Events
Event at Pune
Dear Friends,
Tiger Action Force cordially invite you to a Conservation Event to celebrate the International Year of Bio-Diversity.
The event will be held on Saturday, 10 July 2010 and Sunday, 11 July 2010 at Balgandharva Art Gallery, JM Rd, Pune.
See you at the event!
The details of the event can be found below:
Event Theme: Celebrating International Year of Bio-Diversity
Display of more than 150 photographs showcasing India's rich bio-diversity plus a section to highlight problems to wildlife caused because of internal fragmentation of forests by roads and highways. A series of lecture’s to raise awareness about India's bio-diversity.
Event Details:
Inauguration: Saturday, 10 July, 10:00AM
Lecture on India's Biodiversity: Saturday, 10 July @10:30AM.
Lecture on Wildlife Conservation: Sunday, 11 July @10:30AM.
Added Attractions (for sale): Mogya Handicrafts by Tiger Watch, Artificial Nests by Tiger Action Force, Eco-Friendly bags by Protecterra Ecological Foundation, Nature / Wildlife related books.
Please Note: The photo exhibition will be open from 10 July, 10:00AM to 11 July, 8PM.
Contact Mridula 9545940119
Contact Gaurav 9922414523
Events at Mumbai
Dear Friends,
After the scorching heat of summer, we all have welcomed the monsoon with great joy and enthusiasm. Nature is at its best transformed from brown, parched look to fresh green face. With the first showers of rain variety of lilies, yam, mushrooms have sprout
out of the earth spreading joy to all. Insects, frogs and reptiles have wake up from their long sleep and the forest is full of musical sounds. Not to forget the wonderful streams are bubbling with the flowing water. Everyone has a relishing time throughout
monsoons, visiting wildlife this time is like each and every leaflet telling stories of wildlife wonders.
To celebrate this drama in nature, CEC is offering interactive and thematic nature trails on weekends.
Venue:
ConservationEducation Centre, Goregaon (East)
Saturdays
Timing:
3:00p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Date
Theme
24 July 2010 Monsoon Flora
14 August 2010 Fungi
21 August 2010 Medicinal Plants
28 August 2010 Insects
Sundays
Timing:
8:00 a.m. - 11:00a.m.
Date Theme
25 July 2010 Monsoon Flora
8 August 2010 Herpetofauna
15 August 2010 Medicinal Plants
22 August 2010 Insects
Fees: Rs.200/- per person per theme
For
queries: write to us at
cecbnhs@... OR call us at 9223513425, 28421174, 22837615, 28402946
So come rendezvous with nature on the tantalizing trails @ CEC
Regards,
Priti Choghale
Senior Education Officer
BNHS Conservation Education Centre
Near Film City, Goregaon (E), Mumbai - 400065,Maharashtra, India.
Tel:91-22- 28402946/28421174
Mobile: 9223513425 / 9323738622
Website: https://cecbnhs.wetpaint.com/
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Events
Hadoti Monsoon Extravaganza
August 6 at 11:30am - August 8 at 2:00pm
Location Bundi Region, Rajasthan, India
Hadoti- Rajasthan-India…Picturesque, Primitive, Enchanting and Magnificent…come explore the unexplored.
The town of Bundi is situated 36 km from Kota and 206 km from Jaipur and in the heart of Rajasthan. Bundi has been rightly termed as the queen of Hadoti. Bundi has fascinating, historical monuments, natural beauty, scenic dams & ponds, wild forests fairs and
festivity. The Bundi School of painting is world famous and Bundi Utsav is celebrated annually. Bundi offers various ways to experience its magnificence.
Anything from adventure tourism, archeological tourism, cultural tourism, eco tourism, heritage tourism, to spiritual tourism and wildlife is offered there and around.
The country around Bundi is a lot like the outback - desert and scrub with watering holes and canyons. Native people or 'adivasis' had been coming here for centuries to make offerings and perform rites.
The Royal Escape invites you all to explore this pre-historic and medieval flavor that this tranquil Bundi region has in store. In a true sense this place is just less travelled and unexplored and defines the ardent travelers’ quest.
