Category: Walking

Everything about walking, tracking. Unseen Singapore. Put on your sports shoes, give yourself a good sweat, enjoy the company of a regular group.

Remember your 1st step?

Remember your first step?  emoticon

What a fuss everyone made then!  you continued to walk right on through
childhood, adolescence, and into adulthood, but somewhere along the way, like
most adults, you probably stopped walking so much.

In fact, the percentage of adults who spent most of their
day sitting increased.  Sedentary
lifestyles have been held partially responsible for the excessive poundage.  hahahaha

Walking
is one of the easiest, least expensive, most enjoyable, and most profitable
forms of exercise.

All you need is ….

A pair of comfortable walking shoes

Socks to keep your feet dryer and blister
free

Comfortable clothing – dress for the
weather

A small bottle of water

Add a hat, suncreen and sunglasses on a
sunny day.
and desire ….

Suffice to say that walking is certainly good! Many SHCians
had enjoyed the walks and made new friends…. 
if I continued, there’d be no time for you to start walking!  

Monthly walks for SHCians are on Every 2nd Saturday of
the Month, once scheduled; Rain or Shine we Will be there!     emoticon

Thunder & lightning, we shall all, take cover, somewhere
in the vicinity to fellowship.

 

1st quarter of 2008, there will be 2 walks –

 

12Jan – Bishan Park & Lower
Pierce

09Feb – Gong Xi Gong Xi     (family
and friends “visitation walks”)

08Mar – Bedok Reservoir  (tentative)

**A week or 2 before each scheduled walk, relevant details
will be posted in SHC’s website.

Greetings fm the team – Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary
Tan and ChristinaCL Chan

       We wish each of
you a

        Wonderfully
Blessed Christmas of Love, Joy & Peace and

         a Prosperous
2008 of Divine Health and Great Harvest!         

 

Be Cool!  Stay cool!      emoticon

This is Christina Chan (now reflected as ChristinaCL Chan in
SHC’s website).

 

Monthly walk: 13th October 2007, Culmination

Greetings to all SHC members,

Our monthly walks for 2007 were conducted on the 2nd Saturday of each month, except February. It has been our pleasure to share some new as well as challenging routes this year.  We are delighted that many of you have enjoyed these trails. 

As year end draws nearer by the day, let’s culminate this year’s monthly walks with yet another nostaligic walk, a journey through time, perhaps.

Majestic trees are the natural heritage of our Island.  They serves as important green landmarks of our Tropical Garden city.  Some trees take more than hundreds of years to mature.  The world’s largest rainforest is in the Amazon River basin, BUT the oldest rainforests are found in Singapore! and Malaysia.

That’s ,,, our Botanic Gardens! a dynamic and living monument.  The Gardens at its present site was founded in 1859.  It has come a long way evolving into a leading equatorial botanic garden of 52 hectares.  Today, the Gardens, which is more than a hundred-years old is a "star" visitors’ attraction!

It seems like yesterday, our walk at the Singapore Botanic Gardens but, as I scrolled through the past walks, it was rather a long way back…..Sept06.  Some had then, requested to take the trail again. Though many months late, here it is, to fulfill certain wish!

Come, Be Enchanted by our Gardens…..’lights off’ at midnight.  emoticon

Start Time: 4.15pm

Duration: approx 2.5 to 3 hours.

Date: 13 October 2007 (Saturday)

Meeting Point: Botanic Gardens @ Tanglin Gate, one of the major entrance. At the junction of Holland/Napier/Cluny Roads(traffic lights).

Getting there: by Buses via Holland Road: SBS  7, 105, 123, 174 and SMRT  75, 77, 106.  Alight at the bus-stop at the after US Embassy (after Tanglin Mall) OR if you are coming from the opposite direction, alight at Gleneagles.

Car Park Facilities: at Singapore Botanic Gardens’ Visitor Centre, Tanglin Gate and Public Parking along Tyersall Avenue.  Standard fees apply.

Within the Gardens, there is the Taman Serasi Foodcourt; the Halia Restaurant at the Ginger Garden (was told that it serves good food at a price) or head towards Orchard Road for dinner and to chill out.

Look forward to seeing you at this Last Walk of the Year.

Register here.

Need clarification, drop me an email : chrischan5575@yahoo.com

Till then………Stay cool!  Be cool!     emoticon

 

Tentative schedule for next walk: 12 January 2008. 

You shall hear from us…… Charles Wee, Veronica Wong & Christina Chan.

Mt Faber 8Sep07

Monthly walks are held every 2nd Saturday of the month, once scheduled, rain or shine we will be there!    Thunder & lightning, we shall all be hiding!

NOTE:  Our next walk will be on 13October, likely another Place of interest! Post will be up earlier.


Dear Walkists!
We had the best participation – 48 came to scaled Mt Faber and we did it in good pace.

So, give yourself a pat…. no nooooo…. 2 pats for getting to the Top!       emoticon

A lovely day it was, Mr. Sun, we did not see; umbrellas did not appear!
mmmhmmm  Did TimL kept his word?

