RnA Logbook

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Acknowledgement

First of all, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to our

Recreational and Adventure lecturer, Mr. Rosli, for lecturing us on the

fundamentals and theories of camping. Appreciation is never less for the great

effort on organizing such a wonderful camping. His advices and reminders

made the camping went smoothly. Besides, we are highly indebted to the jungle

trekking guider. He led us the correct path to Pondok 3, Bukit Larut and we

managed to reach safely. Thank you to UTP because provide us camping

equipments and free transportation to our destination.

Other than that, I would like to thank the captain, Joshua Teoh and vice-

captain, Yeo Chui Ping. Their smart leadership unites the team and manages to

control all the participants in good manner. Thank you to all group leaders ascarried out their jobs well. Every department including logistics, food and

beverage, safety and medical, religion and games carried out respective

responsibility without complaining. Last but not least, thank you to all the

participants for willing to cooperate and tolerate each other throughout the

camping.


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Introduction

Recreation and Adventure 1 is one of the co-curriculum activitiesestablished by Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) to enable students to learn

new skills, enhance their skills in non-academic activities and participate in the

activities in order to obtain new knowledge and experience for themselves.

In Recreation and Adventure 1, a camping at Bukit Larut, Taiping, Perak

was organized on 8th and 9th of December 2012. There were 71 students who

took part in the camping. It was organized to enable the student to experience

and learn to survive in an unfamiliar environment.

This logbook is prepared to sum up what I have learnt in class during

lectures and during camping in this semester. This logbook is divided into two

parts. The first part includes things we learnt in the six lectures. It summarizes

all the notes taken given by lecturer in the class. The second part of the logbook

elaborates on the experiences in the camping, including the journey, weather

and condition and activities during camping at Tapak Perkhemahan Kaki Bukit

Larut.


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Profile

Name:

Student ID Number:

Age:

Date of Birth:

Place of Birth:

Address:.

Height:

Weight

Blood Type:

Semester/ Year:

Batch:

Programme:


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LECTURES RECORD

1st Lecture (6th October 2012)

2nd Lecture (13th October 2012)

3rd Lecture (20th October 2012)

4th Lecture (9th November 2012)

5th Lecture (21stNovember 2012)

6th Lecture (24th November 2012)


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1STLECTUREDAY/DATE: SATURDAY (6TH OCTOBER 2012)TIME:0900-1100VENUE:LR07,BLOCK N

Introduction:

Introducing to Recreation and Activities 1 by lecturer

- Content of this subject.

- Mark allocations and requirement to get marks.

- Activities which will be held

Ice breaking session

- Lecturer introduced himself to us.

- Every student introduced themselves and shared their camping experiences.

Dividing students into group of six or seven.

- Students are allowed to choose their group members and their group leader.

- Students need to choose a name for their group

Planner :

Discussion and planning for activities to be held:

- Seven lectures throughout the semester including first class and last class after

camping. (Each lecture takes 2 hours)

- Camping in Tapak Perkhemahan Kaki Bukit Larut (2 days and 1 night)

Choosing captain and assistant:

- Captain : Joshua Teoh

- Assistant : Yeo Chui Ping


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2NDLECTUREDAY/DATE: SATURDAY (13TH OCTOBER 2012)TIME:0900-1100VENUE:LR07,BLOCK N

Objective of R&A:

Recreational Adventure is established by the curriculum unit of UTP for the purpose to give

chances for the students to enhance their skill in non-academic activities and also expose

themselves towards those activities in order to gain new knowledge for themselves. Its

primary objective is to support the vision of Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS to producewell-rounded students.

Definition of R&A:

R&A are activities carried out in the open air and natural environment. R&A outdoor

activities basically use the nature to expose individuals to the practical experiences like

feelings and interactions with the nature and real situation. It is practiced as a pass time

hobby and recreational/ relaxing activities as a learning/formal and informal education.

3 Main Fields:

1. Land 2. Water 3. Air

There are 2 types of recreational forms:

Passive: Outdoor activities that are passive are not active and challenging. It does not

require physical and mental strength. For example, human base recreation (watching

TV), hobby (reading, writing, bird watching) which the main purpose is to relax the

mind.

Active: Active recreation has certain challenges. It requires physical and mentalstrength. These activities can be carried out individually or in groups. Involvement is

these activities are voluntary and done outside working hours. It can help to make one

fill up leisure time and forget temporarily working stress. Active recreation activities

on land (camping, climbing, orienteering),on water (canoeing, snorkeling, rafting) and

in air (free falling, parachuting, gliding)

Knowledge and skills:One who wants to participate in any recreational activities must equip oneself with

knowledge on various recreational aspects and certain related skills. For example, camping

craft, first aid and map reading.


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3RDLECTUREDAY/DATE: SATURDAY (20TH OCTOBER 2012)TIME:1100-1300VENUE:LR07,BLOCK N

Physical Fitness :

In previous years, fitness was defined as the capacity to carry out daily activities

without undue fatigue.

These days, physical fitness is considered a measure of the bodys ability to

function efficiently and effectively in work and leisure activities, to be healthy, to

resist hypokinetic diseases and to meet emergency situations.

Physical fitness is generally achieved through exercise, correct nutrition and

enough rest. It is an important factor in life and it can maintain ones ideal body

weight as well.

An ideal body weight can be achieved and maintained by doing a 45 minutes

physical exercises 3 times in a week, a controlled balanced diet and adequate

rest and recovery periods.

The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a useful way of establishing whether ones weight

is within a healthy range. In order to calculate ones BMI, ones height andweight are required.

BMIs formula: weight (kg)/height (m2)=BMI

Figure 1BMI


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Camping

Camping is the convenient life in the outdoor environment. It involves food preparation,

protection and environmental activities. Camping can be done in forests, hills, mountains,

beach and so on.

Camping requires planning and preparations to ensure the activity is comfortable and

safe.

The camping location should be within the law enforcement and the capacity of the

mental, physical and equipment.