BUNDI WITH KUKKI
The entire tour would be escorted by Mr. Om Prakash alias Kukki. Kukki is an amateur archaeologist with an extra ordinary passion and infectious positive energy hails from the Bundi region. Two decades of his life have been spent exploring the hills and river
banks around Bundi. Without any fundings or governmental support he has found evidence of unknown civilizations. Prehistoric rock paintings, weapons of stones, shards of pottery, utensils made out of terracotta and coins from various dynasties that ruled in
India, constitute his vast wealth of findings. It is commendable for a man who is educated till class 8.
Brief Itinerary: FIXED DEPARTURE (Aug 6, 2010 – Aug.8, 2010)
Day 1 Aug 6, 2010): Guests will be picked up from Kota (36 kms and a convenient railhead) or Jaipur (206 kms) and transferred to a hotel in Bundi. After lunch take a tour along the Bundi town visiting Taragarh Fort, The Bundi Palace, Chitrashala, Garh Palace,
Chhattar Mahal, Nawal Sagar, Sukha Mahal and the beautiful Jait Sagar Lake. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 (Aug 7, 2010): After breakfast, take a full day jaunt to places like Golpur, Abhaypura, Garrada, Bhimlat Nala, Bijolia (Mini Khajuraho) etc. for long necked vulture sighting, pre-historic painings and caves, medieval age temples, water bodies, canyons
and cascading spring waterfalls, wild life sighting, nature appreciation. Traditional lunch enroute. Back to Bundi by evening. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 (Aug 8, 2010): After breakfast a short excursion to Rameshwar. Rameshwar hosts Rameshwar Cave Temple where the Shivling is naturally made from lime fossils and a small fort with an interesting history. Back to Bundi. Transfer to Kota/Jaipur after lunch.
Tour ends.
Please feel free in contacting me for further queries or booking:
SANJIV BHATNAGAR
Mobile no. +91-98290 85811
The Royal Escape
(Offbeat travel facilitators)
A-12, Jamna Nagar, Sodala, Jaipur-302 006 (Rajasthan - India)
E mail: royal.escape@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/sanjiv.bhatnagar.jaipur
Photo Exhibition of Jhurjhura Tigress on World Photography Day
August 19 · 12:00pm - 7:30pm
Location Bhopal
August 19th is a very special day for photographers around the world. It’s on this very day, that the invention of photography was publicly announced in Paris, 1839. Since this occasion, the day has been celebrated as World Photography Day.
On August 19th I request every member of the group Professional, amateur photographer...s to send Pictures of Jhurjhura and ask your friend to send the Pictures of Jhurjhura Tigress and share it in the Exhibition which is being organized by the Group.
Share your grief and anger with the world by sending Photographs with names and message and mail at tigrgressmadhyapradesh@ gmail.com as Justice has not been given to Jhurjhura Tigress till Date .
On the 18 May 2010 the Murder of Jhurjhura Took place. The vehicles entered Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve ILLEGALLY AT NIGHT and the Jhurjura tigress, mother of three small cubs, was hit by one them and severely wounded.
The Jhurjura tigress leaves behind 3 small cubs, approximately 6 months old, that are now orphaned and who were totally dependent on their mother.
Born in April 2002 to the Chakradhara tigress-sired by B2 and mortally wounded by humans on 18 May 2010
MESSAGES, PAINTINGS,DRAWING CAN BE PICTURED AND SENT
tigressmadhyapradesh@gmail.com
Agumbe Photography workshop
August 21 at 7:00am - August 22 at 8:00pm
Location Agumbe, Karnataka
An expedition in to the heart of western ghats, the thick evergreen forests which receive the heaviest rainfall in India. Spend 2 days in the rainforests of Agumbe. Here's your chance to photograph some of the most beautiful waterfalls, landscapes, forests,
mammals, birds, reptile and amphibians ever seen.
Camp at India's first Rainforest research station the ARRS (Agumbe Rainforest Research Station).
