Friday, November 27, 2009

Leadership Training Camp '09 Day 3

Day 3
Similar to Day 2, forced to wake up at 6 in the morning. Tired yet sleepy but excited because it was hiking day. Washed up and got changed. Everyone came down for calisthenic, a little bit intense due to the the hiking, lead by Michael. However, everyone did their best for the morning stretching because they did not want to receive legs cramp during the hiking. Later, it was breakfast. Once again, edible yet horrifying.

Then, it was the moment for everyone, time to get out from the freaking campsite, to the mountain! We assembled outside the campsite and we were introduced by a guider for the hiking event. Rules and regulations were taught and then, moved out! We went straight, left, straight, right, straight, right, long straight and right. Whatever, we reached the starting point for the hiking, it was a garden, I think. Then, it was easy to move until we reached a point everyone HATE the most. Imagine our shoes, nice and clean became muddy! Frustration before even reached the top.

Just let it go, everyone hiked as usual. Obstacles in front of us, we moved over it. Then, we heard some one singing, oh it was just Mr. Khor. Shouting, singing and then, our group 8 suddenly became louder and louder! Later, approximately after 45 minutes, we reached the point of the 'real' hiking part. What? After 45 minutes only you told us the hiking started now? Then, what the hell was the previous one? The hiking part became a bit tougher but it was just mild. An hour later, we reached the power station. It was almost the peak of the hill, the scenery was marverlous! Speechless, all these tough time of hiking paid off.

Everyone have their time taking pictures, resting and having some snacks. Then, we had to hike down the hill. Aww, just about to have fun and now have to hike down, sad. Nevermind, hiking down the same way that hiking up was freaking bored. Skip the hiking down part and now everyone reached the campsite. We had to wash our shoes outsite before entering the hostel. It was hard and muddy.

Then, everyone washed up and lunch was served. After the tiring hiking, we just eat as much as possible to regain energy lost during the hiking. Later, it was Mr. Varun's time again, Session 2! He taught us about 'Servant Leadership'. It was pretty interesting and we enjoyed it. After the session, it was Wet! Wet! Wet! Yes, wet games! According to everyone, it was the best games they had for the camp. I don't know because I was resting due to feverish. However, thumbs up for the games committee for the best games.

Nights falling and everyone went for baths. Dinner was served and I wouldn't comment any longer. Next, Mr. Varun again! This time, he taught us about communication. Why was communication so important? Everyone was very inspirited by his speech. After his session ended, it should be night games but since everyone was so tired, it was just a light reflection and then, again. Games committee and leaders, assistant leaders stay back while others returned to their respective dorm for rest.

Midpoint from Tanah Rata and the peak

The spectacular view from the peak

The power plant on top of the hill

Some guys with Mr. Varun, second from left

By,
Chun Huang

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