VRangers Thrilling trek to Bhairavgad (Moroshi) on 5th Feb 2012.

Bhairavgad

As one travel from Malshej ghat road from Kalyan to Malshej ghat, one can clearly see sharp wall like pinnacle separated from main range near Moroshi. Bhairavgad is a prominent fort which rises steeply from konkan range making it a difficult and tricky fort to climb.

Trek: Bhairavgad (Moroshi)

Height: 2835 ft .
Region: Malshej.
Grade: Medium.
Cost: Rs. 400/- 
Max.Participation: 20 ppl.

Last  date for reg. 1^st feb 2012

Rock patch

The top of the fort is created by the geological structure known as a dyke and the final stage on the rock mass is very fascinating. Dykes in Sahyadri are probably representation of fracture into which ancient magma was injected. Non resistant rock got eroded away and the one which were more resistant have appeared as great walls.

Steps

Bhairavgad happens to be only fort built on a dyke making it a must see wonder for trekkers. This fort must have been very important as it holds very strategic location looking on the ghat and paths to Mahali and junnar forts range. The exact origin of fort is not known but the style indicates that the fort dates back to Bhoj dynasty. Carved steps are the study point for this hill fort. Water tank at east side is also subject of study, how to preserve the water which is draining from the hill.

Pics of Bhairavgad (Moroshi) trek:   
https://picasaweb.google.com/104573811874280785247/BhairavgadMoroshi?authuser=0&feat=directlink

Trek Schedule:

The journey starts with the Ambernath slow local as per  given train times below. People interested should catch this local from their respective stations and meet us at kalyan ST depot near inquiry counter.

**Rescheduled Time and Meeting Place:-  We are gathering at Dombivali station at 6.25 am by same local near platform no.1 instead of Kalyan station.

06.40 am: Kalyan ST depot near inquiry counter.

06.45 am: start travelling by private vehicle From Dombivali.

09.00 am: Moroshi

09.10 am: Breakfast

09.30 am: Start Ascending

11.00 am: Near caves

12.15  pm: Top of the fort

01.15 pm: Start descending

We’ll halt near caves for a lunch

03.30pm: Moroshi

06.00 pm: Kalyan(tentative)

The charges of the trek include breakfast, traveling fromKalyan to Kalyan by private vehicle.  

Train Timings:

(Ambernath
 slow Local)
CST 5.05 am
Byculla 5.12 am
Dadar 5.22am
Sion 5.29 am
Kurla 5.33 am
Ghatkopar 5.39 am
Bhandup 5.49 am
Thane 5.59 am
Diva 6.13 am
Dombivali 6.22 am
Kalyan 6.32 am

The charges of the trek include breakfast, traveling fromKalyan to Kalyan by private vehicle.

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. 

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.

5. Electoral / Enerzyl powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (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.

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.

Ananda 9892219155.

plz do sms if call not received.

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