The Oracle speaks

Having survived the hunger pangs through the long journey, the students finally reached the first stop at Yong Peng where they had their breakfast and toilet break.After at least 12 hours of sleeping on the bus, they finally reached their destination where they would set up their tents for the night. I was really excited as this is my first time to Pahang.

I was paired up with Sara and the first group we were checking was the Rangers at Pasir Sia. By the time we reached the jetty, it was already pitch dark. We were supposed to get across the river in this small local village boat where the campsite was. We waited for a while for the boatman to arrive and we were flashing our torch lights to communicate with our teachers across the river. While waiting in pitch darkness and listening to the music made by the insects, I was starting to wonder if there were crocodiles in the water. We finally boarded the boat and made our way across the river. The entire area was full of students, not just Temasekians but also students from 2 other schools. Our students had already set up their tents and all of them had gathered in their groups sitting on the sandy shore. Some groups were cheering while the rest were simply chit-chatting with their friends and teachers. Most of the students looked fine and comfortable though many expressed that they are exhausted from the long bus journey. Not long after, it started to drizzle and lightning could be sighted. I started to get a little worried as I looked out for trees that might have caused possible danger. After seeing that the tents were far away from the trees, we were assured that the students would be safe. As we getting ready to leave for the second destination of the night, the students were returning to their tents getting ready for a good night’s rest.

After about half on hour of car ride, we reached Kota Gelangi where the Explorers are camping. Wow, the cave was magnificient! The students' tents were all inside the cave, protected, and safe from the rain and strong wind.No worries from falling trees finally! Going back to the hostel, not hotel like what Anthony had promised.. tired.. but looking forward to tomorrow's programme. :) Nite!