Scout meeting 4 Feb 12

Total Defence Parade 15 Feb 12

Total Defence Hall Performance 13 Feb 12

Scuba Diving Course

Dear Scouts,

I am pleased to inform you that the Basic Scuba Diving Course organised by Cuon Scout Group, is now open for registration.

1. Course Objectives

• Learn what wearing scuba equipment feels like and how easy it is to move around underwater while wearing it

• Find out what it’s like to breathe underwater and learn whether you can be comfortable there

• Learn some basic skills and safety rules that will carry over to your full scuba certification course when you take the next step.

2. Venue: TBC

3. Date & Time: 31 March 2012 (Saturday), 2pm – 6pm

4. Course Fees: $60

Photos EOY Camp Ubin 30-31 Oct 2011

EOY Camp @ Pulau Ubin 30-31 Oct 11 (Sun-Mon, 2D1N)

Reporting Time : 30 Oct, Sun – 8.00am
(Meet at POSB ATM beside the Changi Village Food Centre, Attire: Sch-based shirt, track pants/bermudas, comfy walking/running shoes, scarf & woggle)

Dismissal Time : 31 Oct, Mon – Dismiss at 6.30-7pm estimated (Dismissal will be at Changi Village)

Campsite Venue : Pulau Ubin, Jelutong campsite (Southern end, 10 plus minutes walk from jetty)

Estimated Personal Pack List :
(Those with a star* are compulsory items)

1. Scout scarf & woggle *

2. Scout/school based t-shirts x 2
3. Shorts x 2
4. Undergarments x2
5. Socks x 2 pairs

6. Jacket/Windbreaker x 1 *

7. Toiletries- towels/toothbrush/etc
8. Utensils (fork&spoon) / small plastic or metal drinking mug *
9. Sleeping bag * 

10. Torchlight *

11. Poncho *

12. Slippers / sandals

13. 1.5litre water bottle *

14. Small bag for hike *
15. Stationery (Pen & some paper)
16. Mosquito repellent

17. Jack Knife(optional)

18. Hat/Cap (optional)

19. Personal Medication (if necessary)
20. Sunblock lotion (optional)

Note some of these danger spots which we will avoid (though we won't be cycling).
http://www.sgkopi.com/ubin/2009/02/ubin-drownings/
http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Asia/Singapore/Pulau_Ubin-1495667/Warnings_or_Dangers-Pulau_Ubin-TG-C-1.html
http://staff.science.nus.edu.sg/~sivasothi/pdfs/Danger%20cycling%20spots%20on%20Pulau%20Ubin%20-%20ST30mar2011.pdf
http://lazy-lizard-tales.blogspot.com/2009/06/snakes-and-deep-water-are-unseen.html
http://cyclinginsingapore.blogspot.com/2011/03/spots-for-cyclists-on-pulau-ubin.html

Ubin Recce 22 Oct 11

It was an exciting surprise to see a family of wild boars (who seemed unafraid of humans) to appear out of the blue while we were at the Info kiosk at the Chek Jawa area.

Meeting this 19Oct, Wed 2pm-4.30pm est

Dear Dove Scouts

Meeting this Wed, 19 Oct.
Ms Cheong ic.
Timing from 2-4.30pm est.
To assist in moving the rotten spars to be cut up by D&T technical staff.
'Appropriate' CIP hours to be given.
PE attire will do.

Reminder: If you've not given the consent form & $5 for the EOY camp, please do so ASAP to Ms Nawal.

