Bird Watching Tour at Barvi Reservoir on 2nd Dec 2012

Nisarga Bhraman has arranged a Bird Watching Tour near Barvi Reservoir, Badlapur on 2nd December 2012. Grab this opportunity of the guided tour with a well known Naturalist and wildlife expert, Mr. Rajesh Sachadev.

About the place: Barvi is a reservoir/dam on Ulhas River, supplying water to Ambernath/Badlapur & Dombivali MIDC. The catchment of this reservoir is surrounded by deciduous forest such as Teak , a favourite habitat of Racket-tailed Drongos, Orioles and Rufous treepies. On an average day, in non-wintering season , one can see 30 + forest and grassland birds including Babblers, woodpeckers etc. It is around 12 Kms of drive from Badlpaur on Murbad road.

Meeting Point: Badlapur Railway Station at 6:30am

Cost of the tour would be Rs 150/- for Members and Rs 20/- extra for others which includes - 

> Transport from Badlapur
> Expertise and guide charges

Things to be carried -

> Haversack to put in everything to be carried
> Breakfast, Snacks
> Binoculars and Camera
> Water 2 ltrs at least

To register, contact - Sameer Patel: 9820972043

One Day Trek to Moroshi cha Bhairav on 9th Dec 2012

Located near Malshej Ghat, Bhairavgad is a sharp pinnacle seperated from the main mountain range near Moroshi village. It is a fascinating spot and offers an adventurous hike. The pinnacle is basically a geological structure of Dyke. Being at strategically important place, it offers a great view of surroundings including Malshej Ghat, Naneghat, Harishchandragad etc.

Nisarga Bhraman is glad to announce the one day trek to Bhairavgad of Moroshi in Malshej Region.

Here is some info about the Bhairavgad:
Type: Hill Fort

Height: 2835 Ft / 864 M above MSL (Approx)

Grade: Medium

Endurance: Medium Plus

Region: Malshej

Base Village : Moroshi

Bahirugad or Bhairavgad fort, stands on an outstanding table-land, lies a few kilometres north-east of the Naneghat and about thirty-five kilometres east of Murbad close to the village of Moroshi. The fort seems to be a Very ancient and Since it commanded the tracks leading to Junnar, it was a place of considerable strategic importance. The fort is a perpendicular rock about 100 Mtr high with a narrow base. 

The first forty feet of ascent is by a very steep staircase hewn out of the rock.
Since the steps hewn out of a solid rocks were destroyed by Britishers, one need to climb a small rock patch to reach the top of the fort.

On top one can see remains of houses, water cisterns, a beautiful surrounding view of Ghatghar mountain range, Naneghat, Ajoba mountain, Harishchandragad etc.

Plan:

Rendezvous:

• Meet at Kalyan ST Depot at 10:00 pm sharp on Saturday, 8th Dec 2012
• Travel to Moroshi by State Transport Bus
• Night rest at Dhaba at the Moroshi Village

Sunday, 9th December 2012 - 

• Start the trek by 6:00 am and reach Bhairoba chi Wadi (~2.0hrs)
• Breakfast at the base of pinnacle
• Start the trek towards the pinnacle of Bhairavgad
• Climb the rock patch and beautiful carved steps (~1.5hrs)
• Reach the top of the pinnacle by 10:00 am
• Enjoy a beautiful view and identify surrounding forts from top of the pinnacle
• Start Descend by 11:30 am. This includes rappel down a 40-50 feet rock patch
• Reach the base of the pinnacle and rest for a while
• Descend furthur and reach the base village of Moroshi by 2:30 pm (~2.0hrs)
• Lunch at the Moroshi Village
• Start a return journey by Public Transport (ST) by 4:00 pm
• Reach Mumbai by 9:00 pm tentatively.

The cost of the trek would be Rs. 500/- for members and Rs 50/- extra for others.
The above mentioned cost includes -

• Travel from Kalyan to Kalyan by Public Transport
• 1 Simple Veg Meal, 1 Breakfast and 2 Tea
• Equipment and Expertise Charges

To register for the event, call our team -

Sameer Patel: 9820972043
Parag Vartak: 9820973705

Here is a list of the things to be carried for the trek -

1. Haversack to put in all the things to be carried on the trek
2. Water 3 Ltrs at least
3. Extra Clothes, Towel, Napkin
4. Bedding Material / Sleeping Bag
5. Torch with extra set of batteries
6. Camera and something to munch on (Optional)
7. Identity Proof
8. Personal Medicines required if any

Few Rules that we would like people to follow -

1. Possession and/or consumption of Alcohol will strictly not be permitted on the trek & would lead to expulsion from the trek.
2. Smoking will permitted only with the consent of the leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.
3. Please stay woth the group. Any deviation from the group will not be entertained.
4. The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
5. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
6. Please do not wear any jewelry or gold chains/rings.
7. Please do not litter, we believe in the saying, “Wherever you go, leave only your footprints and take back only memories”

For photographs, visit: https://picasaweb.google.com/106951269103803464227/Bhairavgad

Trek to Salher-Salota-Mulher-Mora-Hargad on 14th Dec to 16th Dec 2012

The Highest fort in Maharashtra, Salher stands adjuscent to Salota Fort in Selbari Mountain Range in Baglan region, Nasik distriict of Maharashtra at the height of 5141 feet above msl. Mulher-Mora and Hargad forts stands in the Dolbar Mountain Range. The fiercest and the largest open battle between Mughals and Marathas was fought here in the year 1671 and won by Chatrapati Shri Shivaji Raje.

Nisarga Bhraman is going to explore these forts i.e. Salher, Salota, Mulher, Mora and Hargad in Selbari and Dolbari mountain range on 14th Dec to 16th Dec 2012 and invite you all enthusiasts.

