the sec 3s who survived annual training camp together!
Believe me when i say, 'i can do it!'
venturaz.
s-cude. seven shooting stars
VP
D2D - dare to dare
believables
i love QM!
Mummy atttack! say 'wow!'
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
photo part IV
the sec 3s who survived annual training camp together! Believe me when i say, 'i can do it!' venturaz. s-cude. seven shooting stars VP D2D - dare to dare believables i love QM! Mummy atttack! say 'wow!'
photos. part II
whoops. de leaders cant resist de chicky's temptation.
and the chickies. carnogenic chick, healthy chick, 'chicken rice' chick , blackie and chicken runaway.
presentin to you, de results of outdoor cooking.
"see us cook!"
chicky!
the people behind de scene. cheerios.
oUtdoor cooking. bell oven. the leaders! *drools*
meal ring. ABCDEFG, thank you god for feeding me.
breakfast. yummy!
horse shoe formation quick march
day 2 morning.
colour party.
this is de only time i think she looks good.
sleepy weiching who tried to act sexy.photos pArt I
the happy vs shy immigrants of camp christine
syamira and the 'ker-ching' punishment.
rain rain go away, come again another day...
The illegal immigrants...
Boo! weiching and weixin~`
Monday, March 26, 2007
Jing Qiu's reflection
This year's training camp was slacker than last year's training camp. I thought it would be alot more tougher. I think it was because of the weather, kept raining cats and dogs, elephants and donkeys, during the camp.But it was fun and i had alot of scars from camp, but i don't know why.
Day1:I thought i was very late already when i reached school but there were people later than me. On the bus trip I didn't do a good job lifting up the spirits of my patrol members. Tent pitching was a lesson for everyone: Must remember to take pacing of 15 steps before doing anything. We (VP,Believables and Venturaz) had a hard time pitching our tents as our tents were too close together. Then we had to move and move and move, thus took along time before the tent were up and the tent was saggy. The food this year was alot nicer than last year's food. No carbonated rice. Then was gadget making. We took a long time before we got it done. Then was games in the rain. After dinner was nightwalk, and i didn't join. I missed out in lots ofgreat stuffs ): and that includes nightwalk, night game, campfire, pt,punishment and sleeping in the tent. Sad. I feel very bad for joining in alot of activities with my patrol. Sorry. I will build up my physical body and immune system.
Day2:Participated in most of the activities except the last 2 which is the most fun ones ): Had outdoor cooking and i believe everyone enjoyed the food that they cooked themselves. Had fun preparing the food and blowing the fire although i ate some soot (: The chicken came out very nicely done. I want to thank all the seniors who helped us with the outdoor cooking. Then was wet game. Halfway through the games, there were loud thunder and all of us had to go into the lodge. We were suppose to rolled down tent walls and take in towels.... And we did that very fast(efficient!) In the lodge, we played some games. Then when the sky was clear again, we went outside to play wet games again. All of us had fun playing. I was soaked from head to toe after that and was shivering. Ziying was also very cold but couldn't go change 1st. Then was dinner and after that was patrol duty. Then it was campfire and during that i wasnt feeling very well but i still tried my best to joinin. Every patrol put up a good show for their own item for the campfire (:Then was night game. So many people back out ): Valerie and I want to join.I wanted to challenge myself, but no chance to do it ):
Day3:Was suppose to clear up and to strike tent. My patrol was suppose to wash the toilets. I think we had fun washing the toilet (: Then the sec3s had to stay back to strike tent but actually everyone helped out as the bus wasn't here yet. Then valerie and i left together with the sec2s cause mrs ong want us to go home 1st. But in the end we waited for the other sec3s to come back to take group photo (:This year's camp was great and the seniors really did a great job although many activities weren't carried out. I really hope we wonld learn from our mistakes and for the next camp , do better.
Rawk on everyone (:
BELIEVE ME WHEN I SAY "I CAN DO IT"
jingqiu
Day1:I thought i was very late already when i reached school but there were people later than me. On the bus trip I didn't do a good job lifting up the spirits of my patrol members. Tent pitching was a lesson for everyone: Must remember to take pacing of 15 steps before doing anything. We (VP,Believables and Venturaz) had a hard time pitching our tents as our tents were too close together. Then we had to move and move and move, thus took along time before the tent were up and the tent was saggy. The food this year was alot nicer than last year's food. No carbonated rice. Then was gadget making. We took a long time before we got it done. Then was games in the rain. After dinner was nightwalk, and i didn't join. I missed out in lots ofgreat stuffs ): and that includes nightwalk, night game, campfire, pt,punishment and sleeping in the tent. Sad. I feel very bad for joining in alot of activities with my patrol. Sorry. I will build up my physical body and immune system.
Day2:Participated in most of the activities except the last 2 which is the most fun ones ): Had outdoor cooking and i believe everyone enjoyed the food that they cooked themselves. Had fun preparing the food and blowing the fire although i ate some soot (: The chicken came out very nicely done. I want to thank all the seniors who helped us with the outdoor cooking. Then was wet game. Halfway through the games, there were loud thunder and all of us had to go into the lodge. We were suppose to rolled down tent walls and take in towels.... And we did that very fast(efficient!) In the lodge, we played some games. Then when the sky was clear again, we went outside to play wet games again. All of us had fun playing. I was soaked from head to toe after that and was shivering. Ziying was also very cold but couldn't go change 1st. Then was dinner and after that was patrol duty. Then it was campfire and during that i wasnt feeling very well but i still tried my best to joinin. Every patrol put up a good show for their own item for the campfire (:Then was night game. So many people back out ): Valerie and I want to join.I wanted to challenge myself, but no chance to do it ):
Day3:Was suppose to clear up and to strike tent. My patrol was suppose to wash the toilets. I think we had fun washing the toilet (: Then the sec3s had to stay back to strike tent but actually everyone helped out as the bus wasn't here yet. Then valerie and i left together with the sec2s cause mrs ong want us to go home 1st. But in the end we waited for the other sec3s to come back to take group photo (:This year's camp was great and the seniors really did a great job although many activities weren't carried out. I really hope we wonld learn from our mistakes and for the next camp , do better.
Rawk on everyone (:
BELIEVE ME WHEN I SAY "I CAN DO IT"
jingqiu
See Peng's Reflection
Yo. Venture for Challenge--This year's training [[Excuse me..this is TRAINING camp ok..NOT your typical leisure camp!]] camp theme.I must say..it's different going there as a leader than when i was a trainee. Though it was raining most of the time at camp, i thought that it brought out the effectiveness of the patrols. Tent doors closed, ponchos brought out, everything was done very quickly. If this isn't blessing in disguise, what could it possibly be? However, many games that were planned could not be played and i thought it was a pity for the trainees because the leaders have planned many exciting games for you! Staying indoors was yet another thing as you can witness how your leaders went the extra mile planning for wet weather program as well..otherwise..you all would be staying indoors doing nothing..so please thank them for their effort and do take note sec 3s(:
During times when it wasn't raining, i thought that the trainees could be more efficient. When it is raining, you girls were great. However, when it is bright and sunny, ALL the more you should be even quicker with your actions so we can move on to the next activity! Anyway, i felt that outdoor cooking was okay except for the fact the girls could have done better with the preparing of the food- especially the chicken. Goodness, if you girls have the time to NAME the chicken you're handling, it doesn't make any sense that you don't have enough time to cook the chicken. Alot of time is wasted on just preparing the chicken which i felt was unnecessary. However, some of the food that the trainees prepared were not bad, and the chickens were well-cooked too. [[There were even names for them.lol.]] Good job!
