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Wednesday, 19 December 2012

Rappelling at Duke’s Nose on 20th January 2013




Rappelling at Duke’s Nose on 20th January 2013

Dear Beaters,

We invite you for an adventure activity,  Rappelling at Duke’s Nose on 20th January 2013.




 Trivia

     Location: Khandala.
     Region : Lonavla.
     Base Village : Kurwande.
     Grade: Medium
     Rappelling Height : 300 ft
     Cliff Height : 2506 ft

       Dukes Nose is a huge pinnacle which can easily seen while crossing lonavla khandala between Pune – Mumbai. It also called as Nagpani ( Cobra’s Hood ) , as The top of this cliff reflects the pointed hood of a SNAKE.  Popular with hikers , this cliff is believed to be a trekker’s paradise, which provide views of the downhill plains.  It is famous for rock climbing, valley crossing and  rappelling adventure activities. 

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.


The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Meeting point : Lonavla  Station 08.00 am on 20 January 2012 

Mumbai people can reach  Lonavala by Indrayanai Express by 8.00 am

Pune People can reach Lonavala by 6.30 train or sinhagad Express.

  • 09:00 am : Reach Base Village, breakfast , Instruction , Do’s and Don’t
  • 09:30 am : Start moving toward Duke’s Nose.
  • 10:30 am : Reach Duke’s Nose.
  • 10.35 am : Rappelling  will start as per registration , turn by turn. (as per registration order or situational )
  • Lunch in between
  • 05:30 pm : Departure to Mumbai
  • Reaching Mumbai by 09:30 – 10:30 pm tentatively.

Contribution
Rs 1000/- per head which includes
Travelling Charges from Lonavla  to Lonavla.
Breakfast .
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipments.

For registration 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.

Note :

1. Extra Rapel  - Rs. 800/-  only. But only if time permit.

Check List:
Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from forceful air.
Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Torch
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good covering footwear
Cap Camera Umbrella ( Optional)


Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration


Registration or queries:

Zeenat Sikilkar : 9850193039
Priti Patel : 9987990300
Rajas Deshpande : 9664782503

Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri

Friday, 14 December 2012

29th & 30th December 2012 , Paragliding at Kamshet with OffBeat Sahyadri


Paragliding at Kamshet on 29th December 2012 and 30th December 2012

Dear Beaters,

We invite you for an adventure activity, the Paragliding at Kamshet on 29th December 2012 and 30th December 2012.


Batch B : 29th December
Batch C : 30th  December


Trivia



  Location:Kamshet.
  Region : Lonavla.
  Base : Towerhill
 Grade: Medium




The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Meeting point : Kamshet  Station 08.30 am on same day of event 

Mumbai people can reach  Lonavala by Indrayanai Express by 8.00 am
Further they have to catch 8.20 am-Local from Lonavala for Kamshet.
  • 09:00 am : Reach Base Village, introduction, Instruction
       Breakfast
  • 10:30 am : start moving toward Tower Hill by Private Vehicle.
  • 11:00 am : Reach Tower Hill.
  • 11.15 am : Paragliding will start as per registration , turn by turn. (as per registration order or situational )
  • Lunch in between
  • 05:30 pm : Departure to Mumbai
  • Reaching Mumbai by 09:30 – 10:30 pm tentatively.

Contribution
Rs 2400/- per head which includes
Travelling Charges from Kamshet  to Kamshet.
Breakfast and evening refreshments.
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipments.

For registration transfer Rs 2400/- 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.

Note :
1. Hope you understand Paragliding is totally weather dependent activity and  We cannot guaranty you the glides. 
2. Refund  - If due to any technical incompatibility glide doesnt take place, We will refund you Rs. 2000/-  only.


Check List:
Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from forceful air.
Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Torch
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good covering footwear


Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration


Registration or queries:

Zeenat :  9850193039
Priti : 9869524260
Rajas : 9664782503


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri

Saturday, 8 December 2012

Sky Observation and Birding tour to Nandur Madhmeshwar bird sanctuary on 15th & 16th of December 2012



Sky Observation and Birding tour to Nandur Madhmeshwar bird sanctuary on 15th & 16th of December 2012

Deat OffBeaters ,
We invite you to a  Sky Observation and birding trail to Nandur Madhameshwar Bird  reserve 15th and 16th of Dec 2012.




Trivia
Place : Nandur Madhmeshwar Bird Santuary
Type : Birding nature trail : Sky Observation
Base Village : Near Nasik – Niphad


Birding

Paradise of the migratory birds Nandur Madhmeshwar Bird Sanctuary is located along the Nandur Madhmeshwar Dam. The dam offers overflowing lake and is surrounded by evergreen forest.

