1 day trek - Nagala Mini Trek, Monday or Tuesday, July 20 or 21, 2009

Here is a trek on a Weekday. For all those who have been drooling at the beautiful photos of Nagala - the crystal clear water pools, streams, forests and rocky outcrops, but not been able to enjoy them because you are not free weekends. A rare event just for you - a CTC trek on a weekday - Tuesday, July 21st. (An option of Monday 20th July is also indicated in case this is a more convenient day for more people).

SUMMARY
Type - Easy to Medium. (First timers and family members of regular trekkers, Children accompanied by parents are welcome). Option to make it tougher for a select few if some of the group members seems capable(but that would be solely the organisers' decision).
Duration - 1 day - Tuesday early morning till late evening
Distance - 2 hours North of Chennai, 6 to 8 km 1 way walk to the first pool.
Transporation - own (cars)
Expense - around Rs 500Rs (shared petrol, food, ...) - Pay advance Rs 500 at the pickup point, difference will be settled by the end of the day

AGENDA
Start at 4:45 am from TIDEL PARK
Pick up people along route (see pickup points below)
Reach Nagalapuram hills entry point village by 8.00. Have breakfast prior to trek.
Walk through to the temple and reach the first waterfall near the temple. Climb the steep rockface and thereafter walk along the stream, taking the pools along the way, till 1 pm.
Enjoy the splendid views of Eastern Ghats, enjoy the pool and the waterfall, take pictures, have lunch.

Start the return trip at 3:00 pm.
Reach the cars before sunset - target 6 pm
Return to Chennai

Please reach the pickup points 15 minutes before start time. We will be unable to wait for latecomers - to ensure the trip is enjoyable to all.

Sources & Registration:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dGZySEpZczlDNWhTRmVrbnkxb09WZVE6MA..

Seniors Trek - Nagada - 2nd August 2009

"LESS WALK MORE FUN"

Here it is, 1 day trek for the seniors above 35yrs. Its your chance to enjoy the green lush forest with some nice pools. We have already oraganised an orphan and ladies trek in this location. It's called Nagada and is different from our usual Nagala stream which is a bit more challenging. Its also bit of an picnic with more fun on gathering firewoods and cooking inside the jungle.
You are welcome to bring your young family members along with you.
I bet it will be great experience for the seniors.

SUMMARY
Objective - trek along crystal clear mountain stream in lush green forest surroundings
Terrain – small trail through sandy, rocky trail along river side, small uphill climbs
Difficulty – easy
Duration – 1 day, start Sunday early morning and return on the same day.
Distance - 3 hours North of Chennai, trek distance is around 10km
Transportation - using our own vechicles.If in case of insufficient transportation, we also have an option of hiring an tempo.
Expense - around 500Rs (shared petrol, food,..) - CTC is non-profit and cost is shared among all

AGENDA
Assemble Sunday 5am near TIDEL PARK main entrance
Pick up people along route (see pickup points below)
Leave Chennai before peak traffic
Take breakfast along the way
Park cars near village nearby the base of the mountains
Start trekking along the mountain stream
Swim in the many crystal clear water pools along the stream
We will be cooking our own food in the jungle - either Maggie noodles,soup or even fresh food.
Discover many scenic age old rock formations and beautiful waterfalls
Return along a the same trail and we'll be back before darkness to the vehicles and back to Chennai by 9pm.
Upload photos to make non-joiners jealous and sorry for not joining us

PICKUP POINTS:
TIDEL Park, Taramani – 5am
Guindy circle (Le Meridien) - 5:15am
Koyambedu (out gate of parking of public bus stand) - 5:40am
NH5 – 6am

MUST CARRY LUGGAGE:
Good walking shoes
Small/medium back-pack to carry food, clothes, water, snacks
1 water bottle (either full or empty) is sufficient - can be refilled along the stream
One extra set of clothes as we will get wet along the stream and pools
Sun cap and cream
Camera and 500Rs cash
Food will be taken care of by organizers

VERY IMPORTANT: Travel lightweight or you will find it difficult

More info. & registration:

http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dEVWZHc2dTVjZlNZWURxSld5TkROa0E6MA..

