VRangers Adventure trek to Sandhan Valley on 24th Ngt-25-26th Dec 2010.

     VRangers Adventure trek to Sandhan Valley & Karoli Ghat.

 Sandhan is a “Heart of Sahyadri” located in very remote part. This beautiful place situated in the Western Ghats Amidst the water carved valley of 50-150 feet deep and about 2-3 KM long. Both the places beautiful but Challenging also. Here we can Experience the heart throbbing crossing of 4 to 6 ft deep water pool in the way of 200 meter walk on the rock floored water carved valley. Also you will get chance to Rappel down four small patches (max hgt. 45 ft) to reach the base of Sandhan Valley.

 

Trek: Sandhan Valley - 24th Ngt-25th-26th Dec 2010.
Base Village: Samrad via Shendi.
Region: Ghatghar – Bhandardara Region.
Duration: Two nights & Two days.
Difficulty: Medium.
Age limit: 18 to 50 years.
Last Date for Registration: - 22nd Dec 10 till 4 PM.
 

Cost: - 750 Rs includes
--Kasara to Samrad village Transport.
--Breakfast (sat-sun)/ 1 diner (Sat) – 1 Lunch(sun).
--Dhene to Asangaon Transport.
--Rappelling gears,expertise.

sandhan valley pics(captured on 1st may 2010) link
http://picasaweb.google.com/nileshkenga/SandhanValley#    

Trek Schedule:
Note: - Heart, blood pressure, diabetic patients as well as over weighted persons are not allowed.

24th Ngt Dec 2010 :-We will reach Kasara (Slow) by train.
Train Time:-
CST: 23.18        Byculla - 23.26        Dadar - 23.36
Kurla - 23.47     Ghatkopar - 23.53  Bhandup - 00.03
Mulund - 00.09  Thane - 00.14         Dombivli - 00.36
Kalyan - 00.45    Titwala - 1.00         Kasara 2.00.
From Kasara we have private Vehicle till Samrad village. Will reach approx by 6.00 am on 25th Dec.

25th Dec 2010 :- After refreshing will start the trek by 8.00 am with breakfast and will reach by 5.00 pm followed by a break and lunch in Gigantic Sandhan.
Will have night stay in open space with Diner (we all will cook).

26th Dec 2010 : -Early morning start to descend via Karoli Ghat with breakfast will complete karoli ghat.Then will reach to Dhene –Vorpadi (Near Shahapur). From here will reach asangon till 5.00 pm

Payment Details:-
For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 300/-(non Refundable) in the following account number.
DIPENDRA MURLIDHAR MHATRE.
BANK: STATE BANK OF INDIA.
AC/ NO.: 30148750939.
BRANCH: SPL P.B.B.,
MUMBAI (SBIN0004205).
After transaction plz do sms to Sarita Mhatre on 98928 57368.
(No Last time entry's Entertained).

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek: (Don’t Miss any)
1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has Hands free while trekking.
2. A bottle of water (3 Ltrs).
3. Lunch for Saturday.
4. Electoral / Energy powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional).
5. Torch with extra batteries, Dish/Plate, Glass/Tea cup, Bowl, and Spoon, bedding, while crossing Kitos / Comfortable Slippers / Sandals (All things Compulsory).
6. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, mosquito’s repellant
7. A good trekking shoes, wind cheater/ A Sweater/ Jacket.
8. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewellry (at own risk)

Rules & Regulation of "VRangers"
(Please Read Before coming to VRangers Activity).
http://vrangerstreks.blogspot.com/2010/09/rules-and-regulation-of-vrangers.html

For Reg. & more details, contact Our Rangers

Sudhir 98212 18771.
Shekhar 98192 43836.
Dipendra 99674 35673.

plz do sms if call not received.

Cheerrrsss!!! 

VRangers Trek to Dhak-Bahiri Caves on 18th Ngt - 19th Dec 2010.

“As this trek is called as toughest trek in Sahyadri and famous for its Rock climbing patches"
Hi friends, this is one of the difficult trek in Sahyadris. But the safety points are taken care of with well use of ropes.

Dhak-Bahiri Trek - VRangers

So those who haven't visited the place due to the fear of this toughness, have a good opportunity to visit it with VRangers.

