October MM: Deep Impact

Everyone has their own secrets. 

So does Mother Nature.

This October, we will unravel one of her best kept secrets.

This October, we are going caving at Gua Tempurung.

Ever since 8000 B.C., this limestone labyrinth that covers 1.9 km in length and 120 meters in height has been constantly evolving, forming breathtakingly spectacular rock formations in exotic shapes that exceeds the human imagination.

The unbelievable force of Mother Nature on full display

Now, give yourself a minute to imagine how it feels to venture through these tunnels, riffs and cracks in waist deep waters.

If you want an adventure, you've certainly found one.

Don't worry it's just a tiny ledge. Wait a minute...

Find me the man who told me "it's just puddles of water".

Don't worry though, there is a very good reason you go through all this. 

From glittering crystallized-rocks to multi-tier ponds, you can feast your eyes upon the magnificence of Mother Nature throughout the nooks and crannies of Gua Tempurung.

It's the perfect adventure, for the perfect weekend. 

See you there! 

P.S.: Visit our Facebook event page for more updates!

Agenda on event day 6^th October 2012

0630  : Meet up at KL Central (facing Sooka Central)

0700  : Depart to Gopeng

0900  : Arrive at Gopeng

0930  : Briefing by tour guide; start Grand Tour

1300  : End of Grand Tour; clean-up

1330  : Lunch

1500  : Depart to KL Central

1700  : Arrive at KL Central 

Registration:

Price: RM 50  (early bird – before 16^th September 2012)

          RM 60  (normal fee – 17^th September until registration closes)

Secure one of 40 limited seats for this trill ride by registering here!
All you need to do then is bank in the full payment to

Beneficiary Name: Pertubuhan Raleigh International Kuala Lumpur
Name of Beneficiary Bank: CIMB Bank Berhad

Account Number: 1430-0006860-05-5

Snap a picture of the bank-in slip and email it to monthlymeet@raleighinternational.org.my

Useful Information

     A)   What is caving? 

      

      Caving is the exploration of caves. It includes walking, crawling, rappelling and climbing. Caving usually involves being part of a group of cavers who get as much adventure and fun out of being together in the cave. It is also a time of sharing the wondrous beauty of a cave, tackling many obstacles together during a trip or simply having a good outing.

  

     B)   Caving Essentials

1. Wear comfortable clothes while caving (longs pants are highly recommended)
2. A change of clothes, towel and shoes/sandals (you need not bring these into the cave. Leave them in your vehicle as you will need them only after the tour).
3. Head torch / torchlight (compulsory)
4. Gloves (optional)
5. Camera. Don’t bring expensive ones. Put camera in watertight plastic or container. It is a good idea to put everything in water-proof plastic bags so items won’t get soaked.
6. Caving helmet.
7. Personal first aid kit.
8. Extra torches and back-up batteries.
9. Water. You'll need loads of it.

      D)   More useful tips

1. Bring snacks if you feel you need extra energy. There are also stalls selling food, snacks and drinks outside Gua Tempurung.
2. Other facilities available include toilets, changing rooms, convenience store and prayer rooms (surau) for Muslims.
3. Please do not litter in and outside the cave area.
4. Check equipment before entering the cave.
5. Heart patients and those suffering from claustrophobia should limit themselves to show caves only. Do inform us if you have if you have any serious medical condition.
6. Cavers should be free from allergies related to limestone and bat guano.  

      E)   Is caving dangerous?

Like any activity, if you are not careful, it can be dangerous. That is why at Gua Tempurung, all tours are guided. Only trained and knowledgeable people lead the trips. *We will not be allowed to enter the wet passage during rainy days*

      F)   Should you get proper training?

Participants must be reasonably fit to go caving. If you are serious about caving, it is a good idea to get training as there are many aspects of caving that you should know. Training also involves learning to conserve and treat the cave environment properly. You can get pointers from experienced cavers, caving clubs and nature societies.

    G) The Organizer reserves the right to change and/or cancel the program of the event without any prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances eg. heavy rain.

     

     If you have any queries, feel free to contact us after working hours at:

• Ange (012-6641525)
• Siu Hou (012 – 292 6824)
• Dennis (017 – 665 3153)

Support our fellow venturers!