Talking about cooking, it was really sad that because of the rain, the trainees could not experience what it was like cooking in the kitchen shelter. Using charcoal wood to cook rice, and how it feels like to cook their meals on the gadgets they maked. I pray that they would have the chance next year without the frequent visits from the rain:D Oh ya, i also wanna congratulate the cooks. I sincerely felt that the food they prepared alongside with Jieling was very delicious(: There was also more soup in the green bean soup that was prepared too xD That aside, night game was another experience for me because truthfully, i am afraid of the dark..so staying in the toilet was a double challenge for me okay.[[Though lirong was there..i was still scared-_-"']] We managed to scare the girls which we succeeded.lol..but backing out of the game is not being fair to the leaders who have put in so much effort to make this an unforgettable game for you. I dont just say this for the sake of saying it but because i have witnessed it with my very own eyes. Though disappointing, i hoped the rest who have stayed through the scares and continued with the game have enjoyed youselves greatly!
Overall, I thought that the efficiency and sense of urgency of the trainees could be further improved and also hope that more running, less walking would be seen in the next training camp. For me, i enjoyed it very much..really. It is an experience that i cannot exchange for anything else. You girls were tired, so were the leaders...so it's fair right?! What you went through then, they have also went through it.. and they went through it together with you this time round. Appreciate them and well done to you girls once again! Amidst all the cuts, splinters and mosquito bites, i believe that this training camp was a success and I hope that you girls would remember this camp and be even more prepared for the next!
Yours in guiding
See peng
During times when it wasn't raining, i thought that the trainees could be more efficient. When it is raining, you girls were great. However, when it is bright and sunny, ALL the more you should be even quicker with your actions so we can move on to the next activity! Anyway, i felt that outdoor cooking was okay except for the fact the girls could have done better with the preparing of the food- especially the chicken. Goodness, if you girls have the time to NAME the chicken you're handling, it doesn't make any sense that you don't have enough time to cook the chicken. Alot of time is wasted on just preparing the chicken which i felt was unnecessary. However, some of the food that the trainees prepared were not bad, and the chickens were well-cooked too. [[There were even names for them.lol.]] Good job!
Talking about cooking, it was really sad that because of the rain, the trainees could not experience what it was like cooking in the kitchen shelter. Using charcoal wood to cook rice, and how it feels like to cook their meals on the gadgets they maked. I pray that they would have the chance next year without the frequent visits from the rain:D Oh ya, i also wanna congratulate the cooks. I sincerely felt that the food they prepared alongside with Jieling was very delicious(: There was also more soup in the green bean soup that was prepared too xD That aside, night game was another experience for me because truthfully, i am afraid of the dark..so staying in the toilet was a double challenge for me okay.[[Though lirong was there..i was still scared-_-"']] We managed to scare the girls which we succeeded.lol..but backing out of the game is not being fair to the leaders who have put in so much effort to make this an unforgettable game for you. I dont just say this for the sake of saying it but because i have witnessed it with my very own eyes. Though disappointing, i hoped the rest who have stayed through the scares and continued with the game have enjoyed youselves greatly!
Overall, I thought that the efficiency and sense of urgency of the trainees could be further improved and also hope that more running, less walking would be seen in the next training camp. For me, i enjoyed it very much..really. It is an experience that i cannot exchange for anything else. You girls were tired, so were the leaders...so it's fair right?! What you went through then, they have also went through it.. and they went through it together with you this time round. Appreciate them and well done to you girls once again! Amidst all the cuts, splinters and mosquito bites, i believe that this training camp was a success and I hope that you girls would remember this camp and be even more prepared for the next!
Yours in guiding
See peng
Rachel's Reflection
Personally speaking, I feel that this year’s training camp is definitely better and more memorable. I had really wanted to go for sec 3 adventure camp, but training camp came along and clashed with the dates. It was quite a pity, although I did not regret. Not even one bit. What I brought home wasan experience I could have nowhere.
This year, I went to training camp with a status of a sec 3. Of course, with age comes more responsibility, and tasks were heavier compared to lastyear’s. Perhaps this is why I feel camp was a more strenuous, unlike last .But I was very glad and thankful that on the second night we were not woken up to do PT as we already had very little sleep.
The role I had was quarter mistress, and while other patrol members were pitching their own tents, the QMs helped build the kitchen shelter etc. we were unable to finish on time due to mistakes, thus having to redo manytimes. Deepest apologies. And so, while others proceeded with their games,we QMs and other seniors were building the kitchen dresser etc. I know saying this will make many hate me, but I still, I really want to say this.I feel that the whole thing wasn’t totally our(sec3 Qms) fault. Yes, we made mistakes on our part, but I don’t feel that we were in the wrong for everything! I won’t elaborate what happened, but I do hope such things won’t happen again.
Half the time it was storming, and because of that the grass was muddy and our shoes were totally soaked. But too bad we can’t control the weather and only could live with it. However, the weather did not dampen my spirits as the games that were planned for us were very fun! It really did help to bond us even closer together, I guess. Plus, the food was much delicious this year too! So overall, despite the severe lack of sleep, I feel that camp was rather enjoyable.
The night walk was rather challenging. The grass and leaves keep getting in my face and I really hate them! The slopes were really steep, and I was so stupid, I fell into this muddy patch. Anyway the stars are extremely beautiful there. They are so bright and shiny! Never seen stars like those before.
The next morning we were woken up at 5plus. I barely slept because my sleeping position was really uncomfortable, and I didn’t dare to move forfear of waking up the people beside me. So while others were snoring happily, I tried my best to fall asleep. Blame it on the fact that I’m such a light sleeper.
So after the punishments and all, we played this bottle game. Next was outdoor cooking. I was really hungry after the preparation and everything,and we ate our chicken and pizza with relish. I think our patrol did a really good job and that’s great!
The campfire was taken place indoors as it rained. I preferred it indoors asI felt it was much more enjoyable. I was already quite tired by that time,but I tried to be high and screamed like there was no tomorrow.
And next, night game was very fun! Personally, I feel that it’s fun because it was scary! We weren’t supposed to scream, and I also prepared myself not to scream. But we screamed anyway, as I really had no idea it was going tobe scary! Since last year’s night game was not at all scary, I had this mentality that this year’s won’t scare me too. But I was proved wrong and itwas super exciting and thrilling and exhilarating!!! I loved and enjoyed this part of the camp best!
On the last day we had to stay back to strike tents, and frankly speaking, I wasn’t exactly happy about the turn of events and the last minute changes.But nevertheless, I was intent on finishing up fast so we could all go home early. I think most of us had the same thought as me, probably that’s why we managed to pitch SIX tents within thirty minutes.
The night before I went for training camp, I remembered telling myself not to slack and just put in my hundred percent in what I do. I felt so proud after this camp. Of myself, and of all of us!
To my patrol members- I apologize if I was snappy and vented my frustrationson you people. Sorry for being so mean!
Last of all, much thanks to the seniors and everyone else who had help plan this camp. Really appreciated all of your efforts to make this camp a success. At least to me, it’s a success cuz it was very memorable, and Itruly enjoyed it even though it was rather tough at times.
A big thank you to everyone. It’s a blessing to have all of you around withme. I sincerely thank you. It’s an experience that will always stay in me,and you are part of it. ((:
Rachel.
This year, I went to training camp with a status of a sec 3. Of course, with age comes more responsibility, and tasks were heavier compared to lastyear’s. Perhaps this is why I feel camp was a more strenuous, unlike last .But I was very glad and thankful that on the second night we were not woken up to do PT as we already had very little sleep.
The role I had was quarter mistress, and while other patrol members were pitching their own tents, the QMs helped build the kitchen shelter etc. we were unable to finish on time due to mistakes, thus having to redo manytimes. Deepest apologies. And so, while others proceeded with their games,we QMs and other seniors were building the kitchen dresser etc. I know saying this will make many hate me, but I still, I really want to say this.I feel that the whole thing wasn’t totally our(sec3 Qms) fault. Yes, we made mistakes on our part, but I don’t feel that we were in the wrong for everything! I won’t elaborate what happened, but I do hope such things won’t happen again.
Half the time it was storming, and because of that the grass was muddy and our shoes were totally soaked. But too bad we can’t control the weather and only could live with it. However, the weather did not dampen my spirits as the games that were planned for us were very fun! It really did help to bond us even closer together, I guess. Plus, the food was much delicious this year too! So overall, despite the severe lack of sleep, I feel that camp was rather enjoyable.
