Dunman Dove Scout Unit

Scuba Diving Course

2012-01-14T23:09:00.004+08:00

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

2011-11-01T14:30:00.009+08:00

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

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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

2011-10-22T15:17:00.005+08:00

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

2011-10-16T16:32:00.001+08:00

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

2011-09-18T01:01:00.000+08:00

Clean Spars Shed 13 Aug 11 - Photos

2011-09-18T00:50:00.002+08:00

Tampines Sports Carnival 17 Sep 11 - Photos

2011-09-18T00:23:00.000+08:00

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

2011-08-15T15:25:00.003+08:00

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.

2011-08-07T16:16:00.000+08:00

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

2011-07-31T01:59:00.002+08:00

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!!!!

2011-06-20T00:52:00.005+08:00

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

2011-06-16T18:12:00.002+08:00

June holiday schedule

2011-06-09T15:10:00.059+08:00

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

2011-04-16T22:23:00.005+08:00

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

2011-04-12T16:27:00.003+08:00

Photos of kayaking 1 star taken in June 2009

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

2011-03-24T20:20:00.004+08:00

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)

Scout meeting this Sat (26Mar11) - [8am - 12.30pm]

2011-03-23T23:41:00.004+08:00

Dear Dove Scouts
There is Scout meeting this Sat (26Mar11) - [8am - 12.30pm].
Jiang Li sir will brief the PLs of the details of this Sat's meeting.
Please remember to bring your Scout booklet at all times for all the meetings and check which areas you'd need to pass in order to get to the next Scout Standard.

Also I'd like to take this opportunity to thank and commend everyone in their efforts during the last JobWeek.
We managed to hit our target maximum points for the Frank Cooper Sands Award section on Jobweek earnings. The next one will be the donation draw tickets that will be issued to you around May. Please continue to keep up the good work!
Also FYI, so far the top 3 earners for JobWeek are from the Sec 1s!! Will let you all know who they are once all the Jobweek cards and monies are collected and accounted for. Those who earned 'well' will get their bumble-bee badge, Yayyy!! We will let you know what is the meaning of earning 'well' soon.
As said earlier, the top 3 earners for JobWeek will receive a 50% subsidy for the coming Jamboree at year end which we are targeting the Malaysia Jamboree (19-25Nov2011). The details of the Jamboree should be coming from Scout HQ soon and we will try to have almost our whole unit to go for this as much as possible.

Click here for some pictures of the campsite.
Another link here.

Dynamite Health Trooper Course

2011-03-23T01:03:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts

The following Scouts are to attend the Dynamite Health Trooper Badge Course. This is a pre-requisite to the Warrior Health Trooper Badge Course. Details are as follows:

Date: 25th Mar, Friday
Time: 4pm - 5.30pm (we could not get the 2pm - 3.30pm slot)
Venue: Healthzone @ HPB
Attire: school uniform

Participants:
1. Miza
2. Syaqirah
3. Nadirah
4. Syafiqah
5. Melinda
6. Atiqah
7. Afifah
8. Farhana
9. Rashidah
10. Chin Hong
11. Nykson
12. Elijah
13. Sabrina
14. Jamine
15. Syakirah

Please bring along your stationery.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Job Week Camp 11-13 Mar 2011 Photos

2011-03-20T19:08:00.004+08:00

Return JobWeek cards - Mon (21Mar11) - 2pm

2011-03-20T17:53:00.000+08:00

Dear Dove Scouts
Please return your cards and earnings tomorrow immediately after the morning assembly at the Scout den.
Also, PLs are to ensure the flagpole to be brought down as it interferes with PE lessons.

JobWeek Camp Pack List

2011-03-08T09:46:00.001+08:00

Items - Quantity
Full Scout Uniform (includes beret) - 1 Set
Shirt(School / Scout Based) - min 2
Shorts (School / Scout Based) - min 2
Windbreaker/Jacket - (it will be cold in the nights)
Socks - min 2 Pairs
Undergarments - min 2 sets
Shoes - 1 Pair (non-scout shoe)
Slippers - 1 Pair (for bathing)
1.5L Water Bottle - 1
Utensils - 1 Set
Haversack and Small bag - 1 Each (when you go out to do your JobWeek)
Hanger - 1
Sleeping Bag - 1
Toiletries - 1 Set
Towel - 1
Poncho - 1 (don't get stuck in the rain while doing your JobWeek)
Personal Medication - Optional
Holiday homework (to be completed during the nights)
Sec one's you are expected to bring your uniform as you will be undergoing investiture during the first night.

B)Flagpole and tents to be completed on Friday noon.
You guys are needed to stay back after school to build your flagpole.The sooner you guys do it the faster you guys can go home.

Centenary Big Thank You!!!

2011-03-06T13:11:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts

It is my honour to serve as your Scout Leader. I believe our little efforts for the 100 years of Scouting has cumulated into a big one. I dedicate this medal to all Leaders of East Area and Dunman for giving me opportunities! May the next 100 years be even more exciting!!!

YIS

SL Jiang Li

4 Mar 11, Friday (12.30-130pm) - Short 1hr admin meeting

2011-03-02T09:38:00.002+08:00

Dear Dove Scouts

This Friday (4 Mar 11), we'd need to have a short admin meeting outside the Scout den.
Also do remember to submit your Kayaking edusave forms and DPC registration forms as soon as possible.

22 Feb, Tues - Founder's Day Photo

2011-02-22T17:55:00.002+08:00

Frank Cooper Sands Award - Gold!

2011-02-21T17:27:00.005+08:00

Dear Dove Scouts

It is my honour to announce that we have got GOLD for our Frank Cooper Sands Award (2010)!!
This is due to the cumulative efforts and commitment by you Scouts, our ever wonderful strongman Jiang Li sir, and all the other teacher ics who have contributed in this fine achievement. Thank you everyone!
There are much more things to be done for this year and I hope that everyone will continue to play a part in keeping the Dunman Dove Scouting Spirit alive!

REWARD on 23 Feb, Wed, 2.30pm onwards at Sch canteen: Just a simple thank you to reward everyone for their contributions in helping the Dunman Dove Scouts attain the GOLD award, and also to honour and celebrate the birthday (22 Feb) of our Scout's Founder, Lord Baden-Powell. The reward is a Pizza makan treat by the Scout teachers and our dear beloved principal, Ms Chong! Yayyyy!!!!! All Dove Scouts (Sec 1s to 5s, plus whoever can come) are expected to be there, Kay?

22 Feb, Tues - Founder's Day - Wear full U

2011-02-16T00:39:00.009+08:00

"Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell (pronounced /ˈbeɪdən ˈpoʊ.əl/) (22 February 1857 – 8 January 1941),
also known as B-P or Lord Baden-Powell, was a lieutenant-general in the British Army, writer, and founder of the Scout Movement."

extracted from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Baden-Powell,_1st_Baron_Baden-Powell

1. 22 Feb, Tues is Founder's Day. Please be in your full uniform by 7am at the Scout den.
Those who need to get things (green socks and such) from HQ's Scout Shop can go with Ms Nawal as she is going there this Saturday (19 Feb) after your training. Some of you have expressed interest in going, so do let Ms Nawal know and confirm how you are meeting up with her.