I wish to acknowledge the ‘Spirit’ and extend sincere thanks to:

PhilipW: more than once, assumed the photographer’s role without question.

DanH: his 1st walk with us, yet came with camera in hand ready to shot.

Lum : took time off from his busy sched, shared some warm up tips & helped

in moving the troupe along.

Andrew: strong supporter! helped in moving the group along.

DaisyP & RonaldL: took the challenge, definitely not ‘Time-out’ yet!

and all 48 participants  — it is YOU, your enthusiasm that has made this walk a Delight!     

Here are the photos by our 2 photographers…..

http://www.silverhairsclub.com/SHC/walking070908

picasaweb.google.com/puspalm50

ps:  My apology to those who took my indication of 2hrs & had placed parking
coupons for exactly this time frame.  We had lingered Xtra time.    

Also, have noted your feedback with regards to the walk at P. Ubin.
Next year, we shall plan another trip there to make good.        

 THANX guys…..  c u soooon….

 

 Stay Cool!  Be Cool!         emoticon

 

 

Monthly Walk – Calling for volunteers

 

We are drawing up the program for 2008 with the following  walking sites under consideration.

  1. Sembawang park & Bottle tree village
  2. Pasir Ris Park & Mangrove view
  3. Changi Coastal Walk
  4. Bishan Park & Lower Pierce
  5. Macritchie Board Walks
  6. Kallang Park & Marina Bay
  7. Ulu Pandan Canal
  8. Kent Ridge & Labrador Park
  9. Mount Faber Park
  10. Bukit Timah Hill
  11. Fort Canning Park & Riverside walk
  12. Ponggol Park & canal walk
  13. Botanical Garden
  14. Kemangan/ Telok Kurau canal  to East Coast Lagoon
  15. OR westward   to Bedok Reservoir

All our scheduled walks  will be led by two leaders, one in front  of the walking group and the other behind.   The first will lead the group and sets the walking pace, halt at  photograph & rest stations  and the other  at the rear will ensure the group moves as one especially when the group exceeds twenty persons. Usually, the walks end at a refreshment or food centre.

Currrently there are only three of us,  myself, Christina & Vernonica  who lead the  walks. However, there are times when some of us are away or have urgent matters to attend to.  To enable us carry out the scheduled  walks , which is always on the 2nd saturday of each month and without interruption  we need more volunteers.   

So, …. . fellow SHC, especially those who have been walking regularly with us,   please come forward and put your name down.  thanks

Charles,Christina, Veronica

Walk the walk: 8th Sep ’07

Information Specially for all the new members:

Monthly walks are held every 2nd Saturday of the month, rain or shine we will be there!  Thunder & lightning, we shall all be hiding!

Dear all SHCians,

This month, together, let us scale our country’s only Mount, which is also one of the oldest park, MT Faber.

Some asked "can climb meh?"  Let me assure you, YOU CAN!     emoticon

Come along and you shall be pleasantly surprised when soon you reached the top of the Mount !

There are a few trails.  Marang Trail has been selected because of its location and that it has a combination — a route for an easier climb yet, the same route also provides a slightly different gradient for those who need a little more legwork.  NO back breaking, leg hurting trail like the one I had trudged long ago.

Let’s Get Physical!!! for 10 to 15mins  — a sky reach; an arch; a stretch perhaps, is what you need.

Then with nimble feet you shall rise up the Mount, to behold the panoramic view of the skyline,the southern part of Singapore and the southern islands.

This view shall take your breath away, not so much the climb!   emoticon

A ship in calm waters, nostalgic trails, treasures of history and a Jewel you will find; a conquestto boast!  2 hours on a Mount, as you linger… as the wind whispers ….emoticon

 

Start Time:  4.15pm  (ie., we start 15mins earlier, than normal time)

Date:  Saturday, 8th September ’07.

Meeting Place:  at the foothill of Mt Faber – Marang Trail ie., if you are coming via

(*) MRT or Bus: proceed to Basement 1, HarbourFront MRT Station, look for "Exit D", walk up to ground level, behold.. Mt Faber!     and I shall be waiting…

Getting there:

via MRT – HarbourFront MRT station, proceed to Basement 1…. see (*)

via Bus – SBS 10, 30, 61, 65, 80, 97, 100, 131, 143, 145, 166.    Tibs 855.

1.  alight at Vivo City, proceed to Basement 1…. see (*)

2.  alight at Seah Im bus-stop, walk forward 1 min. is Exit D at ground level.

Parking is available at Vivo City, HarbourFront and Seah Im Carpark.  Standard fees apply.

Register here.

OR drop me an email: chrischan5575@yahoo.com

Stay cool!  Be cool!   emoticon    c ya!

Gentle Reminder:

1)  Always wear comfortable shoes; light, loose clothing; bring a small bottle of water;      poncho/umbrella.

2)  Optional items: cap, sun block, camera/binoculars, insect repellant.

3)  Bring only the minimum, light is good.

