22-September-2024

‘Trek Kothaligad’
A journey of adventure & fellowship with SPARC

By Honbrie Mendonca

On Sunday, 22nd September 2024,SPARC , the St. Pius X Church , Mulund Youth group, embarked on an exhilarating trek to Kothaligad, organized in collaboration with The Storytellers Trek Group. The adventure began bright and early at 5:30 AM as the group gathered at the church premises, filled with excitement and anticipation.

By 8:30 AM, after a scenic and lively bus ride, we reached the base of Kothaligad. Energized and ready to take on the day, we officially kicked off our trek at 9:00 AM. The first stop on the way was the breakfast point, where we enjoyed a much-needed break around 10:30 AM, fueling ourselves for the more challenging part of the trek that awaited us.

Around 11:30 AM, we reached the top of Kothaligad. The panoramic views were simply breathtaking, and the hour we spent at the summit was filled with laughter, awe, and a sense of peace. Whether it was capturing the moment through pictures and reels or simply soaking in the beauty of nature, it was a time to be cherished.

One unique aspect of the descent was the suggestion to carry gloves—a surprise for most of us. As we made our way down, we were saddened by the sight of litter along the trail.

By lunchtime, we were all hungry and exhausted, so the break at the designated lunch point was a welcome relief. We ate quickly, rejuvenated ourselves, and prepared for the remainder of the descent. Our group reached the base of the trek feeling accomplished.

Our group photos captured the essence of our triumph as we sat on the rocks, gazing in awe at nature’s magnificent creations.

The journey back was a mix of fun and fatigue, with everyone sharing stories, snacking during a brief break, and reliving the day’s highlights. We arrived back at St. Pius, exhausted but filled with gratitude for the day.

~ SPARC ~