Henry Park Pelican (Cub) Scout

Bowling for P6 cubs 22nd October 2011 By Akela 17 P6 cubs turned up for the annual post PSLe treat - bowling at Superbowl Jurong. We booked 4 lanes, with one lanes having bumpers. A number of the cubs had not bowled before; it was therefore an experience seeing money going down the drain (gutter) so often! It was a time to rejoice when one of the cubs scored 1 point after having bowled 6 frames. Meanwhile the girls were scoring close to a 100 points during their first game - with the aid of bumpers along the 2 gutters of course. It was quite a different stroy when the bumpers were removed, and the scores then reflected the reality more. Of course we had the occasional (lucky) strikes and spares, which were accompanied by yells and thumps. All good things (or low scores) had to come to an end, we then adjourned to MacDonalds for a super delicious meal! It was a morning well spent indeed.  

Hike from Seletar to Bt Panjang 15th October 2011 By Akela Bright sunshine with only distant clouds greeted 54 cubs as they started on the hike from Seletar Reservoir to Bt Panjang. Akela had mentioned that this was going to be a tougher hike than last year's hike from Peirce Reservoir to the same destination. It was 7 km long with lots of undulating land, fallen tree trunks and other natural obstacles. Under the guidance of Jeep, a friend of Chil, the cubs made steady progress, with each mixed Six taking over as point from time to time. The trail was interesting, full of forest scents and sounds, and most times the cubs couldn't quite make out the sky and sunshine as thick foliage and tree top canopy covered overhead. Eventually they reached the mid-point - a round marked with the Chinese chracter for 'Goat'. A quick rest, and the cubs moved on again. Some distance forward, the cubs reached an open grassland, which was meant to be a helicopter landing area. Due t

Air Rifle Shoot for P6 cubs 8th October 2011 By Akela PSLE's over and the P6 cubs have rejoined scouting! The first post-PSLE activity for the P6s was the Air Rifle Shoot at NTU Range. 12 excited P6 cubs truned up last Saturday - all ready to train their skills at shooting. There were 2 types of weapos - rifle and pistol The pistol was a real challenge; however, Chong Wen was unfazed by the difference, and scored top marks in both pistol and rifle shooting contest - well done Chong Wen - we have a shar shooter in our midst! The morning ended with a celebration aided by - what else - junk food!

Community Service - 1st October 2011 INC Family Day Carnival 2011 Scribe Leader Jeremy Tan The Integration and Naturalization Champion (INC) Family Day Carnival was held at Mt Sinai Plain Playground on 1 Oct 2011 from 3 pm to 6pm. It was organized by the Ulu Pandan CCC Integration and Naturalization Champions. The guest of honour was its adviser Mr Christopher de Souza, MP for the Holland- Bukit Timah GRC. The Carnival was to foster bonding. Bonding amongst family members, residents of the estate including foreigners, permanent residents and new citizens. The Carnival was open to all and required the purchase of a $2  entrance ticket. The $2 ticket was a steal as it entitled one to participate in  the many game stalls  including the popular laser guns shoot out, local delights  such as Satay, Roti Prata, Hot Dog Burger, Char Kway Teow, ice cool Bean Curd drinks and mineral water. The children were not forgotten as there were the bouncy castle,  ice cream, pop corn and candy f