However, a few thousand kilometres away in Singapore, some Rover Scouts were looking for a challenge. They wanted to take part in a trip that would extend their overseas experience, preferably doing something concrete to help a third-world community. One of the Scout Leaders, Jeremy Chan, worked for award-winning A Kitek Tenggara and already had [...]

The following is a copy of the report on SSA’s enormous work in international coastal clean-up in Tampines District which received coverage in Asia Pacific Scouting May/June Issue (Page 10). The APS publication indicated that SSA was recognized for the work in Clean Up the World Report 2009. In the Clean up the World Report [...]

Mr Dennis Goh, aged 91 was honoured with the Centennial Gold Medal by Mr Tan Cheng Kiong, the Chief Commissioner on 10 July 2010. The simple yet dignified award ceremony was held at the comfort of his home at Clementi. A life member of SSA, Mr Goh, best known for his scout name “Dolphin”, has [...]

For the fifth year running, Henry Park Pelican Cub Scout Unit held an Amazing Trail event on Saturday 26th June 2010. Themed the Amazing Eco-Home Trail, this event aims to inculcate a sense of home eco-friendliness in the young cubs, as well as foster team work and family bonding in a uniquely Scouting way. In [...]

The Singapore Youth Festival 2010 Opening Ceremony (SYFOC) held on 3 July was a thumping success. Led by Mr Gavin Pah and ably assisted by Mr. Nicholas Koh and Tan Ka Jun, the SSA contingent marched smartly in the parade. Formed by 45 scouts and ventures from 3 Secondary Schools namely Greenview, East Spring and [...]

We are pleased to inform you that as part of the Singapore Scout Association’s Centenary Celebrations, the National Programme Council will be organising the National Badge Patch Carnival 2010. The National Badge Patch Carnival 2010 scheduled to be held on (Sat) 14 August 2010 at the Scout Headquarters is an event organised for all Scouts [...]

National Youth Council through PA has invited SSA members to the launch of the SHINE Youth Festival 2010! at *SCAPE on 3 July. Should you require more details, please contact Shawn_Wong@pa.gov.sg

PUB has extended an invitation for youth members of SSA to visit PUB’s Water Showcases at some of the Environmental Centres during Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) 2010. The SIWW is a annual global platform for water solutions that brings together policymakers, industry leaders, experts and practitioners together to address challenges, showcase technologies, discover opportunities [...]

We are pleased to inform you that as part of the Singapore Scout Association’s Centenary Celebrations, the National Programme Council will be organising the National Badge Patch Carnival 2010. The National Badge Patch Carnival 2010 scheduled to be held on (Sat) 14 August 2010 at the Scout Headquarters is an event organised for all Scouts [...]

On 3rd July 2010, the first batch of Leaders’ Workshop for the Live Positively – Water Badge was conducted for Cub Scout Leaders from 25 Cub Scout Units. This project is spear-headed by Mr Justin Ng, District Leader (Tampines). The workshop aims to equip Cub Scout Leaders with the resources to run the Water Badge [...]

The 3rd National Rover Council (NRC) is proud to bring to you the National Rover Forum 2010. The forum is a platform for the discussion of ideas for Rovering at the National level. It is intended to bring together Rovers and Leaders from different Crews to discuss the implementation of new programmes and policies and [...]

Project Orion II is all set to take place in Terengganu from 26th June to 10th July 2010. The Ventures and Rovers will, once again, be assisting WWF in their turtle conservation and community service work. Two weeks of adventure and service at: http://projectorion.sg/ or http://projectorion-2010.blogspot.com/

The year’s first batch of Wood Badge Course participants graduated from a gruelling 5-day residental camp at Sarimbun over the last weekened of 2-6 June 2010. Their exploits were documented on camera and photos can be found in the photo gallery. The Singapore Training Team offers three cheers to these leaders and all who aspire [...]

This Unit Leader Training Induction Course for Seniors in Scouting is specially designed for Seniors/Volunteers (50 yrs and above) who are interested to join the Scout Movement. The course will provide participants a better understanding of scouting in Singapore and world-wide. It also seeks to provide them an opportunity for life-long learning and active ageing [...]

I am pleased to inform you that Unit Leader Training Wood Badge Course (1st Intake) is now open for application. The Unit Leader Training Wood Badge Course is a compulsory course for all Adult Leaders. This course facilitates the learning of Adult Leaders in acquiring the knowledge and skills in Unit Leader Leadership, Scout Method [...]

The Induction Course is specially designed for new adult leaders who have just joined the Scout Movement. It will give a clear idea of the principles on which Scouting is based and helps each new leader to see how they can contribute by making the best use of their individual interests and abilities. The course [...]