The night walk was rather challenging. The grass and leaves keep getting in my face and I really hate them! The slopes were really steep, and I was so stupid, I fell into this muddy patch. Anyway the stars are extremely beautiful there. They are so bright and shiny! Never seen stars like those before.
The next morning we were woken up at 5plus. I barely slept because my sleeping position was really uncomfortable, and I didn’t dare to move forfear of waking up the people beside me. So while others were snoring happily, I tried my best to fall asleep. Blame it on the fact that I’m such a light sleeper.
So after the punishments and all, we played this bottle game. Next was outdoor cooking. I was really hungry after the preparation and everything,and we ate our chicken and pizza with relish. I think our patrol did a really good job and that’s great!
The campfire was taken place indoors as it rained. I preferred it indoors asI felt it was much more enjoyable. I was already quite tired by that time,but I tried to be high and screamed like there was no tomorrow.
And next, night game was very fun! Personally, I feel that it’s fun because it was scary! We weren’t supposed to scream, and I also prepared myself not to scream. But we screamed anyway, as I really had no idea it was going tobe scary! Since last year’s night game was not at all scary, I had this mentality that this year’s won’t scare me too. But I was proved wrong and itwas super exciting and thrilling and exhilarating!!! I loved and enjoyed this part of the camp best!
On the last day we had to stay back to strike tents, and frankly speaking, I wasn’t exactly happy about the turn of events and the last minute changes.But nevertheless, I was intent on finishing up fast so we could all go home early. I think most of us had the same thought as me, probably that’s why we managed to pitch SIX tents within thirty minutes.
The night before I went for training camp, I remembered telling myself not to slack and just put in my hundred percent in what I do. I felt so proud after this camp. Of myself, and of all of us!
To my patrol members- I apologize if I was snappy and vented my frustrationson you people. Sorry for being so mean!
Last of all, much thanks to the seniors and everyone else who had help plan this camp. Really appreciated all of your efforts to make this camp a success. At least to me, it’s a success cuz it was very memorable, and Itruly enjoyed it even though it was rather tough at times.
A big thank you to everyone. It’s a blessing to have all of you around withme. I sincerely thank you. It’s an experience that will always stay in me,and you are part of it. ((:
Rachel.
Loo Peng's Reflection
Although the camp was tiring but be frank, I really enjoyed it. I learnt a lot of things from this camp such as how to handle with outdoor cooking and how to tie gadget in a short period of time. Most important, I learnt how to work with people. Actually, I cant work very well with my patrol member. Some of my patrol member were too slack, i was not very good but i just did not like their attitude. At least I had dome my best. But of course i did not show that i was annoyed cos I knew this would brought up alot of arguments. Luckily, my pl was very responsible and we were able tosurvive through these 3 days.
Actually, I liked the night walk and night game very much. After the night walk, I had overcome the frighten od darkness and have more confidencein myself le. I personally think that the night game was not scary at all but i did not understand why my patrol was so scared. i must measure that Iwas not the 1 who wanted to shine the torch, I repeatedly told them not to do so but they refused to listen to me. In the end, I was the one who got the scolding, I was very sad indeed after zhi yan mdm reprimanded me. But i also think that I had some responsibilities.
After tis camp, I had become more confident and strong. Look forward to next year training camp.
See Loo Peng
s cube
Actually, I liked the night walk and night game very much. After the night walk, I had overcome the frighten od darkness and have more confidencein myself le. I personally think that the night game was not scary at all but i did not understand why my patrol was so scared. i must measure that Iwas not the 1 who wanted to shine the torch, I repeatedly told them not to do so but they refused to listen to me. In the end, I was the one who got the scolding, I was very sad indeed after zhi yan mdm reprimanded me. But i also think that I had some responsibilities.
After tis camp, I had become more confident and strong. Look forward to next year training camp.
See Loo Peng
s cube
Friday, March 23, 2007
Lirong's Camp Reflection
Anderson Training Camp 2007
This year’s training camp, is my third year going to Anderson Clover Guides Annual Training Camp at Camp Christine. However, this is the first time that it rained most of the time for the first 2 days. Hai...
Actually, there were quite a few activities we did not carry out, like First Aid Game, wide game and sentry duty. Also, we did very little PT. What I feel is, there was no sense of urgency despite the many harsh reminders. Hello~ campers, it’s a TRAINING camp, not just a camp. How many chances do you have in your life to go for a training camp that trains you physically as well as psychologically? So Sec3s, please take note of what you can do to inject that sense of urgency into the campers next year and Sec2s, please take initiative and be quick in whatever you do in next year’s training camp. But quick doesn’t mean lousy work. You must learn to be quick and yet produce quality results, not only during camp, but also during any guide meetings and activities.
After coming together with the Sec4s to plan this camp, I finally understood and realize how difficult it is for the seniors from the previous batches. It really is not easy to plan a camp for 3D2N for around 50 people. Imagine the activities we had to plan, both for dry and wet weather (oh yes, Sec3s, remember to plan sufficient activities for wet weather, important*), and the logistics for food and equipments, etc. The Sec4s really put in a lot of time, effort and we sacrificed our sleep to do the proposal or edit it. So I hope you trainees would appreciate what we did.
It might be too late to be saying this now but PLs, I think you could have given more instructions and allocated tasks rather than keep everything to yourself to do. Your role is to ensure that all your patrol members have something to do and you should be ensuring that everything is going on smoothly in your patrol. PSs, you should assist your PL and take over their duties whenever they are not around or not free. The whole patrol should work together. Other than co-operating within yourselves, everyone could have helped one another, no matter if she’s from other patrol. You may think:” I’ve finished my patrol duty and I’m tired. Why should I help other patrol?” But if the other patrols can finish what they are suppose to, they would have! When one patrol cannot finish their work, the whole camps would be punished. One for all, all for one. You should be looking out for and helping your fellow sister in guides all the time.
Nevertheless, I hope everyone present at camp would have enjoyed themselves. May this memory stay with you forever. Of course, this camp would not have been possible without the help from your seniors, Hui Xin, Hui Ying, Zhi Yan, Wei Xin, Wei Ching and Cai Ping. Thanks for taking off your precious time to join us and guide us along the way. Not forgetting Mrs Ong who stayed with us for the whole camp to ensure our safety. She had a hard time going through our proposal over and over again. Thank you Mrs Ong! Also, thank you Mdm Lidia and Mrs Chua! Although you couldn’t join us, your comments on our proposal and encouragements helped a lot. And thank you everyone!
Remember: It is not whether it’s fun or not, it is whether you WANT to THINK it’s fun or not. And you jolly well try to enjoy it in any way.
Keep the passion going, Anderson Clover Guides!
Yours in guiding
Li Rong
This year’s training camp, is my third year going to Anderson Clover Guides Annual Training Camp at Camp Christine. However, this is the first time that it rained most of the time for the first 2 days. Hai...
Actually, there were quite a few activities we did not carry out, like First Aid Game, wide game and sentry duty. Also, we did very little PT. What I feel is, there was no sense of urgency despite the many harsh reminders. Hello~ campers, it’s a TRAINING camp, not just a camp. How many chances do you have in your life to go for a training camp that trains you physically as well as psychologically? So Sec3s, please take note of what you can do to inject that sense of urgency into the campers next year and Sec2s, please take initiative and be quick in whatever you do in next year’s training camp. But quick doesn’t mean lousy work. You must learn to be quick and yet produce quality results, not only during camp, but also during any guide meetings and activities.
After coming together with the Sec4s to plan this camp, I finally understood and realize how difficult it is for the seniors from the previous batches. It really is not easy to plan a camp for 3D2N for around 50 people. Imagine the activities we had to plan, both for dry and wet weather (oh yes, Sec3s, remember to plan sufficient activities for wet weather, important*), and the logistics for food and equipments, etc. The Sec4s really put in a lot of time, effort and we sacrificed our sleep to do the proposal or edit it. So I hope you trainees would appreciate what we did.