Type: Hill forts.
Fort Range: Karjat.
District: Raigad.
Grade: Hard.
Fort Height: 2700 ft.
Max Participation :- 25 Rangers.

Registration Last Date: - 17^th Dec 2010.

Cost: - 350 Rs/-

Some Snap Links: -

http://picasaweb.google.com/amogh125/DhakBahiri# .

http://picasaweb.google.com/manishst/DhakBahiri# .
http://picasaweb.google.com/deveshbpande/DhakChaBahiri# .

Traveling and meeting point:- We will start our journey on 18^th ngt. Those who are coming from Dadar,CST, kalyan check given time table.

We will reach Lonavala by 11 pm. We need to catch another train from Lonavala to Kamshet. From Kamshet we have Private Vehicle till Jambivali. We will reach at base by 12.45 am. Then will have halt in Jambhhivali. With the breakfast will start trek by 7.15 am and by covering the tough patch of Bahiri cave till 10.30 am. will start descend by 12.15 pm and will reach till 2.15 pm to Jambhivali.with lunch will back to lonavla by 4.00pm. The returning time will be nearly 8.30 pm in the evening to thane.

(Note:-Every one will get their own ticket till Lonavala. You may see long queues for tickets. So get to the station considering these timings.)

Those who are coming from Pune they can meet us directly at Kamsheth by 11.oo pm on 18^th ngt Dec 2010. For further query plz contact to leads.

The charges for the trek are Rs. 350/- per head;
which includes traveling from Lonavala station and back till Kamsheth, breakfast,Lunch, refreshment.

Payment Details:-
For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 200/-(non Refundable) in the following account number.
DIPENDRA MURLIDHAR MHATRE.
BANK: STATE BANK OF INDIA.
AC/ NO.: 30148750939.
BRANCH: SPL P.B.B.,
MUMBAI (SBIN0004205).
After transaction plz do sms to Sarita Mhatre on 98928 57368.
(No Last time entry's Entertained.)

Train Time table: - CST Term. (Mahalaxmi Exp)

CST:-8.20 pm        Dadar:-8.30 pm   Thane:-8.55pm
Kalyan:-9.20 pm  Karjat:-22.15 pm Lonavla:-11.00 pm

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek:

1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has
hands free while trekking.

2. A bottle of water (3 Ltrs).

3. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)

4. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional).

5. Torch with extra batteries.

6. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, mosquito’s cream.

7. A good trekking shoes, Woolen Jacket/ Cloths, Sleeping Mat etc.

VRangers Rules & Regulation:-
http://vrangerstreks.blogspot.com/2010/09/rules-and-regulation-of-vrangers.html .

For Reg. & more details, contact Our "Rangers"
Sudhir 97028 78447 / 98212 18771.
Ananda 98922 19155.

Machhindra 99679 95993 / 97699 96929.

plz do sms if call not received.

Cheerrrsss!!!

VRangers trek to Mahuli on 5th Dec 2010.

The mountain with many pinnacles is known as Mahuli. Mahuli is divided into three parts – northern one is Palasgad, Mahuli in the middle and Bhandargad on the southern end.

Type: Hill forts
Height: 2815 ft
Grade: Easy
Cost: 140/- Rs.
Max. Participation: 25 ppl .

Last Date for Registration: - 3rd Dec 10 .

Mahuli Fort-VRangers

History :-
The creator of this fort is unknown. In 1485 this place came under rule of Malik Ahmed who was the founder of Nijamshahi. When Shahaji Raje became the secretary of Nijamshahi, Adilshahi and Mughals of Delhi together tried to end Nijamshahi. In the year 1635-36, in difficult circumstances Shahaji Raje transferred himself with Jijabai and Shivaji to Mahuli. Khan Jaman, son of Mahabat Khan beleaguered this fort. Shahaji Raje asked for help to Portuguese. They refused and Shahaji Raje surrendered himself. Shivaji took this fort from Mughals on 8 Jan 1658. In 1661 it was given back and was won again by Shivrai. In treaty of Purandar, in 1665, Marathas lost these forts again. The Moghal sardar Manohardas Gaud was the in charge of this fort. He did much construction on the fort. In Feb 1670, Shivaji Maharaj tried to conquer Mahuli, but failed. Thousand of Marathas were killed by Moghals. It was a bad blow to Marathas. Even after this victory, Manohardas Gaud, the chief of the fort gave up his position and a new chief Alveerdi Beg was appointed. On 16 June 1670, after two months, Moropant Pingle conquered the forts and Mahuli, Bhandargad and Palasgad became part of Swarajya.

