Reflections on our Sec 3 camp

First assembly.

Entering Camp Christine,
 feeling excited for the camp.

     '' One for all, all for one '' is a common phrase in our adventurous sec 3 camp at Camp Christine in Sarimbun. We went through different kinds of emotions throughout the camp as we went through different activites of the camp ; happy, sad, annoyed, frustrated, angry, nervous or even irritated. We, as a class got a chance to go through thick or thin together and bond as a class.


 Although we are from different classes and some of those people are not as familiar as those who were from my class. This camp had indeed changed my class for sure and helped us to work as a team and to stay together with each and every one in Secondary 3 Science "B".Before we left, the camp instructors, Tommy and Aishah had given us a group name which was also known as Baloo which was a bear. Other groups were given other names like Akela and Chil.After the camp, I have to admit that I had learnt several important values throughout the camp. For example: leadership, teamwork, commitment, determination, responsibility, friendship and unity. We got to know each other much better through the many games both physically and mentally.

Formal but nice.

 Some of us even overcome our fear and that really motivated me as a juvenile. We went through many physically challenged games such as the ''ladder of success'' ,''Black Hole'' which required not just physical strength but teamwork to support the man being passed through the hole and "Nature Rumble" which started off with everyone complaining about how dirty it was, but we overcame our fears with one another beside each other.The most frustrating thing in the camp that my group experienced was when our tents were flooded with rainwater. My sleeping bag was soaked with water hence,  the extreme discomfort while sleeping at night.The discomfort was then made worse with the mosquitoes in the area. It was very difficult to feel comfortable even without the flooded tent and the mosquitoes as there were six men sleeping in a single tent!


The First Activity: Space Odyssey.

Space Odyssey

On the first day of the camp, we had the Space Odyssey which was also a very clear reminder of what was called teamwork, despite the difficulties in the activity. We learnt that a team , is only as strong as the weakest man. It was nearly impossible to leave a man back there in the activity. One for all , All for one. The activity made the team think really hard about how the last man was to move himself through the hole. A situation that clearly taught us how the team is only as strong as the weakest man.


Outdoor Cooking.

Outdoor Cooking! :D

Although we were lectured by Camp Instructor Tommy and Aishah for being selfish , to take two or more sausages for ourselves to be eaten as we were extremely hungry. Secondary 3 Science "B" is a class that is forty men strong. That day, there were only 40 sausages that could be used for cooking outdoors. It was just nice for the class. However, the team were so hungry that some of the members in the team took two which meant greed and self-centreness. Baloo then learnt to share amongst themselves as it is important to stay together , in order for a team to be good. It was a great learning experience despite people underestimating Outdoor Cooking's purpose in surviving in the wild. This activity taught us how to be considerate in what we do.


Low Elements

Low Elements

Low Elements was one of the easiest and relaxing activity in the camp. It made us to feel like Tarzan as we could swing from tree to tree.
 Instructor Tommy treated the students as a team getting over a river of piranhas.The problem lies in how the team was going to acquire the rope that was still over the river. In addition, the team had to bring a bucket to the other side, before the last man leaves the his side of the river.
 My Group and I felt that the only reason why this activity seemed easy , was because the experience we had beforehand, allowing us to have greater sense of teamwork, increasing the speed in how fast Baloo could successfully move to the other side of the river.This activity taught me that , if a man falls down in a team, the team should go and get him back up, supporting him.


Day 2: The Gladiators in the Nature Ramble, Rafting away as part of the Trekker's Challenge.

Gladiators.

Day 2 of the camp was awesome.In my opinion, not only did we start to appreciate the skills of being a scout, I think cooperation as a team was inevitable. Without cooperation in the team , in the Gladiator activity, what more think of building a catapult together as team. In the Gladiator Activity, Baloo was divided into three teams. Each team were given twenty water bombs, 3 long wooden poles , 3 short wooden poles and some ropes to set up a catapult. The catapult will then be brought forth to shoot a pyramid of cans. The first team to do so , wins the game. Although my team didn't win, it was a splendid experience for us as we had fun. Although, we missed the target sometimes, as long as we kept trying and as long as we don't repeat our mistakes, the chance of winning the game increases. This concept applies to our mistakes in life too.


Nature Ramble.

Muddy!

 This was the most memorable activity in the entire camp. Everyone participating in the activity came with an open heart ; not knowing what lies ahead of us. We trek into the dense forest, to our upmost astonishment we come to a dead end,Our instructor then asked us to slide down into the mud without any support at all. We were all shocked and wanted to head back to camp but our determination held us on and everyone managed to pass that psychological barrier. Back then, my leg were soaking with dirty mud and soil.

