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ON THIS WEEK?! Nature activities and events happening this week 20-26 OCT 2003 25 Oct (Sat): Free visit to Khatib Bongsu Time: 7.30am at the Dam of the Lower Seletar Reservoir at the end of Yishun Avenue 1 Visit Khatib Bongsu with Ho Hua Chew Meet of the Nature Society (Singapore). This lovely nature area is worth repeat visits. Come out here to enjoy the open spaces and the scenic beauty, and do a spot of birdwatching too. We will be looking at how much the projected development will affect this site as it has not been included into the URA Master Plan. More details at the NSS Conservation Committee website. Contact: contact@nss.org.sg or call 6 741 2036. 25 Oct (Sat): Free guided walk of Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve Time: 9am, 10am, 3pm, 4pm You'll see the fabulous plants and animals of the mangroves and freshwater wetlands. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Usual entry charges apply: $1 per adult, 50cents per child /student/senior citizen. More details Contact: sbwr@pacific.net.sg or call 6794 1401 25 Oct (Sat): Free guided walk of the Sensory Trail, Pulau Ubin Time: 9.30am and 10am Use all your senses to appreciate and learn about fascinating plants. More details Contact: Ubin Information Kiosk 6542-4108 25 Oct (Sat): Guided walk at Pasir Ris Park Mangrove/Spice Garden Time: 10am. Organised by the Green Volunteer Network.Meet 10am at Station Control Pasir Ris MRT station. More details about Pasir Ris Park and about the walk on the GVN website. Contact: info@gvn.com.sg or 6337 6062. 26 Oct (Sun): Heritage Tree Bus Ramble Time: morning to noon. Open only to NSS members and associates Join tree enthusiasts Keith Hillier and Shawn Lum and the Plant Group as we visit some of their favourite Heritage Trees. See some of Singapore’s most treasured citizens, ranging from venerable tembusu and lychee trees, to magnificent figs, angsanas, and much more. We will be ferried by bus, allowing us to see a good deal more than by making the pilgrimage entirely on foot. This trip is limited to 40 persons. The cost is $8/adult and $5/child below 12 years. This morning ramble should end before noon. For more information, email Beng Chiak at chiak99@singnet.com.sg More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036. 26 Oct (Sun): Kids Fun with Nature at a Rocky Shore Time: 3.30pm. Meet at the Labrador Nature Reserve Car Park B at the end of Port Road, off Labrador Villa Road. Place: Labrador Park Nature Reserve "Fun with Nature" brings us to the Labrador Nature Reserve this time! Ever wonder who lives in tidal pools or under the rocks on a beach? Come discover the animals and plants that call this rocky shore home. Bring along a pencil and your nature journa. A nominal fee of $5 (members) or $10 (non-members) per kid will be collected. Pre-registration required. Contact: Vilma vdroza@nie.edu.sg or Luan Keng wanglk@u.washington.edu. 26 Oct (Sun): Free guided walk of Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve Time: 9am, 10am subject to availability of volunteer guides. You'll see the fabulous plants and animals of the mangroves and freshwater wetlands. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Usual entry charges apply: $1 per adult, 50cents per child /student/senior citizen. More details Contact: sbwr@pacific.net.sg or call 6794 1401 26 Oct (Sun): Free "Painting with Pui San" at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve Time: 8.30am-11am. Pui San welcomes artists of all ages or anyone who wants to learn. His objective is to encourage creativity while enjoying nature at the same time. Bring along your favourite drawing or painting supplies. Meet 8.30am at the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve ticketing counter (Visitor Centre). Usual entry charges apply: $1 per adult, 50cents per child /student/senior citizen. Contact: Tham Pui Sam at thampuisan@hotmail.com or the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve at sbwr@pacific.net.sg or call 6794 1401 |
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