VRangers Thrilling one day trek to Moroshi Bhairavgad on 10th Nov 2013

While travelling from Kalyan to Malshej ghat a clearly visible sharp wall like pinnacle separated from main range near Moroshi is a Bhairavgad. It is a prominent fort which rises steeply from konkan range making it a difficult and tricky fort to climb.

Short Info:

Trek: Moroshi-Bhairavgad

Height: 2835 ft.

Region: Malshej.

Grade: Medium (Trek experience required).

Max. Rangers: 25 ppl.

Last date for reg.:6th Nov 2013.(No Last min entry)

Cost: Rs. 750/- (The charges of the trek include breakfast, traveling from Dadar to Dadar by Non AC Bus.)

About:

The top of the fort is created by the geological structure known as a dyke and the final stage on the rock mass is very fascinating. Dykes in Sahyadri are probably representation of fracture into which ancient magma was injected. Non resistant rock got eroded away and the one which were more resistant have appeared as great walls.

Bhairavgad happens to be only fort built on a dyke making it a must see wonder for trekkers. This fort must have been very important as it holds very strategic location looking on the ghat and paths to Mahali and junnar forts range. The exact origin of fort is not known but the style indicates that the fort dates back to Bhoj dynasty. Carved steps are the study point for this hill fort. Water tank at east side is also subject of study, how to preserve the water which is draining from the hill.

Pics:

Jiten:https://picasaweb.google.com/104573811874280785247/BhairavgadMoroshi?authuser=0&feat=directlink

Rubens:https://picasaweb.google.com/110545963754136539315/Bhairavgad

Kaveri:https://plus.google.com/photos/115333949489408989164/albums/5895600563619679441?authkey=CPOfu_eJ0qmfkAE&banner=pwa

Blog:

Prashant: http://www.vrangers.com/blog/entry/bhairavgad

Pick up: (No arguments will be entertain on pickup & drop)

05.30 am: Dadar Swami narayan Temple

06.30 am: Cadbury-Thane

07.30 am: Kalyan Phata or near Durgadi shivaji chowk.

Trek Schedule:

09.15 am: with breakfast will reach to Moroshi.

09.30 am: with Intro will start for the trek.

11.00 am: Near caves

01.15 pm: Top of the fort with a rock patch climbing.

02.15 pm: Get down near small cave for lunch.

03.00 pm: Start descending.

06.00 pm: At Moroshi base village.

Payment Details:

For confirmation of your registration please deposit Rs. 300/-(non Refundable) in the following.

Acc Name: Ananda Shivaji Govekar

Acc No   : 00000032353269021

IFS Code: SBIN0000562

MICR Code: 400002007

Bank     : SBI Bank

Branch   : Bhandup (W)

After transaction plz do sms to Ananda Govekar 98922 19155.

Check List

Compulsory items:

A proper two sided haversack to put all the things, So that one has hands free while trekking, id proof, Lunch for Sunday, approx 3 ltr water, Torch with extra batteries, some snacks, Should ware good trekking shoes, full sleeve shirt/T-shirt & Full Pant, if you have any medical issue please carry your own medicine as we carry only First aid, carry some extra cloths.

Non-compulsory items but helpful:

Cap, Sunglasses, Woolen Jacket, Camera , Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry  mosquito’s repellent, Electoral / Energy powder, 2 Lemon, & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution. (It’s totally self responsibility to take care of things.)

Before registering please check: VRangers Rules & Regulation

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

Sudhir   97028 78447.

Ananda 98922 19155.

Plz do sms if call not received.

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VRangers organizing 300ft rappelling with 1000 ft traversing at Dukes nose

Hi Rangers,

FREE YOUR MIND

DARE YOUR BODY

RELEASE YOUR SPIRIT

Date: 26^th & 27^th Oct 2013

Place: Duke's Nose, Lonavala.

Rappelling Height: 300 ft.

Traverse 1000 ft.

Grade: Medium.

Base village: Kurvande

About:
Dukes Nose near Khandala which is named after Duke Wellington, is a huge pinnacle seen while traveling from Mumbai to Pune. The sight from top is unique and magnificent as one sees a vast landscape and the winding Mumbai-Pune expressway cutting through the ghats and trains chugging along the tracks.It's famous for rappelling, rock climbing and valley crossing activities.

Rappelling (English Name) also known as abseiling (German Name) is a method of a quick and safe descend after a climb. It’s an act of descending a mountain face by sliding down a rope, which is attached to a body harness and fastened to an overhead projection, with sufficient friction provided as to make the speed of descent controllable.

