I was given the privilege to take part in GIGGLES 2013 in
Yorkshire North Dales, UK. Three Guides
from Katong Convent, along with seven other Guides and two Guiders from Kuo Chuan
Presbyterian Secondary School shared in this experience.
After we arrived in London,
we had to take a 6-hour coach ride down to Yorkshire. As we were the first to reach the campsite, we had to pitch our own tents. As time went by, more and more Guides from other countries arrived and we helped them pitch their tents too.
During the camp, there were many activities such as caving, fishing, sailing, and fencing! My favourite of these was caving.
We had taken a coach to the White Scar Caves. The whole was dimly lit and chilly. We had to safety helmets in the event of any rocks falling onto our heads! We saw the beautiful naturally formed stalagmites that looked like a Witch's finger and even more bizarre things. It was nice being able to stop and appreciate the little things of nature. I guess it's the simplest things in life that are the most enjoyable.
All of us went crazy swapping tokens! During our own free time, we went around the campsite, mingling with other Guides and Brownies from other countries, and exchanging badges and souvenirs from all over the world!
Every night, there would be a pop music band playing and we were free to go and check them out.
Before we knew it, it was the last night of the camp. It was truly a memorable and worthwhile experience.
Through this camp, I've made many new Guide friends from all walks of life from all over the globe and up to now, I still keep in touch with them! I have learnt more about the culture and way of Guides on the other side of the world and to appreciate them as well . I feel truly blessed to have had the chance to participate in this camp!
During the camp, there were many activities such as caving, fishing, sailing, and fencing! My favourite of these was caving.
We had taken a coach to the White Scar Caves. The whole was dimly lit and chilly. We had to safety helmets in the event of any rocks falling onto our heads! We saw the beautiful naturally formed stalagmites that looked like a Witch's finger and even more bizarre things. It was nice being able to stop and appreciate the little things of nature. I guess it's the simplest things in life that are the most enjoyable.
All of us went crazy swapping tokens! During our own free time, we went around the campsite, mingling with other Guides and Brownies from other countries, and exchanging badges and souvenirs from all over the world!
Every night, there would be a pop music band playing and we were free to go and check them out.
Before we knew it, it was the last night of the camp. It was truly a memorable and worthwhile experience.
Through this camp, I've made many new Guide friends from all walks of life from all over the globe and up to now, I still keep in touch with them! I have learnt more about the culture and way of Guides on the other side of the world and to appreciate them as well . I feel truly blessed to have had the chance to participate in this camp!
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