TP Eagles Combined Eco-Adventure Trip To Pahang 1-5 Dec 2009

Singapore Scouts New Chief Commissioner, Mr Tan Cheng Kiong

With effect from 1 Nov 2009, Mr Tan Cheng Kiong (above) had been appointed as Chief Commissioner of the Singapore Scout Association by His Excellency, President Of The Republic Of Singapore, S R Nathan.  Mr Tan Cheng Kiong, a lawyer by professsion, had been in Scouting for 35 years.  He held several key appointments such as Deputy Chief Commissioner, International Commissioner and had also sat in the World Scout Committee and APR Committees etc.  

He took over the duties from Mr Nicholas Tang who had completed two full-four years term as CC. 

Bendemeer Eagles Go Cycling @ Pasir Ris Park on Saturday, 7 November 2009

Eleven Cubs led by CSLs Stephanie and Eunice went for a rambling experiences on Saturday, 7 November 2009 at Pasir Ris Park.  A well-deserved retreat for the Cubs after an "eventful H1N1 encounters" when the School imposed stringent measures to cut back CCA activities, resulting in cut-back on the number of outings for the Scouts. The two-years old Cub Scout Unit will begin their quest for more adventurous activities when they resume "full steam" of synergy to organise more such activities in coming months.

Coming end of November, Bendemeer Eagles will shadow Sarimbun Scout Camp when they participate in the Central Area Camp scheduled from 28-30 Nov 2009.

A Tribute To Akela Award 2009 Recipents (This Video Is Shown at the Ceremony)

FTPPS Akela Cubs Begin A New Scouting Journey...ARIF receives MERIT..

FTPPS Eagles scored a victorious Scouting moments when Six Cubs received their Akela Award in style. Witnessed by School Principal, Ms Pearly Ng, together with their proud parents and leaders, the Akela Award Presentation Ceremony was held on Saturday, 24 October 2009 at Scout Association.  Attended by some 300 guests including several School Principals and was graced by outgoing Chief Commissioner, Mr Nicholas Tang.  To the FTPPS recipents, it was a special moment for our only Girl scout, Hien who had been earned the honour being the first Girl Scout in the District to receive the award.  To the rest of the Akela Cubs, it will be their new begiinning to embark their Secondary School educaion and hopefully, to return to FTPPS as Scouts to serve and help out the younger Cubs.  The Akela Cubs' achievements marked a good testimonial for TP Eagles Team for their dedication and committment to continually promote Scouting to the masses.  What a great Scouting year for FTPPS Eagles! Yasaka...Yasaka...Yasaka... 

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TP Eagles Scouts To "Go Green" - "BLOGGING" their Scouting Experiences

From 2010, TP Eagles together with its related-Units will  "go green".  Paperless, hassle-free and easy communication will be new experiences for Scouting.  Log book writing will be phased out and  members are encouraged  to  go "blogging".  Reporting their personal experience on our weekly activities, learning new skills,  making friends, sharing of  ideas and receiving meeting notices etc...will create a platform for more interaction and communication...This is a new Scouting journey as Singapore Scouting celebrates 100 years of Scouting in 2010.. 

As part of this "Blogging" project,  every Cub will be given hands-on experience to create a Blog and learn to appreciate their experiences through group learning and interaction.  Sixers will guide the younger ones to set-up and will ensure that their members make an effort to report their weekly meeting updates or activities.  

   

FTPPS Akela Award Recipents 2009

For the first time in FTPPS, there are SIX Akela Cubs including the first-ever Girl Cub Scout.  The Cubs were nominated by their Cub Scout Leader based on their leadership abilities, scout skills, first-aid, outdoor survival and personal proficiency pursuits. FTPPS Cubs namely, Md Khairee, Nguyen Thanh Hein, Li Naing, Mak Chee Zheng, Ahmad Arif and Brandon Wong,  In addition to the Award, Outstanding Cub will also be graded with Honour or Merit attainment which will be announced during the Award Presentation Ceremony scheduled to be held on Saturday, 24 Oct 2009 at SSA.    

FTPPS Eagle Cubs Clinched Silver Medal at National Cub Scout Challenge 2009

Congratulation! To First Toa Payoh Eagle Cubs for clinching a Silver Medal at the National Cub Scout Challenge held on 15 August 2009 at Hwa Chong Institution.  The Cubs competed several skill stations such as speed knotting, orienteering, gadget-making, campsite model-making, pioneering skills and etc.  More than 600 Cubs from over 20 Units participated.  The overall champion went to defending champion, Gongshang Primary School Cubs who won four Gold Medals..

Our Bendemeer Cubs had gained fruitful experiences from taking part in this event. 

Singapore Scouts Marching Smartly at NDP 2009

More than 100 Scouts participated in the Singapore's 44th National Day Parade 2009, signifying its strong presence as one of the oldest and popularly-known Youth Movement in Singapore.  Singapore Scouts will be celebrating its 100 years of Scouting in 2010.  There are 28 million Scouts in 226 countries/and territories, making Scouting as one of the largest Youth Movement in the World.

GSL ONG SHUN HUA TO MISS SCOUTING ACTIONS FOR SIX MONTHS

Group Scout Leader, ONG SHUN HUA (right) left Singapore last night for a NUS-sponsored six-month study attachment at one of the Universities in Norway. He is expected to return to Singapore in mid January 2010. In his absence, AGSL ENRIC OON will lead the Group.

Do Visit Camp Kawanee 1 Facebook.

