1996

Paul Koebnick has been at Singapore American School for 20 years. What began as his interest in lighting design evolved into his career in theater tech, and the opportunity to mentor hundreds of students!

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2002

As a student, Kate Ryan '02 learned to expect excellence from herself and the people she worked with. As a professional, she can trace much of her success back to the experiences she had as a student at Singapore American School.

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1988

For Singapore American School fitness teacher Ursula Pong, healthy living goes beyond a weekly trip to the gym. Her greatest joy comes from watching students move from the hunt for great abs to a desire to embrace a healthy lifestyle.

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2009

For Singapore American School middle school digital media teacher Ana María Gach, fun is at the heart of learning.

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2001

For Kyle Aldous '02, Singapore American School was an opportunity to discover his potential and use his teachers' support to lay his foundation for future success.

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How Veteran Real Estate Investors Buy Homes At A Bargain, *Hint* It’s NOT About The Price

 

 

 

It’s NOT About The Price! 

 

When I met a veteran real estate investor a few years ago, that was when I learned that’s NOT about the price.  Unlike the typical real estate buyer or the so called “investor” who cares about lowballing and buying below tax assesssed and getting the property at below market value, the Veteran Real Estate Investors don’t always think like that.

They think differently.  They think outside of the box.  They think about terms.  

 

 

What?  What do you mean?  Isn’t it about the price?

 

That’s what I thought too.   But, often veteran real estate investors are willing to pay market value or EVEN ABOVE MARKET VALUE if the terms are favorable.  

 

What do you mean if the terms are favorable?

 

What if you could get the seller to give you a mortgage at an incredibly low interest rate?  That would be called a vendor take back mortgage, a term that describes a seller giving you a mortgage so you if you can’t your banks to give you money or give you a good rate, the seller would give you that mortgage and you’d be making your mortgage payments to the seller, either weekly, bi-weekly or monthly or whatever you guys agree to.  

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1983

For Dr. Vicki Rogers, Singapore American School and her family are one in the same. Dr. Rogers attended SAS as a student and now teaches at SAS. Her son is now a student at SAS as well!

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River Park Place – Phase 2 coming to Richmond

Following the success of Intracorp’s One River Park Place, we are pleased to bring you and your clients the newest addition to Richmond’s riverfront Oval Village. RPP II will be Richmond’s brightest new neighbourhood and will feature the most sought-after amenities within minutes, while paving the way with progressive and illuminating technological details.

RPP II will feature 127 vibrant one, two and three bedroom homes. Views of the mountains, the river or the city centre will celebrate both the natural setting to the north, and a bustling epicentre of amenities to the south. Without even leaving your front door, Intracorp’s quality and industry-leading excellence is proven with state-of-the-art recording and practice rooms, a business centre, games and study rooms – all within steps – and all part of the luxury amenities at RPP II. Also enjoy a peaceful yoga room, an innovative gym space, and the ultimate car wash.

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Bikepacking on the Wild Trails of Britain

From Ireland to Britain: Bikepacking on the Wild Trails of Britain takes you & your bike on the most beautiful multi-day rides in Wales, Scotland and England.

Bikepacking is a big trend these days (check the The Bikepacking Framebag Manufacturer List to see how to transform your bike into a bikepacking rig) so it was a nice surprise as I was contacted by Wild Things Publishing and a question if they could use one of my photos in the book. Sure they could! As a wee thank you they sent me a copy of the book, and as I love alternative travel guide books Bikepacking on the Wild Trails of Britain was right up my alley.

It is another beautiful book that will inspire you to pack up your bike and head to Britain in order to ride one (or more!) of the presented trips. From Epic Wilderness Rides over Family Rides to Technical & Coastal Trails, the book presents 30 trips which range from a night to a week or riding in the countryside of Britain. The book starts off with an introduction to bikepacking and some history, some stories to get you in the mood, tips on gear - including a cool short chapter on tarps! - and how to plan a ride. In short: All you need to get on your bike and head out for a night or more in the wild. After the introduction it takes you on the different rides, which make up the majority of the book. These are sorted by regions in the UK - from the South East to the South West of England to the Midlands, Scotland and Wales. A map of the UK in the beginning highlights where these trips are to be found (good for planning) and a table on the next page gives quick overview of relevant data about the rides - including distance, ascent and how many percent of the ride are off-road.

