Author: ChristinA Chan (Walking group leader)

Interests: Health related and socials.

Monthly walk – PipeLine Ramble 2, Sat 2 Aug 2008

Date: 02 August 2008 (Saturday)

Start Time: we shall start the walk at 4.15pm sharp! Do plan to arrive punctually. 
Duration:  3 hours.

Meeting Point:
Bus-stop at Farrer Court, Farrer Road (near Holland Road/Queensway, not Bukit Timah)

Getting There:
Buses available along both sides of Farrer Road: 48, 93, 153, 165, 174, 186, 855 and 961 (check it out!  Need guidance, do drop me an email with your contact, it is easier to explain over the phone).

Leaders for this walk:  JeffreyLim & ChristinaCL Chan.

We did the 1st ramble "PLR-I" in April 2008; the trial ended at Farrer Court.  So, in continuation the ramble shall begin from where it ended………

The terrain is undulating.  It is not the “usual walk in the park”. There are some rough sections.
It is exploratory. It as a Mini Trek!

This 2nd segment provides some excitement as there are at least 2 obstacles to challenge perhaps, our spirit of boldness; a leap/step of faith into the unknown!emoticon

One challenge offers a short "slide" down the side of the huge pipe, then "lift" or "heave" oneself up  4-feet wall; your very own HAND POWER or strength is required together with a little aid from our macho guys!   emoticon

 

Ladies "meinui" — dispense with the "genteel"; be ‘tom-boy’!  It shall see you through! it sure did for me! 

Guys "suike"–  an extension of your hands or perhaps a lap-stool, surely comes ‘handy’       hehe                    I shall say no more… let the suspense hype up!     

Let me assure you that the challenges are not as difficult as it seems; besides there are OPTIONS for you to take the easier route. 

The walk shall end at Turf City where a variety food is available – Indonesian/Japanese; seafood restaurants, Muslim/Chinese eating houses; pizzas; cafes; etc. 
I recommend the famous Curry Garden.  They serve chicken briyani, thosai, dum briyani, masala chicken…
& fish head curry($16) – one of their signature dishes, the half-hour wait was worth it, so SEDAP!

Register here.    :D

 *** Those who wish to have the fish head curry(4pax to share) please tell me as I will try to book in advance.

NOTE:
1)  If the mozzies always like you, do bring the insect sprays.

2)  There are no ‘toilet’ facilities & no shelter from raindrops. 

3)  Complimentary half-hourly free shuttle bus services is available from Turf City to Clementi & Toa Payoh Interchange.

 

Stay cool!  Be cool!    emoticon     C ya!

 

ChristinaCL Chan 

(meet other members of the Walk Team: CharlesWee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan)

REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS:          :D

WALK + FHC:

1.Steven Chan, 2.Bobby Yee, 3.Lina, 4.Ah Nee, 5.Susan, 6.Molly, 7.RonaldL, 8.JulietO, 9.AaronH, 10.OiCheng, 11.LinC, 12.CharlesW, 13.JeffreyL, 14.AliceS, 15.Peng Peng, 16.ChristinaCL

WALK w/o FHC:

1.AndrewY, 2.MelissaK, 3.PatsyL, 4.AliciaS, 5.MikeS, 6.KingSengL, 7.MariaT, 8.MeiFoo, 9.TockKengL, 10.KristinL, 11.CharlesC, 12+13 JohnS + E,

 

Background of this Trial: 

What is this PipeLine Ramble?"

Most of you would know that a water pipeline runs from Johor to Singapore but have anybody thought to trace the route"?  

The entire trail of approx 21 km will take around 8 to 9hours! We had intended to introduce this trail in 3 separate segments but after the 1st ramble; I think we will need more time not because of the "km" but to truly enjoy this exciting, challenging trail in 4 segments.  Each part of the route has a different terrain and each opens up a part of Singapore seldom seen.The 1st segment was from Pearl’s Hill to Farrer Road, approx 7 km.

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Walk for Sat, 12 July 08 – HortPark/ HendersonWaves/Mt Faber

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).     emoticon

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.        emoticon

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   emoticon        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.

Register here.      :D

OR if you need clarification, drop me an email: chrischan5575@yahoo.com

Stay cool!  Be cool!    emoticon         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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Monthly Walks: schedule for Q3 (info)

Dear SHCians,

Here’s the schedule for Q3 (Jul to Sep08):

12Jul      HortPark 2 Henderson Waves 2 Mt Faber (less than 6km)
                Pleasant, Beautiful!

02Aug(**) PipeLine Ramble II
                (more challenging & interesting than PLR I) Be Prepared to rough out!

13Sep    Changi Boardwalk &….   (might not be just on the Boardwalk)
                Come & find out…. ssssshhhhhhh

(**) in August the 2nd Saturday is 09Aug which is National Day, hence we had pushed forward the date so members can join this interesting walk! 

INFO FOR NEW MEMBERS: emoticon

SHC’s Monthly Walks have been introduced since 2006 & haD been scheduled on the 2nd Saturday each month! unless otherwise stated.

Details of each walk will be posted approx 2 weeks prior to scheduled date.

Rain or shine, once scheduled it is considered "ON". 

Till then…. Be Cool!   emoticon

ChristinaCL Chan & the Walk Team – CharlesW; VeronicaW; MaryT; JeffreyL.  

