Project Orion - Rovering with Turtles
is the 2nd Scouts of the World Award (SWA) Voluntary Service Project of the SWA Singapore Base.

Led by 9 Rover Scouts from Singapore and Malaysia, the project is set upon

the beautiful wetlands and beaches of Setiu, Terengganu.

Lasting 16 days from 20th June to 5th July, the team will not only be contributing to the

conservation of sea turtles, but will also be involved in mangrove replanting,
repair work for the villagers and WWF info centre, English and conservation awareness education,
assistance in the local women's cottage industry amongst many others.

"Leave the place a little better than you first found it." - Lord Baden Powell
UPDATE: The blog will be updated from time to time with more turtle new issues. However, Project Orion blog will be replaced by the next project when it starts with the new team. So, DO STAY TUNED!

Monday, June 22, 2009

Day 3: Firetastic Fireflies


Waking up to the majestic sunrise was the best way to start of the day. First thing on hand for the day was to settle the programme for the remanining of the whole trip at River's place. River is a community liaison officer with WWF Maaysia and had offered his place for our sesion. We decided the dates for their mangrove clean-ups, renovation of the houses and our team bonding sessions. Soon after lunch, we made our way to the first house where we will be doing our renovation.



A lot of work would have to be done in the house. That was how bad the shape of the house was. If strong winds and heavy showers come, it would be a disaster in the house. Flooding would occur and living conditions would deteriote. We would have to fix new doors and windows, building of brick wall and also major works to help make their life better. Giving our best is definitely our main priority.


After having a stomach fufilling dinner, we went for a boat ride to have our look at fireflies! To many of us, it was our very first time seeing this wonderful looking insects at their natural habitat. All in all, it was a fruitful day and from here our journey continues and perservering is one factor we truly must have.
Signing Off,
Ashok

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