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Monday, 2 June 2014

OffBeat Sahyadri : Fireflies special trek to Bhojgiri Hill (Malshejghat) on 7-8 June (Starting on 7th June evening)

Fireflies special trek to Bhojgiri Hill (Malshej ghat) on 7-8 June (Starting on 7th June evening)


Trivia:Hight: 3200 ft. (Approx. above MSL)
Region: Malshej Ghat
Grade: Medium



During this period the forest adjoining Malshejghat is found lit with thousands of 

fireflies.

The fireflies gather on specific trees in thousands and lighten up together at 



night displaying a 



synchronized light show amidst forest..

Be with us and witness the Fireflies light show 







Bhojgiri is a hill overlooking the entire malshej ghat area. One gets a spectacular view of around 

10-12 forts from the top. The entire expanse of the pimpalgaon joga backwaters is eye catching. 

Bhojgiri offers view of junner region forts like hadsar, nimgiri, hanumangad, devdandya hill. on 

the  other side the range continues with shidoba, udhalya, shindola to hatkeshwar hills. At 

malshejghat region if the atmosphere is clear one can even get a chance to spot ratangad, alang 

manad kulang and ajoba fort beyond harishchandragad, rohidas, nafta .







We will be descending via an Offbeat Mountain Pass








Itinerary:

Meeting Point : Kalyan Station at 06.05 pm
Meeting point Platform No 1 below indicator
Proceed to base village by bus/ jeep

Kasara Train :  N Semi fast              
04:50 pm : Mumbai CST
05:03 pm : Dadar            
05:12 pm : Kurla           

05:16 pm : Ghatkopar    
05:31 pm : Thane           
05:54 pm : Dombivali     
06:05 pm : Kalyan           

Contribution:
Rs. 1000/- per person
Which includes :
Transportation from Kalyan to kalyan
Dinner for Saturday night.
1 Break Fast
Equipments & Expertise.

For
registration
 kindly transfer Rs.1000/- per head in the following A/c

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



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



Maximum Participants 25 Only 

Note: Registrations through phone calls only.
Preference on first come first basis.
Check list :
Identity Proof
Torch (must)
Water 4 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Proper Bedding (it may rain carry a plastic sheet for spreading below your bedding)
change of cloths
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories
It may rain. Please pack your bags accordingly. 
Double pack your valuables in plastic bags to protect them from water.
Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration 




Registration or queries:
Zeenat Sikilkar : 9860636757

Priti Patel : 9987990300
E-mail ID : offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

[ After Transaction please drop a mail with your following details to above ID

Name
Email Id
Mobile Number ]

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri



Rules and regulations.

Do understand that we do not arrange picnics. It follows that if one seeks luxury andabsolute 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 athome 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 throwgarbage 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.

Thursday, 30 May 2013

OffBeat Sahyadri : Fireflies special Night trek on Rajmachi on 9th June 2013, starting on 8th night


Dear OffBeaters,

We invite you for Fireflies special Night trek to Rajmachi on 9th June 2013, starting on 8th night







Trivia
Fort Rajmachi
Type: Hill fort
Height: 2710 ft above msl
Grade: easy
Base villege: Kondivade(Karjat) / Lonavla

During this period the forest adjoining Rajmachi is found lit with thousands of fireflies.

The fireflies gather on specific trees in thousands and lighten up together at night displaying a 

synchronized light show amidst forest..

Be with us and witness the Fireflies light show

Rajmachi the dreamed destination of every trekker must visit place in every monsoon.

At Udhewadi (village at the footsteps of twin forts) there is a well built pond and a beautiful ancient temple. 30 minutes hike from here takes one at the flat plateau where there is temple of bhairoba.

The fort in front of the temple is Shriwardhan. Though dilapidated all the three doors to the fort are still standing tall. A little further there is a buddhist cave. The fort is well fortified. At dolkathi there is a long pole on which flag is hosted. 

The route from behind the bhairoba temple leads to Manaranjan fort. The entrance is in ruins, on top there is good forestation. Fortification of Manranjan is in good state. There is one big water tank atop. 

