So
you are planning an adventure within the Sahyadri mountain range, but not
sure about the adventure options that the vast Sahyadris have got in store
for you? The first in the list of adventure activities over here is
Trekking. Whether it is the harsh and rough climate of the Western Ghats
or the green pastures, the high mountain zones is a trekker's paradise.
This is where you can keep yourself updated with Chakram Hiker’s current
treks and other activities.
SPECIAL LECTURE SERIES ON 26-28 SEPTEMBER - ADMISSION FREE - SPONSORED BY LAGU BANDHU
Programme : Lecture Series / Vyakhyaanmaala by the renowned Historian Shri Ninad Bedekar on the various Facets of Shivaji
Place : Suyog Society Hall, Sant Dnyaneshwar Marg, MUlund East, Mumbai
Dates & Subjects:
Friday, 26/9/08 - 8.00 to 10.00 pm - Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Sahyadri
Saturday, 27/9/08 - 8.00 to 10.00 pm - Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and the Sea
Sunday, 28/9/08 - 6.00 to 7.30 pm - Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Kavi Bhushan
Sunday, 28/9/08 - 8.00 to 10.00 pm - Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and his Organising Skills
Note : All are cordially invited to take advantage of this unique opportunity to listen to Shri Ninad Bedekar who shares his knowledge
about Shivaji and various aspects about his life, skills and achievements
Date : Sept 20-21
Place : Shivneri - Nimgiri - Hadsar
Grade : Easy
Leader : Vinay Kulkarni (Contact – 99690 62604)
Cost : Rs. 600/- + Rs. 20/- (Guest fee)
Note : Trek through the triple forts, with special importance to Shivneri - the birth place of Shivaji. Leader to be contacted atleast 7 days prior to the trek
Date : Oct 4-5
Place :Kamalgad - Kenjalgad
Grade : Medium Difficulty
Leader : Ameya Gokhale(Contact – 98908 17515)
Cost : Rs. 500/- + Rs. 20/- (Guest Fee)
Note : Two lovely forts on the banks of the Dhom Reservoir. Leader to be contacted at least 7 days prior to the trek
Date : Oct 4-5
Place : Kaas - Tapola
Grade : Easy
Leader : Jagannath Raul (Contact – 98679 80368)
Cost : Rs. 800/- + Rs. 20/- (Guest Fee)
Note : The valley of flowers of Maharashtra - Kaas Plateau and Kaas Lake. Special Trek for the Photography Enthusiasts. Leader to be contacted atleast 7 days prior to the trek
Date : Oct 11-12
Place : Korlai - Phansad Sanctuary
Grade : Easy
Leader : Vinay Kulkarni(Contact –99690 62604)
Cost : Rs. 650/- + Rs. 20/- (Guest fee)
Note : A pictureseque fort guarding the Salav Khadi near Revdanda along with a visit to the Phansad Sanctuary. Leader to be contacted at least 15 days prior to the trek
Date : Oct 18-19
Place : Nagphani - Umbarkhind
Grade : Easy
Leader : Parag Thorat (Contact – 98339 07928)
Cost : Rs. 170/- + Rs. 10/- (Guest fee)
Note : A trek through the historic Umbarkhind which witnessed the defeat of Kartalabkhan
Date : Nov 1-2
Place : Tailbaila - Savashni Ghat - Sudhagad
Grade : Easy
Leader : Milind Kadam (Contact – 97696 98656)
Cost : Rs. 400/- + Rs. 20/- (Guest fee)
Note : Tailbaila - One of the forts having the unique Dyke Formation, a picturesque Savarni Ghat and the visit to the huge Sudhagad Fort. Leader to be contacted at least 7 days prior to the trek
Date : Nov 1-2
Place : Mumbai - Wai - Satara - Aundh - Mumbai
Grade : Easy
Leader : Ashutosh Salvekar (Contact – 98693 82703)
Cost : Rs. 300/- + Rs. 20/- (Guest Fee) Travel Expenses Extra
Note : Motorcycle Trek from the Varanda Ghat and back via the Tamhini Ghat. Leader to be contacted atleast 7 days prior to the trek
Date : Nov 8-9
Place : Rawlya - Jawlya
Grade : Easy
Leader : Ameya Gokhale (Contact – 98908 17515)
Cost : Rs. 600/- + Rs. 20/- (Guest Fee)
Note : Twin forts in the Ajintha - Saatmaal Range near Saptashrungi. Leader to be contacted atleast 7 days prior to the trek
Date : Nov 15
Place : Slide Show
Presenters : Ashutosh Salvekar / Jagannath Raul
Place : Vidya Prabhodhini English School, Mulund East,
Time : 8.30 pm
Subject : Pindari - Kafni Gracier & Manali Beas Kund Treks
Cost : Free Admission
Date : Nov 22 - 23
Place : Purandar - Vajragad - Malhargad
Grade : Easy
Leader : Vinay Kulkarni (Contact – 99690 62604)
Cost : Rs. 500/- + Rs. 20/- (Guest Fee)
Note : Forts near the Saswad Region which saw the unprecedented courage of Murar Baji. Leader to be contacted atleast 7 days prior to the trek
Date : Dec 13 - 15
Place : Chakdev - Parbat (limited to only 25 participants)
Grade : Medium Difficulty
Leader : Rajendra Mahajan (Contact – 98334 85456)
Cost : Rs. 650/- + Rs. 20/- (Guest Fee)
Note : The religious centres with the ancient temple of Jom Mallikarjun near Khed in the Konkan Region. Leader to be contacted atleast 15 days prior to the trek
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