Written by Julian Ng On the 7th of August 2026, Catholic High Scout Group was honoured to be part of the National Day contingent at Catholic High School, joining the school in celebrating Singapore’s 61st Birthday. We are proud to announce that both our Primary School Cub Scouts and Secondary School Scouts were part of the parade. Prior to the actual parade, our Scouts diligently trained every week to perfect their foot drills, paying close attention to their timing, and coordination. Through countless hours of practice and preparation, they worked together to ensure that every movement was carried out with precision and unity. Their hard work and dedication ultimately paid off on the actual day, as they marched with sharpness, confidence, and synchronisation, proudly representing the Catholic High Scout Group and upholding the image and spirit of both our Scout Troop and our nation. Below is a reflection from Jovial Kam, 2026 Scouts contingent commander and Senior Patrol Leader, on this year’s parade: “After weeks of rehearsals and training, seeing our Scouts finally perform on National Day filled me with an immense sense of pride. As we marched and executed our drills with sharpness and precision, I felt that every moment of exhaustion and struggle had truly been worthwhile. Yet, what surprised me most was how quickly the parade passed. After countless hours of preparation, the moment we had been working towards seemed to be over in the blink of an eye. As the saying goes, “台上一分钟，台下十年功”, although our performance lasted only a short while, it represented countless hours of hard work, discipline and perseverance. What made me even prouder was seeing us perform not as individuals, but as one cohesive Scout unit. Every movement had to be synchronised, and watching everyone give their utmost effort made me realise how far we had come together. Looking back, I am grateful for the challenges we faced and the memories we created along the way. I am honoured to have represented Catholic High Scouts in celebrating our nation's 61st birthday, and I will always remember this National Day Parade as the moment when all our hard work finally came to fruition.” Through this experience, the Scouts learned the value of perseverance and strengthened their discipline, while also forging meaningful memories together. We hope that they will continue to carry these values with them and apply them in their everyday lives. Happy Birthday Singapore!

Written by Evan Chow The Official Video for Catholic High Scout Group's 78th Anniversary Video is live, relive the campfire through the stunning drone footage and on-the-ground perspective now! For the optimal experience, please enable audio. Alternatively, view it directly on the YouTube website at: chsscouts.com/78video As we continue to embrace technology, this video was filmed on the inaugural flight of CHSG’s new DJI Lito X1 drone. The drone captures footage from “never-seen-before” angles, helping to immerse you in the fiery atmosphere of our Campfire. Witness our Scouts in action during performances, take in our breathtaking Gateway, and most of all, experience the spirit, energy and brotherhood of CHSG that makes every Campfire unforgettable. Catholic High Scout Group 78th Anniversary Campfire《RADIANCE “焱”》 In loving memory of our GSL, Mr Andrew Chua Sum Leng Edited by: ASL Evan Chow Supported by: SL Lucas Loh Music: Runner by Roman P.