The weather must be taken into consideration because it is the main factor contributing tocomfort, satisfaction and self-ability during the activity.

Respect the environment.

Camping results in fun, satisfaction and new challenges in ones live. It also keeps one in

close contact with nature beauty and nature life. In addition, it practically fulfills ones

leisure time and builds up the spirit of spiritual values and social life.

Camping Ethics

The location of our camping activity could be near to public places or property owned by

others. Therefore, camping ethics hinder us from disturbing the peace. These ethics are:

Get prior permission from the concerned property owner for the camping activity.

Do not litter around or leave garbage behind.

Take caution when using fire.Do not dirty the area when fulfilling nature call by improper disposal.

Do not abuse private and public properties.

Respect the culture and the rights of the local residents. Avoid sensitive acts that can

hurt their feelings.

Do not destroy nature. Always be conservative.


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Camping spots

Camping spot is where the tents are fixed. Tents must be fixed as soon as possible as one

reach the camping spot. Venturing for a camping spot must be done at least two hours

before dark (forests in Malaysia get dark by 6.00p.m.). This is to give enough time to

venture, fix the tent, cook, bathe and so on.

Choosing a camping is the main thing to be considered. There are things to be observed:

Activity type

The spot chosen must be flat and wide.

Number of days involved

There is protection from wind.

Number of participants.Water is available or near to water hole.

Has an interesting view and environment.

Exposed to sunlight to dry clothes or wet things

Has connection to emergencies or to get supplies

When choosing a camping spot, avoid places like the following (Donts) :

Too near the water hole, especially the river to avoid sudden floods caused by rainfrom the upper stream.

High grass to avoid danger of fire and crawling animals.

Thick bushes that slows movement and have many insects.

Damp swamps.

Muddy area that will dirty the tents and equipment.

On high banks or slopes which are slippery and can collapse.

Under big trees or lushes with branches that can break and fall during heavy

downpour.

Animal pathways to avoid being attacked by wild animals.

Cleanliness of camping spot: Keep the camping spot and oneself clean so that the camping

activity is pleasure not only to oneself but also to others who come later.


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Safety of camping area: To ensure your camping activity is comfortable and safe, please

consider the following:

Choose a suitable and safe spot as recommended.

Make sure ones tent is always closed when leaving it.

Mark dangerous spots, slopes, slippery land, stubble, fallen tree and hole.

Use something to avoid crawling animals.

Do not let your things be messy.

Do not light a fire or smoke in the tent. Torch lights are allowed.

Do not cook near the tent. The distance must be at least 10 feet.

Do not litter light stubs around, put off the fire before throwing.

If the water hole is too small, dont bathe or wash in it.

If you should like to carry out water activity, check the place out for safety.

Do not make noise at the camping area like laughing too loud or too much or

shouting.

Do not move around separately. One must be accompanied by at least one person

when venturing out of the camp area night or day.

Use torchlight when walking at night.

Inform somebody before going anywhere.

When moving to leave a certain spot, ensure that all members are accounted for, fire

is off, spot has been cleaned and holes have been covered.

During emergencies, avoid from being separated from groups unless one has to.

Organize a safety watch (sentry) so everyone has enough rest.

Considerations: Not all camping spots can fulfill needs as mentioned earlier. Therefore,

consideration and discussion are required to choose the camping spot. Several factors need

to be reviewed:

Type of camping like adventuring on foot, cycling, canoeing, boating, motor vehicle

and so on.

Camping period: if camping for just a day or a night, it is not necessary to look for

the complete characteristics.

Number of participants: if in small groups, the camping spot is not necessarily wide

and water requirement is not big but it is the other way around if in big groups.

The environment is also an important factor in choosing a spot. If it is solely for

camping, then one need to find a spot with a beautiful view. To know the physical of

the spot is better in order to know the equipment required.


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4TH LECTUREDAY/DATE: FRIDAY (9TH NOVEMBER 2012)TIME:1700-1900VENUE:LR07,BLOCK N

EQUIPMENT:Back pack:

Backpack is the first equipment to be considered while planning an outdoor recreation or

adventure activity because we can carry all sorts of tools and requirement conveniently.

Form and types: Comes in different forms and types. Some have frames (inside or out),

some dont. Furthermore, some can be used for a day use and some are for longer periods.

In fact, some backpacks are created specifically for mountain climbing.

Material: Most backpacks are made of nylon because it is lighter. Some are made of

canvass, tarpaulin, etc. For mountain climbing purpose, backpacks are made of more

sophisticated material called the Cordura (a type of nylon). Other types of nylon are

Taffeta and Ballistics.

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Figure 2 One Day Backpack

This back pack is normally sling on the shoulder

and has no frame.

Figure 3 Overnight backpack

this backpack is for camping that requires

overnight.


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Framed backpack: This backpack is framed on the outside. The reason for this frame is

to divide the weight pressure equally between the shoulders and the waist, so that the

weight can be carried comfortably. It also functions to avoid the backpack from touching

the back of the carrier so that air flows freely. This backpack allows you to carry more

weight than you are able to. It is for activities that last more than 10 days. Weight of morethan 11kg should be carried in this type of backpack. Note that maximum weight that can

be carried by normal ability of an individual should not be more than 1/3 of his weight.

Specifications:

2 removable side pockets for added convenience.

Shoulder lifts system for less shoulder strain and more comfort.

Load stabilizer straps.

Water resistant and durable, high density rips top polyester and polyurethane

coating.

Separate access to bottom of pack.

Hydration system capability with hydration tube exit port internal compartment.

Includes two pre-curved aluminum stays for added support.

Figure 4 External Frame Backpack

Normally, this type of backpack is not suitable to be

used for the mountain climbing activity in Malaysia.

Forest in Malaysia mainly consists if creep plants and

this will distract your journey to the top.

