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Happy National Day to all! =)

Thank You!

Dear COR'09 participants, thank you for your support! We hope to reach out to more hearing impaired beneficiaries and NTU undergraduates in the future. If you have benefited from this camp, do help us spread the values and spirit of COR to your friends and loved ones.

Look forward to see you again in Camp OutReach 2010!

Groups of COR 09

Introducing the various groups of Camp OutReach 09

Group A @ Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal

Group B @ Gunang Bintan

Group C @ KM 40 Camp site (C Cup gang)

Group D @ Doing mangrove sampling planting

All campers please remember to pass all your photographers to your CGLs for compilation purposes. Our P & P girls - Zhiqi and Elaine will be saving all the pictures and videos into DVDs for everyone, which everyone will receive during our Post Camp gathering in august :)

Lastly, let's not forget to send us your thank you note for our sponsors. A short paragraph will do. Please send it to cor09cgl@gmail.com

We're Off to Bintan!!

Hey! We're off to Bintan for Camp OutReach 2009!
Come back again to see our photos after 16th June!

Camp Packing List

We are now TWO days away from the camp! It's time to start packing your items so you still have some time to make purchase for what you lack of.

1. 1 x Day Backpack
2. Passport
3. 5 sets of PT attire (t-shirts and shorts/berms)
4. 1 Set Long Sleeves T-Shirt ( For Jungle Trekking)(optional)
5. 1 Pair of Gloves ( For Jungle Trekking)(optional)
6. 1 Pair of Long Track Pants (For Jungle Trekking) *Note you may want to bring extra track pants to protect your legs from insect bites at night.
7. Undergarments and socks (1 Per Day)
8. 1 Pair of Slippers / Sandals
9. 2 Bath Towels or “Quick Drying” Towel
10. Toiletries (soap, body powder, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, shaver, sunscreen lotion, mouthwash, tissue paper etc.)
11. Personal Medication (e.g. gastric pills, inhalent, etc.)
12. Small First Aid Kit (e.g. plasters, antiseptic lotion/cream, cotton wool, etc)
13. Insect Repellent (e.g. “OFF” Spray)
14. Torch Light with Spare Batteries
15. Used Supermarket Plastic Bags ( For Soiled Clothes)
16. 1 x Bottled Mineral Water - FULL (1.5 litre) For Use Throughout The Camp
17. Sufficient Cash for Personal Expenses
18. Spare Spectacles (If Terribly Myopic), spectacle hooks/bands
19. Swimming Attire
20. Gift Items and books for Bintan Students
21. Fork and spoon and one plastic cup (For Outdoor Cooking)
22. Old Shoes / Water Booties (for water activities)
23. Trekking Shoes (with good grip and friction)
24. Writing material (pen and small notebook)
25. Sleeping Bag
26. Wet tissues
27. Cap / Hat (Optional)

• It’s always better to bring more clothes and spare items rather than a short-of.
• Whistle will be provided for the Hearing Impaired participants
  

Please note that everyone is to pack the items in Packing List #1 into the day pack. Please refer to your programme booklet for more details on Packing List #1.

Important Camp Matters

COR '09 is just around the corner! Are you all ready for it?

For those who have been to the pre-camp briefing last Saturday, you would have a better idea on what to expect and how to prepare yourselves for the camp! For those who could not turn up, here are some important information which you MUST READ! (your CGLs will keep you informed also!)

1. Meet 0700 HRS at Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, 13th June 2009

Please take note that the meeting time has been changed to 7:ooAM sharp at Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal. Please arrive earlier so that we can process the boarding pass together and brief everyone on filling the custom documents. We will NOT wait for late comers.

You can get to Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal by taking Bus 35 from Bedok Bus Interchange. It is about 12 stops away from the ferry terminal.

2. Bring two bags along for the camp (One backpack and one other big bag!)

The big bag is to contain all the items listed in the Personal Item Checklist.

The backpack is important for Day 1 and Day 3. It will be used to pack Packing List #1 items and Packing List 2 items (refer to Programme Booklet).

As we are doing water activities, you are advised to waterproof your belongings by packing them into a big thrash bag before packing it into your bag.

3. Toiletries

On the first two days, we will be using temporary field toilets. Please include a bottle of body powder and some toilet papers(for two days)! Good to have a small bottle of hand sanitizer and some wet tissues as well.

