Future Treks Kept on Hold
Dear Friends: All future treks announced recently have been kept on hold since are CATS Supreet Dhiman has fallen sick and is unable to coordinate or take calls. We all send our best wishes for her early recovery, but in the meanwhile, we are keeping all treks on hold till further notice. Once Supreet is up and about, we shall let you all know the fresh dates. We deeply regret the inconvenience.
Lecture on Great Himalayan National Park
All the CATS are invited to attend a lecture on the Great Himalayan National Park taking place, at 11am on 11th of Oct'07 at Govt Museum & Art Gallery in Sector 10.
This lecture would be of interest too the CATS who are either leaving for the GHNP trek on 12th of Oct; or are contemplating to go there net year when the park re-opens are the winter.
The speakers are Mr Sanjeeva Pandey (The First Director of GHNP) and the Earth Scientist Mr Payson R Stevens who has put his heart and soul into the GHNP.
Not only will you will learn more about the GHNP, they will be able to answer any of your queries too.
This lecture would be of interest too the CATS who are either leaving for the GHNP trek on 12th of Oct; or are contemplating to go there net year when the park re-opens are the winter.
The speakers are Mr Sanjeeva Pandey (The First Director of GHNP) and the Earth Scientist Mr Payson R Stevens who has put his heart and soul into the GHNP.
Not only will you will learn more about the GHNP, they will be able to answer any of your queries too.
Photo Gallery - Chandigarh Heritage Walk
CATS at the starting line up...
Spot our Kittens walking away with their refreshment boxes
whilst the CATS are yet to touch the finishing ribbon!
And the flame of our War Memorial....
CATS listening in rapt attention to the story behind the making of our War Memorial... with our War Heroes still standing tall behind the CATS...
Some decided to try the Piggy Ride on the way back home :-)
Heritage Walk was over... but curiosity killed many a CAT
We wanted to know more...
We wanted to know what lay beyond the barbed fencing...
Let us all explore OUR HERITAGE in the coming few weeks.
Meow.. Feedback on Chandigarh Heritage Walk
Chandigarh Heritage Walk was a great experience for the CATS yesterday morning.
Around 35 CATS assembled well in time at the Open Hand Memorial, everyone was quite keen to don the Heritage Walk T-Shirts handed out at the time of registration to commemorate the walk. Such was the unanimous solidarity of the CATS that 'one size fits all' T-Shirts were found merrily hugging the biceps, bellies and knees of the CATS.
CAT Pradeep gave a brief insight into the design of the Open Hand sprinkled with anecdotes from Corbusier's life in the 'Trench of Consideration', before marching off towards the War Memorial. As CATS were touching the finishing line, Kittens were found polishing off their refreshment boxes in earnest, since they indulged in their own little race to be the first.
Whilst others Heritage Walkers toddled off after having a bite, CATS spiralled down towards the War Memorial where CAT Pradeep once again offered the inside story of the making of our War Memorial. Arnav was the youngest CAT at 3 and the honour of being the oldest, as always, went to Mr DV Bhatia.
On the way back from the War Memorial, CATS made an unscheduled stop by the fencing around Vidhan Sabha building and learnt many more interesting facts about our City Beautiful. For example - how many of you know that Chandigarh has had a war memorial since the 60's, designed by Corbusier himself. Do you know that Secretariat has a roof top garden?
In fact, such was the curiosity amongst the CATS to learn more about Chandigarh that it was decided to organise a trip specifically around the Capitol Complex itself in the near future.
All in all, a refreshingly knowledgeable morning for all CATS.
CAT Supreet
Around 35 CATS assembled well in time at the Open Hand Memorial, everyone was quite keen to don the Heritage Walk T-Shirts handed out at the time of registration to commemorate the walk. Such was the unanimous solidarity of the CATS that 'one size fits all' T-Shirts were found merrily hugging the biceps, bellies and knees of the CATS.
CAT Pradeep gave a brief insight into the design of the Open Hand sprinkled with anecdotes from Corbusier's life in the 'Trench of Consideration', before marching off towards the War Memorial. As CATS were touching the finishing line, Kittens were found polishing off their refreshment boxes in earnest, since they indulged in their own little race to be the first.