Dabhosa Waterfall Trail 11th-12th July 2009, Thane, Maharashtra

As the monsoon sets in, a number of unexplored waterfalls cascade through the mountains in Sahyadris. The Jawhar region hosts many such unexplored waterfalls. Jungle Lore is organizing a special waterfall trail on 11th & 12th July 2009 in Jawhar region along with the visit to Bilyacha Dongar. (leopard’s mountain).The waterfalls we will cover are Palu, Vihi and many such along the road.
Dabhosa Waterfall is a seasonal fall in Thane District of Maharashtra. This 300 ft high waterfall is on Jawhar-Silvassa road, about 18 km from Jawhar. The fall is at its peak capacity during the rainy season. The entire depth of the fall can only be witnessed from a flat summit near the fall.
We will also visit an unexplored/uncommon place called “Bilyacha Dongar “(Leopard’s Mountain) which also falls in this region. Surrounded by 40 sq kms of thick forest inhabited by tribes, this forest is rich in hyena, jackal, leopard, spotted deer population, although, this place is most noted for presence of elusive leopards. The mountain is rocky and has many caves – a perfect habitat for leopards since it’s conducive for killing prey and is free from tourists. At a height of 1200 Feet, this thrilling trek can be enjoyed by all walks of people.

Cost of the trek: Rs 1,800/-

Schedule:
Meeting Point-At 6.00 AM near Swami Narayan Mandir Dadar (E) on 11/7/2009
Departure – 6.15 AM Sharp
-Reach Jawhar by 10.AM .
-Visit Palu,Vihi and other waterfalls before lunch.
-Lunch @ Jawhar
-Visit Dabhosa Waterfall
-Night Stay @ Jawhar
-On 12th July , leave for Bilyacha Dongar
-Post Lunch, leave for Mumbai

Contact:
Kaustubh Upadhye - 09987126233
Gaurav Athalye - 09833246740
Tejas Abhyankar - 09730001806

Sources:
Visit: www.junglelore.net and www.junglelore.ning.com
http://junglelore.ning.com/events/waterfall-trail-dabhosa-trek

Tadiyandamol trek on 11th and 12th July 2009, coorg, Karnataka

About Tadiyandamol:
Tadiyandamol is the second highest mountain in Karnataka only after Mullayanagiri in Chickamagalur district. Situvated near to Kakkabe town in Kodagu district, Tadiyandamol is a trekkers paradise. The views from the hill top are awesome and breathtaking. It is 260Km from Bangalore

Tentative Schedule:
Friday:
10:00PM Starts from Bangalore

Saturday:
03:00AM Reach Coorg Base Camp
07:00 AM Igguthappa Temple
07.30 AM Break fast
08:15 AM Start Trekking at Tadiandamol
12:15 AM Lunch
04:30 PM Chelvara falls
08:00 PM Back to Base camp
08:30 PM Fire camp with Dinner.

Sunday:
08:30 AM Golden Temple
09:15 AM Breakfast
10:00 AM Chiklihole Dam
11:00 AM Dubare Forest (White Water Rafting Cum River Crossing)
01:30 AM Lunch
02:30 PM Nisargadhama
09:30 PM Reach Bangalore (Drop at same place as pickup point)


Participation Fees:
Rs. 2200.00


Cost Includes: Transport, Accommodation, 2 Breakfast, 2 Lunch & 1 Dinner, 2 Evening Snacks, White water rafting, rappling, Campfire (depends on weather/availability)
For any clarification call: 9986589623 or 9900575892

Sources:
http://www.orkut.co.in/Main#CommMsgs.aspx?cmm=63252&tid=5353982785298893266&start=1

Nagala - Western conquer! July 4 and July 5 By CTC

This time we will be traversing through less known Western side of Nagala. The plan is start on Saturday early morning and start climbing Nagala from western side. We will eventually reach a pool by evening. We will camp there and start descending the same way or the other way to make it more interesting.

This is supposed to be more scenic. This will be a unknown trial and expecting different challenges. High steep rocks, boulders and streams will always give way to CTCians.

The seats are limited and it will be really tough trek. Each one needs to carry atleast 4 litres of water along with other food items.