TP Eagles Hosted Scouts from Western Australia from 3-10 July 2009

TP Eagles Organised Camp Kawanee 1

July 6 witnessed the closure of Camp Kawanee 1, a project initiated by TP Eagles and supported by the Eagles Connection consisting of 23 Eagles and Soaring Eagles Scout Group. The groups hosted 11 scouts from Western Australia led by Deputy Chief Commissioner WA scouts – Ms Sheridan Bunney and Branch Scout Commissioner – Mr Vern Casey. The scouts were given the opportunity to interact and participate in the many activities organized by all who were involved.

Day 1 Activities included an orienteering exercise organized by 23 Eagles, challenging the scouts to explore the nooks and crannies of Sarimbun Scout Camp in search of various clues that would lead them to the ultimate objective. International night was up next and together with a visiting Thailand air scout troop led by YUK, the scouts enjoyed a night of song, dance and merriment.

Waking up to a bright and sunny Sunday morning, the scouts embarked an a hike at Sungei Buloh Nature Reserve, led by Mr Kumanan and Mr Koh Kar Meng who gave the scouts much insight about the nature of mangrove swamps and its importance. The scouts also had the opportunity to tour an aeroponics farm and learn about the high-tech farming technique. After tasting a home-made brew of lettucino (lettuce juice), the scouts then proceeded back to camp for yet more fun filled activities organized specially for them. Activities in the afternoon were organized by Soaring Eagles and the scouts had a chance to play local traditional games such as Chapteh. The afternoon rain did not dampen the spirits of the scouts as they went all out playing Captain Fruit in the pouring rain, thoroughly enjoying themselves. Following that, the Australian scouts taught us the technique of dot painting and also the recipe for their very own brand of bread – The Damper. It was a night of games and laughter afterwards, as the scouts enjoyed themselves interacting and playing games with each other, while enjoying our Singaporean BBQ delights such as satay, chicken wings and otah.

It was time to bid farewell on monday morning as the scouts gathered to take their final photos and exchange contacts.With a final visit to the Kranji war memorial, the scouts bade a tearful goodbye, marking the end of the camp.

Over the next 4 days, Shun Hua and Desmond played the role of tour guides, bringing Australian scouts to many of our local attractions such as Lau Pa Sat, Sentosa, Chinatown, Singapore river, Newater plant, Changi Chapel musuem and even the Science centre, tasting local delights such as Roti Prata, Satay, Durian, Chicken rice and many more. The departure back to perth on 10 July marked the end of a wonderful and exciting programme.

Toa Payoh Eagles Organised 8th District Sixer Training Course 2009

The 8th Toa Payoh District STC was held on June 6 - 8 2009 at Pulau Ubin. STC 2009 saw the cream of the crop from various schools such as First Toa Payoh Primary, Maris Stella High School, Pei Chun Public and Poi Ching Primary converge on what is one of the most gruelling and tough sixer’s training course to date. The participants were mentally and physically challenged in the 3D2N camp in Pulau Ubin.

The main highlight of the course was the Navigation Exercise (NAVEX) which saw the sixers-to-be hiking in their sixes and engaging in various challenging activities at checkpoints located all around the island. The entire exercise lasted 2D1N during which the participants were expected to cook their own meals as well as build their own shelters to sleep in during the night. Needless to say, the participants were physically and mentally exhausted by the end of the exercise. Other than the exercise, the participants were also taught signaling as well as survival skills through fun-filled activities.

Random interviews with CSLs in particular, Mrs Liew (CSL from Poi Ching Falcons) who was accompanying her six Cubs and the first time they joined our District STC, quoted "This is one of the most difficult, challenging and gruelling course she had ever seen and it was a really a good exposure for her Cubs".

The course concluded with an educational discovery of Chek Jawa afterwhich the sixers bade farewell, gaining important skills over the last 3 days. They would go back to their units armed with these skills, allowing them to better lead their sixes in the future.

TP EAGLES TO HOST CAMP KAWANEE 1 (SINGAPORE) from 3-10 July 2009

TP Eagles earned the honour to host an inaugural visit by Scouts Of Western Australia from 3-10 July 2009.  Eleven Scouts (Youth Leaders) will be led by Deputy Chief Commissioner, WA Scouts - Mrs Sheridan Bunney and Branch Scout Commissioner, Mr Vern Casey.  

Together with brother Scouts from Beatty Beavers Scout Group and Raffles Institution 02 Scout Group, Camp Kawanee 1 (means Friendship in Malay) will be organised to connect the two countries' Scouts to further establish friendship and cultural exhanges.  The 3 day Camp will be held from 4-6 July at Sarimbun Scout Camp.  The highlights of the camp will offer sharing of views on Environmental Care and an opportunity to acquire Scouting knowledge and skills through group learning and living.  The 3 groups will have the opportunity to organise a Campfire for the reunion of Scouts from our previous Perth programmes.  

FTPPS Cubs Attended Gongshang Primary School Seeonee 6 Campfire on Saturday, 30 May.

Fifteen Cubs and Scouts from FTPPS/TP Eagles attended the Gongshang Primary School Seeonee 6 Campfire held on Saturday 30 May at their school located at Tampines Street 42.  The Cubs, together with Gongshang Cubs and Soaring Eagles were entertained with a series of traditional scout songs and games.  Cheers and voices overwhelmed the Cubs who were not dampered with rains before it began the Campfire.  An improvised Campfire was held in the school hall, closely seated around the "fire",  the Cubs felt a great sense of Scoutinghood when they welcomed some 20 new Cubs from Gongshang being invested in this special occasion by the School Principal. Gongshang Primary earned the honour of being the only Cub Scout Unit who is solely operated and managed by the Parents of the Cubs.   

