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Rock
climbing,
Rappelling & Trekking at
Kalwarbetta
[23rd - 24th Feb 2008]HOUSEFULL!!!
Note: Kindly call/email us for any
clarification only after reading thru all details.
All Registration from now on will be on
waiting list, Do not transfer money till we call and confirm you.
About Kalwarbetta:
Kalwarbetta, 68 Kms from Bangalore is one
the hill forts amongst the Nandi Hill ranges. The dilapidated walls of Tipu's
fort can be found today on steep Kalwarbetta (Skandagiri), near the village of
Kalwara. History says this was a small but strong hill fort. It surrendered to
British troops on 19 October 1791. It remained in British hands until the peace
treaty of 1792, which concluded of the third Anglo-Mysore war.
This is a tedious trek as the hill is precipitous and high. The trek starts from
the Papagni Temple at the foothills of Kalwara village. The fortress of
Kalwarbetta is in full sight throughout the walk uphill. This steep and
fantastic trek through a maze of dense shrub is highly intriguing. Kalwarbetta
is a teaser. Just as you reach the fort wall contended that you have topped the
hill, you see another ring of fort. No sooner you reach there; you will find
another majestic fort wall waiting to be conquered. There are six such series of
stonewalls protecting an abandoned temple on the hilltop.
There are 2 caves, one starts from the base and as per locals, leads to the
temple at peak and another one is somewhere midway which is about 30 feet only.
Both are yet unexplored, especially the first one. Local say that there are
pythons in the caves and had galloped their goats at times. Supposedly, there
are 6 Samadhi in that cave.
Distance: From Bangalore: 68 km
Route: Bangalore - Chikkaballapur - Mudenhalli -
Kalwara Village - Papagni Mutt /Temple.
Difficulty level: Simple but very exhausting.
Tentative Plan:
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Drive down to Kalwar Village
using own vehicle or by car pool.
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To trek and camp at the place
where Tipu Sultan used to camp.
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Do some boldering, rock
climbing and rappelling activities.
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Camp fire, play, sing.
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Explore the peak.
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Night trek.
| 23rd Feb 2008 |
06:00AM – Report at
Hebbal Flyover (Approx 100mtrs after crossing
flyover, below Blue color City KM board.
06:30AM – Deport to Kalwarbetta
08:30AM - Distribution of Food and camping and other equipments.
09:00AM - Start the Trek
12:00PM – Reach the peak, Lunch, rest.
03:00PM – Start activities (rock climbing, rappelling)
07:00PM – Pitching tents, Camp fire, play, sing, prepare food, dinner
10:00PM – Night Trek
11:30PM – Lights off. |
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24th Feb 2008 |
05:00AM – Wind up tents,
Tea – breakfast.
07:00AM – Explore the peak/caves.
11:30AM – Climb down.
01:00PM – Depart to
Bangalore. |
To Carry:
- Personal medication (if any)
- A strong Back-Pack. (Available on Rent – Rs.
40/day)
- Water bottles (enough to carry at least 4 liters of water)
- Bandanna (keeps the sweat out of the eyes) or Wide brimmed hat.
- Suntan lotion (for complexion caring people).
- A torch with new batteries.
- A small pocket knife.
- Energy Food (Chocolate bars, flavored milk, Electrolyte drinks -
Glucon-D, etc).
- Sleeping Bag (Available on Rent – Rs. 40/day)
- Sleeping Mat
- Camera.
Important Note:
- The terrain is dry and there is no water available on the peak. I request you
to carry at least 4 liters water per head.
- In addition to the load in backpack, we all have to carry the food (lunch,
dinner, breakfast), 2ltrs
additional water (to prepare food), tents, petromax,ropes,
harness, carabineers and yourself :). Suggesting you to
avoid carrying unwanted stuff.
- Avoid shorts and sleeveless. The trekking route has lots of thorny shrubs in
between.
TRANSPORT:
Car Pooling or own bikes.
Contact us if you don't have transport arrangements, we will try to arrange a
pillion ride or car pool for you. (On fuel charges sharing basis)
Participation Fees: Rs.
400.00
Above charges includes: 1Breakfast,1Lunch,1Dinner at Kalwarbetta,Tent,First aid kit, safety
gears, climbing gears, extra water, guide, and miscellaneous.
Above charges does not includes:
Transport,
Break fast, lunch, dinner on the way
Please deposit Cheque/Cash to transfer online to follow Bank Account or
Swipe your Credit Card at below address before registering for this event:
Please mail your transaction details to
team@bmcindia.org for final
confirmations.
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Bank Name |
Axis Bank |
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Account Holder |
Bangalore Mountaineering Club |
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Account Type |
Saving |
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Bank Account Number |
300010100030913 |
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Branch |
Marathahalli |
| IFSC |
UTIB0000300 |
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BMC Office
Address |
Gokulam, #1310, 6th Cross, 10th main,
HAL 3rd Stage ext, Bangalore - 560008. |
Terms and Conditions:
1. Registration on First come First serve basis.
2. No Cancellation will be accepted. (No refund)
3. Need Advance payment for confirmation of registration. No on the spot
payment will be accepted.
4. Consumption of alcohol is STRICTLY not allowed.
5. We are providing basic facilities, please do not expect luxury.
6. No facility of rest rooms on Kalwarbetta, one can use natural
resources.
7. We will try our best to make it safe for all age group people, we expect
people not to try extra adventure.
8. For
any clarifications call : 9740091262 or email us at
team@bmcindia.org.
9. Last Date of registration is set to 21st Feb 2008.
Register for this event:
Please transfer the
Participation fees before you register.
Register for this event now or contact us at
team@bmcindia.org
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