Trek Schedule:
Train time table is given below.People interested should get into this local (2nd last compartment). From Asangaon we will catch S.T./Rickshwa to Mahuli village.
The charges of the trek includes breakfast, traveling from Asangaon to Asangaon and refreshment.

Train Times:- (Kasara Slow Train)
CST 5.01 am        Byculla 5.08am            Dadar 5.17 am
Kurla 5.28 am      Vidhyavihar 5.31am    Kanjur 5.42 am
Thane 5.54 am     Dombivali 6.16 am      Kalyan 6.25 am
Titwala 6.41 am    Asangaon 7.04 am.

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek:

1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has
hands free while trekking.

2. A bottle of water (3 Ltrs).

3. Lunch for the Day (compulsory).

4. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)

5. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits.

6. Torch with extra batteries, Old Newspapers (compulsory).

7. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, Mosquito’s cream.

8. A good trekking shoes, wind cheater.

Some Snaps Of Mahuli :
http://picasaweb.google.com/manishst/Mahuli (By Manish)
http://picasaweb.google.com/santy0058/MahuliTrek (By Sangeeta)

VRangers Rules & Regulation :-
http://vrangerstreks.blogspot.com/2010/09/rules-and-regulation-of-vrangers.html .

For Reg. & more details, contact our "Rangers”
 Deependra 99674 35673.
 Sarita   98928 57368.

Ananda 98922 19155.

Plz do sms if call not received with u r name and mail-id.
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Ratan gad trek with VRangers on 27th Ngt – 28th Nov 2010.

 

With the sudden change in climate as a boon, VRangers gladly announce a  trek to a very picturesque place called Ratangad.

Fort Type: Hill

Maximum Height: 4255 ft.

Region: Igatpuri Region, Ratanwadi Village Ahmednagar District.

Difficulty: Medium

Time to reach the top: 3 hrs.

Cost: -500 Rs.

Last Date for Registration: - 25th Nov 10 till 4 PM.

Max Paricipation Size:-25 ppl.

Histroy :-

The fort is origin for the river Pravara / Amrutvahini . The Bhandardara dam is built on this river. Ratangad has a natural rock peak with a cavity in it at the top which is called 'Nedhe' or  'Eye of the Needle'; formed by natural erosion, it is big enough to accommodate a group  Of ten people and the view of the entire region from here is absolutely amazing. Ratangad was captured by Chhatrapati Shivaji Raje Bhosle and was one of his favorites. The base village Ratanwadi has a beautiful Amruteshwar temple which is famous for its carvings. 

 Ratangad     Amruteshwar Temple       Nedhe

 The entry to the fort is through two ladders. The ladders are in poor shape. One of them has the railing of a complete side hanging, while the other has no railings for the last 5 rungs. Besides they are supported by apparently flimsy supports. And another entrance of the fort is called Tryambak darwaza, this is Main Entrance. The steep way down from the Tryambak darwaza are little risky. A chor darwaza ("Secret entrance") the fort lies below the walls. A water tank on top of the mountain. Ratangad had one of the largest rain water catchment areas for its day.

Trek Schedule :-

We will reach kasara by train (Train Time given below).

Transportation by private vehicle from kasara to kasara. By 5.00 am will reach Ratanwadi - Base village.Will start the trek by 7.30 am after breakfast and will reach by 11 am followed by a break and lunch.Will start descending by 1.00 and will be back by 3.30 pm to base village Ratanwadi.

and then Thane by 8 pm.
Cost includes traveling from Kasara To Kasara by private vehicle , Morning Breakfast etc....

