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ON THIS WEEK?! Nature activities and events happening this week 14-20 Nov 05 27 Oct 05 - 17 Jan 06: ‘La Terre Vue du Ciel’- Earth from above The French Embassy and the Singapore Environment Council present the world-renowned photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand’s exhibition ‘La Terre Vue du Ciel’ or ‘Earth from Above’. Held on Orchard Road stretching across Liat Towers, Far East Shopping Centre, Hilton Hotel and Forum Galleria, this is the first of its kind in South East Asia. The exhibition is an aerial portrait of our planet captured in 120 breathtaking photos. More about the exhibition and what it means for Singapore and Singaporeans in Photos tell the story of a fragile planet by Radha Basu The Straits Times 4 Nov 05 and an exhibition visitor's letter to the press. See also the Fuji website 8-19 Nov: Singapore Green Plan Exhibition at the Singapore Science Centre 38 Singaporeans share their views on why we should care about our environment and what they are doing about it. (See more about some of them on Siva's habitatnews). Find out how Singapore is tackling environmental challenges ahead in the latest review of the Singapore Green Plan (SGP) 2012. Check out what you can do for a better lifestyle and a better environment. Contact: mewr_sgp@mewr.gov.sg 14-20 Nov: Singapore Wildlife Galore at the Singapore Zoo Enjoy a fun-filled week in the Zoo as you learn more about our native flora and fauna. Singapore has more animal and plant species than you can ever imagine. Meet a pangolin, find out about the wild flying lemurs and learn how you can help to save our long-tailed macaques. Date: 14-20 Nov 05 Time: 10am - 4pm Cost: Activities free, but Zoo admission charges apply. Contact: Sha at 63608534 or Maggie at 63608535 16 Nov (Wed): Talk on the Straw-headed bulbul on Pulau Ubin Ho Hua Chew of the Nature Society (Singapore) introduces the Straw-headed Bulbul is the most conspicuous and loudest bulbul on Pulau Ubin. The species is doing relatively well on the island. It is also a popular cagebird. Sadly, it has become endangered in many areas of its distribution range and is considered extinct in Thailand and Java where it was once common. It is now globally vulnerable. The talk focuses on its habitat requirements and the possibility of Pulau Ubin as a model protection area for this lively and bubbly species. Time: 7.30pm Venue: Nature Society (Singapore) office at 510 Geylang Road #02-05 The Sunflower. Contact: More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036. 18 Nov (Fri): Pasir Panjang Nursery guided walk and demonstration In celebration of Clean and Green Week: A guided walk to see some of our work processes and to learn about some plants along the way (including herbs & spice, medicinal plants, fruit trees etc). Demonstration on marcotting & grafting. Demonstration on how to produce more plants by plant cuttings & seeds. Plus hands-on for participants (pots, soil and plant material will be provided for participants to do their own planting and they can bring the plant back with them). Registrations by phone are encouraged. Time: 9am, Meet at Office Block of PPN, 100 K Pasir Panjang Road Cost: Guided Walk cum demonstration at 9am is chargeable at $2.50 per pax. The Guided Walk at 10am is free. Contact: Lee Chong Khee 62725323 97696078 18 Nov (Fri): Screening of "Losing Tomorrow" a film by Patrick Rouxel This 40-min award winning film features the beauty of Sumatra as seen through the eyes of our main character - an Orangutan. The second part of the film concentrates on the threats to the forests from deforestation, focusing on the demands of the hard wood trade. Extra 10 min feature of Patrick Rouxel's visit to Sumatra documenting his experience as he shows his films to local communities. Most importantly it will feature the reactions, thoughts and feelings of those who watch the film. Includes Q&A where Patrick will be present to discuss his work. Proceeds go to GAFI. Time: 2–3.30 pm Venue: Raffles Girls’ School (Secondary) KS Chee Theatre Cost: Donation of $2 towards the Great Ape Film Initiative (GAFI) Asia Contact: Ms Tan Beng Chiak at 68387841/ chiak@rgs.edu.sg. 19 Nov (Sat): Guided tour of Pulau Semakau
Together with NEA, RMBR offers a 2-hour guided walk that will take you through the operations of the landfill, the plots of reforested mangroves and the pristine intertidal areas that extremely rich in flora and fauna. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. More details on the Raffles Museum website. Time: 4-7pm Departure point: West Coast Pier Contact: Wang Luan Keng dbswlk@nus.edu.sg  19
Nov (Sat): Fun With Mangrove Mandarin Package at Sungei Buloh Wetland