Written by Matthew Lee, Edited by Kang Yihun On the 4th of July, Catholic High Scout Group celebrated its 78th Anniversary Campfire, bringing together Scouts, Ventures, alumni, leaders and distinguished guests in a vibrant celebration of fellowship, tradition and Scout spirit. The evening was made even more memorable by the presence of fellow Scouts from Maris Stella High School, Raffles Institution (RI02), St. Joseph's Institution, St. Andrew's School, Peirce Secondary School, Hwa Chong Institution, Beatty Secondary School and Gan Eng Seng School, reflecting the enduring friendships and strong bonds shared across the Scouting community. Preparations for the campfire began more than a month in advance. Behind the scenes, our Scout troop devoted countless hours to planning the programme, designing the campfire layout, and perfecting the opening drumming performance. At the same time, the pioneering team meticulously experimented with different gateway designs over several sessions before bringing the final structure to life on the 3rd of July. Working late into the night, they transformed ropes, spars and lashings into a striking gateway that stood as a proud symbol of teamwork, resilience and craftsmanship. This year's campfire also carried a deeper layer of meaning, as the troop honoured the memory of our late Group Scout Leader, Mr Andrew Chua. Several of his close friends joined us for the evening to pay their respects, reflecting on his unwavering dedication and the lasting legacy he left in Catholic High Scout Group. His passion for Scouting continues to inspire generations of Scouts to lead with integrity and serve with purpose. With our Scout Troop's determination, the majestic "Gateway to Heaven" bridge was constructed, stretching across the entire grand staircase. As the name suggests, it served as the awe-inspiring gateway and main entrance to our campfire that attendees traversed. As dusk settled, the atmosphere came alive with the arrival of the Guest of Honour, CHS Principal Mdm Yvonne Teo, followed by the spectacular launch of a fireball into the fire pit, igniting the campfire and officially opening the evening's celebrations. Our Scout troop then delivered a powerful drumming performance that mimicked the rhythmic beats of “男儿当自强”, before rallying the audience with spirited troop cheers. The excitement continued with a lively dance performance by Maris Stella Scout Troop, followed by an energetic dance challenge and interactive games that kept the audience engaged throughout the evening. As the night unfolded, every Scout troop came together in an enthusiastic sing-along featuring a selection of contemporary favourites, filling the campsite with laughter, energy and a strong sense of camaraderie. The celebrations concluded with the Scout Hymn, bringing the evening to a meaningful and memorable close. As we look ahead to our 80th Anniversary, the 78th Anniversary Campfire serves as a reminder that the true legacy of our troop lies not only in its history, but in the experiences of every Scout who carries its spirit forward. Here are the reflections of two Scouts on what made this year's campfire a truly memorable occasion: Lucas Foo, Cobra Patrol Leader For this campfire, the most important value I learnt was teamwork. Although it was already heavily emphasised in our normal Scouts sessions, it was usually smaller projects which required less manpower, so I usually try to do most work myself. However, with the scale and importance of this project, I learnt that teamwork is vital to being able to accomplish large projects such as this campfire gateway. Gareth Yang, Wolf Assistant Patrol Leader My most memorable experience was standing near the campfire itself, drumming away to the beat of the song playing in the background. This moment really resonated with me as it marked the conclusion of 1 month of drumming training throughout the school holidays. As I was drumming, I was also reminded of Mr Chua and imagined how he would want to be at this campfire, but unfortunately could not make it. I wanted this to be a conclusion to his incredible journey as well, and allow him to watch our performance with pride, through his family seated there at the campfire.

Written by Elvis Too and Evan Chow Our annual Catholic High School open house took place on the 16th of May 2026, showcasing the best of Catholic High, including our Scout Group’s achievements and rich history. This year’s open house booths were set up in a different manner that included improvised shelters, gadgets, and more. Beyond the custom structures built, we showcased photo collages of the many activities we do in Scouting as well as our unique 78 year heritage in Catholic High as the oldest standing CCA. The showcase also highlights the unique patrol system that lies at the heart of Scouting. Our visitors gained a deeper understanding on how Scouting nurtures confidence, character, and leadership. Some core scouting activities we highlighted included pioneering, orienteering, first aid, and campcraft. Among the showpieces included the miniature of our record 7 storey pioneering tower built in the 1998 National Campcraft and Pioneering Competition; a testament to our commitment to excellence since our founding in 1948. A number of our scouts from our Patrol Leaders’ Council took turns showing our visitors around and answering their many questions about the CCA and the school. Our scouts handled the interactions with professionalism and warmth, sharing their stories of the strong brotherhoods forged and how scouting in Catholic High has helped them grow in leadership, character, and service. Through this CCA showcase, we hope that visitors and parents understand that Scouting is beyond just a CCA, it is where we shape scouts with the right qualities, following through their development into adulthood.