West Coast 26 Aug ,Sunday Leisure Walk

West Coast Leisure ( Humans Only )
Walk ( Ad. hoc ) posting on behalf of Steven Chan

Dear Johnny Walkers,emoticon
This walk is meant for SHC HUMAN members only.

NO pet dogs are allowed.

Heard
from some of the SHC members that this is a Dog Walk ? and some members
had refrain from joining because they do not have pets or fear of dogs.
As a result, I had changed this walk to a solely HUMAN walk.

For those who are interested to join 
:- 

Date:     26 th. August 2007. ( Sunday)

Meeting Place: Clementi Town Centre Seated inside Mac Donald Restaurant ( the one directly opposite  Clementi MRT station ).For
those who have NOT met me before , I am very TALL  and will be  wearing
a RED T-shirt for easier identification .You cannot afford to miss.

Time: 8.00 A.M.

Maximun Number : 20

Gather together and have our BREAKFAST at West Coast Park Mac Donald Restaurant on your own.


We can either eat in air cond comfort or in the open air.

Itinerary:

1) Walk from Clementi Mc. Donald to West Coast Park Mac Donald.  ( 8.00 -8.40 a.m. )


2) Breakfast and chit chat at West Coast Park Mc. Donald   ( 8.40 – 10.00 a.m. )


3)
Walk,socialise,interact  and enjoy the Panoramic view of the TALL Bird
Nest Fern Trees ,Cannonball Trees, other floras and faunas at the park
.


( 10.00 -11.00 a.m.)

4)  Dismisal point and Time  : 11.15 a.m.


Escorted back to the Shuttle Bus ( stop) directly opposite Ginza Plaza will
ferry passengers back to Clementi Bus Interchange and Clementi MRT Stn.  ( Home Sweet Home )


OPTIONAL *** from W.C.Park Mc. Donald to Sheng Siong Supermarket (upon request )


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Fort Canning Walk on 14Jul07

Dear walkists,

Happy to hear that you have enjoyed Fort Canning, it is my pleasure. 

The spice garden had drawn much interest.  It is one of the best I have seen in our sunny island, next time, shall provide more time for exploring it and other trails, that’s right, there is more … 

The pix taken by Yew Kwong are uploaded: 

 http://www.silverhairsclub.com/SHC/walking0707/

 Updates:

18Aug07 – an event for the Cyclists & Walkists at Pulau Ubin, look out for the posting.

08Sep07 – the scenic Mount Faber climb!

till then…… stay cool emoticon    ta ta

 

Walk of the Month – July 2007

Dear SHC members, 

Let’s take a leisurely stroll back in time, to the era of the five kings and the golden age of 14th century Singapore! 

The Malay locals when they received Raffles pointed him to a hill called Bukit Larangan (Forbidden Hill).  Around 1860, the colonial government turned this hill into a fort.  From that time until the 1970s, Fort Canning was used as a military base – first by the British, the the Japanese and lastly by the Republic’s armed forces.

Fort Canning Park – I am sure many would know where it is but perhaps just like me, had visited it only to attend wedding receptions, events and concerts. 

For those who tarry to enjoy the peace and tranquility of the park, there is a lot to discover and much to behold.  There were many marvelous looking trees and interesting fauna. Majestic trees, a ‘heritage tree’ truly gnarled with age!  It is said that the park is not only a gathering place for birds but also a home and hunting ground to populations of squirrels, bats and lizards.

The Park has several main entrances/exits.  We shall attempt to cover the entire Park in about about 2 hours.

Date: 14th July 2007 (Saturday)

 

Place: Fort Canning Park

 

Start Time:  we start the walk at 4.30pm

 

Meeting point: Penang Road, Park Mall (near the Lift Lobby)

Getting there:  Best mode of transport is by MRT – Dhoby Ghaut Station. 

By bus – bus-stop opposite Park Mall (Penang Road is a 1-way traffic) 124, 162, 167, 171, 174, 175, 190, 502, 7, 14, 16, 36, 65, 77, 106, 111.  

 

My email: chrischan5575@yahoo.com

Rain or shine, see you guys there.

 

Stay cool, Be cool! emoticon 

 

SHC Monthly Walk in June

Date/Time: 9 June 2007.  4.30pm

Park:  Sembawang Park
Meet Point:   Sembawang Park terminal bus stop.(just next to park).
Going there:

  • By Bus:  SBS Bus 882 from Interchange, Sembawang MRT Stn.  Bus stop next to Sun Plaza.
  • By car: Ample Parking Space.