It might be too late to be saying this now but PLs, I think you could have given more instructions and allocated tasks rather than keep everything to yourself to do. Your role is to ensure that all your patrol members have something to do and you should be ensuring that everything is going on smoothly in your patrol. PSs, you should assist your PL and take over their duties whenever they are not around or not free. The whole patrol should work together. Other than co-operating within yourselves, everyone could have helped one another, no matter if she’s from other patrol. You may think:” I’ve finished my patrol duty and I’m tired. Why should I help other patrol?” But if the other patrols can finish what they are suppose to, they would have! When one patrol cannot finish their work, the whole camps would be punished. One for all, all for one. You should be looking out for and helping your fellow sister in guides all the time.
Nevertheless, I hope everyone present at camp would have enjoyed themselves. May this memory stay with you forever. Of course, this camp would not have been possible without the help from your seniors, Hui Xin, Hui Ying, Zhi Yan, Wei Xin, Wei Ching and Cai Ping. Thanks for taking off your precious time to join us and guide us along the way. Not forgetting Mrs Ong who stayed with us for the whole camp to ensure our safety. She had a hard time going through our proposal over and over again. Thank you Mrs Ong! Also, thank you Mdm Lidia and Mrs Chua! Although you couldn’t join us, your comments on our proposal and encouragements helped a lot. And thank you everyone!
Remember: It is not whether it’s fun or not, it is whether you WANT to THINK it’s fun or not. And you jolly well try to enjoy it in any way.
Keep the passion going, Anderson Clover Guides!
Yours in guiding
Li Rong
Monday, March 19, 2007
Huixin's Camp Reflection
Anderson Clover Guides Annual Training Camp
Venture for Challenge
14th – 16th March 2007
Camp Christine
As the Sun set beneath the dark clouds in the evening, I was engulfed with much disappointment. It was day 1 of camp and the girls’ performance was far from satisfaction. I only arrived at Camp Christine at 3 pm and to see that they were barely done with gadgets when they were to have started on Initiative Games. I was furious. Subsequently, the weather turned on us making us helpless, not knowing what to do with the girls. When I upload the pictures, then you will be able to see for yourself the ‘illegal immigrants’ at Camp Christine.
The many exciting games that the leaders had painstakingly mapped out could not be put into action. Dinner had to be prepared indoor and could not be done under the kitchen shelter, not to mention that it was flooded and the charcoal wood were wet. We had dinner inside the lodge and the constant delay made time a constraint for us to proceed. The rain had also made the girls shivered and felt unwell. I blew my top at them because I got frustrated. I think I ought to apologize for that. I’m sorry I had made them felt helpless and the wait before we could proceed with the next activity. There were things that we need to consider and their safety is my top priority. At the same time, I hope the girls have a memorable and unique experience. I wanted them to move away from the straight and brightly lit path and take the alternative route, though steep and dark. I am glad the girls eventually brought themselves through and came back unscathed and really enjoyed themselves. I hope they had good close contact with the beauty of nature at night and conquer some fear of the darkness. I had a nice talk with the other girls who were unwell for the walk and I appreciated their forthcoming. There were things which I did not know. They made me look at it from another point of view, e.g. not everyone is comfortable with speaking in front of a big group, not everyone share the same passion I have for guiding, and not everyone’s guiding journey has been a smooth-sailing one.
And because of time constraint, we did not play the ‘candle game’. Had COH and they went back to their tents shortly. We continued talking and my dearest evil juniors insisted on having sentry duty although they were so tired and could barely keep themselves awake. So I had to ORDER them that we should do without sentry and mid-night PT and wake them up at 5.30pm. We went to sleep at 4pm but Wei Ching was too high to sleep, and she had to disturb all of us! It was quite funny actually. For these little things, I am always grateful for these sisters in guiding.
And leaders were on task. They woke up at 5.30pm and got everyone up for PT. and I think the girls should be thankful. For every PT you did, I assure you that the leaders who punish you went through as much if not more. I am sure you can see for yourself the mud on the back of their shirts.
The day’s activity went on fine until the rain which made us stopped what we were doing. But the thunderstorm made my girls and I see for ourselves how good and efficient we can be. In less than ten minutes, the girls brought down colors, the tent walls and tent doors, their towels on the clotheslines, folded the ground sheet and got their ponchos. Thank you for showing me that you girls are still up to it! The Outdoor Cooking was pretty good and the Chicken were so nicely done – the ‘chicken rice’ chicken, the black chicken, the carcinogenic chicken, the ‘chicken runaway’ and the ‘chicken little’. The evening duty took a little longer than it should because the orderlies mixed up the Muslim plates and utensils. Consequently, the campfire and night game was held back. The night game was quite a disappointment. I should have worked on the flow of events before they got it carried out. For those of you who backed out, I hope you could have a little more trust in your sister guides that they will be with you through whatever fear you may have. Never give quitting an option to stop you from moving forward. For those who brought yourself through shivering, congratulation on conquering you fear. See, you can do it too! And for the brave ones, thank you for the constant support you gave to you fellow guides.
Clearing up was alright on day 3 considering that everyone was already reaching their limits. Striking tent was yet another amazing feat performed by the Anderson Clover Guides. We brought down six tents in 30 minutes and got everything back into the shed in less than an hour. Well done, girls! And for the feedback that the sec 3s had given, we will look through it meticulously and put together a team of efficient leaders among you. Remember what I said, ‘A good leader is a good follower, and needs good followers.’ Whoever you may be, I sincerely hope that you can put aside your differences and work towards a common goal. When Lord Baden Powell started Guiding, there was no CL, ACL, PL, PS, etc. Every guide was a leader; every one of you is a leader.
Anderson Clover Guides Annual Training Camp 2007 has then come to a conclusion, drawing to resounding success. Each and every one of you had contributed to its success.
It would not have been possible for:
Mrs Ong Wan Ying who stayed through the camp despite having BTC the day before.
Mdm Lidia who were always ready to help despite carrying the baby boy and having tons of work.
Mrs Linda Chua for her constant support.
Sec 4s who had scrupulously planned and conducted the camp. (Yes, 40+ pages of proposal, not to mention camp tee design, programme booklets, consent forms, etc. You can ask from me if you want to take a look!)
The Young Adults – Huiying, Zhiyan, Wei Xin, Wei Ching and Cai Ping who spared three days of their holiday to render their help and share with A-guides their experiences.
I went to bed that night (at 2am after submitting my report) having much gratitude, for being blessed with a wonderful family of guides whom I know where my passion, my pride and my love lie. People around me always wonder why I kept coming back for guides despite having moved on many years ago. For the smiles that I see on your faces, for the lives I have left an impact, for giving you any less an experience of guiding that you deserve … it kept me goin.
Here, I’m done with my reflection and I look forward to yours. To you who hear me say this, I’m going to repeat myself. (yes, I’m getting OLD!) At the end of the day, you only need to answer to yourself for what you have done. How much reflection to do show how much you effort you have put in and how much you have learned.
yours in guiding,
huixin
Venture for Challenge
14th – 16th March 2007
Camp Christine
As the Sun set beneath the dark clouds in the evening, I was engulfed with much disappointment. It was day 1 of camp and the girls’ performance was far from satisfaction. I only arrived at Camp Christine at 3 pm and to see that they were barely done with gadgets when they were to have started on Initiative Games. I was furious. Subsequently, the weather turned on us making us helpless, not knowing what to do with the girls. When I upload the pictures, then you will be able to see for yourself the ‘illegal immigrants’ at Camp Christine.
