Pesta Ubin 2024 programme organised by Cicada Tree Eco-Place
Twenty people gathered on Pulau Ubin on 8 June for a 2-hour nature-culture walk-cum-talk and makan, all on the theme of coconuts and the Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera), our graceful and amazing native tree of life. The group met Teresa Teo Guttensohn, the activity lead, at the 椰子 (Yēzi) drink stall at Ubin main village. They refreshed themselves with a delicious, fresh kelapa, supporting the islanders with their purchase.
The group, led by co-founders, Teresa Teo Guttensohn and Andrew Tay, then headed to a coconut grove to check out the wildlife! They learned about the toddy palm (another name for coconut tree) and saw musang (palm civet) scat, evidence that civets call this coconut grove home too! Everyone learned about our other native coastal plant, the seashore nutmeg, with its small, bright-red fruit. The group had lots of fun at the coconut grove and took many photos!
After the walk, everyone adjourned to the Ubin Volunteer Hub to discover the importance and ethnobotanical uses of தேங்காய் (Tēṅkāy) in our local and regional cultures via an engaging talk by Teresa. Saving the best for last, everyone enjoyed healthy tea and fragrant coconut snacks prepared by Teresa and Supatra!
Thanks to volunteers Teresa, Denise, Sean, Andrew, Jeryl, Mindy and Supatra.
[*Free!]Saturday 8 Jun 10:00am-12:00pm Going Coconuts on Ubin! Organised by Cicada Tree Eco-Place. Walk & Talk led by: Teresa Teo Guttensohn.
Can you imagine Pulau Ubin without the swaying Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera)? If you love this graceful and amazing native tree of life, meet Teresa at the 椰子 (Yēzi) drink stall at Ubin main village. Refresh yourself with a delicious, fresh kelapa, and support the islanders at the same time. Next, we will head to a coconut grove to check out the wildlife that lives on or around the palms. Thereafter, we will head indoors to discover the importance and ethnobotanical uses of தேங்காய் (Tēṅkāy) in our local and regional cultures. Participants will be treated to healthy tea and fragrant coconut snacks.
Wet weather: This is a rain or shine event. In case of thunderstorm, we will conduct the activity indoors.
Targeted maximum number of pax (participants): 30 pax
You will be notified via mobile and/email if successfully enrolled.
You will be notified via mobile and/email if successfully enrolled. *2-way boat ride at your own cost.
Love Chek Jawa walks by Cicada Tree Eco-Place
Walk brief:
Chek Jawa, at the south-eastern tip of Pulau Ubin, is a treasure to visit. It’s diversity of wild ecosystems – rare rocky shore, rich sea grass meadows, ancient coral rubble, lush mangrove and coastal forests – are sanctuary to amazing biodiversity. Birdlife International identified it as an Important Bird Area, as it supports significant numbers of both resident and migratory bird species. In the year 2000, the announcement that Chek Jawa was to be destroyed by land reclamation activated nature lovers who got together to ask the government for its conservation. The following year, the authorities announced that reclamation of Chek Jawa will be deferred for the next 10 years. We visit to keep Chek Jawa close to our hearts, for it to be protected and conserved forever. Join us to learn why Chek Jawa should be gazetted as a Nature Reserve.
Charge: Free for the guided tour. Participants only need to pay for their own bumboat rides, and the minibus return ride to Chek Jawa ($6 per pax).
Capacity: 15 pax per walk
Organised by: Cicada Tree Eco-Place
Contact person: Andrew Tay, nature educator
Wet weather plan: This is a rain or shine event.
Registration is required.
Note: More details will be given to confirmed participants.
What is the magic of Pang Sua Woodland? What drove a volunteer group of conservationists and environmental activists to advocate for its preservation? What is the fate of this tiny yet significant sanctuary along the Green Rail Corridor? Hear from the book editorial team as they share their experiences of trying to keep this little patch of greenery intact for wildlife and people.
Join us at the launch of Pang Sua Woodland: Sanctuary Unveiled Along the Rail Corridor (Second Edition) with Poetry Reading & Panel Chat with Book Editorial Team (Teresa Teo Guttensohn, Dr Ho Hua Chew, Leong Kwok Peng)
Event details:
Sat 18 May 2024, 7pm to 8pm Book Bar 57 Duxton Road, S089521 Free of charge. Limited seats. Coffee, Tea & Vegan Snacks will be served.
Organised by: Cicada Tree Eco-Place and Nature Society Singapore In partnership with: Book Bar Book printing sponsored by: Bollywood Farms Pte. Ltd.