TRAINOPOLY Fun-raising Outdoor Game

*Drum roll*

Ladies and gentlemen, aunties and uncles, daddies and mummies, boys and girls, working adults and wandering students, bosses and minions, human and non-human, brace yourself and behold the date 29^thSeptember (Saturday), as this the day we all will witness the first ever TRAINOPOLY happening right in the middle of Kuala Lumpur.

*Applause!!!!!*

In short, TRAINOPOLY Fun-raising Outdoor Game is a self-improvised game inspired by the very much familiar monopoly board game. We translated monopoly into real life, and jumble it up with treasure hunt and the all-time favourite reality show – Amazing Race.

Sounds interesting huh? Read up more for further information.

https://www.facebook.com/events/349347725151134/?ref=ts

Amazing goodies and jaw-dropping prizes are awaiting you peeps! Just sign up here and you’re on your way to a fun and meaningful Saturday:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFRSTmRvYzdlSmtFOXJVcVFlTk9IZXc6MQ

Behind the TRAIN:

TRAINOPOLY is organized in an effort to raise the much needed for two upcoming Borneo and India Autumn Expedition venturers. As you may already know, every year Raleigh International will gather like-minded youth from all over the worlds and bring them together on a 10-expedition in four different countries – Costa Rica and Nicaragua, India, Borneo Malaysia or Tanzania. Youth will be working closely with locals in communities, environmental projects and adventures that focus largely on giving back and also self-development.

Read up more about Raleigh Expedition from the following link!

http://www.raleighinternational.org/what-we-do/raleigh-expeditions

Thank you for your time in reading this and we hope by now your are intrigued or is ready to get out there and join the TRAINOPOLY challenge :D

You're most welcome to buzz Serene (expedition 12k) or Carrot (expedition 12j) for any questions you have, for teh tarik also can!

1. Serene Lim Pei Yinn - 012 5477 989
2. Carrot Ho Chung Shin - 012 5090 120
trainopolyinfomalaysia@gmail.com

"Why not get out there, when you can, while you can?"

September MM: The Great Migration

Every now and then, we need a fresh start to life.

We need to start clean.

We need to move on.

And that applies too to our precious equipment at Raleigh KL.
Those who have gone through our camps and events know that our equipment are gold to us and they deserve the best. 

That is why we are moving them to a brand new logistics room, so when we need them, we know that they are there for us, standing by in a clean, spacious and accessible place.

This is where YOU come in.

We need your might to embark on our Great Migration and for that your effort will be rewarded with a hearty lunch!

Agenda on event day (15/9/12)

0745 - Meet at Bukit Jalil LRT Station: Map
0820 - Arrive at current logs room
0830 - Let The Great Migration begin!
1000 - Water and snack break (don't worry we'll bring along loads of snacks!)
1030 - Load up lorry
1115 - Depart to Sri Damansara*
1215 - Arrive and shift equipment to new logs room
1330 - Record and list down all equipment
1400 - Final clean up
1430 - Get together for lunch! (we'll treat you to that as well!)
1530 - Depart back to Bukit Jalil LRT Station. Sayonara!

*Please note that drivers may be designated to drive to and fro Sri Damansara from Bukit Jalil.

Our equipment will have a new home and they will definitely be thrilled. They might even say hello to you if you have talked to them long enough!

We only require a maximum of 30 helpful people so what are you waiting for?

Get involved in our Great Migration! Sign up here!

P/S: Please be informed that you will be very very tired but filled with fun at the end of the day with your crazy Raleigh folks. See you there!

August MM: Hiking at Bukit Saga

Craving to escape out of your hectic lifestyle? 

Looking for luscious GREENERY, refreshing streams and opportunities to sweat out all your stresses? Raleigh KL is here to fulfill your desires!

Excited yet?

Just a stone throw away from your doorsteps located in the Cheras region, Bukit Saga is a excellent place that combines seclusion with accessibility to provide you with the perfect getaway. This August, we will embark on a journey to conquer the hike and enjoy the spectacular waterfall that lies at the end.

images courtesy of Marble and Siuhou

Sign up before the 22nd of August to 
GET OUT THERE!

