Henry Park Pelican (Cub) Scout

By Deputy Senior Sixer Michael Ng  Today was a day of new experiences at scouts. When we all arrived at school, we got into our new horseshoe formation. Ikki told us this formation, which looks like an eyeball with the flagpole in the middle and the cub scouts forming an oval around it, would be our new standard. We then began with our colour party ceremony.  After the ceremony, Hathi gave us 15 minutes for six corner. We stayed in our respective sixes for this activity, as instructed by Ikki.  Once we finished six corner, we gathered into a single file and were split into three groups for our orienteering lesson. One group consisted of the new cubs, another was for the second-year scouts, and the final group was for the remaining scouts. I am in the third group. We were happy to find out that DragonHeart was our teacher for the lesson.  When we reached the classroom, we sat in groups, and an alumni gave each group a world map. DragonHeart then began teaching...

By Senior Sixer Ryan Lee  I arrived at school early today to help with the flag pole, ready for the handover ceremony. This event is a significant moment for our scout unit, as it marks the Primary 6 students stepping down to prepare for their PSLE and new leadership roles being appointed. I was buzzing with excitement, eager to find out what new appointment I would receive and which six I would be leading.  I got there just in time to help with the flag and flagpole. My friends and I worked together to carry them out for the flag-raising ceremony. Afterward, we did some foot drill, learning new commands. It was tiring but a lot of fun. We then played some fun games that required quick reactions, led by Grey Wolf.  The highlight of the day was the handover ceremony. I was absolutely elated when I was appointed as the new Senior Sixer. It is a great honor, and I know I have to step up and lead the pack.  To honor the outgoing P6 scouts, each six formed a firem...

By Deputy Senior Sixer Ang Yi Chen  On 17 May, I had one last wonderful opportunity to participate in The Amazing SG60 Trail 2025. The event was nothing short of spectacular – filled with energy, laughter, adventure and a great sense of unity!  As the Deputy Senior Sixer, I was proud to be placed in Platypus. I arrived bright and early at 7.30 AM, buzzing with anticipation. The day began with a lively briefing by our enthusiastic and cheerful Ikki, who unveiled the theme for this year: The Amazing SG60 Trail 2025! The announcement set the mood and spirits were high as we received our limited-edition cotton T-shirts – a fun and thoughtful keepsake with clues on it.  We were joined by 80 guest scouts from three different northern schools: Waterway Primary, Horizon Primary and Springdale Primary. It was great meeting new friends who shared the same adventurous spirit! Our Six, Platypus, was split into two groups – one headed east and the other west. I was in Group One,...

By Senior Sixer Zac Loh This year’s Amazing Race was one of the most thrilling experiences I’ve had, especially because it was my first time participating in Possum. I felt a strong sense of responsibility not to let the other six members of my team down, which made the challenge even more meaningful. Unlike previous years, this time we were split into two separate groups, which added a new layer of strategy and coordination to the race. The main objective was to identify the nearest MRT stations to some of Singapore’s oldest and most iconic locations, travel there using public transport, and create a compelling video documenting our journey. What I loved most was the spirit of teamwork and the adrenaline rush of racing against the clock. Each stop brought us to a place rich in culture and history—like traditional markets, colonial-era buildings, and timeworn alleyways—where we had to complete tasks or solve clues. One unexpected challenge came from a misunderstanding. An alumni mi...

By Kookaburra Sixer Bai Letian Today was one of the most exciting and enriching days of my life. We set off on an adventure planned by our leaders. It was a day meant for bonding, learning, and challenging ourselves in new ways. None of us quite expected how much we would discover—not just about the world, but about ourselves.  Our day began bright and early at an outdoor rock climbing venue. As we approached the towering climbing walls, a mix of excitement and nervousness bubbled inside me. Some walls stretched higher than the roof of a three-story building! Our instructor, a cheerful woman, taught us the basics of climbing—how to fasten our harnesses, tie safety knots, and the commands.  I remember standing at the base of the beginner wall, staring upwards and feeling a lump form in my throat. What if I slipped? What if I couldn’t make it to the top? However, I was confident and took a deep breath and began to climb. With every movement bringing me closer to my goal, I f...

