“Spartan” might be the first word that springs to mind. That is how Camp Christine was designed. It allows campers to customize their campsite using camp craft.
Camp Christine is the home of Girl Guides Singapore. It is a tranquil place to enjoy and make camping memories. Let me tell you more about this wonderful place.
Camp Christine sits in the northwestern part of Singapore. It is located in a historically rich area. This campsite gives campers a back-to-kampung feeling.
Girl Guides have been creating memories here for years. Some friendships forged here have lasted over 50 years. They are former Girl Guides now in the Trefoil Guild. They met as teenagers. They are reaching out to new generations.
These women, now grandmothers, remember adventures. They recall pitching tents and starting campfires together.
One Guide, Mrs. Tham, was a captain. She liked to bring the Guides to cemeteries. They stumbled over tombstones. They apologized repeatedly.
Another time, they were trekking around farms. Farmers came out with a gun.
Camp Christine opened in 1988 after fierce fundraising.
Today, Camp Christine offers facilities. These include rinsing points and washing points. There is a kayak shed and dormitories. Tent pitching grounds and a dining hall are available.
The spirit of Guiding remains strong here at Camp Christine. Guides develop in different ways. They volunteer as testers at the President’s Guide Award Camp. They share their experiences and values.
One young Guide learned a new kind of lashing from a tester. She hadn’t come across it in school.
Camp Christine fosters teamwork. Guides learn communication and leadership skills. They build character. They form a close sisterhood.
The legacy of Camp Christine continues. The passion never dies. Guides want to give back.
Once a Guide, always a Guide. That is the motto. It is a core value these women hold dear.
So, as you explore Camp Christine remember its history. Think of the laughter and friendships forged here. Imagine the campfires and shared adventures.