I loved the very well designed info boxes which had all needed information ready with one look, a small map which gave a good idea of the ride (though you’ll need a real map for your adventure) and the beautiful photos. The trip descriptions are entertaining little trip reports in their own which will make you anticipate your own ride even more. All in all a unique book that is beautifully designed & presented. If you’re into bikepacking and want to go to Britain for a wee adventure or more, this book is a recommended read!

Buy it directly from Wild Things Publishing or Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk or Amazon.de.

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Exploring Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way

Is the Wild Atlantic Way on your bucket list? Then you want to grab this travel guide to Ireland’s wild west coast!

Last year I was lucky enough to explore Ireland, hike the IAT and go sea stack climbing. What caught my interest and brought me to the Green Isle, however, was the Wild Atlantic Way: The world’s longest coastal touring route which goes from south to north along the west coast and is over 2.500 km long. There’s all kind of adventures to be had along the WAW, from visits in picturesque Irish villages and their pubs to bigger towns and their cultural offerings. However, Exploring Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way helps you find the off-the-beaten-track gems and takes you outdoors into the fresh, Irish air (and occasional rain shower!).

On 224 pages Exploring Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way takes you from the south in Kinsale to the far north of Malin Head along the coast. In seven chapters - divided by county - you can start to explore the Wild Atlantic Way. Do you fancy surfing, sea stack climbing and lots of remote wilderness? Then head to Donegal in the north. Do you prefer a cable car ride to an island, trying your luck fishing or going cycling? Then Cork in the south is a good place to start your adventures! Wherever you decide to go, Exploring Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way will have an insider tip ready for you. The seven county chapters are further divided into sections, each coming with their own little overview map to give you a feel of the land. Hundreds of gorgeous photos will get you in the mood to explore, while the detailed introduction chapter gives tips on when to come, what to bring and any other question you may have.

Ireland is beautiful, and Exploring Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way helps you discover the green isle beyond the hustle and bustle of Dublin and the other big towns. Jam-packed with beautiful photos that inspire to visit the described places on Ireland’s west coast this book helps you plan your ultimate outdoor adventure itinerary. Three Rocks Books has created another stunning book which showcases some of the best scenery, sights and places in Ireland, and no matter if you plan to explore the Wild Atlantic Way on a roadtrip, by bike or public transportation, it will make sure you will see the true Wild Atlantic Way. My tip: Book a flight to Ireland the same time you order this book!

Buy it directly from Three Rocks Books or from Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk or Amazon.de.

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Yosemite in the Fifties

Big walls, inspiring stories, epic climbing photos - that’s Yosemite in the Fifties in a nutshell.

“Show me a climber who doesn’t know Yosemite and I show you someone who doesn’t climb.” OK, I made that up, but there’s a hint of truth in that: Climbers from across the globe know the view down the valley on El Cap, heard about the epic Dawn Wall climb of Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson in 2015, and just long to stand underneath the towering granite walls of El Capitain before also they will start to scale it. Yosemite in the Fifties transportes you back in time to the iron age of climbing history in the valley, when climbers where pushing the envelope of what had been thought possible and established the routes we still climb today.

The book is a collection of beautiful photos of the valley, the protagonists and their climbs, all taken with cameras that relied on the skill & knowledge of the operator. In between these inspiring photos are four chapters with over a dozen essays. These essays are from original source material - first-person narratives and anecdotes of the climbers and their friends, interspersed with archive photos and shots of memorabilia from back in the day. Stories range from a history of climbing tools over portraits to historic climbing routes. With over 200 pages and twenty essays Yosemite in the Fifties is captivating for a long time and a book one can go back to time & again to let the imagination wander off once more while looking at the old photos or reading one of the adventurous stories.