Written by Evan Chow The troop’s 2026 June Camp was planned as an Amazing Race across Singapore in an effort to create a gamified camp. Inspired by the web-series; Jet Lag: The Game, the camp has many intricate rules, systems, and niches. ^ The landing page of the app Part of the gamification efforts of the camp included the introduction of powerups, point systems, transport budgets, and a list of over 85 unique checkpoints across Singapore. Traditionally, game masters would need to manually record, and tabulate scores, while scouts might need to refer to paper references for the list of checkpoints, without a live reference of their progress in the game thus far. These were unnecessary friction points that made the game less enjoyable. Instead, we created an app to track all gameplay in an intuitive, simple, and organised manner. The June Camp App started with a drafting of the basic framework and mechanics using Gemini Canvas Pro, an AI coding tool. This was the troop’s first endeavour into the usage of AI for scouting activities, with AI empowering us to create new & innovative ways to engage Scouts. The app code was then manually edited on Visual Studio Code for greater reliability and functionality, with the help of Codex, another AI tool. It was then hosted with Firebase and Firestore. A subdomain, cp.chsscouts.com (no longer active), was setup too, to give the app a polished feel and easy navigation. The app consisted of 5 tabs; Home, Checkpoints, Store, Backpack, and Rank. Each of these tabs can be individually locked from the Venture’s overwatch account. THE HOME TAB The home tab shows the current multiplier status, total points, live activity feed, and the digital dice and notes feature to enhance gameplay. Scouts are able to view live events in the game through the activity feed, including time-based multiplier events and checkpoint completion events. THE CHECKPOINTS TAB This tab contains all 85 unique checkpoints, their respective point allocations, and their activities. Once the task has been completed and verified, the scouts log their completion by passing the app to the venture attached. This ensures game integrity due to the two-factor authentication (2FA) implemented. This system is also prevalent in the transport cost logging system (see below). THE STORE TAB The store tab contains the full list, price, and details of the powerups available. This includes point multipliers, clues, and transport budget upgrades. The purchase of such powerups automatically deduct from the points wallet. THE BACKPACK TAB Scouts can activate their powerups and log transport costs. Multipliers activated here will automatically apply to the next checkpoint. As each patrol starts with $10 of public transport budgets per person, and an ez-link integration was not feasible, transport fares for each trip are manually logged, with venture approval. THE RANKS TAB This tab provides live standings of every patrol, showing their points status and overall ranks. THE OVERWATCH ACCOUNT The Venture/Gamemaster’s command account allowed for the manual lock, override, and event activation. The account can access a patrol’s full details including notes and active powerups. Throughout the camp, the app quickly became a familiar sight among participants. Whether it was Scouts checking the leaderboard after a challenge, Ventures approving completed tasks, or patrols planning their next move based on available side quests, the platform became an integral part of the camp experience. What began as an experimental idea gradually evolved into a shared tool that connected the various aspects of the programme. Despite being introduced only shortly before camp, patrols were able to navigate the system with minimal guidance, demonstrating the growing digital literacy of today's Scouts. More than just a digital tool, the June Camp App served as an experiment in how technology can be meaningfully integrated into Scouting. By streamlining camp administration and enhancing participant engagement, it allowed both Scouts and Ventures to focus more on the camp experience itself rather than managing spreadsheets and paperwork. As digital solutions become increasingly prevalent in society, initiatives such as these demonstrate how Scouting can continue to evolve while remaining true to its core purpose of developing capable, adaptable, and forward-thinking youths. This represents a significant milestone for the troop and may be among the first publicly documented examples of a Scout troop using generative AI to design, build, and deploy a custom platform that played an operational role in running a large-scale Scout camp. The June Camp App marks one step in this journey, opening up new possibilities for how technology and artificial intelligence can support future programmes within the troop.

