OffBeat Sahyadri : Waterfall Rappelling at Panvel on 7th of August 2011

Waterfall Rappelling with OffBeat Sahyadri on 7th August 2011

Dear Offbeaters,

On demand we organize one more rappelling session at Panvel Waterfall this Sunday.

We invite you for an adventurous journey of rappelling through a gigantic waterfall on 7th  of August 2011

Trivia

Height: Approx 120 feet
Grade: Medium.

Rappelling is a quick way of descending heights using adventure gear and involves sliding down the ropes. The speed of descend is controlled by the friction. Proper belay support makes this event 100% safe.

Waterfalls always fascinate us. Don’t they? Every monsoon we visit number of waterfalls to get drenched. It feels amazing when the water hits our body with the speeding force.

Imagine how exciting it will be to walk down the waterfall and experiencing the trill, the force, the pressure and the adventure.

It gives the most incredible feeling of success and accomplishment when you touch the ground, overcoming all your fears of height or water.

Itinerary:

Meeting point for those who wish to come by Private Transport:

Meeting point: Dadar East, Swami Narayan Mandir, at 6.00 am 
06:10 am start towards Panvel

Breakfast on board

08:45 am : Reach Venue, introduction, Instruction, Demo

09:30 am : start rappelling turn by turn

01:30 pm : Lunch Break, start activity immediately after lunch

05:30 pm : wind up, evening refreshments

06:30 pm : Departure to Mumbai

Reaching Mumbai by 08:30 – 09:30 pm tentatively.

Meeting point for Pune People

Meeting point: Panvel Depot, 08.00 am 
08:30 am start by rick / bus

09:30 am : Reach Venue, Breakfast,

10:30am :  introduction, Instruction, Demo

11:00 am : start rappelling turn by turn

01:30 pm : Lunch Break, start activity immediately after lunch

05:00 pm : wind up, evening refreshments

05:30 pm : Departure to Panvel by rick / bus

06:30 pm : Panvel

Reaching Pune by 09:30 pm tentatively.

Contribution 

For Mumbaikars Rs 600/- per head

Which Includes,

Travelling from Dadar to Dadar
Breakfast and evening refreshments.
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipment. 

For Punekars : Rs 450/- per head

Which Includes,

Travelling from Panvel to Panvel by public transport Auto / bus,
Breakfast and evening refreshments.
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipment

For registration kindly transfer respective contribution per head in the following A/c

Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code: UBIN0536911

Note: Registrations through phone calls only.

After transaction please email us transaction id along with participants details (name, email and mobile number) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Check list :

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags
Mandatory items	Personal	Optional
Identity Proof	Cap	Camera
Water bottle 2litres	Wind-proof jacket	Sunglasses
Lunch for the day	Bandages	Soap
Napkin	Electral / Glucon D	Plastic Bags
Change of clothes	Ready to eat snacks	Scarf
Torch	Personal medicines
Mug For Tea	Good trekking shoes
Haversack	Socks

Gallery :

Registration or queries:

Mumbai Coordinators

Aniruddha Kelkar : 9619666895

Priti Patel : 9869524260

Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503

Pune Coordinators

Zeenat Sikilkar  : 8983394613, 9850193039

Sunil Gawade : 9764006282

Rules and regulations:

1.    Do understand that we do not arrange picnics. It follows that if one seeks luxury and absolute comfort then we can hardly help them. ;)

2.    Offbeat Sahyadri believe in being one with nature and that is possible only when we shed all city slicker attitudes. Of course by that we do not suggest that one should be ready for any kind of nonsense.

3.    Utmost care is taken to ensure safety of the group and care is taken that no one is inconvenienced because of factors within our control.

4.    We do expect our offbeater friends to understand group dynamics and leave at home their individuality. They should be prepared to share and care. That makes and all the physical and mental exhaustion forgettable and the trek itself becomes unforgettable! Trust us on this.

Now some basic codes:

Respect nature:

1.    Absofreakinglutely no littering! Carry your own trash. If you are found littering then we will request you to pick it up. Friends, it is really not nice to throw garbage around and it only reflects upon us. Will we do this to our own houses?

REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE!

2.    Do not disturb the flora and fauna. No making pretty bouquets of grabbed flowers and blooms. No feeding and intimidating birds and other animals. Think how you would feel if someone barges into your house and threatens you. The jungle is THEIR home. So, Capital NO= NO!

3.    Remember, the mountain has a mind of his own. Beware and do not make the mistake of taking him for granted. It sounds weird but it’s true.

With fellow trekkers:

1.    It is fun to interact and get to know people from different walks of life. Feel free to take the opportunity to expand your social circles.

2.    Share water and food. Nothing else is a better ice breaker than being offered water or a bite of your sandwich!

3.    Care for your fellow trekkers. It is not nice to be self centered and unamicable.

For your own safety:

1.    The organizers and you yourself are equally responsible for your safety. We cannot take the blame for injuries or inconveniences arising out of actions outside the organizers instructions and acts of nature.

2.    Simply put, stay with the group. Do not rush far too ahead or lag too behind. We understand that everyone has a different stamina and we try to keep the group bound together.

3.    Do not wander off from the main trail. Whenever there is no established trail, strictly stay with the group. Be within the sight of the person ahead of you and the one behind you. It helps.

4.    One must understand that the group leader is responsible for the entire group and may have to take some tough decisions at times. If one expects a memorable experience with us then we expect full cooperation and discipline. To sum up, the leader’s decision will be final and binding on all offbeaters.

5.    Finally, the non arguable part. Smoking and other forms of tobacco use and alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited.

Regards,

Team OffBeat Sahyadri