Cost:

For Members: Rs. 1200/-

For Non Members: Rs. 1250/-

{It includes Morning Breakfast, Travelling from Lonavla to Lonavla, eve refreshment, Event  & VR expertise charges}.

Payment Details: (Blank Transfer not allowed first confirms and then do)

For confirmation of your registration please deposit Rs. 900/-(non Refundable in any manner) in the following. (Please specify your name or those who transfer on behalf of you & trek/Activity name-mandatory in SMS).

Acc Name: Ananda Shivaji Govekar

Acc No   : 00000032353269021

IFS Code: SBIN0000562

MICR Code: 400002007

Bank     : SBI Bank

Branch   : Bhandup (W)

After transaction plz do sms to Ananda Govekar 98922 19155. (No Last minute entries will be entertained).

Tentative Schedule (for both day batches):

08:00 am: Meet and greet at Lonavala Station.
08:30 am: Reach Dukes Nose base camp and have breakfast.
09:00 am: start the trek to Dukes Nose.
10:00am: Training and harnessing followed by the main event.
17:00 pm: Move from base camp towards Lonavala.
17:30pm: Journey ends at Lonavala.

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

Compulsory items: Lunch for the day & Scarf for Ladies Must

A proper two sided haversack to put all the things, So that one has hands free while trekking, id proof, approx 3-4 ltr water, Torch with extra batteries, some snacks, Should ware good trekking shoes, full sleeve shirt/T-shirt & Full Pant, if you have any medical issue please carry your own medicine as we carry only First aid, carry some extra cloths.

Non-compulsory items but helpful:

Cap, Sunglasses, Woolen Jacket, Camera , Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry  mosquito’s repellent, Electoral / Energy powder, 2 Lemon, & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution. (It’s totally self responsibility to take care of things.)

Before registering please check: VRangers Rules & Regulation

For Registration & more details, contact our "Rangers"

Ananda: 98922 19155.

Registration will be done by phone call only, so if call not received then please sms your name & mail-id.

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VRangers range trek to katraj to sinhagad on 19th Ngt 20th oct 2013

Hi Rangers,

We would like to invite you all Kojagiri Special K2S Trek to tests your physical fitness, stamina and will power as it is a 5-6 Hrs walk / hike. But a Night time with moon light and cool breeze makes it a wonderful experience with the views of Pune City Lights view, Millions of Stars, trail which goes up and down due to this reasons the trek has become one of the favorites among the Trekkers.

Even earlier in July 2013 K2S trek competition arranged by NEF Enduro and VRangers two Batches successfully completed trek (Team APS / Team Trailblazers).

Region: Pune.

Grade: Medium.

Exp: Min 4 treks.

Cost:400/- Includes Travelling from Shivaji Nagar to Shivaji Nagar by local vehicle , Morning Breakfast at Sinhgad, expertise charges etc…..

About:

Katraj Ghat: the Route which connects Pune to the South Maharashtra. Both, Katraj Tunnel and Sinhagad are connected by a single mountain range of Sahyadri Mountains and it travels through a series of mountains by crossing cross 13-15 hills top to reach Sinhagad.

Sinhagad: It is a fortress located roughly 30 km southwest of the city of Pune, India. Previously called Kondhana, the fort has been the site of many important battles, mostly famous for the battle of the great warrior Tanaji Malusare in 1670 and then it is renamed into “Sinhagad”. It was also strategically located at the center of a string of other forts such as Rajgad, Purandar and Torna. Perched on an isolated cliff of the Bhuleswar range of the Sahyadri Mountains, it is situated on a hill rising 1312 m above sea level.

Given natural protection by its very steep slopes, the walls and bastions were constructed at only key places; it has two gates – the Kalyan Darwaza in the south-east and the Pune Darwaza in the north-east.

19th Oct 2013:

Meeting point: Shivaji Nagar @7.50 pm for both Pune and Mumbai People.

Mumbai people can travel by 12125, Pragati Superfast Express leaving Mumbai CST at 4:25 pm and reaching Shivaji Nagar at 7.40 pm.

Trip Itinerary will be as follows: (tentative)

• Travel to Katraj Tunnel by public transport.
• A round of introduction.
• Walk towards Sinhagad on the ridge.
• Take halt in between on open plateau for diner.
• Rest till Sunrise on open plateau.
• Breakfast at Sinhagad.
• Explore the fort.
• Descend the fort via Pune Darwaja.
• Will be back to pune or shivaji nagar by 12.30 pm.