The many exciting games that the leaders had painstakingly mapped out could not be put into action. Dinner had to be prepared indoor and could not be done under the kitchen shelter, not to mention that it was flooded and the charcoal wood were wet. We had dinner inside the lodge and the constant delay made time a constraint for us to proceed. The rain had also made the girls shivered and felt unwell. I blew my top at them because I got frustrated. I think I ought to apologize for that. I’m sorry I had made them felt helpless and the wait before we could proceed with the next activity. There were things that we need to consider and their safety is my top priority. At the same time, I hope the girls have a memorable and unique experience. I wanted them to move away from the straight and brightly lit path and take the alternative route, though steep and dark. I am glad the girls eventually brought themselves through and came back unscathed and really enjoyed themselves. I hope they had good close contact with the beauty of nature at night and conquer some fear of the darkness. I had a nice talk with the other girls who were unwell for the walk and I appreciated their forthcoming. There were things which I did not know. They made me look at it from another point of view, e.g. not everyone is comfortable with speaking in front of a big group, not everyone share the same passion I have for guiding, and not everyone’s guiding journey has been a smooth-sailing one.
And because of time constraint, we did not play the ‘candle game’. Had COH and they went back to their tents shortly. We continued talking and my dearest evil juniors insisted on having sentry duty although they were so tired and could barely keep themselves awake. So I had to ORDER them that we should do without sentry and mid-night PT and wake them up at 5.30pm. We went to sleep at 4pm but Wei Ching was too high to sleep, and she had to disturb all of us! It was quite funny actually. For these little things, I am always grateful for these sisters in guiding.
And leaders were on task. They woke up at 5.30pm and got everyone up for PT. and I think the girls should be thankful. For every PT you did, I assure you that the leaders who punish you went through as much if not more. I am sure you can see for yourself the mud on the back of their shirts.
The day’s activity went on fine until the rain which made us stopped what we were doing. But the thunderstorm made my girls and I see for ourselves how good and efficient we can be. In less than ten minutes, the girls brought down colors, the tent walls and tent doors, their towels on the clotheslines, folded the ground sheet and got their ponchos. Thank you for showing me that you girls are still up to it! The Outdoor Cooking was pretty good and the Chicken were so nicely done – the ‘chicken rice’ chicken, the black chicken, the carcinogenic chicken, the ‘chicken runaway’ and the ‘chicken little’. The evening duty took a little longer than it should because the orderlies mixed up the Muslim plates and utensils. Consequently, the campfire and night game was held back. The night game was quite a disappointment. I should have worked on the flow of events before they got it carried out. For those of you who backed out, I hope you could have a little more trust in your sister guides that they will be with you through whatever fear you may have. Never give quitting an option to stop you from moving forward. For those who brought yourself through shivering, congratulation on conquering you fear. See, you can do it too! And for the brave ones, thank you for the constant support you gave to you fellow guides.
Clearing up was alright on day 3 considering that everyone was already reaching their limits. Striking tent was yet another amazing feat performed by the Anderson Clover Guides. We brought down six tents in 30 minutes and got everything back into the shed in less than an hour. Well done, girls! And for the feedback that the sec 3s had given, we will look through it meticulously and put together a team of efficient leaders among you. Remember what I said, ‘A good leader is a good follower, and needs good followers.’ Whoever you may be, I sincerely hope that you can put aside your differences and work towards a common goal. When Lord Baden Powell started Guiding, there was no CL, ACL, PL, PS, etc. Every guide was a leader; every one of you is a leader.
Anderson Clover Guides Annual Training Camp 2007 has then come to a conclusion, drawing to resounding success. Each and every one of you had contributed to its success.
It would not have been possible for:
Mrs Ong Wan Ying who stayed through the camp despite having BTC the day before.
Mdm Lidia who were always ready to help despite carrying the baby boy and having tons of work.
Mrs Linda Chua for her constant support.
Sec 4s who had scrupulously planned and conducted the camp. (Yes, 40+ pages of proposal, not to mention camp tee design, programme booklets, consent forms, etc. You can ask from me if you want to take a look!)
The Young Adults – Huiying, Zhiyan, Wei Xin, Wei Ching and Cai Ping who spared three days of their holiday to render their help and share with A-guides their experiences.
I went to bed that night (at 2am after submitting my report) having much gratitude, for being blessed with a wonderful family of guides whom I know where my passion, my pride and my love lie. People around me always wonder why I kept coming back for guides despite having moved on many years ago. For the smiles that I see on your faces, for the lives I have left an impact, for giving you any less an experience of guiding that you deserve … it kept me goin.
Here, I’m done with my reflection and I look forward to yours. To you who hear me say this, I’m going to repeat myself. (yes, I’m getting OLD!) At the end of the day, you only need to answer to yourself for what you have done. How much reflection to do show how much you effort you have put in and how much you have learned.
yours in guiding,
huixin
Zhiyan's Camp Reflection
camp reflection
well. there's definitely alot to reflect about this year's camp. firstly, its the first time i'm going for a guides camp without sleeping under a tent. and no longer as a guide. but as a young adult.
first day, everythingg went very slowly, somehow, the atmosphere wasnt like b4. especially on the way to camp christine. in previous years, journey to camp christine will be filled with cheers and songs, laughters and noise and more noise. however, this year, it was rather quiet. and tent pitching was alright i guess. it was the gadget making that really disappoint me. usually by 2 plus, the gadgets and everythingg will be up and we would have started with our activities. but, this year, it actually have to drag until 4 plus!!! maybe it's due to the bad weather? but overall, first day was very draggy and slow. however, once the activity start, the atmosphere's right again!! where the screams of the girls could be heard everywhere i go. even while i return the utensils, i could still hear the screams which is what i've been wanting to hear!!! and what i missed!!! o, how could i forget the lunch!!!! as usual, first day lunch was nasi lemak, with the special sambal chilli, my favourite. x)) and night game. had my very own breakthrough then. every year, i had to challenge myself to walk through the dark for solo night walk. this year, was a complete new experience. not only do i have to walk through the dark, but being in charge of the first patrol, i have to walk in front and lead the way!!! and its not the normal route that we take. but the forest route! honestly, i'm really very scared at that point of time. but, i still continued, being a leader, one major principle is, if you think that even you cant do it, dont make your juniors do it. so i have and must overcome all my fears and go!! which i did!! and at the end, even had to walk the solo part alone first to make sure that e conoe shed gate is really open and station there to ensure no one walks beyond the gate. so yeah!!!!! really glad that i didnt give up but perservered on despite being really very scare. and i have to say, the stars that night was super nice!!!! the best i've seen so far other than pulau ubin. there's even constellations!! x)) the night game ended quite late, then had our traditional milo as supper and there's coh. and we[seniors] slept at 3 plus!
day 2 started off by us having to wake up at 5am, for punishments cum pt.this yr's pt really really very slack. after which, breakfast and outdoor cooking! this time round i didnt really play with e fire. had another new experience, have to bring izzah and ying chyi to chop charcoal wood. why new experience? haha! confession, all my yrs of guiding, i've always been the one at the fire pit. even last yr, weiching was the one in charge of wood and water. so, dont get shocked, but its actually the first time i'm applying what i've learnt at camp. though i didnt touch the axe at all[eye power overrules all]but again, a nice experience for me. hope i'll get to touch food next time!!! since i'm really clueless about how to handle food.=x. though i really miss the thrill of building a huge fire from some pile of wood. and sustaining the fire. and end up smelling like i just came back from bbq!haha! x)) after that, games and more games. had gangshow this time round, due to the rain. sighs. the bad weather just spoils everythingg. was away preparing for night game most of the time during campfire. did sat down n sang a few songgs. and a qn just came to my mind. what and when was my last guides campfire? really cant answer this question. what i can say is i miss campfires! haha. after that. finally the long awaited night game!!! finally another year whereby we can scare the girls and make it as scary as possible!! huiying and me's supposed to take e conoe shed station. had a candle in the middle of the shed and doll and phone there. supposed to use that phone to call anothet phone[emily's phone] and a scary ringtone[i love u sang by huiying] will ringg off somewhere else whereby they're supposed to go. and huiying and me just sat there and make sure they know what to do. chatted alot with her regarding alot of stuffs. really thankful of the sharing, but. after that, my butt hurts!!! and both our shorts are like soaked through with my whole body iching!! but, regardless of all these, still enjoy it. this yr's night game can say is very successful!! since we managed to make alot of people freak out. but was qt disppointed that alot of people actually back out of the night game. the opportunity of having such a night game is really not easy. and qt sad that after we've fought so hard to have a scary night game. not everyone participate in it. what we want to see is not whether you're brave. but what we want is to see you grow and have breakthrough in yourself. and at least try before you even give up! so that at the end of the camp, you wont regret saying " why didnt i go???" while hearing your fellow sisters talk about the night game. and you can proudly say to yourself, "i have done and i have dared everythingg to be prepared!" you only live this life once, if you just waste the chance of daring something, you may just loss it forever, so hopefully, juniors if you're reading, keep this in mind, what we want to see is your effort and your determination, not the end result.x)).the day ended with green bean soup and coh~! x))
day 3 started off with the campers waking up at 5 plus just to ensure that they dont dragg today's schedule again!! qt happy to see the effort put in. but!!! keep your volume down!!! those in the lodge are still happily slping! haha! basically, day 3's all about clearing up the place. alot of last min problems pop out. wont want to go into details. but we managed to strike and clear up everythingg within 1 hr!! though the sec 2s had to go off first, but was very happy that we actually did it!!! very well done sec 3s!!! after that, a longg wait for the bus, sec 3s were to write about somethings. yup. some of which really made me reflect. yup. finally, the bus came!! and home sweet home.x)
cherish all that you have and is given to you, before its too late. x))
yours in guiding;
-zhiyan x))
18 march 2007
"believe me when i say i can do it"
well. there's definitely alot to reflect about this year's camp. firstly, its the first time i'm going for a guides camp without sleeping under a tent. and no longer as a guide. but as a young adult.