Figure 5 Internal Frame Backpack


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How To Pack A Backpack

When preparing your backpacking gear for a camping or hiking trip, properly

loading your backpack is nearly as important as the gear you take. A well-loaded

backpack improves balance and weight distribution allowing you to carry moregear with less effort. Your body will appreciate a properly loaded backpack, so use

this handy guide whenever youre preparing for any kind of backpacking excursion!

Pack your sleeping bag at the bottom of your backpack. Depending on the model of

backpack, you may have a compartment specifically for your sleeping bag. If you

have an external frame backpack or a pack without a sleeping bag compartment,

you may to tie your sleeping bag to the bottom of your backpack.

Load the remainder if your backpack as indicated by the diagram below.

Remember that your lightest items should be the furthest from your back to prevent

unnecessary stress and torque on your skeletal structure.

Remember to avoid loading anything that may shift into the top part of your pack,

as this may cause you to lose your balance. You may want to use extra socks or

similar soft goods as filler to keep loose items from shifting.

Before setting out, try your pack on to make sure there are no items sticking in to

your back.

Please note the regulations as below:

All supplies must be loaded into the backpack. Avoid hanging things on the backpack.

Things that need to be unloaded first must be on the uppermost of the backpack or in

the pockets of the backpack.

Arrange the things properly to avoid any bulging or wasted space.


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TentYour tent is an important piece of camping equipment, if not the most important. The tent is

your home away from home. Tents are protection made of cloth, canvass or other material

that is mobile. It gives protection against wind and rain. Some tents protect from insects andcrawling animals. Tents are offered in cabins, triangle, domes and other geometric shapes.

Choose a tent that meets your outdoor recreation needs for protection, comfort, features,

size and weight. If you choose carefully, you will create a strong foundation for years of

enjoyable camping experience.

Points to Consider When Selecting Tents

ProtectionTents chosen must be able to protect from weather like rain, heat, wind and so on. It

should also protect from insects and crawling animals.

ComfortThe tent should be make a comfortable sleeping area and has space to store things.

DurabilityThe tent must be light and durable. Can be used in any environment and does not

tear easily when used and is washable with water and does not contain bleaching

material.

WaterproofMake sure the tent you buy is waterproof, but it is not easy to find a waterproof tent.

There are some with waterproof coating, non-cracking rubber and silicon treated.

SizeChoose a tent with longitudinal size or according to usage. If it is for two persons, it

is not practical to use a six pack tent. The minimal size suitable to be used for

camping is a tent for 2 people. This is so you have a company when you camp. The

biggest size suitable is that fits 4 people. Bigger size tent that will cause difficulthandling in terms of accommodation storage of things, cleanliness, control on

camping members and comfort.


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Types of tentsSpecifically for camping, it is divided to 3 categories:

Bivouac/Simple

In French, it means forced camping which means it is simple. This type of camping is

done by the Armed Forces on duty in the forest. This tent is suitable when there is no

suitable area to put a normal tent or when the night weather is so good and beautiful

that you want to enjoy gazing at the stars and earth phenomenon in the silence of the

night.

Ridge

It is heavier, more expensive and consumes more time to fix. This tent is only suitable

for camping involving vehicles whereby the camping area is not far from the road.For camping where you need to walk and carry weights to reach camping area.

Frame

This tent consists of deference shaped, i.e. the Wall Tent and the A Shaped Tent.

This is widely used in Malaysia before the Doom or Igloo Tents are introduced.

Some type of tent is use air tube as a frame.

Specifications: 2 pole free standing tent with dual top windows

Perfect for stargazing

2 door design lets you out on either side even with the rain fly on

Heavy duty zippers and clips

2 pockets for personal items

Full-coverage rainfly with UV resistant 75D diamond rip stop nylon.

4000 PU waterproof coating with 2 new rubberneck non-cracking windows

Velcro tabs allow for quick access through the doors

Hooded vents and heat taped seams keep you dry.

2100 Oxford nylon bucket style floor with 4000 PU waterproof coating. No need

for a foot print with this tent.

Ultra-light 9.5 mm air-craft quality aluminum poles for durability and simple set

up.

Fiberglass frame/ poles for simple set up.

Freestanding, so tent can be moved to optimal position before staking it down.

Double stitch and bar-tack design webbing for longer life and extra durability.

High tenacity breathable rips top nylon walls

Comes with a convenient 2 strap nylon rip


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Fixing tent

It is important to know how to fix tents. The skills can be acquired by practice. It can

be learned from pictures or from an experienced friend. Do not bring a tent that you

have no idea how to fix. To fix a tent, you have to follow the following:

Fix a tent on a suitable chosen spot.

Make sure when fixing the tent, the entrance of the tent does not face the wind

direction. This is to avoid the wind because it can be very cold, especially in the

mountains.

If fixing a tent on sand or soft land, where the pegs can be easily fly off, fixed

some woods to hold the strings of the tent. Some will fly off if exposed to strong

wind.

Clean the camping spot from rubbish, stones, stable and so on.

The pegs of the tent must be 90% with the ground when fixing them.

Distance between one tent to the other tent must not be near that movement is

difficult and spreading is easy in case of fire. The best distance is 3 meters apart.

Various Types of Tents


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5TH LECTUREDAY/DATE: WEDNESDAY (21ST NOVEMBER 2012)TIME:1700-1900VENUE:LR07,BLOCK NSleeping bag:

It is important equipment during camping, as it is our bed away from home. Sleeping

bag has a variety of styles. Campers have many choices of sleeping bags to choose

with to meet an array of needs. For example, a rectangular sleeping bag gives more

movement freedom, while a mummy style sleeping bag can keep oneself warmer in

colder temperatures.

A sleeping bag is used to keep our body warm at area of high altitudes. At normalground, it is also needed as there will be coldness from strong wind and heavy rains.

A sleeping bag covers the whole body, except the face, trapping heat between the skin

and the surface of the bag. This will keep the body warm.

Specification:

It is insulated with water resistance synthetic-Micro-fibre to keep one warm in

most conditions.

