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Tuesday 25 September 2012

Nature trail to Kaas plateau


Nature trail to Kaas plateau " The Plateau of Flowers " 29th September  2012 and 2nd October 2012


Batch B : 29nd September
Batch C : 2nd  October

Dear OffBeaters ,
We invite you to a nature trail to the most colorful plateau, Kaas plateau 29th September 2012 and 2nd October 2012,



 

Trivia
Type : Flower plateau in satara
Height : 3000 ft above msl approx
Grade : Nature Trail
Base Village : Kaas

People who are keen about nature, flora and fauna this is the place for you.
Situated at 25 km from the satara city, Kaas is the place where 100s of varieties of flowers blossom in this season turning the plateau into beds of different colours. It looks like carpets of flowers laying on the ground, yellow carpets of Smithia and Sonki flowers, Pink carpets of Balsam, Purple carpets of Karvi and many more..... The color of the carpets keeps on changing with time depending on the dominant flowers at the time.

Looking over the water catchment area of the huge koyna Dam, it blends with the lush green forest in the protected area.
The best place to appreciate natures beauty, and and heaven for macro photographers, its a must visit place for all nature lovers.

Wide availability of flowers, nectar attract insects which feed on them and they attract birds which feed on them. Birds like Crested Buntings, Malabar Crested Larks, Oriental White-eyes, Bonelli’s Eagle and commonly sighted at Kaas.

Instead of visiting the crowded places with loads of picnickers like Thoseghar waterfall, sajjangad ect we would rather prefer to visit pateshwar, an offbeat location, scenic and isolated from crowd.


The itinerary for the trail is as given below:
Meeting Point :
Swaminarayan temple Dadar 11.30 pm one day prior to the event date
04.30 am Satara
Rest for some time.
Breakfast
07.00 am : Kaas  Plateau
11.00 am : Site seeing, Photography, Valley exploration
12.00 pm : Visit to Kaas Lake (optional)
01.00 pm : Lunch
01.30 pm : Visit Sajjangad / Thosegar Waterfall
03.30 pm : Start Return journey
Evening refreshment on the way
09.30 pm tentatively reach Mumbai .

Contribution for the trip is Rs 1250/- per head which includes
Traveling from Mumbai to Mumbai by a private vehicle,
Breakfast, Lunch and evening refreshments

Minimum Pax size : 15
Maximum Group size : 25

For registration kindly transfer Rs 1250/- 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, mobile number and pickup point) at offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Gallery : https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1623614353191.88314.1321443894&type=1

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Check list :

Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from insects and scratches.

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.

Chilly winds blow at kaas plateau, carry windcheater, shawl, thermals.

Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Change of cloths
Torch
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good covering footwear
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration


Registration or queries:

Priti : 9987990300
Rajas : 9664782503

Zeenat : 9850193039 / 8983394613




Rules and regulations.



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

Waterfall Rappelling at Bekare waterfall with OffBeat Sahyadri on 30th September 2012


Waterfall Rappelling at Bekare waterfall with OffBeat Sahyadri on 30th September 2012

Dear OffBeaters,

We invite you for an adventurous journey of rappelling through the gigantic waterfall at Bekare on 30th of September 2012.



Trivia

  • Location: Bhivpuri.
  • Height: Approx 110 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.

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Meeting point for Mumbaikars as well as Punekars:
Meeting point : Bhivpuri Station 08.00 am on 30th of September 2012

  • 09:00 am : Reach Base Village, introduction, Instruction, Demo
  • Breakfast
  • 10:30 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 09:30 – 10:30 pm tentatively.

Contribution
Rs 450/- per head which includes
Travelling Charges from Bhivpuri to Bhivpuri.
Breakfast and evening refreshments.
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipments.

For registration kindly transfer Rs 450/- 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:

Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from insects and scratches.

Rains are expected, so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet.
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags.

Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Change of cloths
Torch
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good covering footwear
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration


Registration or queries:
Priti : 9987990300
Zeenat : 9850193019

Rules and regulations.