Payment Details: (Blank Transfer not allowed first confirms and then do)

For confirmation of your registration please deposit Rs. 300/-(non Refundable in any manner) in the following. (Please specify your name or those who transfer on behalf of you & trek/Activity name-mandatory in SMS).

Acc Name: Ananda Shivaji Govekar

Acc No   : 00000032353269021

IFS Code: SBIN0000562

MICR Code: 400002007

Bank     : SBI Bank

Branch   : Bhandup (W)

After transaction plz do sms to Ananda Govekar 98922 19155. (No Last minute entries will be entertained).

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry for the trek: - (Rains showers are expected, so pack your bags accordingly.)

Compulsory items: Sat Diner & 4 ltr Water.

A proper two sided haversack to put all the things, So that one has hands free while trekking, id proof, approx 3-4 ltr water, Torch with extra batteries,some snacks, Should ware good trekking shoes, full sleeve shirt/T-shirt & Full Pant, if you have any medical issue please carry your own medicine as we carry only First aid, carry some extra cloths.

Non-compulsory items but helpful:

Cap, Sunglasses, Woolen Jacket, Camera , Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry  mosquito’s repellent, Electoral / Energy powder, 2 Lemon, & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution. (It’s totally self responsibility to take care of things.)

Before registering please check: VRangers Rules & Regulation

For Registration & more details, contact our "Rangers"

Ananda: 98922 19155.

Kalpesh: 98679 12341.

Registration will be done by phone call only, so if call not received then please sms your name & mail-id.

"No on the spot entries will entertain, so get reg. yourself to avoid disappointment".

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VRangers biking to Tapola-Mahabaleshwar-Sajjangad via Kaas on 18th Ngt -19- 20th Oct 13

After A long wait VRangers would like to introduce a new route for biking which will be having lots of nature scenes, Ghat bike ride, off road bike ride, thrilling sharp turns, monuments with historical places and fort etc……

Route: Panvel – Mangaon – Poladpur – Ambenali ghat – Mahabaleshwar – Tapola – via Gogave/Waki ghat –Kaas – Sajjangad - Satara – Khed shivapur – Lonavla – Khopoli – Panvel.

Total distance: Approx 630 km.

Max Bikes : 12 (No 4 wheeler`s).

Last Day to Reg:15th Oct 2013.

Places to be covered in Bike ride:

Mahabaleshwar :

It is a hill station situated in the Sayhadri range of Maharashtra state. It is situated about southwest of Pune at a distance of 115 kms and from Mumbai 285 kms. It is situated in Satara district at an altitude of 1372 m above sea level. Here we can see and enjoy cool mountain air, lush greenery, breathtaking valleys and Soaring Mountain peaks.

Panch ganga temple:

This place has it in the hindu mythology that the five rivers Krishna, Venna, Gayatri, Savitri and Koyna show their appearance in the form of five close springs and make their presence here.

Venna Lake:
You can enjoy boating, fishing and ponytail riding on the Venna Lake. There are many interesting stalls of entertainment where you can play games and indulge in some snacks.

Various Points:
The Kates point again gives you a spectacular view of the Krishna Valley from a different angle. The Elphinston point a few paces ahead gives a spectacular view of the Koyna and Sahyadri valleys. Down south to this point is the Hunter’s point which gives a splendid view of the Koyna Valley. 

Move down a bit more and you come across something called the Arthur’s seat. This is the place that clearly demarcates the Konkan and Deccan territories in Mahabaleshwar by the barren deep Savitri valley to the left and a shallow valley to the right. 

To the left on Arthur’s seat you have a series of steps that lead you to Tiger springs. This is where the River Savitri is supposed to emerge. 

Monkey point and Savitri point:
Savitri point is one beautiful place to be. In fact I found this to be quite appealing – very little open space, not much crowd and then the Deep valleys were just inches from where we stood. It is actually a wonderful echo point. You get a resound of your voice after about five seconds!

Tapola (The Mini Kashmir) :

Also known as the Mini Kashmir of the west is a 25 km drive away from Mahabaleshwar. The drive is magnificent, with two rivers flowing around the high hills Koyna on one side and Solshi on the other. Both these rivers meet at Tapola. The dam is the biggest in Maharashtra - Known as 'Shivsagar'. The famous boat Club in Shivsagar is very popular for motor boats. One can enjoy boating here at nominal charges.