Details:

Location: Bukit Saga

Terrain: Level 3 (Scale of 1-10 the scale is based on difficulty/terrain trickiness/danger)

Date: 25 August 2012 (Saturday)

Time: 6.45am - 230pm

Meeting point: Cempaka LRT station (Location - http://goo.gl/1zduK)

Agenda of the day:

06.45am - Meet up at Cempaka LRT Station (STAR LRT)
07.00am - ''Cant wait to go'' we Leave Sharp!!
07.40am - Reach Saga Hill Car Park, Getting Ready, Safety Briefing, Warm Up
08.00am - Start Hike

08.45am - Reach Saga Hill Peak + Ice breaking + Monthly Meeting (we have exciting news for you!!)

09:30am - Start Hike to Waterfall
11:00am - Reach Apek Waterfall and have light lunch there

swim, bathe, splash water (feel free to show us all your crazy stunts!)
12:00pm - Start Decamp and trek back
02:30pm - Exchange contact with new friends and good bye all!

Equip yourself with... 1) 1.5L Drinking Water or more
2) Cutleries and mess tin 
3) Hiking Shoes / Kampung Adidas / Good Sport Shoes
4) Day bag
5) Light Snack for your own self*
6) Towel
7) Extra cloths to change*
8) Sarung as Portable Changing room*
9) Glove*
10) Rain Cloth (incase raining)
11) Hiking Stick / Walking pole*
* Optional
-Please take note that there is no toilets and changing rooms at the waterfall.

Register yourself at http://goo.gl/8M1OL

by 22 August 2012

The fees are RM 10 for members and RM 15 for non-members. Payment is inclusive of transport and lunch.

If you have any queries, feel free to contact:

Zhimin ( 017-3512952) after 5.30pm

Shen Quang (012-356495) after 5.30pm

or 

email us monthlymeet@raleighinternational.org.my

Everyone is welcome, come with your friends and family to a green escape!

July MM River Wading Updates

"

As soon as we disembarked the volunteers’ vehicle, a verdant jungle greeted us with a gentle zephyr and bird hoots. Wasting no time, the new Raleigh Committee 2012/2013 expedited what Raleigh stands for – Getting Out There - to be a bringer of
positive change to aborigines of various nations and society, exploration possibilities, an unconventional way to practice and refine our leadership skills, make new chums and bonds, to accomplish long-term improvement in the lives of the local community & not
affecting the capabilities of future generations to satisfy their own requirements. Raleigh puts that motto into action via adventure, community, and environmental local projects.

The Raleigh members and committee were wearing mainly bright leafy forest green shirts with a Capital R in front & headbands and bracelets centralized on tribal designs. One of the organizer stood out because he wore an extremely eye-catching pair of bright orange shorts.















There were basically 2 groups of people who attended July’s Monthly Meets – the novices and the “old hands” at outdoor activities. Clearly, there was a distinctinction
 between the agility in movement of the old hands and the maladroit movements of novices at hiking upstream. For instance, the newcomers were seen grabbing onto
rocks for support gingerly while the more experienced outdoor enthusiasts were moving quickly and lightly, whilst jesting with one another & splashing the cool stream water at each other.

Abecedarians of outdoor activities like me were taught where to purchase waterproof bags by Marble and kampong adidas by Shen in addition to what
type of shoes to wear for water-related activities and also the funny smell kampong adidas emits if the wearer does not wear socks (Siu Hou). I learnt a new word ‘Reconnaissance’, short form being recce.

The journey uphill was thoroughly fun. Water and sweat can be seen trickling down everyone’s faces. As we clamber up the stream, everyone contributed in ‘breaking the ice’ and soon everyone’s mouth was displaying white flashy grins and smiles, and
there were also numerous short intervals of laugh eruptions and jokes & funny stories were shared. The banter among July Monthly Meets participants and friends reach my ears like music.



 Sunlight percolated via the top tree branches were seen reflected on the stream and boulder’s surface looked pretty surreal, and inspirits the participants to continue river-wading through the water, sand, and boulders. Dozens of insects darted on the surface of water.








Throughout the hike upwards, everyone can be seen wreathed in smiles, enjoying themselves; albeit the occasional frown of concentration when participants faced a mini obstacle like fallen tree trunks and long bamboos, scary-
looking rushing water, and “sticky-outy” branches and long tree vines along the trail, as well as the loose and slippy rocks covered in emerald coloured moss that seemed to be
embedded within the river bed.



