VRangers Trek to Alang-Madan Fort on 11th Ngt-12th -13th Nov 2016

Alang fort located in the Kalsubai range in Nasik district is considered to be among the most difficult treks that one can embark on in Maharashtra. There are certain patches in the trek route to Alang where your rock climbing skills also will be tested to a great extend!!

Alang, Madan and Kulang are adjoining peaks and the most prominent among them is Kulang. Standing at the edge of the Ghats, it commands a fabulous view all around and tough climb is amply rewarded by a most fascinating sunset.

Short Info

Grade: Medium / Hard.

District: Nasik.

Max Participation: 18 Rangers.

Alang- 4852 Ft / Madan-4841 Ft.

Cost:

Registered Member Cost: - Rs. 1700/-

Non Registered Member: Rs 1800/-

(The cost includes traveling from Kasara to Kasara travailing, two breakfasts, one Lunch, two dinner & two Eve refreshment, expertise charges.)

Cost does Not Included Insurance & Anything other than mentioned above.

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About:

Alang (4852 ft): The beautiful Alang Fort lies in the Nashik region. Top of the fort is huge plateau. There are two caves on the fort for staying and 11 water cisterns arranged in a Cascade formation & a dilapidated storage room.

Mandan (4841 ft): It is considered to be one of the most difficult forts to climb among all the forts in the Sahyadris. The area of the fort is quite small as compared to Alang and Kulang, its adjoining forts. There are only two water tanks on top of the fort. The area visible from the top of the fort is quite scenic.

Trek Schedule:

11th Nov 2016 (Friday Ngt):

Our journey will start with 2nd last kasara local as Train time table given below

Kasara fast Local till Mulund (N):

Please reach before 5 min to the appropriate platforms as this is fast local till mulund then it will halt at all station. If you miss train you will miss the trek.

CST: 10.48 pm           Bycalla: 10.55 pm            Dadar: 11.02 pm

Kurla: 11.10 pm          Ghatkopar: 11.15 pm       Mulund: 11.27 pm

Thane: 11.30 pm        Dombivali: 11.52 pm        Kalyan: 12.00 am

Titwala: 12.15 am       Asangaon: 12.38 am        Kasara: 01.18 am

12th Nov 2016 (Sat):

02.15 am: Will start journey till Ambewadi by private Jeeps from kasara.

04.15 am: Reach to Ambevadi & will take rest here.

07.30 am: Good Morning with Tea and B/F.

08.30 am: With intro will start for adventurous trek.

09.05 am: Start for trek.

11.30 pm: Mid of Alang - Madan cave & have lunch.

12.30 pm: Start for Madan with 25 ft climb & Explore the top.

04.00 pm: Back to cave & get ready to climb Alang 45 ft Patch climb.

06.00 pm: Evening Refreshment.

08.30 pm: Have dinner & good ngt.

13th Nov 2016 (Sun) :

06.30 am: Wake up call.

07.30 am: Tea & Breakfast.

08.00 am: Explore Surrounding Of Alang.

09.00 am: Start Rappelling down Alang Patch .

01.30 pm: Reach to Ambewadi.

02.00 pm: Lunch.

03.05 pm: Return journey towards Kasara.

08:30 pm: Back to Dadar.

Payment Details:

To confirm your seat click on Account Details & please deposit (non refundable) Rs 1000/- in any manner. After transferring amount please send Details like Name, event name, transaction id and amount on 9892219155 Ananda. (If we cancel trek then total money you will get refund)

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

Compulsory items: Scarf for Ladies Must

Lunch for Saturday, 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 wear good trekking shoes, full sleeve shirt/T-shirt & Full Pant, carry some extra cloths.

If you have any medical issue please carry your own medicine as we carry only First aid.

Non compulsory items:

Cap, Sunglasses, Camera , Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry, mosquito’s repellent, Electoral / Energy powder, 2 Lemon, & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution Etc.

(It’s totally self responsibility to take care of your things.)

