be prepared...

Last weekend was an extremely nostalgic one. I was at Singapore Scouts Association Sarimbun Campsite for an overnight camp, and it brought back tonnes of memories of my 10 years of scouting. The many many nights spent exploring the grounds of the campsite, pitching tents, cooking in the open, and generally having loads and loads of fun. Those were definitely the days.

Anyway, had a pretty good time at this camp, notwithstanding that I didn't know anyone else at the beginning. Our group had a good mix of people from all walks of life - architect, insurance agent, academic, accountant, IT consultant, professional dancer, police instructor, and the list goes on... It was really a refreshing experience, to exchange views with such a diverse group, and to build the camaraderie through the timeless team-building games and ice-breakers.

On the second day, we did a spot of rock-wall climbing, and the muscles put up a massive (and painful) protest the next day. There was also a long slide into the murky pond, where everyone ended up at the end of the activity, trying to scour the bottom of the pond for a pair of spectacles which fell off a group member's face when he hit the water! Poor fella.

On a more serious note, the lectures were enlightening, and the group discussions, both formal and informal, were rather inspiring. There is much to be done, and it's never too soon to begin. All that's left is to squeeze some time and effort out, which will probably prove to be the most difficult part.

Alright, enough rambling. I'll end with some pics. Fare thee well, good 'ol Sarimbun....