Written by Julian Ng, Edited by Cayden Ng Our annual June Camp commenced on 29 June. This year’s June Camp, dubbed “The Amazing Race Across Singapore”, was a unique one where patrols embarked on a hiking expedition across Singapore over the course of two days. Throughout the expedition, Scouts were tested on their ability to navigate unfamiliar terrain, work effectively as a team, and persevere through challenges. Day 1 The camp commenced with an inspection to ensure that all Scouts were properly equipped with the necessary gear and essentials for the expedition ahead. This served as an important opportunity to verify their preparedness and reinforce the importance of accountability and self-sufficiency before embarking on the hike. The expedition began on the afternoon of 29 June, as Scouts set off from Catholic High School to various locations across Singapore to complete checkpoints. Countless checkpoints were scattered throughout the island, from Palawan Beach to Marina Bay Sands and even Changi Airport. Racing against time, patrols sought to complete as many checkpoints as they could while carefully planning their routes and managing their resources. At each checkpoint, Scouts were tasked with different challenges to earn points. Some required confidence and communication skills, others demanded strong navigational abilities, while several called for creativity and filming skills. All data was logged in a purpose-built June Camp App. The final destination for the day was Pasir Ris Park, where the Scouts would settle for the night. Upon arriving at the campsite, patrols promptly constructed their bashas before showering, having supper, and recharge in preparation for the next day’s expedition. Day 2 The next day began with the dismantling of the campsite in the early morning. After packing up and ensuring that the campsite was left clean and orderly, the troop set off together for Downtown East, where Scouts purchased their lunch and hiking snacks before commencing the next leg of their expedition. Day 2 featured a demanding hike from Downtown East back to Catholic High School, with several checkpoints positioned along the route to guide the Scouts. Equipped with only a topographic map and an orienteering kit, the Scouts relied on their navigation skills to chart their course, making this the ultimate test of their orienteering abilities. The journey was physically demanding, but the Scouts demonstrated remarkable resilience and embodied the true spirit of Scouting throughout the expedition. Despite the long distances, challenging terrain, and relentless heat, they pressed on with determination, encouraging one another every step of the way. Along the route, a variety of side quests kept spirits high and added excitement to the journey, making the experience both rewarding and memorable. Due to time constraints, scouts took public transport from Sengkang Grand Mall to ITE. Their final stretch of their hike was from ITE to Catholic High School. Encouragement and support filled the air as the patrols competed against each other to see who could reach Catholic High School the fastest. After reaching back to Catholic High, the patrols had one final task before completing the camp, which was a mini pioneering challenge. Every patrol had to construct a slanted tripod flag tower with their patrol flag at the top. This was another test of their resilience and determination, as they did this after their long hike back from Pasir Ris Park. Throughout the camp, all the patrols have pushed themselves to the limits as they compete against each other. After intense competition, Shark Patrol emerged as the best patrol for June Camp. Congratulations to Shark Patrol! However, let's not forget that every patrol have performed well to overcome these challenges together, strengthening their trust, forging lasting brotherhood, and creating unforgettable memories along the way. Our Scouts also had their takeaways from this camp. Below are some reflections from them: Kieran Ching, Shark Assistant Patrol Leader The most important lesson learnt in this camp is the importance of encouragement. During Day 2 hike, I pushed my sec 1s a lot to try and achieve the fastest hike timing to help us achieve best patrol. Hence, they kept wanting to give up mid-hike as it was too physically tolling for them. This was when I came up with the solution of constantly encouraging and motivating them with various stuff like water breaks and catching the next patrol slightly ahead of us. This constant encouragement allowed us to achieve the second fastest hike back to school, teaching me the importance of encouragement rather than constant scolding. One critical turning point in camp was after our Day 1 amazing race, when we were finishing up, we fell from 1st place to 4th place. This sudden fall in position made our whole patrol very demoralised and upset. But instead of giving up we decided to turn this setback into a motivator to motivate us to work harder to be better for day 2. Therefore, since we knew that if we wanted to achieve best patrol, we knew we had to try our best in Day 2 rather than pondering over Day 1´s setback. I learnt that failure may not always be bad and may even be a blessing in disguise. Dylan Chia, Pigeon Patrol Leader The turning point was when the end goal was changed. At first, our patrol was focused on reaching CHS first because we thought it would give us an edge in terms of points and help us win. However, the objective was later changed to completing another task. Our morale dropped because we had been relying on reaching first. Despite this, we remained optimistic, adapted to the new situation, and focused on the new objective. This taught us to stay flexible and work together even when things do not go as planned. An unexpected challenge was not having a compass during part of the hike. Instead of panicking, we worked together and used estimation to navigate. We paid attention to our surroundings and discussed our route as a patrol. In the end, we managed to find the next checkpoints and continued our journey successfully.