Climbing in Yosemite is high on my bucket list so Yosemite in the Fifties is a book I enjoyed immensely. It’s a tasteful combination of visuals and stories, many written by John Long, one of climbing’s best writers. If climbing in Yosemite is something you also aspire to, I think you should pick up this beautiful coffee table book and immerse yourself into the history of the Iron Age of climbing in the valley. The stories and little anecdotes will surely be something that will make your wish to go to Yosemite even stronger, and once you’re standing on a ledge on El Cap Tower you will remember this book, it stories, and smile - because now you are there, and become part of its history!

Buy it directly from Patagonia or Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk or Amazon.de.

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Log Home Inspection: What to look for when buying a log and timber home

“Don’t judge a book by it’s cover,” my dad use to say. The same goes when buying a custom Log or Timber Frame Home. It’s important to do a full log home inspection, inside and out so you can assess and address any potential problem areas. The exterior logs may not look perfect but that doesn’t mean you should turn your back on a once beautiful home. Some log homes just need a little tender love and care to bring them back to their original beauty. Log homes have some characteristics that are very different from conventional homes, so here are a few things to look for when shopping for a log house.

Log Home Settling and Shrinking

First off, full scribe log homes are the most prone to settling but all log homes have a bit of settling and shrinking. Settling typically occurs over the first few years as the logs dry, lose their moisture and shrink. A properly built log home will take this shrinkage into consideration when building to ensure you don’t have major cracks or structural damage. Here are some signs to look for that may indicate the home didn’t settle properly.

• Logs inside and outside the home: Logs shrink in diameter due to loss of their natural bound water over time. As they dry out, they may naturally crack. Some cracks are not a concern but larger cracks more that ¼” in width should be repaired or have some caulking applied.

• Windows and doors: Log homes should be built with settling space above the doors and windows in order to prevent the weight of the walls from bearing down on them. If you notice bowing or the doors sticking when opening this may be the result of not enough space left for settling.

• Staircases: If walls lose height, anything connected to them does as well, and this includes the stairs. Inspect stairs to ensure they are level and still properly connected to the home.

• Electrical and pipes: Vertically installed plumbing pipes and rigid conduit may accumulate stress in two or more storied homes if not properly installed for shrinkage. It’s important to work with an electrician and plumber that has expertise with log homes as the procedures are slightly different compared to traditional log homes.

Log Home Exterior

It’s not uncommon for log homes to look a bit dirty and have some flaking on their finish, but if you notice black spots on the exterior surface, this could be a sign of mold or mildew. If possible, use a hammer to tap the logs. If you hear a hollow sound, this could be a good indication of rotting within the logs.

Log Finish Stains and Coatings

Logs can easily become deteriorated by weather. Different stains and coatings are designed to protect log surfaces from UV damage, while some also prevent destruction from wood-loving insects and pests. To test the effectiveness of your log home’s finish, spray the logs with water – if the water beads on the surface, all is well, but if it is absorbed by the wood, then the finish is no longer functioning properly.

Insect Infestation

Fortunately, most wood-destroying insects tend to leave behind little clues of infestation. The entry and exit holes can tell you what species of insects you are dealing with, while sometimes you may actually see the insects themselves. Both termites and carpenter ants shed their wings and burrow into the wood when they reach a new location, leaving behind tell-tale piles of wings and small bits of sawdust-like particles around holes. Be sure to research what damage-causing insect is in your area, as well as any tips on how to prevent infestations.

Proper Drainage

We talk often of the perimeter of your home having proper drainage, and it is crucial that no logs are touching soil or grass. As beautiful as your landscaping can be, it can cause serious moisture issues and bug infestations, when it resides too close to the exterior logs of your home.  

