:-
http://vrangerstreks.blogspot.com/2010/09/rules-and-regulation-of-vrangers.html

For Reg. & more details, contact Our "Rangers"

Ananda 98922 19155.

Sudhir 97028 78447.

Nilesh 9819775119.

plz do sms if call not received.

Cheerrrsss!!!

शिखर वेध - Chavand, Hadsar, Shivneri, Jivdhan & Naneghat Trek on Saturday - Monday 18th - 20th February 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Jagdish Patil) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:38:40 PST

प्रौढ़प्रताप, पुरंदर गो ब्राह्मण प्रतिपालक, हिन्दवी स्वराज्य संस्थापक, क्षत्रिय कुलभूषण, सिन्हासनाधिश्वर, राजा धिराज, महाराज, योगिराज, श्रीमंत, श्री छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज की, जय ........ जय भवानी, जय शिवाजी ....... हर हर महादेव !!!!

Dear all,

शिखर वेध has arranged a Trek to Shivjanmabhoomi SHIVNERI fort - on occasion of SHIVJAYANTI SOHLA and Visit to Chavand, Hadsar, Jivdhan & Naneghat forts on Saturday - Monday 18th - 20 th February 2012

Interested people do join us ...
Hope 2 c u on trek !!!

Brief Introduction abt Chavand / Hadsar / Shivneri / Jivdhan / Naneghat:-Height:Abt 3400 / 3200 / 3500 / 3754 / 2500 ft
Grade:Easy / Easy / Easy / Medium /Easy
Time:~1.5 hrs from Chavand / Hadsar / Junnar / Ghatghar from base villages
Location:Junnar Range

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Itinerary for the Trek is as given below:

Rendezvous: Kurla Nehrunagar bus depo, Kurla (E) @ 23:00 Hrs on Friday February 17, 2012

Departure by MSRTC bus to Junnar from Kurla @ 23:00 Hrs

Pick ups en-route Vashi, Panvel etc.

Saturday 18th February 2011

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05:30 Hrs – @ Junner …

Breakfast & T
06:45 Hrs - Move 2 Chavand
07:30 Hrs - @ Chavand

08:00 Hrs – Ascend
09:30 Hrs – Atop Chavand
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Exploration on fort ... .
11:00 Hrs - Descend
12:30 Hrs - Base

Lunch Time

13:30 Hrs - Move Hadsar

14:30 Hrs - @ Hadsar
14:30 Hrs - Ascend
16:00 Hrs - Atop Hadsar
17:00 Hrs - Descend
18:30 Hrs - Base
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Tea - Break
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19:30 Hrs - Lakeside Camping @ Manikdoh

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Dinner & Retire for the night

Sunday 19th February 2012

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06.00 Hrs – Wake up

Morning cores, Breakfast & T
07:00 Hrs - MOve 2 Shivneri base
08:00 Hrs - @ Base & Ascend
09:30 Hrs – Atop Shivneri
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Exploration on fort ... .
11:30 Hrs - Descend
12:30 Hrs - Base

Lunch Time

13:00 Hrs: Move 2 Ghatghar

14:00 Hrs: Ascend Jivdhan
15:30 Hrs: Atop Jivdhan

17:00 Hrs: Descend starts 2 Naneghat Platue

18:30 Hrs: @ Naneghat platue
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Tea- Break
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Dinner & Retire for night
.Monday 20th February 2012 ( Mahashivratri Holiday)
.06.00 Hrs – Wake up

Morning cores, Breakfast & T
07:00 Hrs - Explore Naneghat
09:00 Hrs - Descend Naneghat
12:00 Hrs - @ Base
13:00 Hrs - @ Tokavade by Private jeeps

LUNCH TIME (To be Borne by participant) at Hotel

15:00 Hrs - @ Murbad
16:30 Hrs - @ Kalyan

18:00 Hrs - @ Mumbai (Subjective)

The estimated expenditure is about Rs. 1300 / -
This includes Transportation Charges from Kurla onwards till Kalyan drop as mentioned by MSRTC bus OR private jeeps, 3 veg meals & refreshments and Tented Accommodation.

Advance amount of Rs. 500/- (Non-Refundable) for Ticket & vehicle booking is a must !!!