Date : July 4(Saturday) and 5 (Sunday)
Pickup points :
Tidel Park (5 :00 AM)
Guindy Circle (Balaji hospital near to Le meridian hotel) (5:30 AM)
Koyambedu (Nathans Cafe outside Koyambedu bus stand)(5:45 AM)

Summary
Terrain – boulders and rocks, long walks and steep climbs
Difficulty – Moderate, participants need to be in good physical and mental condition. Expect to atleast walk for 8 hours non stop in hilly terrain. There would also be night time trekking
Distance - 3 hours North of Chennai, around 15km trek
Transportation - own (cars, bikes)
Expense - around 700Rs (shared petrol, food, ...)
Advance – to be paid when joining – 700Rs (difference will be settled later on)

Agenda:
Pick up people on their respective pick up points
Leave Chennai before peak traffic
Drive along NH5, NH205 towards Nagalapuram
Take breakfast + packed lunch along the way
Park cars at dam nearby the mountains
Proceed along mountain stream to enter Mountain range
Refill water bottles in the water stream, have lunch and start the trek
Reach Chennai on Sunday night around 10.30pm, take dinner at Chennai Deluxe hotel (optional)
Upload photos to make non-joiners jealous and sorry for not joining us

Registration & more information:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=clotSjN1aHF6UWt5TW1vMW10blg1cXc6MA..

Gorakhgad Night Trek & Malshej July 5th /2009

Brief Introduction abt Gorakhgad
Height:~2140 ft
Grade:Easy
Time:~ Max 2.5 hrs frm Dehari
Location: Malshej
History
Though not famous for historical events, gorkhgad attracts trekkers due 2 its inviting pinnacle tht offer good opportunites for rock climbing..Fort Gorakhgad had strategic importance during the reign of Shahaji Raje.However, no major battle is recorded to have taken place here.It was used in Shivaji’s era to patrol the nearby region and was used as a stopover station during the journey to Junnar via Naneghat which was a very important commercial route
Journey Details
Rendezvous:On telecon
00:00 Hrs: Depart frm Mumbai
02:30 Hrs: Daheri
04:00 Hrs: Ascend
06:30 Hrs: Top
06:30-09:00 hrs Explore fort, Breakfast, Rest & enjoy the view of da surrounding
Descend
11:30 Hrs Base
Lunch in the bus itself
12:15 Hrs @ Malshej Ghat
Just Chill and have Fun Time in numerous waterfalls for 3 hrs in Malshej Ghat
16:30 Hrs: Evening snacks @ Flemingo resort, Malshej
A visit 2 Pimpalgaon Dam
18:30 Hrs @ Depart for Mumbai
We will be in mumbai around 21:30 hrs( thats-subjective)
The Estimated initial expenditure is abt Rs 400/-
This includes Mumbai 2 Mumbai fare for private vehicle...Evening refreshments
seat 1st serve basis..Deposit full amount on following A/c
Name:JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI bank a/c no:026801521464
Vartak nagar branch,Thane(w)
Last date fr registration:Thursday 02/07/2009, 5 pm
Things To Carry
Pls do carry Breakfast & Lunch for da day ( a must)
A Water Bottle (~2.5 Ltrs), Torch with spare batteries(a must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Raincheater(Optional)
Avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready 2 eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc
Extra Pair of clothes
Good trekking shoes
Personal basic medical kit
A haversack to put all these things
For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagdish Patil:09869369836
शिखर वेध link
Sources:
http://www.orkut.co.in/Main#Community.aspx?cmm=20439777

Talakona Trek - July 4th & 5th 2009 - Near Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh

This is a moderate level trek. Nevertheless we have
climbs,shrubs,forests and many unknown obstacles before we reach our
destination.

The plan is to start from on friday night(3rd July),reach
Tirupati.Start in the early morning with our Bangalore members to reach
Talakona.

The Saturday night stay will be in deep jungles.We reach Tirupati on
Sunday evening(5th July) and start moving to Chennai/Bangalore.

The group size is restricted to 30,with 20nos from Chennai and 10 from
Bangalore.