By Koala Sixer Ng Kye  This week at scouts was a great blend of practical skills and creative teamwork. After our colour party, we lined up and were split into our sixes for a first-aid session. The main activity for this session was learning how to tie a head bandage and an arm sling using our scarves. The sixers were in charge of teaching the juniors since they all have their First Aid Badge and are proficient in the skills. They were able to pass on their knowledge to the rest of their six. Afterwards, two members from each six were chosen to demonstrate what they had learned to the leaders. It was a good challenge, but due to time constraints, not everyone was able to perform the bandages perfectly. Still, it was a great learning experience!  The second part of the meeting focused on an activity for International Friendship Day. Each six was tasked with creating two posters featuring a different ASEAN country. This was a chance for the assistant sixers to step up and...

By Kangaroo Sixer Jeremy Liu Today was a great day at Scout. We began with a colour party ceremony before our main scout meeting. The first activity was knotting. Our Scout leaders split us into three groups: first-year, second-year, and third-year scouts. The first-year scouts learned simple knots, while the second-year scouts practiced lashing techniques. The third-year scouts tackled a more advanced project, building a structure using square lashing with wooden poles. After knotting, we went to the PAL room for a briefing on our upcoming Amazing Trail event. Before the main briefing, our venture scout, Farren, gave an excellent presentation on Crime Prevention. He taught us about various types of crimes, such as property crime, and shared tips on how to stay safe. Farren's presentation was both informative and interesting. Once that was finished, the leaders briefed us on the Amazing Trail, explaining exactly what the event would involve and what we needed to do. After t...

  By Deputy Senior Sixer Zeqi Today, we are having a craft session. When we first came to school, we got into horseshoe and conducted colour party. After that, we collected our DJC activity sheets. Soon, Ikki split us into groups for foot drill. The recruits were led by an alumni and a leader. The remaining pack was split into two, each taken by two alumnus. Foot drill teaches us about discipline and focus. It also trains our teamwork. After the foot drill, it was time for the highlight of the day— our upcycling project. We were to make a rain gauge and a wind vane using plastic bottles we had brought. Kaa briefed us on the procedures of making them before the pack was split into six corners to finish the crafting activity. We enjoyed every second of it. We laughed together as we made our rain gage and wind vane. In the blink of an eye, we were done! We decorated the crafts with our markers to make it unique to us. In the middle of the activity, some of the primary six scouts who w...

By Emu Sixer Zhe Yuan I arrived at school and was immediately greeted by my fellow cubs. I noticed they were discussing their yellow booklets and asking me questions about how to complete the requirements. I gave them a goal to work towards so they could earn their progress badges. Soon, the scout meeting was about to begin, and we gathered in a horseshoe formation. I saw that many of my cubs had poorly folded scarves, so, as a good role model, I stepped in to help and showed them how to fold their scarves properly. After the horseshoe, we gathered into Indian file to take attendance and then moved into our Six Corner. There, I had to teach my Six how to label their belongings, fold their scarves, and tie a thumb knot. After that, Hathi formed our groups for the Diamond Jubilee Challenge badge for Q1 2025. This year, we are focusing on Civics and Citizenship. Hathi engaged the cubs using technology, and in our groups, we used an iPad and the Nearpod app to play games that helped us lea...

By Echidna Sixer Theodore Pillay Our meeting was earlier than usual. We gathered bright and early at 8 a.m. and began boarding the bus. We were heading to the Rail Corridor entrance at Jalan Kilang for our first hike of the year! It was the new recruits' first hike, and I could sense their excitement as we set off. We were blessed with good weather—while the sun was shining, a refreshing breeze blew every now and then, making the hike pleasant. To keep ourselves entertained, we sang Scout songs and even some pop songs along the way. At one point, we passed through a tunnel covered in graffiti. It was a surprising and interesting sight for many of us. During the hike, we learned that the Green Corridor was part of the former Malayan Railways track, which once connected Malaysia and Singapore. As we walked, we passed many members of the public who were exercising along the route. We tried to brighten their day by greeting them with a cheerful "hello." Before we knew it, we ...

By Bilby Sixer Dmitri Tay It was a very exciting morning. The scout leaders had instructed us to come to school by 7:30 a.m. for the North Area Founder’s Day activities. When I arrived at school, most of the scouts were already there. At 7:40 a.m., we hopped on the bus and set off. When we arrived at the venue, I noticed it was a different location from last year’s event. I still remember last year when we gathered at the stadium to welcome our new Chief Scout. This time, instead of a sports stadium, the event was held between a few HDB blocks. The event began with us reciting the Scout Promise and the Scout Law. After a few words from the guest of honor, the carnival games started. To earn the prize, we had to complete five minigames, and another five to earn the badge. My six had a lot of fun playing games organized by other scout units. There was a variety of activities, such as sorting materials into the correct groups and answering questions about Scouts. There was even a photo bo...

