Category: Walking

Due to unforseen circumstances, we are not going to Bukit Batok Nature Reserve, the walk route has been

changed! 

***** The route is not Changi Village or Changi Point!   We go the opposite direction *****

Flat Roads, Shady Trees and Planes……… we shall tread and view!      

Date                          :      Saturday,  10th November, 2012

Time                          :       4.15pm  "sharp"    (2.5 to 3hours)

Meet/Start Place       :    Tampines Bus Interchange, BERTH 9, we shall board Bus Service# 19, together.
       
Getting There            :    Nearest MRT: Tampines MRT (EW2)

Makan place              :           
Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal "TMFT"- has a small cafe which serves simple fare**  which  are quite good.
Cafe must be informed earlier as they might not have enough food to feed us after 6pm.

End of walk                :    Tanah Merah MRT, EW 4.  (vicinity no makan place)

EOs         :    Christina CL Chan & KC Lau.

Pause, pause……a moment, please…..  Let’s enjoy some sea breeze and excellent views out to the sea! 

We will walk along the coast / beach / shoreline  where it is nice and breezy.  The terrain is consistently

flat
with paved pathways most of the way.  Trees provides some shade from the sun, thus, cooling in certain

areas.

We might have quite a view of aeroplanes that are taking off or landing at the nearby runway which is
almost parallel to our route.

If Weather, Tide & Time permits, we might bring you closer to the shoreline, where you can walk on a
secluded part of a white, sandy beach and perhaps walk on water to have fun with incoming waves, too. 

So bring a towel.        

We shall have a cool, refreshing drink as well as dinner at Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal’s cafe.
It serves simple hot meals — fried noodles/hokkein mee/rice, zi char style.  Their chicken rice is relatively
good but might be cold then at that late hour.

Walk Team EOs, namely: Charles Wee, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Joyce Tan, Veronica Wong, Conrad Tang,  Lydia
Soh,  Alice Seah, KC Lau and me, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,, signing off             

REGISTER HERE
(Please indicate "Yes" if you wish to eat at the TMFT’s cafe, need to alert them to prep more food!)

1.  Andrew Yeung  (yes)
2.  Sue Tan          (yes)
3.  Charles Wee    (yes)
4.  Daniel Chan     (yes)
5.  Jennie Tan
6.  June Koh         (yes)
7.  Bernie Chung  (yes)
8.  Johnny Pow     (yes)
9.  Annie Tan       (yes)
10.  Shirley Tan SM
11.  YatSing         (yes)
12.  Angie Ng
13.  Eddy Lee
14.  Margaret Chua
15.  Susan Tan SW
16.  Jane Ong
17.  KC Lau         (yes)
18.  ChristinaCL   (yes)
19.  John Howe    (yes)
20.  Ronald Lam   (yes)
21.  Lina Tan        (yes)
22.  Jeremy Lee
23.  Peggy Ong
24.  Serene Low   (yes)        CLICK here to view photos

October 2012 Monthly Walk – Siglap Canal / ECP Lagoon
Serene Low / Lydia Soh in SHC main bulletin, Walking

Date: 13 October 2012 (Saturday)
Meeting Place: Kembangan MRT, Control Station
Time: 4.30 pm
Duration: approx 1-1/2 hours
EOs for this walk: Serene Low and Lydia Soh
 
From Kembangan MRT Control Station, we shall walk on the path of the Park Connector alongside the Siglap Canal.  At the end of the canal and crossing over the East Coast Parkway, the walk would be under tall matured shaded trees, two small ponds, passing some ceramic stone structures by the beach and the ski park.  Sumptious food awaits us at the destination of East Coast Lagoon Food Village where there is popular rojak, duck noodle, satay and many other stalls.

Transport : There is a feeder bus from the food village to Bedok Interchange or you may walk to Marine Parade Road for other buses.

Do bring your umbrella or rain coat, your camera, drinking bottle, sun block, a hat and walking sneakers.

Walk Team EOs: Christina CL Chan, Joyce Tan, Charles Wee, Conrad & Sally Tang, Veronica Wong, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Alice Seah, Lydia Soh, Serene Low.

Who’s coming :

1. Charles Wee
2. Winnie Tan
3. Terry Tang
4. Bernie Chung
5. Judy Lim
6. Eddy Lee
7. Margaret Chua
8. Ron Teo
9. Alice Seah
10. June Koh
11. Maureen Lee
12. Johnny Pow
13. Annie Tan
14. Evelyn Ong
15. Catherine Chong
16. Yew Tiong
17. Goh Ah Lam
18. Danny Lye
19. Peng Peng
20. Susan Tan

21. Priscilla Wee

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You can talk while you walk, giving your butt a break and swinging your arms for release of shoulder tension….. get that butt off that seat!              

“Breathing in” the greenery and watery reflections soothes your soul and reduce the effects of stress!

Our walk schedule for Q4:

13Oct   Siglap Canal/ECP Lagoon
10Nov  Bukit Batok Reserve
08Dec  Kent Ridge

Monthly walks:
1)  EVERY 2nd Saturday of each month, unless otherwise advised.
2)  Post will appear approx 2 weeks prior to scheduled date for registration.
3)  Rain or shine, CONFIRMED walks will not be cancelled; unless inclement weather that poses danger!

LET THE JOY OF DOING A PLEASANT ACTIVITY BE THERE ALWAYS!        

Till then…. stay Cool!  Be Cool!      

The Walk Team EOs:  
Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low, Conrad&Sally Tang,
Lydia Soh, Alice Seah and I, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,,,,signing off.

Date : 08 Sep 2012 (Saturday)

Start TIME:  4.20pm

Meet Place : Stadium MRT(CC5),Exit A (@Sports Hub, under construction).

Leaders:  ChristinaCL Chan and Alice Seah.

End of Walk: SG Flyer.
Nearest MRT: Esplanade (CC3).
Bus services: 56, 75, 77, 97, 171, 195. 960 & 961.

Let the stress fade away as we transverse the Gardens by the Bay,
Marina Barrage & SG Flyer.

This is PART 2, a continuation of the walk on 10Dec2011 ….  

In this walk you will experience –        
1)  a serene place unlike any other..
2)  a vision some 20 years ago, an edutainment centre
3)  a mammoth green space that takes 5 years…..
4)  get upclose to the world’s largest Giant Observation Wheel
5)  let your eyes consume the awesome views of our Singapore skyline;
    beautiful, inwards & outwards          

Let’s continue to watch the glittering night lights at the fringe of
the Singapore Flyer.  There are several dining places here to quench
our thirst and satiate our hunger.

Stay COOL, BE COOL!       

Our Walk Team EOs:
Charles Wee, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Joyce Tan, Veronica Wong, Conrad
Tang, Lydia Soh, Alice Seah and I, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,,signing off

REGISTER HERE:

1.   ChristinaCL Chan
2.   Alice Seah
3.   Gabriella Chua
4.   Terry Tang    (see your rain or shine)
5.   Steven Chan   (use Duracell though I opt for Energizer,,, hehe)
6.   Jennie Tan
7.   June Koh
8.   Ivan Lim  (await you 2 appear anytm, okie)
9.   Judy Lim
10. Helen Kuek
11. Bernice Chung
12. Janet Ng
13. Cheryl Ho
14. Shirley Tan SM
15. KC Lau
16. Vincent Lim
17. Helen T Wong
18. Pow TK
20. Grace Wong
21. Lilian Teo
22. Thomas Goh
23. Joy Chuang
24. Karen Thio
25. Evelyn Ong
26. Margaret Soh
27. Mary Tan
28. Janice
29. Daisy Yeo
30. Gerry Ong
31. Bobby
32. Daniel Chan
33. Winston Yeo

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By popular demand once again we shall go back to this famous Chicken Rice stall to indulge. Last time we were here was in June 2010 where 40 pax attended.

To help us do away with our guilty conscience we will try to rope in Boon Liang to lead us in a leisurely night stroll at Labrador Park.

Venue: Sin Kee famous Chicken Rice, Blk 38 #01-02 Commonwealth Avenue (3 minutes walk from Queenstown MRT).

Map : http://www.streetdirectory.com/asia_travel/travel/travel_id_1/travel_site_143810/

Dinner Time: 6.00 – 7.30pm

Night Walk – 8.00 – 9.30pm

Menu: – Steamed or roast chicken/Chicken soup with crab & vegetable/Friend egg with onion/Braised bean-stick & Tau pok/Fried vegetable & mushroom with oyster sauce/Pork Trotter or steamed prawns/Ice cream/Free flow of juices.

No charges for second helping of chicken rice.

Cost: $8.00 nett per pax.