Deck Flashing

When installed correctly, decks look amazing, so make sure the proper flashing has been installed and that there are no huge gaps between the exterior wall and the deck. When water drips off the roof and onto the deck it tends to splash back onto the house, so keep an eye out for water damage.

Gutters

Though not all that aesthetically-pleasing, gutters prevent water from running down the exterior walls and causing water damage to your log home. The downspouts also direct water away from the foundation, preventing water from going directly into the basement.

Overhangs and Exposed Logs

Overhangs keep snow and rain from saturating the foundation and off the exterior walls. They should be no less than 24 inches and at least 36 inches on a two story home. Logs that have been exposed to natural elements can turn grey and begin to rot over time creating huge structural damage to the home.

Missing or Messy Chinking or Caulking

Look for any spots where the chinking or caulk is missing or appears messy and unappealing. This could be an indication that other areas of the home may not be up to par care. The repairs should not be done with a “good enough” attitude and shouldn’t stand out like a sore thumb.

If you do notice there are some areas of the home that need some attention and repair, you can hire an experienced log home builder or trades person to help you in most cases. This article will provide you with a good overview of what you should be looking for and we recommended having someone who is familiar with log homes to accompany you, even a log home trained inspector, as log homes have different behaviours compared to traditional homes.

If you have purchased a log home and are looking to have some repairs or renovations done feel free to contact us info@artisanlog.com.

Related Articles

• Protecting your log home from dry rot
• Log structures and cracked logs
• 5 DIY builder mistakes and how to avoid them
• Log Homes 101: Everything you need to know about log homes

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Five SAS Grads

Five SAS grads gather at the Graduation Party for Jasmine Root, Ken's daughter. Economics Major, Willamette University Class of 2016. Left to Right: Sam Brodland '75, Chuck Root '68, Sue Root '69, Lee Root '70 and Ken Root '72

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Changes to Uniform Sales: August 1-5, 2016

All sales will be made via the SAS PTA's online store: http://ift.tt/1s8ZzWE that will re-open on July 28, 2016. Pay for uniforms using credit cards or Paypal. There will be no cash transactions. Collect your uniform orders on campus from August 1-5 in high school gym 1.

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Coffee Morning with MayaThiagarajan

Educator and author, Maya Thiagarajan (MEd '01) has lived and worked in India, Singapore, and the US. She began her teaching career with Teach For America and then spent a decade teaching in some of America's most prestigious independent schools. In 2010, Maya moved to Singapore to teach at the United World College of South East Asia (UWC).

In addition to her work in the classroom, Maya writes and speaks widely on parenting and education. She is the author of Beyond The Tiger Mom: East-West Parenting for the Global Age. On May 24, she will speak with the Harvard community about integrating learning in the home. Specifically, she'll help parents consider ways to create learning cultures in their homes, and she will provide parents with research-backed strategies to help children develop strong foundations in math and reading, as well as an enduring love of learning.

24 May 2016 - 10:30am to 12pm - Morning Coffee with author Maya Thiagarajan (HGSE '01)
The Tanglin Club
5 Stevens Road  
Singapore 257814

Contact: Rebecca Woo (rwoo89@post.harvard.edu) (COL '89, HUAAS Committe Member)

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The Week In Review 236

“You learn a lot when you’re barefoot. The first thing is every step you take is different.” - Michael Franti

News

It’s spring, lakes and rivers are open and you are pondering which packraft to get? I know the feeling. Good thing the Packrafting Store has created the most awesome fully-interactive comparison chart which lists all their packrafts from super-ultralight to cargo carriers for the whole family. Use it to find the right packraft for your needs, sorted by size, weight and best use, rated from robustness to Whitewater capability and see what the different accessories weigh. After you made up your mind click the packraft and get directly to the prduct page and find out even more about your chosen raft. I know I’d wish there’d been something like this when I started packrafting years ago!

Help LAUFBURSCHE and win a SUL Cuben Fiber huckePÄCKchen!