Monthly Walk: 12th April (Sat) PipeLine Ramble I

Leaders: 
Jeffrey Lim & ChristinaCL Chan

Date:    12
April 2008
(Saturday)

Trail:    PipeLine
Ramble I

from Outram Park mrt / Pearl’s Hill ending at Farrer Road (Holland Road/Queensway)

Start Time: we shall start the walk at 4.00pm sharp! Do plan to arrive punctually.  

Duration: approx 3 hours.

Meeting Point: MRT Station: Outram, Street Level. (East/West Line exit along Outram Road, not the NE line exit).

"Most
of you would know that a water pipeline runs from Johor to Singapore but have anybody thought to trace
the route? 
I was told
for robust walkers, the entire trail of approx 21 km will take approx 8 to
9hours!emoticon

For us, “leisure
walkers”, this exciting, challenging trail will be introduced in 3 separate
segments.  Each part of the route has a
different terrain and each opens up a part of Singapore seldom seen.

The 1st
segment shall be from Pearl‘s Hill to Farrer Road, approx 7 km.

With a good
pace, it could be covered in approx 3 hours; hence, the need to start off
punctually!

The terrain
is undulating – ups and downs but not much
steps.  It is not the “usual walk in the
park”; it is exploratory; think of it as a Mini Trek! There will be some rough
sections.

This 1st
segment will end at Farrer Road (near to Holland Road/Queensway,
not Bukit Timah). 

As usual we
shall end the walk by having dinner and more fellowship together .  emoticon

However, the renovation
works of the nearby food centre might be still on-going. 

Suggest to
dine at a nearby restaurant which has good food at quite reasonable cost —

Westlake
Restaurant, Blk
4 Queen’s Road  #02-139, Singapore 260004, prior reservation
might be necessary.

Register
here. (Do indicate whether you wish to join us for dinner at Westlake).

 

Note: Buses plying along Farrer Road: 93, 153, 165, 174, 186, 855 and 961 (check it out!) 

 

Till then,

JeffreyLim & ChristinaCL
Chan

Stay
cool!  Be cool!    emoticon


Coming: walk + dinner –  1CharlesC, 2AliceS, 3KarenT, 4SallyK, 5PaulineK, 6AndrewY, 7Gingko, 8Veronique, 9AnnTo, 10LeeKingSeng, 11JeffreyL, 12ChristinaCL, 13JohnS, 14HelenK, 15MayF, 16KristyL, 17VenikaL, 18MayF


Walk only: 1CherylH, 2ElizabethH, 3Kin, 4JanetN, 5DaisyP, 6VeronicaW, 7EleanorC, 8Shirley, 9JanetO, 10Arthur 11Peggy

Dinner Only: EileenL


Monthly Walks: Updates

“Monthly Walks” is one of the monthly activities for SHC
members!

 

When?   Every 2nd
Saturday of the month. 

 

Scheduled walks will not be cancelled; rain or shine we will
be there!  Thunder & lightning, we shall all be hiding!

 

For the 1st quarter of 2008, we had conducted 2
walks.  Do note in your diaries, these
confirmed dates, routes to be advised in due time:

 

12Apr    –  Pipeline Ramble I

10May  –  Sembawang Park

14Jun   –  Bedok Reservoir (tentative)

12Jul

02Aug   (instead of 
9Aug – National day)

13Sep

11Oct

08Nov

13Dec  (this date is
indicative, might be cancelled)

 

Actual trails/details for each walk shall be posted in
this website about 2 weeks before scheduled date.  Each Walk is lead by 2 leaders. 

 

We are pleased to have Mr. Jeffrey
Lim to join the Walk team, so now, there
is 5 of us  emoticon Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim and myself,
ChristinaCL Chan.

 

More members are participating and enjoy the Walks and
fellowship. This, itself is the “driver”! emoticon

We are happy with the growth in participation and we wish urge
Members to exercise personal and group responsibility:

 

·        
Stay
close to the group and look out for each other’s safety.

·        
If
you are not feeling well, please inform your friends as well as the EOs.

·        
If
you need to leave earlier, please inform the EOs prior to set-off.

·        
Individuals
are expected to exercise personal responsibility; adhere to rules set by

relevant
authorities.

 

Recommendation:

1)  Always wear
comfortable shoes; light, loose clothing

2)  Bring a small
bottle of water; umbrella/poncho

3) 
Optional items: cap, sun block, camera/binoculars, insect repellant

4) 
Bring only the minimum, light is good!

  

Stay Cool!  Be cool!  emoticon

 

ChristinaCL
Chan & Walk team

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

 

 

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.

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 

 

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

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!

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

Acupressure by Gibson Tan

True to his word, Gibson conducted a Review session this evening with us who had attended the 1st  Acupressure in July06.

It
is a wonderful session of laughter and fellowship amongst the few who
came. I  truly enjoyed this time of review as it refreshes and
felt it was effective as we now know better where to "press" …
right…! hahaha.  Besides learning some more new acupressure
points, Gibson also shared with us some health tips.

Thank you very much Gibson for your time out of your tight schedule. 

Also,
wish to thank Shirley, who co-ordinated this session.  Understand
she was unable to get response from some of the previous attendees
though.

Thanks Gibson & Shirley!

 

 

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