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!

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Day 6: Paint the Children's World

After yesterday's long hours of sketching on the mural wall, all of us especially myself were anticipating today to paint and finish the mural wall. However, the world crashed down on us after our hearty breakfast! Our hopes were dashed due to certain unforeseen circumstances.

Nevertheless, we still carry out our plan to draw the design into 2 separate walls.

Sijie in action, drawing the coconut tree

Interaction with the kids there!! They were very friendly and cute!!



The theme of the mural design was meant to gave an outlook of Setiu Terrenganu. Though it was an exhaustive day to finish the mural painting, it was a worthwhile experience for all of us to contribute our part to the school. The mural painting gave the school a vibrant look. We were glad that the students are happy and kept chanting, 'cantik' which means beautiful.


The tough part is here. We had a difficult time washing away the paints and clean the dirty brushes. We also have to clear up the rubbish and the stains to keep the school clean.


Upcoming for Project Orion's next mission....



Signing off,


May Lwin


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