Please register here:

EOs, Dan, Boon Liang

Registration List:

1. Dan
2. Boon Liang
3. Rosalind Soh
4. Alice Seah
5. Anne Chee
6. SK Chua (Tentative)
7. Ann Lim
8. Jane Loh
9. June Chin
10. Frisna (Tentative)
11. Richard Kee
12. Jane Kee
13. Esther Mok
14. Laura Ng
15. Karen Thio
16. Lena Wang
17. Barbara Lim
18. Pauline Tan
19. Morris Ng
20. Terry Tang
21. Helen Kuek
22. Judy Lim
23. Helen Wong
24. Johnny Pow
25. Annie Pow
26. Shawn Soh
27. Lucy
28. Gingko Nut
29. Andrew Koh
30. Shirley Tan

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• Date : Saturday, 25 August 2012
• Time : 9.30 am
• Meeting Place : concourse of Kranji MRT Station

Getting There :

• MRT North-South line. Get off at Kranji Station
• Buses : 160, 170, 178, 925, 960, 961

EOs : Jeffrey Lim and Joyce Tan

The walk : Those who have done the Pipeline Ramble X-treme will find this walk relatively easy. The route, along the former railway line, will more or less be parallel to the Pipeline Ramble X-treme trail. But as we all know trains can’t go up steep slopes, so the walk will generally be on level ground.

This walk will be broken down into several stages, totaling about 22 km. Those who don’t want to do the whole walk can join/leave the walk at the various way points. Times given are approximate depending on the pace of the group.

Start point – Start at Kranji MRT 9.30 am

Way point 1 (7.0 km) – Break at coffee shop Block 160A Jalan Teck Whye (multi-storey car park) 11.00 to 11.30 am

Way point 2 (3.0 km) – Lunch Break at Rail Mall 12.30 to 2.00 pm.

There are several eating places at Rail Mall such as Cedele (deli), Subway (sandwiches), Ah Mei Cafe (prata, chicken rice), Eat (fish ball noodles). There are also a couple of pubs for those who are inclined for a mid-day tipple!

Way point 3 (6.4 km) – Break at Bouna Vista MRT 4.00 to 4.30 pm

End point (5.8 km) – End at Silat Road. 6.00 pm

There isn’t much by way of makan at this area. Depending on concensus we will adjourn to either Kereta Ayer Food Centre, People’s Park or Kok Seng (dinner point of Pipeline Ramble X-treme) for dinner.

Our Walk Team EOs: ChristinaCL Chan , Charles Wee, Mary Tan, Joyce Tan, Veronica Wong, Conrad Tang, Lydia Soh and me, Jeffrey Lim

REGISTER HERE :

1. Jeffrey Lim
2. Joyce Tan
3. Charles Chua
4. Jacq Wong
5. Veronique Lee
6. Azhari Cuttilan
7. Ivan Lim
8. Daisy Phua (morning sector only)
9. Chris Chan
10. Terry Tang
11. Annie Tan (morning sector only)
13 Inez Lim
14. Lim Tian Soo
15. Charles Wee (morning sector only)
16. Vincent Lim
17. Lydia Soh

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This post is posted on behalf of MaryT as her post did not appear on this blog! 

Date:          Saturday,  14 July 2012

Time:          4.30pm sharp  (about 2 hrs)  

Meeting Point :    Woodlands MRT Station nearby Passenger Service Control Station
 
EOs :                Veronica Wong & Mary Tan

This easy walk takes us into an urban park in Woodlands  nature area to enjoy its rustic surroundings of a
secondary forest, grassland and the mangrove swamp where you may observe mudskippers in the mudflat.

Woodlands Waterfront attractions – water promenade, coastal forest vegetation, view of Johor Straits,
sunrise and sunset views.  The 400m jetty is one of the longest coastal jetties in Singapore that offers
visitors panoramic views of the park and the Straits of Johor.  This park is so simple yet beautiful. 
A good place for photography enthusiast.

End of Walk – for dinner at 888 Plaza, junction of Woodlands Ave 4 and 7

Our other Walk Team EOs: ChristinaCL Chan, Charles Wee, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low, Conrad &

Sally Tang and Lydia Soh.

REGISTER HERE

1. Andrew Yeung
2. Barbara Lim
3. Ron Teo
4. Terry Tang
5. Pauline Chew
6. Jane Chua
7. Alice Seah
8. KC Lau
9. Bernie Chung
10. Thomas Lau
11. Lucy Tan
12. Lydia Soh
13. Charles Wee
14. Grace Kang
15. Hew Lee
16. Leong Kum Hong
17. Peter Goh
18. Malcolm
19. Seok Cheng
20. Erik Teo
21. Juliet Ong
22. Aaron How
23. Charles Chua
24. Rosalind Soh
25. Johnny Pow
26. Annie Tan
27. Christina Chan
28. Yatsing
29. Philip Wee
30. Priscilla Wee
31. Theresa Seow
32. Joy Chuang
33. Ivan Lim
34. Clara Chay

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Step, step, step Towards Better Health!         

Need to sort out some things in your head?
Go for a brisk walk, it will boost circulation in all parts of the body, including your brain.

Studies shown that walking regularly has the ability to lower your stress levels and that walking may
bring long-term benefits to your mental disposition by warding off both depression and anxiety.
Protecting and nurturing your mental health is an important part of overall wellness.

Q3 scheduled dates:  
(walk is on every 2nd Saturdays/month)

14 Jul    Waterfront/Admiralty (Post will be up on either 1st /2nd July.  We apologize for delay).

11 Aug  long weekend, no walk.  We had planned a special on 25Aug.

25Aug   Railway Xtreme, 26km (this might prove easier than our previous PipeLine Xtreme!)

08 Sep  Gardens by the Bay, Part 2

Details of each walk:
Post will appear approx 2 weeks or 10days prior to scheduled date for registration.
Rain or shine, CONFIRMED walks will not be cancelled; unless inclement weather that poses danger!

Let the joy of doing a pleasant activity be there always!         

Till then…. stay Cool!  Be Cool!       

The Walk Team EOs: 
Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low, Conrad&Sally Tang,
Lydia Soh and I, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,,,,signing off.

Date:          Saturday,  9th June 2012

Time:          4.00pm SHARP ( 2.5 to 3hrs)  Do be on time as we shall commute by bus in a group.    

Meeting Point :    
Woodlands Regional Bus Interchange between Berths 4 & 5.
(S9 Woodlands MRT – exit the station, turn Right; look for escalator on your right to Basement, turn right and behold Berth 5!)

End of walk :    MRT Station: NS16 Ang Mo Kio  (Foodcourt @ L3, many other restaurants & food stalls)  

EOs :                ChristinaCL Chan & Charles Wee

NOTE:   Due to the unique location of destination, part of the journey, we need to commute by bus.  
             There is no significant landmark to enable us to guide you to meet up with us should you be late!

Brief Description:    

Terrain is EASY.      
Bring your cameras – very scenic!
Toilet facilities — Only at MRT stations.
Rain or shine, we will be there!

Let’s explore yet another natural forest reserve.  A LUSH forest of tropical trees and shrubs, Enjoy its peace
and quietness…… GOOD for mental health, mood and some eye-cercise!    

I was there when I was  probably around 0.9m. I recalled to get to the reservoir one has to walk on a long
paved road, from a distance a rocket-shaped tower looms into view.  As I stand nearer to it, it seems to
tower over my small frame.  

This iconic observation tower still stands tall and straight but, gone is the feeling of its towering presence;
though from its top it still provides a panoramic view of the waters and surrounding greenery.

Seletar Reservoir was damaged during the Japanese war in 1941.  It was renamed Upper Seletar Reservoir
after the construction of  Lower Seletar Reservoir.  It is one of the 4 main reservoirs and its nature reserve
acts as a water catchment area, its waters is used for drinking and daily usage after treatment for the
people in Singapore.
Upper Seletar Reservoir has been expanded twice in capacity and in 1999 it became a marked conservation site!

When did you last visit Seletar Reservoir?   
Since you were a child like me or……   Never ever?      Come, join us!         

Stay cool Be cool!           

Our Walk Team EOs: Charles Wee, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Joyce Tan, Veronica Wong, Serene Low,
Conrad Tang,  Lydia Soh  and I, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,, signing off

REGISTER HERE

1.  Charles Wee
2.  ChristinaCL Chan
3.  Danny Lye      (unwell, R&R)
4.  June Tan         (need to R&R) hehe
5.  Andrew Yeung
6.  Pauline Chew
7.  Jane Chua
8.  Judy Lim        (unwell, R&R)
9.  June Koh
10. Lena Ho
11. Steven Ng
12. Lydia Soh
13. Maureen Lee
14. Fong Poh Chee
15. Bernie Chung
16. Alice Seah
17. Janet Ng
18. Cheryl Ho
19. Tan Li Li
20. Wendy Goh
21. Daisy Yeo
22. Erik Teo
23. Chui Keng
24. Sockie
25. Hew Lee
26. Rosalind Soh
27. Evelyn Ong
28. Catherine Chong
29. Pauline Khoo
30. Christina Pan
31. Janis Han
32. Johnny Pow
33. Annie Tan
34. Thomas Lau
35. Lucy Tan
36. Irene Poh
37. Aaron How
38. Juliet Ong
39. Lilian Teo
40. Veronica Wong
41. Pat Oei
42. Lynda
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When I  visited Sentosa last saturday, I realised that there is so much to see and do. It is so near and yet I wonder whether some of us had the opportunity to explore and enjoy all the scenes and activities right here. It will be like a family outing for us.