2. The Scout NE video done during the Mon noon assembly by Luis and the gang (tediously compiled by Luis) was very well done many of the teachers have said it was better than the other UG's videos. Good job!

3. Forms forms forms - Kayaking and abseiling consent and registration forms. Please give them to me latest by this Friday as I need to submit the registration forms up to Pasir Ris PA Water Venture asap. You shouldn't be holding onto it for sooooooo long. For those who have promptly submitted, thank you.

4. 27 Feb, Sun - Abseiling Level 1 course - Please ensure that you have a good breakfast before meeting at the Pasir Ris MRT control - Ms Joanna ic

Total Defence Day - 15 Feb11, Tues

2011-02-15T11:10:00.002+08:00

Training for 19th Feb

2011-02-12T20:45:00.000+08:00

Dear Scouts

This upcoming sat, we shall split into 4 groups doing 4 different things concurrently:

1. Sec 1s: we will be doing the Scout Promise and Law and Salute test. We will move ahead with Uniform, Ceremonies and Knowledge of Movement. You can visit the Scout webpage @ www.scout.sg for more info. I will be taking you on these. Do bring along writing materials.

2. Sec 2s: You girls will be doing backwoodsman cooking. In your patrol (I think we have 3 girls in each patrol), come up with a simple menu for you girls to eat. This will be your Advanced Scout Standard test on Cooking (2). Cooking without utensils = backwoodsman cooking (recall Dec Camp). You have 2 hours to complete it. Those who have not clear Scout Standard, this Sat will be the chance to do so. Please approach your PLs for help.

3. Sec 3s: You will be doing your First Class Pioneering project. I want to see a model done using bamboo sticks/ cane sticks. Projects can be either of the 3: tower, bridge or aerial runway. You have 4 hours to complete it.

4. Sec 4s: You will assist me in assessing the Sec 2s and Sec 3s. Once I'm done with the Sec 1s, I will check on them.

Your intense training has commenced. By June, hopefully, the seniors move up to the next level of Standards. I will also announce who are new the APLs.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

29 Jan, Sat Scout Meeting Photos

2011-01-30T23:45:00.003+08:00

29 Jan, Sat (8am-12.30pm) Scout Training

2011-01-28T17:21:00.000+08:00

Dear Dove Scouts
Please be reminded of training for tomorrow (Sat, 29 Jan, 8am).
Be in full uniform please and remember to bring all the (kayaking & abseiling) course forms

Energy Conservation Stage 1

2011-01-25T23:04:00.006+08:00

Dear Scouts

I have registered the following Scouts for the Energy Conservation Course Stage 1 to be held on 11th Feb (3 to 5pm) & 18th Feb (3 to 5pm). The attire will be school uniform. You have to attend both dates to finish the badge. The badge is a pre-requisite for First Class Scout Standard. Please do bring your latest utilities bills with bar chart consumption (photocopies are acceptable) and a calculator to the class.

1. Miza
2. Syaqirah
3. Nadirah
4. Syafiqah
5. Sharifah
6. Melinda
7. Atiqah
8. Afifah
9. Farhana

Please alight at Somerset MRT station. Once you exit the gantry, turn right. Once past the 7-11, turn left to exit. I believe you have to exchange for passes to access the centre which is held at Level 6 of the building.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Diving Course

2011-01-23T17:46:00.005+08:00

Dear Scouts

There is an upcoming Diving Course organised by Cuon Scout Group (do take note it is before your term test week). Below are the details:

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: Outram Secondary School

3. Duration: 5 March 2011 (Saturday) 2pm – 6pm

4. Course Fees: $50 per person

5. Eligibility

-Scouts (Min.14 years old)

-Venture Scouts -Rover Scouts / Leaders

Max. Participants: 15 Participants (Max). Application is on a first come first served basis.

6. Closing Date : 28 January 2011, 6pm

If anyone is interested, do let me know directly.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

22 Jan, Sat (8.30-12.30pm) Scout Training

2011-01-20T18:58:00.000+08:00

Reminder of this Sat's training. Full uniform.
Do remember to bring your Scout booklet for all meetings.

15 Jan, Sat (8.30-12.30pm) Scout Training

2011-01-14T09:59:00.001+08:00

Please be reminded of the meeting tomorrow and be there in full scout uniform.

CCA Fair 11 Jan 11 (11/1/11)

2011-01-12T17:47:00.004+08:00

Thank you dove scouts in putting in so much of your time and effort in making the catapult, the swing and the portable flag pole. I know that you guys worked till very late almost daily just to get everything right.
Now lets all pray hard that we'll get a good bunch of Sec 1 Scouts who will grow to love and enjoy scouting as you all have. Lets have an excellent scouting year ahead!!! Yayy!!!

Upcoming training dates and time (Term 1)

2011-01-04T23:45:00.004+08:00

4 Jan,Tues - 1st Scout meet (Mr Wong ic)
7 Jan, Fri (1.30pm-5.30pm) [Full uniform] - 2nd Scout meet (Ms Nawal ic)
8 Jan, Sat - [No training this Sat]
10 Jan, Mon (2.30pm-5.30pm) [PE attire] - 3rd Scout meet (Mr Wong ic)
11 Jan, Tues (2.30pm-5.30pm) [Full uniform] - Sec 1 CCA Exhibition (All teachers)
15 Jan, Sat (8.30am-12.30pm) [Full uniform] - 4th Scout meet (Ms Joanna ic)
22 Jan, Sat (8.30am-12.30pm) [Full uniform] - 5th Scout meet (Ms Nawal ic)
29 Jan, Sat (8.30am-12.30pm) [Full uniform] - 6th Scout meet (Mr Wong ic)
5 Feb, Sat [No training this Sat, CNY weekend]
12 Feb, Sat (8.30am-12.30pm) [Full uniform] - 7th Scout meet (Ms Joanna ic)
18 Feb, Fri (7am-8am) [Full uniform] - Total Defence Day morning assembly (Ms Joanna ic)
19 Feb, Sat (8.30am-12.30pm) [Full uniform] - 8th Scout meet (Ms Nawal ic)
[19 & 20 Feb, Sat&Sun - Full 2 days - Proposed dates for Kayaking 1 star & 2 star course - TBC - Ms Nawal ic]
22 Feb, Tues (7am-8am) [Full uniform] - Scouts Founder's Day (Mr Wong ic)
26 Feb, Sat [No training this Sat, Comm Care and Share Day Bazaar]
1 Mar, Tue (1.30pm-5.30pm) [HALF uniform] - 9th Scout meet and Admin briefing for JobWeek Camp (Mr Wong ic)
5 Mar, Sat [No training this Sat, Next week Common Test Week]
[March holidays JOBWEEK - (Ms Joanna ic)]
12-13 Mar, Sat-Sun, 2D1N (Sat-meet 8am, overnight, next day, Sunday end 6pm) (All teachers)
16 Mar, Wed (Whole day 8am-5.30pm) - Mentor 1 group of (Pri sch) Cub Scouts for Jobweek for service points (All teachers)

Happy New Year and some new changes

2011-01-03T18:34:00.001+08:00

Dear Dove Scouts

Tomorrow (4 Jan 11), at 2.30pm need you guys to stay back to start the structure building as the CCA Exhibition is next week Tuesday.

