La Salle's Campfire

On the 28th of June 2003, 12 members of our coy attended the 40th Annual Campfire organised by the 12th Petaling Scout Troop of La Salle P.J. It was held in the school field. We gathered at the main gate of the school at about 6.30pm. But as if it was a tradition, some participants came late and we waited for at least half an hour before we went in.

Upon registration, we each received a programme book which must have cost a lot since it was printed in colour using good quality papers. After that, we walked over a gadget (which was like a wooden bridge..and it's kinda shaky) before we could get to the field.

Then, we got seated and sat with the rangers and 5th P.J. Coy Guides. As usual everyone was doing what was expected in campfires; walking around asking for autographs. Naturally, Assuntarians just sat there and waited for someone to ask us to sign their programme book.

Finally, the campfire started at 8.00pm. The roll call was announced followed by a few speeched. Next was the fire lighting ceremony which marks the beginning of the campfire. It was actually pretty impressive. Next up, was the 'bomb game'! Assunta guides and rangers made up team 'sakai'. The game was really fun with every school oozing with competitive spirit whilst gleefully trying to outdo one another.

Then the audience was entertained by a sketch acted out by the Form 3 scouts of La Salle. Next up was the paper dance. Then we were given a packet of food (with sandwiches, sausages, and doughnut in it) and a bottle of drink as refreshment.

The campfire then resume with a humorous sketch by the Form 3 scouts again. The games session then continued with 'love tunnel'.

Next was the La Salle very own 'Fear Factor' challenge. Every school was required to send out one representative. A fellow ranger from our school went out and qualified into the second round. Unfortunately, she did not win that competition.

It was truly a memorable and enjoyable day.

Reported by,
Chin Fui San