The itinerary as follows:

3:30pm   Meet at Vivocity Sentosa Station

4:00pm   Take monorail to Beach Station where the Palawan Beach is. Take a stroll down and enjoy the refreshing sea breeze and scenery.

5:00pm   Take monorail to Imbiah Station. At the Merlion Plaza standing at 37 metres high, this half lion. half fish creature is a delight to snap our camera at. There is also an escalator that brings us to the Imbiah Lookout and the Tiger Sky Tower and lots of things to do.

6:00pm   Next, take train to Waterfront Station where Resorts World is. Take in all the amusements here and enjoy the activities at Universal Studio. There is so much to do and take in here too.

7:00pm   Adjourn to the Malaysian Food Street where all the best of Malaysian hawker fares are waiting  to fill our hungry stomachs.

Those who are tired may take a train home after dinner. For others, the free show on the ‘Crane Dance’ starts at 9:00pm and another free show, the ‘Lake of Dreams’ starts at 9:30pm.

Another option available is for us to leisurely stroll back to Vivocity by the Sentosa Boardwalk.

Entry by monorail from Vivocity to Beach Station is $3.00, any other trips by monorail within Sentosa are free.

Are you ready for a day of fun, enjoyment and adventure at Sentosa?

Register here.

1. Dan
2. Boon Liang
3. Gabriella
4. Geok Suan
5. Steven Chan
6. Winnie Tan
7. June Koh
8. Primrose Kok
9. Maria Tan
10. Tan Seok Wah
11. Jane Ong
12. Aaron How
13. Juliet Ong
14. Barbara Lim
15. Alice Low
16. Joan Ang
17. Lydia Chin
18. Angie Ng
19. Anne Chee
20. Ann Lim
21. Irene Poh
22. Hew Lee – (tentative)

EOs, Dan & Boon Liang

Date:      Saturday,  12th May  2012

Time:       4.30pm (approx 2.5hrs)        

Meeting Place :    MRT Station – EW25 Chinese Garden, Exit A beside a ‘Cheers’ store

End of walk :    MRT Station – Jurong East EW24
                        Makan place – JCube, new shopping mall or JurongEast Mrt Kopi Tiam-food centre.  

EOs :    ChristinaCL Chan and Serene Low

Brief Description:    

Terrain is EASY for all ages.      
Bring your cameras – very scenic!
Toilet facilities — at MRT station EW25. Next available approx 30/45mins later,
                                  many available at the Jurong Gardens.
Rain or shine, we will be there!

This month, let’s go West!
In the past years, it is rare that our monthly walks is towards this direction.

Where?  in this highly urbanized city we lived in to find a place that flows with greenery, peace, calm and
Serenity…. A gem in the West, of pristine beauty –  Jurong Lake and its Gardens!   

It is one of the "Destination Parks"  that will get a massive makeover – expect significant development that
will transformed it into the next big suburban commercial hub.

Let us troop down to Jurong Lake, a 70ha freshwater lake and reservoir to enjoy its breathtaking view
before the day draws near where this area is further enhanced, changed forever!   

Along the perimeter of Jurong Lake, a landscaped sanctuary Park was completed in 2006.  
Pause,  take in the sights across glistening waters ……    see families, friends chatting under shade of
trees, strolling at leisure in the park,  children frolic around with laughter, kite flying, fishing……
uhmmm…… breathe in,  to energize the following week’s hustle and bustle.
Look out for clusters of older banyan tress where their aerial prop roots spread out laterally like a small
fence along certain fringe of the lake, where the trunks are covered with an orangy hue – rarely found
or seen in Singapore.  

As one stroll into one of the Jurong Gardens found within the Lake, time stood still in nostalgia……….
step onto the ‘Pai Hung Ch’iao’ Bridge, the white rainbow, 13-Arch Bridge;  though this bridge is shorter
than the famous 17-Arch Bridge at the Summer Palace in Peking, it still maintains the magnificent
architectural design of a typical beautiful bridge found in China.

Stay cool Be cool!       

Our Walk Team EOs: Charles Wee, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Joyce Tan, Veronica Wong, Serene Low, Conrad Tang,  Lydia Soh  and me, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,, signing off

REGISTER HERE

1    Danny Lye
2    June Tan
3    Tan Li Li
4    Jane Chua
5    Susan CH Tan
6    Barbara Lim
7    Lee Thean Hor
8    Toon Tong Wai
9    Gabriella Chua
10    Primrose Kok
11    Mega Abdullah
12    Winnie Tan
13    Jimmy Tsin
14    Janie Leong
15    Philip Wee
16    Priscilla Wee
17    Lydia Soh
18    Terry Tang
19    Tan Chui Kheng
20    Erik Teo
21    Alice Seah
22    Christina Pan
23    Johnny Pow
24    Annie Tan
25    Tan Chor Suan
26    Eileen Ang
27    Mdm Ah Ting
28    Ang Choon Lan
29    Evelyn Ong
30    Catherine Chong
31    Grace Ng
32    Pauline Khoo
33    Seok Cheng
34    Serene Low
35    ChristinaCL Chan
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Date                 :  Saturday,  14 April, 2012

Time /Duration  :  4pm  "sharp" / approx 2.5 hours   

Meeting Place    :  EXIT B, Caldecott MRT (CC 17)

End of walk       :  MacRitchie Reservoir Park – Bus stop (opp Mt Alvernia Hosp)
                           Bus services: 52, 74, 93, 130, 132, 156, 157, 162, 165, 166, 167,
                           640, 645, 852, 855 & 980.  (74 & 852 goes to Marymount MRT)

EOs                  :  Charles Wee, Veronica Wong & Mary Tan

Brief Details:
Terrain – sandy/gravelled, forestry path and easy to walk boardwalk.
Toilet facilities: only at Caldecott MRT and near the cafe.
Bring drinking water, an umbrella (for rain or sun), mosquito repellent, camera,
cap and wear comfortable covered walking shoes.  Walk on the submerged boardwalk,
bring slippers and also towel to dry your feet after wash up at nearby toilet
facility near cafe.

1st Part – Bukit Brown – EO Charles,
Let us explore one of Singapore’s oldest burial ground which is the final
resting place of many Chinese pioneers; many of whom helped shaped our Nation.
In fact, BBC is more than a cemetery; it is 1 of the last few remaining patches
of wilderness rich in flora and fauna and certain wild life. There are some
large trees which have grown to majestic heights and, looking up from
underneath 1 of these trees gives a sense of awe.  Plenty of light, not creepy
at all along the main paths which are relative wide.
Expect to see horses as there is a riding school & polo club nearby.
Join us to appreciate the area’s historical, cultural and spiritual
aspects,,, before it is gone!
   
2nd Part – MacRitchie Reservoir Park –  EOs Veronica Wong & Mary Tan
Another gateway to nature, MacRitchie Reservoir is Singapore’s oldest reservoir.
Gazetted as a heritage building, the zig-zag bridge and bandstand has been
reconditioned and restored. Experience walking in ankle-deep water and getting
your feet wet on the submerged boardwalk to be in close contact
with water plants and aquatic life.  A relax walk along the boardwalk trail. 
Enjoy a beautiful sunset at the reservoir against the backdrop of dense rainforest.

We shall end the walk at the Mushroom Café.
It serves a wide range of food.  They have chicken, beef stew served with rice,
mee siam, curry puffs, icecream, chendol, chicken wings, coffee, many types,
fruit juices. Their signature dish is Mee Siam, quite good.  Food are available
till sold out!

Our Walk Team EOs: Charles Wee, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Joyce Tan, Veronica Wong,
Conrad Tang, Lydia Soh and I, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,, signing off

REGISTER EARLY (so we can inform the cafe staff: to expect to
                  feed xxx number of hungry folks!)