I am a cyclist. I am here to fuck you up.

Share your favourite Weekend Bikepacking Route and win some sweet prizes.

Dean Potter, 1972–2015.

How Chris McCandless Died.

Alex Lowe’s Son Reflects on Finding Closure.

Candide Thovex skis in spring conditions.

The Enormocast with Ines Papert.

A good Motion Timelapse Tutorial.

Check out these hand-made leather sandals from VIVOBAREFOOT.

Adjustments on and off the trail.

Books for the 21st Century Environmentalist.

Bunyan Velo Issue 6 is out!

How Neuroscientists Explain the Mind-Clearing Magic of Running.

Get $30 Off the Fre Power Case From LifeProof which gives your iPhone 6 complete protection plus 2X Battery Life. Oh, and there’s Free Shipping, too!

Bergfreunde finally got a responsive website! Go check it out on your tablet and smartphone and also check out their big 10th Anniversary Raffle!

The Backcountry.com Outlet has up to 70% off on your favourite outdoor gear and gives you free 2-day shipping on orders over $50.

Trip Reports

Check out Hikeminded’s Serra de Tramuntana posts from the GR21! [German]

“La travesía de los lagos”.

Nick visits Conachcraig and Lochnagar.

Ute & kids enter the realm of the Dragon, the Kundler Klamm. [German]

夏至・遊の營. [Chinese]

The Ladies’ Climbing trip to Yosemite.

Cool trip report from the Coast Trail – East Sooke Regional Park.

Oh, how beautiful is…. [German]

Somewhere in New Zealand.

Heather’s Wake Up Fall.

Gerald finishes his exploration of the Huanchaca Plateau. [German]

A spring wild camp in Mid Wales.

Highland Trail 2016 Recce.

David takes a hike up Mt. Kawanori.

Rode Trip: Bikefishing the Salmonfly Hatch in Maupin.

Check out Rick’s Sunshine Coast Trail Trip Reports.

What’s left.

Gear Reviews

Using your Smartphone as a GPS.

Derek reviews the Hennessy Deep Jungle Asym Hammock.

Raf takes a look at the Arc’teryx Acrux AR Boot.

Keith reviews the ZPacks Sleeping Bag.

Jens tests the Adidas Terrex Skyclimb Top. [German]

Ivo made a DIY Tramplite-Style Shelter from Silnylon.

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McKinnon by Cressey – 40 Immaculate Kerrisdale Pre-Construction Concrete Apartment Residences

Cressey development proudly presents McKinnon in the sought-after Kerrisdale area.  These exclusive residences feature the desirable West side location, a four-storey mixed use concrete building with 40 residence on 3 levels, and is located nearby to parks, community centre, library, and the shopping district.  With 18 neighborhood restaurants within walking distance, this is a luxury community within itself.

We have not yet seen the floor plans for McKinnon, but you can expect from Cressey easy-to-furnish floor plans with beautiful interiors that are flexible and able to withstand the rigours of day-to-day living. The CresseyKitchenTM is a prime example of their forward thinking design ethic, bringing even more utility and ease into people’s lives.

Cressey hasn’t announced when McKinnon will be ready for occupancy, but don’t miss out the opportunity to purchase these exclusive homes when details are released.

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Booster Booth End of Year Sale

Don't miss this sale! Pack up souvenirs for family and friends before you go home for the summer. The Booster Booth will be at the elementary school foyer selling booster merchandise on Thursday, June 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

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Let's Scream for Ice Cream!

Come and join us at the ice cream social on August 5 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. One of the PTA's welcome back events, the ice cream social is where you can meet up with other SAS families, friends, and teachers while enjoying a scoop of ice cream or a popsicle. To make it even sweeter, please consider helping us for a shift or two. Click title to volunteer

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PTA Executive Board

Congratulations to our PTA executive officers for 2016-17: Morgan Frontczak, President Mina Bregman, Vice-President Hamutal Bar, Secretary Christine Miyasaki, Treasurer Manaswi Jhala, Parliamentarian To find out more about how you can get involved, contact PTA president, Morgan Frontczak.