Kaas Platue :

It is nestled in Sahaydri (Western Ghats), 25 kms away from Satara, Maharashtra (Western Ghats). It is located between 1200 - 1400 meters / altitude app 1000m AMSL and is surrounded by hillside coming alive with millions of colorful flowers. Kaas pathar throughout the year is barren due to the porous laterite rock, but rains come and the plateau is covered in a multitude of flowers, which last till September end. Kaas pathar overlooks the lush evergreen forests that serve as a water catchment area of Koyna Dam, Chandoli National Park and Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary was recently declared as "Sahyadri Tiger reserve".With abundant rainfall, bright mountain sunshine and a high dew point, the lateritic table lands and gentle slopes of Kaas transform into riotous colored flower fields.This plateau is famous for its unique biosphere, high hill plateaus and grasslands. Kaas boost not only flowers like pink balsam, yellow sonki, purple karvi etc but also welcomes birds like Crested Buntings, Malabar Crested Larks, Oriental White-eyes, Bonelli’s Eagle.

Sajjangad:

It is located near the city of Satara, India. It is the final resting place of Sant Ramdas, a saint and social reformer in 17th century India (Born 1608). His teachings and works are read and followed by many people even today in the state of Maharashtra and Sajjangad is a popular place of pilgrimage.

Cost: Rs. 1050/-

{Includes : Sat B/f,Lunch,Diner,boat ride,ngt stay at Tapola hotel on sharing basis,Mon B/F & VR expertise charges .

Does not includes : Petrol , Parking charges, any outside food, Sun Lunch, extra boating points visit etc..... }

Payment Details: (Blank Transfer not allowed first confirms and then do)

For confirmation of your registration please deposit Rs. 850/-(non Refundable in any manner) in the following. (Please specify your name or those who transfer on behalf of you & trek/Activity name-mandatory in SMS).

Acc Name: Ananda Shivaji Govekar

Acc No   : 00000032353269021

IFS Code: SBIN0000562

MICR Code: 400002007

Bank     : SBI Bank

Branch   : Bhandup (W)

After transaction plz do sms to Ananda Govekar 98922 19155. (No Last minute entries will be entertained).

Trip Itinerary will be as follows:(tentative)

18th Oct 2013:

Meeting point: At Panvel-Datta Snacks by 11.00 pm

11.30pm: Bike Ride begins towards Mahabaleshwar via mangaon……

19th Oct 2013:

01.00 am: Will take halt at Mangaon for Tea Break.

04.00 am: will take 2nd halt at Mahad.

05.00 am: Start Ascend Ambenali Ghat to reach Mahableshwar.

06.00 am: will be at Mahabaleshwar for B/F and tea.

07.30 am: will start explore points like Veena Lake, Panchganga, savitri,kate etc……

12.30 pm: Start Journey to Tapola

01.30 pm: At tapola (will be having lunch and rest till 4 pm)

04.00 pm: Boat ride

05.30 pm: Back to Hotel (Sharing basis) and some fun

08.15 pm: Diner & Some enjoyment.

11.00 pm: Good night.

20th Oct 2013:

06.30 am: Good Morning call

07.30 am: B/F and Tea.

08.30 am: Start journey to Kaas (Off road biking 52 km with Suppbb sceneries, sharp turns & some damaged road)

11.30 am: @ Tunnel

12.05 pm: @ Sajjan Gad & explore fort with Lunch

02.30 pm: Return Journey to Mumbai via pune.

07.30 pm: Back to Panvel.

Before registering please check: VRangers Rules & Regulation

Note: - In Mahabaleshwar Strict checking by police of bike legal papers, driving license, RC Book, PUC etc……… Shoes & Hand gloves are compulsory for all the members due to heavy cold environment (Riders and Pillion)

All bikers would have to follow the rules and regulations.

"VRangers Adventure And Trekking" would not be responsible for any uncertainties happening to him and also the members who accompanies him after the warning.

It's advisable to get your bike Serviced / Repaired before the ride so that we all can have safe ride.

Over Speeding / Rash Driving would result in immediate expulsion from the tour.

Please ensure safety for yourself and other people on road.

For Registration & more details, contact our "Rangers"

Ananda: 98922 19155.

Sandip: 93202 57051.

Registration will be done by phone call only, so if call not received then please sms your name & mail-id.

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