1. Daniel Chan
2. June Koh                    (makan)
3. Andrew Yeung           (makan)
4. Gingko Tay                 (makan)
5. Feztus Lim
6. Daniel Ong
7. Tan Li Li                     (makan)
8. Alice Seah
9. Charles Chua            (makan)
10. Robert Ong
11. Rosalind Lee
12. Terry Tang               (makan)
13. Jane Chua
14. Pauline Chew
15. Maureen Lee         (makan)
16. Kenneth Tan          (makan)
17. Jimmy Tsin             (makan)
18. Bernie Chung
19. Lily Ho
20. Judy Lim                (makan)
21. Irene Poh              (makan)
22. Lucy Tan                (makan)
23. Thomas Lau          (makan)
24. Andrew Koh           (makan)
25. Johnny Pow   
26. Christina Pan       (makan)
27. Tan Chor Suan
28. Ivan Lim
29. Fong Poh Chee      (makan)
30. Rosalind Soh         (makan)
31. Victor Chee
32. Steven Yuen
33. Wee Chin
34. Priscilla Wee
35. Charles Wee
36. Mary Tan
37. Veronica Wong
38. ChristinaCL Chan   (makan)
39. Evelyn Ong
40. Catherine Chong
41. Helen Wong
42. Pow T.K.
43. Daisy Yeo
44. Anna Lee               (makan)
45. Henry Ong             (makan)
46. Henry Yip
47. Debbie Oh              (makan)
48. Sock Cheng aka Sockie     (makan)
49. Audrey Wong
50. Anna Seet
51. Richard Lim
52. Lilian Teo
53. Ronald Lam         (makan)
54. Malcolm Chen     (makan)
55. Lawrence Khan

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Love Nature?  …..  Come, let’s Walk together!                   

14 Apr      Bt Brown & MacRitchie  (lookout for post sometime this week!)
12 May    Jurong Park/Lake
09 Jun      Mandai  (to be confirmed)

LET THE JOY OF DOING A PLEASANT ACTIVITY BE THERE ALWAYS!          

Till then…. stay Cool!  Be Cool!             

The Walk Team EOs:  Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low,
Conrad&Sally Tang, Lydia Soh and I, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,,,,signing off.

,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,PREVIOUSLY,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

LET’S WALK & TALK…. HEALTH to our senses and being!

Come CAPER with us from FEBRUARY 2012,,,, allow your senses be pampered by lush greenery, cool sea

breeze or watch children prance around in the parks,,, profound JOY!  

IMPORTANT:
On-going monthly walks on every 2nd Saturday/each month
UNLESS otherwise informed.     
Rain or shine, CONFIRMED walks will not be cancelled; unless inclement weather that poses danger!

Brief details of each walk will be posted on SHC website for registration: approx 10days  prior to scheduled
date.

The Monthly Walk will kick off on SATURDAY, 11th FEBRUARY 2012!

2012 – Monthly Walks on 2nd Saturdays.  Confirmed dates:
11 Feb     Done
10 Mar    Done
14 Apr     
12 May    
09 Jun
14 Jul
11 Aug  long weekend, no walk.  MIGHT reschedule walk on 25th August instead!
08 Sep
13 Oct
10 Nov
08 Dec

……More GOODNESS:
Walking is one of the simplest forms and also the most effective form of exercise. Good for sedentary
workers!  

Regular walking, like most aerobic activities, is good because cardio-vascular exercise strengthens the
heart and lungs, increasing overall fitness.

Walking is low impact.   It does not have the same potential for injury as jogging or other strenuous forms
of activities, yet offers all the benefits.

Founder had asked me to mention the benefits of walking.  So here goes…..

Some BENEFITS mentioned by doctors are:

1)  good for bones and improves the body’s cardiovascular system. It also helps boost circulation.
2)  helps to drain the lower legs of excess fluid and can help prevent varicose veins through the pumping
      action of the calf muscles.
3)  people tend to be able to walk at a consistent speed than run, it is a more beneficial form of
      tissue-cleansing.
4)  also better for the spine than running, as it puts less stress on the discs.   Human beings were
      designed for constant movement, not sitting in cars or in front of computers, which causes negative
      pressures on our spinal cord.
5)  Regular walking is excellent for spinal discs, which receive minerals and vitamins through the
      pumping action it causes.

Our 1st walk of year 2012 – explore the longest man-made waterway!

Date: 11th February 2012

Time: 4.15PM

Meeting Place?outside Riveira LRT Station

Getting there: Transit to LRT From Punggol MRT or via Bus service #s: 3, 83, 85

EO: Joyce Tan / Charles Wee

What to bring: drinking water; umbrella/shade; comfortable walking shoes; snacks; camera and your smile

Distance/Duration: 4KM+, less than 2 hrs (with 3 washrooms available)

End of walk: we can have Healthy vegetarian food at ??? (nice ambience) of Fo Guang Shan Temple or by train to other nearby eateries. I’ve to arrange with the chef from the vegetarian kitchen so please indicate your interest if you’re going for it.

Who’s coming:

1. Patsy Lim (Vege)
2. Francis R.M
3. Alice Cheong (Vege)
4. Maureen Lee (Vege)
5. Irene Poh (Vege)
6. Alice Seah (Vege)
7. Danny Lye
8. June Tan
9. Daisy Phua
10. Hamidah
11. KC Wong
12. Grace Gan
13. Han Fong Chin (Vege)
14. ChristinaCL Chan(Vege)
15. Ah Nee (Vege)
16. Maria Tan (Vege)
17. Winnie K.Tan (Vege)
18. Richard wyh (X)
19. Helen T Wong
20. Pow TK
21. Jimmy Tsin (Vege)
22. Seow Yong (Vege)
23. Bernie Chung
24. Margaret Lim (X)
25. Anna Seet (Vege)
26. Judy Lim (Vege)
27. Boon Liang (Vege)
28. Ann Lim
29. SK Chua
30. Lilian Teo (X)
31. Daisy Yeo (Vege)
32. Ricky Wong (Vege)
33. Patricia Kwok (Vege)
34. Grace Kang
35. Tan Seok Wah (Vege)
36. Danial Chan (Vege)
37. Janie Leong
38. Daniel Ong
39. Serene Leow
40. Robert
41. Audrey Wong
42. Tan Chor Suan
43. Pauline Chew
44. Thomas Lau
45. Lucy Tan
46. Monica Tan (Vege)
47. Janis Han (Vege)
48. Winnie Lim
49. Kheng Lim
50. Evelyn Ong
51. Catherine Chong
52. Lydia Soh
53. Debbie Oh
54. Gingko Tay
55. Eddy Lee
56. Margaret Chua
57. Aaron How (Vege)
58. Juliet Ong (Vege)
59. Lee King Seng (Vege)
60. Annie Lim (Vege)
61. Annie Loh
62. Peh Bee Huah
63. Ivan Lim
64. Helen Quek
65. Ronald Lam (Vege)
66. Joyce Tan (Vege)
67. Charles Wee (Vege)

CLICK HERE to view PHOTOS 

Our Walk Team members: ChristinaCL Chan, Charles Wee, Conrad Tang, Veronica Wong, Serene Leow, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Lydia Soh, Joyce Tan

See ya :-)

 LET’S WALK & TALK…. HEALTH to our senses and being!         

Come CAPER with us from FEBRUARY 2012,,,, allow your senses be pampered by lush greenery, cool sea

breeze or watch children prance around in the parks,,, profound JOY!  

IMPORTANT:
On-going monthly walks on every 2nd Saturday/each month
UNLESS otherwise informed.     
Rain or shine, CONFIRMED walks will not be cancelled; unless inclement weather that poses danger!

Brief details of each walk will be posted on SHC website for registration: approx 10days  prior to scheduled

date.

The Monthly Walk will kick off on SATURDAY, 11th FEBRUARY 2012!       

2012 – Monthly Walks on 2nd Saturdays.  Confirmed dates:
11 Feb
10 Mar
14 Apr
12 May    
09 Jun
14 Jul
11 Aug  long weekend, no walk.  Might reschedule walk on another date!
08 Sep
13 Oct
10 Nov
08 Dec

Feb to Apr 2012 — the routes are      
11Feb     Punggol Waterfront
10Mar    Labrador Nature Reserver/Promenade
14Apr     MacRitchie Reservoir Park

……More GOODNESS:
Walking is one of the simplest forms and also the most effective form of exercise. Good for sedentary

workers!  

Regular walking, like most aerobic activities, is good because cardio-vascular exercise strengthens the

heart and lungs, increasing overall fitness.

Walking is low impact.   It does not have the same potential for injury as jogging or other strenuous forms

of activities, yet offers all the benefits.

Founder had asked me to mention the benefits of walking.  So here goes…..

Some BENEFITS mentioned by doctors are:

1)  good for bones and improves the body’s cardiovascular system. It also helps boost circulation.
2)  helps to drain the lower legs of excess fluid and can help prevent varicose veins through the pumping
      action of the calf muscles.
3)  people tend to be able to walk at a consistent speed than run, it is a more beneficial form of
      tissue-cleansing.
4)  also better for the spine than running, as it puts less stress on the discs.   Human beings were
      designed for constant movement, not sitting in cars or in front of computers, which causes negative
      pressures on our spinal cord.
5)  Regular walking is excellent for spinal discs, which receive minerals and vitamins through the
      pumping action it causes.