first day, everythingg went very slowly, somehow, the atmosphere wasnt like b4. especially on the way to camp christine. in previous years, journey to camp christine will be filled with cheers and songs, laughters and noise and more noise. however, this year, it was rather quiet. and tent pitching was alright i guess. it was the gadget making that really disappoint me. usually by 2 plus, the gadgets and everythingg will be up and we would have started with our activities. but, this year, it actually have to drag until 4 plus!!! maybe it's due to the bad weather? but overall, first day was very draggy and slow. however, once the activity start, the atmosphere's right again!! where the screams of the girls could be heard everywhere i go. even while i return the utensils, i could still hear the screams which is what i've been wanting to hear!!! and what i missed!!! o, how could i forget the lunch!!!! as usual, first day lunch was nasi lemak, with the special sambal chilli, my favourite. x)) and night game. had my very own breakthrough then. every year, i had to challenge myself to walk through the dark for solo night walk. this year, was a complete new experience. not only do i have to walk through the dark, but being in charge of the first patrol, i have to walk in front and lead the way!!! and its not the normal route that we take. but the forest route! honestly, i'm really very scared at that point of time. but, i still continued, being a leader, one major principle is, if you think that even you cant do it, dont make your juniors do it. so i have and must overcome all my fears and go!! which i did!! and at the end, even had to walk the solo part alone first to make sure that e conoe shed gate is really open and station there to ensure no one walks beyond the gate. so yeah!!!!! really glad that i didnt give up but perservered on despite being really very scare. and i have to say, the stars that night was super nice!!!! the best i've seen so far other than pulau ubin. there's even constellations!! x)) the night game ended quite late, then had our traditional milo as supper and there's coh. and we[seniors] slept at 3 plus!
day 2 started off by us having to wake up at 5am, for punishments cum pt.this yr's pt really really very slack. after which, breakfast and outdoor cooking! this time round i didnt really play with e fire. had another new experience, have to bring izzah and ying chyi to chop charcoal wood. why new experience? haha! confession, all my yrs of guiding, i've always been the one at the fire pit. even last yr, weiching was the one in charge of wood and water. so, dont get shocked, but its actually the first time i'm applying what i've learnt at camp. though i didnt touch the axe at all[eye power overrules all]but again, a nice experience for me. hope i'll get to touch food next time!!! since i'm really clueless about how to handle food.=x. though i really miss the thrill of building a huge fire from some pile of wood. and sustaining the fire. and end up smelling like i just came back from bbq!haha! x)) after that, games and more games. had gangshow this time round, due to the rain. sighs. the bad weather just spoils everythingg. was away preparing for night game most of the time during campfire. did sat down n sang a few songgs. and a qn just came to my mind. what and when was my last guides campfire? really cant answer this question. what i can say is i miss campfires! haha. after that. finally the long awaited night game!!! finally another year whereby we can scare the girls and make it as scary as possible!! huiying and me's supposed to take e conoe shed station. had a candle in the middle of the shed and doll and phone there. supposed to use that phone to call anothet phone[emily's phone] and a scary ringtone[i love u sang by huiying] will ringg off somewhere else whereby they're supposed to go. and huiying and me just sat there and make sure they know what to do. chatted alot with her regarding alot of stuffs. really thankful of the sharing, but. after that, my butt hurts!!! and both our shorts are like soaked through with my whole body iching!! but, regardless of all these, still enjoy it. this yr's night game can say is very successful!! since we managed to make alot of people freak out. but was qt disppointed that alot of people actually back out of the night game. the opportunity of having such a night game is really not easy. and qt sad that after we've fought so hard to have a scary night game. not everyone participate in it. what we want to see is not whether you're brave. but what we want is to see you grow and have breakthrough in yourself. and at least try before you even give up! so that at the end of the camp, you wont regret saying " why didnt i go???" while hearing your fellow sisters talk about the night game. and you can proudly say to yourself, "i have done and i have dared everythingg to be prepared!" you only live this life once, if you just waste the chance of daring something, you may just loss it forever, so hopefully, juniors if you're reading, keep this in mind, what we want to see is your effort and your determination, not the end result.x)).the day ended with green bean soup and coh~! x))
day 3 started off with the campers waking up at 5 plus just to ensure that they dont dragg today's schedule again!! qt happy to see the effort put in. but!!! keep your volume down!!! those in the lodge are still happily slping! haha! basically, day 3's all about clearing up the place. alot of last min problems pop out. wont want to go into details. but we managed to strike and clear up everythingg within 1 hr!! though the sec 2s had to go off first, but was very happy that we actually did it!!! very well done sec 3s!!! after that, a longg wait for the bus, sec 3s were to write about somethings. yup. some of which really made me reflect. yup. finally, the bus came!! and home sweet home.x)
cherish all that you have and is given to you, before its too late. x))
yours in guiding;
-zhiyan x))
18 march 2007
"believe me when i say i can do it"
Sunday, March 18, 2007
Valerie's Camp Reflection
I SURVIVED once again! this year's annual training camp left me with countless sleepless nights. the thought that huixin would be going too really put me on tenterhooks. i remember the night before the camp, i was praying and praying to God to bless me with all the mental and physical strength, bless me with wisdom so that i know when to do the right things at the right time etc. i guess He answered all my prayers.
DAY 1.
let me talk about the events that happened in sch first. about a handful of guides came late and the seniors were already counting our punishments. it really got me super worried. but nevertheless, nervousness was cast aside as much as possible. we loaded the stuffs up the bus and set off. nafeeshah said it was a journey to our doomsday. on the way, we cheered and sang. it was quite quiet though. and then, when we passed by the cemetery, the sec2s in my patrol were horrendously freaked out. haha. finally, we reached our "doomsite". after carrying the stuffs down, we started to pitch tents. tent-pitching was a very big problem for most of our patrols. VP, Venturaz and my patrol, Believeables encountered difficulties bcos after we mallot in our pegs, seniors said our tents were too close. so we shifted and shifted. in the end, Venturaz and Believeables' tents were sagging bcos we shited too much and the ropes cannot be tighten further. this is one thing that the sec2s juniors should look for next year! must take at least 15 pacing first!! :) we took about 4 hours to pitch the tents. which was super slow, and i thought that we could do much faster. we had SUPERB lunch! then carried on with gadget making. i was quite disappointed in my gadget making. esp the baggage rack. want to apologise to my members for contradicting them. im really sorry. after which, we played games in the heavy rain. quite fun when we were asked to sit on each other's leg. everyone was not trustful of each other so we didnt dare to put all our weight down in the first place. in my opinion, going to camp in such a ulu place, everyone must trust one another to do things well. so when huixin and lirong mdm started to knock us over, they couldnt do it! cos all of us trusted one another and sat down on each other's thigh. though we were wet, it was worth it! *-fastforward-* had maggi mee as dinner! not bad! but, couldnt finish. so gave my share to chunling! after which we learnt the "everybody dance now" cheer from weiching! haha, super fun. and we got a new after cheer: YES! after which, we went for the night walk. YAY! this year's walk was so much more fun! we walked the long long way! we walked in patrols for the first part. huiying mdm was behind our patrol and she kept talking and talking non-stop! haha. the solo walk back was fun fun fun! zhiling pulled a trick on us! cant believe i fell for it! :( had authentic green bean SOUP this year! there was SOUP!! :) not bad. we retreated into our tents after washing up. thankfully, we did not wake up in the wee hours of the morning to do patrolling nor punishment. we only were woken up at 520am to do punishment! we also did not roll in the grass this time. kind of wanted a "grass" bath though, since i'm already so smelly and dirty.
