More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Meeting point: Kranji Gate, 11 Neo Tiew Lane 2
Website: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/
9 Jun (Sat): Evening Chorus at Kranji Marshes
Join this free walk for an introduction to the unique nature area and the species which are living in its marsh, woodland and grass habitats.
The walk will also guide participants through the core conservation area, which is not usually opened to the public, as it is ecologically sensitive. Led by NParks volunteers The approximately 3 km guided walk will take visitors on a two-hour journey.
More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Meeting point: Kranji Gate, 11 Neo Tiew Lane 2
Website: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/
More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Meeting point: Kranji Gate, 11 Neo Tiew Lane 2
Website: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/
9 Jun (Sat): Ubin Rustic Reflections Tour
This tour takes approximately 2 hours. It starts at the Assembly Area before proceeding to the former Bin Kiang School site. You will then head over to the Sensory Trail pond to learn about the habitat restoration efforts before making stops at Pulau Ubin’s former headman’s house and Kampung Melayu.
Tour participants will also visit a rubber plantation that once supplied Singapore, and possibly the region, with latex, and learn more about the different plants that played a major role in shaping this country’s culinary delights at the Ubin Fruit Orchard before ending the tour at Teck Seng’s Place – a restored Chinese kampung house.
For all ages, children under the age of 13 to be under parental/guardian guidance.
Limited to 2 groups, each group a maximum of 15 people. More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 9.30 - 11.30am
Venue: Meet at Ubin-HSBC Volunteer Hub, a 10-min walk from Ubin Jetty. More on how to get to Pulau Ubin.
Cost: Guided tours charges: SGD$60.00 / Group (for a maximum of 15 people) Only payment via cheque are allowed until further notice. 4 groups per day allowed, each group can accommodate a maximum of 15 people
Website: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/
For all ages, children under the age of 13 to be under parental/guardian guidance.
Limited to 2 groups, each group a maximum of 15 people. More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 9.30 - 11.30am
Venue: Meet at Ubin-HSBC Volunteer Hub, a 10-min walk from Ubin Jetty. More on how to get to Pulau Ubin.
Cost: Guided tours charges: SGD$60.00 / Group (for a maximum of 15 people) Only payment via cheque are allowed until further notice. 4 groups per day allowed, each group can accommodate a maximum of 15 people
Website: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/
9 Jun (Sat): Kampong Tour at Pulau Ubin
Take a walk with us to experience Ubin's wonderful natural and cultural heritage. The 2.2km trail takes about 2 hours to complete. The tour will start at the Ubin-HSBC Volunteer Hub and take you through the spice trees around Jelutong campsite, Butterfly Hill, Pekan Quarry, Sensory Trail Ponds, Kampong House, Old Bin Kiang School site, Toa Pek Kong Temple and end at the Wayang Stage. You will hear about the use of spices in cooking and the interesting history of the different sites.
Do you know what the Ubin-HSBC Volunteer Hub was in the 1970s? When was the Toa Pek Kong Temple built? If you would like to know, then this is an excellent introduction to the heritage of the island.
For all ages, children under the age of 13 to be under parental/guardian guidance.
Limited to 4 groups, each group a maximum of 15 people. Register on the NParks website.
Time: 9.30 - 11.30am
Venue: Meet at Ubin-HSBC Volunteer Hub, a 10-min walk from Ubin Jetty. More on how to get to Pulau Ubin.
Cost: Guided tours charges: SGD$60.00 / Group (for a maximum of 15 people) Only payment via cheque are allowed until further notice. 4 groups per day allowed, each group can accommodate a maximum of 15 people
Website: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/
For all ages, children under the age of 13 to be under parental/guardian guidance.
Limited to 4 groups, each group a maximum of 15 people. Register on the NParks website.
Time: 9.30 - 11.30am
Venue: Meet at Ubin-HSBC Volunteer Hub, a 10-min walk from Ubin Jetty. More on how to get to Pulau Ubin.
Cost: Guided tours charges: SGD$60.00 / Group (for a maximum of 15 people) Only payment via cheque are allowed until further notice. 4 groups per day allowed, each group can accommodate a maximum of 15 people
Website: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/
9 Jun (Sat): Ecolife Tour at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
This family tour introduces Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park and its biodiversity through the use of interactive exploration themes and activities. Have fun working together to answer worksheets, conduct surveys and photo hunts, among other activities.
More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 9am -11am
Meeting point: Bishan- Ang Mo Kio Park Promenade
Contact: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/
More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 9am -11am
Meeting point: Bishan- Ang Mo Kio Park Promenade
Contact: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/
9 Jun (Sat): Ecolife at Coney Island
Join volunteer guides on this FREE walk to find out more and learn more about the interesting flora and fauna found on the island.
