I had two weekends off, before a new batch would begin at the University. I wanted to make up for all the missed opportunities to trek or travel in the past 5 months.   Normally, I trek on my own in the western ghats. But this time, I chose to go with a trekking organiser. I had no time to make the arrangements and gather at least four people to trek with me to make it economical. It therefore made sense to go with a group. That would also allow me to meet new people. I decided to do the Nethravathi peak trek arranged by “Planned the Unplanned”. My friend Mir decided to join me.