TP Eagles Team Attended the 2nd National Youth Symposium

More than 300 guests attended the Opening at the 2nd National Youth Symposium held from 30-31 May 2009 at Scout HQ.  The event was organised once every five years and this year's event was officially graced by Guest-Of-Honour, Ms Denise Phua who is the MP for Jalan Besar GRC.   The event saw teh various Scout Section putting displays  and photo exhibits of their programmes.  External agencies from NYAA, NParks, Tree-Climbing Society and Spring Singapore supported the event by setting information booths.  The Symposium over two days, will have participants giving feedbacks to the Programme Council to enhance and fine-tune Scouting Youth programmes in the coming years. TP Eagles team namely Desmond, Gim Hong, Benjamin, Sir Kiat and Joshua attended the event. 

FTPPS Cubs Receive Their Disney UP Badges

Twelve (12) Cubs from FTPPS had sucessfully completed a series of Disney-themed UP projects in April 2009 and were awarded with their UP Badge (see enclosed badge).  The Assignments from various Units were put up on display during the 2nd National Youth Symposium held at Scout HQ on 30-31 May 2009.  More than 300 guests attended the event.

TP Eagles Organise AMAZTEERING 2009 at Pulau Ubin

Twenty-five (25) Cub Scouts from First Toa Payoh Eagles and Poi Ching Falcons participated in an inaugural "AMAZTEERING 2009", a new initiative by TP Eagles Team who created Map Reading Exercise with fun Amazing Race ideas.  Divided into 5 Patrols of 5 Cubs each to cover 4km, each Patrol was given a map of Pulau Ubin in MGR.  The map was plotted to include some 30 checkpoints already mounted by the TP Eagles Team a week ago.  Patrols are required to locate the marked checkpoints on map as well as to apply MGR knowledge to locate some points in the shortest time to the Pit Point.   Race Points were given and awarded on successful checkpoints and points were also allowed to be used to reduce the time taken, for the compilation of points.

The winning Patrol from Alpha on Route 1 scored first with all correct checkpoints and the shortest time attained in 1 hour 55 mins.  The rest of the teams took more than two hours to complete.  

Each patrol was guided and supported by one Adult Leader/Parent Volunteer and one Scout.  A total of 8 Adult Leaders and 3 Scouts supported this Amazteering 2009 as part of the preparation for the Combined Eco-Adventure Exploration to Pahang which had been postponed to 1-5 December 2009. What a great day of fun..B_R_A_V_O..Bravo.

TP Eagles Combined Cub Scouts Eco-Adventure Exploration 2009 @ Pahang Malaysia

Forty-four (44) Cubs, Scouts and Leaders from First Toa Payoh Eagles, Pei Chun Eagles and Poi Ching Falcons will participate in the second series of Eco-Adventure Exploration 2009 to Gunung Senyum and Gelanggi at Pahang, Malaysia from 11-15 June 2009.  An experienced team of 7 Adult Leaders and Scouts from TP Eagles (Open) will spearhead this expedition led by Mr Desmond Foo.  Preparations for the trip started in March 2009 with the first selection hike at Southern Ridges on 5 April.  A briefing for parents was conducted on 2 May 2009 at Scout HQ.  The final warm-up training will be an intense hike of 10km with application of map reading skills will be conducted on 23 May 2009 at Pulau Ubin.

Despite uncertainty and concern in relation to the Swine-flu situation, parents had expressed support and understanding for the trip.  As this Exploration is supported by SSA, we are ready to postpone the trip in the event of a travel ban imposed by MOH and MOE.  However, the situation had been seemed to be milder than anticipated as reported by MOH and the Flu Alert Code had since been lowered to Yellow.  

At this point of time, the Exploration Trip will still be ON with added precautionary measures such as strict personal hygiene and daily temperature taking will be enforced for each and everyone during the trip.  Immediate isolation and medical evacuation will be the order of the trip for any participant who may develop fever, flu, have running nose or any potential sign of "not well".  

In addition, the trip will provide each participant - personal issue of a long-sleeve T-shirt, a pair of cotton gloves, handbook that record their daily well-beings and a bottle of anti-bacterial hand-rub lotion.

Participants are advised to obtain the Personal Gear List from their respective Unit Leader for the items to bring for the trip.  

Western Australia Scouts International Commissioner Visit Singapore - 8 May 2009

TP Eagles Adult Leaders namely Tan Gim Hong and Desmond Foo, had the honour to welcome and host Mr Jules Rikkers and his wife, Wayne for a Cruise stop-over in Singapore on Friday, 8 May 2009.  Jules Rikkers is the current International Commissioner of Western Australia Scouts. Celebrating his 55th Birthday, he and his wife were on a 47 Glorious Days Cruise on board Sun Princess.  The cruise started on 2 May from Perth for the journey to 16 ports and Singapore is the second port call.   

Upon their arrival, Jules and his wife visited Singapore Scout Association and met up with Executive Director, DR Effendy.  Thereafter, they went for a "spicy" lunch and tasted the famour "fish-head" curry at Samy's Curry located at Dempsey Road.  A Visit to National Orchid Garden at Botanic Gardens offered a unique experience of our National flower.  Driving through "ERP Orchard Road amused their curiosity of our shopping cultures.  Riding up for 30mins on the World's largest Wheel, The Singapore Flyer offered them a 360 degree view of what Singapore has to offer.  Finally, a visit to the heritage Raffles Hotel, a taste of Singapore's signature drink, The Singapore Sling and a "catch-up" meeting with our RI 02 Scouters namely Hoon Hoon, Lipin and Lit San sized up their 7 hours visit to Singapore.   