As we continue walking into the river, water level began to increase at the same time experiencing the nature of the forest. To make matter worse, it was raining very heavily, the mud became muddier and muddier. All in all, it was one of my best experiences I had in my life and I would not forget such a wonderful experience.

Little Tommy's Raft

Little Baba's Raft 

After that experience, Baloo all wanted to bathe, but instead, we went rafting, allowing us to wash ourselves. Once again, We started to appreciate the usefulness of tying knots. The raft was easy to construct as our class had alot of scouts. These scouts helped to tie the knots that linked the contact points of the raft that we were making. We were split into two groups. The raft was made, everyone in Baloo was given a chance to get onboard, to wash the dirt from the Nature Ramble. All good things had to come an end, the last event after the activities was the campfire.

Assembly before Campfire.

During the last night of the camp, we totally enjoyed ourselves at the campfire. We had campfire songs and had a lot of fun. We were all very excited and later we had fellowship with our new fellow classmates. We were all looking to wear our long pant the following day.
We made cheers together to boost our moral. I felt reluctant as the camp is coming to the end. We packed our bags and bring our flooded tent down. we bade goodbye to our trainers and boarded the bus back to school. It was indeed an enjoyable and meaningful camp after all! Baloo forever!!

Leadership


SHAO KAI: As a prefect in my class, I learnt how to lead the class and motivate my friends to not give up and give our all. Each of us took initiative and commitment to participate 100 percent in whatever things we do. I managed to influence my group and work together as a class to complete our tasks. My friends and I had a whale of time during the camp. We worked as team during the games. For example; Building the raft which requires a lot of teamwork and effort, the blind man's trail which we need to communicate properly in order to walk safely in darkness. Teamwork meant to me , that trust amongst teammates is important.




CHARLES: I feel that after this camp, my class is much more bonded.Trust amongst each other is crucial if a team were to aim to reach a higher standard.I never knew what was the meaning of "One for all, All for one" until I went through this camp. The camp taught me that a team is only as strong as the weakest man of the team.To me, I think that the most important thing that the camp taught me is that if I was in a team, I would rather suffer alone then suffer with the team.Determination and perseverance is needed in order to keep a team going. That applies to EVERY SINGLE MEMBER of the team.

LEONARD: In this camp, I learnt more about my friends in Secondary 3 Science "B". I had a fun time, in the the mud trail. I learnt about how teamwork was extremely important in a team. This camp was one of the most memorable camp as many funny things happened such as how everyone was rushing to the bathrooms after debrief and supper.Most importantly, I learnt how to keep my teammates cheerful.

EVAN: This camp made things in my life seem so much better. My group and I managed to overcome our fears together through the different activities.This camp has been etched in my mind as many event occurred that were beyond our expectations. Events such as having to put our shoes in mud, cleaning the filthy toilets, having to walk on a rope that was held together by the team.

PARTH: Having been through this camp , I have gone through times without food as I had to give my food to Saurav as there was some technical issues due to the my food restrictions. That taught me to share. This Sec 3 camp can only be experienced once. Memories of it have been good. I got to know more about my new classmates too.





ARIFFIN: The most memorable part of the camp for me , was going home.As my team and I suffered together, I started to miss my family, remembering how they took care of me at home. This camp made me treasure the close relationships with my family. It was really a memorable and sentimental camp for my team and I. Having felt so lonely, my teammates like Leonard have cheered me up in the camp.The bond as a class has strengthened through this camp. I think it is important for teammates to carry on supporting each other, physically and psychologically.

In retrospect, as a team, in order to keep the team going, we had to motivate each other and determination and perseverance is needed to keep the team going. The team is only as strong as the weakest member in it. Trust is of the utmost importance in the team , so as to reach higher standards. If the team was sad, It takes only one man to cheer them up. Showing how important Initiative is , in the team. If one were to carry out a task, the team should help him as it would make things faster. If one were to be afraid of anything, the team should encourage and not discourage. Lastly, if sacrifices had to be done, in order to keep the team going.

BALOO! SEC 3 CAMP GROUP PHOTO.

Done by:
Foo Shao Kai
Charles Lee
Parth Goda
Evan
Leonard Teo
Ariffin

 A little of Baloo's Cheer: 

Cheer Leader: Baloo OI!!!!

Baloo: OII

Cheer Leader: Baloo OI!!!!

Baloo: OII

Cheer Leader: Baloo! Are you ready?

Baloo: Ya mate!