Payment details :-

For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 300/-(non Refundable) in the following account number.
DIPENDRA MURLIDHAR MHATRE.
BANK: STATE BANK OF INDIA.
AC/ NO.: 30148750939.
BRANCH: SPL P.B.B.,
MUMBAI (SBIN0004205).
After transaction plz do SMS to Sarita Mhatre on 98928 57368.

Train Time Table :- 

We need to catch Kasara Slow train.

Mumbai CST: 23.18 (27st night)  Byculla - 23.27  Parel - 23.34  
Dadar - 23.37       Kurla - 23.48   Ghatkopar - 23.54  Bhandup - 00.04  
Mulund - 00.10   Thane - 00.14   Kalwa - 00.18     Dombivli - 00.36  
Kalyan - 00.45   Titwala - 1.02    Kasara - 2.01 .

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek : 

1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has Hands free while trekking.

2. A bottle of water (3 Ltrs).

3. Lunch for Sunday.

4. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)

5. Electoral / Energy powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional).

6. Torch with extra batteries.

7. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, mosquito’s repellent

8. A good trekking shoes, wind cheater.

VRangers Rules & Regulation :-

http://vrangerstreks.blogspot.com/2010/09/rules-and-regulation-of-vrangers.html .

For Reg. & more details, contact Our "Rangers"

Ananda  98922 19155.

 Sudhir   97028 78447 / 98212 18771.

Shekhar 98192 43836.

plz do sms if call not received.

Cheerrrsss!!!

VRangers Trek to Padar Gad on 13thngt-14th Nov 10.

Dear friends, “VRangers” has arranged trek to 

Padar Gad (located in Bhimashankar range) on 13th Ngt - 14th Nov 2010. 
Height: - 2202 ft.
Grade: - Medium.
Cost: - 200 Rs.
 
Trek Schedule :-
We will arrive at Karjat @ 1.10 am and from there we will go towards Khandas Village by private vehicle and reach by 2.30 am.

VRangers Padar Gad Trek

We will start our trek from here and within half hour will reach our first halt i.e. Ganesh Temple. Here we will stay for 1-2 hrs app, will have breakfast in the morning and by 7.30 am we will ascend towards Padar Gad.
 

Will reach Padar Gad by 11.00 am, with Lunch explore the place and start to descend by 1.30 pm.We will be back to Khandas village by 3 pm.

Cost includes travelling from Karjat to Karjat , breakfast and Expertise Charges etc.

Max Participation size: - 25 ppl.
Last date to confirm: - 11 th Nov 2010. 

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek :

1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has
hands free while trekking.

Padar Gad Fort

2. A bottle of water (3 Ltrs compulsory).

3. Lunch for the Day (compulsory).

4. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)

5. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits.

6. Torch with extra batteries, Old Newspapers, Shawl or bed sheet (compulsory).

7. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, Mosquito’s cream.

8. A good trekking shoes.

Train Timings : ( Karjat Slow Train )

Cst: 10.38 pm
byculla 10.47 pm
Dadar: 10.57 pm
Kurla: 11.09 pm
Ghatkopar: 11.14 pm
Kanjur: 11.22 pm
Thane: 11.36 pm
Dombivali: 12.01 am
Kalyan: 12.09 am
Badlapur 12.31 am
Karjat 1.10 am

Some Links of Padar gad trek :-

http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/solarisonya/Padargad# .

http://picasaweb.google.co.in/dipen257/Padargad# .

http://picasaweb.google.co.in/amogh125/PadarGad# .

Rules & Regulation of "VRangers":-
http://vrangerstreks.blogspot.com/2010/09/rules-and-regulation-of-vrangers.html

For Reg. & more details, contact Our "Rangers"
Dipendra 99674 35673.

Sudhir 98212 18771 / 97028 78447.

Ananda 98922 19155.

Plz do sms if call not received with u r name and mail-id.
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Cheerrrsss!!! 

VRangers Invites u all for Dasra Pooja on 17th oct 2010.

Hi Rangers,

VRangers Invites u all for Dasra Pooja on 17th oct 2010.

As u all know we always have get together on this occasion, so even this year we will meet and do pooja of equipments which we used for Adventure Activity.

 

Meeting Point:- Kalwa (At Raj Khatu place)

Time :- 2.45 pm to 5.30 pm.

Regards,
VRangers Trekking & Adventure Club.