Some new changes to teacher ics:
Miss Han has gone to NIE to do her studies to become a full-fledge teacher and Ms Alia has been moved to another CCA due to a shuffle of teachers within CCAs.
Many many thanks to Ms Han and Ms Alia for all the contributions and we will dearly miss them both.

Our new teachers coming in are Miss Siti Nawal (our former Netball teacher ic) and Ms Joanna Ng (new teacher from another school). Do give our these two teachers are loud loud welcome when you all see them Ok?

Happy New Year and may we score a Frank Cooper Sands (Gold) for 2010! Yayyy!!!!

2010-12-26T00:31:00.001+08:00

Dear Doves

Here are some upcoming events and activities lined for at least term 1 of 2011.

1. CCA Exhibition Orientation Day (Week 2): - To build structures to showcase our Scouting talent in Pioneering.

We would need to start immediately when school reopens in starting to make the structures.

PL Gerald will brief you all.

2. Kayaking 1 Star (2days) and 2 Star (3days) programme at Pasir Ris Water Venture around either end of Jan on Sat & Sun or.by mid Feb estimated.

The 1 star program will cost $50 which you will pay using Edusave (except for those who don't have enough to pay by cash).

The 2 star program costs $65. [Those who went for the 1 star last year are Jonathan, Gerald, Rashidah, Martin, Austin, Justin]

http://www.water-venture.org.sg/

3. Possible Level 2 Abseiling and Sports Climbing course at Pasir Ris Water Venture by term 1 too [TBC].

They've just opened a brand new Sports Climbing and Abseiling wall at the Pasir Ris Water Venture in March this year. And the prices for the courses are a bit cheaper, so its the ideal choice for us being nearer too. Don't get too happy about it yet. Whether we are going or not, to be confirmed. Read article here.

4. Ok, so far that's about it. Please look at the calendar on the left as I have updated the activities and events there.

Rest well and look forward to a more fun and wonderful year 2011

2010-12-09T16:10:00.004+08:00

Dear Doves

For those who went for the Singapore Jamboree 100, I believe that it was definitely an enriching and worthwhile experience for you eh? Weather-wise, it wasn't really so bad after all with the rain in the evenings for most of the days and sunny weather in the mornings and noons. Too much MOZART? Haha... Do rest well for the remaining of the Dec holidays and do allocate time to go through your books for next year so you'll be more prepared for the coming year ahead in juggling your studies and Scouting and everything else. Thank you all for being such lovely and a terrific bunch of Scouts.

Next year Malaysia Jamboree 16 Nov 2011 anyone?

Photos Singapore Jamboree 4-9Dec

2010-12-05T01:57:00.015+08:00

Meeting on 26 November

2010-11-23T15:20:00.004+08:00

Hello everyone

There will be a meeting on 26 November, this Friday, just before The Singapore Jamboree to get certain things done.

-Debriefing of Year End Camp
-Preparationof Singapore Jamboree
-Briefing on 2011 Sec 1 cca orientation

Everyone must report in front of the scout den by 8.30 am
Attire will be half-U
BRING your green scout record book as well

Photos of events not posted before

2010-11-21T02:20:00.001+08:00

Photos PL and APL presentation ceremony on 9 Jan 10
http://dunmanscout.blogspot.com/2010/11/photos-pl-and-apl-presentation-ceremony.html

Photos of Bedok South Kijang Scouts Campfire on 10 July 10
http://dunmanscout.blogspot.com/2010/11/photos-of-bedok-south-kijang-scouts.html

Photos of End of the Year Camp 18 - 21 Nov 10

2010-11-21T00:13:00.009+08:00

EOY Scout Camp

2010-11-17T21:57:00.003+08:00

Just to further add on,

For tomorrow, 18 Nov, the reporting time is now 0800. The attire to report in is Pe attire with red scout tee. Please bring along your utensils to eat too.
yeah. i look forward to seeing you guys tomorrow.

Cheerio! (-,-!)

Year End Camp (18-21Nov, Thurs-Sun) and many more

2010-11-14T00:19:00.002+08:00

- 18 - 21 Nov (Thurs - Sun [4D/2N]) - Year end camp with 20 Nov, Sat being the campfire night.
Venue: Dunman Sec Sch field
Other info:
- Campfire will be inviting the Tampines area Scouts to come.
- See earlier post by Gerald on the packing list.
- Thursday (18Nov) will be mainly setting up day whereby you can cache your fullpacks in the Scout den and prepare the gateway, flag pole, tents, campfire setup, plus other stuff. Afterwhich, you guys will go home to sleep a good night's sleep before starting the full camp the next day on 19 Nov, Fri

- 4 - 9 Dec (Sat-Thurs) - Singapore Jamboree @ Sarimbun Campsite (plus fun stuff to other parts of Singapore)
- This is the one to watch out for and you better don't get sick and miss this one harr...
- My advice to all the sec ones and twos is to get lots of different badges and stuff from HQ and exchange them with the other overseas scouts for unique badges and stuff.
- I've got my badges ready... have you got yours? *smiles*
- Note: Do make sure you have sewn the unit badge onto your hats. [The hats are loaned to you and you'd need to return them after the Jamboree]

Click here for an interesting history with old pictures of the Jamborees in the days of your great great grand parents http://www.pinetreeweb.com/1929-times07.htm

Year End Camp Packlist (18-21Nov, Thurs-Su)

2010-11-13T16:37:00.012+08:00

1. Full uniform(compulsory) x1
2. Scout/school based t-shirts x4
3. Shorts x4
4. Undergarments x5
5. Socks x2pairs
6. Long sleeve shirt (compulsory) x1
7. Toiletries- towels/toothbrush/etc
8. Utensils (fork&spoon) / plastic drinking mug
9. Sleeping bag or jacket (its been pretty cold at night)
10. Small bag for hike
11. Stationery
12. Protractor/Ruler/Set squares(For orienteering)
13.Jack Knife(optional)
14.Poncho(compulsory)
15. 1.5litre water bottle
16. 500ml water bottle
17. Torchlight
18. Ez-link card (compulsory)
19. $10+ (preferably)
20. Slippers
21. Fuel for backwoodsman-dry leaves/sticks(compulsory)
22. Personal Medication (if necessary)

Do SMS me for any clarification (Gerald Mak)

Scout Meeting 10 Nov, Wed (9am - 12.30pm)

2010-11-02T16:58:00.000+08:00

Dear Dove Scouts

Please be informed of a meeting next week on 10 Nov, Wed (9am - 12.30pm).
We would need to finalise the things necessary and prepare for the EOY Camp cum campfire.
For those involved with the Bridging Program (Sec 3Exp-Austin, Justin, Martin, Ting Fang, Kashvin), do come if you can after your classes.

