NY ODAC

Monday, December 17, 2007 - -;

ODACians, I apologise for the last minute notice but I have good news, the Trek this wednesday has been approved.

I will now provide you with all the necessary information you need.

Firstly, Food ICs, I require you to inform me and Priscilla the number of people who will be turning up on Wednesday. I need the information by tomorrow 12pm. Anyone who report after that will not be allowed to attend. So start spaming those who have not replied.

Secondly, Food ICs, you may start purchasing your ingredients for Outdoor Cooking. This Outdoor Cooking will be a competition among the different Marine Groups. Prepare such a way that there is enough food for all the marine group members attending (this include the organisers within your own group ) + 1 more person

Note that you will have 2 mess tins but only 1 gas stove. The good thing is you have 1hr30min perhaps 2hrs of preparation and eating time. You may include things like spices or any form of ingredient to make ur food better like SALT, PEPPER, CHILLI, GARLIC, ONION and even MISO. They are ALLOWED! Anything as long as it is not artificial (like Soy Sauce), or canned food. Dried Noodles are allowed. However, no INSTANT NOODLES.

Please bring your own Salt and Pepper. Heng Siong from Stingray will be buying a bottle of oil which we will be sharing.

If your group is cooking anything soup based or requires water you have to bring your own water. ( This water is only used for cooking ! The mess tins will only be washed in school before and after use. )

Thirdly, here is a checklist of what you are suppose to bring on wednesday itself. On that day please wear

ODAC long sleeve shirt with NYJC shorts

NO sling bags allowed!

1) Insect repellent (army market gel versions are the most effective) (this is a must do not depend others for it because the mosquitoes are rather viscious! Seriously!)

2) Tissue paper (This is a MUST !)
3) Water bottle at least one *1.5 litres
4) Blind fold( you can use a towel )
5) Extra full set of clothes (ODAC short sleeve. NYJC shorts plus undergarment)(water proof them)(this is a must)

6) Whistle (this is a must)
7) Towel (do not use the same towel if you are using blindfold)
8) Strong Torchlight (this is a must)
9) Extra Batteries
10 )Poncho (this is a must)
11) Water shoes/ unwanted shoes that can be thrown away or easily washed. (this is a must)
12) Ziploc Bags
13) Plastic Bags
14) Gloves (optional) for rope activites.
15) Slippers (optional)
16) PACK YOUR OWN LUNCH!
17) On-the-Go food.
18) Ez-link CARD (this is a must)
19) Utensils like plates metal forks and spoon
20) Chopping board and knives (if you need them)(you can cut your food in advance)

On 19th of December:

Report to school at 7.00am

Wear ODAC long sleeve shirt and NYJC shorts.

Latecomers will not be entertained.

I am sorry due to safety reasons we have actually bought some equipment that requires payment by everyone in ODAC. Roughly i think $5 per person.

I must recieve the names from the food ICs. If not I will deem you all as not present.

The event will be from 7.00am to perhaps... 11pm (not very sure keep you all updated soon.)

In case of emergency (please pass this number to your parents). You may contact Mr Ong at 97605762

-Daniel

update-11:28 PM

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General Information

CCA Hours: Every Tuesday and Thurs, 5.30 - 7pm

NANYANG ODAC 12th batch

Teachers-in-charge: Miss Sherilyn Tan, Mr Gurmit Singh & Mr Terence Lin &
President: Melvin Lai
Vice-President: Jeremy Lin

Exco: Under construction

Members: Under construction

The J1s (2014) is the current 12th batch of NYODAC. Since the beginning of the year, we have participated in activities such as Odac Camp and rockclimbing courses where we achieved a level one in rockclimbing. ODAC has also held a year-end expedition to Pulau Ubin for the whole college in 2011. In addition, ODAC has also achieved at least 1 star in kayaking as well as attended a Windsurfing course.

For more information, please refer to the blog for future updates or feel free to approach any NYODACIANS.

History

NY ODAC was established in 1978 and was formerly known as OAC. The motto of OAC was "The experience is YOURS".
During that time, OAC focused more on discipline and was more regimental as compared to the current ODAC. Mrs Koh was the teacher-in-charge then.
Furthermore, 4 marine groups, namely Blue Whale, Dolphin, Marlin and Stingray were initiated in the early years of OAC.

In 2003, Mr Thaddeus Lawrence took over the 1st ODAC. The 1st ODAC is also known as the 25th OAC and has a strength of about 20.
Mr Lawrence took part in the Sahara Desert Run in July 2009.

The motto of ODAC is "Challenge your limits". As an odacian,we strive to explore and push our limits, be it physically or mentally, especially when participating in outdoors activities.
In addition, all odacians adhere to the following 8 qualities:

Commitment
Determination
Discpline
Integrity
Responsibility
Nature Appreciation
To have Adventurous Spirit
To be a good team player

In 2004, Mr Ong Jiun Hoe and Ms Yap Chiew Ring joined ODAC. ODAC engages in both land and water activities.

In 2005, Ms Lynette Poh joined the ODAC family, leaving in 2006.

In 2006, Ms Seah joined us and assisted Mr Ong in running the club, both stepping down in 2007.

In 2010, Mr Ong came back and together with the newly joined teachers, Mr Loy Suan Hui and Ms Chim Yi Hui, they run the club together.

In 2011, Ms Tan Shuyun, Ms Tan Yi Zhen Sherilyn and Mr Gurmit took over Odac.

NY ODAC has participated in various competitions which include the Adventure Race Singapore, Adventure Trail Challenge and annual Vertical Marathon. Moreover, ODAC also participate in other activities such as the Outdoor Training Camps, Night Cycling and De Urbanised Traverse.

In 2012, Ms Tan Shuyun left the odac family, and Mr Gilbert Tay joined in.

In 2014, Mr Gilbert Tay left the odac family, and Mr Terence Lin joined in. Together with Mr Gurmit and Ms Tan Yi Zhen, they run the club.