Jekyll2026-03-29T16:58:52+05:30https://www.iiscnatureclub.com/natureclubiisc.github.io/feed.xmlNature Club IISc Bengaluru{"type"=>"organization", "name"=>nil, "url"=>nil, "avatar"=>nil, "bio"=>"We are the Nature Club", "email"=>nil, "facebook"=>nil, "twitter"=>nil, "weibo"=>nil, "googleplus"=>nil, "telegram"=>nil, "medium"=>nil, "zhihu"=>nil, "douban"=>nil, "linkedin"=>nil, "github"=>nil, "npm"=>nil}Devarayana Durga Trek2026-02-23T00:00:00+05:302026-02-23T00:00:00+05:30https://www.iiscnatureclub.com/natureclubiisc.github.io/2026/02/23/Devrayanadurga_trekThe IISc Nature Club kicked off the new year with an early morning trek to Devarayana Durga on January 10th. Organized by Naman, the group explored a rugged jungle trail that showcased the local landscape.

Trek Highlights

  • The Journey: We departed IISc at 3:30 AM with a group of 43 participants.
  • The Route: We took a “V-shaped” route, entering from one side and exiting at a different location where our bus met us.
  • Timeline: Arriving at 5:30 AM and after some unforseen delays, we began the trek at 8:00 AM.
  • Duration: The hike took around 2 hours to complete.
  • Terrain: A relatiely gentle ascent through dry deciduous forest leading to a vast rocky plateau.
Dry scrubland

Our trail took us through the characteristic dry scrubland and deciduous forest of the region.


Walking on sheet rock

Navigating sections of exposed sheet rock, a typical geological feature of the area.


Group on the plateau

The group taking a breather on the wide rocky plateau, enjoying the cool breeze and cloudy weather.


Landscape view

Looking out from the plateau across the surrounding hill ranges before beginning the descent.

Credits

  • Photography: Trek Participants via Naman.
  • Write-up: Compiled from participant accounts with assistance from Gemini.
]]>{"type"=>"organization", "name"=>nil, "url"=>nil, "avatar"=>nil, "bio"=>"We are the Nature Club", "email"=>nil, "facebook"=>nil, "twitter"=>nil, "weibo"=>nil, "googleplus"=>nil, "telegram"=>nil, "medium"=>nil, "zhihu"=>nil, "douban"=>nil, "linkedin"=>nil, "github"=>nil, "npm"=>nil}A year with Nature Club2025-11-05T00:00:00+05:302025-11-05T00:00:00+05:30https://www.iiscnatureclub.com/natureclubiisc.github.io/2025/11/05/Nature_Club_Activities_24The IISc Nature Club is a vibrant community of students and campus residents who deeply care about our natural surroundings and the diverse inhabitants within them.

Situated within the rapidly evolving urban landscape of Bangalore, the biodiverse campus of IISc serves as a vital ecological sanctuary. We have been organizing nature walks, workshops, and treks both within the campus and across the region for several years. Our expert-led walks explore everything from mushrooms and trees to insects, birds, and the elusive slender loris.

Through these activities, we aim to spark curiosity while spreading awareness and appreciation for the rich biodiversity we share our space with.

Activity Highlights (Sept ‘24 – Aug ‘25)

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In the past year, we have organized a wide range of nature-focused events. Here is a brief look at our journey:

Workshops & Creative Contests

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  • Introduction to Birding: A foundational workshop accompanied by a guided campus bird walk.
  • Nature Photography: A beginner’s guide focusing on the technical aspects of capturing wildlife.
  • Nature Art: A creative session on drawing birds in various postures and styles.
  • Nature Meme Contests: A fun, digital-first initiative to engage the community through humor.

Guided Nature Walks

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  • Campus Bird Count: Participation in the international effort to document bird species on campus.
  • Mushroom Walks: Seasonal explorations of colorful fungi, including rare bioluminescent species.
  • Specialized Walks: Dedicated sessions for exploring Trees, Insects, Spiders, and Butterflies.
  • Fig & Fig-Wasp Walk: An in-depth look at the unique mutualism between fig trees and their pollinators.

Nocturnal Explorations

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  • Fireflies & Long Exposure Photography: A magical monsoon experience capturing the peak density of fireflies.
  • Loris Walks: Exclusive night walks focused on sighting the Slender Loris in the campus canopy.
  • General Night Walks: Discovering nocturnal life, including owls, snakes, skinks, and lizards.

Treks Around Bangalore

We regularly organize short, accessible treks to explore the geological and natural beauty surrounding the city, including:

  • Caves & Canyons: Gandikota and Belum Caves.
  • Hill Treks: Anthargange, Ramadevara Betta, Skandagiri, Madhugiri, and Nandi Hills.
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