23 Oct, Sat - Scout Meeting (8.30am-12.30pm)

2010-10-20T18:20:00.000+08:00

Dear Scouts

Glad that the exams are over. Hope everyone did their best in it.
There is meeting this Saturday and we need to prepare a lot of things for the coming year-end camp.
Ms Han is ic for this Sat.
Cheerio!

Updates

2010-09-19T23:05:00.006+08:00

Dear Scouts

Some news for u...

1. We have won Silver at the District Scout Lore Quest!!! Well done!

2. This Sat (25th Sep), sec 2s and 3s will go for their hike around the district (together with Guide Proficiency Badge). Sec 1s shall have cooking at the sand pit and tent pitching in the school field. If you guys are good, you should finish your Scout Standard and Advanced Scout Standard that day.

3. Those who have not submitted their Crime Prevention logbooks and posters, please do so by this Sat. Test will also be conducted this Sat. Some have already gotten their badges.

4. [Added by Mr Kenny Wong] Next week is CCA Stand-down. For the sec 2s & 3s, please make sure you bring at least a water bottle and a suitable bag for the hike. I do understand it is a pretty busy term 4 for everyone, but do come for this last training before the exams. Cheerio!

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Sept Events

2010-08-31T23:28:00.008+08:00

Dear Scouts

Please take note of the following:

1. Crime Prevention - This Sat, I will collect all your log books and posters. Bring along your blue booklet as well. The test will be conducted this sat. All the test answers come from the blue booklet.

2. Scout Lore Quest - There are 3 topics for the challenge:
   a. Singapore Scouting History (1910-2010),
   b. Scout Practices
   c. How Singapore Scouts Operates.
(Scouts Involved: LUIS, BING HUI, GERALD, JONATHAN, DESMOND)
I will talk to you guys this sat on the preparations for this. The Quest will be on 18th Sept from 1pm to 5pm at Greenview Sec.

3. Frisbee Challenge
I believe you guys have put in effort. Good job and well done! Winning is one thing, but putting in effort and displaying true sportmanship separates a winner from a champion.

4. Sat Training (4th Sept)
I have started school so from this week onwards, training shall resume to Saturday. I would like you guys to settle down after so many events (SYF, NDP, YOG and National Campaign Badges) and carry on with training as a Unit in Patrol System. If weather is good, we shall do tent pitching and brush up on our skills. This is to allow you guys to clear your various standards as well as to prepare for the Singapore Jamboree.

5. Forms submission for the Singapore Jamboree [add-on by Mr Wong]
I think it is a little bit unfair for those who faithfully submitted all their forms on time.
I am giving those who have not submitted the related forms to give me by Saturday (4 Sep).
Pls put it in my pigeon hole & SMS me. [by Mr Kenny Wong]

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Photos Frisbee Comp - 28 Aug 10, Sat

2010-08-29T16:21:00.001+08:00

International Coastal Cleanup Singapore (ICCS) on 11 Sep 10, Sat

2010-08-28T18:04:00.007+08:00

Dear Scouts,

Please take note of the change in the meet up time. We will meet at 6.30am and take bus 403 from the interchange to Pasir Ris beach.

Attire: Scout-based/ Group-based T-shirt

Items to bring: - pen

- rain coat

Date: 11 Sep 2010, Sat

Time: 7.30 am till 1.00 pm

Cleanup Venue: Pasir Ris Beach
[Meet at Pasir Ris Mac Donalds at 6.30am, then we'll take bus 403 from interchange.

Advice: Go earlier please. Late-comers got to go their by yourself]

Click here to find out more.

* All Sec 1 to 3s are required to attend this activity.

Ultimate Frisbee competition - 28 Aug, Sat

2010-08-27T09:32:00.003+08:00

Involved: MIZA, SYAQIRAH, SYAFIQAH, MELINDA, AFIFAH, GERALD, JONATHAN, BING HUI, DESMOND, RASHIDAH

Stage 1 – Frisbee Clinic:

Date:23rd July 2010

Time:1500 hours – 1800 hours

Venue:East Spring Secondary School

Stage 2 – Frisbee Challenge (Actual competition day):

Date:28th August 2010

Time:0800 hours – 1600 hours

Venue:East Spring Secondary School

Training on 20 Aug, Fri

2010-08-19T23:31:00.001+08:00

Training on 20 Aug, Fri
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Venue: Scout den
Attire: Full uniform
Ms Han ic

NDP 2010 photos

2010-08-16T16:31:00.001+08:00

Civil Defence Results (3rd June)

2010-08-13T22:23:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts

All 5 who went for the Civil Defence Course on 3rd June have all passed. They are:

1. Jonathan
2. Gerald
3. Bing Hui
4. Hazimah
5. Martin

Congratulations!!!

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Some GREAT News!!!

2010-08-10T14:10:00.005+08:00

Dear Scouts

I have the following GREAT news to annouce to the unit:

1. The 6 NDP girls (Syafiqah, Syaqirah, Atiqah, Nadirah, Sharifah & Afifah) were GREAT!!! They did the nation and unit proud!!! Good job for the outstanding parade performance!!! [Add-on by Mr Kenny Wong - Yayy!!! I tried to find you all on TV, but they flashed the Scouts march pass for only a split few seconds]

2. All 11 Sec 2s and 3s who went for the District Fireman Course have passed with Jonathan, Martin, Hazimah & Luis getting the highest grading of the Junior Officer for their above standard logbooks!!! Good job done!!!

We are also the school with the highest number of Junior Officer and the only school to have all participants passing the course.There will be a certificate presentation ceremony for all 11 of them. Details to be announced soon.[Add-on by Mr Kenny Wong - *does the chicken dance*..... You all did good. The teachers and leaders are all proud of you!]

3. Lastly, have a great NDP holiday!!!

YIS

SL Jiang Li

REMINDER

2010-08-05T00:58:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts

Please be reminded of the following deadlines:

1. 7th Aug - Those taking the Fireman Course, please finish your logbooks and bring on Friday to show me after school.

2. 30th Aug - For all taking the Crime Prevention, please finish your logbooks and posters. Do bring the crime prevention booklet on Friday to allow me to endorse if you have completed any of the tasks listed in the booklet.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

SYF 2010 pictures

2010-07-28T02:31:00.002+08:00

Click here to see more pics

National Badge Patch Carnival 2010 - 14 Aug at HQ

2010-07-28T02:22:00.003+08:00

National Badge Patch Carnival 2010 will be held on the 14th August, from 8.00am to 4.00pm at HQ, SSA
Involved: GERALD, BING HUI, LUIS, JONATHAN, DESMOND

Jamboree forms and Dondation draw tickets final submission

2010-07-20T00:53:00.005+08:00

1. Jamboree forms - Those who have yet to submit to me the Jamboree registration forms, please give it to me ASAP by Wed (21 July) as I need to respond to HQ on our total numbers.