LET THE JOY OF DOING A PLEASANT ACTIVITY BE THERE ALWAYS!      

Till then…. stay Cool!  Be Cool!     

GONG XI  GONG XI
???? (xin nian kuai le)            ???? (wan shi ru yi)

The Walk Team EOs:  Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low,

Conrad&Sally Tang, Lydia Soh and I, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,,,,signing off.

       This is the LAST WALK for this year!

Date : 10 Dec 2011 (Saturday)

Start TIME:  4.20pm  SHARP!

Meet Place : Dakota MRT (CC8), Exit A  ie., opp Exit B!  (I recalled at Exit B, you see the control station) From Exit A, go up escalator to ground level.  Let’s gather around the grass patch.
On arrival, do use the toilet facilities as non will be available till more than an hour later, at BayEAST.

Getting there:
1)  MRT – Circle Line, Dakota Station CC8
By bus, alight either at Blk 99 or opp Blk 62, along Old Airport Road
Bus Svc#s: 10, 16, 30, 31, 32, 33.

Leaders:  ChristinaCL Chan and Lydia Soh.

This evening the stroll begins along the Geylang River towards Tanjong Rhu Promenade where lovely
condos dots the river bank along the Kallang Basin; one might see some water sports eg., dragon boat
and kayaking.

As we approach the Promenade, we can see the Kallang Leisure Park shopping centre on the opposite
bank.  After sights of lush condos estate, IF the weather permits, will add a twist to this walk with an
"itsy bitsy teeny weeny" flavour!  ahem,,, what are you thinking??  Come and you shall find out… 

After this, another of nature’s beauty to behold!  Bay EAST —
the 1st of the S$1-billion Gardens by the Bay!

Bay EAST was an interim park in support of YOG2010 (Youth Olympics) .  In October 2011, this relatively
NEW park is opened to the public to enjoy.  For now, it offers basic facilities but future development is
expected at a later stage.  
(Look for the infrastructure and interpretative signage showing the water sustainability story within the
interim garden).

The 32 hectares linear park, stretches along Marina Reservoir — offers a panoramic view of the overall
Marina Bay skyline (with Marina Bay Financial District and Supertrees at Bay South,  Marina Bay Sands,
Marina Reservoir, Marina Barage, Singapore Flyer and F1 Pitt Building as backdrop)… from a distance,,, 

The unobstructed views are superb, a feast for your eyes,,,snap away! with your cameras.  
Breathe in! expand your lungs with fresh air.

Now that our eyes and lungs are filled, let’s head back towards the Promenade, cross a suspension
bridge to Kallang Leisure Park to nurse our growling tummies.

Stay COOL, BE COOL!!       

Our Walk Team EOs: Charles Wee, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Joyce Tan, Veronica Wong and Conrad Tang,
Lydia Soh and me, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,, signing off

Jingle Bells! Jingle Bells! ,,,, Let’s celebrate!     
Wish you & your family this coming season, be filled with Joy, Peace, Health, Harmony & Wealth!

NOTE:  We will hang up our walking shoes, till next walk on 11 February, 2012.  See YOU!   

REGISTER HERE:

1    DANNY LYE
2    JUNE TAN
3    ANDREW YEUNG
4    HAMIDAH ISHAK
5    K C WONG
6    GRACE GAN
7    ANN LIM
8    AUDREY WONG
9    IRENE POH
10    JOSEPHINE YAP
11    LILIAN TEO
12    SK CHUA
13    JUDY LIM
14    PAULINE CHEW
15    JANE CHUA
16    ALICE SEAH
17    SOCK CHENG aka Sockie
18    THOMAS LAU
19    LUCY TAN
20    TERRY TANG
21    FREDA LIM
22    TAN BOON LIANG
23    JANET CHAN
24    DAISY PHUA
25    ANNIE LOH
26    PEH BEE HUAH
27    CHRISTINA PAN
28    JOY CHUANG
29    GRACE WONG
30    DIANA TAN
31    IRIS HONG
32    BERNIE CHUNG
33    GOH AH LAM
34    IVAN LIM
35    GRACE KANG
36    SUSAN TanSW
37    LINDA CHAN NK
38    MAUREEN LEE
39    AARON HOW
40    JULIET ONG
41    LAWRENCE KHAN
42    CHARLES WEE
43    CONRAD TANG
44    SALLY LEE
45    VERONICA WONG
46    MARY TAN
47    LYDIA SOH
48    ChristinaCL Chan
49    MARGARET TIAN
50    PRISCILLA WEE
51    DAISY YEO
52    VINCENT LIM
53    DANIEL CHAN
54    WINSTON YANG
55    WINNE LIM
56    STEVEN CHAN
57    PREMA LATA
58    DOROTHY LEE
59    ELIZA CHUA
60    SHIRLEEN KAO
61    RICHARD WONG
62    CLARA CHAY
63    ANDREW KOH
64    KOH TONG SENG
65    LILIAN KOH
66    SERENE LEOW
67    ROBERT TAN
68    LEE AH NEE
69    MELISSA KHNG
70    JUNE KOH
71    CATHERINE CHONG
72    EVELYN ONG
73    MAGGIE TEO
74    CAROLINE TAN
75    DANIEL ONG
76    JOHN HOWE
77    JANIE LEONG
78    SEOK CHENG
79    ESTHER MOK
80    LAURA NG
81    GINGKO
82    RONALD LEE
83    LINA TAN
84    CYNTHIA NEO
85    WEE CHIN
86    HELEN KUEK
87    LEE KHENG LIM
88    DEBBIE OH
89    GARY ONG
90    CHERYL HO
91    JANET NG

 93    KC LAU

November 2011 Monthly Walk – Botanic Garden
Serene Low / Chris Chan in SHC main bulletin, Walking

Date: 12 November 2011 (Saturday)
Meeting Place: Botanic Garden MRT, Control Station (Circle Line, CC19)
Start Time: 4.30pm
Duration: approx 2 hours
EOs for this walk: Serene Low and ChristinaCL Chan
 
From the entrance of the Botanic Garden at Bt Timah/Cluny; we will walk towards the Eco Lake skirting along the edge to Jocab Ballas Children’s Garden.   This is a specialized garden constructed for children to learn about plants through play.  It will stimulate even adults to the wonder of plants and nature!  Let’s spend 20 minutes in this area.

Passing the Eco Lake from another side, we head towards a paved slope upwards to the Healing Garden.  This 2.5 hectare garden, took 3 years to set up, and was launched recently in October by President Tony Tan.  It is the largest in Singapore, showcasing a collection of 500 species of SE Asian medicinal plants.  The Healing Garden is designed in the shape of a human body — thematically relating to parts or systems of the body, such as "Head, Neck, Ears, Nose and Throat" and "Digestive and Related Systems".   It will be enriching to browse around and don’t be surprised to find some plants that have medicinal values are actually common plants.

After that we will continue to stroll through this green sanctuary via a different route back to the entrance towards Adam Food Centre for our dinner.

The rainy season seems to be here early.  Do bring your umbrella or rain coat, your camera, drinking bottle, sun block, a hat and walking sneakers.

This is an educational “green walk” you would not want to miss!

Other Walk Team members: Joyce Tan, Charles Wee, Conrad Tang, Veronica Wong, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Lydia Soh.

Those registered:

1. Eddy Lee
2. Margaret Chua
3. KC Wong
4. Grace Gan
5. Hamidah Ishak
6. Danny Lye
7. June Tan
8. Judy Lim (delete)
9. Goh Ah Lam
10. Lee King Seng
11. Wendy Koh
12. Lydia Soh
13. Terry Tang
14. Maureen Lee
15. Ng Lye Hock
16. Stephen Jayaram
17. Melody Tan
18. Bernie Chung
19. Tricia Har
20. Ann Lim
21. Grace Wong
22. Josephine Yap
23. S K Chua
24. Alice Seah
25. Priscilla Wee
26. Philip Wee
27. Hew Lee
28. Peng Peng
29. Dorothy Lee
30. Louis Siah
31. Mrs Louis Siah (require maiden name) 
32. Kelly Ho
33. Janet Ng
34. Cheryl Ho
35. Seok Cheng
36. Linda Chan M K
37. Winnie Lim
38. Peter Lim
39. Mrs Peter Lim (require maiden name)
40. Stephen Low
41. Tan Chor Suan & 2 sisters
42. Leong Kum Hong
43. Leong Mai Yoke
44. Daisy Phua
45. Angie Ng
46. Andrew Koh
47. Thomas Lau
48. Lucy Tan
49. Christina Pan
50. Ivan Lim

Photos by Danny Lye

Quote:   
Reviews suggest that walking just 30 minutes per day, a few days a week is enough to moderately increase overall bone density.
Those who walked 30 minutes each day had a significantly lower risk of premature death than those who rarely exercised.
Walking is a natural form of movement and, unlike high impact exercise, does not place excess stress on the joints and boosts bone strength.

