BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 METHOD:PUBLISH PRODID:blr.today CALSCALE:GREGORIAN X-WR-CALNAME:Blr Birders 🐦 X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://blr.today/cal/blrbirders/cal.ics X-WR-CALDESC: REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:index X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20261026T132657Z UID:com.blrbirders.666.20261004t0700@blr.today DTSTART:20261004T070000 DTEND:20261004T093000 CLASS:PUBLIC COLOR:darkorange DESCRIPTION:First Sunday Outing — Sowl Kere (Saul Kere)Time: Meet at 6:45 AM | Walk begins at 7:00 AMMeeting Point: Google Map(Near Adarsh Gem and Ecospace back gate\; Parking available.) Walk details:• Duration: Till around 9:45 AM (lake gates close at 10 AM)• Terrain: Level\, approximat ely 2 km around the lake• Suitable for all ages—you may leave whenever you wish. What to wear:• Dull-coloured clothes• Hats/caps• Comfor table walking shoes (avoid slippers or thin-soled sandals—the path is un paved)•⁠ ⁠Rainwear or warm clothing\, depending on the weather forec ast What to bring:• Binoculars\, bird books/apps• Camera• Notebook /sketchpad and pencil (optional)• Drinking water and snacks Nearby fac ilities:Restaurants and washrooms are available at• The Bay\, EcoSpace F ood Court: https://maps.app.goo.gl/aycdV3gUcrkpRmt18?g_st=ipc (Paid parkin g)• The Marketplace\, Adarsh Palm Retreat (approx. 500 m from the lake\, paid valet parking available): Google Map This walk is free and open to all.\nWe look forward to meeting you on Sunday.\nBlrBirders GEO:12.919584;77.682765 LOCATION:Saul Kere [Savala Kere] East Entrance STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:First Sunday Bird Walk TRANSP:TRANSPARENT URL;VALUE=URI:https://blrbirders.com/events/first-sunday-bird-walk CATEGORIES:BLRBIRDERS,FREE,BIRDING,ENVIRONMENT,NATURE-WALK X-BLR-TYPE:SportsEvent END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20261026T132657Z UID:com.blrbirders.677.20261011t0630@blr.today DTSTART:20261011T063000 DTEND:20261011T093000 CLASS:PUBLIC COLOR:darkorange DESCRIPTION:WhereHesaraghatta Grasslands\, we meet at ‘Rassba Farms’\, near the Animal Quarantine And Certification Services Hessarghatta Office \, where we will park our vehicles and use their facilities. We start the walk from there and cross over to the grasslands. Nearest Bus Stop: CFSP Farm Stop\, 2.6 Km/30 mins walk to the animal quarantine center office. B uses plying from Yelahanka towards Byatha stop here. MapWe meet at – https://maps.app.goo.gl/4nGBnUuqtrNMsdzPA (please follow Google Maps to this place\, to avoid muddy roads as much as possible). Wear: Dull-colou red clothes\, hats/caps\, comfortable walking shoes\, rain gear if there i s rain forecast. Bring: Notebook and a pen/pencil\, and water. Optiona l: Bird books/apps\, binoculars\, cameras\, and any snacks you may need.\n Post outing\, one can opt for breakfast at Our Native Village Resort. We look forward to meeting you on Sunday. BlrBirders GEO:13.181796210171457;77.47362891176093 LOCATION:Rassba Farm\, Near Animal Quarantine and Certification Services STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Second Sunday Bird Walk TRANSP:TRANSPARENT URL;VALUE=URI:https://blrbirders.com/events/third-sunday-bird-walk CATEGORIES:BLRBIRDERS,FREE,BIRDING,ENVIRONMENT,NATURE-WALK,TREK X-BLR-TYPE:SportsEvent END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20261026T132657Z UID:com.blrbirders.739.20261018t0630@blr.today DTSTART:20261018T063000 DTEND:20261018T100000 CLASS:PUBLIC COLOR:darkorange DESCRIPTION:BM Kaval Reserve Forest – Turahalli tree park Time:Meet at 6: 15 AMWalk begins at 6:30 AM Meeting Point:Turahalli Tree Park : \nhttps: //maps.app.goo.gl/VHZW6a2XidnKWQDRA Walk details: • Duration: Till around 9:45 AM• Terrain: Unpaved\, undulating and uneven• Suitable for all agesWhat to wear: • Dull-coloured clothes• Hats/caps• Comfort able walking shoes (avoid slippers or thin-soled sandals) – MUST• Rain wear or warm clothing depending on the weather forecast What to bring: • Binoculars\, bird books/apps (recommended)• Camera (optional)• No tebook/sketchpad and pencil (optional)• Drinking water and snacks (recom mended) — please arrange to take back your waste TRANSPORT Carpoolin g recommended.