Written by Matthew Yong To kick off the June holidays, our Venture Scouts and a few scout volunteers partnered with Dads@CHS to organise the Moontent camp for our Primary School brothers. The Moontent camp is a 2D1N camp in school for dads and sons to bond through games while learning scouts related skills like outdoor cooking and tent pitching, aiming to create shared memories and experiences between the dads and sons. Bright and early on Day 1, everyone gathered in the school hall for the opening ceremony, which included icebreakers for the sons and dads to get to know each other better. After taking group photos, we headed to the nearby Fairprice at Bishan North, where the dads and sons bought ingredients to cook lunch for themselves. Naturally, lunch came soon after, and despite only being given tommy cookers and solid fuel, the dads were prepared, having brought more than your traditional mess tins to cook. The creativity of the dishes and the cooking techniques was endless, and the dads and sons enjoyed a well-earned meal together. After lunch, they went around school in teams to take part in our different game stations, run by the scout volunteers, such as fill the bucket, and 3 legged catching. These games were carefully designed by our venture scouts to require teamwork and co-ordination, with the aim of facilitating communication and bonding between the campers. Many of the games also included wet elements, and the campers enjoyed clearing the stations together while playfully splashing each other with water. Following this, the dads and sons worked together to pitch their tent in the field, before washing up and having a buffet dinner. The night was still young, as they say. After the buffet dinner, we had a campfire where our campers got to learn campfire songs, take part in challenges and enjoy one another's company. The teams also took turns to present their group cheers which they had created during the icebreaker section. The campfire ended with the school song, which we all sang together as one. The campers had an early start on day 2, unpitching their tents to a beautiful sunrise, and breaking camp after a buffet breakfast. The campers thoroughly enjoyed themselves and had a fulfilling time bonding with each other. Thanks to Dads@CHS as well as our camp staff for this successful camp, and cheers to many more meaningful Moontent camps!

Written by Caleb Ng, Edited by Raphael Tham From the 31st of May to the 2nd of June 2025, our Troop had our annual June Camp take place at West Coast Park. This new venue challenged Scouts to adapt to a different environment and step out of their comfort zone, to become comfortable with being uncomfortable. The camp engaged the scouts in many different activities, from practicing basic drills like Inspection to campsite development and a hike to the Southern waterfront of Singapore, which tested their endurance as a Troop. These helped bring the Scouts closer together not just as their patrols but as a Troop, encouraging one another and succeeding through teamwork. As a Scout, it is also key to have fun while outdoors, hence new activities such as Archery and a Spartan Race which not just engaged our scouts in bonding, but also provided a fresh side to Scouting for the Troop. Despite competing with each other, the patrols were able to know when to work together as a Troop and support other patrols. In recognition of exceptional teamwork and leadership displayed during the camp, these Scouts and this patrol have been commended: Outstanding Secondary 1 Scout: Kieren Ching (Shark) Outstanding Secondary 2 Scout: Jaric Low (Wolf) Outstanding Secondary 3 Scouts: Elvis Too (SPL), Alden Lee (Rhino), Alston Toh (Wolf) Best Patrol: Pigeon Patrol Congratulations to the awardees of June Camp 2025! Below are the reflections of the Patrol Leader of this year’s best patrol as well as best secondary 2 scout for this camp respectively, sharing what the camp was like for them from their perspective. Jalen Liang - Pigeon Patrol Leader: Throughout this camp, we faced ups and downs, but focusing on learning from mistakes rather than dwelling on results allowed us to improve continuously. I'm proud of each of my patrol member's growth over this camp and I'm grateful to have seen everyone push their limits. This experience taught me the importance of adaptability, resilience, and having a growth mindset. Jaric Low - Outstanding Secondary 2 Scout: On 31 May, the Catholic High Scout Troop took a bus to the campsite at West Coast Park. I noticed that the campsite had a lot of potholes and the ground was not as flat as our previous campsite last year at East Coast Park. This