It is durable, light weight and water resistance rip-stop nylon shell and liner

that compress great, and soft and yet tuff.

Full contoured style hoods retain more heat and fit ones head for a

comfortable sleep.

2 layers offset quilting prevents cold sports by overlapping insulation and

seems.

Adjustable insulated draft collar creates an airtight closure around the upper

body.

Overlapping insulated draft tube runs the full length of zipper to eliminate heat

loss through zipper.

Figure 6 Mummy sleeping bag. Figure 7 Square sleeping bag.


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Zipper: Plastic zip is better as it is light and rust free. During cold nights, contact with

metal zips makes one feel cold. Make sure the zip is functioning, expose the bag to

sunlight during the day and make sure it is clean and dry.

Clothing:

Clothes for outdoor activities: One should choose clothes that protect oneself from

natural elements, such as wind, water, sun, sharp objects, and animals and so on. Also,

one should choose outdoor clothing base on weather.

Hat: our head exude heat for the whole body, so it is better to cover our head to

protect against animals, insects, sun and hard objects.

T-shirts: T-shirts should be loose and long sleeves. Cotton material is suitable for hot

weather, while wool material is suitable for cold weather. It is better if the t-shirt has

more than one pocket.

Pants: Pants should be long pants, loose and allows freedom of movement. It should

be thick to protect from thorns. It is better with two pockets in front and two behind

and if possible with pockets at the side. Cotton material is for hot weather, while wool

material is for cold weather. For sleeping, wear track suit will do.

Under garment: It should be air absorben

Personal items: One should bring bath towel, toothpaste, toothbrush, comb, soap,

slippers, shavers, etc.

Footwear:

As a beginner backpacker, choosing the right footwear may be the most important decision

to make. The shoes or boots you choose must be comfortable, durable and protective.

Select the appropriate shoes or boots based on the planned activity.

Mountaineering boots must be much heavier and more substantial than day-

hiking boots.

Learn about the materials used in hiking footwear. Do you need heavy,

waterproof materials or light-weight, breathable one?

Consider how boot construction will affect your activity


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Get your feet measured properly and then try on the boots with appropriate

socks. Take a test walk on a flat surface and then on an incline and check for

any slippage or discomfort.

Shoes: Thick and flowered soles give comfort and grip. In Malaysia, it is suitable for

jogging. If walking on a slippery stone, dont be hasty, get a gripping stand before

proceeding. On slippery high slopes, dig soles of shoes into ground.

Socks: Wool is the best material for socks. Cotton made socks are not suitable as they

can cause footsore. Transparent type of socks allows air movement. Short socks are

better for easy movement, while long socks are for sleeping.

Figure 8 Hiking Boot.Figure 9 Trekking/ Sport Shoe

Figure 9 Slippers/ sandals

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Personal and Group Equipment:PERSONAL GROUP

String:

for individual, 4 to 5 meters long. The good typeis the nylon. Usually this string used for hanging

clothes and tight for tent if applicable.

Polythene bag:

To load things before loading into backpacks and

other small or big items to avoid from getting wet.

Stationery:

For recording purpose during the journey.

Multipurpose knife:

A personal tool for cutting, opening cans, etc.

Keep in your pants or shirt pockets. Make sure it

is not rust.

Matches:

Individual tool. Wrap it in a small polythene bag.

It is better to use a lighter.

Whistle:

For individual to give as signal, specificallyduring emergencies.

Insect repellant:

Substance applied to the skin in order to provide

protection against biting of insects, primarily

mosquitoes, ticks, chiggers, fleas, etc.

First aid kit:

every individual needs to carry for personal usage.

Put where easy to take.

Torch light:

individual tool. When carrying in a bag, the

batteries should be taken out.

Night light:

Group tool. For discussion, cooking,etc. The hurricane gasoline type issuitable. Gasoline lights can be usedtoo.

Shovel:A group tool for digging holes. It is tiedto the backpack vertically and the sharpedge is wrapped. The foldable type is

better.

Parang:

Specifically for cutting and is worn atthe waist. The best size is 25 cm.

Navigational tools:Group tool. Map, compass and distance

measurer (according to activities).

First aid kit:For group, a person expert in themedical field should be in charge and bein the last row

Figure 11 First Aid Kits

Figure10

First Aid

Kits

Figure 10 whistle


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Cooking utensils: Stove: There are three types of stove for cooking which can be brought along, i.e.

gas stove, gasoline stove and the stove used by the army. In fact, you can make

your own stove by using firewood. The stove is a group equipment.

Gas stove:

it is suitable for camping by motor vehicle because the gas stove container

is very heavy. Therefore, it is not suitable for lightweight camping, or on

foot even though it is easy and fast to use. The cost is also a bit expensive. Gasoli ne stove:

This stove is cheaper and light but requires skill and caution while using it.

The fire is strong and cooks the food quickly. However, this stove is

difficult to handle.

Stove used by the army:

It requires a lighting material that is made of chemical material called

solid fuel. This stove is suitable to cook on mess tins. Another type of

lighting material used is a chemical that is put in a tin. To use, just light

the material in the tin. Firewood stove:

This stove needs wood as its lighting material. It also requires skill to

light the fire from wood and to make the stove from wood.

Fire is essential for cooking. It is important for cooking, heating the body and

provides lighting to the camping area. If you do not bring a stove, you will have to

cook on the ground by digging a hole and making the stove with wood or stones.

No matter what equipment you use to cook, you must always follow these rules:

Distance between the stove is 8-10 feet from the tents.

Make a small fire to maintain the cleanliness and safety.

Do not make a fire under the trees.

Put of the fire of unused stoves and cover the embers.

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Cooking/ eating container: The container must have a handle for easy handling

during cooking. Mess tins are recommended. One mess tin can be used to cook for

two person (if anyone eat less, it can cook for three person.). The mess tin is

standard in size. Besides, plate or bowl used must be plastic because it does not

break easily. Make sure you do not carry any glassware.