Leading the Walk:  SMLee has kindly agreed to help out.                                                            

Attraction:  Bottle Tree Village -The Bottle Tree Village is located at the end of   Jalan Mempurong and is famous for its Bottle Trees (Brachychiton rupestris)  which have been specially flown in from Queensland, Australia by the owner Mr. Alex Neo and Mr. Colin Chia. Apart from the unique trees, other Australian flora  can be spotted in the surroundings. An eatery, Sembawang Eating House, is located within this Village, serving traditional Chinese stir-fry dishes. (www.bottletree.com)
Sembawang Park, a 15 hectare. One of the few parks in Singapore with a natural beach, the Wak Hassan Beach, this park is a heaven for city dwellers who are tired  of the never-ending concrete buildings and sky-scrapers. It’s a popular spot for campers as well as families who wish to spend an idyllic day by the beach (Johore Straits)
One can dine at the Beaulieu House, built in 1910, which was the residence of  Admiral Sir Geoffrey Layton .  A wide range of fauna and flora awaits visitors, ranging from the spectacular Cannon Ball tree (Couroupita guianensis) to the many species of birds which have made the park their nesting grounds.
NB: Charles organized Sembawang Park walk in Aug. 2006. Some of the earlier SHC members have joined us in the walk.  Hope SMLee able to show us the Simpang Kiri connector or the Sembawang Hot Spring for good luck. Another good news is that the cyclist group and the walking group combine to have it on one day in Pulau Ubin.  Probably in August. We have unanimously nominated Yew Kwong to be in charge.  Look out for his  posting on SHC website. Akan Datang.  Also Akan Datang the photos for the walk in May.

Have given to Terence weeks ago to post on website.  He must be busy and excited with the Batam trip so a little delay from him.  We are a forgiving and understanding bunch.

SHC Monthly Walk in May

Date: 12th May 2007 (Saturday)

Park:  Clementi Woods/West Coast Park

Start Time:  4.30pm
Meeting point: Bus stop at Clementi Woods Park (West Coast Rd)
Getting there:  by MRT/BUS

  • Bus No 189:  B Batok Central Interchange or at Clement Ave 2, Clementi MRT Stn).  It is roughly 4 stops from Clement MRT station at Clementi Ave 2.   Alight after Ginza Plaza/Pink overhead bridge.  The bus stop is in front of Clement Woods Park (West Coast Rd)
  • Bus No 51:  From Hougang Central Interchange. Alight after West Bay Resort Condo at Jin Tai Pr Sch before the pink overhead bridge (Ginza Plaza) along West Coast Rd.  Clementi Woods Park is on the opposite side of the road.
  • Bus No 30:  From Bedok Interchange.  Details as in Bus No. 51
  • Bus No 143: From Toa Payoh Interchange.  Details as in Bus No. 51

Be prepared for long bus ride journey.

By Car:  Park at West Coast Park (carpark 3) along Westcoast Highway.

The Walk: Take a stroll at Clementi Woods Park accompanied by wooded ambience trees and natural vegetation. The size of the park is approximately 12 ha. Facilities such as amphitheatre, reflexology footpath, fitness corner, playground, shelters, woodball lawn and viewing tower.  Clementi Woods Park is connected to West Coast Park by West Coast link (Park connector). West Coast Park – Park 1, 2 and 3.

Standing at the centre of the area 3 is the adventure play area that caters to people of different age groups from toddlers to young adults. This is the heart and most active zone of the West Coast Park. If you like a quiet and peaceful environment, the eastern portion at the area 1 would be a good choice for park users to rest and relax. Facilities: Adventure playground, bicycle distance course, fitness corner, exercise garden (including chess garden, foot reflexology facilities and bird cage trellis), grand lawn, sand play area, marsh garden, bird sanctuary, 15 boat-shaped barbeque pits, tent pitching ground and dog run corner.

After the walk:  You can enjoy tea/coffee & muffin at McCafe in West Coast Park or walk to the HDB estate opposite Ginza Plaza for dinner. BTW I heard from colleague that Ginza Plaza has been sold and is now closed. Bus 176 runs along West coast Highway (West coast Park).  We can also take this bus to somewhere (?) for dinner.

Bring along umbrella and water bottle.  See You there!

cheers!  Veronica Wong emoticon

MONTHLY WALK – APRIL 07

Dear Walkists,

Thanks to those who had responded: via direct emails and on the website…. see you on 14April 07.

For those who drives – to address your concerns as to where
to park your cars:

park at Ghim Moh, near block 12A.    OR 

The MRT track at Clementi runs along road named: Commonwealth
Avenue West. 
Park your car at any carpark nearer to Clementi MRT station, as it will
be easier for you to find it later – take note of the relevant HDB Block
#.  I will be able to guide you back
there.

Clementi and Ghim Moh are 2 stations away: “Clementi – Dover
– Buona Vista.

Alternatively, you may take a bus.  Several buses from Clementi do pass by Ghim
Moh. However, I believe for most drivers, it will be more complicated for you
to commute by bus. You know what I mean, no offence   {smile}   

 

Stay coool  emoticon

 

MONTHLY WALK – APRIL 07

Date: 14th April 2007 (Saturday)

Walking Trial: Ulu Pandan Park Connector

  • Start Time:  4.30pm
  • Meeting point: Ghim Moh Block 12A

Getting there: 

  • by MRT – Buona Vista MRT Station: pass Control station, straight down the next escalator.  Then turn left walk thro’ the tunnel, it is sheltered all the way to Ghim Moh Block 12A.
  • by Bus – Bus service nos. 92, 100 & 111.  After the bus turns into Ghim Moh, alight immediately, walk against traffic flow and Block 12A is on the opposite side.

