Secondary 4 High Ropes Challenge (HRC) | 15th February 2014

On a Saturday, the CL squad made our way to Pulau Ubin to brave ourselves for a day full of adventure and obstacle courses. It was an opportunity to be cherished as it was the last time the CL batch would be doing an activity at Camp Resilience. Sigh ): Entering the campsite sure brought back many bittersweet memories of our time during ATC as well as STC.. :')

On the bum-boat!

The Course included modules like the Dangle Duo, Pamper Pole, Flying Fox, Tunneling, Belay School and the Advanced Ropes Course. 

Most of us enjoyed the Advanced Ropes Course, Flying Fox and Pamper Pole. To many, the Pamper Pole was the most challenging and difficult high element. We had to don a full-body harness attached to a belay rope and scale a telephone pole. Upon getting to the top, we were not allowed to hold on to the belay ropes for support but rather, use only our hands and legs to heave ourselves up to the top. Taking that leap of faith, we had to leap for a trapeze hanging in front of us and try our best to hold on to it. Most of us could only catch the trapeze for a second or two, and then our fingers slipped due to our sweaty palms. We were then safely and slowly lowered down to the ground by the instructors. 

It was certainly a thrilling and nerve-wrecking experience, and the Pamper Pole definitely tested our courage and resilience, helping many overcome their fear of heights along the way.

Advanced Ropes Course

Our Kai Zhe Sir with his sunglasses on #swag

From Adam, CL Squad:

"HRC has been truly memorable for me. I got to try out the flying-fox,

something which I had not tried before despite being offered the

opportunity to numerous times. Also, I got to have fun with my

squadmates, which given the situation now we won't be able

to have many such chances anymore. Initially, I didn't feel

like attending HRC, yet looking back at it now, I suppose

I'd have regretted it if I didn't go. It was truly a fun and

memorable experience for me." 

Unfortunately, due to time constrain, not all of us were able to complete the entire course. However, at the end of the day, having conquered most of the high elements and height obstacles gave us a huge sense of achievement and satisfaction. The activities that we had the chance to participate in also gave us a valuable opportunity to overcome our fears and work together as a team. 

More photos will be uploaded soon!

Clara CL

Deputy Head, Publications

CCA Experience & Trial- Training on 24 January 2014

The day started off with our usual Muster Parade. However, that day was surely a memorable one for two Cadet Leaders - S/Sgt (NPCC) Gene Tok Kai Lin and S/Sgt (NPCC) Koo Jian Yang, as they received the Best Unit Cadet Badge (B.U.C). This badge is only awarded to two graduating Cadet Leaders for their outstanding contributions to the Unit over their four years in NPCC.

The Secondary 1s came early again to try out the different activities the CLs had planned for them, allowing them to have fun and get to know more about NPCC at the same time. Activities included Nerf Gun Shooting and a display of drills by a few of the CLs.

And now on to the Secondary 2 Squad. The Secondary 2 Squad practiced their Hentak by doing it on the stairs along the service road so that they would remember not to move away from their original spot.

The Secondary 3 Squad or CLTs had another training as part of their CLTC and learnt about pitching the flagstaff that day.

The Boys' Campcraft team held their training beside the canteen, trying to do better each time in preparation for their upcoming competition.

To conclude the day, we had PT again :) The cadets ran around the lake that day to improve on their stamina.

I hope the cadets enjoyed training and I look forward to the Secondary 1s joining us :D

Brendon CL

Head, Publications