Whilst others Heritage Walkers toddled off after having a bite, CATS spiralled down towards the War Memorial where CAT Pradeep once again offered the inside story of the making of our War Memorial. Arnav was the youngest CAT at 3 and the honour of being the oldest, as always, went to Mr DV Bhatia.
On the way back from the War Memorial, CATS made an unscheduled stop by the fencing around Vidhan Sabha building and learnt many more interesting facts about our City Beautiful. For example - how many of you know that Chandigarh has had a war memorial since the 60's, designed by Corbusier himself. Do you know that Secretariat has a roof top garden?
In fact, such was the curiosity amongst the CATS to learn more about Chandigarh that it was decided to organise a trip specifically around the Capitol Complex itself in the near future.
All in all, a refreshingly knowledgeable morning for all CATS.
CAT Supreet
Heritage Walk Itinerary
7.30 am - Assembly at Open Hand Monument. All CATS must reach the ‘Trench of Consideration’ upon parking their vehicles; which is the sunken amphitheatre from where the Open Hand emerges.
7.45 am - A brief and interesting insight by our fellow CAT Pradeep K Bhagat (Asst. Professor, Chandigarh College of Architecture) into The Open Hand Monument in specific, and The Capitol Complex at large. Immediately after this brief, CATS shall join the rest of the heritage walkers.
8.00 am - Heritage Walk starts from the Open Hand Monument. CAT Pradeep K Bhagat will point out some facts worthy of note pertaining to Chandigarh along the walk
8.25 am - Reach War Memorial and spend some time with our War Heroes
8.35 am - Refreshments
8.45 am - Another interesting brief by CAT Pradeep K Bhagat, taking us through the making of our War Memorial
9.00 am - Either take a walk around the Bougainvillea Gardens OR walk back to the Open Hand Monument towards your cars OR hitch a ride back on one of the ferry vehicles provided by Chandigarh Tourism for the Heritage Walkers
Walk INCLUDES
· Guided walk from Open Hand Monument to War Memorial
· Refreshments upon reaching War Memorial
· Vehicles to ferry the Heritage Walkers back to the Open Hand Monument
Following conditions MUST BE FOLLOWED for the walk
· Please stick to the route of the walk.
· No littering at any stage of the walk.
· Do not damage the flora at the Bougainvillea Gardens.
· Please be prepared to help fellow walkers in case of need.
· Please maintain social decorum and enjoy the walk.
ITEMS RECOMMENDED to be taken for the walk
· Cameras
· Walking Sticks
· Water Bottle
· Sunblock
Suggested CLOTHING for the trek
Comfortable walking boots with thick cotton socks to avoid blisters
Comfortable shorts/track/jogger pants with T-shirts or cotton suits for ease of walking
A cap or hat offers shade from the sun
A bandana or a handkerchief help to rein the hair
Small cotton handkerchiefs/towels to wipe your brow
WORD OF CAUTION - Since this is an event organized by Chandigarh Tourism Dept., CATS would be joining rest of the citizens from the Tri-City in this Heritage Walk.
NB: This walk has been suggested and facilitated to CATS by Chandigarh Tourism and refreshments have been sponsored by State Bank of India.
Guide Map
7.45 am - A brief and interesting insight by our fellow CAT Pradeep K Bhagat (Asst. Professor, Chandigarh College of Architecture) into The Open Hand Monument in specific, and The Capitol Complex at large. Immediately after this brief, CATS shall join the rest of the heritage walkers.
8.00 am - Heritage Walk starts from the Open Hand Monument. CAT Pradeep K Bhagat will point out some facts worthy of note pertaining to Chandigarh along the walk
8.25 am - Reach War Memorial and spend some time with our War Heroes
8.35 am - Refreshments
8.45 am - Another interesting brief by CAT Pradeep K Bhagat, taking us through the making of our War Memorial
9.00 am - Either take a walk around the Bougainvillea Gardens OR walk back to the Open Hand Monument towards your cars OR hitch a ride back on one of the ferry vehicles provided by Chandigarh Tourism for the Heritage Walkers
Walk INCLUDES
· Guided walk from Open Hand Monument to War Memorial
· Refreshments upon reaching War Memorial
· Vehicles to ferry the Heritage Walkers back to the Open Hand Monument
Following conditions MUST BE FOLLOWED for the walk
· Please stick to the route of the walk.