Introduction: The Park Connector Network is an island-wide network of linear open spaces that link up major parks, nature sites and housing estates in Singapore. When the entire network is completed, it will form a green network, spanning over 300 km across the whole island, making it convenient to travel from park to park.

For this month, we have selected one of the park connectors ie., the Ulu Pandan Park Connector.  It is about 9 km long. The T-shaped park connector has three end points: at Bukit Batok East Avenue 2 (near Bukit Batok Nature Park), the Ayer Rajah Expressway near Pandan Reservoir, and Commonwealth Ave West near the Buona Vista MRT station.  Stretches of the Ulu Pandan Park Connector are fringed with lush landscaping beside a canal, while other areas have been left virtually untouched.

No worries, we are not walking the entire  9km  {smile}.  Be assured it is a leisure walk.

The track is paved, making it an enjoyable and safe walk or even for cycling.  Do look up among the trees and shrubs, you would probably see colorful birds and butterflies flitting among the greenery.

Recently, someone had written to the ‘Forum’ (as Ghim Moh flats are to be redeveloped soon) commented: why disturbed…the connector has served as a tranquil retreat for a great many neighboring residents…to start building on such a piece of well-used, mature green lung would be a shame.

So, let’s get our feet on it before another stretch of lush greenery is gone!

We shall curtail our walk at Clementi Avenue 4.  For the growling tummies, at the nearby blocks of flats are some coffee-shops or walk another 10mins to the Central where there are more selection of food at both coffee-shops and food centre.  I heard there is also a small joint serving Japanese food (near NTUC).  The Clementi MRT station is in the vicinity. 

Note: For those who wish to continue the walk, you may proceed all the way to Jurong East.

See you there!   Stay cool!emoticon

chrischan5575@yahoo.com

BT Nature Reserves photos

  Click link to view photos   http://www.silverhairsclub.com/SHC/walking070310/

Great Weather.  A challenging walk and thankyou to all who have emailed and all                                            who supported the walk. No serious casualty except a lady trip over a small branch.   No                                  serious injuries and no chance for lau hero to flex muscles.  No see ice cream pedlar                                                or hor hia ti (heavens know what’s tis??).   Disappointed – No early release for                                                      them for good behaviour.  So, in conclusion, what works here does not apply in Hades.
All of us hungry after the climb and ended off with dinner at the shophouses                                                        behind the BT shopping centre.   Pleasantly surprised to see SMLee (in maroon shirt).

 At first glance, mistook for Ah Liu who might have joined to check on his hor hia ti.                                                 Sorry folks if you have missed this walk.    Next walk on   April 14 W. coast or BV canal walk.  Charles,Chris,vw                                                                                                                                                

March BT Reserve Brisk Walk

Dear SHC members
Gong Xi, Gong Xi Fa Cai.
March is around the corner and we will resume our monthly walk.
Date: 10th March  2007 (Saturday)
Place: Bukit Timah Nature Reserve
Start Time: We start the walk at 4.30pm.  No delay as we have to be out before it gets dark.
Meeting point: Visitor Centre, Hindhede Drive
Getting there: By bus. 67, 75, 170, 171, 173, 184, 852, 961.  Alight at Upper Bukit Timah Rd, opposite Bukit Timah Shopping Centre (after Beauty World Centre/Plaza).  Donot cross the overhead pedestrian bridge to Bukit Timah Shopping Centre.  Instead walk towards Courts (follow the direction of traffic) and cross at Courts to Hindhede Rd.  "Raintree Condo" under construction just at the entrance of Hindhede Rd.   From Hindhede Rd, turn  into Hindhede Drive and you will see Visitor Centre. 10-15 min walk.

By MRT.  At Newton Stn, take Tibs 171 and at Clementi Stn take 184 (loop service)
By Car.  Fr city to Woodlands.  Turn right at pedestrian bridge nr Courts along Upper Bukit Timah Rd and into Hindhede Rd/Drive.  Parking Free.   Parking available at Beauty World which has an overhead pedestrian crossing leading directly out of the carpark.

The Walk:  Early birds can view the exhibits at the Visitor Centre before the Walk.  We can take the hard road trail or the South View Path trail into the foliage to reach the summit.  Part of the path is closed because of landslide in December.  You may have to climb more than 150 steps to the Summit.  Total time taken: 1 to 2  hr.   For those who cannot take slopes/climbs,  pl consult your family Doctor for advice.  For your info  :                                                                           840 flowering plants and over 500 species of animals.  Donot feed the monkeys.  Whichever trails, we take, the place is very shady.  As usual, bring umbrellas/ponchos in case rain, water bottle.                                                                                                                                                                        Dinner:   Available at the shophouses opposite Courts (the other side of Courts).
Additional Points: We need the walk to shed off extra kg accumulated during the lunar New Year.  An opportunity for those who have registered for the D&D in March to meet and cultivate friendship to brace up for the occasion.  For first timers who wish to join the walk and need more info, leave a comment here, and I shall reply you.  Hope to see you all.    Veronica Wong

Photos of the Pot-Luck at East Coast Park

Photographer Benson Koh worked hard, covering the Pot Luck gathering at the East Coast.  He has also given some nice captions to the photographs.  Thank you Benson, and to all SilverHairs who make the day a success.