Low risk and easy to start….Walking may just be the key to achieving fitness. 
Let’s swing! at least your arms and stay on track!     

Announcement 
We are happy to announce that Lydia Soh has joined the Walk Team as one of the EOs.    

Update 
Monthly Walk sched:  Oct to Dec 2011

08Oct      Bishan to Casuarina   (to Register, see separate post)
12Nov     Confirmed (route will be announced at nearer date)
10Dec     Confirmed (route will be announced)

     —– 2012 —– 
We will resume The 1st walk on Saturday, 11th February.     
No walk for the month of January. 

Information
SHC Monthly Walk:  every 2nd Saturday of the month UNLESS otherwise informed.    

Details of each walk:  Post will appear approx 2 weeks prior to scheduled date for registration.
Rain or shine, CONFIRMED walks will not be cancelled; unless inclement weather that poses danger!

Let the joy of doing a pleasant activity be there always!

Till then…. stay Cool!  Be Cool!       

The Walk Team EOs:  Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low,Conrad Tang, Lydia Soh and me, Christina CL Chan,,,,,,,signing off.

Day / Date : Saturday, 8 October 2011

Time : 4.30 pm – 6.30 pm

Venue : Bishan MRT Station Exit B

EO : Conrad Tang
Assisting : Sally Lee

One of my favourite route. As the chinese says : ???????. We will set off at Bishan MRT, pass through Bishan Park, go into Lower Peirce Reservoir Park, climb the boardwalk, emerge at Old Upper Thomson Road and walk along Casuarina Road. There is a good curry restaurant at the end of Casaurina Road – roti prata for dinner, anyone???

Come join in the walk!!! Those joining the walk for the first time, welcome and please identify yourself. We will introduce you to the group at an appropriate time during the walk.

The Walk EO Team: 
Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan & Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low,
Christina Chan and me, Conrad Tang,,,,,,,signing off.

Those coming:

1. Wendy Koh
2. Feztus Lim
3. Daisy Yeo
4. Susan Tan
5. Jane Ong
6. Thomas Lau
7. Alice Seah
8. Charles Chua
9. Bernie Chung
10. Lucy Tan
11. Ivan Lim (tentative)
12. Eddy Lee
13. Margaret Chua
14. Stephen Low
15. Hew Lee
16. Winnie Lim
17. Roger Wong
18. Maureen Lim
19. Evelyn Ong
20. Catherine Chong
21. Leong Kum Hong
22. Leong Kum Hong’s wife
23. Christina Chan
24. Jacqueline Han
25. Jassmine Teo
26. Esther Mok
27. Josephine Yap
28. Laura Ng
29. Audrey Wong
30. Lilian Teo
31. Rosalind Soh
32. Tim Liu
33. Aaron How
34. Juliet Ong
35.  Yatsing
36. Lydia Soh
37. Joy Chuang
38. Diana Tan
39. Irene Poh
40. Margaret Tian

Photos by Conrad

Date: 10 September 2011 (Saturday)

Meeting Place: Queeenstown MRT Station, nearby control station by 4.30pm.

Duration:  around 2 hours

EOs for this walk:  Veronica Wong and Mary Tan

Starting from Queenstown MRT Station, we will walk towards Alexandra Canal Linear Park (1.4km), easy walk passing by Strathmore Estate, Dawson Estate all the way towards Tanglin Road.   As we walk along the park, do stop by the story boards which give visitors the history of these estates.    Trees, flowering plants and scrubs have been planted to create a garden-like atmosphere.  Bring along your camera to take pictures along the way  of the pretty colourful flowers .   Look out for the Rukam Tree planted by Mr Lee Kuan Yew, then Minister Mentor, during the official launch of Alexandra Canal Linear Park on 1 November 2007.   The Rukam fruits can be eaten raw or sweetened with sugar to make jam.   New high-rise flats under the HDB SERS Scheme (Selective En Bloc Redevelopment Scheme) to resettle particularly the residents who lived there before their old flats were demolished to make way for the SERS flats are now in place at Strathmore Avenue.  Dotted along the park are playgrounds, mini -skate parks, fitness areas and multi-purpose courts , catering to all ages and are located near the housing estates and schools.       

From across the junction of Margaret Drive and Tanglin Rd where Masjid Jamek Queenstown mosque stands, we will arrive at Alexandra Park Connector (1.7km).  This is where we find the floating wetland, one of the many Active, Beautiful and Clean (ABC) Waters projects that PUB has implemented as part of its island-wide makeover of our reservoirs and waterways.   New facilities like parks, ponds and pavilions have been constructed alongside the huge Alexandra Canal.    Viewing galleries have been included on one side of the canal .  We continue walking this urban Park Connector at the beginning and towards the end, passing by on both sides of the canal scenery of high-rise buildings of various private condos with fantastic architectural details.  Shelters are found along the park connector for visitors to rest their tired feet or take a short break to enjoy the view.   Towards the end of the Park Connector is Zion Riverside Food Centre where we end the walk.  For those who wish to have dinner, there are the popular the No 18 char kway teow,  Lau Goh Teochew Chye Thow Kway, sweet Asian dessert at Mohammed Sultan Road Cheng Tng at stall 32 and many more.   Those who wish to shop, across the road there’s the Great World Shopping Centre and also the Kim Seng Promenade.

Bring drinking water, an umbrella (for rain or sun), mosquito repellent, camera, cap and wear comfortable walking shoes.

Other Walk Team members:  ChristinaCL Chan, Charles Wee, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low, Conrad Tang and Andrew Thio.

Those coming for this walk :

1. Danny Lye
2. June
3. Jimmy Tsin
4. Jama Hameed
5. Daniel Ong
6. Susan CH Tan
7. Terry Tang
8. Winnie K Tan
9. Goh Ah Lam
10. Charles Wee
11. Alice Seah
12. Lydia Soh
13. Evelyn
14. Malcolm Chen
15. Jane Chua
16. Peng Peng
17. Angie Ng
18. John Howe
19. Catherine Chong
20. Joyce Tan
21. Maureen Lee
22. Hew Lee
23. Seok Cheng
24. Juliana Kok
25. Stephen Low
26. Serene Leow
27. Robert Tan
28. Winnie Lim
29. Eddy Lee
30. Margaret
31. Andrew Yeung

Photos by Charles Wee, Andrew Koh & Danny Lye

THIS POST is posted on behalf of Charles Wee who is away;  he will be back to lead this walk!    

Date    13th August , Saturday 4.30pm 

Duration: approx 2.5 – 3hrs, depending on pace.

Meet:    Near taxi stand at Bishan Road  (just outside Bishan MRT)

Walk leaders:  Charles Wee & ChristinaCL Chan

After our strenuous railway walk last month, we shall now do an easy  walk for August. 
The Walk begins from Bishan MRT towards the nearby Sports Complex ,  along a canal which is actually the beginning of the Kallang River .

This walking route which ends at Potong Pasir , takes us  past the Bishan MRT depot, underneath the CTE , across the overhead bridge at Braddel Road  and towards St Andrew’s School.

On the way, if lady luck smiles on us,  we  may spot some cranes feeding in the "Sungei"/river and some small time fishermen hoping to get a bigger "catch"  than what is possible.

Nearer to Potong Pasir,  the canal broadens into a river. The scenery here is very peaceful and picturesque,,,,  R  E  L  A  X  I  N  G !   Try your photographing skills  to capture somebeautiful shots! 

We will soon reach the well known Sri Sivadurga temple after crossing the bridge over the river.  Opposite the temple is a coffee shop, famous for its freshly made  paos and siewmais.  Ideal for a short  Rest&Refreshment before we proceed to Potong Pasir MRT where we will end our walk.

The Walk Team EOs:  Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low,Conrad Tang and ChristinaCL Chan.

REGISTER HERE!

1. CHARLES CHUA
2. GABRIELLA CHUA
3. JUNE KOH
4. IVAN LIM
5. KH LEONG
6. KH LEONG’s wife
7. JUNE TAN
8. DANNY LYE
9. CHAN YUET YIN
10. ANDREW YEUNG
11. AUDREY WONG
12. WINNIE K-TAN
13. HEW LEE
14. BERNIE CHUNG
15. LYDIA SOH
16. PENG PENG
17. JANIS HAN
18. CHARLES WEE
19. ChristinaCL CHAN
20. WENDY KOH
21. SERENE LEOW
22. ROBERT TAN
23. STEPHEN LOW
24. AARON HOW
25. JULIET ONG
26. MAGARET SOO
27. RONALD LEE
28. SEOK CHENG
29. DAISY PHUA
30. RICHARD WONG
31. PEGGY TAN
32. LILLIAN TEO
33. TAN SEOK WAH
34. MARGE TIAN
35. VERONICA WONG
36. SERENE LOW
37. TIM LIU
38. ANNA LEE
39. HENRY ONG
40. ANDREW KOH

Photos by Charles Wee and Danny Lye

SPECIAL WALK — RAILWAY TRACK RAMBLE 1 (RTR 1)

WHY walk on a weekday?  — relevant authorities said this trail  will be closed by 17Jul;
expect crowds to swarm the rail on weekends which will cause the rail to loose
its tranquility and rustic charm!