2. Donation draw tickets final submission - The final deadline is end of this month, or 30 July, Fri which you need to submit everything. Please complete all the tickets. Remember, the top 3 will get 50% subsidy for the end of the year's Jamboree! Plus there is also your squirrel badges! There will be a 2nd last collection this Friday (23 July)

3. Note: This Sat (24Jul) is FireMan course (0900hrs to 1200hrs) at HQ 2nd SCDF Division 1 Tampines Industrial Ave 3 Singapore 528777 (GERALD, BING HUI, DESMOND, JONATHAN, AUSTIN, JUSTIN, MARTIN, HAZIMAH, LUIS)

4. Stage 1 – Frisbee Clinic this Friday (23Jul) from 3-6pm at East Spring Secondary School
GERALD, JONATHAN, LUIS, BING HUI, DESMOND, SHAHIDAH, RASHIDAH, AUSTIN, JUSTIN, MARTIN, MIZA, SYAQIRAH, NADIRAH, SYAFIQAH, MELINDA, AFIFAH

5. Scout meeting this Friday - Please be at the den at 1pm after you've had your lunch. We'll start walking over to East Spring around 2.40pm for the Frisbee clinic and the non-participants will follow and have some fun there. We need to meet at the den for admin matters (see item no. 1 & 2 above)

Flag Raising duty this week (4) and week 9

2010-07-20T00:33:00.000+08:00

Do note that this week (4) and week 9 (23-27 Aug) is our flag raising duty.
Austin, Justin, Ting Fang, Hazimah (reserve).

Tamp district Overseas Exchange Trip - Last day back at Changi Airport

2010-07-19T01:21:00.000+08:00

Health Trooper Badge 2010

2010-07-14T10:39:00.004+08:00

Dear Scouts

THe Dynamite Health Trooper Badge is on this upcoming Friday, 16th July from 3.30pm to 5pm at Healthzone, Health Promotion Board Building.

1. Gerald
2. Jonathan
3. Luis
4. Bing Hui
5. Desmond
6. Shahidah
7. Austin
8. Justin
9. Martin
10. Ting Fang
11. Hazimah

Upon completion of this course, you can move on to the stage 2 which is known as the Warrior Health Trooper Badge. I will sign you guys up nearer towards the course date (mid to end August).
YIS
SL Jiang Li

Photos of Bedok South Kijang Scouts Campfire on 10 July 10

2010-07-10T23:57:00.001+08:00

Bedok South Kijang 20th Anniversary Campfire - 10 July, Sat (6.10pm)

2010-07-08T15:39:00.001+08:00

Campfire's burning . Campfire's burning. Draw nearer. Draw nearer....

Date: 10th July 2010
Time: 6.10pm SHARP @ Tanah Merah MRT Control first then walk there.
Venue: Bedok South Secondary School (1 Jalan Langgar Bedok, Near Tanah Merah MRT Station)

I will issue to you all consent forms for this campfire.

PLs & APLs; Please come up with some idea for either skit, song, or some entertainment item to perform then.

We need to perform for all campfires in order to attain points for the Frank Cooper Sands Awards.
For the newbie sec 1s, Click here to go to learn more on campfire songs.

Updates 060710

2010-07-06T22:42:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts

I hoped you guys had a fruitful June Holidays + Youth Day. We have completed SYF, Abseiling Level 1 and Rock Climbing Level 1. Currently, you guys should have started on your Crime Prevention. I will be planning the Crime Prevention Exhibition Visit (looking at 13th Aug, Friday afternoon).

For this Friday's meeting (9th July), I will be doing parts of your various Standards. For the Sec 1s, it will be knots and the National Flag, Pledge and Anthem. For the Sec 2s, it will be knots. For Sec 3s, it will be revision on exploration.

All are to bring their green Scout Record Book and crime prevention booklet.
YIS
SL Jiang Li

Tampines District Fireman Course 2010 - 10 & 24 July

2010-07-01T17:41:00.005+08:00

Here are the 9 Scouts who have registered and will be attending the Fireman Course:

- GERALD, BING HUI, DESMOND, JONATHAN, AUSTIN, JUSTIN, MARTIN, HAZIMAH, LUIS

The Tampines District Fireman Course 2010 is officially open for application!

The Tampines District Fireman Badge Course will highlight the operations of the Singapore Civil Defence Force and the various fire precautions which the Scouts can apply in their daily lives, at home and while in activities such as camping. The duration of this course is 1½ days which will include a full day for modules, hands on skills and a half day Fire Station visit.

Date:                10 & 24 July 2010
Time:               0900hrs to 1700hrs (10th July) & 0900hrs to 1200hrs (24th July)
Venue:             Changkat Changi Secondary School (10th July)
                        23 Simei Street 3
                        Singapore 529894

                        HQ 2nd SCDF Division (24th July)
                        1 Tampines Industrial Ave 3
                        Singapore 528777

Course Fee*:    $8.00 per participant (payment will be using scout funds)
Eligibility:        Secondary 2 Scouts and above
*Course Fees include Lunch on the 10th July 2010 and one-way transportation from Changkat
Changi Secondary School to HQ 2nd SCDF.

2 July, Fri - (1pm - 2.30pm) - Short admin meeting

2010-07-01T17:36:00.000+08:00

Dear Scouts

We'll need to have a short admin meeting this Fri, 2 July from (1pm to 2.30pm)
Agenda is as follows:
1. Singapore Jamboree - Confirmation of your attendance
2. 2nd round of Donation Draw returns collection (Submit only the fully sold tickets)
3. Campfire at Bedok South on 10 July - Confirmation of your attendance
4. Checking of your attendance in activities using the link in the blog.
5. Any other business (AOB)

Note: I NEED EVERYONE to be there including the sec 4s so I can get a confirmation from you regarding the Singapore Jamboree and the return of the donation draw tickets.

Our scouts' photos are in the new HQ Website!!!

2010-06-23T16:23:00.001+08:00

http://www.scout.sg/media/photo-gallery/album/72157623994803783/world-water-day-2010.html

http://www.scout.sg/

Abseiling course pictures (20 June 2010)

2010-06-22T01:36:00.008+08:00

Pictures click here - Part 1

Other pictures click here - Part 2

Other pictures click here - Part 3

Abseiling 20 June & Sports Climbing 27 June Course (level 1 only)

2010-06-16T16:34:00.000+08:00

Activity : Abseiling Course - 20 June 2010, Sunday - (8.45am to 6pm) [ic - Mr Kenny Wong]

(Meet at Tampines Bus Interchange, Small MacDonalds at 8.45am first, before taking bus 969 to Yishun MRT, then walk to SAFRA Yishun by 10am

– Settle your breakfast before coming – Lunch on your own

– By 5.15pm est, board bus 969 & reach Tampines Interchange by 6pm est.)