ReserveStudent guides from Nanyang Girls' High School Green Club trained by mandarin tour guides from the Nature Society (Singapore) will bring you through the mangrove boardwalk. Have fun looking for mangrove treasures with worksheets. Attractive prizes to be won! More details on the Reserve website (pdf file) Time: 8.30-11.30am No. of participants: Limited to 20 children age 8-12 years old (excluding accompanying adults) Contact: Cheryl Chai 96391311 19-27
Nov: School Holiday Special - Free Admission for Students into National
Orchid Garden Students can now enjoy free admission into the National Orchid Garden between Saturday, 19 November and Sunday, 27 November. Please present your valid student pass at the Ticketing Pavilion of National Orchid Garden to gain free admission. Non-students could purchase admission tickets at the following rates: Adults - $ 5.00 Seniors (60 years and above) - $ 1.00 Free admission is also applicable to children, aged 12 years and below. More details on the Singapore Botanic Gardens website Contact: Visitor Services (6471 7361) 19 Nov (Sat): Guided walk at Bukit Batok Nature Park In celebration of Clean and Green Week: See the flora and fauna of the park, including attractions such as the quarry cliff, the reflecting pond, the two lookout points and the World War Two memorial plaque. Registrations by phone are encouraged. More about Bukit Batok Nature Park. Time: 9am Venue: Meet at the Park carpark, Bukit Batok East Ave 2 Contact: Woon Ling Ling 63916733 / 90400028 19 Nov (Sat): Guided walk at Kent Ridge Park In celebration of Clean and Green Week: Discover the flora and fauna of the Canopy Walk and learn more about the history of World War II-Battle for Pasir Panjang. Registrations by phone are encouraged. Time: 9am, Meet at Carpark B Contact: Alvin Lok, Nur Liyana 6391 6708 / 96864175 19 Nov (Sat): Guided walk at Labrador Park In celebration of Clean and Green Week: Discover the Heritage Trail (historical relics and interesting flora and fauna) and Labrador Beach (Singapore's last mainland rocky shore). Registrations by phone are encouraged. Time: 9am, Meet at Carpark B near the coach lot. Contact: Joyce Foo, Ooi Soo Fern 63916710 91881479 or 98479859 19 Nov (Sat): Guided walk at Singapore Botanic Gardens National Orchid Garden In celebration of Clean and Green Week: Experience the unique Cool House, see orchids named after VIPs and see our national flower in bloom. Registrations by phone are encouraged. Time: 9am, 10am, 11am and 4pm, Meet at Visitor Centre 15 mins before tour commences Contact: Visitor Services 6471 7361 19 Nov (Sat): Guided walk at Mount Faber Park In celebration of Clean and Green Week: The park is one of the oldest in Singapore and offers panoramic view of the city and the sea from many vantage points. Interesting trees at Mt Faber Park will be pointed out. Registrations by phone are encouraged. Time: 9am, Meet at entrance of Faber Lodge Contact: Karen Teo 63916704 91592324 19 Nov (Sat): Venus Drive Trail walk for NSS members only Kampung trees continued.. with the Nature Society (Singapore)'s Plant Group. A number of participants came for a walk at the Botanic Gardens in Sep, and braved heavy rains on an Oct afternoon to see fruit trees and other kampung plants. This trip will venture on a trail more heavily used but perhaps under-appreciated for its cultural value. The path to Bukit Kalang Treetop Walk is not long but will pass through pleasant traditional countryside of a kind not accessible to most people nowadays. Come prepared for rain but most of all for kampung fun! The more energetic ones can continue to the NParks-HSBC Treetop Walk or experience the lovely forests lining MacRitchie Trail. Time: 3pm. Met at Venus Dr. carpark, off Upp Thomson Rd (past Thomson Plaza) Contact: More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036.  19
Nov (Sat): Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve free guided walkYou'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: Free Marine Fish Guided Walk at Sungei Buloh introducing you to the fabulous fishes of the Reserve. 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 20 Nov (Sun): Nature Walk at Bukit Batok Nature Park for NSS members only Goh Si Guim introduces this fairly large park consisting of some mature mixed secondary forest and modern park facilities. A former granite quarry lake gives a serene backdrop. Take a leisurely stroll along a network of cobbled stone paths to appreciate the plant and animal life. Do bring some refreshments to enjoy as we rest our legs at the lakeside. Time: 8.30am. Meet at the carpark (junction of Bukit Batok Aves 2 and 6) Contact: More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036.  20
Nov (Sun): Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve free guided walkYou'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 Want MORE events? View all the upcoming events for the next 3 months and beyond... |
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