· No littering at any stage of the walk.
· Do not damage the flora at the Bougainvillea Gardens.
· Please be prepared to help fellow walkers in case of need.
· Please maintain social decorum and enjoy the walk.
ITEMS RECOMMENDED to be taken for the walk
· Cameras
· Walking Sticks
· Water Bottle
· Sunblock
Suggested CLOTHING for the trek
Comfortable walking boots with thick cotton socks to avoid blisters
Comfortable shorts/track/jogger pants with T-shirts or cotton suits for ease of walking
A cap or hat offers shade from the sun
A bandana or a handkerchief help to rein the hair
Small cotton handkerchiefs/towels to wipe your brow
WORD OF CAUTION - Since this is an event organized by Chandigarh Tourism Dept., CATS would be joining rest of the citizens from the Tri-City in this Heritage Walk.
NB: This walk has been suggested and facilitated to CATS by Chandigarh Tourism and refreshments have been sponsored by State Bank of India.
Guide Map
CHANDIGARH HERITAGE WALK
Time to spend some time within Chandigarh; a city we are all immensely proud of. Time to ponder over the ones who sacrificed their lives so that future generations can live in honour, peace and prosperity. Time to walk hand in hand with the ones who are working tirelessly to attain the coveted UNESCO Heritage Status for our City Beautiful. We are stringing the heritage of our city with the history of our nation during the Chandigarh Heritage Walk. Would you like to join us?
Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations. Our cultural and natural heritage, are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration. Places as unique and diverse as the wilds of East Africa’s Serengeti, the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and the Baroque cathedrals of Europe and Latin America make up our world’s heritage. Could Chandigarh be next on the list?
Located in sector 1 within the Capitol Complex, Open hand, Chandigarh’s official emblem is one of the most significant monuments of the city. Designed by Le Corbusier in the form of a hand made from metal sheets that rotate like a weathercock, it also indicates the wind direction. This giant hand is 14 metres high and weighs around 50 tonnes. It conveys the social message of peace and unity that is "open to give & open to receive." Capitol Complex in Chandigarh, consists of three main edifices; the Secretariat, the Legislative Assembly and the High Court stand majestically representing themselves as the temples of democracy of free India. There was a plan to build a fourth building also, which was to be the Raj Bhavan, as in the Governor's Palace but later changed to the Museum of Knowledge. However, it has not come into existence as yet.
A unique citizens’ initiative led by The Indian Express and set up by Chandigarh Administration, Chandigarh War Memorial is dedicated to those who laid down their lives defending the country since independence. The names of about 8,500 martyrs from the Army, the Navy and the Air Force belonging to Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Chandigarh are inscribed on its black granite plaques. The memorial, designed by students of the Chandigarh College of Architecture, at the Bougainvillea Garden in Sector 3 is the largest in the country recording the names of post-Independence martyrs. The memorial is semi-circular and has a 22-ft high central sculpture. Unlike other memorials, which are constructed by the armed forces or the government, the Chandigarh War Memorial has been funded entirely through contributions from schoolchildren, housewives to NRIs, corporates etc.
Covering a total area of 20 acres, Chandigarh Bougainvillea Park is located in sector 3. This garden exhibits different varieties of bougainvillea flowers. Set up in 1976, you can spot about 65 distinctive varieties of Bougainvillea shrubs planted there. The park contains creepers that cover a large collection of bowers, arches, pavilions and arcades alongside the fitness tracks and pathways.
Where else, but in Chandigarh, could you and your children just stroll past your City’s heritage and your Nation’s history through a lovely garden in 15 minutes?
