Join the BNHS team for an overnight camp inside the BNHS Nature Reserve ie. the CEC.
With the monsoons is going strong, there is a boom in insect populations. We have planned for an overnight camp to get upfront with the insect world. Through the camp, participants will be exposed to learning, searching and observing insects. The camp will be led by our expert naturalists and entomologists who have curated the experience and will ensure top-notch learning.
The participants (max. 22) will stay at the CEC which is located on a 33 acres of forest land abutting the SGNP. During the camp we will be demonstrating and using various field techniques to attract and observe insects through the camp in a completely safe and harmless way. The camp will also provide plenty of opportunities to interact and learn from the experts and photograph insects in the wild.
So, get ready with your torches, cameras and notebooks as we go on exploring the invertebrate world in the wild backyard of Mumbai.
Camp Costs:
For BNHS Members: INR 1900
For Non-Members: INR 2100
*Note: For food arrangements, a separate fee of INR 450 is to be paid at the venue.
Camp inclusions:
-- All charges for experts and naturalists, safety goggles for each participant; Clean mattress, bed-cover, pillows and sheets for sleeping; all venue charges.
-- For Food arrangements, a separate charge of INR 450 is to be paid at the venue. This will be towards all the food arrangements including sumptuous vegetarian meals, breakfasts, snacks, tea/coffee & cookies.
Maximum participants: 22 persons. First come first serve basis.
Itinerary:
20th September 2025, Saturday
Assemble at the CEC --- 04.30 PM
Registrations and Ice Breakers --- 04.30 PM to 05.00 PM
Tea and Coffee to be served
Introduction to Insects - PPT. --- 05.00 PM to 06.15 PM
Refreshments to be served
Setting up Insect Stations --- 06.30 PM to 07.00 PM
Evening Walk Around CEC Campus --- 07.15 PM -- 08.45 PM
Dinner
Night Trail in the Forest for insects --- 09.15 PM to 10.30 PM
Observing Insects at the Light Traps --- 10.30 PM to 11.00 PM
Lights Out
21st September 2023, Sunday
Wake Up Call --- 06.00 AM
Freshening UP, Tea/Coffee, Biscuits
Nature Trail in the BNHS Reserve --- 06.45 AM to 09.30 AM
BreakFast at CEC --- 09.30 AM
Feedback and Discussions --- 09.30 AM to 10.00 AM
Depart CEC --- 10.15 AM
Points to be noted:
- Sleeping facility is in a separate dormitory for males and females.
- Clean bed-sheets, mattresses, covers and pillow covers will be provided for the camp. (cots available if needed)
- Separate toilet blocks for males and females exist in the center building.
- Do get your personal toilet accessories.
- Clean, hygienic and homely food (vegetarian) food will be served in the camp.
- The camp will be accompanied by naturalists and volunteers who would be present throughout the camp.
- BNHS security guards will also accompany the group especially for the night walk.
- Please carry some insect repellents for protection against mosquitos.
- Safety goggles will be provided for each participant at the light traps.
- Wear full clothes and a good pair of walking shoes.
- Carry your water bottle, which you can refill at CEC.
About the Naturalists:
— Mr. Shardul Bajikar: Shardul is an experienced naturalist and communicator who is a part of the CEC education team. His core interest is insects and invertebrate life.
-- Mr. Meehir Pawar: With his masters' degree in zoology, Meehir specialises in Entomology and especially focuses on dragonflies and damselflies.
-- Mr. Gaurang Tawde: Gaurang has recently completed his Masters' degree in Entomology and is specially focussed on studying beetles (the largest known group to exist on land).
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/fukG1RF7wqtagyz1A
