For most of the people who trekked on Sunday morning to the rolling greens of Nepli forest, it was an out-of-the-world experience! Besides being commended for its exceptional management, this truly was a journey of a lifetime.
The CATS (as I would like to call every member of CATS) nimble-footed walked gracefully in the narrow jungle tracks...silently...in sojourn with their own self.
The young ones helped the elders negotiate the curves and humps, while the children discovered a new closeness with their parents.
For many young parents, who remain busy throughout in the fast-paced world of mundane activities, this trek with their children was another eye opener, as they found new friends.
A software engineer, J.K. Menon thanked "for helping me become the best friend of my daughter Oorja".
For the always-young-at-heart former bureaucrat D.V. Bhatia and his wife Dr. Nirmal Bhatia, "it was a great learning experience for both of us".
Fang from China who has made Ludhiana his home, gave 11 out of 10 for the trek for the experience that it provided.
Sanjay learnt the message of protecting and respecting Nature by keeping all the toffee wrappers in his pocket during the hike rather than throwing carelessly in the jungle, while Ronnie carried his own little rubbish bag with him.
Hip Hip Hooray to all of you. Or "Three Meows" to all of you as Mr Vivek Atray sends his cheers to all.
And there were 98 of them...each one of them bringing back their own sweet memories and learnings from this trek...and discovering themselves indeed. CJ
Showing posts with label Trek 1: Nepli. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Trek 1: Nepli. Show all posts
Ist Trek: Grand Success
Wow...the first trek was a tremendous success. Over 100 people from two-and-a-half year old to 71 years joined. Every body reached Chandigarh Beckons in the morning and they simply joined in to help with the Registration.
Our special thanks to everyone,especially Mr. Vivek Atray, Director Tourism, Mr. Ishwar Singh, Director, Forests Department, and the Chandigarh Institute of Hotel Management for organising the breakfast. We also owe thanks to Mr. D.S. Bedi, Principal, Shivalik Public School of Mohali who lent us two buses for the transportation of the CATS members.
And no wonder, Supreet Dhiman deserves all the kudos who was working out the minutest details of the trek for the last one week, and even could not catch a wink the night before.
We request everyone, whosoever took any photograph of the event, to send in the pix on email so that we can share with others. We shall also welcome your comments.
There had been requests from the people to have a trek every fourth Sunday of the month. Good. We shall definitely come up with the calendar and keep you informed.
Trekking is indeed the most lively outdoor experience that teaches you team spirit, leadership, and more significantly, respect for Nature.
Till next time...cheers! CJ
Our special thanks to everyone,especially Mr. Vivek Atray, Director Tourism, Mr. Ishwar Singh, Director, Forests Department, and the Chandigarh Institute of Hotel Management for organising the breakfast. We also owe thanks to Mr. D.S. Bedi, Principal, Shivalik Public School of Mohali who lent us two buses for the transportation of the CATS members.
And no wonder, Supreet Dhiman deserves all the kudos who was working out the minutest details of the trek for the last one week, and even could not catch a wink the night before.
We request everyone, whosoever took any photograph of the event, to send in the pix on email so that we can share with others. We shall also welcome your comments.
There had been requests from the people to have a trek every fourth Sunday of the month. Good. We shall definitely come up with the calendar and keep you informed.
Trekking is indeed the most lively outdoor experience that teaches you team spirit, leadership, and more significantly, respect for Nature.
Till next time...cheers! CJ
Get Ready for Action
Let me tell each and every participant in CATS' first trek to Nepli on 2nd September, that there had been a really tremendous response. There would be approximately 90 enthusiasts joining in the first trek. Welcome aboard.
Let's remember that this is not a Sunday PICNIC. This is a trek in which each one of us has to join to make this expedition a success. It is a rough nature trail, so be ready to experience the outdoors, and enjoy the Nature in its prestine glory.
We must mention that all of us hereby indemnify the Chandigarh Administration, the organisers at CATS, and STEPS, from any accidental injury, trips and falls, or any untoward incident, and we are joining in this trip at our own free will.
We are grateful that many of you have volunteered to take care of morning registration at the hotel, first-aid duties during the trek, supervising the breakfast, as well as being the group leaders.
We are assigning group leaders for every 20 odd members, and shall therefore appreciate your full cooperation and support in sticking with your group, and follow only the prescribed trek without any digression.
We are also planning some fun activities for the participants at the Inspection Bungalow.
We shall appreciate your cooperation...and make it an enjoyable experience for everyone.
Let's remember that this is not a Sunday PICNIC. This is a trek in which each one of us has to join to make this expedition a success. It is a rough nature trail, so be ready to experience the outdoors, and enjoy the Nature in its prestine glory.
