Unit Hike Preparation Information Part 1

Dear Scouts, this is the preparation information Part 1 to the unit hike which will be held on 25th Aug from 9am to 3pm.

For Sec 1s (Observer Badge - to fulfil all 5 criteria):
1. In Kim‟s Game, remember 24 out of 30 well-assorted articles after one minute of observation. Test to be performed twice with different articles and each article to be adequately described.
2. Recognise 8 out of 10 simple sounds. These may include animal sounds, sounds of different musical instrument, different vehicles sound, etc.
3. Give an accurate report of an incident lasting not less than one minute and involving at least three people. This report must include a full description of one of the persons involved.
4. Travel on a public transport for about 20 minutes or walk along a street for 10 minutes. Describe, to the satisfaction of the examiner, of the places, people and dynamics that have taken place.
5. Demonstrate alertness to potential sources of dangers in an urban setting. This could be done in the context of a risk assessment or potential terrorist plots in public places.

For Sec 2s (Observer Badge + Guide Badge - see below 2 criteria):
1. Have a good knowledge of a locality of your choice for example a museum, conservation area or neighbourhood.
2. Conduct a guided tour for a patrol of the selected locality.

For Sec 3s (Observer Badge + Guide Badge + Naturalist Badge - see below 3 criteria)
1. Make a detailed study of any one plant or animal (i.e. ferns, grasses, wild flowers, trees and shrubs; butterflies, moths or other insects, amphibians, wild animals, birds, fish etc). Discuss with the Examiner the results of observations and sources of any information used, i.e. museums, books etc.
2. Make a visit to any natural conservation area in Singapore and display an understanding of how man‟s activities or management could affect the site.
3. Show a general understanding of the efforts by the government or any non-governmental organisation involved in the protection of natural environment.
*To be listed as an environment badge for First Class Scout Badge.

Let's work hard for a very wonderful hike. This will be YOUR hike!!!

YIS

Earnest Serval