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Showing posts with label nature trail. Show all posts
Showing posts with label nature trail. Show all posts

Tuesday, 24 June 2014

Nature trail at Tungareshwar on 6th July 2014

Nature trail at Tungareshwar on 6th July 2014


This jungle trail is for those 

who are keen in flora and fauna, 

who enjoys wild life photography. 



Come join us for a Jungle trail at Tungareshwar on 6th July 2014

The forest is spread over 85 sq. kms. The siting of  world’s largest moth – The Atlas Moth and also for lunar moth is quiet frequent here. apart form these its rich in biodiversity hosting around
 200+ species of birds, 150+ species of butterflies and 500+ species of moths. 


Possible sightings

Birds, Caterpillars & Moths, Fungi, Bees n wasps, Snakes


























Its a half Day trail under guidance of Nature expert.

Meeting Point : Vasai Station at 7.00 am Sharp

Things to Carry :
ID Card
3 liters Water
Snacks
Cap
Optional
Binoculars 
Camera
Windcheater


Clothing

Wear full sleeves T shirts n full length trousers. Preferably of dull camouflage color.

Group Size Maximum 15 Participants

Contribution : Rs 230 per head.

These are almost cost to cost basis events will include transport from vasai to vasai, entry fees, breakfast and Nature expertise.

For Registration kindly transfer Rs 230 per head in the following A/c

Bank : Union Bank of India
Account No :  369102010801696
Branch : Juhu Tara Mumbai
A/c Type : Saving a/c
In the Name of Ms Priti P Patel
IFSC Code : UBINO536911


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

Registration or queries:

Zeenat : 9860636757

Priti  : 9987990300

Rajas : 9664782503

Email ID : offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com



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.


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri




Tuesday, 23 July 2013

OffBeat Sahyadri : Explore the unexplored "Peth to Kalkarai Jungle trail on 28th of july 2013

Explore the unexplored "Peth to Kalkarai Jungle trail on 28th of July 2013

So many times while trekking on defined routes we observe paths diverting and merging and we just give it a though where there routes might be reaching and then we just continue trekking.

we think of exploring such routes when we visit the place next time but we hardly find time for that.

At offbeat sahyadri we are always keen to explore the unexplored, to rediscover the forgotten and to take our beaters to less crowdy extents of the mighty sahyadris.

last year we had explored Kothaligad to nakhinda, the kawlya ghat.

This year we are going to take you people to an unexplored jungle trail. we will be walking for hours on a plateau fully covered with dense jungle. 

This jungle trail is for those who 
love to explore new places, 
who is keen in flora and fauna, 
who enjoys wild life photography. 
If you have it in your blood,
Come join us for a Jungle trail starting from Peth till Kalakarai.
28th July 2013


Possible sightings





















Meeting point : 07.30 am at Karjat station on plat form no1 at CST side exit at the end of the platform.

07.30 am : Start for base village

09.00am : Introduction , Breakfast,  Start the trek
10.30 am : Reach Pethechi Wadhi, Strat the trail from here
12.30 pm : Lunch Break, 
02.30 pm : Reach Kalkarai Village
03.00 pm : Start Descending
05.00 pm : Reach The Base Village
06.00 pm : Proceed to Karjat
09.30 pm : Back To Mumbai - Pune


Contribution

Rs 500/- per person

Which Includes
Transportation from Karjat to Karjat
1 Break Fasts + 1 Evening tea and expertise



For registration kindly transfer rs 500 per head in the following A/c



Bank : Union Bank Of India

Account No 369102010801696
Branch: Juhu Tara Mumbai
In the Name of  Ms Priti P Patel
A/c Type : Savings a/c
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 as we will be trekking through dense forest. Provies better protection from insects and scratchs.

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


Identity Proof

Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Change of cloths
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories



Registration or queries: 

Priti : 9987990300
Rajas : 9773800208


Regards,

Team OffBeat Sahyadri

Tuesday, 9 July 2013

OffBeat Sahyadri : Hang Out With Herps Wildlife excursion at Amboli on 9-10-11th of August 2013

OffBeat Sahyadri Invite you all to
“Hang Out With Herps” Wildlife excursion at Amboli on 9-10-11th of August 2013

Dates: 9th - 11th August

Group size: Min 10 & max 20
















































Expertise: Mr Nikhil Bhopale (Need a Pic of yours)
Mr Nikhil Bhopaleis a renowned Ornithologist and herpetologist with interest in wildlife Photography. He has worked on several research project of BNHS for more than four years and has introduced many new wildlife destinations  over there. To his credits he has scientific papers published in internationally renowned journals.

He is co author of the birding field guide “Birds of the Indian Subcontinent – A Field Guide(Link)”
Oxford University Press & Bombay Natural History Society
July 30, 2011

He conducts Nature trails at Amboli regularly and has studied ecology over there.










Last Years Photos :

https://www.facebook.com/shreede2005/media_set?set=a.4189291527245.172109.1133286357&type=3

Tentative itinerary-
9th Aug - Reach Amboli by 9/10 am.
Breakfast. Freshen-up.
Introductory session and interaction/slideshow or a short  Nature walk.
Lunch.
Nature Walk to Chaukul Road.
10th Aug - Morning Nature walk to Mahadev Gad.
Lunch.
Late afternoon Naure walk to Forest Nursery and Parikshit Point.
Night Trail.
Dinner.
11th Aug - Morning Nature walk to Chaukul Road.
Lunch.
Camp ends.



Cost: Twin sharing          -   Rs. 5550/-
        Triple sharing        -   Rs. 4750/-
        Quadruple sharing -   Rs. 4350/-

Includes: accommodation at Hotel Sayali, all veg meals from breakfast on 9th August till lunch on 11th August and Wild Life and Photography expertise

Excludes: Participants need to arrange their travel from Mumbai - Amboli and back or can be arrange at
                 extra cost
Please note: Amboli is easily approachable from Sawantwadi (30 km). State transport buses run frequently.  Any Volvo bus for Goa stops at Sawantwadi Bus Stand. We can arrange your travel at extra cost if booked well in advance.

Contact for Group Booking.




For registration kindly transfer Rs 2000/-  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
A/c Type : Savings A/c

Registration or queries:
Priti Patel :  9987990300
Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503
Zeenat  : 9860636757

Regards
Team OffBeat Sahyadri