Wednesday, April 30, 2008
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Here’s a brief summary of the points bought up during today’s debrief:
Logistics:
It was a little disorganized (ropes, phonebook).
Try outs are necessary and more preparations are required before hand.Always think ahead, anticipate possible problems and come up with solutions so that you will not be caught unprepared.
Ping pong ball game is a bit too time consuming to set up, maybe you can garner the participants’ help in preparation.
The sequencing of the phone book relay was a little messy.
Instructions given weren’t very clear. Prepare what you need to say before the activity.
Job allocation and communication can be more efficient (I’ll collate the email address and send the contact list to the J1s asap).
As a whole today’s activity is pretty smooth. The phone book relay is innovative. As snr Terence suggests, you guys can come up with activities that are more physical demanding and builds team work/ team cohesion.
We really appreciate the efforts put in and you guys actually met up on your own free time to plan. (We understand that you have PW datelines to meet etc etc) It's really nice seeing the J1s working together to come up with all these.
And most importantly we had fun :)
Well done!
Thank you snr Terence for coming down today.
Priscilla
update-11:50 PM
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Tuesday, April 29, 2008
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PT resumes tomorrow.
Land PT.
Reporting time for J2s is 3pm
Since the J1's assembly will end late tomorrow reporting time for J1s is 3.30pm.
In any case if J1s do not end late please turn up outside ODAC store at 3pm as usual.
J2s report in your ODAC official T and dark coloured shorts.
J1s report in any NYJC related T and dark coloured shorts.
All of you please bring a full set an extra set of undergarment because there is one part which one might get wet. so that at least if one would to get wet, he and she can still change back to his or her uniform after training.
Tomorrow will be a fun day proudly organised by our very own J1s. So do look forward to it.
*NOTE: J2s NIGHTCYCLING ICs to bring $15(Not renting bike) or $25(Renting Bike)
-Daniel
update-8:27 PM
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Tuesday, April 22, 2008
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J1sWe will be have a "sharing session" tomorrow. There will be no need to turn up in your usual ODAC attire. You may turn up in any school related attire tomorrow.
Please come with an open mind and be ready to engage in the discussion. (J2s who are not involved in the nightcycling are allowed to join in.) Bring along pen and paper as well for tomorrow.
Expected end time can range from 5pm-6.30pm.
J2sOnly those who are involved in Nightcycling will have to turn up tomorrow. Those who are not involved need not turn up. Anyone interested please inform Jeremy. Since people involved in nightcycling have to test out the games. Please turn up in your
ODAC Tee shirt and dark coloured shorts.NOTE: For J2 ODACIANS interested, prioity spaces goes to the school. BUT if u can manage to get 5 of ur friends to join, u're in.Reporting time: 3pm
Venue: outside ODAC store
-Daniel Khoo
President of NYODAC.
update-7:59 PM
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Thursday, April 17, 2008
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NIGHT CYCLING 2008
For those going for tmr's recce.. pls take note!- Meet in school at 10pm! [Don't be late]
- Please TRY to get as much rest as possible before that
- Wear bright colour shirt & shoes
- Travel light & bring snacks/cash
Just for info, our final route will be :
School (start) --> Mt Faber --> Joo Chiat --> East Coast Park (end)
Our event date is 3rd May, so pls start spreading this around to your friends, annoucment will be made nxt tues, sign up on wed. So hopefully we can get our shirt sizes ASAP and do the printing.
Ppl that must come for tmr:
- QiHui
- Daniel Khoo
- YiQian
- YaYing
- HengSiong
- Kevin
- Jun Hong
- HeungKin
- Stanley
- Darren
- Shaun (technician)
- PeakSiah (medic)
- Daniel Tham (NC com)
- Desmond (NC com)
- WaiKwan (NC com)
- Those whose names are aboved, pls drop me a sms to acknowledge!
- Those who can't make it, pls tell me also!
- Those that want to come but ur name is not inside pls CALL/MSG me!
Labels: Jeremy
update-8:34 PM
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Tuesday, April 15, 2008
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Activity, LAND PT
When: 15thApril, Wednesday
Time: 3pm
Report outside ODAC store
J2s
ODAC official shirt with shorts
J1s
Orientation shirt and shorts
Please bring along a towel tomorrow
Hydrate people (:
update-8:16 PM
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Sunday, April 13, 2008
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Funds collection for J2s
For those who have yet to pay the $2 April ODAC fund and $6 for those who were involved in the Kaleiscope, please look for me in the morning from 7.15am or so to make your payment(s) these few days. Sms me @ 91765378 if you can't locate me. Thank you!
Kelvin ODAC Treasurer
update-9:33 PM
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Feedback for Night Cycling recce
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To ICs, Jeremy and Waikwan & the rest of the odacians who participated.