- Bring: 1. Poncho, Water bottle (min. 1L) w water, 1 set of extra clothing for changing

- Attire: Slacks (long pants) or rugged bermudas (no shorts), covered shoes, Scout red tee, a hat/cap (optional), sun block (optional)

Activity : Sports Climbing Course (level 1 only) - 27 June 2010, Sunday (8.45am to 6pm) [ic - Ms Alia]

(Meeting information and such same as above)

* Note: Sports Climbing level 2 has been postponed to a later date. Exact date TBC.

CLICK HERE for some pics and info on the coming sports limbing and abseiling courses.

Please ensure that you have submitted to me both your Edusave & Course registration forms ASAP latest by Wed (16June) morning!

CLICK HERE to download Abseiling registration form - 20June,Sun

CLICK HERE to download Sports Climbing level 1 registration form- 27June,Sun

Photos - Campfire at St Nicholas Girls Sec - 14 June 2010

2010-06-15T01:43:00.003+08:00

Singapore Jamboree 4-9 Dec 2010

2010-06-14T00:06:00.009+08:00

Six full days of non-stop action and FUN FUN FUN!!
For those who had been to last year's Malaysia Scout Exchange Programme will probably see some of your Malaysia Scout friends again very soon!!
The cost of the Jamboree is $200 per scout (Pay by Edusave (if edusave not enough then to fork out cash). You are STRONGLY encouraged to sign up for this as it WILL BE FUN FUN FUN!!! And you won't forget the experience for a very very long time! Sec 4s and 5s can also sign up for this as it will be after your O levels. The top 3 earners from this Donation draw sales will be subsidised 50%!!
I will give you the forms to fill during the first week when sch reopens.

Campfire at St Nicks Girls - 14 June, Mon (meet 5.50pm-Braddel MRT) - (ic-Mr Kenny Wong)

2010-06-13T02:41:00.002+08:00

Activity : Campfire (Theme: Shakespeare)
Date : 14 June 2010, Monday
Time : 5.50pm to 9.45pm est.

(Meet outside BRADDEL MRT station control at 5.50pm,
- Walk and reach the sch before 6.15pm
– Settle your dinner before coming
– By 9.10pm est, board train from Braddel MRT & reach Tampines Interchange by 9.45pm est.)

Venue : CHIJ St Nicholas Girls Secondary School
430 Toa Payoh Lor 1 (S) 319759

Attire : Full Uniform

8 June 2010, Tues (9-10am) - Short admin meeting

2010-06-03T00:53:00.000+08:00

Dear Scouts

There will be a short admin meet next week Tues, 8 June 2010 (9-10am).
A few things to go through:
1. Issue donation draw booklets
2. Issue Edusave & Course registration forms for the Abseiling (20 June, Sun) & Sports Climbing (27 June, Sun) courses.
3. Confirm attendance for campfire at CHIJ St Nicholas Girls Sch on 14 June, Mon (evening)
4. AOB

Civil Defence Course, SYF Update, NDP Update

2010-05-30T21:20:00.005+08:00

Dear Scouts

Please take note of the following:

1. Civil Defence Course (3rd June, SCDF HQ 3rd CD Division, Yishun Fire Station, 533 Yishun Industrial Park A #01-01, 0900hrs to 1630hrs)

-Jonathan
- Gerald
- Luis
- Desmond
- Bing Hui
- Rashidah
- Ting Fang
- Austin
- Justin
- Martin
- Siddiq
- Hazimah
- Kashvin
- Nisa
- Zi Hui
- Alfian
- Ai Xuan
- Pei Yu
- Hidayah

You guys can take Bus No. 39 from Tampines Interchange and alight at Yishun Interchange. Then transfer to Bus No. 811 and alight at the bus stop opposite Chongfu Primary School and walk towards the junction of Yishun Industrial Park A.

2. SYF
There is training this Friday, 4th Jun is from 0830 to 1230 at Home Team Academy. Attire is half-u. Please report at Greenview Scout Den at 0730.
- Jonathan
- Melinda
- Miza
- Shahidah
- Rashidah
- Farhana

Bus no. 3 stops at Greenview Sec.

3. NDP Training
There is a training on Thursday, 3rd Jun at 0900 at Guangyang Sec. Please be in half-u and bring along your full-u with white scarf and beret. Do make sure that you have your marching boots by then.
- Sharifah
- Syafiqah
- Afifah
- Atiqah
- Nadirah
- Syaqirah

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Updates 26th May

2010-05-26T21:14:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts

A very good job done for the Scout Rally 2010!!! I do hope all of you have enjoyed yourselves.

A note for NDP participants: There is no NDP training this Saturday as Friday is a public holiday. Do however get your marching boots before the next rehearsal.

I have the donation draw tickets with me. Do your best to sell them as half of the money comes back to us to help subsidise your courses.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

wed, 19 May - Short meeting

2010-05-18T12:51:00.001+08:00

Dear scouts, we need to meet tmr to do a few important things.
1. complete banner for the scout rally.rally,
2. fill the cans w sand and seal it up. then test out the game.
3. Also pls submit your consent forms by tmr and we will be issuing to you consent forms for the abseiling and sports climbing course in june.

NDP Training & Meeting for 15th May

2010-05-11T20:48:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts

For those who are participating in NDP this year (Nadirah, Syafiqah, Sharifah, Atiqah & Afifah), there is a training session this Saturday. All are to be in full Scout Uniform (wear the white one and bring the red one in case) with beret and marching boots. Please bring along a water bottle as well (no bags!). I will be going as well so we need to be at Guangyang Sec (behind Scout HQ) by 0930. I will pass you girls the training schedule on Saturday as well.

As such, this saturday, I need ALL Scouts (Sec 1s to Sec 4s) to be in sch by 0800 for a short briefing on the upcoming events. There is a LOT of preparation and admin work to be done. Once again, I have a lot of information on my side so I need to disseminate to all of you.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Updates 7th May 2010

2010-05-07T22:43:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts

Some updates while you guys mug for exams...

1. Energy Conservation Course Stage 2 Results
The following Scouts have passed and I will collect and issue to you guys when I see you again. For those who didnt complete it, I felt that it was a waste.
- Jonathan
- Gerald
- Bing Hui
- Luis
- Martin
- Austin
- Justin

2. I will be registering all sec 1s, 2s and 3s for the Crime Prevention. No worries on the assignments. I will guide you all through and all of you shall pass (unless you don't do your part of the work).

3. Singapore Jamboree

The Jamboree circular is out. It will be held from 4th to 9th Dec and it costs $200 for those aged between 11 to 16 (you guys) and $150 for Adult Leaders & Staff aged 17 and above (Ventures, Rovers). This will be the event to attend!!! More details when I meet you guys again...

Happy studying!!!

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Even more updates on 27th Apr

2010-04-27T22:19:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts

Apparently, this is the season of updates. Here are a few for you guys to have a look:

1. Scout Rally Games

The categories are:

a. *Design Banner Competition
b. **Fancy Dress Competition (Cubs Event)
c. **King's Throne Event (1 Cub & 4 Scouts)
d. **Sour Grape Event (4 Cubs & 4 Scouts)
e. **Family Framboree Event (3 Families)

*Design Banner Competition - Only 5 units will be chosen from the Area for this competition.
**Teams for the Competition/Event will be representing the District. 1 team per Competition/Event.