Trek Code
004/chd
Name of the Trek
Chandigarh Heritage Walk (Open Hand Monument-War Memorial)
Date of Trekking
Sunday, 07th of Oct’07
Trek
Easy Peasy
Terrain
Flat City Roads
Maximum Height
365mtrs from sea level
Total Trekking Distance
2kms return journey on metalled road
Experience Required
None
Equipment Required
None
Minimum Age
Anyone who can walk 2kms
Period
Dawn or Dusk preferred
Duration
15-20minutes each way at the most
Minimum no. of people
10
Maximum no. of people
100
Distance from Chandigarh
0 Kms
Permissions
Chandigarh Tourism has taken special permission from Chandigarh Police to allow parking facility for everyone who wishes to join the Heritage walk. CATS must ensure that they park their vehicles at appropriate/designated parking around the Open Hand Monument.
Accommodation
n/a
Sustenance on Trek
As part of the Chandigarh Heritage Walk, refreshments would be provided at the War Memorial.
Civil Amenities
Not available at either the starting point or the finishing point.
Activities
None as such, apart from walk around the Bougainvillea Gardens after due respects have been paid at the War Memorial.
Cut-off to join the trek
5pm on Friday, 05th of Oct’07.
Joining Instructions
Send your request by email to CATS.chd@gmail.com, confirming precise number of your family and/or friends joining the walk by the cut-off date. LAST MINUTE WALK-INs would not be entertained by CATS.
Punctuality of time
Adhere to the given times since we would not wait for late arrivals
Cost
None.
Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations. Our cultural and natural heritage, are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration. Places as unique and diverse as the wilds of East Africa’s Serengeti, the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and the Baroque cathedrals of Europe and Latin America make up our world’s heritage. Could Chandigarh be next on the list?
Located in sector 1 within the Capitol Complex, Open hand, Chandigarh’s official emblem is one of the most significant monuments of the city. Designed by Le Corbusier in the form of a hand made from metal sheets that rotate like a weathercock, it also indicates the wind direction. This giant hand is 14 metres high and weighs around 50 tonnes. It conveys the social message of peace and unity that is "open to give & open to receive." Capitol Complex in Chandigarh, consists of three main edifices; the Secretariat, the Legislative Assembly and the High Court stand majestically representing themselves as the temples of democracy of free India. There was a plan to build a fourth building also, which was to be the Raj Bhavan, as in the Governor's Palace but later changed to the Museum of Knowledge. However, it has not come into existence as yet.
A unique citizens’ initiative led by The Indian Express and set up by Chandigarh Administration, Chandigarh War Memorial is dedicated to those who laid down their lives defending the country since independence. The names of about 8,500 martyrs from the Army, the Navy and the Air Force belonging to Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Chandigarh are inscribed on its black granite plaques. The memorial, designed by students of the Chandigarh College of Architecture, at the Bougainvillea Garden in Sector 3 is the largest in the country recording the names of post-Independence martyrs. The memorial is semi-circular and has a 22-ft high central sculpture. Unlike other memorials, which are constructed by the armed forces or the government, the Chandigarh War Memorial has been funded entirely through contributions from schoolchildren, housewives to NRIs, corporates etc.
Covering a total area of 20 acres, Chandigarh Bougainvillea Park is located in sector 3. This garden exhibits different varieties of bougainvillea flowers. Set up in 1976, you can spot about 65 distinctive varieties of Bougainvillea shrubs planted there. The park contains creepers that cover a large collection of bowers, arches, pavilions and arcades alongside the fitness tracks and pathways.
Where else, but in Chandigarh, could you and your children just stroll past your City’s heritage and your Nation’s history through a lovely garden in 15 minutes?
Trek Code
004/chd
Name of the Trek
Chandigarh Heritage Walk (Open Hand Monument-War Memorial)
Date of Trekking
Sunday, 07th of Oct’07
Trek
Easy Peasy
Terrain
Flat City Roads
Maximum Height
365mtrs from sea level
Total Trekking Distance
2kms return journey on metalled road
Experience Required
None
Equipment Required
None
Minimum Age
Anyone who can walk 2kms
Period
Dawn or Dusk preferred
Duration
15-20minutes each way at the most
Minimum no. of people
10
Maximum no. of people
100
Distance from Chandigarh
0 Kms
Permissions
Chandigarh Tourism has taken special permission from Chandigarh Police to allow parking facility for everyone who wishes to join the Heritage walk. CATS must ensure that they park their vehicles at appropriate/designated parking around the Open Hand Monument.
