Kayaking, Canoeing, Weekend Retreats

--- **Briskwalk: Labrador Park to Keppel Island** **Date:** 19 April 2026 (Sunday) **Time:** 4:00PM - 6:00PM **Meeting Point:** CC27 Labrador Park MRT (Passenger Service/Control Station **Meeting Time:** 3:50PM (Note: We will be leaving from Labrador Park MRT at 4:00PM sharp) Join us for a refreshing **brisk walk** from the scenic **Labrador Park** to the beautiful waterfront of **Keppel Island**! We’ll enjoy lush greenery 🌿, coastal views 🌊, and good company along the way. Great for those looking to get in some light cardio, meet new people, and soak in the relaxing vibes of Singapore’s southern coast. **What to bring:** - Comfy walking shoes 👟 - Water bottle 💧 - Hat/sunscreen 🧢☀️ - Umbrella ☔️ - Good vibes only! Let’s get moving and make those steps count! See you there! --- Disclaimer: Your physical well-being is your responsibility. Exercise care while you walk. Please let the organizer(s) know when you feel unwell and need to drop out. Walking comes with a risk of personal injury. By joining the walk, you accept responsibility for your own safety and join the walk at your own risk. The organizer(s) will not be responsible or held liable for any accidents or injuries during or arising from the event.

**TRAIL RUN GROUP** ***WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?*** This group is a LEISURE run group. So whether you are a beginner or have years of experience, this group will suit you. ***WHAT TO EXPECT? ( for our trail run group)*** Our trail runs are relaxed and welcoming — no pressure, no competition! * Ages range from 25 to 70, with all fitness levels. * Everyone sets their own pace — some run, some do a run-walk mix, and some prefer to walk. * We don’t run as a pack, but one member always keeps pace with the slowest so no one gets lost. * A session usually lasts **30–45 minutes**, depending on your pace. We typically have **9–12 regulars** (RSVPs here don’t reflect full attendance, as some register through our chat group). After the run, we usually hang out for a short dinner or drink — a nice way to wind down together. 🥗🍹 ***DISTANCE COVERED :*** About 5 km ***VENUE:*** We go all over Singapore for our trail adventures but our BASE VENUE is at the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. ***TIMING:*** For trail runs, we meet once every 2 weeks on Sunday 5pm. The run usually ends around 7pm . ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ **\*Sunday, 19th April 2025, 4:45 PM\*** **Labrador Park MRT to Telok Blangah Hill & back** **ROUTE:** **Labrador Park(LP) MRT > Earth Trail > Telok Telok Blangah Hill > Back to LP MRT** ***Mix of trails, steps, slopes & roads*** **DISTANCE:** **4-5 km** **START TIME :** **Run starts PUNCTUALLY at 5:00 pm** **Please be at the meet-up point by 4:45 pm** **Unable to wait for latecomers** **MEET-UP & START POINT :** **Labrador Park MRT** **END POINT:** **Labrador Park MRT** **DINNER/DRINK:** **Alexandra Retail Centre**

Please RSVP by WhatsApp: +65 9850 9623

Welcome! Gist below!:-) 1. Bring a book to the meet! 1. Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry). 1. Say hi to the folks (pls note the venue is a pet cafe so there will be furry friends). 1. Read! 1. We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :) Come in and find us (we're probably the only reading group)! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby.:-) This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early if your plans change! Thanks in advance! Venue: Ms Durian **Note that we are taking the outdoor table** Nearest MRT: Jalan Besar (DT22)

✨ Join us this Sunday for the Istana Hari Raya and Labour Day Open House and explore the beautiful grounds of Singapore’s historic landmark! 🇸🇬 Admission is free for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents — don’t miss this special opportunity! See more details in the attached link 👉 https://www.istana.gov.sg/newsroom/https-www-istana-gov-sg-newsroom-celebrate-hari-raya-and-labour-day-at-the-istana-open-house-/ To protect your privacy, we do not collect telephone numbers 📵. Communication will be through the Event page. Kindly check for any updates, especially on the day of the event. The route may be amended or the hike postponed in the event of inclement weather, for the safety of our walkers. 🚶🚶‍♂️ As part of Meetup's enhanced privacy/ security measures, the meeting point will now be visible to attendees only. *Disclaimer: By joining this walk, you assume responsibility for your own safety and well-being 🚸, and will not hold the organizers/hosts liable for any loss or injury or other unforeseen events, ensuring a shared commitment to a safe and enjoyable experience for all. 😊 Thank you. 🙏

🌿🌄 Brisk Walk @ Coney Island 🌳✨ Ready to escape the city and soak in nature? Join us for a refreshing afternoon walk through the rustic beauty of Coney Island 🌊🌿 📅 Date: Sunday, 19 April ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Meet-Up Point: Punggol Coast MRT 🕒 Meet-Up Time: 2:45 PM Step into one of Singapore’s most unique eco-spaces 🌱 — where boardwalks meet wild mangroves, and every turn brings a new discovery. Keep an eye out for fascinating creatures like mudskippers, tree-climbing crabs, and vibrant birds 🐦 📸 Perfect for nature lovers, casual walkers, and photography enthusiasts — from macro shots to scenic landscapes, this place has it all! ✨ Walk Details • Distance: ~6 km • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate • Duration: 1–2 hours 🎒 What to Bring 💧 Water bottle ☂️ Umbrella 🧢 Cap/Hat 🦟 Mosquito repellent 🌞 Sunblock 👟 Comfortable sports attire 🤝 Come walk, chat, and connect with like-minded people while enjoying the great outdoors! ⚠️ Disclaimer: This is a casual, non-professional meetup organized for leisure and social interaction. Participants are responsible for their own safety, health, and belongings. Please be mindful of weather conditions and your personal fitness level before joining. We are not liable for any injuries, accidents, or unforeseen circumstances during the event. See you there! 🌿✨

