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17 Feb (Fri): "1-year flies in Singapore, can have more lah!"

Patrick Grootaert is a charismatic speaker who has excited audiences in Singapore on and off for many years. Each time he came, he explored the biodiversity here and in the region and finally decided to write a book about the dolichopodids of Southeast Asia.

In the process, Patrick has become an evangelist for the fact that modern Singapore can still serve as an open laboratory. An astounding insect diversity still awaits discovery by scientists and naturalists, nestled in the many ecosystems and niches that pepper the island.

Now he's wondering just how he will publish it all, how there is more out there, and how he will miss the food here!

All are welcome.

More on the Raffles Museum news blog

Time: 2-3pm
Venue: Seminar Room 4, Blk S2, Level 2, Department of Biological Sciences, The National University of Singapore Science Drive 4 map

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18 Feb (Sat): Free "Painting with Pui San" at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve

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. More about Pui San.

Time: Meet 8.30am at the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve ticketing counter (Visitor Centre). Session usually lasts until about 11am.
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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18 Feb (Sat): Free Library Talk: A Trip Back in Time -- The "Original" Singapore and Where to Find It

Dr Shawn Lum, Nature Society (Singapore) explores -- What did Singapore look like when Sir Stamford Raffles first landed on our shores, and is there anything that Raffles would recognise if he was suddenly brought back to Singapore in the 21st century? Part-history, part-natural history, and part-conservation, this talk aims to acquaint you with Singapore's natural habitats and to help you better understand what they are, where they can be found, and what we can do to help conserve them.

Time: 2.30-3.30 pm
Venue: Woodlands Regional Library - Activity Room
Contact: National Library Board

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18 Feb (Sat): Free Library Talk: Marine Fishes of Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve

Looking into the water of Sungei Buloh Besar during high tide, you'll be amazed at the number of different fishes that swims together with the tide. Luminous yellows of the archer and puffer fish simply an awesome sight to behold! Join Mr Rajendran Thangayan from the National Parks Board as he shares his observation on the marine fishes that swims into Sungei Buloh waters. Pick a tip or two on how to identify and differentiate one fish from the other.

Time: 3- 4pm
Venue: Yishun Community Library
Contact: National Library Board

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18 Feb (Sat): Kids Fun with Nature at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve

With the Nature Society (Singapore)'s Education Group. This will be a good time to learn how to spot and recognise wetland birds feeding and roosting on the mudflats. Spot wildflowers and insects. If you're between the ages of 5 and 11, and are curious about the plants and animals of this precious and amazing wetland reserve, join us for an afternoon of fun and discovery. Dress comfortably in lightweight cotton clothing, wear a good pair of walking shoes, and bring a bottle of water.

To register, email Vilma at vdroza@nie.edu.sg

Time: Meet us at 3.30pm at the Visitor Centre.
Cost: $5 (members) and $10 (non-members) per child. Admission to the Reserve additional.
Contact: More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036.

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18 Feb (Sat): Plant Walk at Hindhede Nature Park, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve

Group guides will lead group of visitors around the park while 5 stations with display of plants and plant-derived products will be displayed to enhance the learning experience. This activity is co-organized together with the Green Volunteers from Ngee Ann Poly, which adopted the park in 2004.

Time: 9am-12noon. Meet at Bukit Timah Nature Reserve Visitor Centre
Contact: Genevie Chua Yen Kheng 6554 5127 or Genevie_Chua@nparks.gov.sg

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18 Feb (Sat): National Orchid Garden Tour free guided walk

Explore the beauty and diversity of orchids at the Singapore Botanic Gardens with volunteer guides in this one-hour tour. Please register 15 minutes before the tour. Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis at the Visitor Centre. more

Time: 9am, 10am, 11am and 4pm. Register 15 mins beforehand at Visitor Centre
Contact: Visitor Services (6471 7361)
Admission fees to the National Orchid Garden applies. Adults - $5; Students - $1; Senior Citizens (Above 60 years) - $1; Children (Below 12 years) free.

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18 Feb (Sat): Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve free guided walk

You'll see the fabulous plants and animals of the mangroves and freshwater wetlands. Besides the abundant bird life, there is also other fascinating wildlife in the Reserve. more

9am: Marine Fish Tour, a 30-minute tour introducing the fascinating fishes of Buloh.

Time: 9am, 10am, 3pm, 4pm, for walk in guests, register at the Visitor Centre. Those coming with large groups are advised to pre-register.
Tour duration: one to one and a half hours. Easy trails, some suitable for young children.
Entry charges: $1 per adult, 50cents per child/student/senior citizen.
Contact: sbwr@pacific.net.sg or call 6794 1401

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19 Feb (Sun): Walk from Dairy Farm to Mandai Track 15
Open only to NSS members

With The Nature Ramblers led by Rehan Yusof. This 12-km four-hour walk will start MOE Dairy Farm Adventure Centre (near junction of Dairy Farm & Upper Bt Timah Rds). Follow Johor Pipeline Trail northwards, cross BKE along Chestnut Dr., continue on western side of the Central Catchment to Mandai Track 15 and end at Mandai Lake Road. Route traverses undulating terrain. We will picnic at an idyllic spot at Seletar Reservoir. Bring lunch packs or snacks. Good chance of seeing interesting birds along the way. Max no. 20 pax. Walk is moderately difficult. Suitable for adults and children above 15 yrs.

Registration compulsory. Email Ms Tang Peck Chan swissotelus @yahoo.com Send APF to Blk 741 #11-526 Yishun Ave 5 S760741.

Time: Start 7.30am from MOE Dairy Farm Adventure Centre (near junction of Dairy Farm & Upper Bt Timah Rds)
Contact: More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036.

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19 Feb (Sun): Birdwatching at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
Open only to NSS members

This is one of our perennial favourite haunts. Kenneth Kee is a great guide to show you the diversity of birds here.

Time: Meet at 7.30am at ticket counter of Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve off Neo Tiew Crescent
Contact: More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036.

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19 Feb (Sun): Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve free guided walk

You'll see the fabulous plants and animals of the mangroves and freshwater wetlands. Besides the abundant bird life, there is also other fascinating wildlife in the Reserve. more

Time: 9am, 10am subject to availability of volunteer guides; for walk in guests, register at the Visitor Centre. Those coming with large groups are advised to pre-register.
Tour duration: one to one and a half hours. Easy trails, some suitable for young children.
Entry charges: $1 per adult, 50cents per child/student/senior citizen.
Contact: sbwr@pacific.net.sg or call 6794 1401

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