Rapodar

The Podar Hikers' Club organizes TREKS for PODARITES throughout the Academic Year. It also conducts other activities like RAPPELLING, ROCK CLIMBING etc., which are generally carried out during ENIGMA & RAPPORT. Apart from developing the spirit of adventure, the CLUB offers a good opportunity to the students to experience nature through trekking.
The Hikes are easily affordable and safe for students. The hikes play an important role in personality development too. We get to know our fellow Podarites especially Ex-Podarites. People come together and this helps build team spirit. It is worth experiencing a hike with the CLUB especially if you are Podarite!

Email id : podarhikersclub83@gmail.com

Committee Members (2025-26):

Faculty In-charge:	Lt. Sanjay Dhage
Student Secretary :	Mr. Pratik Godse
Student Joint Secretary :	Mr. Vivek Mena Ms. Arya Singh
Student Treasurer :	Mr. Samit Ghag
Executive Members: :	Shreevardhan pol Parth Lele Guaravi Dichwalkar Shravani Dhuri Soham Kate

Activities Planned for 2025-26:

1^st Term:

One day trek to Manikgad on 13 July 2025
One day trek to Ghangad on 3 August 2025
One day trek to Sagargad on 24 August 2025

Association Profile 2024-25 :

Name of Association :	Podar Hikers’ Club
Prof -in -charge :	Mr. Sanjay Dhage
Faculty members (Committee):	Mr. Akshay Shingare Ms. Neesha Chhabria
Student Secretary :	Name : Soham Berde Contact-number :+91 7710913764 E-mail : berdesoham999@gmail.com/p>
Student Joint Secretary :	Name : Neelay Naikpadave Contact-number : +91 8097798640 E-mail : neelaymnp1804@gmail.com
Student Treasurer:	Name : Anish Kudtarkar Contact-number : +91 9819001187 E-mail : anish.kudtarkar88@gmail.com

Objectives of the Association:

Promote Outdoor Exploration: Encourage students to engage in trekking and outdoor activities to develop a sense of adventure and connect with nature.

Foster Teamwork and Leadership: Provide opportunities for members to enhance their teamwork, leadership, and organizational skills during treks and related activities.

Physical Fitness and Well-being: Inspire students to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle through regular trekking and fitness-oriented events.

Environmental Awareness: Educate members about eco-friendly practices and the importance of conserving natural resources during hikes and treks.

Personal Growth and Resilience: Build resilience, problem-solving abilities, and self- confidence in students by exposing them to challenging and adventurous environment.

Learning outcomes:

Leadership and Teamwork Skills
Members develop leadership abilities and learn to collaborate effectively within a group during treks and outdoor activities.

Enhanced Physical and Mental Fitness
Participation in treks fosters endurance, resilience, and a connection with nature, promoting overall well-being.

Planning and Organizational Abilities
Organizing treks and events hones skills like event planning, logistics management, andresource allocation.

Environmental Awareness
Members gain insights into sustainable practices and the importance of preserving nature while trekking responsibly.

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Skills
Navigating challenges during treks teaches critical thinking and quick decision-making underpressure.

Plans for 2024-25:

Activities Planned	Anticipated Expenditure	Sources of Revenue
1^stTerm: Tree Plantation Drive Monsoon Treks	N/A Approx 15000/-	N/A Trek Fees + Membership Fees
2^nd Term: Winter Treks Summer Treks	Approx 15000/- Approx 15000/-	Trek Fees + Membership Fees Trek Fees + Membership Fees