We must mention that all of us hereby indemnify the Chandigarh Administration, the organisers at CATS, and STEPS, from any accidental injury, trips and falls, or any untoward incident, and we are joining in this trip at our own free will.
We are grateful that many of you have volunteered to take care of morning registration at the hotel, first-aid duties during the trek, supervising the breakfast, as well as being the group leaders.
We are assigning group leaders for every 20 odd members, and shall therefore appreciate your full cooperation and support in sticking with your group, and follow only the prescribed trek without any digression.
We are also planning some fun activities for the participants at the Inspection Bungalow.
We shall appreciate your cooperation...and make it an enjoyable experience for everyone.
Things to Remember on Your Trek!
All the trekkers on the CATS first foray into the Nepli forest are requested to respect Nature and carefully note the instructions :
• No shooting, hunting and teasing of wild animals
• Carrying of arms/ammunition is prohibited
• No littering at any stage of the trek, including the Inspection Hut and Watch Tower breaks
• Do not damage the flora
• No loud speakers or music system is permitted
• Carrying of plastic bags and containers inside the Sanctuary in strictly prohibited
• No cooking or lighting of fire is permitted
You can carry with you
• Cameras
• Binoculars
• Umbrellas
• Walking Sticks
• Packed Food/eatables
• Water Bottle
• Waste Bin liners to collect all your rubbish
Suggested CLOTHING for the trek
• Comfortable walking shoes 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
For any further information just contact us.
• No shooting, hunting and teasing of wild animals
• Carrying of arms/ammunition is prohibited
• No littering at any stage of the trek, including the Inspection Hut and Watch Tower breaks
• Do not damage the flora
• No loud speakers or music system is permitted
• Carrying of plastic bags and containers inside the Sanctuary in strictly prohibited
• No cooking or lighting of fire is permitted
You can carry with you
• Cameras
• Binoculars
• Umbrellas
• Walking Sticks
• Packed Food/eatables
• Water Bottle
• Waste Bin liners to collect all your rubbish
Suggested CLOTHING for the trek
• Comfortable walking shoes 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
For any further information just contact us.
Itinerary for Trek 1 to Nepli
Itinerary for the Day
5.45 am Assembly at Hotel Chandigarh Beckons, Sec.42
6.00 am Departure for Nepli Forests from Hotel Chandigarh Beckons.
6.25 am Arrival at Nepli Gate (from Saketri Village side)
6.30 am Start trekking towards Nepli Inspection Hut via Nathewala
7.20 am Finish first leg at the Watch Tower, from where you can see your City Beautiful, on a clear day.
7.45 am Finish second leg at Nepli Inspection Hut
8.00 am Breakfast at the sprawling lawns of Nepli Inspection Hut
8.30 am Fun break around the Nepli Inspection Hut in its gardens, boating at adjoining waterbody, play group games or simply explore the forest area.
9.30 am Set off on the last leg by trekking back to the bus
9.45 am Board the bus at Ghareri (Bare Patharon wala dam) to return to Hotel Chandigarh Beckons.
10.15 am Depart for home.
5.45 am Assembly at Hotel Chandigarh Beckons, Sec.42
6.00 am Departure for Nepli Forests from Hotel Chandigarh Beckons.
6.25 am Arrival at Nepli Gate (from Saketri Village side)
6.30 am Start trekking towards Nepli Inspection Hut via Nathewala
7.20 am Finish first leg at the Watch Tower, from where you can see your City Beautiful, on a clear day.
7.45 am Finish second leg at Nepli Inspection Hut
8.00 am Breakfast at the sprawling lawns of Nepli Inspection Hut
8.30 am Fun break around the Nepli Inspection Hut in its gardens, boating at adjoining waterbody, play group games or simply explore the forest area.
9.30 am Set off on the last leg by trekking back to the bus
9.45 am Board the bus at Ghareri (Bare Patharon wala dam) to return to Hotel Chandigarh Beckons.
10.15 am Depart for home.
Still 3 days to register...
...and yet we are already 28. We never knew there is going to be so much of interest to the outdoors. I am sure many of you joining in would find a new refreshing change out into the open instead of just slogging in front of the 'idiot box'. Have a nice time.
Trek to Nepli Forest
NEPLI FOREST (Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary)
The first trek of CATS is a nature trail within Chandigarh, which passes through the woods, hill slope, around water bodies with a gentle gradient.
Apart from being an idyllic location for a quick getaway from city life, Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary offers a great opportunity to raise our awareness about the floral and faunal heritage of our city. You are very likely to spot an odd peacock, cuckoos, night jars, mynas, tree pies etc flying off a Khair, Phulai, Raeru, Semal, Kendu tree. Kids would enjoy seeing a jackal, wild boar, spotted deer or a sambhar amongst others in its natural habitat and do keep an eye open for the reptiles you may actually want to avoid!
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