Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Term 2, Week 1. Topic: Growth Camp.

This year, the theme for Secondary 3 for the camp is, "Attaining Balance."

Attaining balance in both social awareness and relationship management. Through the camp we learn to appreciate diversity and working together to foster better understanding of one another. And also to develop teamwork and inter-personal skills to find the balance in working effectively to achieve one's goals.

Upon reaching the Dairy Farm Adventure Center, we were brief on the camp regulations. Ice- breaking activities and objectives setting was the next. Right after our lunch, we set off for our Bukit Timah Hike.

Hiking to the Bukit Timah Hill has been indeed an enriching experience. It has tested our bonding and perseverance as a class. Although the path was steep, everyone still manage to help one another to reach the summit.

Went back to the campsite with exhaustion. Dinner came on the right time to replenish our energy. Night hike was a spooky and eerie experience. A group of 10 people are to stand in one line, and walk into the dark area. Everyone was worried, as anything might happen along the way. Despite the fact that we were worried, we manage to complete the hike. The reward for us was the beautiful scenery of the stars shining on us.

On the second day of the camp, I have experience endless fear during the morning. The 'Flying Fox' was an 'unforgettable' and 'memorable' experience. What I can say is somehow I had conquer my fear. Kayaking has made me realized that sea water is really salty. Before kayaking was the team building games, it has tested our brain and put everyone's brain into use.

Campfire was next after dinner. The campfire was an enjoyable one. But it is a pity to say that the campfire didn't last long.

Departed the Dairy Farm Adventure Center on the next day. After reaching the school, Mrs Menon have gave the school a short speech and declared the camp officailly closed!

Lastly! Home Sweet Home!

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