Date: 14 JULY 2011 (Thursday)

Start: 9.30am

Meet at : McDonalds, King Albert Park(road).

Getting there:
1) nearest MRT Station – Newton.  Walk to Bukit Timah Road (quite a no. of bus stops to destination),
take these buses – 66, 67, 74, 77, 151, 154, 157, 170, 171, 174, 563,852, 961, 970, 645.
2) Dover MRT take bus svc# 74 to Clementi Road, alight at Ngee Ann Poly, King Albert Park is across the road.

Distance: as far as you choose to ramble…                          
Want to get off the track? Look out for "Exits".

Leaders:  ChristinaCL Chan and Charles Wee.

           
*****Commute by bus, do allow sufficient travel and waiting time.  If member wish to leave
 for other appointment, appreciate U keep either EOs informed.

The Malaysian railway line (26km) that had operated through Singapore has given us a
wonderful GREEN Belt that runs across our little RED Dot from South to North.  The railway
have had sections that had been defunct dates as far back to 1903.  We might trek these
in future.

There is not much tijme left to revel and feast in this beautiful greenery, flora and
fauna, that you might not see elsewhere on our island.  We might catch glimpses of
animals and wildlife that resided inside this hugh tract of greenery.

I wish that this green corridor or at least certain tracts of the beautiful greenery
will be kept unthouched!  It certainly is a haven for us to escape from the hectic world
that we live in.

Our walk shall commence from a station, built in 1932 but now looked forlorn and quiet.
We shall head Southbound through Ulu Pandan / Holland / Buona Vista / Portsdown — this
being the easier track and an area that has hugh tracks of greenery; one of the more scenic
stretch along the Railway.

What is the trail like?
The train tracks are relatively easy to walk on OR if you prefer
Tread on granite stones flanking both sides of the rail OR
Walk on trodden paths, flanked by tall grass; narrow at some spots; uneven terrain,
climb over natural obstacles like fallen branches, logs or tree trunks.
Get to cross the "black heavy steel truss bridges, tunnels; without fear of the
warnings from air operated horns and whistles or the drone of an approaching train.

NOTE
Bring drinking water, poncho, hat, insect repellant, camera, binoculars(optional). 
Country roads might be narrow or slippery (trek pole or walking stick is a good aid;
Wear long pants
Shoes or track shoes are strongly recommended. 
No slippers/sandals as they are also an open invitation to insects/mosquitoes.
Bring a small torch light.

COME, with a sense of Adventure! expect the unexpected!               

Do not miss out on this BEAUTIFUL GREEN BELT!!!

REGISTER HERE

We ask for fine weather: a BBC = Beautiful Breezy Cloudy day, no rain!    

Let the joy of doing a pleasant activity be there always!

Till then…. stay Cool!  Be Cool!                  

The Walk Team EOs: 
Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low, Conrad Tang
and me, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,,,,signing off.

The RAMBLERS,,,,

1.  Ginko Tay
2.  Ivan Lim
3.  Jane Chua
4.  Andrew Koh
5.  Danny Lye
6.  June Tan
7.  Danny Ong
8.  Grace Wong
9.  Ann Lim
10. Peter Goh
11. Ronald Lee
12. Jam
13. Goh Ah Lam
14. Richard Kee
15. Jane Kee
16. Catherine Yeo
17. Grace Kang
18. Julie Y
19. Lydia Soh
20. Feztus Lim
21. Seok Cheng
22. Lee Ah Nee
23. Daisy Yeo
24. Lillian Teo
25. Mega Abdullah
26. Richard Wong
27. Peng Peng
28. Charles Wee
29. ChristinaCL Chan
30. Karen Thio
31. Judy Lim
32. Marg Tian
33. Eddy Lee
34.
35.

Photos by Charles Wee, Andrew Koh, Ivan Lim, Karen Thio and Danny Lye

LET’S WALK TO HEALTH !!!

SHC Monthly Walk walks into its 6th year ,,,,, On-going every 2nd Saturday/each month  
UNLESS otherwise informed.     

Details of each walk:  Post will appear approx 2 weeks prior to scheduled date for registration.
Rain or shine, CONFIRMED walks will not be cancelled; unless inclement weather that poses danger!

SCHEDULED DATES:

09Jul                 Simpang Kiri PCN  (post is up, please register)       
14 or 23Jul       SPECIAL HISTORICAL WALK – Tg Pagar Railway (dates are tentative)
13Aug               Potong Pasir / Bishan Park 2
10Sep               Alexandra PCN
08Oct               TBA
12Nov              TBA
10Dec              TBC

*TBA – routes will be provided at nearer date.
**TBC – date to be confirmed in due time.

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A SPECIAL HISTORICAL WALK  —  "RTR1"             

Are you as excited as I to ramble the Tg Pagar Raiway track? 

FYI, I was one of those who had written to the authorities to allow the public to walk the railway track after it will be closed on 30Jun2011.

Due to prior scheduled maintenance work by the relevant authorities, the route seems to be portioned into 2 segments/period for the public to visit.

Opportunity has been given, we want to take it! 
Should the visits be extended, we shall do another then.

RTR1 – Railway Track Ramble 1, tentative on Thursday 14Jul or Saturday 23Jul.   
The post will be out for registration earliest this coming Sat if the walk is on 14Jul, else, post will be out later.

Meanwhile, comments if any, please feel free to write to me:  chrischan5575@yahoo.com

Let the joy of doing a pleasant activity be there always!

Till then…. stay Cool!  Be Cool!       

The Walk Team EOs:  Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low,Conrad Tang and me, ChristinaCL Chan ,,,, signing off!

Dear members

Since our last session on June 5, 2010 we had not organised another food and fun fellowship.

This time round we will have a hearty and healthy vegetarian meal and then go for a leisurely stroll to Sentosa (RWS) led by Boon Liang. After our meal, we will take a 15-minute bus ride to Harbourfront. Alternatively we may take a train from Dakota or Aljunied MRT. It is also worthwhile if four persons share a cab.  Those who drive may wish to pack in a few friends, new and old.

The walk will be along the boardwalk from Vivocity to Resort World Sentosa. Per entry to Sentosa is a dollar. You may join us just for the dinner if you do not want to make the journey for the walk or you may join us just for the walk. 

Venue: 8treasures Vegetarian Restaurant, Guillemard Village, 102 Guillemard Road (Former Singapore Badminton Hall)

Dinner time: 6.00pm

Depart to Vivocity: 7.00pm

Dinner cost: $12.00 per pax

Yummy menu: Fresh Mushroom Roll/Kung Bao Chicken/Clayport Beancurd/Vegetable Delight/Sea Cucumber with Vegetables/HongKong Noodles/Dessert. Drink is on your own.

Please pay to Joy’s POSB Savings Account: 159-131645 by July16, 2011

EOs, Boon Liang, Dan & Joy(alamak, which of the three is banging the head!)

Hungry diners and walkers :-

1. Dan (Paid)
2. Joy (Paid)
3. Boon Liang (Paid cash 16 Jul)
4. Bee Gek (Paid cash 2 Jul)
5. Audrey Wong (ATR 13 Jul)
6. Judy Lim (ATR 10 Jul)
7. June Koh (ITR 5 Jul)
8. Irene Poh (ATR 10 Jul)
9. Gabriella (ATR 2 Jul)
10. Sockie (ATR 16 Jul)
11. Pauline Tan (ITR 10 Jul)
12. Maureen Lee (ATR 30 Jun)
13. Clara Chay (IBG 12 Jul)
14. Grace Wong (ITR 16 Jul)
15. Ann Lim (ATR 15 Jul)
16. Roland Tong (ATR 15 Jul)
17. Helen Kuek (ATR 17 Jul)
18. Susan Tan SW (ATR 17 Jul)
19. Jane Ong (ATR 17 Jul)
20. Elaine Kong (ATR 16 Jul)
21. Rina Tan (ATR 21 Jul)
22. Janet Chan (walk only)
23. Ivan (walk only)
24. Eunice Tay (walk only)
25. Zariah Kassim (walk only)
26. Margaret Soo (walk only)
27. Janis Han (walk only)
28. Christina Pan (walk only)
29. More more more!!!   Burp…

Photos by Boon Liang & Sockie

Date: 11June 2011      Time: 4.15pm

Where to meet: Punggol MRT station (Exit A)

Duration: Less than 2 hours

EO: Joyce Tan    Co-EO: Andrew Thio

What you will see: The bridge that link up to Pulau Punggol Timor; Punggol Marina Broadwalk; Transformation of New Punggol coastal line with beautiful sea views and sandy beach, and a peek at Coney Island.