Before registering please check: VRangers Rules & Regulation

For Reg. & more details, contact our "Rangers”,

Sudhir 9167 546 547

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 350 ft Naneghat Rappelling on 19th ngt & 20th Nov 2016

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.

Short Info:

Date : 19th ngt -  20th  Nov 2016

Place: Naneghat (Nanacha angatha) Rappelling .

Height:  350 ft Rappelling.

Grade: Medium & Moderated.

Base village: Ghatghar

 

Last Date To Reg: 9^th Nov 2016 with Transfer of amount.

Cost:

Registered Member Cost: - Rs. 2000/-

Non Registered Member: Rs 2100/-

Cost does Not Included Insurance & Anything other than mentioned above.

To be a Register Member of  VRangers CLICK HERE

(The cost includes traveling from Dadar to Dadar by Private (Non AC) Bus, breakfast, Lunch & Eve refreshment.)

Fee Not Included: Insurance & Anything other than mention above.

Get registered with VRangers so you will get benefit every time on cost of the events so please CLICK HEREand update your details to get unique VRA-ID. (You will receive id within 48 hrs except Sat/Sun via email)..

About:

Naneghat (Marathi: नाणेघाट) is a mountain pass in the Western Ghats range near Junnar in Pune district of Maharashtra, India. During the reign of the Satavahana (200 BCE–190 CE), the pass was extensively used as a trade route between Kalyan and Junnar. Literally, the name nane means "coin" and ghat means "pass". The name is given because this path was used as a tollbooth to collect toll from traders crossing the hills.

Nanacha Angtha is the highest point at 350 ft from Naneghat Cave, which gives awesome view of Surrounding while descending i.e. Rappelling.

The Itinerary for the event:-

Meeting Point: Pritam dhaba near Dadar station east

Day 1:

10.00 pm @ Pritam Hotel, Dadar (E)

10:20 pm @ Teen Haat Naka, Thane

Day 2:

05:00 am: @ Base Village Ghatghar

Morning chores & Freshen up

07:00 am: Breakfast-Tea

08.00 am: Rappelling Activity session start

01.00 pm: Lunch

04.00pm Rappelling event & Evening Tea

05.00pm start return journey towards Mumbai

10:30 Pm: Will reach Mumbai (nearby).

Payment Details:

To confirm your seat click on Account Details & please deposit (non refundable) Rs 1000/- in any manner. After transferring amount please send Details like Name, event name, transaction id and amount on 9892219155 Ananda. (If we cancel trek then total money you will get refund)

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

Compulsory items: 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 wear good trekking shoes, full sleeve shirt/T-shirt & Full Pant, carry some extra cloths.

If you have any medical issue please carry your own medicine as we carry only First aid.

Non compulsory items:

Cap, Sunglasses, Camera , Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry, mosquito’s repellent, Electoral / Energy powder, 2 Lemon, & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution Etc.

(It’s totally self responsibility to take care of your things.)

Before registering please check: VRangers Rules & Regulation

For Reg. & more details, contact our "Rangers”,

Sudhir 9167 546 547

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 Trek to Ratangad on 15th Ngt-16th Oct 2016

“Ratan” means jewel. Ratangad is known as the jewel fort. It is situated in dense forests of Kalsubai – Harishchandragad range and offers a very beautiful view from the top.

Short Info:

Trek: Ratangad on 15th Ngt-16th Oct 16

Fort Type: Hill

Maximum Height: 4255 ft.

Region: Igatpuri

Base Village: Ratanwadi.

Difficulty: Medium

Cost:

Trek Cost: Rs 950/- per head.

Registered Member: Rs 900/- per head.

It includes Morning Breakfast, Travelling from Dadar to dadar by private Non Ac Bus , Lunch, Guide & expertise charges

Cost does Not Included Insurance & Anything other than mentioned above.

To be a Register Member of  VRangers CLICK HERE

History:-

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 favourites. The base village Ratanwadi has a beautiful Amruteshwar temple which is famous for its carvings.