On the way to Kondiwade is the famous ‘Konadane’ cave.
Peripherial Sites:

  • Forts: Dhak durg, Lohagd, Visapur, mahuli,Karnal. Irshalgad
  • ‘Manjarsumba’. Pinnacle
  • Khandala, Matheran, Borghat

Itinerary of the fort is as follows
Meeting Point : 
Karjat Station 08:30pm
09:30 pm Introduction, Instruction
10:00 pm start the trek
Dinner on the way
Enjoy Light Show by fireflies enroute
01:30 am Reach Undhewadi, Rest till morning
06:30 am : Wake up, Breakfast
07:30 am Start trek, explore Fort
12.30 pm : Lunch at Udhewadi
02.00 pm : Start descending
06:00 pm Kondiwade
07:00 pm karjat
Reaching Mumbai/ Pune by 09:00 -10:00 pm tentatively.

Group Size : 20 Participants 
Avoid being part of the herd of 50's + + +
Smaller the group better the interactions and coordination.

Contribution
is Rs 500/- per head
which includes
Travelling from Karjat to Karjat
1 breakfasts, 1 meals, 1 evening refreshments

For registration kindly transfer Rs.500/- 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) atoffbeatsahyadri@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.
Identity Proof
Torch
Water 3 liters
Dinner
Proper Bedding
Change of cloths
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories 

Registration or queries: 
Zeenat : 9850193039
Priti : 9987990300

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri


Tuesday, 28 May 2013

OffBeat Sahyadri Fireflies special trek to Ratangad on 2nd June (Starting on 1st June evening)



OffBeat Sahyadri Fireflies special trek to Ratangad on 2nd June (Starting on 1st June evening)

Trivia:
Hight: 4255 ft. (Approx. above MSL)
Region: Bhandardara
Grade: Easy
Base Village: Ratanwadi



During this period the forest adjoining Ratangad hills is found lit with thousands of fireflies.


The fireflies gather on specific trees in thousands and lighten up together at night displaying a 

synchronized light show amidst forest..

Be with us and witness the Fireflies light show 



Following are the pics taken by Rajas Deshpande In the same region during same period last year.





Itinerary:

Meeting Point : Kasara Station at 07.20 pm
Catch the Semi fast Kasara Local (Slow from Thane)



Kasara Train :  N Semi fast              
04:50 pm : Mumbai CST
05:03 pm : Dadar            
05:12 pm : Kurla           

05:16 pm : Ghatkopar    
05:31 pm : Thane           
05:54 pm : Dombivali     
06:05 pm : Kalyan           
07:20 pm : Kasara

07:20 pm : Start towards Base Village
09:30 pm : Reach Base Village, Introduction, Do's and Don’ts
10:00 pm : Dinner
11:00 pm : Start trek (Ascending to Ratangad fort)
Enjoy the light show by the fireflies in the jungles enroute
01:30 am : Reach the Cave, Rest
07:30 am : Good morning & Break Fast
09.00 pm : Explore fort
11:30 pm : Start Descending
01:30 pm : Reach Base Village, Lunch
06:00 pm : Reach Kasara Station
09.00pm  : Mumbai Tentatively

Maximum group size: 20

Contribution:
Rs. 1000/- per person
Which includes :
Transportation from Kasara to Kasara
Dinner for Saturday night.
1 Break Fast
Equipments & Expertise.

For registration kindly transfer Rs.1000/- 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 participant’s details (name, email and mobile number, location) at  offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Check list :
Identity Proof
Torch (must)
Water 4 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Proper Bedding (it may rain carry a plastic sheet for spreading below your bedding)
change of clothsReady to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories

It may rain. Please pack your bags accordingly. Double pack your valuables in plastic bags to protect them from water.

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration 

Gallery : Priti's Album

Registration or queries:
Priti Patel : 9987990300
Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503
Zeenat Sikilkar : 9850193039

E-mail ID : offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

[ For registration plz drop a mail with your following details to above ID
Name
Email Id
Mobile Number]


Regards,