Planning a school expedition
Dear Parents and Students,
We area unit coming up with a visit to Kranji Reservoir next Sabbatum. one among the most objectives of this trip is to boost our awareness of the species of birds in our country and to {understand} and understand the fragile ecological balance in nature. evangelical bird watches won't be frustrated with the opportunities to examine a number of Singapore's exquisite birds settled within the northwest of the island. With the presence of angiospermous tree and fresh-water swamps there, participants can seemingly be ready to encounter a large kind of forest and park birds.This includes the Yellow heron, a tall European water-bird that makes a deep hollow sound, the long -tailed parroket with its long quill feather and multi-colored plume and conjointly the Philippine shiny oscine that is well seen with its sleek, shiny, black inexperienced radiancy. Participants may be careful for the white bellied Sca-eagle, the well-camouflaged collared hooter and therefore the Brahminy Kite amongst several others.
An early morning visit (Between seven am and eleven am) to the current reservoir is usually recommended. This can be the time once the birds rummage around for food, sing to 1 another and dry their feathers within the daylight. As such, we'll assemble at the college canteen at 6:30 am With the hired bus, we should always be ready to reach our destination by 1/4 past seven.
It is suggested that every one participant bring on a combine of binoculars, which can prove helpful, a bottle of water, a notebook and a pencil, along with a book of facts on birds for identification functions. whereas it's elective to bring a cap or some repellent, it's a requirement for participants to decorate in comfy covering and smart footwear.
We have engaged associate old native bird watcher to additionally enrich our learning. Interested participants arasure} needed to submit their names to me by the top of the week and pay three for the transport price. Through my personal expertise, I will assure you that this trip are a satisfying one. So, don't hesitate to register for it.
Yours sincerely,
Philip Yap
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