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:

Pick Up points:

@ Dadar TT – Swami Narayan Temple – 11.00 pm.

@ Thane - Nitin Company – 11.30 am.

Tentative Schedule:

03.30 am: Via Kasara will reach to base village Ratanwadi.

05.30 am: Will rest in bus itself.

06.00 am: Wakeup call.

07.00 am: Intro with Breakfast & tea.

07.30 am: Will start the trek.

12.00 am: Reach to top of the fort & explore fort and lunch.

01.30 pm: Will start descending.

04.00 pm: Will back to base.

04.30 pm: will start return journey to Dadar.

08.30 pm: Back to Dadar.

Payment Details:

To confirm your seat Click on Account Details & please deposit (non refundable) Rs 700/- in any manner.

After transferring amount please send Details like Name, event name, transaction id and amount on 9167546547 Sudhir. (If we cancel trek then total money you will get refund)

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

Compulsory items: Sunday Lunch.

A proper two sided haversack to put all the things, So that one has hands free while trekking, id proof, approx 3 ltr water, Torch with extra batteries, some snacks, Should wear 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 registration please check: VRangers Rules & Regulation

For Registration & more details, contact our "Rangers"

Sandip   : 93202 57051.

Sudhir   : 91675 46547.

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 Thrilling Waterfall Rappelling on 10th Ngt - 11th Aug 2013

VRangers Thrilling Waterfall Rappelling (New Unknown Patch) on 11th Aug 2013, will start moving on 10th Aug From Mumbai - Dadar TT.

Waterfall Rappelling also technically known as canyoning are more often associated with technical descents those that require rappels (abseils) and rope work, down-climbing. An waterfall rappelling adventure sport is where you get down from a cliff/patch amidst the gushing waterfall.

Destination: Ganesh Caves / Ganpati Gadad.

Height: Approx 155 ft.

Max size: 30 Rangers.

Last date to Reg: 8th Aug 2013

Cost: Rs. 1000/-

(This includes breakfast, refreshment, travelling from dadar to dadar, Equipment-Expertise Charges & Lunch).

Extra Rappelling will cost INR 550/- Per chance, and will be permitted only after every person has done with his first chance.

Activity Schedule:

Pick Up points:

@ Dadar TT – Swami Narayan Temple – 11.50 pm.

@ Thane - Nitin Company – 12.30 am.

03.30 am: At the base village and rest in vehicle itself.

06.00 am: Wakeup call.

06.45 am: Breakfast & tea.

07.15 am: Will start moving towards Ganesh Caves.

09.00 am: Reach to Rappelling patch.

10.00 am: Will start thrilling Rappelling session.

03.00 pm: Will End Rappelling Session.

04.30 pm: will start return to Dadar.

08.00 pm: Back to Dadar.

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

Compulsory items: 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 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.)

VRangers Rules & Regulation:

http://vrangers.com/rules-a-regulation

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

Sudhir  97028 78447 / Ananda  98922 19155.

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

VRangers Dhudhiware Waterfall Rappelling on 28th July 2013.

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 waterfall rappelling adventure sport is where you get down from a cliff/patch amidst the gushing waterfall.

Destination: Dudhiware Waterfall.

Height: Approx 135 ft.

Last date to reg: 25^th July 2013.

Cost: Rs. 1000/- (Which includes Breakfast/ Refreshment, traveling from Dadar to Dadar, Equipment-Expertise Charges).

Activity Schedule:

Meeting Point: 5.40 am at Dadar (E) Swami Narayan Temple.

05.50 am: Will move towards Lonavla .

09.15am: Will Reach to Dhidhiware village.

10.00am: will reach to our water fall patch.

04.30pm: will complete Session with our lunch.

5.00 pm: Move towards mumbai,tentativelyback to dadar by 8.30pm .

Extra Rappelling will cost INR 600/- Per chance, and will be permitted only after every person has done with his first chance.