was quite a big challenge for my patrol, Wolf, as we were situated on top of a hill and the ground was sloping down. While building the pounders, the yingting’s tension kept loosening and the pounders flaps kept falling down. But we still managed to persevere and managed to tie the tent peg down. During our hike to our dinner place at Harbourfront, everyone was very enthusiastic at first, but as we walked, everyone got tired and started feeling quite demotivated. I tried to motivate them by telling jokes and did my best to keep patrol morale high as everyone encouraged each other. I’m very happy that I managed to handle the journey and that I didn’t fall out. The next morning, we did VOJ. It was quite tiring but fun as it not only trained running; each patrol had to race to the next checkpoint to earn more points. I learnt new first aid tricks like using a sharp thing to flick a bee sting off while also revising my current first aid knowledge. Secondly, we went to do archery and it was quite useful for me and my patrol to learn each other’s weaknesses and strengths as there was a segment to arrange each other for a mini competition. Lastly, we did an easier form of a Spartan race, and it was quite physically exhausting for my patrol mates and me, especially for me. I didn’t really have the stamina for it, but despite that, we all tried our best while encouraging each other to the finish line, clinching 1st in this event. I learnt about perseverance and resilience because without those, I don’t think I would have made it to the finish line. I learnt from this fruitful camp about, firstly, having a sense of urgency. I’m very glad that my patrol has grown so much over this camp as we learnt to move fast but also to stay with each other to the finish and not to give up.

Written by Kang Yi Hun, Edited by Jonas Lok On the 25th of April 2026, our Catholic High Cub Scouts, Scouts, and Ventures participated in the South Area Orienteering Competition, navigating through the verdant terrain of Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park. Outstanding Achievements Our units did the troop proud with their amazing performance, winning impressive awards back for the troop. Of the three Scout teams that competed, all three of them achieved the Gold award, with one of our Gold-winning teams placed at an outstanding Overall 3rd Place finish. Our Ventures unit also secured a Bronze award. We would like to express our gratitude to the organisers for hosting this wonderful event. Congratulations to all our participants for their incredible efforts and for bringing glory to the troop! Be Prepared Needless to say, our success did not come by chance. It was built on dedication and diligent preparation. Our Scouts spent the weeks leading up to the competition sharpening their orienteering skills and improving their physical endurance. The troop even had a mock orienteering test at Bishan Park on 11 April 2026 to familiarise themselves with the competition. Despite the heavy preparation, our Scouts still faced obstacles in the competition, as shown in a reflection by Samuel Seow of Pigeon Patrol: "To prepare for this competition, we ran during patrol days and Saturdays. Besides that, we revised on MGR, bearing and using the compass. During our competition, we paid attention to pace ourselves while searching for the identification numbers. However, some of our checkpoints were far from the path we decided upon, which took up precious time we couldn’t afford. We had to skip certain checkpoints with lower points in order for us to reach back to Pierce Secondary School on time, and thus avoiding the heavy latecoming penalty. In the end, it was the right decision as we managed to clinch a gold for the competition. From this competition, we learnt how to properly manage our time and the importance of weighing our risks in going to the far checkpoints to make rational decisions." While we are proud of our Scouts’ spectacular performance, we can always find ways to improve ourselves. We will continue to work harder and are determined to emerge even stronger next year. Results: Scouts: Gold (Overall 3rd Place) Team 3: Damien Chee, Lim Zhu Jun, Samuel Seow Team 1: David Koh, Kieren Ching, Jeremy Chen Team 2: Nathan Cheung, Jovial Kam, Kyrus Lee Ventures: Bronze Team 1: Cayden Ng, Keian Teh, Kang Yi Hun

