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| Have fun hunting for treasure at Ubin! |
Besides enjoying your visit to Pulau Ubin, slow your pace and take some time to hunt for our hidden treasure tags, learn more about Ubin Town and win attractive prizes!
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Showing posts with label free of charge. Show all posts
14 May - 12 Jun: FREE Treasure Ubin treasure hunt with Treasure SG
Win prizes! Join this mini treasure hunt around Ubin Town! Every day of Pesta Ubin.
Besides enjoying your visit to Pulau Ubin, slow your pace and take some time to hunt for our hidden treasure tags, learn more about Ubin Town and win attractive prizes!
Besides enjoying your visit to Pulau Ubin, slow your pace and take some time to hunt for our hidden treasure tags, learn more about Ubin Town and win attractive prizes!
14 May - 12 Jun: FREE Kampung Photo Booth at Uncle Lim's shop
Have a FREE Kampung makeover!
Just drop by Uncle Lim's shop at the centre of Ubin Town. Choose from cool props and quirky kampung accessories. Take a photo and post it #PestaUbin so your friends share in the fun at Pesta Ubin! Available every day of Pesta Ubin!
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| Have fun getting into the kampung spirit! |
Just drop by Uncle Lim's shop at the centre of Ubin Town. Choose from cool props and quirky kampung accessories. Take a photo and post it #PestaUbin so your friends share in the fun at Pesta Ubin! Available every day of Pesta Ubin!
14 May -12 Jun: FREE colouring the big Pulau Ubin Fun Map at Uncle Lim's shop
Limited copies of the 15-year-old Pulau Ubin Fun Map are available at Uncle Lim's shop anytime during Pesta Ubin.
The intricate map is full of details of Ubin kampungs, places, people. Some of which are already lost. Also, the amazing mangroves, forests and wildlife that abound on the island and in the waters around it.
It takes hours to colour the map! Come to Uncle Lim's shop to colour a shared copy of the map with everyone. This colouring activity is free. If you want a map of your own, limited copies are for sale (see below.)
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| Come colour this rare map for free during Pesta Ubin! |
The intricate map is full of details of Ubin kampungs, places, people. Some of which are already lost. Also, the amazing mangroves, forests and wildlife that abound on the island and in the waters around it.
It takes hours to colour the map! Come to Uncle Lim's shop to colour a shared copy of the map with everyone. This colouring activity is free. If you want a map of your own, limited copies are for sale (see below.)
14 May - 12 Jun: "Islands of Memories - Pulau Ubin" by Juria Toramae
Re-live gentler days of a simpler life on the island.
Juria presents "Island of Memories - Pulau Ubin" an exhibition of 51 nostalgic photographs - personal and found - of things and ordinary people on the island from the past till present day.
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| Islands of Memories - Pulau Ubin |
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| Thank you to Uncle Lim for hosting the exhibition at his shop. |
Juria presents "Island of Memories - Pulau Ubin" an exhibition of 51 nostalgic photographs - personal and found - of things and ordinary people on the island from the past till present day.
14 May -12 Jun: "Vertebrates of Pulau Ubin" a photo exhibition by Nature Society (Singapore)
Pulau Ubin is home to amazing animals! Did you know that the Greater Mousedeer was thought 'probably extinct' in Singapore? Until it was sighted on Pulau Ubin by scientists, for the first time in 80 years.
Come to Uncle Lim's shop in Ubin Town to get a glimpse of this and other fascinating Ubin animals at a photo exhibition specially put together for Pesta Ubin by the Vertebrate Study Group and the Bird Group of the Nature Society (Singapore).
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| The elusive Greater Mousedeer lives on Pulau Ubin! |
Come to Uncle Lim's shop in Ubin Town to get a glimpse of this and other fascinating Ubin animals at a photo exhibition specially put together for Pesta Ubin by the Vertebrate Study Group and the Bird Group of the Nature Society (Singapore).
14 May (Sat): Chek Jawa boardwalk tour with the Naked Hermit Crabs
Specially for kids and families! A trip to Pulau Ubin is incomplete without a visit to Chek Jawa, one of Singapore's richest ecosystem.
Join the Naked Hermit Crabs for another one of their amazing walks and experience what nature has to offer!
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| Fun for the whole family! |
Join the Naked Hermit Crabs for another one of their amazing walks and experience what nature has to offer!