Contacts:-
Sudhir: 98212 18771 / 90295 61536.
Raj Khatu: 9892985358.
Ananda: 98922 19155.

VRangers Trek To Bhorapgad / Sudhagad on 24th Oct 2010!

Trek: Sudhagad Trek on 24th Oct 2010..

Height: 2000 ft app.

Grade: Easy.

Type: Hill Fort.

Cost: Rs. 400/- .

History:
Sudhagad is a hill fort situated in Maharashtra. Sudhagad is one of the ancient forts in Sahyadri. It was the glory of Bhor state. Initially, Sudhagad was called as ‘Bhorapgad’. During empire of Shivaji Maharaj this fort was named as Sudhagad. Sudhagad is a huge fort. It is called as the replica of Raigad.

VRangers Sudhagad

 The perimeter of this fort is quite big. There are many lakes on the fort. There is a palace of Pant Sachiv on the fort, where 50 people can stay comfortably. Also there is a temple of Bhorai Devi, where 25-30 persons can be accommodated. Different kind of medicinal plants and trees can be seen in the surrounding forest.

Fascinating Places :-
1)Bhoreshwar temple
2)Pachchapur Darwaaja
3)Takmak Tok of Sudhagad
4)Dindi Darwaaja

Trek Schedule:-
We have arranged Private Transport till Base village of Sudhagad i.e. Thakur wadi.
Will be starting our journey in the morning on 24th Oct 2010 at 5.15am from Dadar Swami Narayan Mandir.
Pick up points:
Dadar : 5.15 am
Panvel : 6.10 am.
The charges for this trek is Rs 400/- each, Which includes traveling from Dadar to Dadar , Breakfast, tea, refreshment etc.

Payment details:-For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 300/-(non Refundable) in the following account number.
DIPENDRA MURLIDHAR MHATRE.
BANK: STATE BANK OF INDIA.
AC/ NO.: 30148750939.
BRANCH: SPL P.B.B., MUMBAI (SBIN0004205).
After transaction plz do sms to Sarita Mhatre on 98928 57368.

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek :-
1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has hands free while trekking.
2. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk).
3. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional).
4. Torch with extra batteries.
5. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution.
6. a good trekking shoes, wind cheater.
7. Compulsory items: 3 ltrs water bottle, Lunch for the Day.

Snaps of Sudhagad trek :-
http://picasaweb.google.com/manishst/Sudhagad

For Reg. & more details, Contact Our "Rangers"

Shekhar: 98192 43836. Sudhir: 98212 18771 / 90295 61536. Ananda: 98922 19155.

Plz send confirmation sms if call is not received.

Cheerrrss!!!!

VRangers Rafting + Kayaking + Flying Fox+ River Crossing at kolad on 10th Oct 2010

Location - Kundalika River, Kolad
Date - 10 th Oct 2010
Group Size - 15 participant per batch
Rafting distance - 12 km
Total rapids - 11
Grade - 4
Body surfing - 2 km
Thrilling experience - 2 hours.
Last Date for Registration :- 29th sep 2010 till 4 PM.
Cost : 2100/-
It includes Rafting + Kayaking + Flying Fox+ River Crossing+ Lunch
& Transportation from Dadar 2 Dadar by Private Vehicle.

Payment details :-
For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 1200/-(non Refundable) in the following account number.
DIPENDRA MURLIDHAR MHATRE.
BANK: STATE BANK OF INDIA.
AC/ NO.: 30148750939.
BRANCH: SPL P.B.B.,
MUMBAI (SBIN0004205).
After transaction plz do sms to Sarita Mhatre on 98928 57368.

For Reg. & more details, contact Our Ranger
Machhindra 99679 95993
Sudhir 98212 18771
Ananda 98922 19155
plz do sms if call not received.
Cheerrrsss!!!

Pics:
http://cid-a04d80775e3a9f88.skydrive.live.com/browse.aspx/Kundalika

Rafting is a challenging recreational activity utilizing a raft to navigate a river or other bodies of water. This is usually done on whitewater or different degrees of rough water, in order to thrill and excite the raft passengers

Kayaking is the use of a kayak for moving across water. A kayak is a small human-powered boat.

