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SUMMARY:2nd Swallowtail Race 2025
DESCRIPTION:What is the Swallowtail Race about?\nParticipants will be racing in their teams to spot the Swallowtail butterflies.\nThe aim of the race is to spot as many individuals and as many species of the Swallowtail butterflies. \nWhen & Where is the race?\n2 August 2025\, Saturday.\nRace timing: 8am – 3pm @ Anywhere in Singapore\, depending on the teams’ choice\nAward & Closing Ceremony: 3pm – 6pm @ Mapletree Business City \nWho can participate in the race?\nOpen to the public\n3 to 5 pax per team\nEach team has to register with at least 1 experienced butterfly watcher.\nIf the team does NOT have an experienced butterfly watcher\, NSS will help the team pair up with experienced butterfly watcher(s).\nRegardless\, each team has to consist of 3 – 5 members when registering\nNote: Participants must be aged 12 and above \nRegistration\nRegistration fee is $10/pax. Payment has to be made when filling in the registration form. https://tinyurl.com/NSS-2nd-SR-2025-Registration \nRegistration closes once 15 teams have registered\, or by 12 July 2025 (Saturday)\, whichever comes first.\nOnce there is no vacancy\, people who are keen to register will be directed to a Waitlist Form. We will follow up should there be a vacancy. \nCategories\nAll teams will participate under the same race category. There will only be different winning categories.\nWinning categories are: \nBest swallowtail photograph [1 team]\nTop 3 teams with the highest number of points. Total number of points calculated by a point system\, accounting for both number of individuals and species. [3 teams] \nWhy a Swallowtail Race?\nTo raise awareness about butterflies in Singapore\nTo celebrate one of the most charismatic groups of butterflies – the Swallowtail butterflies\nTo commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Common Rose as the popularly voted National Butterfly\, in lieu of SG60 \nAdditional information\nThis race is organised by Nature Society Singapore and the Butterfly & Insect Group of NSS\nFlag-off could be either physical (location TBC)\, or virtual. To be confirmed.\nTeams who have successfully registered will receive a confirmation email.\nTo gear up for the race\, please feel free to participate in the upcoming Swallowtail Butterfly Walk on 6 July at the Singapore Botanic Gardens. \nMore details will be announced soon!
URL:https://nss.org.sg/events/2nd-swallowtail-race-2025/
LOCATION:Various\, Singapore
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ORGANIZER;CN="Butterfly & Insect Group":MAILTO:butterflyandinsect@nss.org.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250803T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250803T103000
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SUMMARY:Tree Walk at Pulau Ubin
DESCRIPTION:Members Only\nGet ready for an adventure! Join us on a thrilling journey to uncover the secrets of Ubin’s majestic trees. You’ve walked past them before\, but have you ever really seen them? Let’s rediscover these natural wonders together! Immerse your senses in the sights\, sounds\, and scents of the forest. Learn the fascinating stories behind these ancient giants and discover the vital role they play in our ecosystem. Come and ignite your passion for nature! Let’s explore\, learn\, and have a blast together! \nTrip Leader: Mr Liang\, Ubin Native Guide\, NSS Member \nDuration of Activity: 2-2.5 hours \nCost\nThe activity is free-of-charge. Participants will however\, have to pay for their ferry ride across to and back from Pulau Ubin. \nCost of 2-way ferry ride: SGD8.00 \nNote:\n– Cost of Ferry Ticket per direction: SGD4.00 per person\n– Fees to be paid directly to the ferry uncle. \nRegistration\nPlease register at\nhttps://tinyurl.com/NSSPlantGrpWalk \nNote:\n•⁠ ⁠Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis.\n• This is a Members Only walk. However\, non-members may be accepted if there are excess places by the closing date.\n• Participating non-members may sign up for NSS membership during or after the walk.\n•⁠ ⁠Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached\, or on closing date.\n•⁠ ⁠Only confirmed participants will be contacted by email\, after the closing date\, with details on the meeting time and place. \nClosing Date\n27 July 2025\, Sunday \n\n\nMaximum No. of Participants: 15 pax \nThings to Bring\nPlease come dressed in comfortable clothing and wear proper covered footwear. Bring along a pair of binoculars\, sun-hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen\, water for hydration\, rain gear e.g. poncho/umbrella and insect repellent. \nEnquiries\nFor any enquiries\, please contact Shreeyaa at shreeyaa@nss.org.sg. \n\n\nSign Up or Renewal of Membership\nTo join us as a member of NSS or to renew your membership\, pls click here.