Water container: For water container, an aluminum or plastic cup is appropriate.

It is more convenient to bring a bottle set as it contains both. This set can be

carried with the belt or put in the backpack pocket. The reason for the water bottle

is for drinks along the way. Make sure you do not bring any glass containers.

Drinking water: Do not drink unflowing water, except after boiling. River water

flowing from the forest, upstream in the mountains, and far from pollution is safe

to drink directly. Water is best boiled or use water-sterilizing tablet. You need to

drink adequate water as your body keeps loosing water as you move about.

Figure 12 Mess tin Figure 13 Drinking bottle

Figure 14 Gas stoke/ Bunsen burner


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Survival items:They are to be used if you get lost from residential areas. They are fine salt, fishing hook and

string, matches, candles, mirror, plastic and its rubber string, trap string, needle & thread and

medical supplies.

Health and personal hygiene: Wash your hand before touching any food or use a

clean spoon. Cut your fingernails if long. During camping, use slippers to walk. Do

not wear wet clothes. Make sure you take anti-malaria pills before venturing into the

forest or remote area. Get enough rest and sleep. Do some light exercise once you are

up in the morning.

Bowel disposal: Bowel disposal is always a problem during camping. The problem

can be solved if you follow the instructions and regulations. For bowel disposal, it is

best to dig a hole, meter deep, meter x meter wide (the size of the hole

depends on the number of participants.). The wall can be made of cloth or leaves. It is

best to cover with some sand after each use. It is even better to use a chemical in the

hole. If camping alone, this is not a problem. You can dig a hole yourself by 15 cm

deep. Make sure the hole is covered back when leaving the camping area. Make sure

the followings are observed strictly:

Do not dispose your waste near the camping spot. Make a distance of at least

100 meters away.

Do not dispose your waste near a water source. Distance a 100 meters away. If

near a river, do it at the downstream.

Do not dispose your waste near tracks. Distance 100 meters away.

Do not waste in the water.

Garbage disposal: Garbage is the main factor dirtying a camp site. When planning

for camping, plan less food that causes much garbage. Do not dispose garbage likefood scraps or food everywhere. This can cause bad smell and attract flies. Dig a hole

and dispose the garbage in it. The distance between the hole and the tent must be 10

meters away and the hole must be covered when camping is over. Empty cans must be

buried or taken back along for proper disposal. Avoid fires, if need, make it as

minimum as possible.

After that, we selected the committees for our camping. There were a few

departments to select, which are Logistic, Food and Beverage, Safety, Religion and

Games and Activities.


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Hawser laid It is known as belati or manila. Generally,in Malaysia, the market for this rope is limitedto the big diameter. This is difficult to carry in

high slopes. This rope is also water absorbent.Normally, it will become heavy when soakedin water and this makes your journey difficult.This rope is also rough and if you use Figureof Eight on this rope that has contacted sand,

a big resistance will occur which will destroythe Figure of Eight.

Kermantle It is known as the break through rope forclimbers. In German, Ker means externaland mantle means Fibre stripe. Thischaracteristic protects the climber frompressure and knotting. Kermantle also has the

abrasion resistance. It is also water resistance.It is easy to carry. The standard size forclimbing purpose is between 45m to 50m witha diameter of 9mm to 11mm.

1. Dynamic ropeThe important characteristic of thisrope is it has energy absorptioncapacity which gives stretchabilityagainst weight (if falls).

2. Static rope

Its low stretching coefficient, they areunable to absorb energy and thereforenot suitable for abseiling/ rappellingactivities.

*How to differentiate dynamic and staticrope?

Dynamic rope usually has brighter colourthan static rope.

Dynamic rope.

Static rope


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This rope needs to achieve the strength limit as set by the Union International

des Association dAlpinisme (U.I.A.A.).

Size chart and strength:

1. 9mm (1452kg)

2. 11mm (2268kg)

Knot:

KNOT DESCCRIPTION FIGURE

Bowline Bowline is used to tie objects,

people, or animals whenreliability is important. The

bowline is good knot to tie to a

person in a rescue situation as it

will not strangle. It is the only

safe knot to use if you are tying a

rope around the neck of an

animal. Note that a bowline may

slip slightly and it should always

be finished off with a thumb

knot when it is tied to a person.

Thumb

knot

This knot is one of the most

fundamental knots and forms the

basis of many others including

the simple noose, overhand loop,

anglers loop, fishermans knot

and water knot. The overhand

knot is very secure, to the point

of jamming badly. It should be

used if the knot is intended to be

permanent. It is often used to

prevent the end of the rope from

unraveling.

Clove

hitch

It is a strong and easy to detach

anchor knot that can be used at

the end or in the middle point of

the rope.


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Double

fisherman

knot

This knot is a strong and useful

knot for creating slings or

joining ropes.

Extra Knot:


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Food:Food must be based on the following criteria:

Time

Nutritious

Cost/ budget

Weight

Suitable

Food for camping must be fast and easy to prepare but it does not mean that camping food should

not be emphasized. Food should be like daily fresh food, nutritious, easy to digest and contains

sufficient vitamins and proteins. This is essential because a lot more energy is used compared to

usual. Even though many thinks that you tend to eat less during camping. It is actually the otherway round that you need to consume more than usual. So, it is good to plan carefully before going

out camping. One suitable way is to prepare an eating schedule. With this schedule, you can

decide the type of food for every meal. This will save time and cost. Food like fish, meat and

vegetables are nutritious but cannot last long if not refrigerated. So, an alternative is to use dry and

fast food. Even though they are dry, the nutrition are maintained. Furthermore, food should be easy

to carry and can last for certain periods.

As mentioned above, whatever food you choose, it must be fast and easy to prepare. However, the

food must be good to eat and contain all the nutrition and vitamins needed. Wet food like meat,

fish and vegetables are nutritious but cannot last long if not refrigerated. An alternative is to bring

dry and fast foods. Eve though they are dry and fast to prepare, the nutrition and vitamins are

maintained. Apart from being easy to prepare, food for camping must be easy to carry and can last

for certain period.