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**For ages 7 and above. Children aged 5 to 7 require parental assistance.** Want to test your skill at the sport? Be the Willliam Tell or Robin Hood? Absolute Archery (Singapore) was inaugurated in 2020, aiming to provide training venue, competitive coaching, fun shoot events and a place for the community bring people together to advocate and support each other in pursuing the sports. Our head coach, Colin, has been active in the sports since late 90s till date. Being a competitive archer, he was with the National Team and had accumulated experiences which he could share with the archers and students. ### **Address** 9 Ah Hood Rd, East Asia Institute of Management ### **Schedule** Sundays 3PM - 4PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

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📅 Date: 19 Apr (Sunday) 🕒 Meeting Time: 3:50 PM ⏰ Walk: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Starting Point: CC27 Labrador Park MRT (Passenger Service/Control Station) 🏁 Ending Point: Harbourfront MRT Join us for a refreshing outdoor walk along one of Singapore’s most scenic coastal routes. We’ll start from Labrador Park and enjoy a relaxing walk towards Keppel Island, taking in beautiful sea views, greenery, and fresh air along the way. This walk is perfect for anyone who wants to stay active, unwind in nature, and connect with others in a friendly and healthy environment. All fitness levels are welcome. 👟 **What to bring:** Water, umbrella/raincoat, and wear comfortable sports attire & shoes, sun protection (cap or sunscreen), light snacks (optional). Come move your body, enjoy nature, and recharge together! 🚶‍♀️🌿🌊 *Disclaimer:* *Your physical well-being is your responsibility. Exercise care while you walk. Please let the organizer(s) know when you feel unwell and need to drop out.* *Walking comes with a risk of personal injury.* *By joining the walk, you accept responsibility for your own safety and join the walk at your own risk. The organizer(s) will not be responsible or held liable for any accidents or injuries during or arising from the event.*

**For ages 13 and above.** Aikido is a martial art which originated in Japan with its founder, Morihei Ueshiba, in the early twentieth century and has since grown to become one of the world’s most popular martial arts. At its most basic level, Aikido is an empty-handed system of throwing, joint-locking, striking and pinning techniques, coupled with training in the varying use of sword (bokken), staff (jo) and knife (tanto) techniques. The core principle of Aikido is not to resist the laws of nature but to harmonize without the undue application of aggressive strength. In practice, aikido techniques are applied by efficient redirection of the attacker’s power against him/her using minimal force and without being overly injurious. The word “aikido” is formed of three kanji, namely 合 (ai) meaning joining or unifying, 気 (ki) which means spirit or energy, and 道 (dō) which is loosely interpreted as “the path” or “the way”. ### **Address** 346D King George's Avenue, 5th Floor, Singapore, Singapore ### **Schedule** Sundays 230PM - 330PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

**For ages 13 and above.** Juggernaut Fight Club isn't your typical boxing gym; It's located within a sheltered carpark of a building in Chinatown, which means ample space for you to train. In fact, it's one of the largest fighting gyms in Singapore, and houses everything you need for all-rounded mixed martial arts (MMA) training, including an MMA cage, competition-sized boxing ring, punching bag stations and more. All the instructors are either pro boxers, boxing champions, or national wrestlers, so you'll be picking up the best techniques from the top experts themselves. ### **Address** 9 Ah Hood Rd, East Asia Institute of Management ### **Schedule** Sundays 4PM - 5PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

## Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry \| Design Your Own Custom Candle **SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free! Step into The Arcane Foundry and create your own custom candle from start to finish. This is a laid back, hands-on experience where **you’ll blend fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour your own candle using 100% soy wax**. Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, it’s designed to be simple, creative, and a good time. We’ll walk you through the entire process, from picking your scents to choosing between a traditional cotton wick or a crackling wood wick. You can go with one fragrance or mix your own blend to create something completely unique**. No experience needed**, just show up and we’ll handle the rest. While your candle sets, feel free to hang out, play a game, explore the shop, or just relax and talk. Drinks and snacks are available, and the atmosphere leans into the **fantasy**, **dark academia**, and **gothic horror** vibe The Arcane Foundry is known for. Learn More: [Candle Making in Columbus, Ohio at The Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/candle-making/) *** ### What to Expect: * Guided candle making experience * Choose your own vessel, wax, wick, and fragrance * 100% soy wax candles * Optional drinks and snacks * Time to relax while your candle cools *** ### Important Notes: * Please arrive on time so we can start together * Candles will need time to set before taking home * This is a beginner-friendly event *** ### RSVP Required Reserve your spot on Meetup to lock in your seat. **Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids) 5oz Glass Jars $15 8oz Candle Tins $25 12oz Glass Candles $35 12oz Amber Jars $40 16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!) **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).** **Payments accepted:** * Credit Card * Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee * Cashapp: $DaclaudL