4. COR '09 Camp T-Shirts

You will be given your camp t-shirts on the first day at the ferry terminal.

5. Track Pants

Please pack at least 1 track pants for mountain trekking. You may want to consider packing one more track pants as sleeping attire, to prevent any insect bites at night.

6. Gift Items for Bintan School Children

On Day 3, we will be visiting a local school to teach the children some basic English and sign language, follow by some games with them. If you have 1-2 simple English books with pictures and illustrations that you wish to give away, please bring along to the camp.

7. Bring two pairs of shoes!

Bring along a pair of unwanted shoes/water booties for water activities. Bring another pair that will give you sufficient friction or grip during mountain trekking and dry land activities.

Meanwhile, any questions please forward to your CGLs! =)

COR '09 Partners

Camp OutReach 2009 is made possible because of the support and assistance from various organisations and individuals. We would like to thank all our supporters for giving all of us this precious learning and development opportunity. Our heartfelt thanks goes to:

i) Supporters:
National Youth Council, NTU Student Affairs Office, NTU Alumni Affairs Office

ii) Sponsors:
Lee Foundation, Social Development Unit - Social Development Service, Tan Chin Tuan Foundation, The Shaw Foundation

iii) Mr Albert Han

iv) Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf)

v) Welfare Services Club 14th Committee, Camp OutReach '09 Committee, Regular Services Project (Hearing Impaired)

vi) LifeSmith

and our beloved Friends and Family who have been very encouraging and supportive of the camp.

Sign Outing @ Tanjong Beach

Fun time at the beach. Even though we ended up a bit burnt :P Hope that everybody enjoyed themselves.

To all faciliators, this was a great opportunity to practice some signs Peiling taught you over the 2 days course. Try practice "spelling" your name and your new sign names that Jennifer came up with. Hope that you guys had a fruitful session under the sun.

To our Deaf friends who spent the sunny sunday afternoon with us. Wasn't it fun? Glad that you had a chance to know the faciliators a little bit more. Hope you will look forward toward COR 09 Bintan. Till the next time we meet (30th May Pre camp 10.30am @ SADeaf). Take care.

Instructors Recruitment

Recruitment Drive For Instructor

COR is an annual project organised by the Welfare Services Club (NTU) which aims to reach out to the hearing impaired (HI) community in Singapore. This year, we are organising an overseas expedition to Bintan, Indonesia for the HI youths from Singapore.

COR aims to challenge the hearing-impaired youths physically and mentally & foster new friendships by widening their social circle This is also a great opportunity for YOU to interact with them and learn some basic signings. Instructors will be exposed to their kind of lifestyle, activities and communication which will be an enriching and fulfilling experience.

Now, we have now opened up a limited number of vacancies for those interested to sign up as instructors for this camp!

*Please note that ALL instructors are expected to be available for the Pre-Camp as well as camp preparation during the last 2 weeks of May (18th – 31st May 2009) *

Please reply to the CGLs at cor09cgl@gmail.com with the following details if you are interested :)

1. Name


2. Gender


3. Course/Year


4. Matriculation Number:


5. Contact Number:


6. Handphone number:


7. Volunteer Experience (state briefly)

*Please also include a short paragraph (less than 100 words) on why you are interested in becoming an instructor for COR 09. *

All interested applicants are expected to submit their details together with the short paragraph by 27th March 2009 (Friday), 10 PM. Late applications will not be entertained. As vacancies are extremely limited this year, we will be carrying out a short interview for successful applicants only.

Participant Registration - Closed

To all our friends, we are happy to announce that this year COR has reached her maximum target of participants. Thank you for your support. The CGLs will be contacting you soon to issue to your receipts. We look forward to see you at our pre camp event on the 30th of May and the June trip.

Meet & Greet session

It has been a wonderful week. To all our friendly participants who have been following our blog updates, we will like to announce that COR 09's Early- Bird promotion has come to a end. Lucky you !! if you are one of those who were quick enough to sign up for Bintan trip with us.

However, for those who have yet to sign up for COR: We still have GOOD NEWS!! You can still go to COR. Adults: $180 & Students (under 21 years old): $150. Just remember to pass your registration form and camp deposit to the CGLs. You can find Qian Hao and Siyun contact numbers at the first page of the registration form. Our email address is still the same: cor09cgl@gmail.com. We are still waiting for all your replies or queries.