Summary:
Terrain – boulders and rocks, long walks and climbs
Difficulty – Medium.Participants need to be in excellent physical and mental condition. Expect to at least walk for 5-6 hours and there could also be night time trekking
Distance - 6hrs hours North of Chennai, around 10-15km trek
Transportation - own (cars)
Expense - around Rs.700 (shared petrol, food, ...)
Advance – to be paid when joining – Rs.700 (difference will be settled later on).

Registration & more information:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=ckxMYl9GdERYNDF5eTVUZWtxWUNpY2c6MA..

Folks who wants join from Hyderabad & Bangalore, they catch the group in Tirupati.

Himalayan Trek: Brighu Lake - 11th to 18th July 2009

	Close enough to habitation, yet in a secluded, lush green dale, the Bhirgu Lake is at an altitude of 4235 meters. It lies east of the Rohtang Pass and is about 6 km from the village of Gulaba. The shores of this clear water lake are visited regularly by the people of the area and are held sacred to 'rishi' Brighu. Max Altitude: 4235m Number of days trekking: 5 days Trek Gradient: High altitude, moderate
11th July 2009 : Day 00: Suggested all participants to Reach Delhi by flight/Train to catch the bus evening going to Manali. 12th July 2009 : Day 01: The participants arrive in Manali. 13th July 2009 : Day 02: Manali - Rohtang - 14 Mod (3250m) The first day will be spent acclimatizing visiting Solang Nulla and Rohtang Pass. On the way back, you will be dropped at the camp at 14 Mod, the starting point of the trek. 14th July 2009 : Day 03: 14 Mod - Ravalikoli (3750m) Duration: 5 hours On the first day of the trek, the trail ascends gradually and will take you above the treeline with fabulous views of the entire Manali valley and peaks like Hanuman Tibba, Makarbeh, Shikharbeh among others. 15th July 2009 : Day 04: Ravalikoli - Bhrigu Lake (4235m) - Ravalikoli (3750m) Duration: 7 hours The trail initially gradually ascends before a short steep climb to the lake. Early in the season, the path also has snow patches. Take time off at the lake to soak in the 360 degree view. Local customs do not allow for camps to set up at the lake, so you will descend down to the camp at Tehli, a gaddi campsite which is almost at treeline. 16th July 2009 : Day 05: Ravalikoli - 14 Mod - Manali Duration: 4 hours We descend via the same trail and vehicles will pick us up at 14 Mod to take us back to Manali.
	Thing to carry: •Backpack / rucksack •Warm track pants / trousers and shirts •Good walking / hiking shoes •Flash light with extra batteries •Sunglasses •Suntan lotion and toiletries •Camera (optional) •Water bottle •Warm jacket / pullover •Warm gloves •Warm socks •Raincoat •Prescribed medication if any
	Photos are sourced from indiamike.com forums..

Charges: Rs. 7500 per participant

For registration pay Rs. 3000.00. Remaining Rs. 4500.00 you have to pay before 3rd July 2009

Above Charges includes:
- Budget accommodation in Manali on 1st day.
- Visit to Solang valley, Rohtant Pass.
- Guides, Cook, Porters, Utensils.
- High altitude Tents, sleeping bags.
- Medical firstaid kit.
Above Charges does not includes:
- Bangalore to Manali and back travel.
- Food, sight seeing in Manali.
- Detours or extension of tour.
- Emergency medication or evacuation.

Registration & more information:
http://bmcindia.org/events/himalayan-trek-brighu-lake.html

One Day Trek and Cave Exploring at Antargange - 21st June 2009 - Bangalore, India

Sixty kilometers from Bengaluru, Anthargange in Kolar is a hill range with huge volcanic rocks and boulders scattered all over. Thorny shrubs cover the hill, while there is dense plantation forest at the base. Flight of steps, halfway the hill leads to an ancient temple. The spring at this temple is claimed to wash off your sins. The forty-five minutes hill climbing will keep you panting for breath and opens up for an extensive and beautiful green plateau on the top.