To see the photos, click here. http://www.silverhairsclub.com/SHC/SHC070113/.

Can you remember the names of everybody at the party?

Terence Seah

Walk @ 4.30 meet at Marine Parade Library

Dear All,

hmmm…. walking in the rain.. Fun!  {smile}    It’s gotta be Plan B!

We’ve got a date!
Christina Chan

Date: 13th January 2007 (Saturday)

Place: East Coast  Park (McDonald)

Start Time:  we start the walk at 4.30pm

Meeting point: Marine Parade Community Club & Library, Marine Parade Road.

Getting there:  by bus. Buses listed on the plate at the nearest bus-stop: 15, 16, 31, 36, 76, 135, 196, 197, 646(maybe not available off office hour), 853(maybe not available on Sat ), , 473(maybe not available on Sat ), 39A(maybe not available on Sat ) & 541(maybe not available on Sat ),966,48&43.  

Plan B: Proceed to NTUC Marine Parade, understand there is an underpass

Note:  the Potluck meeting point is at Cycland Bicycle shop (behind McDonald, facing the sea on your right; there’s a 7eleven, too).

Parking:  Carpark C2.
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Let’s take a Walk this January 2007

Dear Walkists & Fellow SHCs

Most of you should have heard of all the buzz about the Potluck.  Some of you like me who commutes by "bus no. 11" have raised concerns of how to get there, how to bring the food…etc had been noted and did some recce, hence, this late announcement… sorrie…

The FOCUS for this month, the 1st month of 2007 is the POTLUCK.  Hence, we, the walkist will make it easy. Let’s meet and we will lead you across to East Coast Park. It will be a short walk, time enough to freshen up and look good!

 

Date: 13th January 2007 (Saturday)

Place: East Coast  Park (McDonald)

Start Time:  we start the walk at 4.30pm

Meeting point: Marine Parade Community Club & Library, Marine Parade Road.

Getting there:  by bus. Buses listed on the plate at the nearest bus-stop: 15, 16, 31, 36, 76, 135, 196, 197, 646, 853, 966, 48, 473, 39A & 541.  

 

Plan A:  we walk across the Marine Parade Flyover.  Not sure if it is allowed by law, perhaps will check with relevant authorities.

 

Plan B: Proceed to NTUC Marine Parade, understand there is an underpass which we can walk "under & pass" hahaaha

Also, if what you decide to bring can be bought at NTUC, it will surely conserve some of your energy for the Finale.  {smile}

 

Wanna join us, do drop me an email.  TQ! 

 

Note:  the Potluck meeting point is at Cycland Bicycle shop (behind McDonald, facing the sea on your right; there’s a 7eleven, too).

 

Parking:  Carpark C2 

 

Stay cool  emoticon

Christina Chan   {chrischan5575@yahoo.com} 

Monthly Walk – 2007

Just being a wee bit nostalgic, looking back, we, the walkist did well.  In Feb06, Charles initiated the 1st walk and if I recalled right, there were only 4 of us and now, there are more than 20 walkists.

Want to say "Thank you" to all who came from all corners of Singapore to participate.  Glad you have enjoyed the walks as much as we have whilst planning them.  Also most importantly, hope each of you have made some new friends – This is what it is all about   smile, smile

I am going to sneak you in for a preview of the first 3 months of 2007:

13Jan     intend to coincide with the forthcoming Potluck event.  Venue: awaits                             Terence’s advice. 

10Feb    Let’s have a Break ie., no walk for the group

10Mar    Bukit Timah Hill

 …new trails, old trails, scenic trails, let your eyes "capture" the sights besides your camera and, more challenging trails like the Treetop, Pulau Ubin   (haha)

There is 1 request and we need your help:

Normal Start time of walk: 4.15pm (strongly encourage all to be on time as we do not wish to keep those who are punctual waiting).  There will be some walks due to circumstances beyond our control; need to start off earlier as well.  so, please note each Start Time, Be Punctual.

NB:

Scheduled walks (2nd Saturday monthly) will not be cancelled unless it is a no through way, definite "no go" situation eg., flooding, landslide… (just joking).

Detailed information for each walk will be posted in this website about 2 weeks before scheduled date, please check website regularly. 

To each of you and your loved ones :

a JOYOUS Christmas, a HAPPY & PROSPEROUS 2007  from Charles, Veronica & Christina.

so long farewell I’ve got to go…….. see you next year.  Till then, stay Cool!

Sungei Buloh Walk

Dear all

Here is a chance for you to join the walk.  Meant for early risers.  I am sure you will enjoy with this bunch of ecologists.  Pl register on your own if interested  Regd vw

13th Sungei Buloh Anniversary Walk with Raffles Museum Toddycats
Sunday 3rd December 2006: 8am-1pm: 
http://sbaw.rafflesmuseum.net  

In celebration of the anniversary of the official opening of Singapore’s first wetlands reserve, volunteers with NUS’ Raffles Museum of Biodiversity Research, conduct a free walk for the public every year. 