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

For confirmation of your registration please deposit Rs. 800/-(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:

Compulsory items: 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 ltr water,Lunch for the day, 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.)

VRangers Rules & Regulation: 
http://vrangers.com/rules-a-regulation

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

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

VRangers Waterfall Rappelling At Kasara on 29th July 2012

VRangers

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

Destination: Vihi-Kasara
Hight: Approx 120 ft

Grade: Thrilling
Cost: Rs. 450/-
Max size: 35 Ppl 
Last Reg Date : 25th July 2012 till 5pm.

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 1st  will do the rappling and then 2nd batch.

Destinations	Batch1 (20 Rangers)	Batch2 (15 Rangers)
Trains	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 charges for event are Rs. 450/- which includes Breakfast/ Refreshment, traveling from Kasara to Kasara, Equipment & Expertise Charges.

Payment Details:-
For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 450/-(non Refundable) in the following account number.
Name: SARITA DIPENDRA MHATRE.
BANK: ICICI Bank.
AC/NO.: 002001558334.
BRANCH: Hiranandani, Powai, Mumbai.
MICR Code - 400229004
IFSC Code: ICIC0000020

After transaction plz do sms to Sarita Mhatre on 98928 57368. 

(No Last minute entries will be entertained).

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 (2 Ltrs).

3. Lunch for sunday {Compulsory}.

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

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

6. Torch with extra batteries.

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

8. A good trekking shoes.

9. Windcheater etc

10. Scarf for Ladies is a MUST while rappelling.

Rains showers are expected, so pack your bags accordingly.

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.

Nilesh 9819775119.

plz do sms if call not received.

Cheerrrsss…!!!

VRangers waterfall rappelling at Bhivpuri on 15th July 2012.

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.

Destination: Bhivpuri.
Height: Approx 90 ft

Grade: Thrilling
Cost: Rs. 400/-
Max size: 40 Ppl 
Last Reg Date : 12 July 2012 till 5pm.


Pics of waterfall rappelling:
https://plus.google.com/photos/109750979890676492223/albums/5370936444935329185?banner=pwa

Trek Schedule: 
People interested should get into this local from their respective stations with Bhivpuri Return ticket in Second last Compartment. From Bhivpuri we will reach the base village 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 1st  will do the rappling and then batch 2nd.

Destination	Batch1 (20 Rangers)	Batch2 (20 Rangers)
	Karjat Slow Local(S)	Karjat fast Local(S)
Mumbai CST	5.15 am	6.43 am
Byculla	5.23 am	6.51 am
Dadar	5.33 am	6.59 am
Kurla	5.44 am	7.07 am
Ghatkopar	5.50 am	7.12 am
Bhandup	6.00 am	-
Thane	6.10 am	7.26 am
Dombivali	6.32 am	7.39 am
Kalyan	6.41 am	7.47 am
Ambernath	6.52 am	7.58 am
Badlapur	7.00 am	8.06 am
Bhivpuri	7.29 am	8.35 am

The charges for event are Rs. 400/- which includes Breakfast/ Refreshment, traveling from Bhivpuri to Bhivpuri, Equipment-Expertise Charges.

Payment Details:-
For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 400/-(non Refundable) in the following account number.
Name: SARITA DIPENDRA MHATRE.
BANK: ICICI Bank.
AC/NO.: 002001558334.
BRANCH: Hiranandani, Powai, Mumbai.
MICR Code - 400229004
IFSC Code: ICIC0000020

After transaction plz do sms to Sarita Mhatre on 98928 57368. 

(No Last minute entries will be entertained).

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 (2 Ltrs).

3. Lunch for Sunday {Compulsory}.

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

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

6. Torch with extra batteries, extra pair of cloths.

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

8. A good trekking shoes.

9. Windcheater etc

10. Scarf for Ladies is a MUST while rappelling.

Rains showers are expected, so pack your bags accordingly.

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.

Nilesh 9819775119.

plz do sms if call not received.

Cheerrrsss…!!!