Plan:

Rendezvous:
Meet at Mumbai Central ST Depot at 10:30 pm sharp on Thursday,13th Dec 2012

Travel by State Transport bus and reach Nasik CBS at 4am.

Day 1- Friday, 14th Dec 2012:  

Travel to Taharabad by state transport bus

Travel to Vaghambe village, base of Salher

Start the trek towards col between Salher and Salota

Hike to Salota Fort and explore the area

Descend back to the col and hike to Salher Fort

Lunch on the way to Salher, explore the fort

Enjoy sunset from the topmost point of Salher

Dinner and stay in the cave

Day 2- Saturday, 15th Dec 2012: 

Start descend towards Salherwadi

Explore 7 Entrance of Salher while on the way.

Enjoy the view of Shailkada of Salher
Travel to an ancient village Mulherwadi

Lunch in the village

Hike to the twin forts of Mulher and Mora

Drop luggage in Ganesh Temple on Mulher Machi
Explore Mora and Mulher Forts

Dinner and stay in Ganesh Temple on Mulher Machi

Day 3- Sunday, 16th Dec 2012: 

Wake up early, freshen up, Breakfast

Descend to the col between Mulher and Hargad 

Hike to Hargad Fort and explore

Descend back to Mulherwadi

Lunch in Mulherwadi 
Visit the old wada and ashram in Mulherwadi
Travel back towards Nasik and then to Mumbai by state transport bus.

Reach Mumbai by 11:00 pm tentative





Cost of the trek would be Rs. 1150/- for members and Rs 50/- extra for others.
The above cost includes -
Travel from Nashik to Nashik by Public Transport
3 Breakfast, 3 Veg Lunch and 2 Veg Dinenr, Evening Refreshments
Expertise and guide charges

To get better idea and to see Photographs, visit the link below:
Baglan Region Photos by Rohit Nayak and
Selbari-Dolbari Range Photos by Sameer Patel

To register for the event, contact our team - 
Rohit Nayak: 9167416873
Parag Vartak: 9820973705

Here is a list of things to be carried for the trek - 

1. Haversack to put in all the things to be carried on the trek
2. Water 3 Liters at least 
3. Extra Clothes, Towel, Napkin
4. Bedding Material / Sleeping Bag
5. Torch with extra set of batteries
6. Something to munch on - dry fruits, chocolate, cake etc.
7. Identity Proof
8. Personal Medicines required if any
9. Wear appropriate footwear and avoid chappal, sandals

Few rules that we would like people to follow -

1. Possession and/or consumption of Alcohol will strictly not be permitted on the trek & would lead to expulsion from the trek.
2. Smoking will permitted only with the consent of the leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.
3. Please stay with the group. Any deviation from the group will not be entertained.
4. The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
5. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
6. Please do not wear any jewelry or gold chains/rings.
7. Please do not litter, we believe in the saying, “Wherever you go, leave only your footprints and take back only memories”

Night Trek from Katraj to Sinhgad on 24th-25th Nov 2012

One of the most popular trek routes in Pune is Katraj to Sihgad. Trek starts from the Katraj Ghat (Katraj Old Tunnel) and ends at Fort Sinhgad. The route travels through a series of mountains and one has to cross 17 hills to reach Sinhgad. It is a trek that 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.
The Final destination, Sinhagad is famous for many important battles, most notably the battle of Sinhagad in 1670 by Tanaji Malusare. It is strategically located at the center of a string of other forts. Rajgad, Torna, Purandhar, Khadakwasla Dam can be viewed from the top.

We at Nisarga Bhraman are inviting you for this trek on 24th - 25th November 2012 

Plan:
Mumbai people can travel by 12125, Pragati Superfast Express leaving Mumbai CST at 4:25 pm and reaching Pune at 7:50 pm.

> Meet at Swargate ST Depot at 8:45 pm
> Travel to Katraj Tunnel by public transport
> A round of introduction and Rules & Regulations
> Walk towards Sinhgad on the ridge
> Reach Sinhgad till 4:00 am
> Rest till Sunrise.
> Breakfast at Sinhgad
> Explore the fort
> Descend the fort via Kalyan Darwaja
> Travel to Pune by Public Transport at 3:00 pm tentative

Mumbai participants can travel back to Mumbai by Train (Deccan Express) OR Asiad ST Bus

Cost of the trek would be Rs. 200/- for members and Rs. 30/- extra for others.
The above cost includes -
> Travel from Pune to Pune by public transport
> Breakfast, Tea
> Expertise and guide charges

To register for the event, contact out team - 
Sameer Patel: 9820972043 (Mumbai Coordinator)
Parag Vartak: 9820973705 (Mumbai Coordinator)
Vinayak Belose: 9850887432 (Pune Coordinator)

Here is a list of things to be carried for the trek - 

1. Haversack to put in all the things to be carried on the trek
2. Water 3 Litres at least as there is no water on the way
3. Extra Clothes, Towel, Napkin
4. Bedding Material / Sleeping Bag
5. Torch with extra set of batteries
6. Camera and something to munch on - dry fruits, chocolate, cake etc.
7. Identity Proof
8. Personal Medicines required if any
9. Wear appropriate footwear and avoid chappal, sandals

Few rules that we would like people to follow -

1. Possession and/or consumption of Alcohol will strictly not be permitted on the trek & would lead to expulsion from the trek.
2. Smoking will permitted only with the consent of the leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.
3. Please stay with the group. Any deviation from the group will not be entertained.
4. The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
5. Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
6. Please do not wear any jewelry or gold chains/rings.
7. Please do not litter, we believe in the saying, “Wherever you go, leave only your footprints and take back only memories”