Teams representing Area/District may be considered for Frank Cooper Sands Points.

2. Scout Rally Setting up of stalls

a. Scout skill based activities
b. Family/friends based activities
c. Sale of items/ food

For stalls type a and b, it is preferred to be mass participation as we have to deal with about min. 150 paxs per stall.

For sale of items/food - the main committee had proposed for sale of our oxgenated water, ice cream and puffs (on consignment basis). But of course, if Units have better idea, they are welcome to shared.

Prizes - all participants will be given the rally badge when they took part in the scout based activities stalls (for subsequent patronising of scout skill based stalls, they will be given another rally badge of different colours). Collar pins will be given at family based activities stalls.

Coupons - from the $5 registration fees, each Scout will be given two coupons, of which one they must go will be the scout skill based activities stalls (so that they can be given the official rally badge). Scouts can purchase additional coupons at $2 once they used up the given coupons.

For purchase of drinks/food/souvenirs, scouts will need at least 2 coupons.

Each stalls will be given a subsidy of $50 from the area.

Earnings of stalls will be based on profit sharing.

3.Tampines Scout of the Year Award 2010

The highest recognition to the most outstanding Scout in the Tampines District. Anyone has nominations? I do have some in mind but you can nominate yourself. Closing date is 31st May.

4. Rock Climbing Level 1 & 2 and Abseiling Level 1

Apparently, the costs I gave you guys on Sat were not correct. These are the correct costs for the courses:

a. Abseiling Level 1 - $55 (1-day course)
b. Rock Climbing Level 1 - $55 (1-day course)
c. Rock Climbing Level 2 - $90 (2-day course for those who went with me last year)

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Crime Prevention 2010

2010-04-24T17:37:00.005+08:00

Dear Scouts

The National Crime Prevention Proficiency Badge is open for registration. It will be $3 per Scout and is open for all. I need the names asap so that I can submit to HQ fast. You will start the course work in end-june and complete the requirements needed by October. Below is the criteria for the badge:

1. Attend lectures conducted by your Unit Leaders.

2. Visit to the Neighbourhood Police Centre and attend an introduction talk by the Police Officer.

3. Personal assignments:
-Participate actively in the activities of the Neighbourhood Watch Zone (NWZ) Scheme and persuade their parents to join in the NWZ activities.
-Bring handouts, pamphlets and checklist on crime prevention to the attention of parents. -Practise regularly measures of crime prevention measures at home, in school and on the streets.
-Visit a crime prevention exhibitions held at any public housing estate or other locations or visit the crime prevention display room at the various Police Land Divisions.
-Keep a log book of articles, newspaper cuttings, photographers/pictures on crime prevention. Marks will be awarded for content, effort and presentation. The passing mark is 50%.
-Design a poster measuring at least 37.5 cm x 27.5 cm with any form of materials, depicting the theme on crime prevention. Marks will be awarded for message, effort and presentation. The passing mark is 50%.

4. Written Test:- Must have successfully completed Section I, II and III.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Updates 21st Apr

2010-04-21T21:37:00.005+08:00

Dear Scouts

Here are some updates:

1. As this saturday is CCA standdown, I would have to postpone our Bukit Timah trip. Rest assured I will do it soon...
[Add-on by Mr Wong - Please meet at 8.30am at the scout den this Sat (24Apr10). The meeting will be a short one (about 1 hr or so) with mainly admin matters to settle. Attire: Half U]

2. The Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games Interest Badge is open for all to register. This badge is in addition to the volunteer badge that I have signed you guys up for. Those who are volunteering under the Scout Association will be able to complete the badge work. Those who are helping for the YOG under the school will also get to complete it.

3. The programme for Scout Rally 2010 is out. I will release the details on sat.

4. I need to have a short meeting this sat for admin purposes as well as some training for all of you.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

CCA Standdown from this Sat, 24 Apr onwards till after Mid Yr Exams.

2010-04-20T15:37:00.000+08:00

YOG volunteer namelist

2010-04-19T01:07:00.001+08:00

Dear Scouts

Here are the list of scouts involved in the YOG volunteer event. The details and job nature will be confirmed soon. HQ will give us the details.
Leader ic: Martin
Ting Fang, Luis, Bing Hui, Desmond, Gerald, Jonathan, Shahidah, Rashidah, Farhana, Atiqah, Sharifah, Miza

SYF Selected Participants

2010-04-18T21:56:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts

I am pleased to annouce that 6 of our Scouts were selected for the SYF marching contingent. They are Jonathan, Rashidah, Shahidah, Miza, Melinda and Farhana. Work hard and do us proud!

Please do take note of your training schedules and to report in the appropriate attire accordingly. I will check on the schedules to make sure it does not clash with the YOG training and if it does, I will try to make some arrangements so that all of us get the best of both worlds.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Some Updates

2010-04-13T21:10:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts

I have some updates for you guys.

1. Good job to those who participated and volunteered as service scouts for the Amazing Race. I believe everyone did a good job to make the event run smoothly.

2. Please remember to do your assignments for Energy Conservation Stage 2. I do not wish to see a repeat of what happened to the SANA course.

3. For those who helped out for World Water Day on 21st Mar. There is an invitation by PUB to have lunch as an appreciation. The details are as follows:

-Date: 16th Apr Friday
-Time: 1pm to 3pm
-Venue: MEWR Hall, 25th Storey, Environment Building, 40 Scotts Rd (above Newton MRT station)
-Attire: Scout tee, jeans and covered shoes

4. For this Saturday, I would like to sort out the tents in the Scout Den (we only did a little during Job Week)

5. There is a briefing and selection for SYF this Saturday for those involved. The details are as follows:

-Date: 17th Apr, Saturday
-Time: 10am
-Venue: Greenview Secondary School
-Attire: Full Scout Uniform with Beret

For any queries on the above, please call/ msg me at 9176 2998.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

DistrictAmazing Race

2010-04-09T05:35:00.002+08:00

good morning,

here are the full details for the event.

VOLUNTEERS.

You guys are to report in FULL UNIFORM 2.30 SHARP at pasir ris mrt station.
bring along your PT KIT-DOVE RED T-SHIRT and another set of clothings to sleep,you guys will be washing up.

PARTICIPANTS.

report at pasir ris park amphitheater at 7.30 am SHARP

attire would be PT-DOVE RED TEE and SCARF.

YOU GUYS ARE EXPECTED TO BE IN PROPER ATTIRE BE IT YOU'RE A VOLUNTEER OR PARTICIPANT.

FAIL TO DO SO WILL BE DEALT SEVERELY.