2nd National Cub Scout Mind Quiz Competition 2009

Congratulations to our Eagles Cubs from First Toa Payoh who won the Bronze Award (Scoutlore Quest) and Silver (Static Display).   Pei Chun Eagles won the Bronze Award (Scoutlore Quest) and Bendemeer Eagles, won the Bronze Award (Static Display) and a participation for Scoutlore Quest on Saturday, 2 May 2009 at Raffles Institution.  

Some 30 Units participated in the bi-annual event organised by the National Cub Scout Roundtable and 02 Raffles Scout Group.

Special Thanks to our CSLs namely Eunice (BPS), Vicky (BPS), Wiyah (FTPPS) and Benjamin Lim (TPE) for helping our Cubs to attain this memorable and successful achievements.  Cheers and Great Job!

Frank Cooper Sands Award 2008 - Congratulations & Well Done! Eagles !

Toa Payoh District Results

The Frank Cooper Sands Award is given to Cub Scout Packs/Units who have done well in the year.  Packs are assessed on its annual membership, training standard, attainment and completion of training requirements, quality of activities, number of progress and proficiency badges attained and awarded,  participation in District, Area and National events and performances in annual fund raising projects. 

This Award is endorsed by Ministry Of Education, CCAB.  It is equivalent to the Best Unit Award attainable by other Uniformed groups.

1	PEI CHUN PUBLIC SCHOOL  - GOLD
2	FIRST TOA PATOH PRIMARY SCHOOL – GOLD
3	ST. ANDREW'S JUNIOR SCHOOL – GOLD
4	MARIS STELLA HIGH SCHOOL (PRIMARY) – GOLD
5	STAMFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL – SILVER
6	BENDEMEER PRIMARY SCHOOL – BRONZE
7	01 RAFFLES SCOUT GROUP (SECONDARY) – GOLD
8	02 RAFFLES SCOUT GROUP (SECOINDARY) – GOLD
9	MARIS STELLA HIGH SCHOOL (SECONDARY) – GOLD
10	BEATTY SECONDRY SCHOOL – SILVER
11	BALESTIER HILL SECONDARY SCHOOL – BRONZE
12	ST. ANDREW'S STAR SCOUT GROUP – BRONZE
13	01 RAFFLES SCOUT (UPP SECONDARY/JC) – GOLD
14	02 RAFFLES SCOUT UPP SECONDARY/JC) – GOLD
15	ST. ANDREW'S STAR SCOUT GROUP – BRONZE
16	ST. ANDREW'S JUNIOR COLLEGE - BRONZE

Central Akelaboree 2009 - Saturday, 25 April 2009 at Scout HQ

Twenty-Three (23) Adult Leaders from Toa Payoh & Ang Mo Kio District took part in the 3rd Series of what was used to titled as Bonding and Exchange (BE) session held on Saturday, 25 April 2009 at Scout HQ.  This year, the session was renamed "Akelaboree 2009" to signify a Gathering of Leaders.  The session kicked off with the Introduction by ARC Desmond Foo followed by an Address by ACC Lester Lee.  His address connected more to the SSA's 100 years of celebrations in 2010.  The DCs namely William Tan and KC Lai also presented their District past and upcoming events.  KC Lai informed that there was a drop of Job Week's earning in his District probably due to the current global crisis.  The first part of the session ended with a Q & A where leaders can raised issues that bother them.  Mr Alex Choo who is Deputy National Programme Commissioner, also gave a brief outline of the forthcoming NYP Syposium which will be held from 30-31 May 2009.  

Part Two of the session welcomes Guest Speaker, Mr K T Low, the Executive President of Asian Management Development Centre who gave an inspiring and exciting talk titled "The Think Hats Of Decision Making".  The session aroused interactive and fun learning session.

The Akelaboree 2009 ended at 1700hrs with a sumptuous Buffet Dinner where the Leaders get to interact and know each other.

TP Eagles Leaders namely, Ms Eunice Lin (BPS), Ms Vicky (BPS), Ms Wiyah (FTPPS), Mr Tan Gim Hong (TPE), Mr Benjamin Lim (TPE) and Mr Ong Shun Hua (TPE) attended the session. In addition, TP Eagles Scouts namely Aloysious Ng, Linus Ng and Alex Tan helped out in the technical support and preparations for the the session.

Eagle Cubs Having "UP" fun at Disney-themed Meeting

FTPPS Cubs were surprised and amused with their weekly meeting.  Themed as "UP", in relation with upcoming Disney Pixar's movie. Balloon sculpturing and games were conducted to spice up the "UP" effects.  Cubs were asked to think creatively with gadgets that can fly...ideas from paper-plane, parachute, boomerang, rubber-band propeller, paper hot-air balloon etc..At the end of the day, the Cubs enjoyed the meeting mixed with fun, ideas, laughter, tears, fears etc..

Synopsis of Movie (at Theatre from 4 June 2009)

“UP” is a comedic adventure starring a 78-year old retired balloon salesman named Carl Fredricksen, who spent his entire life dreaming of exploring the globe and experiencing life to its fullest. He finally does so when he ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away to the wilds of South America.  However, by some twist of fate, he discovers an overly enthusiastic 8-year old "Wilderness Explorer" (Cub Scout) named Russell, who was stuck on his front porch.  Eventually, the pair go on adventures into a lost world through which Carl’s outlook of life was changed. 