Please deposit same amount on following details:

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI bank a/c no : 026801521464
Vartak nagar branch, Thane(w)

Last date 2 confirm yourself for the event is Tuesday 7th February 2012 till 5 pm or Till da batch gets full

MAXimum 30 members

Note: Smoking and consumption of liquor is strictly prohibited

Things To Carry: -

Please do carry Lunch for Saturday [MUST]

A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) a [MUST]

Sleeping mats/ bags [MUST]

Torch with Battery [MUST]
Camera, Cell Phone (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
A good trekking shoes, extra pair of socks

A haversack to put all these things

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagdish Patil (O): 09869369836

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Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

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Trek to Indrai & Rajdher Fort with Trek-O-Phy on 11-12 Feb 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Trek-O-Phy (Mumbai, India.)) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 04:40:38 PST

More details -

Date : 11-12 Feb 2012
Meeting Point : 10.00 pm at Dadar. (on 10- Feb 2012)
Charges : Rs. 1450/- per person (Guest Fee Rs. 50/-)
(Includes - Expertise & Equipments, travelling & food(veg))

More about the Indrai Fort:
Peak Height: 4490 feet.
Type: Hill Fort
Grade: Easy

Indrai is a fort located in Nashik district. It is surrounded by several other forts namely Rajdher, Koldher, Chandvad. This fort though known to very few people, is very huge fort with lot of things to see on the top. There are numerous caves, water tanks, old fortification, remnants of old buildings etc. On final summit we find 2 caves and a water tank. There are around 150 rock cut steps to the top. After ascending the steps to the fort, we can see the remnants of the entrance and there is a stone inscription on the left side of the entrance. The mountain top is extensive. We need to go to the left side after the entrance. Here we come across 3 ways. The rightmost way leads to few rock-cut caves. The middle one takes to the temple of Lord Shiva on the fort. The leftmost way leads to the mountain face where we find around 18-20 caves. Some caves are suitable for staying and here a water cistern is also present.
We can see the forts of Rajdher, Chandvad, Koldher, Dhodap, Ikhara from the top.

More about the Rajdher Fort:
Peak Height: 3555 feet.
Type: Hill Fort
Grade: Medium

One of the mountain ranges of Sahyadri starts from Surgana in Nasik, and ends at Chandvad. This is called Ajanta Satmaal. Amongst the various forts in this range, Rajdher, Indrai, Koldher and Chandvad lie in the Chandvad taluka.
As we enter reach the fort top, we see a stone inscription on the left side of the arch of the entrance. After ascending the rock-cut steps to the fort, we come across 2 ways. Going further rightwards we can see the remnants of a mansion, which is the only intact place on this fort. If we go back on the way to the left, there is a rock-cut cave, which has a ladder to descend. On the top of the cave is a well with arch. Further there is another cave, and a pond, where a temple of Lord Shiva is situated in a cave. The way along the pond takes us to the summit, and there are few water tanks on this way. There is another pond on the top. It takes two hours to see the fort.

We can see the forts of Indrai, Mangi-Tungi, Nhavigad, Koldher, Dhodap from the top.

THINGS TO CARRY-

1. Good footwear(Mandatory).
2. Extra Pair of cloths,Towel, napkin.
3. Water (4 ltr minimum).
4. Sleeping bag/ sleeping mat, Blanket (Mandatory) 5.Cap / Gog / Camera (optional).
6. Insect repellent cream/ sun protecton cream (optional).
7. Slippers or floaters (just to relax your feet befor & after the trek) (optional)
8. Personal small medical kit. (if u require usually/Optional)
9. Tea cup, glass, spoon, plate.(compulsory)
10. TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
11. Other things as per your choice.
12 .Haversack to put all these things.

Please avoid wearing Gold and other valuable ornaments.

Please call for more details & booking :

Amol Joshi - 9969963430/ 9821562075

Rugved Khatu - 9890827655
Gaurav Kelkar - 9773586223

Join us on Facebook

Payment details:
One needs to deposit the full amount into the following bank account to confirm his/her registration. (Kindly call before depositing to check the availability of seats)

SBI a/c no: 30018622758 S/A in the name of SHEETAL AMOL JOSHI.
Branch: GIRGAON (MUMBAI) (374).

Make the confirmation soon to avoid further disappointment cause seats are limited.

Regards,Trek-O-Phy

Jumpstart Basic First Aid Level 1 Course @ Sanjay Gandhi National Park - February 5, 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Moombai Hyker) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:43:35 PST

Jumpstart is proud to announce it's first Certification Course which will equip the participants with Basic First Aid skills that could be used in their day to day lives as well as emergency situations.

Agenda for First Aid Program :

1. Initial Assessment
2. Patient Examination
3. Vital signs and documentation
4. Spinal immobilisation, body rolls, body elevation and movement
5. Reduction of dislocations
6. Splinting of fractures and sprains
7. CPR for adults & children
8. Basic First Aid Level 1 - Certification

PLEASE NOTE: The workshop will require role play and touching other participants to administer first aid. Even tough there will be guidelines issued in this regard, participants who have issues with either are requested to inform us about it well in advance.