DAY 2:
had lots of fun today! :) we played the water bottle hunting game early in the morning. seniors were like putting water bombs in our paths. had outdoor cooking later on. waa. the fire was one hard thing. blow and blow. made me cry so much. million thanks to mrs ong and syamira for helping my patrol with the fire. our pizza, potato and chicken was GREAT! one very memorable thing that happened was in the afternoon, while playing the "battle royale" thingy, a very huge lightning followed by thunder striked. nafeeshah, yiteng and i were super scared by it! we went into the lodge and ate out outdoor cooking chicken! YAY! our chicken was named the "chicken rice" chicken. my patrol members can all be hawkers alr. :) didn eat the chicken cos i had no appetite. ate watermelon only. the thunders made nafeeshah and i huddle together. it was so loud! after which we played indoor games and my patrol had to cook. we cut like tons and tons of chicken meat. im so sick of touching chicken now. then, when i helped to cut the carrot, i cut my finger. the blood kept oozing out. it was a very fainting sight.. and it hurts. after dinner, i started to feel sick and unwell. sadly, i did not take part in the nightgame and the campfire! :( really wanted to play the nightgame. heard it was quite scary but fun! :( jingqiu, who alr fell sick on the first night joined me in the lodge to rest. we kind of annoyed mrs ong with our non-stop talking! :) i finally fell asleep while jingqiu carried on...
DAY 3:
the seniors alarm ringing tone were wonderful! i think i heard about 4-5 alarms. haha. had mild headache that morning, and joined the company for breakfast. did patrol duties and took down the gadgets. i felt so useless bcos i could not stay under the sun and help my patrol members to dry the poles. we also couldnt strike the tents bcos the grass was still wet. BELIEVEABLES WON THE BEST CHEER PATROL! YAY! :) million thanks to my patrol members: Chun ling, jiahui, yunhui, syafiqah, junying and adlyn. you girls did well! i apologise for my temper and impatience! really regretted bcos i could not take the same bus as my fellow sec3s. jingqiu and i joined the sec2s on the first bus. in the end, jingqiu and i stayed back to wait for the sec3s arrival. we took pictures together and it was home sweet home!
lastly, i want to say that this camp was a test of mental strength more then physical strength. if i were to go to camp next year again, i really hope and wish that i would not fall sick again for the 3D2N! overall, it was a wonderful camp that bonded everyone together. :) i enjoyed this camp!
Valerie
DAY 1.
let me talk about the events that happened in sch first. about a handful of guides came late and the seniors were already counting our punishments. it really got me super worried. but nevertheless, nervousness was cast aside as much as possible. we loaded the stuffs up the bus and set off. nafeeshah said it was a journey to our doomsday. on the way, we cheered and sang. it was quite quiet though. and then, when we passed by the cemetery, the sec2s in my patrol were horrendously freaked out. haha. finally, we reached our "doomsite". after carrying the stuffs down, we started to pitch tents. tent-pitching was a very big problem for most of our patrols. VP, Venturaz and my patrol, Believeables encountered difficulties bcos after we mallot in our pegs, seniors said our tents were too close. so we shifted and shifted. in the end, Venturaz and Believeables' tents were sagging bcos we shited too much and the ropes cannot be tighten further. this is one thing that the sec2s juniors should look for next year! must take at least 15 pacing first!! :) we took about 4 hours to pitch the tents. which was super slow, and i thought that we could do much faster. we had SUPERB lunch! then carried on with gadget making. i was quite disappointed in my gadget making. esp the baggage rack. want to apologise to my members for contradicting them. im really sorry. after which, we played games in the heavy rain. quite fun when we were asked to sit on each other's leg. everyone was not trustful of each other so we didnt dare to put all our weight down in the first place. in my opinion, going to camp in such a ulu place, everyone must trust one another to do things well. so when huixin and lirong mdm started to knock us over, they couldnt do it! cos all of us trusted one another and sat down on each other's thigh. though we were wet, it was worth it! *-fastforward-* had maggi mee as dinner! not bad! but, couldnt finish. so gave my share to chunling! after which we learnt the "everybody dance now" cheer from weiching! haha, super fun. and we got a new after cheer: YES! after which, we went for the night walk. YAY! this year's walk was so much more fun! we walked the long long way! we walked in patrols for the first part. huiying mdm was behind our patrol and she kept talking and talking non-stop! haha. the solo walk back was fun fun fun! zhiling pulled a trick on us! cant believe i fell for it! :( had authentic green bean SOUP this year! there was SOUP!! :) not bad. we retreated into our tents after washing up. thankfully, we did not wake up in the wee hours of the morning to do patrolling nor punishment. we only were woken up at 520am to do punishment! we also did not roll in the grass this time. kind of wanted a "grass" bath though, since i'm already so smelly and dirty.
DAY 2:
had lots of fun today! :) we played the water bottle hunting game early in the morning. seniors were like putting water bombs in our paths. had outdoor cooking later on. waa. the fire was one hard thing. blow and blow. made me cry so much. million thanks to mrs ong and syamira for helping my patrol with the fire. our pizza, potato and chicken was GREAT! one very memorable thing that happened was in the afternoon, while playing the "battle royale" thingy, a very huge lightning followed by thunder striked. nafeeshah, yiteng and i were super scared by it! we went into the lodge and ate out outdoor cooking chicken! YAY! our chicken was named the "chicken rice" chicken. my patrol members can all be hawkers alr. :) didn eat the chicken cos i had no appetite. ate watermelon only. the thunders made nafeeshah and i huddle together. it was so loud! after which we played indoor games and my patrol had to cook. we cut like tons and tons of chicken meat. im so sick of touching chicken now. then, when i helped to cut the carrot, i cut my finger. the blood kept oozing out. it was a very fainting sight.. and it hurts. after dinner, i started to feel sick and unwell. sadly, i did not take part in the nightgame and the campfire! :( really wanted to play the nightgame. heard it was quite scary but fun! :( jingqiu, who alr fell sick on the first night joined me in the lodge to rest. we kind of annoyed mrs ong with our non-stop talking! :) i finally fell asleep while jingqiu carried on...
DAY 3:
the seniors alarm ringing tone were wonderful! i think i heard about 4-5 alarms. haha. had mild headache that morning, and joined the company for breakfast. did patrol duties and took down the gadgets. i felt so useless bcos i could not stay under the sun and help my patrol members to dry the poles. we also couldnt strike the tents bcos the grass was still wet. BELIEVEABLES WON THE BEST CHEER PATROL! YAY! :) million thanks to my patrol members: Chun ling, jiahui, yunhui, syafiqah, junying and adlyn. you girls did well! i apologise for my temper and impatience! really regretted bcos i could not take the same bus as my fellow sec3s. jingqiu and i joined the sec2s on the first bus. in the end, jingqiu and i stayed back to wait for the sec3s arrival. we took pictures together and it was home sweet home!
lastly, i want to say that this camp was a test of mental strength more then physical strength. if i were to go to camp next year again, i really hope and wish that i would not fall sick again for the 3D2N! overall, it was a wonderful camp that bonded everyone together. :) i enjoyed this camp!