TP Eagles Rover Participated Scouts Of The World Award - Discovery Workshop

TP Eagles Rover Scout, Benjamin Lim participated in the Scouts Of The World Award Discovery Workshop (4th Series) from 10-12 April 2009 at SSA.   

The Scouts of the World Award Discovery Workshop started in 2006, the Singapore base has since successfully completed three Discovery workshops and a Voluntary Service project. Seven Rovers have thus far been awarded, and with that, Singapore became the second country in Asia-Pacific Region to present this international award.

The Scouts of the World Award is an initiative to provide young people with more opportunities to face the challenges of the future as identified by the Millennium Declaration unanimously adopted by the 189 member countries of the United Nations in 2000. It is open to both Scouts and non-Scouts.

SSA in partnership wirh Disney Pixar to promote new movie "UP"

SSA is partnering with Disney Pixar to promote their UPcoming new movie, UP.  The movie opens in cinemas on 4 June 2009 and we are priviledged that the main character, Russell, is a Cub Scout.  We have worked very closely with Disney Pixar to craft a 2-week programme which you can conduct with your Cubs over the course of the next few weeks before May, and upon completion of the second week's programme, you may submit entries to HQ in exchange for a limited edition Singapore Scouts - UP Badge.  Each entry submitted by a registered Cub Scout will be eligible for one badge.  More information will be provided next week.

In the meantime, please find the programme for the first week attached.  Last day to conduct this programme is 18 April 2009.  And the last day to conduct the second week programme (to be sent out next Tuesday) is 25 April 2009.

The theme for the attached programme was chosen specifically in response to Disney Pixar’s interest in partnering the Singapore Scout Association to promote the movie.  The timing and method of carrying out the activities may be adapted to your own pack culture.  Sixers are expected to run two parts of the programme we call “Over To You” in their respective Six, while Akela or Adult Volunteers run the main programme differentiated by level.

Week1:  “UP, UP, AND AWAY!” (flying objects of every kind)

Akela are encouraged to start the programme by introducing the movie with the synopsis or by playing the trailer.

Synopsis of Movie

“UP” is a comedic adventure starring a 78-year old retired balloon salesman named Carl Fredricksen, who spent his entire life dreaming of exploring the globe and experiencing life to its fullest. He finally does so when he ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away to the wilds of South America.  However, by some twist of fate, he discovers an overly enthusiastic 8-year old "Wilderness Explorer" (Cub Scout) named Russell, who was stuck on his front porch.  Eventually, the pair go on adventures into a lost world through which Carl’s outlook of life was changed.

In the introduction by Akela, the Cubs are given a synopsis of the movie or the Trailer (downloadable from http://wdmpi.rd.llnwd.net/Up/TrailerC/English/Up_Int_TlrC_Low.wmv) is played.  The Cubs are then encouraged to look UP for the adventure opening on Thursday 4 June 2009.  He/she then links the theme to balloons (lower primary) and the theory of flight (upper primary).

National Cub Scout Programme Roundtable

Combined Eagles Exploration Hike at Southern Ridges, 4 April 2009

Sixty-five Cubs and fifteen Unit Leaders from Bendemeer Eagles, First Toa Payoh Eagles and Poi Ching Falcons participated in the Combined Exploration Hike from Hort Park to Mount Faber.  Divided into 6 Patrols led by 2 Adult Leaders each, each Patrol was given 10 checkpoints and individual worksheet to cover the 4km route.  

Starting from Hort Park, the Cubs were given worksheets to look for answers relating to Hort Park and Southern Ridges.  After completing their first 3 finds, they were then allowed to began their 4km hike.  Imagine the hive of activities and movements at the Hort Park, Cubs desperately needed to complete their first 3 leads, before embarking the hike.  This was part of the plan to set apart or delay each patrol for the hike route.  Along the way, they combed and look for designated checkpoint which had been planted by the Hike Leader, Mr Tan Gim Hong days before the hike.  

The purpose of dividing the Cubs into Patrols helped us to manage their well beings and minimise "noise-pollutions" in the park.  This was a request from NParks to offer a conducive quiet environment for park users.  During the hike, the Cubs met and greeted members of the Scout Guild as well as our brother scouts from Gongshang Primary School who happened to organise their hike incidently starting from Marang Trail to Hort park.    

The Hike ended at the end of Marang trail. Cubs then gathered for a sing-along session while checking of the checkpoints and collation of points were done by the Organising team.  Three Patrols were awarded and recognised for their good teamwork, general understanding of park, good reading of maps and the the speed and identification of the checkpoints.  The hike is part of two series planned in preparation for the coming Combined Eco-Adventure Trip To Pahang. The next hike will test the Cubs for endurance, fitness and outdoor survival at Pulau Ubin.    

Some 40 Cubs will be selected to embark the 5D4N "gruelling but fun" Exploration to Gunung Senyum and Gellanggi from 11-15 June 2009. 

FTPPS Eagles - Taste Of Archery Fun on 28 March 2009

First Toa Payoh Primary School Eagle Cub Scout Group had earned the honour of developing the first Cub Scout Archery Training Centre. With the support from the School Management, Toa Payoh District and TP Eagles (Open),  Archery Programme for Cub Scouts were launched in 2008.  Some 180 Cubs from 5 Units within the District had went through the programme.  

Today, FTPPS Eagles together with its brother-Units namely Pei Chun Eagles and Bendemeer Eagles earned the exclusive learning of the art of Archery.  The Group boasted 16 sets of Bow and four (4) Target Boards, worth a total of $5,000.  The equipment were contributed by old boys from the TP Eagles Family.  