Registration
If you would like to join us for this year’s walk, please register by sending an email to: toddycats@gmail.com .
You will receive a reply.
 
Who is this walk for?
Anyone and even children. The walk will be conducted in the vicinity of the Visitor Centre – main bridge, main hide, mangrove boardwalk and along part of route 1. Be prepared for rain as always.

What will you hear about and see?
Hear stories about the animals, plants and the ecology of mangroves – get introduced to the economic plants, crabs climbing trees at high tide, mudskippers, snails, Archer fish, Mullets, Halfbeaks and Garfish. You will also learn about the invasions of WWII and see the view of Johor. Other gems we always hope to see: Water monitors, the resident family of Smooth-coated otters and the prize – the crocodile! It’s also time for the migratory birds! For more information, see: http://sbaw.rafflesmuseum.net

Meeting place and time
Meet at the Visitor Centre of at Sungei Buloh Wetlands Reserve (SBWR) at 8.00am. You can take TIBS No. 925 from Kranji MRT right to the park. Catch the 7.30am bus else you will be late.

December Walk

December  Walk  – Changi Coastal Board Walk

Group Leader :   SHC Veronica Wong
Date:                    09 December 2006 (Sat)
Time:                   4.30pm 
Meeting Place:   Changi Village Bus Terminal
Bus Nos:          SBS
                         2, 2A (from Bedok Interchange, MRT Stn)
                         29 (Loop service from Tampines Interchange)
                         59 (from Bishan Interchange, MRT Stn)
                        109 (from Serangoon Interchange)
For more info. on above bus routes check http://www.transitlink.com.sg
If you are driving, parking  $1/hr.
10min walk from CV Ter to the Boardwalk.  Start from Sailing Pt walk, then Cliff walk, Kelong walk and end at Sunset walk where we can watch the sun set  if it is a clear day.
You walk past govt bungalows, Sailing and Changi beach clubs.
Enjoy the seabreeze, watch people fishing/sailing, lookout for kingfishers and  meet the talking mynah at Changi Beach Club.
We can take the same route for the return journey or we can branch out through Cranwell Rd 
to the main road and back to Changi Village. I leave it to the majority decision on that day.
Total time less than 2 hrs (depends on return route)
Donot forget your umbrellas.  Monsonal months end of year.
We can end off with dinner at Tekong Seafood Rest. or the Hawker Centre for the famous Nasi Lemak
(perpetual Q).
If u like, can also end of with a cold beer at the pub before dinner.
Interested,  email
Veronica Wong

 

                                       

November Walking Route

November  Walk  – MacRitchie Board walk

Group Leader :   Shc Veronica Wong
Date:                    11 November 2006 (Sat)
Time:                   4.30pm  (Please be punctual)
Meeting Place:   Bus Stop outside MacRitchie Reservoir (opposite         Mount Alvenia Hospital, just below the long pedestrian overhead bridge)

Bus Nos:          SBS 52, 74, 93,  130, 132, 156, 157, 162, 165, 166
                                     SMRT 167, 852, 855, 980, 640, 645

Bus Nos.  opposite M reservoir (Mt Alvenia side) SBS 52, 74, 93, 157, 165
                                         SMRT 852, 855, 645

From meeting point, it will take 15-20min walk to reach the Boardwalk skirting the water edge. You can fill up your water bottle and visit the rest rooms on the way to the Boardwalk. The walking route  is scenic, serene and  beautiful on a clear day and you  will have a chance to walk through the wooden "maze" (built over the reservoir) to reach the boardwalk.  We can have a photoshot here. We take the Chemperai Trail which is 20-25 min walk.  Midway, we pay homage to a tree because we have to bend our body to cross it and then we take the Jering (name of a malay fruit) Trail, another 10-15min.
We will reach the  Island Golf Course and then we return via the Jogging track provided the weather is fine. The jogging track is undulating and can be  muddy or  slippery at certain spots if it rains.
 The total time walking time is slightly less than  2 hours.  This will be a different walk from last month’s  Kallang walk where the path is clean and surrounding is bright.  
After the walk, we can have a drink/snack at the Reservoir café or have dinner at Kopitiam in  Upper Thomson, near Sin Ming Road.,  or at Toa Payoh MRT station.   Bus 157 goes to TPayoh central  MRT.     Bus 165, 166 to Upper Thomson.
Those adventurous and needing more exercise can walk to Kopitiam  (another 15 minutes) through WestLake housing estate & Lakeview Condominium.  The choice is yours.
 
Leave your expensive "Guess & Versace" pants at home.
Wear track shoes (no sandals/slippers),  bring an umbrella (or poncho) and water bottle. The year end months are usually wet and we are in the catchment area.
Do you know what is  “nature helicopters, feathered friends at water edge, alien invaders, lord of the sky”.
Come and join the walk and find out for yourself – enjoy nature’s treasures.
Those who would like to join the walk,  please contact me, Veronica Wong
Hope to See you ! 