What to bring: Drinking water; comfortable walking shoes and your smiles

Bus service no. 82 (from punggol Point) is available to take you to Hougang MRT stations or to nearby eateries (Rivervale Plaza/ Hougang Mall).

Optional: Please express your interest if you want to walk more in this area the same evening, we can adjourn to Lorong Halus Wetland via Serangoon Riverside where we can also have our dinner at the few restaurants at the entrance of Riverside Park.

Other Walk Team members: Charles Wee, ChristinaCL Chan, Jeffrey Lim, Mary Tan, Serene low, Veronica Wong and Conrad Tang

Who’s coming:

1. Ivan Lim
2. Gabriella Chua
3. Lydia Soh
4. Charles Wee
5. Lim Tian Soo
6. Judy Lim
7. Lee Ah Nee
8. Anna Seet
9. Grace Kang
10. Maureen Lee
11. Susan TanSW
12. Dorothy Low
13. Grace Ng-Wong
14. Janie Leong
15. June Koh
16. King Seng
17. Ng Lai Hock
18. Alice Seah
19. BBCat
20. Evelyn Ong
21. Feztus Lim
22. Bernie Chung
23. Sockie
24. YatSing
25. Janis Han
26. Peng Peng
27. Serene Leow
28. Robert Tan
29. Ann Lim
30. Peter Goh
31. SK Chua
32. Laura Ng
33. Esther Mok
34. Andrew Yeung (Maybe)
35. Charles Chua (Maybe)
36. Hew Lee
37. Gingko Tay
38. ChristinaCL Chan
39. Seok Cheng
40. Irene Poh
41. Margaret Soo
42. Veron Wong
43. Ooi
44. Freda Lim
45. Andrew Koh

See you.

Photos by Charles Wee, Judy Lim and Sockie

As mentioned in the first post of the Round Table, the main
purpose of this is to gather together like minded people in business
to network and to know who is who and who does what. As those in
business would already know, your network is the life blood of your
business. The old hands in business also know that very actual
business talk occurs during these sessions.

For this month, there is no particular agenda other that what is
stated above. Those aspiring to be in business are welcomed to join
in too.

Date : Tuesday, 31^st May 2011

Time : 7.00 pm

Venue : Mouth Restaurant
#02-01 Chinatown Point
(Chinatown
MRT Station)

As usual, we’ll split the bill at the end of the evening and it
should be about $30/person.

Attendees :

1. Jeffrey Lim
2. Andrew Koh
3. Fred Heng
4. Lee Seok Cheng
5. Veronica Ong
6. Rosalind Lee
7. Audrey Wong
8. Sue Chan

Date: 14 May 2011 (Saturday)

Meeting Place: Segar LRT (not MRT) Station, Entrance by 4.30pm sharp and walk will start punctually.  Do allow 15-20 mins extra waiting and travelling time on the LRT.

Duration:  about 2 hours

EOs for this walk:  Veronica Wong, Charles Wee and Mary Tan

From Segar LRT station, we head towards Bukit Panjang park connector which links to Zhenghua Park.  This charming rustic park was built between the PUB pipeline reserve and the Bukit Timah Expressway.  It stretches in a long corridor for about 2.5km and nestled right in the middle of the Bukit Panjang housing estate.  Leaving the park, walk continues along Dairy Farm Road.  We then take the nature trail which leads to the Singapore Quarry, a transformed wetland with  steep cliffs, peaceful quarry lake and inhabitants of nature…….birds, fishes and many more.

Bring drinking water, an umbrella (for rain or sun), mosquito repellent, camera, cap and wear comfortable walking shoes with covered toes as we may walk the dirt trail if weather permits.

Walk ends back at Car Park A and take Bus No 178 at nearby bus stop to Bukit Batok Central.   For those who wish to, can adjourn for dinner at the Koufu Food Court or other eateries in West Mall. 

Other Walk Team members:  ChristinaCL Chan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low, Conrad Tang and Andrew Thio.

Walkies interested to go for this walk,  register HERE!

1. Gabriella Chua
2. June Koh
3. Grace Ng
4. Hew Lee
5. Alice Seah
6. Evelyn Ong
7. Maureen Lee
8. Lydia Chin
9. Lydia’s friend
10. Lee King Seng
11. Ng Lai Hock
12. Daisy Phuah
13. Lydia Soh
14. Tim Liu
15. Irene Poh
16. Peng Peng

Photos by Charles Wee and King Seng

Date: 09 April 2011 (Saturday)

Getting to Changi Village Bus Interchange :  Buses svc nos. 2, 29, 59, 109.
e.g. from Tanah Merah MRT station, alight and board Bus Svc No. 2;
from Tampines MRT, board Bus Svc No. 29;
Pasir Ris MRT, Bus Svc No. 109.

Assemble, mark attendance:  9:15am at Ground level of Changi Point Ferry Terminal “CPFT” which

overlooks the sea (walking distance from Changi Village Food Centre).

Depart from CPFT :  9.30AM SHARP 
We will walk down to the basement to take a bumboat ride. The ride takes about 10 minutes
at  S$2.50 per person/per trip.  There are no scheduled departure times to and from Ubin,
as bumboats set off only when there are 12 passengers.

Lunch: approx at 1 p.m. at a local Chinese restaurant.  It serves individual zhi char dishes
or ala carte seafood orders.  Seating capacity is limited; we need to book tables for all.   
          
*****Commute by bus, do allow sufficient travel and waiting time.  If any member wish to
leave early for other appointment, appreciate U keep either Eos informed.

Leaders:  ChristinaCL Chan and Serene Low.

Calling all nature lovers and those who want escape from the hustle and bustle of city life
in Singapore:
Come, join us,,,, stroll back to the 60s… leave all cares behind.
Let this island’s natural and rustic charm soothes your soul!                        

Our walk will take us all the way to Chek Jawa; Walking under the swaying coconut palms, lush
greenery, birds, through “country’ roads where the air is fresh.
Chek Jawa one of Singapore’s richest ecosystems!
Apparently, on 9April, in the morning the tide is low, hopefully it is low enough and unveils
the marine life there.

Our walk ends once we are back to Ubin town centre.
Do not leave Ubin without feasting on some seafood which is fresh and prices are reasonable.

When you have rested, feasted and recharged, you may go to explore the nearby Sensory Trail –
a small garden with fruit trees, spices and herbs for cooking, applants used in traditional
medicine and native plants of the mangrove forest.

NOTE
Bring poncho, hat, insect repellent, binocular and camera.  Country roads might be slippery,
shoes or track shoes are strongly recommended.  No slippers/sandals as they are also an
open invitation to insects/mosquitoes.

1.  Walk single file when road is narrow, Always keep to the left side of the road. Do not
     wander off or lag behind, stay with the group!
2.  Bring your own drinking water.  Water from public toilets and wells is not suitable for
     drinking or bathing. As lunch might be late for some, bring snacks but no littering.
3.  Avoid feeding, touching, harassing or capturing any wild animal.
4.  Hornets and wild bees are potentially dangerous when disturbed – stay clear of any nest
     or hive and report its location to the National Parks Board immediately.
5.  Shelters are few and small.  During our trail, toilets are found at Ubin Town and Chek Jawa.
6.  Spray insect repellant esp if mosquitoes loves your blood!

REGISTER HERE, indicate your lunch preference….
Lunch : to facilitate table reservations – indicate if you want to be in
Grp 1 = seafood 
Grp 2 = Individual

Grp #1
1.  ChristinaCL
2.   Serene Low
3.  Yatsing
4.  Daniel Ong
5.  Myra Chia
6.  Judy Lim
7.  Charles Chua 
8.  Lee Ah Nee
9.  Andrew Koh
10. Thomas Lau
11. Feztus
12. June Koh
13. Ronald Lee
14. Steven Chan
15. Janie Leong
16. Dave Tan
17. Maritha Chua
18. Grace Wong/Ng
19. Peng Peng
20. Lawrence Khan
21. Serene Leow
22. Robert Tan
23. Susan Tan
24. Pheng Sok Goh/Chia
25. Maureen Lee

We ask for fine weather: a BBC = Beautiful Breezy Cloudy Saturday, no rain!  Thanks!  

Let the joy of doing a pleasant activity be there always!

Till then…. stay Cool!  Be Cool!       

The Walk Team EOs:  Charles Wee, Veronica Wong, Mary Tan, Jeffrey Lim, Joyce Tan, Serene Low, Conrad

Tang and me, ChristinaCL Chan,,,,,,,signing off.

Photos by Andrew Koh & Thomas Lau