Accommodation
n/a
Sustenance on Trek
As part of the Chandigarh Heritage Walk, refreshments would be provided at the War Memorial.
Civil Amenities
Not available at either the starting point or the finishing point.
Activities
None as such, apart from walk around the Bougainvillea Gardens after due respects have been paid at the War Memorial.
Cut-off to join the trek
5pm on Friday, 05th of Oct’07.
Joining Instructions
Send your request by email to CATS.chd@gmail.com, confirming precise number of your family and/or friends joining the walk by the cut-off date. LAST MINUTE WALK-INs would not be entertained by CATS.
Punctuality of time
Adhere to the given times since we would not wait for late arrivals
Cost
None.
Things to remember on the trek !
Trek Cost includes:
* Transportation to & fro Goshaini
* All trekking equipment
* Permits to the Great Himalayan National Park
* Stay at Sai Ropa in Dormitories and twin/triple sharing tents at Rolla and Khorli Poi
* All vegetarian food, Eggs for breakfast
* All staff including cook, porters and guide. Personal porter would be charged extra. The participants would have to carry their own sleeping bags which would be provided at the Sai Ropa campus.
The cost does not include:
* Any other pit stop expenses incurred during traveling to and fro Chandigarh, apart from a lunch and 2 tea breaks each way.
* Fuel money which needs to be shared by all the members in each car.
* Any other expenses other than mentioned above.
* Personal Porter will cost you Rs.300 per day
* Camera charges are Rs.50 per day.
Following conditions MUST BE FOLLOWED inside GHNP:
* No shooting, hunting and teasing of wild animals
* Carrying of arms/ammunition is prohibited
* No littering at any stage of the trek
* Do not damage the flora * No loud speakers or music system is permitted
ITEMS RECOMMENDED to be taken:
* A thick jacket, Pullover, Windcheater
* Cameras, Binoculars, Umbrellas, Walking Sticks
* Packed Food/eatables, Water Bottles
* Waste Bin liners to collect all your rubbish
* Small rucksack to carry personal stuff such as torch, lip balms, insect repellants, sunscreen lotion, moisturiser etc.
Suggested CLOTHING for the trek:
* WEAR LAYERS rather than thick/heavy clothes.
* Comfortable walking boots with thick cotton socks to avoid blisters
* Comfortable shorts/track/jogger pants with T-shirts or cotton suits for ease of trekking
* A cap or hat offers shade from the sun
* Small cotton handkerchiefs/towels to wipe your brow
NB: This trek has been facilitated to CATS; courtesy –
* CATS would be assisted by staff of an NGO, Society for Scientific Advancement of Hills & Rural Areas (SAHARA) during the trek; under the guidance of Mr Ankit Sood.
Itinerary for the Trek
Day 01 - 12th October 7.30am Assembly and Registration at Hotel Chandigarh Beckons, Sec.42
Day 01 - 12th October 8.00am Departure for Sai Ropa from Hotel Chandigarh Beckons
Day 01 - 12th October Arrival Evening at the Forest Rest House at Sai Ropa after a six hour drive from Chandigarh. Freshen up followed by Orientation: By Mr. Ankit Sood through a DVD slide movie titled ‘Voices and Choices’ which would be projected over an Lcd projector. The participants can buy maps, books after that for getting more information on this newest national park in India. Possibility of Night Trekking activity, depending upon the member’s decision and energy levels. Evening will be sleeping in dormitories and rooms. Sai Ropa: 1300 meters
Day 02 - 13th October Early breakfast: Today we start the trek into the GHNP. The participants would be required to take sleeping bags and water along with their packed lunch. Proceed by vehicles to Goshaini (1500 m), 9 km easy walk to Rolla (2100 m). Packed Lunch served with hot tea at the entrance of the national park where one would sit by the Tirthan river. Activity at Rolla Camp would be Rock Climbing and Star Gazing. Overnight camping in tents at Rolla. Bonfire Dinner.
