Background
Join us this Christmas season to walk among the trees at Lalbagh Botanical Gardens and to learn more about them. We will specifically focus on the four different species of Christmas Trees that the park plays host to, while not ignoring the others.
Ideally suited as a morning outing for your family, the walk will introduce many of the avenue trees, the stories behind them and their relationship to other creatures. We will also observe common birds & butterflies, and the little known and seldom observed smaller creatures that one commonly sees in the city.
This walk will help you further develop your interest in wildlife photography, travel writing, and nature sketching by teaching basic identification techniques and introducing you to a wealth of information. The group will be led by naturalists with more than two decades of experience in the field.
Schedule
The walk will start from the base of the rock in Lalbagh Botanical Gardens. We will amble around at leisure around the Botanical gardens, covering as much distance as we can. We will take in the sights and sounds, learning about the avenue trees that dot our city, while not ignoring other living creatures that we encounter. The outing will last for about two and a half hours.
When
We meet at 8 AM and wind up the walk at around 10 AM.
Where
Lalbagh rock, facing KH Road. We meet at the base of the rock. Ample parking space is available within the park.
Cost
- The cost of the treewalk will be Rs. 200 per person.
- Accompanied children between 8-15 years of age will be charged at Rs. 100 per child.
- Accompanied smaller children, below 8 years of age, will not be charged.
- Group discounts for more than 5 participants.
Lalbagh authorities may charge for camera and parking beyond 8:30 AM. This will need to be paid directly to the park authorities.
Owing to the niche nature of this course, payments once confirmed cannot be refunded. You are always welcome to send in a friend or a relative if you are unable to make it on that day for some reason.
Resource People
The group will be led by naturalists with more than two decades of experience in the field.
- T. S. Srinivasa
- Ulhas Anand
What we Provide
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You will be provided a book suited for taking down field-notes and a pen.
What you should Bring
- Enough water, snacks, and any other refreshments.
- Wear good canvas shoes or any other shoes suitable for walking.
- Hat/Cap as needed.
For Further Details
Limited to 25 participants, all participants will be on a first-come-first-served basis. For additional details or questions,
- Ulhas Anand +919845171063 ([email protected])
NOTE: This program is restricted to confirmed participants only.