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Spring Writing II

Spring is in the air and new magazines are on the newsstand!

WALDEN

WALDEN is a new German magazine which not only has a fantastic layout & design, the content and stories in it also are top-notch. Thus it was a nice surprise to be asked if I’d like to contribute a short piece to the third issue - and now I’m part of the WALDEN family. Read my and other outdoor blogger’s spring tips in issue three which you can order here.

Outdoor Enthusiast

I already mentioned my online piece about Via Ferratas in the Outdoor Enthusiast Magazine a month or two ago, but the article is also in the print magazine. It’s free and includes some great stories & photos, so if you see it in your local outdoor shop grab a copy and enjoy it with a glass of beer the next time you’re needing an outdoor fix!

Bike & Travel and trekking Magazin

For both the Bike & Travel Magazine and trekking Magazin I have been writing a company portrait of Thule, the Swedish company that’s well-known for their innovative transport solutions for bikes & skis. Both pieces are slightly different, so if you want to know more about Thule’s backpack line make sure to grab a copy of the trekking Magazin while if you’re a cyclist and want to know about their panniers and child transporters grab the Bike & Travel Magazin!

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Buying Real Estate IS NOT LIKE Buying At The Bay

 

 

The phrase I always hear from people looking to buy real estate is, 

 

I Want A Bargain!

 

When I first entered the real estate industry, a colleague of mine told me.  “Gary, buying real estate is not like buying at The Bay”

I said, “What?  What do you mean?”

He continued, “You know how you go to The Bay and you’re looking to buy a $100 shirt and because it’s Bay Day, you get 30% off.  Then when you sign up for their Bay card, you get another 15% off, then there’s a scratch and save and you get an additional 25% off, and by the end of the day, you end buying the $100 shirt for $20?”

“Yah, it’s such a great deal eh?”, I replied.

“That DOES NOT happen in real estate.”  He emphasized, “But people seem to think buying houses are like that, they want 30 – 50% or more off of the purchase price and it’s ridiculous.”

I learned something that day.  The public doesn’t know how it works in the real estate industry.  They think they know, but they don’t.  

 

Then how do I know how much I can sell my home for?

 

For sellers, you talk to a Realtor who knows the market (balanced, buyer’s or seller’s market), knows the comps in the area and has a general forecast of where the market is heading in the short term.  

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Over 100 Years of Broadway

You are invited to attend an exciting, upbeat, and fun afternoon chronicling the evolution of Broadway musicals over the last century on Saturday, May 14 at 4:00 p.m.

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Executive Officers 2016-17

Congratulations to our Booster Club executive officers for 2016-17: Lan Fisher, President Kay Schot, Vice-President Doreen Chou, Secretary Mary Kate Wallace, Treasurer Heide Angel, Parliamentarian

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Teenage Cooking Boot Camp: College Survival Skills

Before you know it, you'll be in college. Are you ready? Set yourself on the right path towards healthier living in a mere two days, by learning how to cook with professionally trained faculty chefs from the top cooking college in the United States! After you take our boot camp, you will be able to impress your friends with your buttermilk pancakes, fluffy omelettes, roast chicken, chocolate mousse, and more. Click title for more information.

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Senior Graduation Lunch

Booster Club is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of the senior class of 2016. This year's lunch will be held at Orchid Country Club on Wednesday, June 1.

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PTA Uniform Store Needs Volunteers

The PTA Uniform Store is THE place to get your school uniforms. To get uniforms to all new and returning families, we need volunteers in three areas. You can volunteer for as many positions and shifts as you like. Click title for sign up links.

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Storytelling Festival at SAS

Come use your imagination as you listen to stories without the books! The Storytelling Festival will be May 24 and 25 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:40 p.m. in room P314. Click title for more information and festival presenters.