River Crossing is adventure activity where participant cross the river with the help of Equipments and Ropes tied at both the ends of the river.

Flying Fox is adventure activity where the participant does an aerial rope slide using a pulley suspended on a cable mounted on an incline. It is designed to enable a user propelled by gravity to traverse from the top to the bottom across the inclined cable.

Things To Carry :-
T-Shirts, shorts and floaters for rafting.
A change of dry clothes and a towel.
A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) (a must).
Rain cheater (Optional).
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional).
Pls possibly avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection).
A haversack to put all these things.

Safety :-
* This is a very safe game.
* Best quality life jackets and helmets will be provided.
* Swimming skills - No need to worry there.
* Age limit: strictly above 15 yrs.
* Previous experience - Not necessary.

VRangers Waterfall Rappelling At Vardha on 26th Sept 2010

VRangers is arranging rappelling at the most classiest of waterfall, the place where only VRangers have dared to successfully experiment 270 feet approx waterfall rappelling! Waterfall Rappelling Also technically known as canyoning & canyoneering are more often associated with technical descents those that require rappels (abseils) and rope work, down-climbing. An adventure sport, where you walk down a cliff amidst the gushing waterfall.

Vardha Waterfall - 270ft

Activity: Waterfall Rappelling on 26th Sept2010.

Waterfall :Vardha Waterfall.
 

Region: Panvel-Roha.

Height: 270 ft approx. 

Cost: Rs. 800/-.

Max Participation: 22 ppl.

Last Reg Date: 22nd Sept 2010.

Snaps Of Vardha Waterfall Rappelling :

http://picasaweb.google.com/santoor0058/VRangersVardaWaterfallRappelling#
 

http://picasaweb.google.com/Raayynna/RappellingAtVardhaWaterfall#

Trek Schedule:
We have arranged Private Transport till Base village of Vardha Watrefall.Will be starting our journey at night of 25th Sept 2010 from Dadar.
Pick up points:
Dadar : 11.30 pm
Panvel : 12.30 am.
Will be reaching Vardha by 4.00 am in the morning. Will have breakfast by 6.30 am and start for Vardha waterfall by small trek, will be reaching by 8.00 am. After a short round of introduction and brief information about the equipment used in rappelling, we will start the activity and will finish by 4.00 pm(Depending on Weather Condition ).
Will be travelling back to Panvel by 9.00 pm in the evening.
According to first come first reserve policy Rangers will get chance to rappel. For Rangers coming by Private vehicle Charges will be same.
Cost includes Traveling from Dadar to Dadar, Breakfast and Equipment/Expertise Charges.
Payment details :-
For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 500/-(which is non Refundable) in the following account number.
DIPENDRA MURLIDHAR MHATRE.
BANK: STATE BANK OF INDIA.
AC/ NO.: 30148750939.
BRANCH: SPL P.B.B.,
MUMBAI (SBIN0004205).
After transaction plz do sms to Sarita Mhatre on 98928 57368.

Kindly note that registrations made after 22/09/2010 WILL NOT be

entertained at any cost. Maximum participation of 22 people will not be exceeded

Things to Carry:

1. Sack proportionate to your body. It should neither be too big nor be
too small to carry your necessary things.

2. A bottle of water (2.0 Ltr Compulsory).

3. Lunch for the day & Some Snacks (Compulsory).

4. Avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.

5. Camera(Optional)

6. Scarf for Ladies is a MUST while rappelling.

Rules & Regulation of "VRangers"
(Please Read Before coming to VRangers Activity).
http://vrangerstreks.blogspot.com/2010/09/rules-and-regulation-of-vrangers.html

For Reg. & more details, contact Our "Rangers"
Ananda 98922 19155.
Nilesh 98197 75119.
Sudhir 98212 18771.

Rules & Regulation With Declaration OF VRangers Adventure and Trekking

Rules & Regulation With Declaration:

Safety is our prime concern and we don't make compromises for the same.

A  Few rules that all participants must follow:

1. Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.