\nPlease coordinate your shared commute in the BlrBirders Ca rpooling group:\n Getting there by public transport (please check update d routes and schedules): • Namma Metro (return journey only):\n Near est station is Thalagattapura (Green Line) – From here\, the meeting poi nt can be reached by auto or cab (2 km/ approx. 10 minutes) • BMTC bus es: Bus services from Kengeri Terminus and Kanakapura Road. The nearest bu s stop is Agara Cross. A short auto or cab ride will get you to the meetin g point. Carpooling recommended for safety. Important notes: please ca rry CASH only of 10 rs for entry and 100 rs for camera fees\, charged by d epartment • There are no restaurants or washrooms along the trail • Since parking is limited\, carpooling is kindly advised • Suggeste d post-outing restaurant options for breakfast:\n Udupi Garden\, B M Kav al\, opp Art of Living https://maps.app.goo.gl/hnqFBmpEsELvkTmc7?g_st=ic (There are many other restaurant options in this area) The RangaVilas Cafe – Banashankari 6th Stage\, near Sompura Toll https://maps.app.go o.gl/AZZnH9sfMz9gobrd9?g_st=ic Thank you!BlrBirders Volunteers GEO:12.87374;77.52573 LOCATION:Turahalli Tree Park STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Third Sunday Bird Walk - Turahalli Tree park TRANSP:TRANSPARENT URL;VALUE=URI:https://blrbirders.com/events/second-sunday-walk-bmkaval CATEGORIES:BLRBIRDERS,FREE,BIRDING,ENVIRONMENT,NATURE-WALK,TREK X-BLR-TYPE:SportsEvent END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20261026T132657Z UID:com.blrbirders.664.20261025t0630@blr.today DTSTART:20261025T063000 DTEND:20261025T100000 CLASS:PUBLIC COLOR:darkorange DESCRIPTION:Where: Valley School\nMeeting time: 6:30 am (walk ends by 9:30 am) Registrations open at 8 pm on the fourth Thursday of every month. Registration is needed to participate in this walk\, registrations open on the 4th THURSDAY Night at 8 pm and runs out very soon. Maximum 30 registr ations allowed. ** Note: The App allows registering ONE adult at a time with an email/phone ** Click here to register Meeting point: https: //maps.google.com/?cid=1444929533645339597&entry=gps Nearest Public Tran sport: Catch going towards Kanakapura and get down at the Valley School Cr oss Bus Stop. Walk about 2 kms to reach the place. The nearest Metro is Si lk Institute. Catch an auto to Valley School. Wear: Dull-coloured clothe s\, hats/caps\, comfortable walking shoes\, rain gear if there is rain for ecast. Bring: Notebook\, pen/pencil and water. Optional: Bird books/ap ps\, binoculars\, cameras\, and snacks that you may need. Post-outing br eakfast restaurant (Road-side parking available):Rajatagiri Palace: https: //maps.app.goo.gl/onMmdCgWzKfz9n9C8 We look forward to meeting you on Su nday! BlrBirders GEO:12.854365;77.509975 LOCATION:Valley School\, KFI STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Fourth Sunday Bird Walk TRANSP:TRANSPARENT URL;VALUE=URI:https://blrbirders.com/events/fourth-sunday-bird-walk CATEGORIES:BLRBIRDERS,FREE,BIRDING,NATURE-WALK X-BLR-TYPE:SportsEvent END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20261026T132657Z UID:com.blrbirders.666.20261101t0700@blr.today DTSTART:20261101T070000 DTEND:20261101T093000 CLASS:PUBLIC COLOR:darkorange DESCRIPTION:First Sunday Outing — Sowl Kere (Saul Kere)Time: Meet at 6:45 AM | Walk begins at 7:00 AMMeeting Point: Google Map(Near Adarsh Gem and Ecospace back gate\; Parking available.) Walk details:• Duration: Till around 9:45 AM (lake gates close at 10 