Cost - Rs. 550/-

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC. Participants under the age of 18 years will be required to get written consent from their parents / guardians. (Consent form will be mailed on request)

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We will meet at the Borivali gate of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park between 7 - 7.15 am. We will enter the park at 7.30 am and will be transported in dedicated vehicles to the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial where the workshop will be conducted. The workshop will comprise of 2 sessions with a 45 min break for Lunch.

Please carry your own breakfast / snacks / lunch for the event.

Contact -
Akul Tripathi - 9819726688
Dhiren Talpade - 9619793983
Ryan Thomas - 9920263810
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NOTE:
1. Travel from the gate to the venue will be in dedicated vehicles and is included in the costs.
2. The costs DO NOT include food or beverages
3. No alcohol will be provided at any point.
4. Participants under the age of 18 years will be required to get written consent from their parents / guardians. (Consent form will be mailed on request)
5. Railways, Forts, Temples, Dargahs, Caves, Forests have rules and regulations in addition to the laws of the land. Familiarizing oneself with the same will safeguard the participant from committing any violations. In any case, Jumpstart and it's representatives shall not bear any liability towards the actions of the individuals and thereby their consequences, whatsoever.

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One cannot live 3 weeks without food, 3 days without water, 3 hours without shelter and 3 minutes without air. However, we have always (touch wood!) managed to get participants back home safe and sound. A large part of the credit goes to the participants who pack and do as mentioned under:

1. WATER: They always have at least 2 litres of water. They keep sipping water and replenishing their body reserves which are usually lost through perspiration and transpiration. This also keeps them happy and energetic.

2. SHOES: They check their shoes before the event for strength, grip and comfort. Old unused shoes usually don't last for more than 30 minutes in the outdoors. Similarly, brand new shoes almost always result in shoe bites. Closed shoes protect their feet from pricks and bites. This helps them focus on having a good time rather than just facing the elements. They also carry slippers/flip-flops/sandals to be worn during rest time and travel.

3.CLOTHES: They wear comfortable clothes which allow them to stretch, climb and jump. Clothing is most effective when it covers your arms and legs from the sun, cold, pricks and bites. They usually carry extra clothes and a towel depending on the number of days the event is. We have observed that extra plastic bags are of great help when it comes to storing wet clothes.

4. FOOD: They get Chocolates, Chikki, Dry Fruits, biscuits, farsan, vadapav, samosa, salami, chicken sausages, roast lamb, etc... These items keeps them charged and energetic during the day. The food makes us happy too.

5. SUN PROTECTION: They carry hats/caps, sunglasses and sunscreen and use them. This also reflects well in the numerous photographs that get clicked.

6. MEDICINES: They carry medicines that they commonly use to counter Asthama, allergies and other health issues that they may have.

7. ELECTRONICS: They carry cameras, torches, extra bulbs and batteries. They also make sure to have waterproof coverings to protect their belongings from moisture.

8. BACKPACK: They usually carry all their stuff on their backs keeping their hands free for things other than holding a bag.

9. TRASH BAG: They do not believe in littering and so they carry trash bags to carry all the wrappers, chewing gums, chips Packets, etc and dispose it off in the local Garbage Bin.

10. MOSQUITO REPELLENT: They just smiled when we asked them why. They did sleep very peacefully at night.

11. HUMOUR: Their sense of humour made it difficult for anything to dampen their spirits.

http://www.facebook.com/groups/jumpstarters/

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Disclaimer:

All Jumpstart events take place in the great outdoors. The success of these events depend upon various factors which include climatic conditions, governmental / quasi-governmental policies, mechanical and human error in hired vehicles, etc. and despite checks and double checks, there is always a possibility that the event may not see through as planned or advertised. Jumpstart and it's representatives do everything in their reasonable capacity to ensure the smooth running of an event and stick to the advertised plan. However, in the situation that an event has to be shortened or cancelled, Jumpstart would stand liable to refund only the balance amount of the total amount paid after deductions of the actual cost incurred up to the moment.

Jumpstart and it's representatives do not subscribe to or encouraged the consumption of any Alcoholic and/or Narcotic and Psychotropic substances during an event. Not only does the consumption thereof compromise the safety of the individual and the group physically, but also legally. Any participant who does not adhere to this policy during the event would automatically stop being a part of the event and be asked to make private arrangements for themselves thereon, without receiving any refund whatsoever.