Firstly, thanks for letting me tag along with the recce. I'll be reliterating some of the points that i've covered during the trip as well as giving you all some suggestions which may improve the overall appeal & safety of the activity.
Safety-
- Traffic rules are well observed.
- Every group should have at least 2 first aiders so that should any half be separated, they have first aiders to attend if any injuries occur
- Brief your participants beforehand on the danger zones and remind them of it again at the respective checkpoints in which the danger zone lies ahead
- Place sufficient marshallers @ both uphill & downhill bends
- Do not block the filter lane.Move your people closer up to the traffic light.
- Always watch out for vehicles behind you
- Keep a minimum safety distance between cyclists. Give yourself ample time to stop.
- Do not be complacent when going down slopes. It is alright to have fun, but know when to press the brakes.
- All your ICs need to remember all the route and the Standard Operating Procedure (set by someone with all having the common understanding) should any emergency happen.
Route-
- Generally okay
- Route up Mt Faber is challenging and interesting. Should encourage all to cycle up. Take a break the the carpark at the first half before taking up the steeper part of the slope. First timers are very likely to experience cramps, do watch out for their safety
- To Bedok reservoir I feel is abit redundant-moving further away from your end point without purpose
Suggestions-
- Schedule deliberate rest points. The night is long and tiring, so give the participants sufficient breaks. Even better if you can include places with food
- Seek out places of interest. Highlight them as your rest points/ checkpoints. You may want to include bond building activities to make it interesting. Make full use of your location/surroundings. (if not, night cycling will be no different from cyling at night round the school track)
- Try to minimise right turns if possible. Its dangerous if you have a long stretch of cyclist and some cannot turn in time. Vehicles may be speeding straight.
- Say half of the group gets caught at the red light, the front group need not stop to wait, just slow down will do.
- No need to stop at every red light. There are obvious ones that can avoid. Definitely not T-junctions, don't siao siao ar (Need abit of on road experience, so i don't recommend. Stick to your usual practices)
- You will meet participants who think or are very pro and try to "outwin" you. You will have to stress to them the importance of safety and they are participating under the school's name. Tough luck to the IC, most likely they will BOH CHAP you, persuasion is a soft skill you'll have to learn.
- Take note of weak cyclists and put them at the front.
That's all I have. The above are just some comments given based on my experiences. Pardon me if there is anything you don't agree with. Any queries please feel free to ask =) I'll be glad to answer them.
Cheers,
Ter
PS: Wishing Peak Seah a speedy recovery.
update-7:50 PM
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Tuesday, April 8, 2008
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Activity9thApril20082.45pm outside
ODAC storeBring swimwear, goggles, towel, extra set of clothes, toiletries for bathing.
**Bring 50cents for entry fee**We will proceed to AMK swimming complex after gathering.
Please ensure your ezlink card has money in it.
JC2sOdac official tee
JC1sOrientation tee
update-7:55 PM
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Monday, April 7, 2008
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Bike Rally 2008 is coming!
This time with a second start point. Participants can now choose to start at either East Coast (original start point) or NTU (newly added) by simply indicating on the registration form. Limited spaces for the 2nd start point so...Register early to avoid any disappointment!!Event Date1st June 2008East Coast Park (128km)NTU S&RC (85km)Cost of registration: Public ($20)Register online @:http://ntusportsclub.ecpresence.com/bikerally2008/bikerallyweb/regi.htmClosing date on 16th May 2008 so HURRY!
update-8:31 PM
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Sunday, April 6, 2008
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National Runway Cycling and Skating 2008 is back!Registration now open!Date: Sunday, 25 May 2008
Time: 7.30am (gate opens by 7am)
Venue: Paya Lebar Air Base
200 Airport Road Singapore 534257
Good news!Complimentary two-way shuttle service will be provided for participants to and from Eunos MRT Station.
Buses will depart from Eunos MRT Station from 6.30am - 10am and from Paya Lebar Air Base from 10.15am - 12.30pm.
Register Online Now!at
http://www.safra.sg/nrwcs.aspx?pageid=2614
update-7:06 PM
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Tuesday, April 1, 2008
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ODAC Orientation ActivityWhen: Wednesday(tmr)
Time: 2.45pm
Where: Outside ODAC store
J1sInterested J1s please gather at the pull up bar area near the ODAC store in
ANY Orientation tshirt and dark colored shorts (can be PE shorts).
J2s1) Attire: ODAC official t and dark colored shorts.
2) Please bring $2 for ODAC fund.
3) Group I/Cs who went for kaleidoscope please bring extra $6 to pay for lunch, dinner & bus fair.
4) PLEASE SUBMIT CCA INVOLVMENT FORM TMR!
Please do not be late!
Asthmatic people remember to bring your inhaler (:
update-7:21 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.