Day03 - 14th October Rolla to Khorli Poi (3000 meters) This is an 8 km moderate trek uphill to Khorli Poi which takes us through an amazingly thick jungle full of monals, deers and wild animals. Overnight camping in tents at Khorli Poi.
Day04 - 15th October Walk back from Khorli Poi to Rolla
Day05 - 16th October Return from Rolla to Goshaini – Nature walk en route alongside Teerthan river. Today we would start early morning for a sprint down to road ahead. Packed Lunch enroute. The participants would be served hot tea with snacks on arrival at Sai Ropa . Evening activity would consist of river crossing or Rapelling depending on the energy levels of the group. Evening Dinner and farewell party by the SAHARA staff.
Day 06 - 17th October Early morning departure after breakfast for Chandigarh.
Day 06 - 17th October Expected arrival back in Chandigarh is evening, with pit stops for lunch/tea breaks en route from Sai Ropa.
* Please be advised that detailed timings can not be provided. Since this is the trek for the members, the physical agility, mood and activities undertaken by the members would command the time taken at each leg of the trek.
Day 01 - 12th October 8.00am Departure for Sai Ropa from Hotel Chandigarh Beckons
Day 01 - 12th October Arrival Evening at the Forest Rest House at Sai Ropa after a six hour drive from Chandigarh. Freshen up followed by Orientation: By Mr. Ankit Sood through a DVD slide movie titled ‘Voices and Choices’ which would be projected over an Lcd projector. The participants can buy maps, books after that for getting more information on this newest national park in India. Possibility of Night Trekking activity, depending upon the member’s decision and energy levels. Evening will be sleeping in dormitories and rooms. Sai Ropa: 1300 meters
Day 02 - 13th October Early breakfast: Today we start the trek into the GHNP. The participants would be required to take sleeping bags and water along with their packed lunch. Proceed by vehicles to Goshaini (1500 m), 9 km easy walk to Rolla (2100 m). Packed Lunch served with hot tea at the entrance of the national park where one would sit by the Tirthan river. Activity at Rolla Camp would be Rock Climbing and Star Gazing. Overnight camping in tents at Rolla. Bonfire Dinner.
Day03 - 14th October Rolla to Khorli Poi (3000 meters) This is an 8 km moderate trek uphill to Khorli Poi which takes us through an amazingly thick jungle full of monals, deers and wild animals. Overnight camping in tents at Khorli Poi.
Day04 - 15th October Walk back from Khorli Poi to Rolla
Day05 - 16th October Return from Rolla to Goshaini – Nature walk en route alongside Teerthan river. Today we would start early morning for a sprint down to road ahead. Packed Lunch enroute. The participants would be served hot tea with snacks on arrival at Sai Ropa . Evening activity would consist of river crossing or Rapelling depending on the energy levels of the group. Evening Dinner and farewell party by the SAHARA staff.
Day 06 - 17th October Early morning departure after breakfast for Chandigarh.
Day 06 - 17th October Expected arrival back in Chandigarh is evening, with pit stops for lunch/tea breaks en route from Sai Ropa.
* Please be advised that detailed timings can not be provided. Since this is the trek for the members, the physical agility, mood and activities undertaken by the members would command the time taken at each leg of the trek.
Great Himalayan National Park - Trek Facts
Name of the Trek: Sai Ropa – Goshaini – Rolla – Khorli Poi
(Tirthan Wildlife Sanctuary - Great Himalayan National Park)
Very few things are more beautiful than the loveliness of the woods before sunrise and this is where CATS is organizing its fourth trek. Trees have from time immemorial been closely associated with magic. These stout members of the vegetable kingdom may stand for as long as a thousand years, and tower far above our mortal heads. An untouched forest, studded with trees of all ages, sizes and types, is more than a mysterious, magical place – it is a vast energy reservoir of nature. Forests once stood tall over the entire landmass of our planet.