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

Trek to Harishchandragad via Pachnai on 30th of September 2012



Trek to Harishchandragad via Pachnai on 30th of September 2012




Dear Offbeaters,
We invite you for trek to Harishchandragad Via Pachnai, on  30th of September 2012, Starting on 29th Night.






Trivia:
Type : Hill Fort
Height : 4500 ft approx
Region : Malshej Ghat
Grade: Difficult






The itinerary for the Event is as given below:
29th September 2012,
Meeting point : Kasara Station,at exit at 03.00 am

Catch Last Kasara local
 
03.30 pm : Start towards Pachnai by Private Transport
05.00 am : Reach Pachnai
05.30 am : Night Trek to Harishchandragad start
08.00 am : Reach Top and Breakfast
09.00 am : Start towards Konkan kada
10.00 am : visit temple and caves  
11.00pm  : flower photography at plateau, lunch break
02.00 pm : start descending
05.00 pm : Return journey
10.00 pm : Mumbai

Gallery :

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https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.2455510950086.140512.1321443894&type=3

Contribution
Rs 800/- per head which includes,
1 Breakfast & 1 evening refreshments,
transportation From Kasara to Kasara

Minimum Pax size : 15
Maximum Group size : 25

Please go through the Rules and Regulations before registration.

Registration :
For registration kindly transfer Rs.800 per head in the given a/c
Union Bank Account No 369102010801696
Branch : Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code : UBINO536911


Entry on first come first basis
Registrations through phone calls only.

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

Things to be carried:
Mandatory articles
Identity proof
Water atleast 2 liters (Must)
Lunch for sunday
Ready to eat dry food stuff
TORCH with extra batteries (Must)
Towel, a napkin, Extra Pair of clothes


Recommended
Windcheaters,
Personal medicines,
Cap
Scarf


Instructions :
Ø  Wear comfortable cotton clothing, it might be too cold atop.
Ø  Wear good grip providing comfortable shoes. ( in good condition should not tear during the trek ) Action trekking.
Ø  Keep the baggage light, Please do not carry sling bags or Jholas. Carry proper bag pack, with all the zips working and no damaged strands.


Registration or queries:
Zeenat Sikilkar  : 9850193039
Priti : 9987990300


Rules and regulations.

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

Friday 21 September 2012

Trek Schedule "October to December 2012"







Hey Beaters, finally the monsoon is subsiding and we know you all are waiting for joining us for few of the most adventurous treks of the majestic Sahyadri. So lets do it the OffBeat Way.....
Because there are no limits .......




OffBeat Sahyadri
-----  Winter Trek Schedule (Oct-Dec 2012) -------



Events in October 2012
DATE
TREK
REGION
GRADE

6-7th October


Lonavla-Karjat 

Medium

7th Oct


Kamshet

Medium

13-14th October


Malshej Ghat

Difficult

14th October
   
      Nashik  
        Medium

DATE
TREK
REGION
GRADE

21st October

Murbad
Medium
21st October

Hashyachi Patti-Marheran Ladder route
Matheran
Easy
26-27-28th October

Igatpuri

Medum
27-28th October

Shirval
Medium
28th October

Matheran
Easy


Events in November 2012
DATE
TREK
REGION
GRADE
4th November

Khandala
Easy
4th November

Kalavantin Durga
Khopoli
Medium
10-11th Nevember



Easy
17-18th November

Lonavla
Medium

DATE
TREK
REGION
GRADE
24-25th November
  Satara
   Medium


Events in December 2012
DATE
TREK
REGION
GRADE
1-2nd December
  Malshej Ghat
Medium
9th December


Igatpuri
Medium
22nd-25th December

    Igatpuri
 Meduim
30th December
Malang-gad


Easy





For Registrations

Priti : 9987990300
Rajas : 9664782503
Zeenat : 9850193039, 898339413

Keep in touch with us : www.offbeatsahyadri.com




Blogger : www.offbeatsahyadri.blogspot.com


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri