Mountaineering

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Join us to walk the Singapore story. 🇸🇬 From Marina Barrage, where courage and vision turned water scarcity into resilience, we journey through Gardens by the Bay, a living reminder that Singapore can grow into a true City in Nature. Along the way we pause at Clifford Pier, remembering the forefathers who arrived with little but hope, building the foundations of the nation we now call home. Passing Fullerton and Esplanade, we see how far that journey has brought us — a vibrant global city shaped by resilience, unity and care for one another. As our walk ends, we gather to continue Dr Marie Ang self-care sharing starting with the sensation of Touch at AU office — a reminder that caring for our body, mind and community gives us the strength to continue their legacy. Because when we care for ourselves and each other, we can all stand up for Singapore and keep her story strong for generations to come. 🇸🇬 Please read this #1 - This is a number-controlled event. Please come only if you are on the attending list. #2 - We will move out at 0830 sharp. We are not able to wait for late-comers. #3 - As this is a limited number event, please check your calendar and make sure you can come before you RSVP. Do not change your attendance at the last minute and deny someone else who genuinely wishes to come.

Meet: Springleaf MRT Station (TE4) Control / Passenger Service area When: Thursday 16th April, 3:30 pm\*\* Difficulty: Moderate (uneven terrain) \*\*This is a Rain or Shine event. Please take a good lunch or bring along some snacks if you feel hungry along the way. Please be punctual. There will be 5 minutes grace for attendance taking. Please remember that we cannot wait because this would be unfair to those already present. This Meetup group is a community-led group by volunteers. Please extend grace in areas of inadequacy. You are most welcome to give constructive feedback; we strive for improvement! Visit the Bird Paradise Waterfall and walk along Mandai Track 15 and the Pang Sua Pond. Dinner will be near Bukit Panjang MRT What to bring: \- Shades \- umbrellas \- Water \- Good walking shoes \- Long pants preferred \- Mosquito Repellent This is a Rain or Shine event. Where there are thunderstorms, we will adjourn for coffee or early dinner. We will resume the walk once the rain subsides. Event communication will be through the event chat. Please check the event chat on the day of the event so that you will be updated on any changes. Please keep in mind that I may not respond to messages sent after the walk starts because I will be busy helping the attendees and leading the walk. Please be sure to RSVP responsibly to help those who are on the waitlist get the chance to come for the walks. ***You should confirm your RSVPs the day before the event to allow those on the waitlist time to schedule for the event.*** If I notice many no-shows despite the RSVPs, I may remove you from the RSVP list so that others can join my walks. Thank you for your kind understanding. Disclaimer: Your physical well-being is your responsibility. Exercise care while you walk. Please let me 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 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.***

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Join us to walk the Singapore story. 🇸🇬 From Marina Barrage, where courage and vision turned water scarcity into resilience, we journey through Gardens by the Bay, a living reminder that Singapore can grow into a true City in Nature. Along the way we pause at Clifford Pier, remembering the forefathers who arrived with little but hope, building the foundations of the nation we now call home. Passing Fullerton and Esplanade, we see how far that journey has brought us — a vibrant global city shaped by resilience, unity and care for one another. As our walk ends, we gather to continue Dr Marie Ang self-care sharing starting with the sensation of Touch at AU office — a reminder that caring for our body, mind and community gives us the strength to continue their legacy. Because when we care for ourselves and each other, we can all stand up for Singapore and keep her story strong for generations to come. 🇸🇬 Please read this #1 - This is a number-controlled event. Please come only if you are on the attending list. #2 - We will move out at 0830 sharp. We are not able to wait for late-comers. #3 - As this is a limited number event, please check your calendar and make sure you can come before you RSVP. Do not change your attendance at the last minute and deny someone else who genuinely wishes to come.

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Please click [https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1D6RwF7eED/](https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1D6RwF7eED/) for trip details. [Registration closes 9th April 2026 or when hiking permit runs out, whichever is earlier] For trip payment & confirmation, kindly WhatsApp: Kelvin [https://wa.me/6593838649](https://wa.me/6593838649) or Magdalene [https://wa.me/6597914105](https://wa.me/6597914105) For more adventure trips, please click: [https://linktr.ee/wlcadventure](https://linktr.ee/wlcadventure)

**\*If interested, please whatsapp** [wa.me/+6588842635](wa.me/+6588842635) **or +65 8884 2635! Sign-ups *are only confirmed after contacting us and joining the WA group! \**** Gunung Datuk is a good **challenging (depends on who you ask)** starting hike and introduction to trekking for beginners or first-timers who wish to know **what hiking really entails!** It is also one of the more fun short-day hikes for the adventurous! Mount Datuk (885m) is an extremely popular 1-day beginner hike located in Malaysia, about an hour away from Malacca. The hike takes an average of 2.5h up and 2.5h down. It is not too long, yet challenging and strenuous enough for a half-day hike. There are some very steep parts and the trek requires using your hands. Additionally, there are minor rope sections and ladders near the summit. This trek can be **challenging for beginners** so be prepared for a fun adventurous experience. At the summit, there is a nice view of the surroundings and we can take a break on the rocks and enjoy the wind before descending! After that, the plan is to hunt for some good food in Malacca! If we end earlier, there will be more time for free and easy along Jonker street. Of course within the group, there will be people of various speeds. Those faster can have more time at the summit and wash up first. Please be patient for the slower ones! The intention of the trip is to introduce newbies who haven't tried trekking before so please be patient and welcoming! It is important to be open-minded and sporting enough to embrace challenges! There are mosquitoes and leeches abound =) **Do note it is NOT a walk in the park** To confirm, do RSVP and send me a whatsapp message! A Whatsapp group will be set up. A minimum of **12 pax** is needed for this trip to go ahead. Your place is only confirmed once payment is made. Here is the estimated itinerary: Saturday 12.00am – Meet Marsiling MRT, depart for Datuk 4.00am – Stop by for breakfast 5.00am – Start trek at with headlights 7.30am – Summit 11.00am- Reach back and wash up 1.00pm – Head to Malacca for food 4.00pm – Depart back to Singapore 9-12pm – Reach back Marsiling MRT (depends on traffic) Price: **120SGD per pax** Price includes: 2-ways Transport LMT Trek Leader Local Guides + Necessary Park Permits and Fees LMT Info-Kit Price excludes: Personal Travel Insurance All Personal expenses/Meals/Activities in Malacca Visa Application (if any) Everything else This event is organized by LITTLE MONSTERS TRAVEL PTE LTD Travel Agent Licence No: 03117 Contact : +65 88842635 Email: info@littlemonsterstravel.net Some additional questions: 1. How long is the ride to Mount Datuk A: It takes only around 3-4h from Singapore - Datuk/Malacca. 2. The journey to Datuk only takes 3 hours, why do we set off so early? A: This is so that we can save money on accommodation/driver cost/taxi to MRT station. This also means there is a lack of sleep, so try to sleep in the vehicle! Bring a travel pillow! 3. Are there shower or toilet facilities at the park? A: Very basic shower and toilet facilities. Please bring a change of clothes and shower when you are down from Datuk. No smelly people in the vehicle! 4. Do I get to see the sunrise at the top? A: Maybe. Depends on how comfortable everyone is with walking with headlights. 5. I am totally new to hiking, what should I bring/wear? Is there training? A: I will set up a WhatsApp group for questions and provide some info-kit to prepare. Most important is being open =) 6. How fit do I have to be? I am afraid of being the slowest/burden to the group. A: You would need basic endurance and be open-minded, embrace the challenge of using your hands and going up and down rocks or steep terrain. Many people have done Datuk, of various fitness, the group will move at a slower pace to help build that confidence. 7. What happens if it rains! A: If it is a light drizzle, we would continue. Usually we'll continue, or wait until the heavy rain stops. If it rains, it'll be slippery so go slow!

**\*If interested, please whatsapp** [wa.me/+6588842635](wa.me/+6588842635) **or +65 8884 2635! Sign-ups *are only confirmed after contacting us and joining the WA group! Permits are hard to obtain so we'll have a cutoff date, so first come first serve!\**** Bukit Kutu (1,053m) is one an extremely popular hike just further north (1.5h) of Kuala Lumpur at Kuala Kubu Bharu, famous for waterfalls and getaways for the city hustlers of KL. Bukit Kutu is also known as Treacher Hill and was a former hill station during colonial times. The summit offers great views of the surrounding region and is very similar to Gunung Datuk, where the summit is on top of boulders. The hike itself is not technically very difficult and is slightly longer than Datuk but quite similar, do expect your shoes to be wet due to the river/stream crossings! We're looking to do a good day hike and aim to go back to Singapore by Saturday night. **Hike Description** There are some river/stream crossings at the start. The total duration is \~6h of hiking and \~12km in total, with around 800m in elevation gain. Do note that there are no toilets or wash up area at the start of the trail/end of the trail! So please clean up before getting on the bus and we will head to the R&R. **We are aiming to do this in 1 day and be back in SG by Sat night, so this will be a fuss-free hike only itinerary! The focus is on hiking at a good pace!** **Who is this for?** => People who wish to hike similar to Gunung Datuk/Angsi but not too challenging => Wish to do a decent full day hike => Wish to enjoy somewhat decent weather while hiking => Looking for a fuss free hike only itinerary, go for a solid hike in Malaysia and back to SG to sleep It serves as a good training or progressive hike for those who wish to do more hiking especially if you have done Gunung Datuk and is aiming for something similar. Most do it as training for other treks, like Kinabalu, or Nepal. Do note that we are looking to start early and descend by around 4-5pm, so we will have cut-off time. Prepare your own meals also! ***How tough is it/How fit do I have to be?*** The trek is around 6h, but can be 4h or less if you are faster. This is slightly longer than Datuk, and easier than Ophir, and the terrain is similar to most Malaysia hikes. It is generally tropical forest trail, with river/stream crossings, steep parts and ladders near the summit. **Minimum pax** Minimum 12 to start the trip! Once confirmed, a Whatsapp group will be set up and info-kit sent out. Estimated Itinerary: **\*Timings to be confirmed\*** \~10.30 pm : Meet @ Marsiling MRT 7:30am: Stop by for breakfast before reaching start point for Bukit Kutu 8.00 am : Start Hike 11.30am : Reach Bukit Kutu summit (have your own packed lunch) 12.30 pm : Descend 4.00 pm : Reach back base and depart for SG (dinner along the way) 11.30 pm++ : Back in SG ***Itinerary is subject to changes based on conditions and group speed and trek leader's discretion. Please expect that you will reach back SG past midnight!*** Price: **$ 150 SGD per pax** Price includes: 2-ways Transport Guides All associated Park Permits/ Fees LMT Trip Leader Price excludes: All Personal expenses/Meals Visa Application (if any) This event is organized by LITTLE MONSTERS TRAVEL PTE LTD Travel Agent Licence No: 03117 Contact : +65 88842635 Email: info@littlemonsterstravel.net Some additional questions: 1. How long is the ride to Bukit Kutu A: It can take 7-9h from Singapore 2. Why are we not staying overnight? A: This is so that we can save money on accommodation/driver cost. Also, we wish to be able to spend Sunday with family/friends/sleeping in Singapore, so we decided to spend Sat night travelling back than Sunday instead. 3. Are there shower or toilet facilities at the trail? A: There isn't, so this means bring your own wipes and toilets are all "natural". Don't worry we will stop by toilets before and after the hike. 4. What do I have to look out for? A: Trees, Logs, leeches sometimes, depends on the weather. Also, make sure to have firm footing and go steadily during the river crossings! 5. Where are the meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner?) We might stop by breakfast if there is enough time, if not it'll be at the R&R. Lunch is packed by yourself/on the go during the hike. Dinner might be a quick one at the R&R when we wash up, but if everyone is fast we can have a good dinner!

**🌿✨ ADVENTURE DAY TRIP ✨🌿** **⛰️🦋 GUNUNG LAMBAK BUTTERFLY TRAIL (10KM+)** **🍽️ + KLUANG 居銮 FOOD & RELAX** **📅 18 APRIL 2026 (SAT)** 🔥 READY FOR A CHALLENGE + FOOD REWARD? 😍Conquer BOTH peaks in 1 epic loop, then enjoy Kluang’s famous eats! 📲 JOIN NOW WhatsApp: 94884478 (Wilfred) OR RSVP: **[https://www.meetup.com/lets-go-travelling-hiking/events/313818470/](https://www.meetup.com/lets-go-travelling-hiking/events/313818470/)** **🦋🦋Gunung Lambak Butterfly Loop:-** This butterfly loop is a challenging route providing a good workout and training average of 10km taking 4-6 hours to complete depending on fitness level. The butterfly loop covers both summit (north and south peak) at one go. Once summit at 510m peak will descend, then climb back up the other peak to complete the "wings" of the butterfly. **Hiking Overview** The mountain offers several trails ranging from paved roads to steep jungle paths. **Trail Information:** �� Located at Kluang, Johor �� Level of Difficulty: Moderate 5/10 �� Start and end at the same trail head �� Elevation: 510 Meter �� Loop hiking 10KM in 4-6 hours depends on fitness level �� Hiking Route: Water Park - Summit- Telco Tower - Big tree - False Peak - Water park **🍽️ KLUANG 居銮 FOOD HUNT** Reward yourself after the hike! 😋 ✨ Famous for: • Local kopi & cafes ☕ • Malaysian delights 🍜 • Must-buy snacks 🛍️ 💯 Hidden gem town you’ll love! **Event Cost:** 💵 $130 / pax 👥 $120 / pax (Group of 4 & above payment) **Payment:** **Please Paynow $xxx/person to UEN 201727764C Wilfred Go Travelling & Hiking Pte or Bank Transfer to DBS Current Account 0029069789 and Text 94884478 with Print-screen Receipt** **INCLUDE:** • Meals of D (Sat) If more than 10 pax dinner includes • Hiking Guides • Transportation: 14 pax > Van Bus > 15 pax or more • All Activities as mentioned **EXCLUDE:** Personal Insurance Items Not Mentioned In Itinerary 9 pax or below, dinner excludes **TA License No 03066** **TA NAME: WILFRED GO TRAVELLING & HIKING PTE LTD** **To Connect With Us:** **1\. Telegram Channel: [https://t.me/wilfredtravelsg](https://t.me/wilfredtravelsg)** **2\. Whatapps Channel:** **[https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaJmIsU9mrGTPqpect3l](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaJmIsU9mrGTPqpect3l)** **3\. Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/events/calendar](https://www.facebook.com/events/calendar)** **Suggested Itinerary:-** •Saturday(D) 615am-Gather at Marsiling MRT Bus Stop 620am-Depart Marsiling MRT Bus Stop 640am-Depart JB Custom 7am-Stopover for Breakfast/Pack Lunch 930am-Briefing and commence hike 330pm- Shower/ Quick Change 5pm- Free & Easy @ Kluang Town 6pm- Group Dinner 7pm-Depart JB Custom 9pm- JB Custom 10pm: Marsiling MRT **Disclaimer, Indemnity and Terms of Participation:** The participant acknowledges that this is an adventure trip. The itinerary serves as a guide only and changes may be required. All participants are strongly advised to have travel insurance. The participant agrees to assume all risks and indemnifies the organizers against all claims, disputes. \-\-\-ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO OUR TERMS & CONDITIONS\-\-\- https://www.wilfredtravel.org/terms-and-conditions BY PARTICIPATE, I READ, AGREED & ACCEPTED TERM & CONDITION