With the requisition, the TP Eagle Scouts will be able to have regular Archery trainings at their weekly meetings and for the good ones, they will be trained to compete for the coming Pesta Sukan tournaments.   

Combined Job Week Camp from 14-16 March @ FTPPS

Sixty-two (62) Cub Scouts from TP Eagles-led Units namely Bendemeer, First Toa Payoh and Pei Chun participated in the Annual Job Week Camp from 14-16 March at First Toa Payoh Primary School.  A total of 16 Patrols headed by a Scout each, led the Cubs to the designated estates within Toa Payoh New Town.  Each Patrol was given between 4-6 block of flats to work on between 0900hrs to 1600hrs.  A 2-hour reporting by way of sms or phone call had to be made by the SIXER to the HQ Base Camp at FTPPS.  The 24-hour Base Camp (the size of the classroom) was armed with several laptops, projection, charts, mobile phones and drinks for Unit Leaders operating the centre.  A stand-by vehicle was stationed in the school and a roving vehicle was also on the road to be ready for immediate response to our Cubs. 

The 3-day 2 night Camp offered the Cubs an opportunity to interact, share and discuss their Job Week experiences.  After dinner, Unit Leaders were busy collating their respective Units returns and for the Cubs, it will be a good time for them to take stock of their hard-earned learning experiences.  Daily breakfasts and dinners were centrally served for the Cubs.     

TP Eagles Old Boys will be rewarding the Top Earners with Popular Book Vouchers to further encourage and motivate them to work harder for their own enrichment interests in Scouting.

On record, a total of 50 blocks of HDB Flats in Toa Payoh New Town from Lorong 3, 4, 5, 6. 7, 8 and Central had been "covered" by TP Eagles Cubs.  

Toa Payoh Eagles Cub Scouting 2008

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FTPPS Senior Sixer, ARIF meets President at Istana

Senior Sixer, Ahmad Arif from First Toa Payoh Eagles, will remember this memorable visit to Istana on Tuesday, 10 March 2009 to meet his Excellency, President S R Nathan during the Launch of the Job Week 2009.  Seven scouts from different sections under the Central Area are specially selected to do Jobs at the Istana.  CSL Wiyah who accompanied Arif to the event, were equally excited and honoured to meet the President who is also the Chief Scout Of Singapore. 

Keeping In Touch With Our Old Boys

TP Eagles is tracking down old boys of this old photo.  This Sea Scouts Troop led by Desmond who was the Group Scout Leader of then Kingfisher Scout Group (Pei Dao) from 1985 to 1991. This troop supported the "growing up" development of Pei Chun Eagles and many of them are now in their mid-thirties.   Out of the 27 members, we have tracked down and keep in touch with 10 of them through the wonders of Facebook. 

Combined Eagles Investiture Ceremony 2009, Saturday 7 March at First Toa Payoh Primary School

Thirty new recruits were invested into TP-Eagles Scouting Family on Saturday, 7 March 2009 at First Toa Payoh Primary School.  Witnessed by more than 120 other Eagle Cubs and Leaders from Bendemeer, First Toa Payoh and Pei Chun as well as their parents attended the ceremony.  The School Principal of First Toa Payoh Primary School, Miss Pearly Ng was the Guest Of Honour.  In her address, she thanked volunteers of the TP Eagles Scout Group for their continued support and guidance given to the three Units. Mr Christopher Ng, Central Area Community Development Commissioner graced the occasion.  

For the first time, the three Units put up stalls to display photographs of their Unit's activities as well as their collection of scout souvenirs such as scrafs, badges, log-book and othe creative items produced by the Cubs.  Parents had the opportunity to mingle and interact with the teachers and leaders of the 3-Units.  One of the most memorable presence was the return of several Eagles Leader and old boys.   To mention, Mr Tan Gim Hong, a former boy with Pei Chun Eagles whose son had joined the Group this year.  His return as a trained Scout Leader will provide additional support and knowledge to the Group.  

 

FTPPS Eagle Cubs Ready For More Actions

After an intensive 3-week First-Aid Course, FTPPS Eagles are ready to soar new heights after their graduation on 28 Feb 2009.   The Environmental Awareness programme will take centre-stage after their Job Week Camp scheduled from 14-16 Mar.  With the clustering of the 3-Units and the return of several seniors, the Eagles Family will certainly strive for more quality Scouting programmes such as kayaking, archery and environment-related learning activities. 

Girls In Scouting @ FTPPS

Girls In Scouting are beginning to attract greater publicity and interest at First Toa Payoh Primary following its first recruitment in 2007.  International student  named Hien (seated centre) from Vietnam was the first girl to join the all-males troop when she started Singapore education at Primary 3.  Faced with the challenges of rooting into our local cultures and learning our bilingual-speaking environment, she outwitted many of his peers and performed well at school and in Scouting.  She adapted so well, taking up numerous adventure trips and participating in our regular international programmes.  She had travelled to Perth and Japan for international exchanges.  This year, she was appointed as SIXER in her 5-girls patrol, ready for leadership role as she pursues her route to Akela Award.  

First-Aid Course For Cubs - CPR Hands-On Session

FTPPS Cubs completing their 3rd (final) First Aid Proficiency Badge Course on 21 Feb 2009 with hands-on practice on knowledge of cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on the use of a manneuquin.  The Cubs had completed an intensive 10-hours First Aid Course over the past 3 weeks and will take the Badge test on Saturday, 28 Feb 09 conducted by a qualified First Aid Trainer from SJAB.