14 May (Sat): Evening at the Wayang Stage by the Singapore HeritageFest 2016
This activity is part of the Singapore HeritageFest 2016, which is a standalone annual Singapore-wide festival in its 13th year.
Thanks to Singapore HeritageFest 2016, enjoy an evening of free performances by local artistes who will share stories and music of Pulau Ubin. We are thrilled that among them will be Inch Chua, who first performed for Pulau Ubin Open House in 2014!
Also, film screenings!
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| Inch Chua performing at Pulau Ubin Open House 2014. |
Thanks to Singapore HeritageFest 2016, enjoy an evening of free performances by local artistes who will share stories and music of Pulau Ubin. We are thrilled that among them will be Inch Chua, who first performed for Pulau Ubin Open House in 2014!
Also, film screenings!
15 May (Sun): Pesta Ubin Run
Join this free 5km scenic run which brings you through rustic landmarks in Pulau Ubin. Run, Learn, Explore!
Starting off from Ubin Town at the Assembly Area, the route leads the runners through the Sensory Trail (first pit-stop) where we will learn more about the interesting facts about the Sensory Trail.
Starting off from Ubin Town at the Assembly Area, the route leads the runners through the Sensory Trail (first pit-stop) where we will learn more about the interesting facts about the Sensory Trail.
21 May (Sat): Coastal Cleanup with Sea Shepherd at Jelutong Beach
CANCELLED due to lack of response. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. Get hands-on experience and help keep our shores clean. You will learn how trash is affecting marine life, as well as how Singapore manages its trash. You will also have fun as we will be on the look out for interesting and weird finds amongst the trash!
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| Some of the kinds of trash that needs to be removed! |
21 May (Sat): Coastal Clean Up with Marine Conservation Group, Nature Society (Singapore)
Make a difference for Pulau Ubin, globally classified as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA). Join us as we carry out coastal clean-ups to remove abandoned drift nets and marine debris that choke up the Ubin coastline. It also ensures that our wildlife have the proper environment to thrive.
20-25 May: Learn more about the Tua Pek Kong Festival with the Singapore Heritage Society
On the fourth month of the Lunar calendar, when the moon is full, Pulau Ubin bursts with celebrations!
For six days and six nights, the birthday of Tua Pek Kong is honoured with colourful festivities. Ubin Jetty is decked out in colourful flags and lanterns, and Ubin Town is host to lavish rituals. The ancient Wayang Stage at Ubin Town comes alive with traditional opera in glittering costumes as well as more modern vibrant celebrations. Pilgrims and worshippers make their way to Ubin to celebrate.
Specially for Pesta Ubin, the Singapore Heritage Society provides a wonderful booklet to help visitors understand the Tua Pek Kong Festival better!
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| The Ubin Wayang Stage comes alive during Tua Pek Kong's birthday. |
For six days and six nights, the birthday of Tua Pek Kong is honoured with colourful festivities. Ubin Jetty is decked out in colourful flags and lanterns, and Ubin Town is host to lavish rituals. The ancient Wayang Stage at Ubin Town comes alive with traditional opera in glittering costumes as well as more modern vibrant celebrations. Pilgrims and worshippers make their way to Ubin to celebrate.
Specially for Pesta Ubin, the Singapore Heritage Society provides a wonderful booklet to help visitors understand the Tua Pek Kong Festival better!
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| A sneak peek at the booklet from the SHS facebook page. |
29 May (Sun): Birdwatching with Nature Society (Singapore) Bird Group
Experienced guides from the Nature Society (Singapore) Bird Group will lead this special Pesta Ubin birdwatching walk at Pulau Ubin, an island that never fails to surprise.
There are always new things waiting to be discovered. As we take a 3-hour walk through coastal/mangrove and countryside habitats, we will look out for island specialties including the Red Junglefowl, Oriental Pied Hornbill and the globally-endangered Straw-headed Bulbul.
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| The majestic Oriental Pied Hornbill is among the Ubin specials you are likely to spot during this walk. |
There are always new things waiting to be discovered. As we take a 3-hour walk through coastal/mangrove and countryside habitats, we will look out for island specialties including the Red Junglefowl, Oriental Pied Hornbill and the globally-endangered Straw-headed Bulbul.
4 Jun (Sat): Birdwatching at Pekan Quarry
Amazing birds have made Pekan Quarry their home!
Ubin bird lovers will be there with telescopes to help you spot beautiful herons, egrets, white bellied sea eagles and more!
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| Be amazed by the birds that live at Pekan Quarry! |
4 Jun (Sat): Nature and Landscape Sketching with Nature Society (Singapore)
Join artist Alpana Ahuja for a fun and casual site drawing session at the Pulau Ubin.
Meet fellow nature and wildlife art lovers to observe and sketch Pulau Ubin's landscape and diverse biodiversity. No drawing experience is necessary.
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| Let Ubin inspire the artist in you! |
Meet fellow nature and wildlife art lovers to observe and sketch Pulau Ubin's landscape and diverse biodiversity. No drawing experience is necessary.
4 Jun (Sat): Kampong Tour with Ubin NParks volunteers
Take a walk with Ubin NParks volunteers to experience Ubin's wonderful natural and cultural heritage.
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| The lovely Sensory Trail Ponds is part of this tour. |
4 Jun (Sat): Guided walk of Ubin mangroves with Restore Ubin Mangroves (R.U.M.) Initiative
FREE walking tour of Ubin's mangroves near Ubin Town.
Learn about an exciting ground-up community effort to give Mother Nature a hand in restoring mangroves at abandoned aquaculture ponds on Pulau Ubin.
Find out more about the Restore Ubin Mangroves (R.U.M.) Initiative and theEcological Mangrove Restoration method, where mangroves will be naturally restored at abandoned aquaculture ponds on Pulau Ubin.
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| Take a stroll along kampung trails to the mangroves nearby. |
Learn about an exciting ground-up community effort to give Mother Nature a hand in restoring mangroves at abandoned aquaculture ponds on Pulau Ubin.
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| Mangroves seedlings naturally settle. How can we lend Mother Nature a hand so that more grow up into trees? |
Find out more about the Restore Ubin Mangroves (R.U.M.) Initiative and theEcological Mangrove Restoration method, where mangroves will be naturally restored at abandoned aquaculture ponds on Pulau Ubin.
4 Jun (Sat): Boat tour of Ubin mangroves with Restore Ubin Mangroves (R.U.M.) Initiative
FREE boat tour of Ubin's mangroves.
Learn about an exciting ground-up community effort to give Mother Nature a hand in restoring mangroves at abandoned aquaculture ponds on Pulau Ubin. Find out more about the Restore Ubin Mangroves (R.U.M.) Initiative and the Ecological Mangrove Restoration method, where mangroves will be naturally restored at abandoned aquaculture ponds on Pulau Ubin.
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| Get a closer look at Ubin mangroves on a FREE boat tour |
Learn about an exciting ground-up community effort to give Mother Nature a hand in restoring mangroves at abandoned aquaculture ponds on Pulau Ubin. Find out more about the Restore Ubin Mangroves (R.U.M.) Initiative and the Ecological Mangrove Restoration method, where mangroves will be naturally restored at abandoned aquaculture ponds on Pulau Ubin.
4 Jun (Sat): Coastal Cleanup with Sea Shepherd at Jelutong Beach
Get hands-on experience and help keep our shores clean. You will learn how trash is affecting marine life, as well as how Singapore manages its trash. You will also have fun as we will be on the look out for interesting and weird finds amongst the trash!
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| Some of the kinds of trash that need to be removed. |
4 Jun (Sat): Stargazing with the NUS Astronomical Society
See the true beauty of the night sky! The dark skies of Pulau Ubin has less light pollution and thus allow us to better gaze at the stars.
Using their telescopes, the NUS Astronomical Society will point out to you popular astronomical objects visible from Singapore. Also learn about astrophotography, that is, how to photograph these astronomical objects. Gain a new appreciation for a dark sky site like Pulau Ubin!
Everyone of all ages are welcomed!
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| Pulau Ubin's precious dark skies! |
Using their telescopes, the NUS Astronomical Society will point out to you popular astronomical objects visible from Singapore. Also learn about astrophotography, that is, how to photograph these astronomical objects. Gain a new appreciation for a dark sky site like Pulau Ubin!
Everyone of all ages are welcomed!
4 Jun (Sat): Fly Fishing Demo and Clinic with the Gamefish And Aquatic Rehabilitation Society
Sustainable fishing can be fun! Learn more about fly fishing techniques from the volunteers of the Gamefish And Aquatic Rehabilitation Society (GARS). Their mission is the preservation and restoration of freshwater/saltwater habitats, and to promote responsible and sustainable fishing.
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