On a REMINDER for all, for the whole year we are requireed to wear the 100 YEARS OF SCOUTING SCARF.

any question, you guys can call or message me. STATE WHO YOU ARE FIRST.fail to do so will not be entertain. thank you

YIS

venture huda

YIS

Venture Huda

TDAR

2010-04-06T00:18:00.002+08:00

To all volunteers for TDAR,
please be reminded that other than wearing your Full Scout Uniform on Friday,
you are required to bring along and change into PT attire with RED DUNMAN DOVE TEE .
NO excuse for anyone to be without this tee.
Do bring along an extra set of attire to be worn after shower. :)

p.s Venture Huda, please bring along EARTH HOUR 2010 TEE to be worn at night ♥

YIS
♥Venture Wai Man

Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Marching Contingent

2010-04-04T19:29:00.004+08:00

Dear Scouts

There are slots available for us to participate in the marching contingent for SYF. Trainings will be on Saturdays during the June holidays (Scout meetings will not be affected as I am looking at courses for you which will not fall on Saturdays). The actual event is on 3rd July. Successful participants will receive the Footdrill Badge and the Marching Flash. It is open to ALL levels. I need the names by Monday (5th Apr) night.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

District amazing race

2010-04-02T14:42:00.003+08:00

To all volunteers involved in the District Amazing Race:

Stay-over @ Siglap Sec on 9th April(Friday)

Report to Pasir Ris Control Station at 2:30pm sharp.
Be in full uniform with your 100 years scarf.
Further information will be given at a later date so please check this blog regularly.

YIS,
Pei Yu

TAMPINES DISTRICT AMAZING RACE COMPETITION - 10 Apr 2010, Sat

2010-03-30T23:20:00.002+08:00

Participants:

Team 1 - Gerald Mak (leader), Luis, Syafiqah, Syaqirah, Nadirah_Reserve

Team 2 - Jonathan Cheng (leader), Bing Hui, Miza, Sharifah, Desmond_Reserve

Volunteers (13 nos):

Shahidah, Rashidah, Austin, Justin, Martin, Hazimah, Nisa, Zi Hui, Hidayah, Pei Yu, Alfian, Huda

Date of Event: 10 April 2010, Saturday

Time: 0800 hours to 1800 hours (Scouts and Ventures)

Venue: Pasir Ris Park Amphitheatre (Reporting Venue)

Pasir Ris Park/ East Area of Singapore

Attire: PT-Kit with unit/ school t-shirt and scarf

Fee: SGD $14 per team (Maximum of 2 teams per scout unit) (Each team of 4 Scouts plus 1 reserve)

[PAID, so no backing out and don't 'sabo' your friends]

Methodology of Event (Key points):

- Duration whole day race

- Prize presentation in the evening

- Each team are required to do a task before given a clue at the starting point, the team who finish the task first gets the clue first, subsequence teams will have a five minutes delay. All teams in the individual category would be given the same clue, they will then head to the checkpoint and are required to perform a certain task, once the task is completed, they would then be given the clue to the next checkpoint by the event support crew allocated there.

- Both Scout and Venture Scout Events will be held around the EAST area of Singapore,

- Can take all forms of public transport except taxi.

- The starting point and finishing point would be the same for all teams.

Programme

TIME - ACTIVITY - VENUE

0800 - Registration for Venture and Scout Categories - Pasir Ris Park

0900 - Race Start for Venture and Scout Categories - Pasir Ris Park

1200 - Registration for Cub Category - Pasir Ris Park

1300 - Race Start for Cub Category - Pasir Ris Park

1700 - Race End for all categories - Pasir Ris Park

1730 - Prize Presentation - Pasir Ris Park

1800 - Home Sweet Home

Updates 28th Mar

2010-03-28T21:44:00.004+08:00

Dear Scouts

Here is the Scout Rally Info.

Date: 22nd May 2010, Saturday
Time: 1430hrs - 1800hrs
Venue: Hwa Chong Institution
Fee: $5 (event badge, drinks, games coupon)
Closing Date: 12th Apr 2010

All are to attend as it celebrates our 100th yr of Scouting in Singapore.

Also, for those who wants to do proficiency badges (Sec 1s to 5s), there are 2 to start off with: Collector and Smallholder.

1. Collector
- Maintain a collection neatly and systematically for 6 months
- Suggestions include coins, stamps, shells and cards
- Size must be reasonable, bearing in mind the nature of the collection. Quality is a must.
- Know something about the subject of your choice and show an intelligent interest in it (to have a research being done about your collection subject).

2. Smallholder
- Keep any livestock for a year, knowing its breeding habits, how it is to be fed, trained, housed and exercised.

Last note for the coming Wednesday training (31st Mar):

1. PLs, please do teach and enforce the World Scout Badge requirements. You can go ahead with starting them on the Scout Standard with the National Flag, Pledge and Anthem.

2. Sec 2s and the rest, do open up ALL the tents, assemble complete sets and insert a equipment list into each bag.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

Cooking badge course on 14 Aug 09 last year

2010-03-27T23:37:00.000+08:00

Photos of Cycling badge course 27 Mar 10, Sat

2010-03-27T22:59:00.003+08:00

Think everyone had a good exercise and good fun too eh?
My arms and face are like a cooked lobster now.
Remember the remaining things to do, that is to study the Singapore Highway Code and how to dismantle and fix up a bike plus how to fix a flat tire. After you've been tested on that, you'll get the Cyclist badge.
Yayyy!!!

Cyclist Badge

2010-03-25T00:55:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts

I will be conducting the cyclist badge this saturday, 27th Mar 2010. Please meet at Car Park C of Pasir Ris Park at 8.30am. All who wish to participate are to have their own bicycles, repair kits and an air pump. Safety gear like helmets, elbow and knee guards as well as bicycle flashlights can be brought to highlight and educate the rest on cycling safety. We will be having a short Risk Assessment Management (RAM) before we commence the activity. This is to highlight important factors that we need to consider when undertaking high risk activities. We will be cycling in Pasir Ris park itself. Below are the criteria for the badge:

1. Own and have used a bicycle which is properly equipped and in working order.
2. Be able to make simple adjustments and repairs like adjusting of seats, changing tyres and mending of puntures at the discretion of the Examiner.
3. Demonstrate knowledge and observe the Highway Code, traffic signs and signals and be able to read a map.

*For those who can't cycle, this sat will be a break for you. If you are still keen on coming, please find alternatives to join us for our cycling.

YIS

SL Jiang Li

27 Mar, Sat - Cycling badge course

2010-03-25T00:09:00.001+08:00

Dear Scouts

This week Sat, 27 Mar - Cycling Badge Course
Venue: Meet at bicycle rental place at Pasir Ris Green Carpark ‘C’
(Near the Gallop horse stables & about 10mins walking distance from Pasir Ris MRT)

Time: 8.30am till 12pm est

Cost : Not applicable, but BRING YOUR OWN BIKE..
(you may consider renting a bike over there at roughly between $4-$7 per hour rental. You would probably need to rent a bike for about 2-3 hrs)
*Compulsory=> Bring along 1L WATER, PONCHO and some light snacks in a small daypack
*Note: Must submit the consent forms duly signed first.

Attire : PE attire with Scout based Tee shirt

Teacher ics: Ms Alia, Mr Fairuz, Jiang Li sir

2010-03-21T19:51:00.003+08:00

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