URL:https://nss.org.sg/events/tree-walk-at-pulau-ubin/
LOCATION:Pulau Ubin\, Pulau Ubin\, Singapore\, Singapore\, Singapore
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250810T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250810T180000
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SUMMARY:Woodlands N1 Forest Exploration – Before It’s Gone
DESCRIPTION:Members Only\nJoin Hang Chong for a guided walk through Woodlands N1 Forest — a green space to partially make way for upcoming development. Spanning over 7 hectares\, this secondary forest is home to 95 fauna and 195 flora species\, including butterflies\, birds\, and plants of conservation significance such as the Swinhoe’s white-eye\, the cave nectar bat\, and a wild nutmeg relative named after William Farquhar. This is more than a nature walk — it’s a rare chance to witness this living ecosystem and reflect on what stands to be affected by development. \nTrip Leader: Mr Tan Hang Chong\, long-time NSS member \nMaximum No. of Participants\n20 pax \n\nRegistration\nTo attend\, please register at:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/NSSNatureWalk2 \nNote:\n•⁠ ⁠Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis.\n•⁠ ⁠Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached\, or on closing date.\n•⁠ Non-members may be accepted if there are excess slots after the closing date. ⁠Participating non-members may sign up for NSS membership during or after the walk.\n•⁠ ⁠Only confirmed participants will be contacted by email\, after the closing date\, with details on the meeting time and place. \n\n\nClosing Date\n4 August 2025\, Monday \nThings to Bring\n•⁠ ⁠Refillable water bottle (stay hydrated!)\n•⁠ ⁠Sunscreen\n•⁠ ⁠Rain gear / small foldable umbrella\n•⁠ ⁠Natural-based repellent to minimise harm to wildlife\n•⁠ ⁠Trek pole (optional)\n•⁠ ⁠Binoculars / Camera\n•⁠ ⁠Curiosity and a sense of wonder \nEnquiries\nFor any enquiries\, please contact Shreeyaa at shreeyaa@nss.org.sg
URL:https://nss.org.sg/events/woodlands-n1-forest-exploration-before-its-gone-2/
LOCATION:Woodlands N1 Forest\, Singapore
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250816T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250816T110000
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing at Singapore Botanic Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Members Only\nCome join us for a rejuvenating session of forest bathing at the beautiful Singapore Botanic Gardens! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to recharge and rejuvenate in the heart of Singapore’s lush greenery. Let the calming atmosphere and fresh air restore your body\, mind and spirit and learn how to add the forest bathing exercises to your self-care routine. \nWhat is Forest Bathing?\n“Forest Bathing”\, or “immersing oneself in a forest atmosphere” is a well-being practise where we practise being present and mindful in nature. We will be engaging in a series of relaxation and nature connection activities slowing down\, sitting in stillness\, observing in silence and optional group sharing. The sensory experience aims to connect us with nature through our senses\, enhancing our sense of well-being\, relieve stress\, encourage relaxation and can help stimulate creativity. At the end of the session\, there will be a tea sharing session. \nTime: 8.30am – 11am \nDuration of Activity: 2-2.5hrs \nVenue: Singapore Botanic Gardens \nMinimum Age: 16 years old and above \nMaximum No. of Participants: 15 \nClosing Date: 10 August 2025\, Sunday \nRegistration \nTo register your attendance\, please visit:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/NSSPlantWalk1 \nNote:\n– Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis.\n– Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached\, or on closing date.\n– Non-members may be accepted if there are excess places by the closing date.\n– Participating non-members may sign up for NSS membership during or after the walk.\n– Only confirmed participants will be contacted by email\, after the closing date\, with details on the meeting time and place. \nAttire & Things to Bring\nWe recommend that you:\n– Dress in comfortable clothing and footwears suitable for the weather.\n– Bring caps/sun-hats/ sunglasses and sunscreen.\n– Bring ample water to stay hydrated.\n– Bring mat and/or pillow to lie on.\n– Bring along a Poncho/umbrella. \n\n\n\nEnquiries\nFor enquiries\, please contact Shreeyaa at shreeyaa@nss.org.sg. \nSign Up or Renewal of Membership\nTo join us as a member of NSS or to renew your membership\, pls click here.