Currently there is a lot of fast food like soup, mee, rice, and porridge.

Food like dried vegetables and fruits are also available. Dishes like

meat, fish, squid, and prawns, cooked in various recipes are available

and can be used for this type of activities. These foods are good for

such activities because it gives you convenience and variety. This

means you can eat whatever you want. You only need to consider the

quantity and your ability to eat. You can also prepare at home meat

Figure 15 Canned foods.


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and fish serunding which are good to eat and easy to bring for camping and durable activities.

Food distribution: When camping in group, food distribution is important. Make sure every

member has equal share. Every participant must bring complete food, not just one type. This will

ensure that you can still maintain a balance diet should something unexpected happen.

Outcomes:Some of the achievements enjoyed by an individual after performing physical recreational

activities are:

Happiness and fun- Through past experience, one can feel the joy and that those

experiences enriches oneself.

Satisfaction- After feeling the joy and fun, one will feel satisfied and have the sense of

being appreciated by others.

Balance- One needs something in between outside pressure and inside needs. If not, one

may feel stress and internal conflict may occur. This balance can be achieved by involving

in physical recreational activities.

Creativity- Outdoor activities enables ones physical to produce creativity.

Character building- Recreation can build characters, such as give and take, co-operation,

kindness, responsibility, manners and others that can build emotion balance.

Contests- Participation in outdoor activities gives opportunities to show ones talents

either compared to others or to compare to ones previous abilities.

Learning- One can learn a lot of new things and widens one thinking abilities through

outdoor activities.

Freedom- Physical recreational activities enable one to feel the freedom which is so

valuable personally.

Physical coordination- The physical may be developed.

Social relation and leadership- From physical recreation, better social relationship can be

build and maintained.

Conclusion:To entitle for a level certificate in outdoor recreation, one need at least 30 to 40 hours of

camping practical, lectures and programs. This certificate enable us to participate in any

Figure 16 Food distribution


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activities organized by Ministry of Youth & Sports, or any other organization that being

recognized to further higher level.

One can further their levels in outdoor camping activities through obtaining level II

certificates and then level III certificates. With the obtaining level III certificate, one is

acknowledge the leader in outdoor recreation.

Camping Record

Organization Chart

My Group MemberComposite Map

Equipment List (group)

Equipment List (individual)

Food List

Menu

Account Balance

Rules and Regulations

Camping Journal

What I had learnt throughout this course?


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Organization Chart

VICE-CAPTAIN

YEO CHUI PING

TREASURER

TING NGUONG SENG

RELIGION

DEPARTMENT

LOH CHUN LIANG

(TEAM A)

LOGISTIC DEPARTMENT

1. CRISPIN JEE CHEN HUNG

(POKOK)

2. JOSH WONG SHAO ZHE(SORA)

3. TAN CHEE HUAT

(LUCKY 7)

4. AWAB MOHAMED

(LIONS)

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

DEPARTMENT

1.CHAN SIN WEI

(SHIN CHAN)2.LEOW WEI QIN

(SEXY FREE AND SINGLE)

3.LEOW WEI NENG

(BONJOUR)

GAMES AND

ACTIVITY

DEPARTMENT

WONG KENG MUN

(ALPHA)

SAFETY AND MEDICAL

DEPARTMENT

1. KEVIN KAN SHIU KWANG

(MAYDAY)

2. GADIS VIKHA NATARI

(WAKAWAKA)

LECTURER

MR. ROSLI

CAPTAIN

JOSHUA TEOH HEIN YIK


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My Group Members

Department: FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Group Name: Shin Chan

Members:

1. Chan Sin Wei (LEADER) 16173 Chemical Engineering

2. Cheah Zi Chian 16632 Mechanical Engineering

3. Eileen Wong Wee Chin 16117 Mechanical Engineering

4. Josephine Kok Chin Hui 16201 Chemical Engineering

5. Ngui Jia Qi 16549 Petroleum Geoscience

6. Wong Lee Hong 16119 Mechanical Engineering

7. Yew Lih Chi 16580 Mechanical Engineering

Composite Map

BUKIT LARUT

(MAXWELL

HILL)

Tronoh

(Universiti

Teknologi

PETRONAS)


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Equipment List (Group)1. Big stove x2

2. Cylindrical gas tong (14kg) x1

3. Hose clip x2

4. Hose x1

5. Gas lamp x14

6. Big pot x1

7. Kuali x2

8. Spatula x2

9. Mess tin(set) x72

10.Tent x18

11.Ground sheet x2

12.Kettle x4

13.First aid kit x1

14.Pan x2

15.Gas stove x14

16.Cup x72

Equipment List (Individual) :1. Socks x12. Slipper x13. Water Bottle (2Litres) x14. Long Pants x15. Short Pants x1

6. Short Sleeve Clothes x37. Spoon + Fork x1set8. Towel x19. Toiletries x110.Torchlight + Batteries x111.Plastic Bags x512.Notebook + Stationeries x1set


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Food List (Group)1. Makmur baked beans x20 tins2. Yeo's kaya x5 tins

3. Rex Sardine x20 tins4. Planta butter (1kg) x1 tin5. Potato (5kg) x1box6. Onion (5kg) x1 bag7. Garlic (300g) x18. LKK kicap x1 bottle9. Sugar (1kg) x2 packs10. Fine salt x2 packs11. Boh Teabag (100s) x2 boxes

12. Boh teabag (25's) x1 boxes13. Curry chicken x20 tins14. Eggs (30s) x9 trays15. Gardenia bread (RM0.70) x10016. Bread loaf x14pack17. Tesco Biscuit x4 tins18. Oil (2kg) x1 bottle19. Rice (10kg) x2 packs20. Cabbage x6