Remember even if you are paying $180, you are actually only paying 36% of the camp cost. Original camp cost is $499! It is still a super worth it deal to go for COR now :)

Thanks to our friends like aloysius, shidah, kelvin, esther, issac, freddie, colleen,naomi, chun jack, joey and many others for coming down to SADeaf for this get-to-know COR session. See you guys at the 30th May pre-camp.

Reminder: Last Chance for Early Bird Registration!

Hi!

Our early bird promotion for COR 09 - Bintan will be ending on 21st March 2009. That is in 3 days time!

Early Bird Prices
Student: $130
Adult (21 years and above as of 1st January 2009): $150

You can do so by downloading the forms using the links in the download section, then submit the payment and form to the CGLs or James @ SADeaf.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to email the CGLs at cor09cgl@gmail.com.

If you miss this chance, you can still register for COR 09 - Bintan from 22nd March to 5th April 2009.

Normal Prices
Student: $150
Adult: $180

Hesitate no more! Take advantage of this promotion, and sign up NOW!

Asia Pacific Breweries Scholarship

Asia Pacific Breweries (APB) is giving scholarships to person with disabilities. $11,000 per year and up to a maximum of 4 years.

Moreover, this scholarship has no bond attached but there are some criteria to satisfy. VISIT this LINK ----> www.ncss.org.sg/career/APB_scholarship.asp for details

No strings attached. Great opportunities for those who are planning to further their studies in a local university.

Do spread this news to your friends if they are intending to apply for university. Something to take note of: DEADLINE for application is May 8th 2009.

COR 09 - Bintan Poster

COR registration form

Hi, please take note that if you will like to sign up for Camp OutReach as our participants you can download the application form using any of the 2 links in the download section.

You can arrange for a meet up session with CGL Qian Hao or Siyun to pass them your form and deposit or alternatively, you can pass it to COR committee during out "Meet & Greet" session on March, 14th at SADeaf. Time: 12pm to 4pm.

See you then :P

COR Bintan

This is the time you have been waiting for :):):) Here is our LATEST UPDATE on COR 09 - BINTAN!

Program Itinerary

Highlights of the Camp:

Dragon Boat Ride

Have you ever travelled in a DRAGON boat before? Right on our first day, we are going to do that. YES! Travel to our camp site, Mapur Island via dragon boats. Don't worry, as it won't be tiring or strenuous at all :) Wonder why? Come for the camp and you will find out!

Snorkeling

The water is clear, the corals are beautiful (OMG! Never seen before in Singapore!), the beach is pleasantly nice. If you have never snorkeled before, you shouldn't miss this rare opportunity.

Mangrove Reforestation

Let's do our part for Mother Earth! Experience back-to-nature experience, where you get hands-on in planing saplings of mangrove forests to help save the environment! Never have any experience in gardening or tree planing before, don't worry, COR lets you experience new things, always!

Coconut Tree Climbing

Need something to satisfy you adventurous cravings? Instead of rock climbing which is so common nowadays, why not come enjoy and re-live childhood memories of tree climbing? 100% safety guaranteed; 200% satisfaction ensured :P

Gunung Bintan

This adventurous trail will leave you physically exhausted yet mentally rewarding at the same time. Standing at 340 metres tall, this will be a very rewarding and interesting trek. If you love nature and scenic views, do not miss this camp!

Community Involvement Programme

"We can do no great things - only small things with love" - Mother Teresa. COR will not forget less privileged children in Bintan. This year, we will be visiting a local school where we will be teaching these young children English and some basic sign language. Let's all join in now to do our part for the community!

Teambuilding Programme

And how can we not mention COR's very own FULL-FILLED team building games, which got last year's COR 08 participants excited! For this year's camp, be prepared for an even more enjoyable time. Our new program directors will bring to you new games with greater fun and excitements!

So what are you waiting for? Do not hestitate anymore! Hurry up and sign up for the camp. You WILL make new friends at the camp too! :D

Details

Venue: Bintan, Indonesia
Date: 13 to 16 June 2009

Camp Fee:

** Value-for Money Early Bird Promotion ** (16th February - 21st March)
Student - $130
Adult (21 years as of 1st January 09) - $150

Normal Price (22nd March - 5th April)
Student - $150
Adult - $180

Last day of registration is 5th April 2009!!