7 March 2026 marked a significant milestone for our Level One Scouts: the Investiture ceremony. Following a month of dedicated training and preparation, this event signified the first official step in their Scouting journey as they were finally welcomed into the ranks of the Catholic High Scout Group. To commemorate this momentous occasion, parents of the Level One Scouts gathered to witness their children’s growth and commitment. The Level Two and Three seniors also stood with the Level Ones in the 马蹄 formation, showing their solidarity and support.  As the ceremony commenced, the Level One Scouts were called forward from their respective patrols. Led by their Patrol Leaders who are tasked with the responsibility of mentoring in the coming year, they marched confidently to the front of the 马蹄. There, they placed their left hands on the Troop flag and raised their right hands in the Scout salute to recite the Scout Promise, signifying their lifelong commitment to their duties as Scouts and their responsibility toward their community and country. Following the recitation of the Promise, our newest members stood at attention to be officially invested with their National scarves. These were donned by our Scout Leader, Mr. Fok Chee Wel Ernest, and the Venture Council, formalizing the trust placed upon them to always uphold the Scout Law and the values they had just pledged to defend. After the ceremony, our Level One Scouts celebrated this milestone by taking photos with their parents and new patrols. This Investiture marks the start of a transformative journey in their lives, where they will develop the resilience and skills to become independent leaders under the tutelage of their seniors. Though the path ahead will be challenging, the lessons and friendships gained will be priceless. We wish our newly inducted scouts all the best as they officially begin their Scouting journey!

The evening of 13 March 2026 marked the beginning of this year’s March Camp. Over the next three days and two nights, scouts were immersed in a series of demanding yet meaningful activities designed to challenge the newly formed patrols. Through moments of intensity and perseverance, the scouts pushed on and gave their best, emerging more resilient and closely bonded—both within their patrols and as one troop. This spirit was perfectly captured in the camp theme: 风雨同舟，逆流而上. Day 1 The camp commenced with campsite development, where scouts constructed their patrol gadgets and safari beds. With daylight fading quickly, patrols worked with urgency and teamwork to complete a functional structure. After dinner, scouts were met with a surprise “rain drill”, simulating an evacuation scenario during inclement weather. Quickly packing their rucksacks, they moved swiftly out of the campsite and walked round the track, leaving no one behind. The day concluded with preparation for the hike the next day. Secondary 2 and 3 scouts undertook route planning, while Secondary 1 scouts were guided by the Ventures in proper waterproofing and bag-packing techniques. Day 2 The day began with morning physical training, reinforcing the scouts’ physical standards and mental resilience. After breakfast and inspection preparation, the troop assembled for 升旗 and inspection. The inspection was comprehensive, assessing everything from previously constructed pounders to campsite gadgets, layout, and uniform standards, demanding standardisation under limited time. Following final preparations, the troop set off for their hike at 10 a.m. Secondary 2 and 3 scouts moved in combined patrol groups, while the Secondary 1 scouts hiked as a batch. The Secondary 1 scouts successfully completed their route to MacRitchie Reservoir and back within three hours. In the afternoon, they were introduced to Backwoodsman skills, including fire-lighting and preparing simple camp dishes such as bread twist and orange egg. The day continued with a lashing challenge, where they built and raced chariots, showcasing both technical skill and teamwork. Meanwhile, the Secondary 2 and 3 scouts began their journey with a stop at Bishan North to purchase their pre-planned food supplies. Over the next four hours, they navigated their planned routes using only topographic maps, all while pushing through the heat and fatigue. The importance of having excellent patrol spirit and teamwork became evident as hours passed. Their final challenge was Backwoodsman, where groups had to dig pits, firelight, and prepare food. The satisfaction of enjoying their self-cooked pineapple rice and chicken was a well-earned reward. The day concluded with camp-light. As patrols presented their skits and sang familiar campfire songs together, the fatigue of the day gave way to shared laughter, camaraderie, and lasting memories. Day 3 The final day began with campsite dismantling after breakfast. Despite the additional tasks of including safari beds and the troop gateway—the scouts worked cohesively as a troop, ensuring