AM)• Terrain: Level\, approximat ely 2 km around the lake• Suitable for all ages—you may leave whenever you wish. What to wear:• Dull-coloured clothes• Hats/caps• Comfor table walking shoes (avoid slippers or thin-soled sandals—the path is un paved)•⁠ ⁠Rainwear or warm clothing\, depending on the weather forec ast What to bring:• Binoculars\, bird books/apps• Camera• Notebook /sketchpad and pencil (optional)• Drinking water and snacks Nearby fac ilities:Restaurants and washrooms are available at• The Bay\, EcoSpace F ood Court: https://maps.app.goo.gl/aycdV3gUcrkpRmt18?g_st=ipc (Paid parkin g)• The Marketplace\, Adarsh Palm Retreat (approx. 500 m from the lake\, paid valet parking available): Google Map This walk is free and open to all.\nWe look forward to meeting you on Sunday.\nBlrBirders GEO:12.919584;77.682765 LOCATION:Saul Kere [Savala Kere] East Entrance STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:First Sunday Bird Walk TRANSP:TRANSPARENT URL;VALUE=URI:https://blrbirders.com/events/first-sunday-bird-walk CATEGORIES:BLRBIRDERS,FREE,BIRDING,ENVIRONMENT,NATURE-WALK X-BLR-TYPE:SportsEvent END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20261026T132657Z UID:com.blrbirders.677.20261108t0630@blr.today DTSTART:20261108T063000 DTEND:20261108T093000 CLASS:PUBLIC COLOR:darkorange DESCRIPTION:WhereHesaraghatta Grasslands\, we meet at ‘Rassba Farms’\, near the Animal Quarantine And Certification Services Hessarghatta Office \, where we will park our vehicles and use their facilities. We start the walk from there and cross over to the grasslands. Nearest Bus Stop: CFSP Farm Stop\, 2.6 Km/30 mins walk to the animal quarantine center office. B uses plying from Yelahanka towards Byatha stop here. MapWe meet at – https://maps.app.goo.gl/4nGBnUuqtrNMsdzPA (please follow Google Maps to this place\, to avoid muddy roads as much as possible). Wear: Dull-colou red clothes\, hats/caps\, comfortable walking shoes\, rain gear if there i s rain forecast. Bring: Notebook and a pen/pencil\, and water. Optiona l: Bird books/apps\, binoculars\, cameras\, and any snacks you may need.\n Post outing\, one can opt for breakfast at Our Native Village Resort. We look forward to meeting you on Sunday. BlrBirders GEO:13.181796210171457;77.47362891176093 LOCATION:Rassba Farm\, Near Animal Quarantine and Certification Services STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Second Sunday Bird Walk TRANSP:TRANSPARENT URL;VALUE=URI:https://blrbirders.com/events/third-sunday-bird-walk CATEGORIES:BLRBIRDERS,FREE,BIRDING,ENVIRONMENT,NATURE-WALK,TREK X-BLR-TYPE:SportsEvent END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20261026T132657Z UID:com.blrbirders.739.20261115t0630@blr.today DTSTART:20261115T063000 DTEND:20261115T100000 CLASS:PUBLIC COLOR:darkorange DESCRIPTION:BM Kaval Reserve Forest – Turahalli tree park Time:Meet at 6: 15 AMWalk begins at 6:30 AM Meeting Point:Turahalli Tree Park : \nhttps: //maps.app.goo.gl/VHZW6a2XidnKWQDRA Walk details: • Duration: Till around 9:45 AM• Terrain: Unpaved\, undulating and uneven• Suitable for all agesWhat to wear: • Dull-coloured clothes• Hats/caps• Comfort able walking shoes (avoid slippers or thin-soled sandals) – MUST• Rain wear or warm clothing depending on the weather forecast What to bring: • Binoculars\, bird books/apps (recommended)• Camera (optional)• No tebook/sketchpad and pencil (optional)• Drinking water and snacks (recom mended) — please arrange to take back your waste TRANSPORT Carpoolin g recommended.\nPlease coordinate your shared commute in the BlrBirders Ca rpooling group:\n Getting there by public transport (please check update d routes and schedules): • Namma Metro (return journey only):\n Near est station is Thalagattapura (Green Line) – From here\, the meeting poi nt can be reached by auto or cab (2 km/ approx. 