SCOUTS’ FOUNDER’S DAY 2009

20 FEBRUARY 2009

 

MESSAGE FROM MR NICHOLAS TANG

CHIEF COMMISSIONER

SINGAPORE SCOUT ASSOCIATION

 Dear fellow Scouts,

1          Today marks the 99^th year of Scouting in Singapore.

2          Scouting started in Singapore in 1910 and was introduced by a British, Frank Cooper Sands who came to Singapore to work. Since then, the organisation has grown in strength, with the present membership standing at almost 10,000. Many of our leaders including Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew and Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong were scouts during their school days.

3          Today, you stand among your school mates, proud to be an organisation comprising over 28 million boys and girls in over 216 countries and territories.  As fellow scouts, we are united through our Promise and Law in this worldwide community. The strong foundation that you have built up over the years will have a positive long lasting influence in your life and put you in good stead to face the future well prepared.

4          Notwithstanding the importance of schools in providing academic education, they also serve the important objective in the transmission of values and life-long skills. True to the spirit of Scouting in building a better world., your active and constructive involvement in providing for your school and in a broader context to the less fortunate of community will foster a more caring and cohesive society.

 5          How can you as scouts do your part to make the world a better place? Perhaps you could start by understanding and internalising the Scout Law and Promise. These are not mere words that you memorise in order to pass a test. Rather, they embody deep-seated values which will make you a better person when you live by them.  The Scout Law and Promise have not changed much over the last 100 years and apply to 28 million scouts around the world. 

 6          I would like to take this opportunity to thank the principals, teachers and volunteers for your unstinting support in promoting Scouting as a CCA in your schools.  Your good stewardship of our young will pay high dividends, in more ways than some realise. Let us continue to strive towards our vision of providing ‘Better Scouting for More Young People’ and developing them into self-reliant, supportive, responsible and committed persons.

 7          Finally, on this note, may I wish one and all a Happy Scouts Founder’s Day 2009!

First Aid Training For FTPPS Eagles

FTPPS Eagles started their first of the 3-part series First Aid Training Course on Saturday, 14 Feb 2009.  More than 25 Cubs participated the session with VALs from TP Eagles providing the technical knowledge of first-aid training.   Upon successful completion of the 3 sessions, the Cubs will have to take the Proficiency Badge Test that includes MCQ Paper, demonstrate the use of triangular and roller bandages, explain the I.C.E procedures, basic knowledge on CPR, presentation of personal first-aid kit and perform an emergency preparedness situation as directed by the examiner.  

Scout HQ Administrative Briefing cum Long Service Award 2009

More than 200 Adult Leaders gathered for the Annual Administrative Briefing conducted by Scout HQ on Saturday, 31 Jan 2009.  The event was kicked off with an opening address by Chief Commissioner, Mr Nicholas Tang who he expressed concerns about getting our VALs to become "salesman" to promote Scouting.  He quoted the success stories aboout people who had been part of Scouting in recent newspaper reports and encoraged participants to do more to promote Scouting.  An introduction of key personnels from the Commissioners' Council and HQ staff were done.  The session provided information about the new Annual Registration Exercise on the use of enhanced MSDS online system, the forthcoming events such as the Job Week, Donation Draw, 2010 Centenary Events and Corporate Goverance by Mr Malcolm Tan (a former District Judge).

At the end of the session, there was the Long Service Award presentation to recognise 40 scouters who had contributed much time to Scouting.  Notably from Central Area, Miss Chan Hoon Hoon from RI02 who received her 10 years Long Service Medal.  The event ended with a sumptuous buffet lunch where fellow scouters took had the opportunity to interact and network.

TP Eagles Team was represented by GSL Ong Shun Hua, CSL(FTPPS) Ms Wiyah, ACSL(BPS) Ms Stephanie Ng and RS Benjamin Lim.   

FTPPS Scout Recruitment 2009 - Attracts 28 Wannabes

Twenty-eight (28) young wannabes signed up to join the FTPPS Eagles Family during their annual CCA recruitment drive on Tuesday, 20 Jan 2009 at the school hall.  Backed by an impressive display of camping equipment, tent, archery equipment, past event photographs and slide-shows, the FTPPS Cubs dressed in their badges-infested scout uniform, made their presence felt and promote Scouting agressively by showcasing their marketing skills.  Wow..what an impressive showcase within 2 hours!  Keep up the good work, FTPPS Eagles...

TP Eagles to conduct First Aid Proficiency Badge Course from 14 Feb 2009

TP Eagles will conduct the First Aid Proficiency Badge Course, in accordance with the requirements of Cub Scout Proficiency Badge test and in addition to Red Cross Junior First Aid syllabus.   The 3-session course will begin on 14 Feb (Sat), 21 Feb (Sat) and the exams on 28 Feb (Sat).  Time from 0900hrs to 1200hrs.  The examination day will be presided by a First Aid Trainer certified by SJAB.  Units who are encouraged to send their Cubs who had completed their Bronze Arrow for the course.  The course fee will be $5.00 per head which will cover training notes.  Closing date on 7 Feb 2009.   Please email your name list to Benjamin Lim. Payments will be done on the first day of course in cash.  

FTPPS Eagles to receive Sky-Blue Unit Colour

FTPPS Eagle Cub Scout Pack established on 16 July 2002 under the able leadership of Miss Sawiyah Binte Mohd Sidek and Mrs Goh-Pearly Tan, had been standing tall among the established Units in Singapore.  Under the flagship of TP Eagles, the Unit had enjoyed quality programmes, in particular - its Archery and International Scouting programmes.  The Unit had participated its annual International Exchanges such as 20th World Scout Jamboree in Thailand (2002), Goodwill Exchange (Bangkok 2003), 5th Malacca Jamboree (2004), Taman Negara (2005), 3rd Camporee in Perth Australia (2007) and 4th Goodwill Japan Camporee in 2008.   