URL:https://nss.org.sg/events/forest-bathing-at-singapore-botanic-gardens-2/
LOCATION:Singapore Botanic Gardens\, 1 Cluny Rd\, Singapore\, Singapore\, 259569\, Singapore
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250823T073000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250823T103000
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SUMMARY:Birdwatching for Beginners at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park
DESCRIPTION:Members Only\n \nJoin us for a fun and beginner-friendly session at Bishan-AMK Park as we gear up for the upcoming Singapore Bird Race! \nAlthough Bishan-AMK Park is bound on almost all sides by residential estates\, this park offers an interesting mix of birdlife\, from sunbirds\, orioles\, munias\, to kingfishers and herons.  The trees and vegetation are well spaced out making it relatively easy to see birds in this park.  This 2-3 hour walk (from 7.30 am) is suitable for novice birders as well as nature lovers who are keen to take up birdwatching.  Our guide from NSS Bird Group\, Lee Ee Ling will share handy tips on birdwatching including bird identification\, habitat\, optics and equipment. \nTrip Leader: Ms Lee Ee Ling\, NSS Bird Group long-time member \nMaximum No. of Participants: 15 pax \nRegistration\nTo attend\, please register at:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/NSSBGbirdwalk2 \nNote:\n•⁠ ⁠Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis.\n• This is a Members Only walk. However\, non-members may be accepted if there are excess places by the closing date.\n• Participating non-members may sign up for NSS membership during or after the walk.\n•⁠ ⁠Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached\, or on closing date.\n•⁠ ⁠Only confirmed participants will be contacted by email\, after the closing date\, with details on the meeting time and place. \nClosing Date\n8 Aug 2025\, Friday \nThings to Bring\nBring along a pair of binoculars\, sun-hat\, water for hydration\, rain gear and wear proper walking shoes and wear light appropriate clothing to prevent insect bites. \nEnquiries\nFor any enquiries\, please contact Lee Ee Ling at ellee1584@gmail.com. \nSign Up or Renewal of Membership\nTo join us as a member of NSS or to renew your membership\, pls click here.
URL:https://nss.org.sg/events/birdwatching-for-beginners-at-bishan-ang-mo-kio-park/
LOCATION:Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park\, Ang Mo Kio Ave 1\, Singapore
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bird Group":MAILTO:bird@nss.org.sg
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250823T110000
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SUMMARY:Coastal Forest Walk at Sentosa
DESCRIPTION:Members Only\nBesides staycations and entertainment\, Sentosa also harbours some rare plant species within its remnant coastal forests\, a habitat which has all but been lost in Singapore due to urbanization. Join Bian for a close look at some rare and endangered plants. Be prepared for rain or sun (umbrella or poncho)\, and some mosquitoes. \nTime: 9am – 11am | Duration: 2hours \nTrip Leader: Mr Bian Tan\, Plant Group Co-Chair \nMax. No. of Participants\n20 pax \nRegistration\nTo attend\, please register at:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/NSSPlantGrpWalk2 \nNote:\n•⁠ ⁠Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis.\n•⁠ ⁠Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached\, or on closing date.\n•⁠ Excess slots will be allocated to non-members. ⁠Participating non-members may sign up for NSS membership during or after the walk.\n•⁠ ⁠Only confirmed participants will be contacted by email\, after the closing date\, with details on the meeting time and place. \nClosing Date\n17 Aug 2025\, Sunday \nThings to Bring\nBring along a pair of binoculars\, sun-hat\, water for hydration\, rain gear and wear proper walking shoes and wear light appropriate clothing to prevent insect bites. \nEnquiries\nFor any enquiries\, please contact Shreeyaa at shreeyaa@nss.org.sg
URL:https://nss.org.sg/events/sentosa-coastal-forest-walk/
LOCATION:Sentosa\, Singapore