21. Carrot x1 bag22. Chilli (500g) x123. Ajinomoto x3 packs24. Pepper x1 bottle25. Cucumber x2 bags26. Vinegar x1 bottle

Menu8

thDecember 2012 (Saturday)

1. Tea Break - biscuit and tea

2. Dinner - curry chicken & potato, cabbage and carrot, fried egg with onion

3. Supper- Biscuit and bread

9th

December 2012 (Sunday)1. Breakfast- baked bean with eggs, sardine, azar (cucumber +carrot), and tea

2. Lunch- bread with kaya and margarine, 2 boiled eggs


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Account BalanceSerial

No

Particulars Quantity Debit

(RM)

Credit

(RM)

1

23

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

2324

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

33

3435

36

37

38

39

40

CAPITAL

SugarMakmur Baked Beans

Rex Sardin

Planta

Yeos Kaya

Big Onions

Potatoes

Garlic

100s Boh Teabags

25s Boh Teabags

Ajinomoto

Salt

Pepper

Soy sauce

Red chilli

KOBIS BULA

LOBAK MERAH

TIMUN

TAMIN CUKA

Chicken eggs

YEOS CURRY CHICKEN

HIGH 5 RSPRESSO ROLLHIGH 5 CHOC CRM ROLL

GARDENIA CHOC ROLL

HIGH 5 B/BERRY ROLL

HIGH 5 VANILLA ROLL

GARDENIA BONANZA

Biscuits (800 g)

TV T/TOLL

NEPTUNE M.

RRS NAS ST

Washing detergents

KEN SPONGESULFUR

Paper cups

Souvenirs (Pen)

Plastic Bags

Car fuel claim

PAYBACK (EXTRA MONEY

COLLEDTED)

71 students

2 bags (1 kg)20 tins

20 tins

1 tin (1 kg)

5 tins

1 bag

1 bag

300 g

2 boxes

1 box

3 bags

2 bags

1 bottle

1 box

1 bag

6 bags

1 bag

2 bags

1 bottle

270

20 cans

1010

40

20

20

14

4 tins

1

1

2

2

28 bags

3 bags

2

3 sets

-

71 students

5.0036.00

70.00

12.00

21.00

7.00

8.00

2.00

24.00

3.60

3.00

0.80

SPONSOR

4.00

2.30

22.50

3.80

3.85

1.80

89.90

111.80

7.007.00

28.00

14.00

14.00

46.90

35.60

12.00

7.20

34.00

8.30

5.8016.00

14.55

18.00

8.50

43.40

667.4

1420.00

TOTAL

1420.00 1420.00


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Rules and Regulations

A. General Rules and Regulations

1. Students must abide by the Laws of Malaysia and all rules and regulations ofUniversiti Teknologi PETRONAS. Specifically, students should ensure that the

universitys reputation is noble.

2. Arrangement or instruction as given by the teacher, Mr. Rosli following by the classleader should be accepted. In case of confusion, their final decisions shall be referred.

3. Cleanliness of the camping site should be prioritized. All domestic wastes or rubbishshould be wrapped up properly and placed into designated litterbin. Cleanliness of the

camping place particularly praying area, washroom, dining hall and cooking area

must be preserved.

4. Smoking is austerely prohibited at the camping site. If caught, penalty will beaddressed.

5. All students must not stay in the opposite genders tent area throughout the campingperiod. Other restricted areas should be noticed too. If caught, penalty will be

addressed.

6. Students must participate in all the activities planned. For those who have healthproblem(s) should quickly report to the teacher. Permission should be obtained before

aborting from an activity.

7. Once the teacher or the group leader calls for an assembly, all students must gatherquickly. During any assembly before and after an activity, group leaders or

representatives must ensure the attendance of all members is full. For those who are

absent, group leaders should inform the reason.

8. Students are responsible to take care of their personal properties. The university willnot be liable for any damages or loss to the properties.

9. Should there be any enquiry or help required, kindly refer to your respective groupleaders first. Similarly, group leaders are responsible towards their group members.

10.The rules and regulations are subjected to changes or additions whenever necessary.

B. Specific Rules and Regulations: Safety1. All students must consider safety as the main concern in any activity. Unnecessary

horseplay or irresponsible action towards self and others safety should be avoided.

2. Whistle must be brought at any time. Please do not blow the whistle unless anemergency occurs. Please treat this as a serious matter as the situation is critical

during an emergency.

3. In case of emergency, students must be calm and follow the instructions given by theteacher and the class leader. Meanwhile, injuries should be reported as quickly as

possible.

4. During bed time, all students must stay in the tents except when going to washroom.

Sentries have the responsibility and authority to ensure all students comply with this

rule.


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Camping Journal

DAY/DATE: SATURDAY-SUNDAY (8TH

-9TH

DECEMBER2012)

VENUE:BUKIT LARUT,TAIPING

DATE / TIME ACTIVITY

8th

December

2012

(SATURDAY)

9.00am

We gathered at V2 maintenance office which is also known as busstation. Attendances were taken by the Captain and Vice-Captain.

There were 71 of us, 46 males and 25 females.

9.45am Members from Logistics department took cooking utensils and

tents at V6 store room before depart to the destination, Bukit

Larut, Taiping. We were given rules and regulations sheet duringthe journey.

11.30am We reached Perhentian Sungai Perak. Bus driver refill petrol. We

were given a time of 30 minutes to have lunch.

12.00pm Continue the journey to Bukit Larut, Taiping.

12.50pm Reached the camping spot, Bukit Larut, Taiping safely. We unloadthe things out from the bus. Waiver form were filled and

submitted. The muslims had their prayers before the briefing. Mr.

Rosli briefed us about the camping details including the borderline between boys and girls, times for meals, knot test, role of each

department, night guard, night safari visit and jungle trekking.2.00pm Tents were built up. We move all the belongings into the tent as

the hut was the venue for knot test.

2.15pm Group leaders had a small meeting and got sequence for knot test.

Everyone was practicing on the knots test.