The FTPPS Cubs success attributed to the return of old boys who had been groomed over the years to be future leaders of the troop and the strong support given by the school management. 

Bendemeer Eagles to have Orange-based Unit Colour

Newly established Bendemeer Eagles started in 2008 will be part of the Eagles family from 2009. Led by CSLs Eunice Lin and Stephanie Ng, with its current 22 members, the Unit pledged to recruit more members and to participate more enriching activities and to better their annual fund raising efforts. 2008 had been an exciting year for BPS Scouts as they participated numerous activities to familiar and level their footing with other Units. BPS hopes to achieve its first Frank Cooper Sands Award and hopefully its first Akela Scout at the end of 2009.

TP Eagles 2009 Focus - Launch Of Environmental-Related Programmes

On 10 Jan 2009, TP Eagles EXCO conducted its 2009 Work Plan Session together with its key VALs and CSLs from various Eagle Units at Scout HQ. The members reviewed 2008 programmes and were satisfied of the Archery Programme for Cubs and the numerous activities organised by the Group.

As of 2009, Bendmeer Primary will be adopted by the TP Eagles and the Unit will be named as Bendemeer Eagles. The adoption is to synergise its resources and manpower to achieve standardised training and shared its resources and training grounds.

2009 will see the Eagles participating activities relating to the World Scout Environmental Programs, seeking collaboration with Government agencies and Units to increase the awareness of environmental issues around our living conditions at home, school and natures.

TP Eagles Family will consist of TP Eagles Open, Bendemeer Primary Eagles, First Toa Payoh Primary Eagles and Pei Chun Eagles.

TP Eagles Team Supports Chongfu Cubs Perth Trip

TP Eagles VALs namely Desmond & Benjamin, embarked a six day camping programme with Cubs from Chongfu Primary School from 27 Nov to 3 Dec at Perth, Western Australia. The overseas programme, a first for Chongfu Cubs as well as their Brownies and St John, signified a new beginning for the school UGs for more such trips, With the support from our Western Australia Scouts, the programme consisted of outdoor camping in the wild, flying fox in the darkness, confidence courses, tunneling, rock-wall climbing, visit to wildlife park, educational tours to Fremantle Prison and star-glazing at Perth Observatory. It was indeed a fruitful and memorable experiences for the Cubs as well as for the TP Eagles team as we learned and enriched more about Perth for future programmes.

TP Eagle Cubs Participated in the 4th Cubs Camporee in Japan

Nine Cubs and three Leaders from FTPPS & Pei Chun, participated in the 4th Cubs Camporee in Japan from 25 Nov to 6 Dec. Together with other Units, the Singapore Contingent consisted of 120 Cubs and 30 Adult Leaders. The programmes would take them to different parts of Japan where they will embark cultural exchanges with Japanese Cubs and also visit to places of interests such as Universal Studio, Disneyland and etc.. For more details, do visit weblog: http://www.japancamporee.blogspot.com/.

Ex-Pei Chun Cub & HWI Venture Scout - Wong Kang Yan became TP Eagle's 2nd President's Scout.

Ex-Pei Chun Cub Scout, Wong Kang Yan became the 2nd President's Scout Recipent in our 33 years of Eagles Scouting. Kang Yan began his Scouting with the Pei Chun Eagles in 1999 and attained his District Commissioner's Award (Akela) in 2002. He continued his scouting path with Hwa Chong Institution (HWI) from 2003 to 2006 when he achieved his Chief Commissioners' Award. In 2007, Kang Yan won the Scout Association's Most Outstanding Scout Of The Year Award. In July 2008, he was selected to represent Singapore Scouts for the World Scout Youth Forum held in Korea. On 20 November 2008 at the Istana, Kang Yan received the most prestigious President's Scout Award 2008 presented by our President and Chief Scout, His Excellency SR Nathan. Witnessed by his proud parents, aspiring scout leaders and good sponsoring authority, Kang Yan will now stand tall as a honourable member of the Association Of Top/Achiever Scouts (ATAS) in the World Scout/APR community. His achievement further solidified our TP Eagle's belief in providing a good platform for Leadership and quality Scouting programmes as reflected in our motto - "Follower Today, Leader Tomorrow". On behalf of our TP Eagles Scouting family, we congratulate Kang Yan for his great achievement and we were honoured and proud of you ! Cheers to Scouting....

TP Eagles Gathering @ Scout HQ Dinner

The Scouting year 2008 ended with a high note for TP Eagles Team when we rekindled and reflected our contribution and memories with an appreciation dinner on Saturday, 8 November at Scout HQ. This dinner themed as Wild Wild West was organised by the 5 Areas headed by South East. More than 250 volunteers attended the dinner, dressed in cowboy and cowgirl outfits to mingle, interact and most importantly, to have fun. On this note, we congratulate our Units in particular, FTPPS and BPS for a great year of Scouting.

Akela Award & Public Health Badge Presentation Ceremony 2008

Muhd Syukri Bin Rahmat from First Toa Payoh Eagles became the 2nd Malay Cub in the Unit to receive the Akela Award (Merits). Of 88 recipents, only 21 of them will receive the Merit Level based on their leadership, project management and their active participation in District and National events.

To Syukri, congratulation for a job well done! Keep up the Good work!