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250830T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250830T110000
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SUMMARY:Plant Walk at Woodlands Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Members Only\nNature doesn’t only exist in our nature parks and reserves. Singapore is home to over 2\,000 species of native plants — and an additional 2\,000 exotic species flourish in our parks and gardens. On this walk\, we’ll learn to identify some of these exotic plants\, and if we’re lucky\, we might even encounter a few commonly cultivated native species. Join us for a botanical exploration through this special green space! \nTime: 9am – 11am | Duration: 2hours \nTrip Leader: Mr Sia Sin Wei\, Plant Group member \nMax. No. of Participants\n20 pax \nRegistration\nTo attend\, please register at:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/NSSPlantGrpWalk3  \nNote:\n•⁠ ⁠Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis.\n•⁠ ⁠Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached\, or on closing date.\n•⁠ Excess slots will be allocated to non-members. ⁠Participating non-members may sign up for NSS membership during or after the walk.\n•⁠ ⁠Only confirmed participants will be contacted by email\, after the closing date\, with details on the meeting time and place. \nClosing Date\n24 Aug 2025\, Sunday \nThings to Bring\nBring along a pair of binoculars\, sun-hat\, water for hydration\, rain gear and wear proper walking shoes and wear light appropriate clothing to prevent insect bites. \nEnquiries\nFor any enquiries\, please contact Shreeyaa at shreeyaa@nss.org.sg
URL:https://nss.org.sg/events/plant-walk-at-woodlands-botanical-gardens/
LOCATION:Woodlands Botanic Garden\, 134 Marsiling Rd\, 730134\, Singapore
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250830T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20250830T113000
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk at Woodlands Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:Members Only\nJoin Steven visit Woodlands Botanic Garden and check out at least 15 resident butterflies including the Common Birdwing always flying around. Look out also for the Black-veined Tiger\, Julia Longwing\, Peacock Royal\, Leopard Lacewing. In addition observe the many flowers and plants that make this a unique botanical garden in an urban town park\, featured also in the recent copy of the Jan-March Nature Watch Volume 32 Issue 1 ‘From Barren Hill to Haven of Hope’\, described there as a ‘mental well being garden’ and a biodiversity garden that can ‘make a difference’. This garden has also won many NParks Community in Bloom awards\, and prestigious Garden of the Year awards. \nTime: 9am to 11am \nTrip Leader: Mr Steven Chong & Mr Ganesh\, Butterfly & Insect Group members \nRegistration\nTo attend\, please register at:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/NSSBIGwalk2\n \nNote:\n– Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis.\n– Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached\, or on closing date.\n– Non-members may be accepted if there are excess places by the closing date.\n– Participating non-members may sign up for NSS membership during or after the walk.\n– Only confirmed participants will be contacted by email\, after the closing date\, with details on the meeting time and place. \nClosing Date\n24 August ’25\, Sunday \nMax. No. of Participants\n15 pax \nThings to Bring\nBring a hat and 1l water bottle\, poncho/umbrella for wet weather. Optional items include sunblock\, camera\, notebook and writing materials \nEnquiries\nFor enquiries\, please contact Shreeyaa at shreeyaa@nss.org.sg. \nSign Up or Renewal of Membership\nTo join us as a member of NSS or to renew your membership\, pls click here.
URL:https://nss.org.sg/events/butterfly-walk-at-woodlands-botanical-garden/
LOCATION:Woodlands Botanic Garden\, 134 Marsiling Rd\, 730134\, Singapore
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ORGANIZER;CN="Butterfly & Insect Group":MAILTO:butterflyandinsect@nss.org.sg
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