Today, they are fighting what can be called as their last battle for survival. Onslaught of humanity is undermining the health of forest ecosystems at the peril of its own future generations.
This amazing trek at the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) seeks to expose the minds to the mystique of forests as vibrant ecosystems. Another aim of this program is to make the participants realise the critical role of forests in maintaining the viability and vitality of earth as a living planet.
History is replete with the examples of individuals who even gave up thrones for the bliss of a forest. Time spent in exploring a forest is an investment into one’s future. It can also be a wonderfully different way to learn about the realities of nature that constitute the foundation of human existence. The Program at GHNP exposes the participants to physical and intellectual challenges posed by a forest while also respecting their personal limits. It also seeks to enable them to discover, understand and enjoy the incredible charisma of nature.
Trek Code 003/chd/hp/ghnp
Name of the Trek
Sai Ropa – Goshaini – Rolla – Khorli Poi
Date of Trekking
12th Oct’07 – 17th Oct’07 (12th & 17th for traveling to and fro Chandigarh. Actual trekking and other activities 13th Oct’07 – 16th Oct’07)
Trek
Easy to Moderate
Maximum Height
10,000 feet above sea level
Total Trekking Distance
38 kms in 4 days
Experience Required
Moderate
Equipment Required
None
Period
March to October
Duration
6 Days
Minimum no. of people
5
Maximum no. of people
20
Suggested Age Bracket
18yrs+
Kids allowed
NO
Distance from Chandigarh
250 Kms
Permissions
Required and will be organized by NGO SAHARA, who will also take care of all the logistical arrangements within the GHNP
Accommodation
Sai Ropa: dormitories. Inside GHNP camp (twin and triple sharing tents)
Sustenance on Trek
Nil
Civil Amenities
Mobile toilets would be provided throughout but shower/bath facilities are available only at Sai Ropa. So have a good scrub before you leave Sai Ropa and head into the GHNP
Activities
Rock Climbing, Night Trekking, River Crossing, Rappelling, Watching wildlife documentaries, Birding, trekking
Cut-off to join the trek
Friday, 05th of Oct’07 by 5pm
Cost
COST TO BE SHARED BY PARTICIPATING MEMBERS
Transportation Cost to be shared by participating members since decision has been made to take private vehicles for this trek. (Hiring and then keeping the taxis idle for 4 days whilst we trek would be stupendously high). Fuel expenditure will be split between the passengers in each car.
Breakdown of confirmed costs is as below:
Rs 5000 /= per head for a group of 15 to 20 people.
Rs 5500 /= per head for a group of 10-15 people
Rs 6000/= per head for a group till 10 people
Members to confirm their participation in this trek by Friday, 05th of Oct’07 by 5pm with Mr Vishal Kalia (9988729090). Depending upon how many confirm, we will advise the members the precise trek fee which they must deposit with Mr Vishal Kalia by Monday, 08th of Oct’07 by 5pm at Chandigarh Institute of Hotel Management. Since, this is a ‘dutch money’ trip, there is no room for last minute walk-ins. CATS will not be able to entertain refunds either.
Joining Instructions
Send your request by email to CATS.chd@gmail.com, confirming precise number of your family and/or friends joining the trek by the cut-off date. LAST
MINUTE WALK-INs would not be entertained
Punctuality of time
Adhere to the given times since Team would not wait for any late arrivals
Points of Contact
For local management of the trek - Mr Vishal Kalia (9988729090)
For information about the trek – CAT Geetu Garewal (9815012013)
(Tirthan Wildlife Sanctuary - Great Himalayan National Park)
Very few things are more beautiful than the loveliness of the woods before sunrise and this is where CATS is organizing its fourth trek. Trees have from time immemorial been closely associated with magic. These stout members of the vegetable kingdom may stand for as long as a thousand years, and tower far above our mortal heads. An untouched forest, studded with trees of all ages, sizes and types, is more than a mysterious, magical place – it is a vast energy reservoir of nature. Forests once stood tall over the entire landmass of our planet.
