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...