A written thank you should be extended to Marble, who used his multi-purpose machete to cut away the layer at the bottom of my sports shoes as it was flapping about, causing difficulty in trekking, and annoying.

Throughout the hike upstream, one of the organizers dad volunteered to be
our ‘water photographer’. Uncle’s camera was waterproofed in an adorable clear
plastic cover with bright yellow, pink and blue with a neck strap and he photographed
us in candid shots – mostly when we are facing a not-so-easy or deep section of the
waterfall.

After the fantastic scrambling uphill, despite being thoroughly soaked and dirty, the rush of adrenalin and endorphins, plus the achievement of reaching the peak of the waterfall makes it worthwhile.

Lunch at the waterfall area was a double decker sandwich consisting of button mushrooms, smashed peppered hard boiled eggs, round red tomato, chopped green capsicum, crisp lettuce slices, chicken sausages and crackers. The Raleigh-ians cooked for us using mini stoves (the rectangular thing that you turn on to get fire) and mess tins. Newcomers mostly chat and got to know each other better while being served lunch and resting on large rocks.

At the peak of the waterfall, there was the tall wall made out of multiple layers
of brown smooth stones that glimmer in the sunlight. Those more experienced could climb up the brown smooth stones without difficulty and rested on them like benches.The lion-hearted dare devils hiked a step further than the mostly outdoor adventures newcomers.







They did crazy stunts jumped into copious rumbling water at their own
risk and had a thoroughly good time doing so. The brown smooth stones forming the waterfall provided a natural water slide. Note: Jumping off rocks (at your own risk).









What makes this trip even more wondrous are the random kind acts by new acquaintances. The warm-hearted gestures can be exemplified particularly by 2 Raleigh-ians (Siu Hou & Shen) when they offered my friend Doris their kampong adidas shoes to wear when 2 layers of her shoe base literally torn apart due to ‘old age’ and would not mind wearing the remnants of her shoes. Besides that, Yen Kit was also so thoughtful to volunteer to pick tree vines to tie up Doris’s broken shoes together.

Soon, it was time to go home and the trek down was relatively easier as we don’t have to balance ourselves as much as river wading. Everyone changed to dry clothes – some in a sarung, some in the trees and in the bushes or behind tents.

July Monthly Meet - River Wading

Anyhow, I’m glad to be a part of it and I look forward seeing those cute, button-shaped,
fungi in the shade of dark chocolate and those tiny, silvery, white, umbrella-shaped
mushroom again.

"

Written by a fellow Raleigh-ian who chose to be anonymous. Anyways, thank you Anonymous Person.

Stay tuned for August Monthly Meet.


Raleigh KL

July Monthly Meet: River Wading at Perdik River & Notice: EGM

Perdik River is located in between Cheras and Kajang and offers a cooling refreshing waterfall after a quick hike. But in the upcoming Raleigh KL July Monthly Meet, we will be conquering the Perdik River in the most unique way - river wading!  "What is river wading?", you ask. Basically, instead of hiking through land, we will hike through a river. Those of you who think it is easy, think again. Bear in mind that you will most definitely get wet, so we suggest you to be well-prepared!

Notice of EGMNotice is hereby given for an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) this July 21st, 2012.The purpose is to further elect the vacant committee position upon AGM last June 2012- Fundraising Officer & Skills Officer.This is in accordance with ROS requirements and compliance. The monthly meet will resume as normal after the short EGM. 
Source from Getty Image: River wading
Location: Perdik RiverDate: 21 July 2012 (Saturday)Time: 6.45 am - 2.30 pmMeeting Point: Bandar Tun Razak LRT Station (Location - http://goo.gl/lUXhx)
Agenda: (Do you want me to include the agenda or not?)6.45 am: Meet at LRT Station (Bdr. Tun Razak)7.30 am: Depart to Perdik (P5)8.30 am: Arrival and yum-cha-hoo-haa8.40 am: MM & EGM9.00 am: Warm up & Start12.00 pm: Reach destination. Hot drinks and light lunch will be prepared12.30 pm: Chill out and hike down1.30 pm: Depart for Bandar Tun Razak LRT Station2.30 pm: Good bye all!
Suggested Attire:1. Comfortable clothes for river wading (We'll get pretty wet)2. Hiking shoes/Kampung Adidas/Sandals
Things to pack: (*mandatory)1. A change of clothes*2. Towel / Sarong + plastic bag*3. A bottle of 1.5L water*4. Messtin and/or cup5. Your personal medication6. Camera / Gadgets in waterproof bags7. Insect Repellant8. Rain cloth / Poncho9. Raleigh Member Card (For members)
Remember to waterproof your things. You will definitely get wet on this trip. If not it won't be river wading already!
The fees are RM 10 for members and RM 15 for non-members. The payment is inclusive of transport and lunch.
Feel free to register yourself at http://goo.gl/5Yqjt by 16 July 2012.
If you have any queries, feel free to contact us:1. Shen (012-9356495)2. Qing (016-2050540)
Or, email us at monthlymeet@raleighinternational.org.my
Warmest regards,Raleigh KLJuly 2012 Monthly Meet Organizing Team