The Nandur Madhmeshwar sanctuary houses more than 220 species of birds, 400 species of vegetation24 species of fishes and several small mammals. The place has both resident as well as migratory birds.

The migratory birds found in this sanctuary are White Stork, Glossy Ibis, Spoonbills, Flamingo, Goose Brahminy Duck, Pintails, Cranes Shanks, Godwits, Weavers, etc.
The resident birds include Black Ibis, Spot Bills, Teals, Little Grebe, Cormorants, Egrets, Herons, Stork, Kites, Vultures etc.

 The major flora found in Nandur Madhmeshwar Bird Sanctuary includes Nandur Madhmeshwar Bird Sanctuary Babul, Tendu,nana, Salai, Khair, Khair, mango, Bamboo, Salaia, Hiwar, Dhawada, Bahada Moha, Bija, umbar, kalam, Teude, Tendu, Koshimb, Dhawda, and many more.

Sky Observation 

For sky observation one need a complete back sky, but the light scattering in the city hamper the star visibility. nandur madhameshwar would be the best place for sky observation as its far away from the disturbance of the city lights, hence we would be able to observe skies at its best.


The experts from the field will be providing lot of nice information about how to enjoy the night sky.Learn about the starts, constellations, planets, satellites, find a galaxy get close to them through the telescope.


The itinerary for the event is as given below.
Meeting Point : 4.00pm Mulund East on 15th december 2012 
09.00pm : reach Nandur, rest
10.00pm :  Start with the sky observation session
01.00am : retire for the day
06.30am : Breakfast, Introduction, Do's and Donts,
07.00am : start the trail
09.30am : Boating
11.30am : Visit Garden for Butterflies
01.00am : Return for Lunch, rest for some time
03.00pm : Second round for birding
05.00pm : Start return journey
09.30pm : Reach Mumbai tentatively.

Contribution
Rs 1600/- per person
Which Includes
Transportation from Mulund to Mulund
1 Break  + 1 Meals + 1 Evening refreshments
Sky Observation Expertise

For registration kindly transfer Rs 1600 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) at 
offbeatsahyadri@gmail.com

Note : Entry for first 15 Participants only.

Check list :
Identity Proof
Torch
Water 3 liters (must)
Proper Bedding (Sleeping Bag, Shawl or two bedsheets)
Change of cloths
Ready to eat snacks
Insect repellant
Binoculars
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good shoes
Other accessories

Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration :


Registration or queries:
Priti : 9987990300
Zeenat : 9850193039, 8983394613
Rajas : 9664782503


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri

Paragliding at Kamshet with OffBeat Sahyadri on 16th December 2012


Paragliding at Kamshet with OffBeat Sahyadri on 16th December 2012

Dear Beaters,

We invite you for an adventure activity, the Paragliding at Kamshet on 16th December 2012.





Trivia

  Location:Kamshet.
  Region : Lonavla.
  Base : Towerhill
 Grade: Medium

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Meeting point : Kamshet  Station 08.30 am on 16th December 2012

Mumbai people can reach  Lonavala by Indrayanai Express by 8.00 am
Further they have to catch 8.20 am-Local from Lonavala for Kamshet.
  • 09:00 am : Reach Base Village, introduction, Instruction
       Breakfast
  • 10:30 am : start moving toward Tower Hill by Private Vehicle.
  • 11:00 am : Reach Tower Hill.
  • 11.15 am : Paragliding will start as per registration , turn by turn. (as per registration order or situational )
  • Lunch in between
  • 05:30 pm : Departure to Mumbai
  • Reaching Mumbai by 09:30 – 10:30 pm tentatively.

Contribution
Rs 2400/- per head which includes
Travelling Charges from Kamshet  to Kamshet.
Breakfast and evening refreshments.
Event charges,
Expertise,
Equipments.

For registration transfer Rs 2400/- 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.

Note :
1. Hope you understand Paragliding is totally weather dependent activity and  We cannot guaranty you the glides. 
2. Refund  - If due to any technical incompatibility glide doesnt take place, We will refund you Rs. 2000/-  only.


Check List:
Please wear full covering cloths and shoes it provides better protection from forceful air.
Identity Proof  (must)
Water 2 liters (must)
Lunch for Sunday (must)
Torch
Ready to eat snacks
Personal medicines
Windcheater
Good covering footwear


Please go through Rules and Regulation before registration


Registration or queries:

Zeenat :  9850193039
Priti : 9869524260
Rajas : 9664782503


Regards,
Team OffBeat Sahyadri