National Day Celeb 8Aug11 - Photos

Clean Spars Shed 13 Aug 11 - Photos

Tampines Sports Carnival 17 Sep 11 - Photos

63rd Anniversary Campfire @ Catholic High Scout Group (Theme: Illuminate)

Date : 3 September 2011, Saturday

Time : 4.20pm to 10.50pm 
(Meet at Tampines MRT station control at 4.20pm, set off by 4.30pm
- Transfer trains at Paya Lebar MRT to circle line, then to Bishan MRT
- Eat dinner at Junction 8 Macdonalds, set off by 5.55pm
- Cross overhead bridge to opp bus-stop
- Take bus nos. 13, 52, 54, 88 and alight at 2nd bus-stop Or walk there.
- To reach the campfire event before 6.15pm
-  Leave campfire by 10pm & by 10.15pm est, board train from Bishan MRT and reach Tampines MRT by 10.50pm est.)
Venue : Catholic High School 9 Bishan Street 22 (S) 579767
Teacher ic: Ms Cheong
Note: Please collect the consent form from Ms Cheong.

Donation draw tickets FINAL submission.

Dear dove scouts.

A gentle reminder to those who are still holding on to their donation draw tickets.
Please submit it to either Ms Nawal or Mr Kenny Wong by tomorrow (8 Aug 11), Mon.
We need to consolidate and submit it to HQ by end of this coming week.

Cyber Wellness Course 2011

Dear Scouts

It has been a while since the last post was reflected on the blog. The inaugural Cyber Wellness Course, is now open for registration. The course aims to raise the awareness amongst Scouts in the cyber world, while educating them on the vigilant use of the Internet and being "cyber-responsible". Participants will also understand how they, as a Scout, can play a part to better the Internet and Cyber world.

During the 2 days course, participants will understand each topic covered through fun games,
videos and interesting sharing from the speakers. Participants will also get to present their
findings of the chosen topic in power point slides and video clip presentation. By sharing what
they have learnt during this course to their family and friends, and pledging to their resolution of
the course, they will be the Internet Wellness Ambassadors of the District!

Session 1
Date: 20 August 2011, Saturday
Time: 0900 – 1800 hrs
Venue: East Spring Secondary School

Session 2
Date: 27 August 2011, Saturday
Time: 0900 – 1400 hrs
Venue: East Spring Secondary School

Course Fee: $5.00 per participant
Closing Date: 15 August 2011
Eligibility: Scouts (Secondary 2 and above)
Size of Course: 30 Scouts Only

PLs, please let me know who wants to go for it. I think the Open Theme Collective Proficiency badge goes with it as well.


Yours-in-Scouting

SL Earnest Serval

Tampines District Patrol Camp (DPC) - WE GOT SILVER!!!!

To Jonathan, Luis, Bing Hui, Desmond, Syaqirah, Syafiqah, Miza and Nadirah 

This is testament of your resilience and determination as a team!!

Especially half of you guys had a full LTC camp just before this.... I can only say, "Marvelous job!"

Photos on 16 June 11, Thurs - SANA Course & DPC day 1

June holiday schedule

14 June 11, Tues - Civil Defence Course
Involved - Nykson (group ic), Elijah, Jamine, Syakirah (teacher ic - Ms Nawal)
- Meet at Tampines Bus Interchange SMALL MACDONALDS at 715am 
- Take bus 969 and set off latest by 7.45am

Venue: Yishun Fire Station, SCDF HQ 3rd CD Division, 533 Yishun Industrial Park A #01-01 (768774)

Time: 0900hrs – 1630hrs (but must report by 0845)

Attire:  Half Scout U with Scout T-shirt

To Bring: Stationery, Water, Packed lunch / Money for lunch  /  Poncho or umbrella

Note: There will also be a written MCQ test (30 minutes) and some basic practical first aid skills.
How to get there: 

1. Take bus 969 from Tampines Bus Interchange to Yishun MRT station bus stop (about 35-40 mins)

2. From there, walk to Yishun Bus Interchange to take bus 811.

3. Alight at the 6th bus stop (Blk 289) after by-passing Chongfu Pri and turns left.

4. Walk about 10-15 mins to the Yishun Fire Station. (rem to bring umbrella/poncho in case of rain)

15 June 11, Wed - DPC Helpers move logistics 
REPORTING TIME: Report by 1100hrs (Dunman Sec-Team1) AND 1120hrs (Changkat Changi-Team2). (teacher ic - Ms Nawal)
- DPC helpers to move logistics onto lorry (Dmn Sec) [Lorry will be here by 1115am] and move them down at (Changkat Changi sec)
- 2 teams of 4 scouts each. Team 1 will be stationed in Dunman and team 2 wait at Changkat Changi.
- Team 1 upon completing loading the lorry, will take cab to Changkat Changi to help unload.
- Helpers will be given CIP hours upon completion of duty.
- Please register your interest with PL Jonathan.

