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Saturday, September 17, 2011

VRangers Lohagad Trek on 25 Sep 2011.


Trek: Lohgad.
Region: Lonavla.
Height: 3400 ft
Grade: Easy.
Type: Hill Fort.
Cost: Rs. 220/-
.
Last Date for Registration: - 23rd Sep 2011 till 5 PM

Hisory:
Lohagad (literally "Iron fort" in Marathi) is one of the many hill forts of Chatrapati Shivaji. It divides the basins of the Indrayani and Pavna and is situated on a side range of the Sahyadris. The Visapur fort is located on its eastern side. The four large gates of Lohagad are still in good condition and reasonably intact. Historical records show that in the later Peshwa period, Nana Phadnavis (1742-1800 AD) built several structures in the fort such as a big tank and a step-well (bawali). 


On the west side, there is a long and narrow wall-like fortified spur called Vinchukata (Marathi for Scorpion's tail) because of shape.Lohagad has a long history with several dynasties occupying it at different periods of time: Satavahanas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Yadavas, Bahamanis, Nizamshahis, Mughals and Marathas. Shivaji captured it in 1648 CE, but he was forced to surrender it to the Mughals in 1665 CE by the Treaty of Purandar. Shivaji recaptured the fort in 1670 CE and used it for keeping his treasury.

Trek Schedule :-
The journey starts with the Indrayani express. People interested should catch this  train from respective stations with ticket till Malavli & meet at lonavala station. (Plz get your respected stations at least half an hour earlier, as there might be a long queue for the tickets).
The charges for this trek is Rs 220/- each, Which includes Breakfast, lunch & expertise charges.

Train Timings :- Indrayani Express
Dadar – 5.51 am
Thane – 6.14 am
Kalyan – 6.35 am
Lonavla – 8.00 am

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 (3 Ltrs).
3. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)
4. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits, Plate, spoon, glass (compulsory).
5. Torch with extra batteries, Old Newspapers(compulsory).
6. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, Mosquito’s cream.
7. A good trekking shoes, wind cheater.

VRangers Rules & Regulation:
http://vrangerstreks.blogspot.com/2010/09/rules-and-regulation-of-vrangers.html .


Pics of Lohagad trek:
Shekhar:98192 43836.
Ananda 98922 19155.
Sarita 98928 57368.


plz do sms if call not received.


Cheerrrsss…!!!

Thursday, September 8, 2011

VRangers Kulang Trek on 17th ngt-18th Sep 2011.

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.
Kulang offers the highest climb from its base to the top in the Sahyadris.The huge rocky terrain, falling steeply to the Konkan presents grand sight.

Date: 17 Ngt +18 Sep 2011.
Region: Igatpuri.
Height: 4822 ft (approx)
Grade: Medium
Type: Hill Fort.
Cost: Rs. 500/-.
Last Date for Registration: - 15th Sep 2011 till 5 PM.
Kulang Trek

Trek Schedule:

Our journey starts with the last kasara local on Saturday 17 Sep 2011. The
timings of this local with respect to the central line stations are as
follows.

Kasara Slow Local (N):
CST: 11.15 pm
Bycalla: 11.25 pm
Dadar: 11.35
Kurla: 11.45
Ghatkopar: 11.50
Bhandup: 12.01 am
Thane: 12.12 am
Dombivali: 12.33 am
Kalyan: 12.40
Titwala: 01.01 am
Asangaon: 1.23 am
Kasara: 02.01 am

From here we will move to
Kurung wadi (base village of Kulang) by private vehicle. We will start our trek from here.The charges for the trek includes breakfast, travelling from kasara to kasara and refreshment.


Payment Details:-
For CONFIRMATION of your registration please deposit Rs. 350/-(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.

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 (3 Ltrs).
3. Lunch for the Day.
4. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry (at own risk)
5. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits, Plate, spoon, glass (compulsory).
6. Torch with extra batteries, Old Newspapers(compulsory).
7. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, Mosquito’s cream.
8. A good trekking shoes, wind cheater.

VRangers Rules & Regulation:
http://vrangerstreks.blogspot.com/2010/09/rules-and-regulation-of-vrangers.html .

Pics of Kulang trek:

https://picasaweb.google.com/113758230915020167614/Kulang02#
https://picasaweb.google.com/107722780693391678505/Kulang#
https://picasaweb.google.com/109750979890676492223/Kulang#

For Reg. & more details, contact Our Rangers
Sarita 98928 57368.
Ananda 98922 19155.
Nilesh 9819775119.


plz do sms if call not received.


Cheerrrsss…!!!