10 minutes) • BMTC bus es: Bus services from Kengeri Terminus and Kanakapura Road. The nearest bu s stop is Agara Cross. A short auto or cab ride will get you to the meetin g point. Carpooling recommended for safety. Important notes: please ca rry CASH only of 10 rs for entry and 100 rs for camera fees\, charged by d epartment • There are no restaurants or washrooms along the trail • Since parking is limited\, carpooling is kindly advised • Suggeste d post-outing restaurant options for breakfast:\n Udupi Garden\, B M Kav al\, opp Art of Living https://maps.app.goo.gl/hnqFBmpEsELvkTmc7?g_st=ic (There are many other restaurant options in this area) The RangaVilas Cafe – Banashankari 6th Stage\, near Sompura Toll https://maps.app.go o.gl/AZZnH9sfMz9gobrd9?g_st=ic Thank you!BlrBirders Volunteers GEO:12.87374;77.52573 LOCATION:Turahalli Tree Park STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Third Sunday Bird Walk - Turahalli Tree park TRANSP:TRANSPARENT URL;VALUE=URI:https://blrbirders.com/events/second-sunday-walk-bmkaval CATEGORIES:BLRBIRDERS,FREE,BIRDING,ENVIRONMENT,NATURE-WALK,TREK X-BLR-TYPE:SportsEvent END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20261026T132657Z UID:com.blrbirders.664.20261122t0630@blr.today DTSTART:20261122T063000 DTEND:20261122T100000 CLASS:PUBLIC COLOR:darkorange DESCRIPTION:Where: Valley School\nMeeting time: 6:30 am (walk ends by 9:30 am) Registrations open at 8 pm on the fourth Thursday of every month. Registration is needed to participate in this walk\, registrations open on the 4th THURSDAY Night at 8 pm and runs out very soon. Maximum 30 registr ations allowed. ** Note: The App allows registering ONE adult at a time with an email/phone ** Click here to register Meeting point: https: //maps.google.com/?cid=1444929533645339597&entry=gps Nearest Public Tran sport: Catch going towards Kanakapura and get down at the Valley School Cr oss Bus Stop. Walk about 2 kms to reach the place. The nearest Metro is Si lk Institute. Catch an auto to Valley School. Wear: Dull-coloured clothe s\, hats/caps\, comfortable walking shoes\, rain gear if there is rain for ecast. Bring: Notebook\, pen/pencil and water. Optional: Bird books/ap ps\, binoculars\, cameras\, and snacks that you may need. Post-outing br eakfast restaurant (Road-side parking available):Rajatagiri Palace: https: //maps.app.goo.gl/onMmdCgWzKfz9n9C8 We look forward to meeting you on Su nday! BlrBirders GEO:12.854365;77.509975 LOCATION:Valley School\, KFI STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Fourth Sunday Bird Walk TRANSP:TRANSPARENT URL;VALUE=URI:https://blrbirders.com/events/fourth-sunday-bird-walk CATEGORIES:BLRBIRDERS,FREE,BIRDING,NATURE-WALK X-BLR-TYPE:SportsEvent END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20261026T132657Z UID:com.blrbirders.782@blr.today DTSTART:20261129T063000 DTEND:20261129T094500 CLASS:PUBLIC COLOR:darkorange DESCRIPTION:Time:Walk begins at 6:45 AMMeeting point:\nhttps://maps.app.goo .gl/eDNUtGM8MXY3MymCA Walk details:• Duration: Till around 9:45 AM• Terrain: Unpaved\, undulating and uneven• Suitable for all ages What to wear:• Dull-coloured clothes• Hats/caps• Comfortable walking shoes (avoid slippers or thin-soled sandals)• Rain-gear or warm clothing depen ding on the weather forecast What to bring: • Binoculars\, bird books/ apps (recommended)• Camera (optional)• Notebook/sketchpad and pencil ( optional)• Drinking water and snacks (recommended) — please arrange to take back your waste This Walk is free and open to all. Thank you!B lrBirders Volunteers GEO:12.907937;77.711687 LOCATION:Kasavanhalli Lake STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Fifth Sunday Bird Walk - Kasavanhalli Kere TRANSP:TRANSPARENT URL;VALUE=URI:https://blrbirders.com/events/fifth-sunday-walk CATEGORIES:BLRBIRDERS,FREE,BIRDING,ENVIRONMENT,NATURE-WALK X-BLR-TYPE:SportsEvent END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR