Dear SHCians,
Date: Saturday, 12th July 2008.
Note: slight change in routine from previous walks ie., a F&E time before the actual Walk.
A headstart of approx 35mins… Step into a wholesome experience, SouthEast Asia’s 1st 1-stop gardening hub that is recreational, educational… @ HortPark located at 33 Hyderabad Road (off Alexandra Road), just before turning into AYE.
Arrive at: HortPark Centre @ 3.45pm
(FREE & EASY EXPLORATION ON YOUR OWN, strongly recommended! HortPark is an enclosed area, the paths are easy go & romp). Just watch your time as after HortPark, walk back to Floral Walk where I shall meet all of you at the base of Alexandra Arch – the bridge at 4.30pm). 
Getting to HortPark:
From HarbourFront NEL Station (NE1) : Buses** available 61, 93, 100, 166, 963
Other Buses**: 51, 97
**Buses will travel along Telok Blangah Road & turn right into Alexandra Road.
Alight at the 3rd bus-stop (look for the overhead bridge that is White and looks like an opened leaf-like form). When you alight from the bus, on your left is the Floral Walk, the gateway to HortPark.
For those who love floral/gardens, this will be a wonderful time to feast your eyes on some lovely blooms! You have 35mins to enjoy a FREE & EASY delightful stroll along paths lined with flowering plants. 
When you arrive at HortPark, walk PASS the Floral Walk quickly (admire the flowers here later on the way back). Go direct to the HortPark Centre/Lobby; walk right into the 23 hectare regional park. There is a collection of 20 theme gardens in this gardening hub.
eg., find out…. why are there used baby cots, prams in the garden?
What is the Skyrise/Vertical Garden? Where is it? As you retrace your steps back to HortPark Centre; as you are nearer, on the right is the Skyrise or “Vertical” Garden.
Freshen up 
head back to the Floral Walk!
Meet @ the base of the bridge/Alexandra Arch @ 4.30pm (sharp).
Our walk leads across the Alexandra Arch to the Forest walk – the Earth Trail, that offers a some what rugged experience bringing you closer to the wildlife found in the area.
We bring to you this part of the trail (approx 6km) that provides a seamless link of green, open spaces spanning Telok Blangah Hill Park – Hilltop Walk, once a gathering place for trading communities that flourished in the area in the early 19th century; …… to Henderson Waves, the highest pedestrian bridge in Singapore that connects Telok Blangah Hill to Mt Faber; a sanctuary of greenery that was previously not accessible.
At Mt Faber — depends on the time and energy level of the group – whether we shall continue to meander through the slopes OR just spend moments to enjoy the skyline of twinkling lights, ships in calm waters….. Then satisfy our tummy urges at the quieter HarbourFront food court, away from the bustling Vivocity; to continue a pleasant evening of fellowship.
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OR if you need clarification, drop me an email: chrischan5575@yahoo.com
Stay cool! Be cool! 
c ya!
The Walk Team
ChristinaCL Chan, CharlesW, VeronicaW, MaryT, JeffreyL
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.
Partipants: 1 KarenT; 2 Mei Foo; 3 Melissa Khng; 4+5 Venika+KristinL; 6 Esther Leong; 7 Ann To; 8+9 Vince Wong+Carol; 10+11 Paul Leong+ Jenny; 12 Ann Lim; 13 Lee Ah Nee; 14-16 Cheryl Ho+Janet Ng+ElizabethH; 17+18 Lily+Dolly; 19 VeroniqueL; 20 AnnaSeet; 21+22 SusanChang+Lina; 23 JudyLim; 24+25 GwynethL+Nina; 26+27 Aaron+JulietO; 28 LeeKS; 29 HelenK; 30 RonaldL; 31 DaisyP; 32 ElizaC; 33 StevenC 34 DoreenH; 35 DanH; 36 JoyC; 37 BoonLiang; 38 Peng2; 39 OiCheng; 40 Alice Seah; 41 PaulineKhoo; 42 SereneL; 43 CharlesW; 44+45 MaryC+NoraC …. and counting Regrets: AndrewYeung; CharlesChua; GingkoTay; Jane SC Chua;
Partipants: 1 KarenT; 2 Mei Foo; 3 Melissa Khng; 4+5 Venika+KristinL; 6 Esther Leong; 7 Ann To; 8+9 Vince Wong+Carol; 10+11 Paul Leong+ Jenny; 12 Ann Lim; 13 Lee Ah Nee; 14-16 Cheryl Ho+Janet Ng+ElizabethH; 17+18 Lily+Dolly; 19 VeroniqueL; 20 AnnaSeet; 21+22 SusanChang+Lina; 23 JudyLim; 24+25 GwynethL+Nina; 26+27 Aaron+JulietO; 28 LeeKS; 29 HelenK; 30 RonaldL; 31 DaisyP; 32 ElizaC; 33 StevenC 34 DoreenH; 35 DanH; 36 JoyC; 37 BoonLiang; 38 Peng2; 39 OiCheng; 40 Alice Seah; 41 PaulineKhoo; 42 SereneL; 43 CharlesW; 44+45 MaryC+NoraC …. and counting Regrets: AndrewYeung; CharlesChua; GingkoTay; Jane SC Chua;
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