2. Do not disturb the flora and fauna. No making pretty bouquets of grabbed flowers and blooms.

3. No feeding and intimidating birds and other animals.

4. Do not destroy/ write on archaeological or historical monuments.

5. Alcohol consumption, Smoking cigarette/ beedi, chewing tobacco strictly not be    permitted during the event. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it  will be expelled from the trek. No REFUND will be provided.

6. The ‘Leader’s’ decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be    entertained.

7. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.

8. In case of any injury, sickness, accident, death, Bike accident or any other casualty or loss or damage of valuables or luggage or any equipment; VRangers, it’s instructors, organizers, volunteers or any other person involved wholly or partially, either individually or jointly, shall not be responsible in any manner for the same and no claims (any kind) of the participants, parents, guardians, relatives or friends of participants will be entertained.

9. It is of utmost importance that all participants stick together in the group, in the event of any ‘deviation’ by the participant without the consent of the ‘Trek Leader’, he/she/they will be considered as ‘Independent/s’ and will no longer be considered as a part of the group. VRangers reserves the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. No arguments or refunds will be entertained. Event charges are not included any kind of insurances.

10. You need to register with us before coming to the trek as we will be having your database in case of emergency.

11. Participant below 16 yrs of age will only be allowed for trek/activity with his/her parents/guardian.

12. While Bike ride/driving any kind of police matter will be handled by the rider & his pillion itself. Bikers should carry their License, Bike legal paper, PUC, Helmet, Needed accessories to repair etc.

13. Adventure activity is arranged considering normal weather. In case of occurrence of any natural calamities, if event is cancelled, in such circumstances NO REFUND will be provided.

If you are having any kind of doubt with rules – regulation & Declaration please don’t participate in our events.

VRangers One day trek to Lohgad on 22 Aug 2010.

Trek: Lohgad

Region: Lonavla.

Height: 3400 ft

Grade: Easy.

Type: Hill Fort.

Cost: Rs. 150/- .

LohGad Fort View

History :- 

Lohagad (literally "Iron fort" in Marathi) is one of the many hill forts of Chatrapati Shivaji. It divides the basins of the Indrayani and Pavna and is situated on a side range of the Sahyadris. The Visapur fort is located on its eastern side. The four large gates of Lohagad are still in good condition and reasonably intact. Historical records show that in the later Peshwa period, Nana Phadnavis (1742-1800 AD) built several structures in the fort such as a big tank and a step-well (bawali). 

 On the west side, there is a long and narrow wall-like fortified spur called Vinchukata (Marathi for Scorpion's tail) because of shape.Lohagad has a long history with several dynasties occupying it at different periods of time: Satavahanas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Yadavas, Bahamanis, Nizamshahis, Mughals and Marathas. Shivaji captured it in 1648 CE, but he was forced to surrender it to the Mughals in 1665 CE by the Treaty of Purandar. Shivaji recaptured the fort in 1670 CE and used it for keeping his treasury.

Trek Schedule:-

The journey starts with the Indrayani express which is from thane station at 6.10 am.

People interested should reach thane station near platform no.1 (ticket counter) till 5.50 am, with a single journey ticket to Malavli or Lonavla. (Plz get your respected stations at least half an hour earlier, as there might be a long queue for the tickets).

 The charges for this trek is Rs 150/- each, Which includes traveling from lonavala till back to Mumbai, Breakfast, tea, refreshment etc.

Train Timings:- Indrayani Express

Dadar – 5.51 am

Thane – 6.14 am

Kalyan – 6.35 am

Lonavla – 8.00 am

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek :-

1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has hands free while trekking.

2. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk).

3. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional).

4. Torch with extra batteries.

5. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution.

6. A good trekking shoes, wind cheater.

7. Compulsory: 2 ltrs water bottle, Lunch For The Day..

Snaps Lohgad trek:

 http://picasaweb.google.co.in/santy0058/LohagadVisapurFortTrek#    

http://picasaweb.google.com/santoor0058/LohgadWithVRangers#  

For Reg. & more details, contact Our "Rangers"

Shekhar:98192 43836.

Divya: 98674 41360.

Sudhir: 98212 18771 / 90295 61536.

plz send confirmation sms if call is not received .

Cheerrrss!!!!

VRangers Waterfall Rappelling on 29th Aug 2010.