The cost of this expedition ex-bangalore is Rs Rs 9600/- and includes :
* Transport from Bangalore and back in a deluxe bus
* Accommodation on twin-sharing basis in tents. Tents are pitched about 100m from the base camp in the forest to provide a unique experience. They are pitched inside permanent platforms raised above the ground. Sleeping bags, mats etc. are provided
* All meals, local guide/tracker charges, Leech socks (provided in monsoons)
* Transport in private vehicles to different places around Agumbe
Excludes:
* Any kind of personal expenses
* Medical Insurance
* Purchases made outside
More information here: http://amoghavarsha.com/workshops/agumbe
Now a poisonous trip from 100miles.
The boundule bikers for a bike trip to Bishnupur, Jhapan Festival, The Festival for SNAKES. The most unique festivals celebrated in West Bengal, dedicated to Goddess Mansha, the Goddess of Snakes.
West Bengal is famous for its rich cultural heritage and the uniqueness of its traditions.
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Jhapan festival , observed on the last day in the Shraban month (17 August, 2010) in Bengali calendar, is largely of tribal origin. There are several folk tales dedicated to Goddess Manasa and most of them extol of the need for man to live in harmony with nature.
Praying for good rainfall and enhancement of the fertility of their land. As West Bengal has an agro-based economy, the tradition is being carried out for a long time here.
This celebration is considered to be auspicious for the coming harvest season. The festival is celebrated with local fairs and other festivities, like stage shows of local plays and snake shows by local snake charmers.
Accommodation:Twin Sharing.
Charges:Rs. 3000.00 per head + own bike arrangements and fuel.
Non bikers are also welcome to join us at Bishnupur. (Same Charges apply.)
Ask for separate car / train arrangements from Kolkata.
Read more at
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=108136889240645
Events organized by BNHS
Nature Trail at Silonda
August 8 · 7:30am - 11:00am
Location Sanjay Gandhi National Park
This trail in the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Borivli not usually accessible
without official permission, is a pleasant walk through bamboo groves. With the monsoon in full force, the trail will be enjoyable. This trail leads through fine forest and shrub and crosses several rivulets and streams that are now roaring wild. Excellent
nature-watch opportunities. Meeting Point: Members to meet at the SGNP main gate (please take you...r ticket for entering the park) at 7.30 a.m. Charges: Rs. 50/-(Non–member Rs. 100/-) Group Leaders: Mr. Sanal Nair and Mr. Vandan Jhaveri. Booking: On the spot.
GREAT INDIAN BUSTARD SANCTUARY- NANNAJ
August 27 at 8:00am - August 29 at 5:00pm
Location NANNAJ- Solapur
Nannaj is situated just 20 kms from Solapur. Best place to see India’s most endangered bird, Great Indian Bustard. Nannaj grassland has variety of birds like Larks, Pipits, Sandgrouses, Eagles, Harriers and mammals like Indian Jackal, Wolf and plenty of Black
Bucks. Group Leader: Mr. Sujit Narawade and Mr. Asif Khan Camp Charges: Rs. 3000/- (includes food, accommodationand local travel) Reporting: Solapur Station at 8.00 a.m. o...n Friday morning. Members are
advised to take overnight bus or train that reaches Solapur. Camp will conclude on Sunday at 5.00 pm.
How to reach Solapur: From Mumbai, Siddheshwar Express leaves at 22.35 hrs and reaches Solapur next morning around 06.50 hrs. While returning to Mumbai Husain Sagar Express leaves Solapur at 20.50 hrs (10 mins halt) and reaches Mumbai next morning at 05.30
hrs Siddheshwar Express starts from Solapur at 22.45 hrs and reaches Mumbai next morning at 07.00 hrs Participants will be dropped at Solapur Station at 17.00 hrs.
Note: - Room sharing will be separate for male and female participants.
Booking: Call at Hornbill House 22821811See
RAJMACHI TREK
August 28 at 6:30am - August 29 at 8:30pm
Location RAJMACHI
Situated on the crest of the Sahyadris, Rajmachi is popular among trekkers.