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OffBeat Sahyadri : Trek to Harishchandragad Via Nalichi Vaat (Descend : Bailghat - Sadhaleghat) on 11th and 12th of Feb 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Priti Patel) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:45:16 PST

OffBeat Sahyadri : Trek to Harishchandragad Via Nalichi Vaat (Descend : Bailghat - Sadhaleghat) on 11th and 12th of Feb 2012

For More Details Click Here

Registrations and Queries

Zeenat : 9850193039

Priti : 9987990300

Regards,

Team OffBeat Sahyadri

OffBeat Sahyadri : Paragliding at Kamshet on 29th of January & 5th of February 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Priti Patel) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:20:20 PST

OffBeat Sahyadri : Paragliding at Kamshet on 29th of January & 5th of February 2012

Two Separate Batches

For More Details Click Here

Registrations and Queries

Zeenat : 9850193039

Priti : 9987990300

Regards,

Team OffBeat Sahyadri

Girivihar India's only International Rock Climbing Competition 26, 27, 28th January 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Moombai Hyker) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:35:05 PST

It gives me immense pride in introducing you, to an International Rock Climbing Competition to which I am associated with on a pro bono basis.

To quickly give you a glimpse :
Dates : 26, 27, 28th January 2012
Location: Navi Mumbai, Belapur
Organized by: Girivihar Mountaineering Club

Girivihar, one of India's oldest mountaineering club is widely known for conducting its very own International Rock Climbing Competition at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai (New Bombay), India. CBD Belapur is home to the Mumbai region's first scientifically developed climbing crag with graded routes on natural rocks.

It is the biggest competition of its kind in the National climbing circuit with participation from India, France, United States of America, Iran, Israel, Japan, Korea and others.

What follows, this sporting extravaganza, is a Rock Trip to various nature rich habitats of the country, that offer climbing challenges of international stature.

We believe that your esteemed organization would be interested in featuring this competition.

This year we are expecting eminent climbers from France and United States of America, who in their own right are celebrated bloggers and documentary film makers.

Kindly click on the web link below, to view our competition video for 2011.

http://vimeo.com/20821701

For writing features, video shooting stories, or just for photo opportunities; you could contact:
Priyanka Desai: 9930 360 546
Gaurang Swarge: 9820 151 429

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Gaurang Swarge
General Secretary

Girivihar

शिखरवेध - 1 day trek 2 Sindola fort on Thursday 26 January 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Jagdish Patil) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:27:09 PST

Dear All,

We @ शिखरवेध has arranged a 1 day trek 2 Sindola fort a less trodden path Trek on Thursday 26 January 2012

Brief info about place :

Trek : Sindola

Region : Malshej
Height : 2137 ft
Grade : Medium
Type : Hill Fort
Sindola fort is not well described in many literature books as it may not have witnessed any historical event. Sindola fort is a small fort. Ruins of bastions & couple of water cisterns and idol of ganesha are present on top. Scenery from the top of the fort is just mind blowing. The construction is believed as old as its neighbors Hadsar and Nimgiri around 5th century.

The itinerary for the Trek is as follows : -

Thursday 26 January 2012

06.40 am: Meeting point @ Kalyan ST depot near inquiry counter.

06.45 am: Catch the Bus

Breakfast in Bus ( 1 Poha + 1 Upma)

Tea @ Tokawade

09.15 am: @ Karanjale village

09.30 am: Ascend

11.15 am: Near chimani

12.30 am: Top of the fort

We’ll have lunch and then explore the fort.

02.00 pm: Start descending

04.00 pm: Karanjale

07.30 pm: Kalyan(tentative)

The charges of the trek are Rs 350/- per head

This includes Morning Breakfast-Tea, traveling from Kalyan to Kalyan & Guide Contri.

Maximum 20 seats ...

Things To Be carried:-

A bottle of water (Atleast 3 Ltrs - must),
LUNCH for da day (a must)
2-3 papers, 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.

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagadish Patil: 09869369836
.
Also join us @
.
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Mumbai Hikers: http://mumbaihikers.net/shikharvedh/

TMI : Birthday Celebration Tour to Velas on 11th & 12th Feb 2012 (Starting Friday, 10th Feb night)

noreply@blogger.com (Vikram Singh) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:27:33 PST

Dear mates, every year we plan some treks for birthday bash, this year it’s a Tour to Velas.

Let’s Play in the sand! Splash in the water! Get dirty! Get wet!

Enjoy nature at its purest form along with being a part of nature conservation program at Velas.

