In celebration of World Thinking Day (WTD) 2020, GGS is partnering up with the National Parks Board (NParks) to organise a Hike-a-thon, trailing across Singapore; from North to down West. Participants will embark on a 36km experiential journey to discover hidden gems that our island offers. Activities related to WTD theme and the NParks Coast-to-Coast Trail app will be included.
Objective | To build camaraderie amongst participants while challenging them to step out of their comfort zones. |
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Date/Day | TBC |
Time | TBC |
Route | Total Distance : 36km
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Briefing | Friday, 31 January 2020 | Guide House or Video Call (Zoom), 4 pm |
RAMS | RAMS will be provided to participating schools on Friday,31 January 2020 |
Register here to take part in the Hike-a-thon: https://forms.gle/GA8aZFMgCPxAYPzK8
For any inquires, please contact Ms Jasmine Cheong at jasmine@girlguides.org.sg.
For Guide Guiders Guide Guiders are encouraged to participate with your Guides. You will assist in leading and ensuring safety for the participants throughout the trail.
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For Brownie Guiders Please note it is compulsory for Brownie Guiders to accompany your Brownies. You are encouraged to plan and bring your Pack after experience this trail. After the trail, you can plan and bring your Pack as part of your Outdoor programme.
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Leg 1 | Leg 2 |
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TBC Total Distance: 14 km |
TBC Total distance: 22 km |
Gather/Briefing at Punggol Point Park | Gather/Briefing at Guide House |
Flag off by Chief Commissioner, Ms Kim |
Flag off by President, Ms Chang |
Station 1 - Coney Island (1km) |
Station 1 - Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park (2.6km) |
Station 2 - Punggol Waterway Park (2.4km) |
Station 2 - Adam Road (4.6km) Supper Break (1hr): |
Station 3 - Sengkang Floating Wetlands (4.4km) Lunch Break (1hr): |
Station 3 - Hindhede Drive (6.4km) |
*Not heading to Lower Seletar Reservoir Park, Rower’s Bay (2h 50mins, 13.6km) |
Station 4 - Bukit Batok Nature Park (1.85km) |
Station 6 - Luxus Hills Park (3.2km) |
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End: Guide House (3.1km) Reflection |
End: Station 5 - Jurong Lake Gardens (3.7km) Bus to fetch participants at a bus stop on Jurong Town Hall. |
Breakfast |
Please download the packing list here.