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Nature activities and events happening this week 9-15 Apr 07  14
Apr (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 3.30am: Marine Fish Tour, a 30-minute tour introducing the fascinating fishes of Buloh. Time: 9.30 am and 3.30pm 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  14
Apr (Sat): Botanic Gardens Rainforest Trail free guided walkA fabulously easy introduction to a rainforest with tall trees and other mysterious plants! Right in the heart of the city, within minutes of Orchard Road, this is the oldest remnant of rainforest in Singapore! more Time: 9am, 10am, 11am, 4pm; Register 15 minutes before the tour at the Visitor Centre. Tour duration: one hour. Suitable for young children. A special Mandarin version of this tour is at 4pm. Contact: Visitor Services, 64717361 or NPARKS_SBG_Visitor_Services@NPARKS.GOV.SG 15 Apr (Sun): Changi Point Coastal Boardwalk with Shawn Lum and the Plant Group. for NSS members only This walk continues with our boardwalk “theme” to another notable boardwalk at Changi Point. It has been extended since we visited it over two years ago. Conservation and restoration of coastal forests may be the theme for the day, but sunshine, cool coastal breezes and a lazy Sunday stroll are additional highlights of the walk. Time: 9.30am, meet outside Changi Point Ferry Terminal (do not go down to the jetty). Contact: More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036. 15 Apr (Sun): Birdwatching at Semakau with Willie Foo for NSS members only A good time to visit Semakau for migratory birds and migrant surprises. Resident attractions are: Great-billed Heron, Pacific Reef Egret, Malaysian Plover, etc. Possible sighting of rare migrants such as Chinese Egret, Ashy Drongo, etc. Number of persons for trip: 11 or 22 or 33. To book, call Willie at 96751089. Identity card or passport mandatory for boarding. Strictly for members, on a first-come, first-served basis. Children under 12 are not allowed (NEA regulation). Time: 7.30am, meet at the West Coast Ferry Terminal (near Republic of Singapore Yacht Club.) We return to the mainland by 2pm. Free parking at Carpark 2 off the West Coast Highway. Cost: Non-refundable $25 fee payable for boat and administration. Please send your cheque to the NSS office by 23 March with the All Purpose Form. Contact: More details about the Nature Society (Singapore). To join the NSS, email contact@nss.org.sg or call 6741 2036.  15
Apr (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: 9.30 am and 3.30pm 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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