reflections

Gar Yim:

This conservation activity will not only allow me to have a rare opportunity to plant young mangroves, but also learn more about conservation issues and help in conserving the mangrove. I believe that mangroves are human’s great assets, however most of the world’s mangroves are starting to disappear from the Earth’s surface. Many people do not know that mangroves are actually good “barriers” against waves or floods. The alarming rate of disappearance of the mangroves definitely requires the next generation to help in mangrove replanting and conservation. This will then ensure the survival of mangroves. Thus I feel that through this conservation work, I can help to do my part to help the mangroves as well as mankind. Despite my efforts may not be to a great scale, I believe that if more students like me were to come together to help in such conservation work, we will definitely deal a great impact on the mangrove ecosystem, bringing lots of benefits.

Zoey:

Today, we had a conservation activity-planting of mangrove saplings. Despite the fact that the activity lasted for only about an hour or two, I find it “educational”. Why? Firstly, through this activity, I got to understand the hard work done by SBWR’s staff in salvaging the mangroves. It is certainly hard work. I only planted about 4 saplings and I felt extremely tired already. Secondly, as I am digging a pit, lots of organisms pop out to say “hi” to me. So, in the process, I got to know a new friend-peanut worms. Yes, it is disgusting but they are also important, as they are food for birds and other animals. All in all, I think that it has been a excellent activity!

Cassandra:

According to the staff of Sungei Buloh, we were told that such a conservation activity like going onto the mudflats of the reserve was not something any Tom , Dick and Harry would be able to do. Such a rare opportunity was even put forward to us, students and it then pushed me to treasure such an opportunity. Replanting was indeed not an easy job. My clothes got stained with mud, my spectacles were splashed with mud and my face was also splattered with mud. However, overall, it was a rewarding experience as I had played a part in the conservation of our precious mangroves. It was an eye-opener for me as I learnt how to use the various replanting tools. Although, it was tough, replanting was a new skill that I have learnt as this is not an everyday activity anyone can experience. All in all, I would indeed volunteer myself to such conservation activities again, to play my part in the conservation of the mangroves in Sungei Buloh, for the sake of Mother Nature and Planet Earth.

Pan Yin:

During the conservation activity, I was given the chance of getting closer to the Mothers’ Nature. We were assigned the jobs of planting mangroves trees in Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve. It was a tiring job and I got dirty and muddy when planting the trees. Despite that, I still felt that it was worthwhile whenever I think that the trees I had help to planted will one day grow to be the part of the wildlife. I was able to have an enriching experience through the activity and I am glad that I was able to play a part in the conservation of nature.