**⛰️ GUNUNG ANGSI HIKE @ 825m via Bukit Putus Trail** **📅 17–18 April 2026 (Fri–Sat)** **📲 INTERESTED? MESSAGE NOW!** **👉 WhatsApp 94884478 (Wilfred)** [https://www.meetup.com/lets-go-travelling-hiking/events/313862538/](https://www.meetup.com/lets-go-travelling-hiking/events/313862538/) Gunung Angsi is one of Malaysia's relatively minor mountains with a height of 824m. It ranks 241st of Malaysia's highest mountains and it is the 3rd highest peak in Negeri Sembilan state. **🥾 HIKE DETAILS** **✔ Difficulty: Easy to Moderate (Beginner Friendly)** **✔ Altitude: 825m** **✔ Elevation Gain: \~900m** **✔ Distance: 4km \(one way\) \| 8km return** **✔ Duration: 6–8 hours (including breaks & photos)** **✔ Fitness Level: 4/10** **🌄 WHY JOIN?** **🌿 Great for beginner & casual hikers** **📸 Scenic jungle trails & viewpoints** **💪 Perfect training hike for higher peaks** **🚐 Weekend adventure escape from city life** **💰 PRICING** **💵 $130 / person ( 1 to 3 pax payment)** **👥 $120 / person (4 pax or more payment)** **PAYMENT:** Please Paynow $XXX/person to UEN 201727764C Wilfred Go Travelling & Hiking Pte or Bank Transfer to DBS Current Account 0029069789 and Text 94884478 with Print-screen Receipt **🏢 TA License No: 03066** **🏷️ WILFRED GO TRAVELLING & HIKING PTE LTD** **INCLUDES:** \* 1 Event Host \* Mountain Guide/s \* Hiking Permit \* Transportation Van < 14 person Bus >15 person \* Group Lunch is only included if group-size is 10 or more **EXCLUDES:** \* Personal Insurance \* Items Not Mentioned In Itinerary include massage etc \* Lunch is at own cost if group-size is less than 10 persons **Suggested Itinerary:** **(Fri Night)** 1130pm-Marsiling MRT **(Saturday), Lunch** 4am-Stop over at highway toilet washup & breakfast 530am-Briefing/Start to trek 9am-Angsi Peak Rest & Having Packed Breakfast 930am- Descend to starting point 1130am-Meeting Point 12pm- Wash-up & Change at R&R 1pm- Lunch 2pm- Shopping & Relax@ Seremban 4pm- Depart to JB Custom 8pm- JB Custom 10pm- Marsiling MRT **(F) Disclaimer, Indemnity and Terms of Participation:** The participant acknowledges that this is an adventure trip. The itinerary serves as a guide only and changes may be required. All participants are strongly advised to have travel insurance. The participant agrees to assume all risks and indemnifies the organizers against all claims, disputes.

**⛰️ GUNUNG ANGSI HIKE @ 825m via Bukit Putus Trail** **17–18 April 2026 (Fri–Sat)** **💪 Perfect training hike for higher peaks** **�� INTERESTED? MESSAGE NOW\! WhatsApp 94884478 \(Wilfred\) \| RSVP via Meetup** **[https://www.meetup.com/lets-go-travelling-hiking/events/313862538/](https://www.meetup.com/lets-go-travelling-hiking/events/313862538/)** **🥾 HIKE DETAILS** ✔ Difficulty: Easy to Moderate (Beginner Friendly) ✔ Altitude: 825m ✔ Elevation Gain: \~900m ✔ Distance: 4km \(one way\) \| 8km return ✔ Duration: 6–8 hours (including breaks & photos) ✔ Fitness Level: 4/10 **💰 PRICING** 💵 $130 / person 👥 Promo (4 pax): $120 / person **PAYMENT:** Please Paynow $xxx/person to UEN 201727764C Wilfred Go Travelling & Hiking Pte or Bank Transfer to DBS Current Account 0029069789 and Text 94884478 with Print-screen Receipt **🏢 TA License No: 03066** **🏷️ WILFRED GO TRAVELLING & HIKING PTE LTD**

**Please click [https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AVkLWVHQn/](https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AVkLWVHQn/) .** **For full trip details, please WhatsApp:** Kelvin- [https://wa.me/6593838649](https://wa.me/6593838649) Magdalene - [https://wa.me/6597914105](https://wa.me/6597914105) **For more adventure trips, please click** [https://linktr.ee/thetravellingbackpack](https://linktr.ee/thetravellingbackpack)

Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.

Over time I'm hoping to organize a hike to all the Franklin County Metro Parks. This is the first one so if you're interested jump in! We'll start with the Canopy Walk, a cool feature of this park. Climb 100 stairs to the top - or take the elevator if stairs aren't your thing. At the top there are a bunch of things to play on - a rope bridge, a fireman pole that we can slide down - and more! About fifteen minutes there and we'll head to the natural trail, Buttonbush, Maple and Beech Trail for 2.2 miles then do a 1.7 mile loop on the paved Greenway Trail. We'll be passing our cars as we transition if you only want to do the first loop, or the second loop. Pace of around 3.5 mph but no one left behind. If there is an interest we can grab lunch nearby afterward.

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above. There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change. The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/). Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers. For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.

Joins us for a 3 mile hike this Friday evening along the beautiful Alum Creek Trail. This fully paved trail is pretty flat and winds along Alum Creek. We will travel 1.5 miles south along the trail to a scenic bridge before turning around. Hope to see you Friday!