Kolar town, the headquarters of this district was formerly known as Kuvalala. Kolar was the first capital of the Gangas, till about the 4th century A.D. In 1004 A.D., the Cholas annexed Kolar with their empire. Later, Kolar came under the Vijayanagar empire, before being taken over by the British in 1768. In 1792, Kolar was given to Tippu Sultan, by the British. Haidar Ali of Mysore was born around 1722 in the tiny village of Budikote, near Kolar. Haidar Ali died in 1782 during the Mysore Wars. His body was embalmed and lay in state for four months before being moved to a mausoleum built by his son, Tipu Sultan, in the middle of a garden on the island of Srirangapatam.

Anthargange is an ideal location for light trek, rock climbing and camping. Big and small boulders have heaped to form cave like formations offering exhilarating network of cave exploration activity.
(Source: http://www.woodyadventures.com)

Photos from Previous Antargange Trek

Distance: From Bangalore: 60 km

Route: Bangalore - Old Madras Road - Kollar - Antargange

Difficulty level: Moderate combination of plain walk + climbing.

Tentative Schedule:

21st June 2009

07:00AM – 1st Pickup from Symphony Theater, MG Road. 07:15AM – 2nd Pickup from Domlur Bus stop, Airport road. 07:40AM - 3rd Pickup from K R Puram Bus stop. On the way Breakfast, Pack Lunch parcels. 10:30AM - Reach Antargange, briefing, Start trek. 01:00PM – Explore caves, Reach the peak, Lunch, rest, explore. 04:00PM – Start climbing down. 06:00PM – Depart to Bangalore 08:00PM – Reach Bangalore, get drops at the same place as pickup.

To Carry:
- Personal medication (if any)
- Day bag back
- Water bottles (enough to carry at least 2 liters of water)
- A torch with new batteries. (must in case of emergency)
- Energy Food (Chocolate bars, flavored milk, Electrolyte drinks - Glucon-D, etc).
- Rain gear.
- Camera.

Registration & more information:
http://bmcindia.org/events/antargange.html

One Day Trek to Kalwarbetta (Skandagiri) - 20th June 2009 - Bangalore, India

About Kalwarbetta:
Kalwarbetta, 68 Kms from Bangalore is one the hill forts amongst the Nandi Hill ranges. The dilapidated walls of Tipu's fort can be found today on steep Kalwarbetta (Skandagiri), near the village of Kalwara. History says this was a small but strong hill fort. It surrendered to British troops on 19 October 1791. It remained in British hands until the peace treaty of 1792, which concluded of the third Anglo-Mysore war.

This is a tedious trek as the hill is precipitous and high. The trek starts from the Papagni Temple at the foothills of Kalwara village. The fortress of Kalwarbetta is in full sight throughout the walk uphill. This steep and fantastic trek through a maze of dense shrub is highly intriguing. Kalwarbetta is a teaser. Just as you reach the fort wall contended that you have topped the hill, you see another ring of fort. No sooner you reach there; you will find another majestic fort wall waiting to be conquered. There are six such series of stonewalls protecting an abandoned temple on the hilltop.

There are 2 caves, one starts from the base and as per locals, leads to the temple at peak and another one is somewhere midway which is about 30 feet only. Both are yet unexplored, especially the first one. Local say that there are pythons in the caves and had galloped their goats at times. Supposedly, there are 6 Samadhi in that cave.


Distance From Bangalore: 68 km

Route: Bangalore - Chikkaballapur - Mudenhalli - Kalwara Village - Papagni Mutt /Temple.

Difficulty level: Simple but very exhausting.

Tentative Schedule:
20th June 2009
07:00AM – 1st Pickup from Symphony Theater, MG Road.
07:30AM – 2nd Pickup from Mekari Circle.
08:00AM - 3rd Pickup from Hebbal flyover (Hyderabad road), Pack lunch on the way.
10:00AM - Reach Kalwara halli. Start trek
01:00PM – Reach the peak, Lunch, rest, explore.
04:00PM – Start climbing down.
06:00PM – Depart to Bangalore
08:00PM – Reach Bangalore

To Carry:
- Personal medication (if any)
- Day bag back
- Water bottles (enough to carry at least 2 liters of water)
- A torch with new batteries. (must in case of emergency)
- Energy Food (Chocolate bars, flavored milk, Electrolyte drinks - Glucon-D, etc).
- Rain gear.
- Camera.

Registration & more info:
http://bmcindia.org/events/kalwarbetta-skandagiri-trek.htm