By Bilby Sixer Andre Goh I arrived at Scouts with a smile, excited to sign off on my cyclist and first aid badges. After completing that, I patiently waited for the Senior Sixer to blow the whistle for horseshoe. Once horseshoe was done, we lined up in Indian file to listen to our Scout leader, who shared the plan for the day. First, we submitted our Diamond Jubilee Challenge (DJC) card and money to the Scout Leaders. Then, the leaders handed out the long-awaited proficiency badges, along with our DJC Badge. I was thrilled to add six more badges to my jersey! Next, we were introduced to new members who joined our six, and I was excited to learn more about them. For the meeting that day, the leaders instructed the Sixers to pack a hike bag. The hike bag included items like a poncho, mosquito repellent, a groundsheet, a clipboard, and stationery. Most importantly, we were reminded to bring our water bottles to stay hydrated during the hike. Each Sixer explained the purpose of each item, ...

By Deputy Senior Sixer Ang Yi Chen On the 8th of February, we arrived at school for the Tenderfoot Camp and Sixer Refresher Course. As a Primary Six pupil, I was attending the Sixer Refresher Course Camp. The camp emphasized teamwork, leadership and practical skills, ensuring all participants are well-prepared for their roles in the Pelican Scout Unit. The first task upon arrival was to place our bags in the 1A classroom, which served as our designated storage area for the duration of the camp. Following this, we were given a short briefing on the first aid test. We sat for the written pre-test and none of us passed it. Then, we had a short recap about the essential first aid skills, including how to handle minor injuries, perform CPR and respond to emergency situations before our practical test. During the practical test, we performed arm sling, head bandage, CPR, AED usage, and lots more. Upon passing the practical test, we then sat for the real written test, and all passed it with a...

By Bees Sixer Isaac Li (Echidna Assistant Sixer) It was a sunny morning when I reported to the Kidzone. I saw recruits in their school uniform sitting at their bags, and other Assistant Sixers like me talking. The leaders asked the senior scouts to gather in Indian file at a corner of the Kidzone first, then explained that the P6s would be having their Sixers Refresher Course, and would not be the Sixers for the camp. We were meant to take over their role and be the Sixers instead. We had just finished our briefing, and the recruits were already lining up in their camp sixes. After they were all assigned a six, the Assistant Sixers were assigned to each of the sixes. I was the Sixer of Bees, and Ding Wen and Lucas were helping me as Assistant Sixers. There were 5 sixes in total: Ants, Bees, Chicks, Ducks and Eagles, which eventually became Elephant. I soon got to know the names of my six members well. They were Mika, Navaneet, Anson, Lee Jaek, Anji and Samuel. We then were passed some ...

By Deputy Senior Sixer Zeqi Today, we celebrated Chinese New Year with the elderly residents from AWWA. The day started early, with everyone gathering and lining up in an orderly fashion. Hathi then briefed us on the arts and crafts segment, which was one of the key activities planned for the day. Our task was to guide the elderly in creating a fun dragon craft, a meaningful way to embrace the festive spirit together. Next, Grey Wolf explained the game to the sixers, preparing us to teach both the cubs and the elders. The game involved a box with a hole the size of a ping pong ball. A few ping pong balls were placed inside the box, and four strings attached to the box were each held by one elderly from each group. Their goal was to move the box by tugging on the strings, aiming to drop the balls into the hole. It was a fun, simple challenge that encouraged teamwork and coordination. After the briefings, we headed to the bus bay to invite the elderly to join us. Once everyone was settle...

By Senior Sixer Zac Loh Today’s scout meeting was full of energy and fun! We started the morning with a parade, where everyone marched around together. It was a great way to get the group energized and ready for the day. The first activity was the Ping Pong Ball Race. Each scout had to balance a ping pong ball on a spoon and race to the finish line without dropping it. There was plenty of laughter as some scouts tried to carefully balance their balls while others raced ahead, dropping their ping pong balls along the way. The new scouts fit in quickly and had a great time, diving right into the fun and even cheering each other on. After the race, we took a moment to introduce the new scouts to the group. It was nice to officially welcome them and make sure they felt part of the troop. Next up was creating Chinese New Year decorations. We listened to Kaa as we did the decorations . The decoration came in different sizes , and it was great to see the new scouts contributing their ideas an...