16 June 11, Thur - SANA Course
Involved - Chin Hong (group ic), Nykson, Elijah, Gerald Lim, Jamine, Syakirah, Athes (teacher ic - Mr Kenny Wong)- Meet at Tampines Bus Interchange SMALL MACDONALDS at 715am 

- Take bus 27 and set off latest by 7.45am

Venue: Sengkang Community Hub  No. 2, Sengkang Square #05-01 (S545025)

Time: 0900hrs – 1730hrs (but must report by 0845)

Attire:  Half Scout U with Scout T-shirt

To Bring: Stationery, Water, Packed lunch / Money for lunch  /  Poncho or umbrella

Note: There will also be a written test:

Part I -  Written Test

Section A - MCQs - 20 Questions (40 Marks)

Section B - True / False - 10 Questions (20 Marks)

Passing Mark - 60%

Part II -  Online Badge Project – Submission of Friends of Transfer Agent

Scouts will need to proceed to this website:  http://www.sana.org.sg/badgeproject/
to submit 10 transfer agent forms online two weeks from the course date.
How to get there: 

1. Take bus 27 from Tampines Bus Interchange to Compassvale Rd (bus-stop Blk 240) (about 25 mins)

2. Walk about 10 mins to Sengkang Community Hub. (rem to bring umbrella/poncho in case of rain)

16-20 June 11, Thur-Mon - DPC @ Changkat Changi Sec (opp Simei MRT)

Involved - Jonathan, Luis, Bing Hui, Desmond, Miza, Syaqirah, Nadirah, Syafiqah

19 June 11, Sun - DPC Campfire @ Changkat Changi Sec
(teacher ic - Mr Kenny Wong)
Time: 7pm to 930pm. (Meet at Simei MRT control at 6.30pm)
Location:  Changkat Changi Secondary School Field, 23 Simei Street 3 (529894)
Attire:  Half Scout-Uniform with Unit T-shirt
*Long pants/Culottes with covered shoes, with scout scarf
- Please register your interest with Hazimah.

20 June 11, Mon - DPC Helpers move logistics (part2) 

REPORTING TIME: Report by 1115hrs (Changkat Changi Sec @ Simei) (teacher ic - Ms Joanna Ng)

- DPC helpers to move logistics onto lorry (Dmn Sec) and move them down at (Changkat Changi sec)

- Team 1 helpers be at Changkat Changi by 11.15am to shift equipment to Foyer and lorry will arrive by 12pm, then shift logistics up onto lorry.
- Team 2 helpers be at Dunman Sec by 12pm.
- Estimated should complete by 2-3pm.

- Helpers will be given CIP hours upon completion of duty.

- Please register your interest with PL Gerald Mak (in Facebook or SMS).

CANCELLED! 25 June 11, Sat - Mayflower Sec Campfire  CANCELLED!
(teacher ic - Mr Kenny Wong) 
- Meet at Tampines MRT control at 4.45pm

Time: 630pm to 930pm.

Location:  Mayflower Sec Sch Assembly Hall, 2 Ang Mo Kio St 21 (569384)

Attire:  Full Scout Uniform

- Please register your interest with PL Jonathan.

How to get there: 

1. Take MRT from Tampines to Paya Lebar
2. Change MRT from Paya Lebar to Circle Line and head to Bishan MRT.
3. Reach Bishan MRT (Circle Line) then change to NS Line.
4. Take the MRT to Ang Mo Kio MRT.
5. Transfer to the interchange and take either bus 166 or 169 and alight at 4th bus-stop opp the school.

