Tenderfoot Camp Day 1 20 Jan 2024

By Echidna Sixer Benjamin Ong

It was a sunny morning and all of the tenderfoots arrived around 8.40 am. It was the first day of the tenderfoot camp. All of the tenderfoot seemed excited about the camp.

Upon arrival, they were divided into four six: Ants, Bees, Chicks, and Ducks, and introduced to their respective Sixers and AS (Assistant Sixers). Following this, a simple flag break ceremony was conducted, led by Donald and Ewan.

After the flag break, they engaged in various games such as broken telephone and drawing transfer, fostering camaraderie and laughter among the groups. Bagheera captivated their attention with the timeless tale of Mowgli, igniting curiosity and sparking lively discussions.

At about 11.15 am, they all took a tea break where the leaders distributed snacks to the tenderfoot. Following this, the tenderfoot all participated in a foot drill where they learned how to do “Baris Sedia”.

They had their first experience of cooking their own food, preparing lunch independently. They went to the bus bay where they use their mass tins and solid fuel to cook their own lunch.

Some commented that it was the best lunch they had ever had.

After lunch, the tenderfoot learnt how to say the scout promise and scout law. They also learnt how to do the scout sign and salute. Dragonheart then taught them campfire songs in preparation for the evening.

As night fell, the entire pack gathered for the campfire, with the tenderfoots' parents joining in. Laughter and song filled the air as everyone enjoyed the warmth of the fire and the company of loved ones.

After bidding farewell to their parents, the tenderfoots prepared for their first overnight stay in school. Setting up their sleeping bags in the Kidzone, they eagerly settled in for the night, filled with anticipation for the adventures yet to come.