Here, there are two beautiful peaks namely ‘Shrivardhan’ and ‘Manoranjan’. Shrivardhan is at the height of 3000 ft., while the strongly fortified Manoranjan is at a height of 2700 ft having 3 doors, several water tanks and a huge cave. This area is good for
butterflies, birds, wild flowers, reptiles and
amphibians. Rajmachi is one of the best places to vis...it during monsoon. Grade: Difficult. Duration of Trek: Four hours for one way climb. Group Leaders: Mr. Nikhil Bhopale and Mr. Vandan Jhaveri Booking: Call at Hornbill House 22821811 Charges: Rs. 1300/-.
Meeting Point: Bus will leave at 6.30 a.m. from Dadar, (near Chandu Halwai) 6.50 a.m. from Chembur, (near Diamond Garden) and Vashi Junction at 7.10 a.m. Participants will start returning after lunch and will reach Mumbai by late evening on Sunday Note: Stay
and food is arranged with the villagers. Please carry your own bedding or sleeping-bag, and make your provision for breakfast and lunch for the first day. Carry water. Come in proper footwear for trekking. Be prepared for heavy rains.
Events organized by BNHS ( Advance booking in August)
1. An Autumn Trek in the Himalaya
( Book in advance)
October 16 at 9:30pm - October 23 at 8:30pm
Location Dodital- Uttarakhand
Dodital is a high altitude lake in Uttarakhand at 3,024 m. This crystral clear lake is in the midst of thick forest of Oak, Rhododendron, Fir and Deodar. Another name for this lake is Dhundital meaning Lake of Ganesha. One side of the lake is guarded by a high
ridge called the Darwa Top, which gives a panoramic view of high peaks of Garhwal. Good opportunity to see the region’s rich Himalayan flora and fauna. Traditionally Dodit...al route has been frequented by nomadic herdsmen for grazing their livestock, and
by pilgrims on the Gangotri-Yamunotri route. Perfect time to see Himalayan Monal, Koklas Pheasant, Chestnut-bellied Rock Thrush, Bearded Vulture and butterflies like Queen of Spain, Blue Apollo, Painted Lady, Indian Red Admiral and lot more.
Dates : 16th -23rd October 2010
Trek Grade : Difficult. Physical fitness is necessary for the trekking during the camp, ponies might not be available. Luggage will be carried by the porters.
Meeting Point : Birla Temple, Cannaught place, Delhi at 9.30 pm on Saturday,
16th October 2010. Though we will return on 23rd October kindly book your overnight stay at Delhi and return ticket for 24th October.
Cost : Rs. 17,000/-
Group leaders : Mr. Nikhil Bhopale & Mr. Asif Khan
Accommodation : twin/ triple sharing
Registration : Call at Hornbill House 22821811.
2. PARAMBICULAM- WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
(Book now)
October 6 at 7:30am - October 8 at 4:30pm
Location Parambiculam, near Kochi- Kerala
One of Kerala’s premier wildlife reserves is situated in the Annamalai Hills, south of the Palghat Gap in the Western Ghats. The 285 sq km stretch of thick forest has several rivers, including the Parambikulam, the Sholayar and the Thekkedy. Thickly forested
with stands of bamboo, sandalwood, rosewood and teak. Here you can see the famous Kannimari teak tree, the largest in Asia. Fauna includes tigers, leopards, wild dogs, sloth... bears, elephants, wild boar, barking deer, spotted deer, langurs and macaques.
Parambikulam is also home to Kerala’s largest population of gaur. Besides these, civet, chevrotain (mouse deer), pangolin, crocodile, jungle cat, porcupine and some 140 species of birds are found in the sanctuary.
Accommodation : Dormitory (basic amenities)
Charges : Rs. 6500/-
Meeting Point : Coimbatore Jn railway station at 7.30 hrs,
drop back to Coimbatore Jn Railway station at 16.30 hrs
How to Reach : Coimbatore Express (1013) Starts from Kalyan Jn at 23.18 hrs and
reaches Coimbatore Jn at 6.30 hrs
Return : Kanyakumari Mumbai Express (6382) reaches Coimbatore Jn at 18.00 hrs (5 mins halt)
and arrives in Mumbai at 4.50 hrs
Registration : Call at Hornbill House 22821811.
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