Karmayog - Social Events Calendar

 2nd February each year is the World Wetland Day. It marks the date of signing of Convention on Wetlands on 2nd February 1971, in the Iranian city of Ramsar. To commemorate the World Wetlands Day, a nature trail will be held at Elephanta Island, the main focus will be on  raising public awareness about wetlands and their importance,  value  and benefits. Birds like Brown, Black and Great Black-headed Gull, Gull-billed Tern, Little Greb, Indian Spot-billed Duck, Osprey and White-bellied Sea Eagle could be seen.

Grade: Moderate 

Group leaders: Mr. Asif Khan & Mr. Vinod Patil 

Charges: Rs. 290/- for Members and Rs. 390/- for others (Charges include boat ticket, entry ticket and BNHS expertise). 

Reporting: Hornbill House at 8.00 a.m. Departure from Gateway of India at 8.30 a.m. 

How to get there: Hornbill house is located diagonally opp. Lion gate, near the Kalaghoda. Please carry adequate water, packed breakfast. 

Registration*: Call at Hornbill House 22871202/ 22821811 or e-mail at bnhs. programmes@gmail.com. The group should be back at Hornbill House by 1.00 p.m.