Camp OutReach * Meet and Greet Session *

COR committee is arranging a "Meet and Greet" session on 14th March 2009, Saturday.
Time: 12noon to 4pm
Venue: SADeaf, Level 2 classroom


"What can YOU gain from this dialogue session?"
1. Find out what exciting plans are installed for YOU in COR 09 - BINTAN (:
2. Great opportunity to meet fellow participants and volunteers!
3. Listen to what past participants have to say about COR 08!
4. Clarify any doubts/questions you may have regarding COR 09 - BINTAN

There will be presentations on COR 09 - Bintan at every hour from 12 noon onwards. Don't be afraid if you can't make it at 12noon. We welcome you to walk in anytime from 12noon to 4pm. Our enthusiastic committee members will answer every doubt you may have about Camp OutReach.

*The first five people who register for this dialogue session will receive a tee shirt designed by our committee member.*

If you are not registered to receive our email updates, and wish to register for our "Meet and Greet Session", do leave your name and email under comments. Alternatively, you may email us at cor09cgl@gmail.com. We will contact you shortly.

Still not convinced? Watch our video, and you will change your mind!

Polymer Clay Accessories

Still interested in our polymer clays?

Here are some pretty polymer accessories designed by our very own committee members!

CGLs' note : Anyone interested to place order for this specially hand-made clay can email your orders to cor09cgl@gmail.com

COR T Shirt Sale

Hello everybody. This has been a really busy period for all the COR members, both main and sub committees. Every portfolioes you read about in the past entries have been spending the past few months preparing and making sure that the COR BINTAN will run smoothly. The time is near. We are approaching June in than another 4 more months. Since the last august, the Program directors have been working on the itinerary, the business managers are busy raising funds and have introduced to you all the cheap and yummy deals like mooncakes, chinese new year goodies and Bak Kwa.

We, the CGLs, have been maintaining this blog and the email updates that you have been receiving. Many people like our logistics, MIO, Fin. Controller, secretary, chairpersons have been working busily behind the scene and now we get to see the creative designs from our Chief Interpreter: Peiling :) :)

Introducing COR 09 latest season wear : alphabetical euphoria and Mr. Roboto

YES !! If you remember our last year series of "Reach out into nature" and "I'm sleepy/Friendly", this year we are coming back for more. Last year designs became the most popular wardrobe item for all RSPHI, Deaf and even NTU students. Don't miss out on the chance to own fabulous fabric :P Stocks are limited so do quickly placed your orders with any of your neighbourhood friendly COR members.

Take a look how good it will fit you. You will look as just cool as Ying Xu, Wei Yuan and Ryan over here.

Don't hesitate. The prices are just as affordable: 1 for $12 and 2 for $22 only !! Buy it for your family, friends, roomie, boyfriend or girlfriends ~~ Sizes available from XS to L.

P.S: Do note that our sizes are one size larger than the normal for guys and 2 sizes larger for the ladies. Meaning, for guys if you normally wear M, please order S. For the ladies, if you normally wear size M, please order XS. Thank bearie muchies :P

Polymer Clay Accessories

CGLs' note : Anyone interested to place order for this specially hand-made clay tags can email your orders to cor09cgl@gmail.com

COR 09 Recruitment

For those who have noticed the two countdown timers at the right hand side of the blog, it is mean that time you been waiting for has finally arrived :):) Woo Hoo!! We are going to start our recruitment of participants for COR 09 Bintan very very soon ~~~ Yipee~~~

The CGLs are now finalizing our registration forms and drafting out our email updates so let me show you some pictures from our recce trip.

This is actually taken from the resort that we are going to stay in during the camp. Of course, since this is CAMP outreach, not HOTEL outreach, we will be spending more time out in the nature instead like what you can see below:

Wanna know more? Stay tune to this blog or look out for our regular email updates. Our latest update talks more on the beautiful island of Bintan but the best is yet to come, we will be giving you a sneak preview of the program in our email update No. 5 next week. If you are not in out email updates' list, please leave your name and email under comments. We will get back to you shortly.

By the way, do have fun shopping this COR blog ok. Remember, we can pick out cool deals and at the same time, help fund our programs so that COR 09 - Bintan can be even more exciting. Let's us work hand in hand for a better COR this year.