no patrol was left behind. Following that was an open inspection, with scouts laying out all their clothes and equipment to account for all their items. This was followed by the highly anticipated Inter-Patrol Stove Cooking Competition (IPSCC), where scouts demonstrated creativity, preparation, and culinary skill in producing impressive dishes from given ingredients. The camp concluded with a four-station SRIT. At each station, patrols were pushed to think critically and adapt under pressure — from constructing waterproof shelters to pinpointing checkpoints using torn maps. It was a true test of the teamwork, leadership, and trust developed over the past three days. The camp ended with a debrief and a resounding troop cheer. Though physically tired, the scouts left stronger, more united, and filled with experiences and memories that will definitely stay with them for years to come. “The camp was challenging for both me and my patrol as we had to face many challenges and this was the first camp that the Sec 1 scouts in my patrol were attending with us. However, these challenges allowed us to grow and learn core values such as the importance of working fast, how to work as a team and many other things.” ~ David Koh, Eagle (March Camp 2026 best patrol) Patrol Leader During the camp, my patrol and I faced many challenges such as being short on manpower when facing completing tasks, having to guide the new Sec 1 scouts in Eagle, as well as a few members of my patrol being sick or injured prior to the camp. This forced us to work with a sense of urgency and taught us the importance of working fast. I also had to learn how to allocate tasks to my patrol as an APL. This also taught us perseverance to keep moving forward even if we weren’t in the best state physically. Guiding the Sec 1s allowed me and my patrol members to learn how to step up as a senior and teach them. This taught me to not just focus on my own growth but help others in their growth. The challenges we faced during camp also allowed us to grow and learn new values, skills and gave us many learning opportunities. ~Lim Zhu Jun, Eagle Assistant Patrol Leader

On February 7, 2026, our Troop gathered for our annual Investiture ceremony. This ceremony marks a profound milestone in every Scout’s journey, symbolising the moment seniors pass the torch to a new generation. It is a time-honoured tradition where our juniors step forward to embrace their own leadership paths, ensuring the legacy of the Troop continues with the new Patrol Leader Council (PLC). Closing 2025 As we enter 2026, we want to congratulate Elvis Too, Samuel Seow and Damien Chee for being the best secondary 3, 2 and 1 Scouts respectively, as well as to Cobra Patrol for being awarded best Patrol. These awards recognise individuals who have exemplified the spirit of Scouting through their dedication and selflessness. In highlighting their success, we establish these Scouts as role models, encouraging the entire Troop to strive for the same standard of excellence. Investiture ceremony Led by their Assistant Patrol Leaders (APLs), the Secondary 2 Scouts stepped forward to formalise their journey. By saluting and reciting the Scout Promise over the Troop flag, they accepted the honour of the Troop scarf. This transition is more than a formality; it represents the deep trust the Troop invests in these young leaders, calling upon them to uphold our legacy through dedication, excellence, and service to others. The ceremony continued with the investiture of 9 new Ventures, increasing the Venture Troop’s strength to 16. These individuals are committed to the stewardship of our Troop, working diligently to design engaging programs and mentor the Scouts in their charge. This new chapter allows our Ventures to refine their leadership skills and deepen their own development as they uphold the high standards of our Scouting tradition. The investiture culminated with the appointment of the new Patrol Leader Council. As our Patrol Leaders, Quartermasters, Secretaries, and Senior Patrol Leaders stepped forward, they accepted the profound responsibility of leading their peers. This council is the heartbeat of the Troop, and we have full confidence that their dedication will lead us to a future filled with achievement and pride. A bright future More than just a ceremony, Investiture is a celebration of where we have been and where we are going. It is a day to honour our past while stepping boldly into a new Scouting year. We are incredibly proud of our newly invested leaders and are certain that their dedication will bring out the very best in our Troop, making us all proud in the year to come.