More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 9 - 11am
Venue: Coney Island Park, West Entrance
Website: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/
More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 9 - 11am
Venue: Coney Island Park, West Entrance
Website: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/
9-10 Jun (Sat, Sun): Family Nature Camp
Specially for Pesta Ubin, specially for families, this 2-day-1-night camping experience focuses on family bonding in the wild natural setting of Pulau Ubin!
Enjoy the rustic setting of Ubin Living Lab, while Nature guides from Cicada Tree Eco-Place inspire and enthrall with nature walks on Pulau Ubin in the evening, night and morning.
Suitable for families with children (6 to 12 years).
Registration required. More details and registration here.
Dates: 9 Jun (Sat) to 10 Jun (Sun)
Venue: Ubin Living Lab (map)
Cost: $100 per adult ($80 per adult if bringing own tent) and $80 per child. Cost includes tent, guided nature walks (including a night walk to observe nocturnal wildlife), dinner and a book. Excludes ferry to the island and van transport on the island (which will come to approximately $20 per person).
Registration required. More details and registration here.
Dates: 9 Jun (Sat) to 10 Jun (Sun)
Venue: Ubin Living Lab (map)
Cost: $100 per adult ($80 per adult if bringing own tent) and $80 per child. Cost includes tent, guided nature walks (including a night walk to observe nocturnal wildlife), dinner and a book. Excludes ferry to the island and van transport on the island (which will come to approximately $20 per person).
9 Jun (Sat): What's in my mangroves?
Mangrove forests are living borders of the freshwater and salt water. Out of 73 true mangroves species worldwide, 22 can be found in Sungei Buloh.
Join this free morning walk and get to know the mangrove trees and plants of Sungei Buloh.
Limited to 20 participants. Register on the the NParks website
Time: 9.30am - 11am
Venue: Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve Visitor Centre. Please meet at the Information Counter, Kranji Way entrance
Website: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/
Limited to 20 participants. Register on the the NParks website
Time: 9.30am - 11am
Venue: Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve Visitor Centre. Please meet at the Information Counter, Kranji Way entrance
Website: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/
9 Jun (Sat): Be a Chek Jawa nature guide!
No prior experience is needed. Families welcomed to volunteer as a group. Join this Naked Hermit Crab familiarisation tour in May so you can volunteer with the Chek Jawa Open House in June.
Sign up now online! Registration closes on 25 May (Fri).
More details on the Naked Hermit Crab blog.
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| Volunteers making a difference for Chek Jawa! |
More details on the Naked Hermit Crab blog.
9 Jun (Sat): Bukit Brown-Central Catchment Nature Reserve Ramble
Update received from NSS on 8 Jun: The following activity has been postponed due to the trip leader having a last minute unforeseen circumstance. We apologise for any disappointment and inconvenience caused. Thank you for your kind understanding.
For Nature Society (Singapore) members only
Led by P Pandian and Sutari Supari, come and ramble with us from Bukit Brown to Central Catchment Nature Reserve, Bukit Kallang, Tree-top Walk and ending at Venus Drive. Along the way, we will enjoy the morning bird chorus, cacophonic insect calls, fluttering butterflies, majestic trees and tranquil water bodies.
Not suitable for children below 12 years old.
More details and registration on the NSS website.
Time: 8am
Venue: Meet at Bukit Brown Cemetery’s main gate near Sime Road
Website: http://www.nss.org.sg/
Contact: email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036.
Led by P Pandian and Sutari Supari, come and ramble with us from Bukit Brown to Central Catchment Nature Reserve, Bukit Kallang, Tree-top Walk and ending at Venus Drive. Along the way, we will enjoy the morning bird chorus, cacophonic insect calls, fluttering butterflies, majestic trees and tranquil water bodies.
Not suitable for children below 12 years old.
More details and registration on the NSS website.
Time: 8am
Venue: Meet at Bukit Brown Cemetery’s main gate near Sime Road
Website: http://www.nss.org.sg/
Contact: email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036.
8 Jun (Fri): Nature Keeper Camp for kids
Designed to stimulate the interest of the young and inculcate in them an appreciation of our forests. This one-day Nature Keeper Camp aims to nurture young minds in active protection and conservation of our natural heritage.
Suitable for children 7 - 11 years old (Primary 1 to 5)
Minimum of 12 children, maximum of 40 children.
Parents are to drop off their children and pick them back up after the programme is over.
More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 9am - 5pm
Venue: Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.
Cost: $25 per child. Includes all materials, tea breaks and lunch. Charges subsidized by Mitsubishi Corporation.
Website: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/
Minimum of 12 children, maximum of 40 children.
Parents are to drop off their children and pick them back up after the programme is over.
More details and registration on the NParks website.
Time: 9am - 5pm
Venue: Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.
Cost: $25 per child. Includes all materials, tea breaks and lunch. Charges subsidized by Mitsubishi Corporation.
Website: http://www.nparks.gov.sg/
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