Fairy:applecore:[quote=\"mjl\"]
58.x% A1s and A2s.
Thanks mjl and fatal illuxions!
Can I trouble both of you for another matter? My dd is in Sec 2 now and is getting nervous over the prospect of OBS next year, as she is not the outdoor-sy or sporty sort, and is only a beginner swimmer. Would appreciate if you could give a as detailed as possible outline of what happens roughly day to day, so that she can be mentally prepared. Better still, do either of you happen to have kept a copy of the itinerary?
One senior told her they spent 10 hours canoeing! Is this true? What about safety measures? Do they force all pupils through the obstacles? My dd has a fear of heights and I am very concerned about her safety on high obstacles. Do you know of anyone being excused because of this phobia or is a doctor's letter required?
Is there such a thing as 'non-residential' OBS? My dd heard an announcement a few days ago for theses pupils. Who qualifies for this category?
Thank you in advance for your help and advice. 
Hi applecore,
My son, from RI just returned from OBS last week. I believe the programme for both RI & RGS should be quite similar, though I think they might stretch the boys more.
Yes, they did in fact spent 2 days rowling (not canoeing); from Ubin to Pungol & back. If i remember what he said correctly, there were 6 or 7 members to a boat. Before the activity, they had to test the life vest by going into the water. Other than that, I don't think there's any swimming involved.
They were given food supplies which were mainly instant noodles, Milo powder (eat the pwder instead of making into beverages), Musli bars & etc.
They had to leave their bags in the store room. They were issued a camping bag to be used for the duration of the camp.
They pitched tents for ''sleeping'', no dormitory for the boys. It was rainning all days during his camp, so they were practically soaked in a pool of dirty water inside the tent. All the belongings he brought back stank!
There's this activity where they have to walk solo in the dark (forested area), w/o the aid of torch light.
There is also a rope climbing activity, not sure what you call that. Don't worry, the instructor wont force you if you really cant do it, i believe.
For the boys, they can forget about bathing or brushing their teeth.. :lol:
The equipments/gadgets that were issued to them - an inventory count will be conducted at the end of the camp. The students have to pay for the missing stuff.
My ds' quite fit for his built (thin), yet i was worried for his safety the whole week he was at OBS. I can understand your concern. My dd will also be going for her OBS next year with yours (RGS) and she's really excited and looking forward to it. I'll still worry, beacuse my ds is not as fit for her built (not thin).[/quote]Wow, good trainig for NS.
What a bonding period!!
Regards