Wong & Partners CSR

Raleigh KL: It is our honor to collaborate with Wong & Partners on a CSR project and we would like to present a summary report to share with you on what we have done on that day! 


If you would like to inquire on organizing a CSR project for your firm, please contact info@raleighinternational.org.my.
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SUMMARY OF CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY PROJECT
23 JUNE 2012:

When a law firm decides to take up a Corporate Social Responsibility
(CSR) onto their hands, who would expect to find Raleigh KL assisting in this task.
After many months of planning and discussion, a conclusion was made, that a
rubbish pick-up drive will be conducted. The place? A forest reserve deep in between
Cheras and Kajang. There were around 30 people that showed up and a few of those
that came with their families. It was a good sight to see families spending time doing
something meaningful together.

We met up at 9.30 am as scheduled and were welcomed by our friendly MC for the
day, Mr. James Wong. Those that attended the morning session had breakfast served
by the Raleigh folks. Scrambled eggs, sausages, baked beans, lettuce and bread was
served in individual packs. What more can one ask when in the jungle, right? What a
hearty meal indeed. Soon it was time to begin the task for the day. 2 groups were
formed and then the clean-up began.


Emcee James Wong sending a welcome with our organising chairperson Carrot


After an hour and thirty minutes, there were all
in all 26 bags of rubbish in total amounting to a total combined weight of 404.5 kg !
Can you imagine that, the amount of waste collected over that span of time. Only if
those that visited the place could have enough sense to bring out the rubbish with
them, then this problem would not exist in the  first place.


It's time to weigh all these garbage!



There were rejoicing and there
were grunts yet after 5 minutes everyone went and enjoyed a buffet spread style
lunch that was suppose to be served on fake banana leaf. After lunch a few families
with children went back, the rest stayed on for a trek to a really high up waterfall.













Refreshed by the cooling water!


After 30 minutes of huffing and panting, walking in converse and slippers, we
eventually heard the rushing of water beating against the rocks. The view was good
but the soaking and playing in the water was even better. Everyone enjoyed the
waterfall, it gave some the chance to catch their breath, some the chance to cool
down and even more so, some the chance to get away from the hustle and bustle of
city life. After half and hour or so, everyone trekked down just a little bit happier.















Li Huan working on his muscles


At the gathering point, the final procedure of the day took place, the souvenir giving
to those that came. Inside a small pack, there were some snacks, some vouchers but
most importantly there was a hand-weaved bookmark made out of dyed pandan
leaves by Orang Asli villagers bought from Gerai OA whose eventual profit will go
back to those that has crafted this magnificent piece of work.













Wong & Partners and Raleigh Kuala Lumpur


Final good byes were
said, food was being passed out and the final wave to the ambulance that gracefully
stood by us through the day. On the bus, the 26 bags of rubbish were loaded and
brought out to a designated place to be thrown. That was the end of the day for most
of us on picking up garbage however in our hearts hopefully the seed has been
planted on how to reduce our waste, re-use those that can still function and re-cycle
those that don't anymore.


On behalf of Raleigh KL, I would like to thank Wong & Partners for letting us organise
this CSR, it was an eye opening experience for most of us here and with certain hope
that your eyes has been opened to the situation towards the environment too. It was a
pleasure for us to have planned this and we look forward to future projects. Thank
you.

By Loo Shen Quang

Secretary 2
2012/13