We at Trek Mates India invite you all for the birthday celebration Tour to Velas on 11^th & 12^th Feb 2012 (Starting Friday, 10^th Feb night)

Some information about the area:
The places that will be visiting are:
1. Harihareshwar
2. Bankot Fort
3. Velas Beach

4. Kolad

(* Click on picture to enlarge)

Harihareshwar

Surrounded by four holy hills Harihar, Harshinachal, Bramhadri and Pushpadri Harihareshwar is a region in Konkan which is amazingly beautiful with hills playing the perfect foil for long stretch of pristine beach. The Harihareshwar temple built in the 16th century with the deities of Vishnu Brahma and Shiva is the primary attraction in Harihareshwar along with beautiful stretch of beach.

Bankot Fort
Region: Mandangad
District: Ratnagiri
Height: Sea fort (Slightly above sea level)
Difficulty: Simple

Bankot is a square shaped fort. On the sides of Bankot fort, there is a dry moat (Revni) dug out in the Jambhya stone. Jambhya stone is peculiar type of stone adorning a purple shade and peculiarly it is incapable of storing water as the water invariable percolates through it owing to its much porous nature. The main entrance (Mahadarwaja) of the fort is north-facing with a well sculpted arch and carvings. Watch guards dug out (Devdya) align on both sides of the Mahadarwaja with some pits being dug out in the right Devdi. On the left, there are steps leading towards Nagarkhana while there is an underground storey and a tunnel on the right. A Maruti idol in the centre stands deserted now. On the west, there is a small entrance (Darwaja) leading to a Bastion on the exterior of the fortifications. A deep well (now dry and filled) occupied the centre of this bastion earlier and the adjacent water tanks too are dry and obsolete now. One can leave the Buruj via a small exit that leads to the surrounding moat and a beautiful “Revni” lying nearby.

Velas Beach
Velas is the birth place of Nana Phadnis, one of the great prominent personalities in Maratha history. Due to the sea-shore Velas is an existing place and it is situated nearBankot Bay. There is an old temple of Shri Bhairi- Rameshwar and in this temple all twelve months water is made available taking the benefit of favorable geographical conditions. A statue of Nana Phadnis is present outside his house. In Velas Mahalakshmi temple and Nana Phadnis house are the places to visit. Gokulashtami Festival is one of the important festival in Velas.Velas is also one of the popular breeding sites of Olive Ridley, which is an endangered species of turtle.

Kolad

Kolad, a thriving tiny village in the Mahad region in the state of Maharashtra, is blessed with natural foliage and luxuriant greenery. Situated at the backdrop of the majestic Sahyadris, Kolad’s magnificent valleys and marshlands give it a picturesque appearance.

The greatest attraction of this charming village is the ‘Kundalika River’, which is one among the fastest flowing river in South India. Water released from the nearby dams makes the river ever flowing. Kundalika riverbeds in Kolad are ideal locations for adventurous activities like River Rafting, Kayaking, River Crossing, Flying Fox etc.

The itinerary for the tour will be as follows:

Friday, 10th Feb:
Meeting at Swaminarayan Temple Dadar East at 11.00pm

Saturday, 11^th FebReach Harihareshwar at 05.00am

Get fresh, Visit Temple, Breakfast, Explore beach

Leave for Bankot by Jetty

Explore Bankot fort

Reach Velas by 1pm
Lunch at Velas
Visit Velas beach in the evening,
Check in at some villagers home in Velas, Dinner, Night walk

Sunday, 12^th Feb: Visit Velas Beach
Have breakfast and start Kolad

Reach Kolad, Lunch

Can opt for Kayaking, River Crossing, and Flying Fox (optional) or enjoy water

And start our back journey. Evening refreshment on the way
Reach Dadar by 9:30 pm.

Note – The dates for Turtle Festival at Velas are yet to be announced, so we can not assure you sighting of Baby turtles. Still as this is the start of season so there are bright chances of sighting.

Pics from last year TMI Tour to Velas

https://picasaweb.google.com/trekmates9967436211/TurtleFestivalToVelasWithTrekMatesOn13th14thMarch10#

The cost for the tour will be INR 1600/- per head,
which includes,
Travelling from Dadar to Dadar by private non ac bus,
food expenses (only Veg),
and accommodation charges.

Payment Details:
One needs to deposit INR 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,
IFS Code: SBIN0007232.

Things to Be carried:
Identity proof (Must),
A bottle of water (At least 2 Ltrs),
TORCH with extra batteries (compulsory).
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes, Beachwear
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, Beach footwear

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

Mumbai Coordinators:

Vikram Singh: 9987761562

Manoj Kalwar: 9819021806 / 9870775633

Nilesh Patil: 8655588508

Pune Coordinator:

Adhar: 9975641375

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.

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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.

Regards,

Team – Trek Mates India