Waterfall Rappelling At Kasara on 21st Aug 2011

As per Trek schedule VRangers is organizing Waterfall rappelling at Kasara on 21^st Aug 2011.

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 21^st Aug 2011.
Region: Kasara.
Height: 120 ft.
Cost: Rs. 400 /- .
Max Participation: 40 ppl.
Last Reg. Date: 17th Aug 2011.

Payment details :-
For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 400/-(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 transaction no.

Trek Schedule:
People interested should get into this local from their respective stations with Kasara Return ticket in Second last Compartment. From kasara we will reach the base village Vihi by Local Transport.
While registering plz mention Batch you desire to join. Preference for the batch selection will be given according to first come first basis. First batch 1  will do the rappling and then batch 2.

	Batch1 (20 participants)	Batch2 (20 participants)
	Kasara Slow Local(N)	Kasara fast Local(N)
Mumbai CST	5.00 am	7.01 am
Byculla	5.07 am	7.08 am
Dadar	5.17 am	7.15 am
Kurla	5.28 am	7.23 am
Ghatkopar	5.34 am	7.28 am
Bhandup	5.44 am	-
Thane	5.54 am	7.43 am
Dombivali	6.16 am	7.55 am
Kalyan	6.24 am	8.04 am
Titwala	6.39 am	8.19 am
Kasara	7.46 am	9.26 am

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

Snapshot Of VRangers Waterfall Rappelling:-

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

http://picasaweb.google.co.in/manishst/VihiWaterfall#

http://picasaweb.google.com/dipen257/BalwantgadWaterfallRappellingVihiKasara#

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 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.

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

For Reg. & more details, contact Our “ Rangers ”

Nilesh  9819775119.

Sudhir  97028 78447.

plz do sms if call not received.

Cheerrrsss...!!!

Waterfall Rappelling At Kasara on 20th Aug 2011

As per Trek schedule VRangers is organizing Waterfall rappelling at Kasara on 20th Aug 2011.

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 20^th Aug 2011.
Region: Kasara.
Height: 120 ft.
Max Participation: 30 ppl.Trek Schedule:
People interested should get into this local from their respective stations with Kasara Return ticket in Second last Compartment. From kasara we will reach the base village Vihi by Local Transport.

	Kasara Slow Local(N)
Mumbai CST	5.00 am
Byculla	5.07 am
Dadar	5.17 am
Kurla	5.28 am
Ghatkopar	5.34 am
Bhandup	5.44 am
Thane	5.54 am
Dombivali	6.16 am
Kalyan	6.24 am
Titwala	6.39 am
Kasara	7.46 am

Snapshot Of VRangers Waterfall Rappelling:-

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

http://picasaweb.google.co.in/manishst/VihiWaterfall#

http://picasaweb.google.com/dipen257/BalwantgadWaterfallRappellingVihiKasara#

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 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.

VRangers Rules & Regulation:http://vrangerstreks.blogspot.com/2010/09/rules-and-regulation-of-vrangers.html .
For Reg. & more details, contact Our “ Ranger ”

Ananda 9892219155.
Nilesh 9819775119.

plz do sms if call not received.
Cheerrrsss...!!!

Event Booked.

So Registration Closed For 20^th Aug 2011.

Sagargad trek with VRangers on 7th Aug 2011

The spur on which Sagargad fort is built holds a somewhat central position in the range of hills that forms the backbone of Alibag. this fort is also known as "Khed Durg".

Sagargad was perhaps never a place of consequence except under the Angres. It is mentioned in 1713 as one of sixteen fortified posts that were given to Kanhoji Angre by Pesva Balaji Visvanath.

This fort can be seen from the alibagh-pen road and is identified by the vanartok pinnacle which stand adjutant to the fort.

Trek: Sagargad Trek on 7th Aug 2011.
Region: raigad .
Height: 1357 ft .(appx)
Grade: Easy
Type: Hill Fort
Cost: Rs. 500/- .

Last Date for Reg:-2^nd Aug 2011 by 6.00 pm.

Meeting point:

Dadar (E) Near swami narayan mandir at 5.45am

Trek Schedule:

Our journey will start from dadar by private vehicle.  From here will reach to the base village Khandale.

The cost of the trek includes breakfast, travelling from DADAR to DADAR by private vehicle and refreshment.

Fascinating spots:

The fort has two main attractions. One is a cave which is named as Saptarshi cave. Another is a waterfall named Dhondane and having height approx 300 ft.

Main entrance is on the Northern side and has two bastions around it. Sagargad has a small water tank on the western side. It provides beautiful views of mid Konkan ranges in the east in which one can see Manikgad, Karnala, Mirya Dongar and Mirgad. On the western side it provides views of Arabian Sea and sea coast around Revdanda. Towards north one can see Dharamtar creek. On the southern side there is pinnacle called Vanarlingi. There is also a citadel on the highest point and it is covered by wall and 5 bastions. On the southern end of citadel there is one water tank which is all silted now and has a small temple and stone lamp post.

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 / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional).
6. Torch with extra batteries (Compulsory).
7. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, mosquito’s cream.
8. A good trekking shoes, wind cheater.

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 transaction no. to Sarita on 9892857368.

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

For Reg. & more details, contact Our "Ranger"
Shekhar 98192 43836
Ananda 98922 19155 .

Plz do sms if call not received.

Cheerrrsss!!!

Chanderi trek with VRangers on 31st July 2011

 

Although worth mentioning as the jewel in the crown of forts in the district of Raigad, there is no significant history attached to this fort. Near the caves on the fort are visible some remnants of fortification. This is the only sign to designate Chanderi as a fort.

Chanderi is famous for water streams and its difficult route.

 Trek: Chanderi Trek on 31st July 2011.
Region: Karjat .
Height: 2330 ft .
Grade: Hard (Experience Required)
Type: Hill Fort
Cost: Rs. 150/- .

Last Date for Reg:-25th July 2011 by 6.00 pm.

Trek Schedule:
The journey starts with the karjat local according to given train times. People interested should get into this local, and gather at Vangani station. Here onwards we will reach the base village of Chanderi by auto/jeep and start trekking from there.
The cost of the trek includes breakfast, travelling from Vangani to Vangani by local transport and refreshment.

Train Timings: Karjat slow Local .
CST 5.14 am
Byculla 5.24 am
Dadar 5.33am
Sion 5.40 am
Kurla 5.44 am
Ghatkopar 5.50am
Bhandup 6.00 am
Thane 6.10 am
Diva 6.24 am
Dombivali 6.32 am
Kalyan 6.44 am
Ambernath 6.54 am
Badlapur 7.04 am
Vangani 7.10am

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 / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional).
6. Torch with extra batteries (Compulsory).
7. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, mosquito’s cream.
8. A good trekking shoes, wind cheater.

Pics:

http://picasaweb.google.com/dipen205/Chanderi02#

http://picasaweb.google.com/bugz.rubens/ChanderiTrip?feat=directlink

http://picasaweb.google.com/nileshkenga/Chanderi120709#

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

For Reg. & more details, contact Our "Rangers"
Shekhar 98192 43836

Dipendra 9967435673

Nilesh 9819775119

Plz do sms if call not received.

Cheerrrsss!!!