Today, they are fighting what can be called as their last battle for survival. Onslaught of humanity is undermining the health of forest ecosystems at the peril of its own future generations.
This amazing trek at the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) seeks to expose the minds to the mystique of forests as vibrant ecosystems. Another aim of this program is to make the participants realise the critical role of forests in maintaining the viability and vitality of earth as a living planet.
History is replete with the examples of individuals who even gave up thrones for the bliss of a forest. Time spent in exploring a forest is an investment into one’s future. It can also be a wonderfully different way to learn about the realities of nature that constitute the foundation of human existence. The Program at GHNP exposes the participants to physical and intellectual challenges posed by a forest while also respecting their personal limits. It also seeks to enable them to discover, understand and enjoy the incredible charisma of nature.
Trek Code 003/chd/hp/ghnp
Name of the Trek
Sai Ropa – Goshaini – Rolla – Khorli Poi
Date of Trekking
12th Oct’07 – 17th Oct’07 (12th & 17th for traveling to and fro Chandigarh. Actual trekking and other activities 13th Oct’07 – 16th Oct’07)
Trek
Easy to Moderate
Maximum Height
10,000 feet above sea level
Total Trekking Distance
38 kms in 4 days
Experience Required
Moderate
Equipment Required
None
Period
March to October
Duration
6 Days
Minimum no. of people
5
Maximum no. of people
20
Suggested Age Bracket
18yrs+
Kids allowed
NO
Distance from Chandigarh
250 Kms
Permissions
Required and will be organized by NGO SAHARA, who will also take care of all the logistical arrangements within the GHNP
Accommodation
Sai Ropa: dormitories. Inside GHNP camp (twin and triple sharing tents)
Sustenance on Trek
Nil
Civil Amenities
Mobile toilets would be provided throughout but shower/bath facilities are available only at Sai Ropa. So have a good scrub before you leave Sai Ropa and head into the GHNP
Activities
Rock Climbing, Night Trekking, River Crossing, Rappelling, Watching wildlife documentaries, Birding, trekking
Cut-off to join the trek
Friday, 05th of Oct’07 by 5pm
Cost
COST TO BE SHARED BY PARTICIPATING MEMBERS
Transportation Cost to be shared by participating members since decision has been made to take private vehicles for this trek. (Hiring and then keeping the taxis idle for 4 days whilst we trek would be stupendously high). Fuel expenditure will be split between the passengers in each car.
Breakdown of confirmed costs is as below:
Rs 5000 /= per head for a group of 15 to 20 people.
Rs 5500 /= per head for a group of 10-15 people
Rs 6000/= per head for a group till 10 people
Members to confirm their participation in this trek by Friday, 05th of Oct’07 by 5pm with Mr Vishal Kalia (9988729090). Depending upon how many confirm, we will advise the members the precise trek fee which they must deposit with Mr Vishal Kalia by Monday, 08th of Oct’07 by 5pm at Chandigarh Institute of Hotel Management. Since, this is a ‘dutch money’ trip, there is no room for last minute walk-ins. CATS will not be able to entertain refunds either.
Joining Instructions
Send your request by email to CATS.chd@gmail.com, confirming precise number of your family and/or friends joining the trek by the cut-off date. LAST
MINUTE WALK-INs would not be entertained
Punctuality of time
Adhere to the given times since Team would not wait for any late arrivals
Points of Contact
For local management of the trek - Mr Vishal Kalia (9988729090)
For information about the trek – CAT Geetu Garewal (9815012013)
The Great Himalayan National Park
Just to let you know that a 5-6 days trek is being organised in the wilderness of The Great National Himalayan Park, commencing from 12th of October.
This one will be a 'dutch money' trek with all the expenses jointly shared by the participating CATS. You can find more information about the park from the following website http://www.greathimalayannationalpark.com/
Keep your eyes peeled for the detailed factsheet to be ready by tomorrow.
This one will be a 'dutch money' trek with all the expenses jointly shared by the participating CATS. You can find more information about the park from the following website http://www.greathimalayannationalpark.com/
Keep your eyes peeled for the detailed factsheet to be ready by tomorrow.
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