Valerie
Yujia's Camp Reflection
the training camp was much much more slacker than the training camps before as told by the seniors...and plus it rained, so there wasn't much training...
i was supposed to be overcoming my fears for this camp...although i still didn't overcome much fears in the end since i didn't dare to join the nightgame and backed out halfway through..and i'm terribly sorry to my patrol and the rest of the campers about this ><>
the campfire was nice even though it was indoors. the performances by other patrols were nice and we could also sing and do cheers along the way for the campfire.the MCs were very good too (:
through this camp i learnt to do things faster and learnt to cherish my families and friends.i learnt perserverance despite the number of times we had to pitch our tent again and again.i learnt that how friends could help each other when others need them to.i learnt the encouragement not to give up easily despite wanting to go home or give up.i feel angry for myself not being a good help to my patrol and others..even though they didn't say anything about it...but i hope that i will be able to overcome my fears and be of some help to others in the next camp!
yujia VP
i was supposed to be overcoming my fears for this camp...although i still didn't overcome much fears in the end since i didn't dare to join the nightgame and backed out halfway through..and i'm terribly sorry to my patrol and the rest of the campers about this ><>
the campfire was nice even though it was indoors. the performances by other patrols were nice and we could also sing and do cheers along the way for the campfire.the MCs were very good too (:
through this camp i learnt to do things faster and learnt to cherish my families and friends.i learnt perserverance despite the number of times we had to pitch our tent again and again.i learnt that how friends could help each other when others need them to.i learnt the encouragement not to give up easily despite wanting to go home or give up.i feel angry for myself not being a good help to my patrol and others..even though they didn't say anything about it...but i hope that i will be able to overcome my fears and be of some help to others in the next camp!
yujia VP
Kellyn's Camp Reflection
This year's training camp was very tiring but I enjoyed it more than Iexpected. :)The food this year was also more enjoyable than last years.Its definitely much better than the charred rice.Nightwalk was also more interesting than last year. It wasnt just a singledark path but a more challenging one with slopes and drains. Trains courageand teamwork to walk together.Outdoor cooking,initiative games and nightgame was the best part of camp!It really sharpens our skills and forge strong bonds within our patrols.Th madams were also very thoughtful to have thought of the PGA people andfuture PGA guides to keep some pung/ks kindlings and twigs in case we didnthave time to collect by then.
Although most of my patrol members backed out of the nightgame ans I joinedS-cubed, it was still very fun. the parents room and the toilet was thescariest! All of us screamed and I nearly cried.thinking back now its really quite hilarious. There are seniors stationed atevery stop but the screaming part just couldnt be helped.Through this game, I realise the we need everyone to be present to supportand give moral support to each other. Without other fellow guides, I wouldnthave the courage to even walk alone in the dark not to mention going intothe room alone.
We had a hearty breakfast the last day and we managedf to strike the tentsin an hour. I was a bit reluctant to stay back at first but styaing backwasnt so much bad either. At least i knew that I had gave in my hundredpercent at the end of the day and would 'guiltless sleep tonight'.
First of all I would like to apologise to my patrol members, VENTURAZ. I doget frustrated easily and Im really sorry if I ever lost my temper at anytime. Im just too eager to finiish everything that I would forget toconsider your feelings at times.But we really rock esp during the tofu andwaterbomb game!
A big thank you to the Guiders,YAs and seniors for putting in so much effortinto planning this whole camp. the 40 pages proposal was really a shock.. Ididnt know its took so much just to preapre a nightgame. You all didnt putus though intense PT and punihsment even though we were very behind ourschedule.
THANK YOU.
Venture for challenge! Believe me when I say I can do it! - A.guides
Kellyn Wong
Although most of my patrol members backed out of the nightgame ans I joinedS-cubed, it was still very fun. the parents room and the toilet was thescariest! All of us screamed and I nearly cried.thinking back now its really quite hilarious. There are seniors stationed atevery stop but the screaming part just couldnt be helped.Through this game, I realise the we need everyone to be present to supportand give moral support to each other. Without other fellow guides, I wouldnthave the courage to even walk alone in the dark not to mention going intothe room alone.
We had a hearty breakfast the last day and we managedf to strike the tentsin an hour. I was a bit reluctant to stay back at first but styaing backwasnt so much bad either. At least i knew that I had gave in my hundredpercent at the end of the day and would 'guiltless sleep tonight'.
First of all I would like to apologise to my patrol members, VENTURAZ. I doget frustrated easily and Im really sorry if I ever lost my temper at anytime. Im just too eager to finiish everything that I would forget toconsider your feelings at times.But we really rock esp during the tofu andwaterbomb game!
A big thank you to the Guiders,YAs and seniors for putting in so much effortinto planning this whole camp. the 40 pages proposal was really a shock.. Ididnt know its took so much just to preapre a nightgame. You all didnt putus though intense PT and punihsment even though we were very behind ourschedule.
THANK YOU.
Venture for challenge! Believe me when I say I can do it! - A.guides
Kellyn Wong
Saturday, March 17, 2007
Annual Training Camp 2007
Venture the Challenge
14th - 16th March 2007
Camp Christine
Guider: Mrs Ong Wan Ying
Camp Commandants: Chen Huixin, Chan Yi Teng, Phua Zhi Ling
Assistant Camp Commandants: Lim Li Rong, Nur Syamira
YA Helpers: Chew Wei Xin, Teo Wei Ching, Chew Zhi Yan, Yueh Hui Ying
First Aid Mistress: Soh See Peng, Saradha
Quarter Mistress: Tan Jie Ling
Gadget Mistress: Toh Jia Wen
Venturaz
1. Jing Qiu (PL)
2. Ting Zhi (PS)
3. Kellyn (FA)
4. Constance (QM)
5. Cheryl
6. Daxniie
7. Zi Yun
2. Ting Zhi (PS)
3. Kellyn (FA)
4. Constance (QM)
5. Cheryl
6. Daxniie
7. Zi Yun
Believables
1. Chun Ling (PL)
2. Jia Hui (PS)
3. Valerie (FA)
4. Yun Hui (QM)
5. Adlyn
6. Syafiqah
7. Jun Ying
Dare 2 Dare (D2D)
1. Ying Chyi (PL)
2. Anna (PS)
3. Bao Yi (FA)
4. Rachel (QM)
5. Grace
6. Zi Ying
7. Pei Xuan
1. Ying Chyi (PL)
2. Anna (PS)
3. Bao Yi (FA)
4. Rachel (QM)
5. Grace
6. Zi Ying
7. Pei Xuan
VP
1. Chu Yun (PL)
2. Qiao Yin (PS)
3. Nafeeshah (FA)
4. Manisha (QM)
5. QiJin
6. Samantha
7. Yu Jia
1. Chu Yun (PL)
2. Qiao Yin (PS)
3. Nafeeshah (FA)
4. Manisha (QM)
5. QiJin
6. Samantha
7. Yu Jia
S- Cube- Seven Shooting Stars
1. Chen Teng (PL)
2. Germaine (PS)
3. Izzah (FA)
4. Kai Ling (QM)
5. Yun Jin
6. Loo Peng
7. Christine
2. Germaine (PS)
3. Izzah (FA)
4. Kai Ling (QM)
5. Yun Jin
6. Loo Peng
7. Christine
Friday, July 14, 2006
Oh so Messy'
Hey everybody! Like the new and.guides blog?? I'm sorry the reflections are like so very messy and everything is everywhere. Also, up till now not all the reflections are in.): Will try to edit and do something to the posts soon but currently my blogger is a little out of sorts and defying all my orders showing me "The Page Cannot Be Found" stuff. I think the problem lies with my com. Anw next time i'll post up the pictures of Monfort's magnificent gateway too! :D
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