Veronica Wong

October Walking Route-Kallang&Marina

Welcome to our October Walk. Team leader for this walk  is SHC Christina Chan.

Date – Saturday 28 Oct 2006,     time- 4.30pm

Meeting Place – Kallang MRT station exit point

Walking Route – Kallang Riverside Park & Marina Promenade

Oct Walk will take us to Kallang Riverside park and Marina Promenade with water view all the way and plenty of trees to provide shade. If we are lucky we may get to view the ‘duck’ (amphibious tourist boat with wheels) at close range coming on shore.

 From meeting point,  we take a short 5 mins walk to Kallang River park and continue into Marina Promenade, then walk all the way to the ‘Durian’(Esplanade Theatres). The total walk is about 3 miles and takes about 1hr 15 mins at normal walking speed. We take a 10 mins rest midway.

At our destination there are many food outlets including an open air hawker centre. Marina Bay is a beautiful and interesting place to watch people and sunset.

To go home there is a bus stop at the Durian, alternatively walk to City Hall MRT via underground shopping mall.

Need further information, please contact

chan chris
E-mail Address(es):
chrischan5575@yahoo.com

sms 97418575

 

30th Sep Walk @ Botanical Gdns

Yesterday, was raining and perhaps pouring in the late morning. So, understand some were unable to come… it is alright.  Just wish to thank those who came, though, that’s the spirit!

There was no ‘sun’, cool to walk and the Garden did not disappoint from the comments I heard.  After these few walks we have had, Singapore, do have beautiful Gardens/Parks to chill out too.

Well, agree with Benson that it is not easy to incorporate photography with leisure walk as "Focus" is the key word (requires Focus on key objects!) However, still wish to thank him for his effort. 

Benson has offered to post the photos of the walk in this website.  So, all those who have snapped some photos, please email soonest to Benson: kohbenson@yahoo.com

Also, wish to thank Charles for showing up even though his toe was hurting….  appreciate it! 

ps: Walks planned are never cancelled, we still meet to fellowship. 

30th Sep Walk @ Botanical Gdns

Dear SHCs!

30th September (Sat) Walk @ Botanical Gdns

Meeting point: Botanical Gardens-Tanglin Gate (one of the major entrance) at junction of Holland and Napier Road. (for bus svcs, pls see posting – Categories:Activities outdoors)

This time round we have Benson! who has offered to provide a photography session, bring your cameras, click away…… it could be one of your best photo shoots ever!  [any working camera will do   :)  ]

We shall start walking at 4.30pm. 

See you guys….till then, stay  emoticon

chrischan5575@yahoo.com

Monthly Walk: September06 @ the Botanic Gardens

Date: 30th September 2006 (Saturday)

 

Place: Botanical Gardens

 

Start Time:  we start the walk at 4.30pm, takes at least 2 to 3 hours

 

Meeting point: at Botanical Gardens-Tanglin Gate, one of the major entrance ie., junction of Holland and Napier Road. Next to this entrance is a bus stop (behind it was where the former Taman Serasi Food centre/Gleneagles Hospital) and across the overhead bridge is a bus stop too (behind is Embassy of USA).

Getting there:

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I believe many of us have been to the Gardens, perhaps quite some time ago.  Let’s take a nostalgic walk down memory lane —  from Tanglin Gate stroll along Tanglin Gate Road towards the ever serene swans gliding in Swan Lake, you will be mesmerized by the beauty of hues in bloom along the way; up a slight gradient to Sundial Garden, Bonsai, and down to the Ginger Garden.  Let’s take a little time to enjoy the beautiful Ginger blooms. They are so beautiful! and the small waterfall, is refreshing.  Next, one gets a panoramic view as the Symphony Lake is in sight; also, some water lilies and lotus are in bloom! (I hope all the flowers stay in bloom till our we visit  emoticon). Here we can linger longer or adjourn to the View Terrace, which is a short distance away, where there is shade and a small waterfall, as well.  As we stroll along, all of a sudden it seems you have arrived at a miniature desert, a journey through time …….  to proceed further or turn back to where there is food! Decision? … decision? Let’s take it from there.

There is a refreshment kiosk at Ginger Garden and toilet facilities.  At the end of the walk, we can have dinner at the newly opened Taman Serasi Foodcourt or the Halia Restaurant at the Ginger Garden (was told that it serves good food at a price).

The Garden closes at midnight so, relatively safe to stay (if you choose to) till the lights come on. 

Put on your walking shoes, come and enjoy the lush foliage @ the Gardens.

Please register via email : chrischan5575@yahoo.com

Photos of August gathering, cycling and walking activities.

The SilverHairsClub is a place for you to meet more friends.  Come join the group.

  • For today’s gathering 25 Aug 2006, here are the photos.
  • For cycling activity held on 19 Aug 2006, photos.  Yew Kwong.
  • For walking activity held on 19 Aug 2006, photos.  Charles Wee.