Trek to Katrabai Mountain 26th of June 2016

Dear Offbeaters,

We invite you for a trek to Katrabai Mountain 26^th of June 2016, starting on 25^th night.

Team OffBeat Sahyadri has always been thriving for taking the Beaters to OffBeat destinations.

Most of us have already visited Alang Madan Kulang, Kalsubai, Ratangad, Harishchandragad, Bhairavgad, Kunjargad etc atleast once by now. We need not explain it to you how beautiful this entire region is.

Mount Katrabai offers a bird eye view of the Fort Ratangad and Khuta Pinnacle. Beyond which one can see the entire expanse of A-M-K to kalsubai range. In-between these lay the shipnur hill and Sandhan Valley.

On the other side one can enjoy the breathtaking views of sahyadri ranges one beyond the other. To name a few Ghanchakkar, Muda, Gavaldev, Bhairavgad, Kaladgad, Nafta, Harishchandragad and if the visibility permits once can even spot the malshej ghat range,  naneghat, jivdhan forts.

Note : “Selfi Chhap adventure picnickers stay away.”

Trivia

Type: Mountain Trek

Grade: Medium

Base Village: Kumshet

Region : Bhandardara Rajur

The itinerary for the Trek is as given below:

Meeting point : Kasara Railway Station

Ø  Catch late night kasara local and reach kasara ( Train time table will be provided once you register for the event)

Ø  Travel to base village via private transport

Ø  Reach Kumshet

Ø  Introduction, Does and Donts Round

Ø  Start the trek

Ø  Reach top, explore, Have lunch

Ø  Start Descending

Ø  Freshen up and Start Return Journey

Ø  Evening refreshments on the way back

Ø  Reaching Kasara by 08.30-9.30pm tentatively. 

For People who wish to join us for this trek from Pune, Contact Zeenat, We have a different itinerary for Pune

Contribution
is Rs 900/- per head

Which includes

Travelling Charges from Kasara to Kasara

Breakfast and evening refreshments

For registration kindly transfer Rs 900/- 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

OR

Bank : BANK OF MAHARASHTRA
Account No 60001946765
Branch: Camp, Pune
In the Name of  Zeenat Sikilkar
IFSC Code: MAHB0000076

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.

Its gonna be a windy trek, windcheater is a must.

Identity Proof

Water 3 liters ( No water source on the way or at the top)

Lunch

Torch

Change of cloths

Ready to eat snacks

Personal medicines

Windcheater

Good shoes

Other accessories 

Registration or queries: 

Mumbai :

Priti : 9987990300

Yadnesh : 9773086825
Sagar : 9930100536

Pune:

Zeenat : 9860636757

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration

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