2.30pm Knot test started. As I was in the Food and Beverage Department

(F&B) and my group were the 10th

group to be tested on knot test,

my friends and I started preparing the tea time. We cleaned the

kitchen, set up the gas stokes, and arranged the groceries in a good

manner. We boiled water and made tea for the tea-time of the day.

3.15pm Knot test was carried on. Members from House, Safety andEnvironment (HSE) poured sulphur around the tents to avoid

attacking of snakes. We prepared some the ingredients for dinner:

cabbages, carrot, onion and etc. Meanwhile, some people had their

rest time and some proposed a childhood game that is Bingo to

spend free time.

4.00pm Tea time was served with tea and a pack of biscuit. To ensure

fairness, few members from F&B distributed the food to the

participants. Due to lack of experiences, the tea was a bit tasteless.Yet, it drenched our thirst. Everyone washed their own glass after

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4.30pm Knot test was carried on. F&B started cooking although it was

raining at that time. We divided the works: cooking rice by using

mini rice cookers, frying eggs with onions, frying cabbages,

cutting potatoes, and opening canned curry chicken and etc.

6.00pm Knot test and F&B were carried on. Some people had their

shower. Members from Logistics Department washed the mess

tins. Captain distributed mess tin to every group leaders.

7.15pm Dinner was served. As usual, few members from F&B distributedthe food to the participants. Menu of the day was fried eggs with

onions, cabbages with carrot, curry chicken and potatoes.

Coincidentally, at that time my group were having knot test.

Luckily the food we prepared was sufficient; we had our dinner

around 8.00pm. The muslims had their prayers around that time

too.

8.30pm Everyone lined-up according to their respective group. We weregiven a short brief before going to the night safari at Taiping Zoo.

Head count was made before we depart.

9.00pm It took approximately 30 minutes walking from camp site to thezoo. Each group leader collected money for night safari entrance

ticket from their group members. While the captain lining up to

buy the tickets, some of us bought food and drinks at the nearby

stall and snapping pictures around the stage.

10.00pm After a long queue, we decided to walk instead of riding train tovisit the night safari (save time). We were told to gather at the

main entrance by 12am.9

thDecember

2012

(SUNDAY)

12.00am

Everyone gathered at the main entrance. After head count, we

backed to our camp site.

12.40am Arrived at camp site. Supper was prepared but everyone seemed

tired. We took turn to shower and off to bed. There were 2 groupsmembers did their rope test at that time due to running out of time

in the evening. Group who responsible for night guard stayed

awake to guard the camp site.

2.30am Sleep.5.30am Awaked. We started preparing the breakfast. Mr. Rosli requested

us to have high calories breakfast as we will be having vigorous

exercise in the morning. Hence, we swapped the menu forbreakfast with lunch. We started cooking sardine fish, baked beans

with eggs and azar (cucumber mixed with carrot in vinegar).

Work divisions were done successfully. There were people slicingonions, chopping cucumber, opening can food (sardine and baked

beans), cooking baked beans and etc.

7.30am Breakfast was served. As usual, few members from F&B

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dishes, perhaps we are not used to have heavy meal in the

morning.

8.15am Preparation for jungle trekking was done. Sufficient water and

food were brought along. Warming up was done before we

proceeded to jungle trekking to avoid unwanted accident. Briefing

was given by Mr. Rosli before the jungle trekking. The head of

HSE was moving in the middle of the group (standby anytime).

8.30am Jungle trekking started.

9.30am After 3km of jungle trekking, we reached Point 2A. Due to one of

the participants had muscle cramp during the jungle trekking, ourgroup was separated into 2 groups: one leading while another one

lagging. Fortunately, there were kind passer-by leads the lagging

group in the jungle. We had rest at there. After having rest, someparticipants continued walking to Tea Garden (another 3km) while

some decided to return.10.25am I decided to continue the climbing.

11.50am We finally reached the half of the mountain, Tea Garden. We felt

satisfactory after went through many curves and slopes uphill. We

enjoyed the view and weather there. We had photo session at there

as well.

12.30pm Way back to camp site. It was the most memorable and enjoying

moment for me. Listening to songs and chit-chatting with friends

as walking down as less energy consumed less if compare to

climbing.

1.15pm Arrived at camp site. We were assigned to move our belongingsout from the tent so that the logistics members can keep the tents.

As if raining, we need to dry the tent by ourselves which is extra

jobs for us. We started spreading the breads with planta butter andkaya for lunch. We boiled water for the hard boiled eggs and tea.

Some people are too hungry after the climbing; they straight away

ate the leftover rice. Some went to bath to get themselves refresh.

1.30pm Lunch was served. Everyone was given 2 hard-boiled eggs, 4

slices of breads and a cup of tea. At the meantime, we took turn toshower. Cleaning of kitchen was carrying out at the same time too.

2.30pm Closing ceremony. Mr. Rosli gave his speech. He reminded us onthe next lecture and the logbook submission. Handling of

souvenirs had done too.

2.45pm Logistic members load all the things we brought on bus. We left

the camp site. Buns were distributing in the bus. We had our rest.

4.30pm We reached UTP safely. Everyone backed to their respective

hostel.

Lecture + Camping = Total Hours:


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12 hours + 28 Hours = 40 Hours

What I had learnt throughout this

course?Through lectures, we were exposed to the fundamentals and theories on

recreation and adventure including food.

Through the camping on 8th and 9th December at Bukit Larut, Taiping, we

develop leadership skill and teamwork spirit. As I was in Food and Beverage

Department, we brainstormed on the menus and bought the ingredients together

before the camping. During the camping, we successfully had equal and just

work divisions among the members. We had great communication among

members and we achieved cooperation. I build up our fitness too when jungle

trekking at Bukit Larut, Taiping. We help each other during the journey. We

had real and practical experiences, but not just the theoretical lectures.

I had fun and joy throughout the whole course. I get along with new friends andlearn something that is non-academic which broaden my knowledge.


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