Waterfall Rappelling Also technically known as canyoning and canyoneering are more often associated with technical descents those that require rappels (abseils) and rope work, down-climbing.An adventure sport,where you walk down a cliff amidst the gushing waterfall.

Activity: Waterfall Rappelling on 29th Aug 2010.

Region: Kasara.

Height: 120 ft.

Cost: Rs. 350 /-

Max Participation: 50 ppl

Last Reg. Date: 26th Aug 2010.

Last YearSnaps : http://picasaweb.google.com/Raayynna/WaterfallRappellingAtVihigaonKasara# 

VRangers Waterfall Rappelling Snapshot

 ***IMPORTANT: Adventure activity is arranged considering normal weather. If waterfall flow increases due to heavy rains and finds it difficult, ‘Leader’s’ decision will be final and binding on all members.

Payment details :-
For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 200/-(which is non Refundable) in the following account number.

DIPENDRA MURLIDHAR MHATRE.

BANK: STATE BANK OF INDIA.

AC/ NO.: 30148750939.

BRANCH: SPL P.B.B.,

MUMBAI (SBIN0004205).

After transaction plz do sms to Dipendra on 99674 35673.

Trek Schedule :-

As on suggestions of Rangers we r doing some changes in our schedule.Now we r going in two batch format so it will be helpful for us.So register u r self batch wise. 
People interested should get into this local from there respective stations with Kasara Return ticket in Second last Compartment. from kasara we will reach the base village Vihi by Local Transport.

Details are as follows

Night batch: - Participation size 20 Rangers.

For Night Batch journey starts in the Night on 28th Aug 2010 with Kasara Slow Local according to given train times. Kasara Slow Local (N):    Cst: 11.15 pm               Bycalla: 11.25 pm           Dadar: 11.35   Kurla: 11.45                 Ghatkopar: 11.50             Bhandup: 12.01 am  Thane: 12.12 am      Dombivali: 12.33 am       Kalyan: 12.40   Titwala: 01.01 am         Kasara: 02.01 am

Morning batch: - Participation size 30 Rangers.

For Morning Batch journey starts in the Morning on 29th Aug 2010 with Kasara Slow Local according to given train times. Kasara Slow Local (N)

Cst: 5.01am                 Bycalla: 5.09 am           Dadar: 5.21 am

Kurla: 5.32am             Ghatkopar: 5.35am        Bhandup: 5.45am  Thane: 5.55am             Dombivali: 6.17am        Kalyan: 6.25am   Titwala: 6.40am           Kasara: 7.45 am

(Don’t miss this Trains)

The cost includes Breakfast/ Refreshment, traveling from Kasara to Kasara, Equipment-Expertise Charges.

Things To Carry:-

1. Sack proportionate to your body. It should neither be too big nor be too small to carry your necessary things. 2. A bottle of water(2.0 Ltr) 3. Lunch for the day & Some Snacks. 4. Avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments. 5. Camera(Optional). 6. Scarf for Ladies is a MUST while rappelling.

A Few rules that people should follow :-  

Safety is our prime concern and we don't make compromises for the same.  1. Alcohol will strictly not be permitted on the event. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the trek. No REFUND will be provided.
2. Smoking will only be permitted while we stop at a clearing, after consultation with the ‘Leader’ and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.
3. The ‘Leader’s’ decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
4. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
5. Please do not litter the jungle by chocolate/biscuit wrappers, please befriend nature. And Enjoy Beauty.
6. It is of utmost importance that all participants stick together in the group, in the event of any ‘deviation’ by the participant without the consent of the ‘Trek Leader’, he/she/they will be considered as ‘Independent/s’ and will no longer be considered as a part of the group.
In the event of any Mishap/Eventuality, VRangers & its Leaders will not be held responsible.
{Deviation: For E.g.: Participant decides to go sightseeing on his own, decides to stray away from the group, etc}
7. VRangers reserves the right to change/deviate/cancel the plans without prior notice. No arguments or refunds will be entertained. 

Please Note Registrations made only through calls will be considered as confirmations. For Reg. more details, contact Our “ Rangers ”     Sudhir B. 98212 18771.   Nilesh K. 9819775119. Ananda G. 98922 19155.

Cheerrrsss!!!!!