Activities from Apr till June

Dear Scouts

As exams loom near, there are many things that I would like you guys to take note of.

1. District Patrol Camp [16-20Jun11] (and National Patrol Camp in Nov/Dec)
You guys need to practise!!! I will be available on Tuesday (19/4) and Thursday (21/4). I'm having similar exam dates as you guys so I understand. I will meet you guys on Tuesday to discuss on the plans. All to be present! [added by Mr Wong - Pls note that this coming weekend (22/4) starts the CCA standdown]

2. National Day Parade 2011
I will be there to help out. My main objective is to help the Foot Drill Instructors (FDIs) pass their On-Job Training (OJT). It will be a good exposure especially for the new Sec 1s. [added by Mr Wong - For the sec ones taking this up, to note that it requires quite a bit of commitment and sacrifices to your weekends and June holiday period. Ask the Sec 2s who have gone for it last year.]

3. National Exploration Challenge (Jun/Jul)
This is for you guys to experience real exploration. I will release more details when I have them. If the criterias meet, you guys can get the Explorer Badge.

4. World Scout Environment Programme
I would like to meet you guys to talk about it. Although there is no need to implement it Unit-wide, it'll be good for you guys to attempt and finish it. I would also see if I can tie in with the Water Conservation Badge for you guys to complete your National Campaign Badges. I'll be doing the project myself so no worries about it. I'll be there to guide you guys as well.

5. Personal Progression and Proficiency Badges Pursuit
As mentioned, the PLs will take you guys all the way through from Scout Standard to Advanced Scout Standard. I will do the World Scout Badge, First Class Scout Badge and the Chief Commissioner's Award. The PLs will train and test you, i'll just sign your books. Do not be afraid to take up whatever opportunities that come to you. I do hope all of you progress well all the way.

YIS
SL Jiang Li

Kayaking 1 Star (9-10Apr11) Photos

Photos of kayaking 1 star taken in June 2009

Kayaking 1 star programme - 9 & 10 Apr @ Changi Water Venture

18 Scouts involved: (Chin Hong, Nykson, Elijah, Gerald Lim, Sabrina, Jamine, Miza, Nadirah, Syafiqah, Sharifah, Melinda, Atiqah, Afifah, Farhana, Luis, Bing, Desmond, Hazimah)


Date:   9 and 10 Apr (Sat/Sun) 
Reporting time:   8.45am (We'll have B'fast at Changi Food Centre before walking there)
Reporting venue:   Changi Village Food Centre POSB ATM (Take bus numbers: 2, 29, 59, 109 to get there)
Attire:    Dove Scouts T-shirt, slacks/shorts/bermudas
Footwear:    You are advised to wear slippers or sports sandals when you come, but NEED TO CHANGE TO COVERED SHOES before you set out with your kayaks. 
* Note!!: Improper footwear will result in you being barred from setting out with your kayaks. You'd need to get one from nearby Changi Village before you are allowed to continue.
Other info:    
1. Bring enough money for lunch (also breakfast if you want to eat B'fast there)
2. Drink lots and lots of water the night before and in the morning to hydrate yourself.
3. Inform me if you are not feeling well that day, but please get an MC if you are sick and unable to come.
4. Poor swimmers are to report to me on actual day.

Things to bring:
1. A pair of old covered shoes (preferably canvas type) or rubber kayaking shoes (NO Slippers) for going out to sea. (Compulsory)
2. Spectacles retainers (rubber-like that holds the glasses to the head/ears) (Compulsory)
3. Water bottle (1L or 1.5L) (Compulsory)
4. Toiletries and towel (Compulsory)
5. Extra pair of clothing (Compulsory)
6. Sun block lotion (SPF above 20 – UVA & UVB protectant) (optional)
7. Cap or hat (optional, but strongly recommended)

Map of PA Water Venture Changi

(Green circle - Where your bus will drop off at the Changi Village bus terminal)

(Yellow circle - POSB ATM meeting point)

(Orange circle - PA Water Venture Changi)