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Gymnastics Summer Camp

Swing, jump, and bounce your way into a super fun summer! SAS Community Sports and Activities will be hosting gymnastics camps from June 6 to June 10 and June 13 to 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. All ages welcome! Email sas-csa@sas.edu.sg for details.

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2016-17 Tuition and Fees Due June 1

Before the end-of-school rush begins, we would like to remind families returning next year that tuition and fee payments for the 2016-17 school year are due Wednesday, June 1.

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Taking Your Helper to the US

US Embassy representatives will be at Singapore American School to guide families through the process of taking their helpers to the US. The town hall meeting, which will provide an opportunity to ask questions, will take place on Monday, May 9 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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6 Log Home Maintenance Tips for Spring

Spring is an important time of year to take on some general log home maintenance. Inspecting your log home for winter damage from sitting snow, freezing water and chimney use, while preparing your home for warmer summer days ahead. Log home maintenance involves the overall upkeep of its shell to protect it from water or UV damage, insect or rodent intrusion and damage caused by air infiltration; and contrary to popular belief, it is neither complex or expensive relative to the outcome in the end. The effort of spending two days a year, is well worth it when it means you’ll be avoiding more costly repairs in the long run while adding value to your log home.

Before you begin, make sure you have the followings tools in place:

• A rough sketch of your log home’s walls, including the directions of North, East, South and West.
• Painter’s tape to mark any notable areas that require maintenance.
• A camera to take pictures of possible problem areas.

Once you have your tools in place, plan for your Spring walk-around – a second walk-around in the Fall would be advisable too. You’ll want to give yourself plenty of time to inspect every area of your log home, so give yourself at least a day to do this uninterrupted. Paying particular attention to the South and West sides of your log home as they receive the most amount of sunlight exposure, get to know your home’s behaviour and take into account these 7 key areas:

6 Key Log Home Maintenance Areas

Cleaning Gutters

Clogged gutters can create quite a problem for your log home, resulting in rot or a gutter that won’t even work properly. Cleaning out your log home gutters by removing all leaves and debris from the Fall is an important step to ensuring that your gutters remain clean, clear and functional.

Landscaping and Pruning 

As beautiful as they can be, trees, shrubs and other plants placed too close to your log home can become a nightmare for your home. Make sure bushes and flowers are planted well away from your home’s exterior walls and that trees and shrubs are trimmed on a regular basis. This will ensure that moisture levels remain low and

Stacking, Piling and Burning Wood

Wood burning fires and log homes go hand-in-hand, but, it’s important to keep woodpiles far from log structures to allow for proper air circulation. Wood stacked right up against your log home is not only a prime environment for moisture buildup that leads to mold and rot, but it is also an invitation for insects and rodents to make their way from your woodpile to your home’s structural wood.

Cleaning and Washing

Wash your log home at least twice a year to remove pollen, dirt and other airborne elements that may have settled on its surface. To clean your home, try Log Wash, a liquid concentrate for cleaning log and wood surfaces that can be used as a maintenance cleaner or to prepare the surface of wood for a new coat of stain or topcoat.

Sealing Cracks and Gaps

Cracks and gaps can occur when your log home shrinks and expands over time. This can cause your home’s energy efficiency to decrease, while also allowing water it get in behind the chink. For these reasons, it’s important to address any and all cracks and gaps as soon as you find them.

For more details on log cracks and gaps check out this article here: Log Structures and Cracked Logs

Refinishing Your Log Home

Your log home’s stain does not just serve an aesthetic purpose, but it protects your home’s wood from the elements as well. During your walk-around, if you notice that the staining is peeling or cracked in any area at all, it’s important that you contact a professional for a consultation, as your home may require a complete re-staining.

Check out our 4 steps to refinishing your log home.

Look for Pests

Look for signs of insect or rodent activity by identifying any piles of sawdust or tunneling. Powder Post Beetles, termites and carpenter ants are all frustrating insects that can yield unpleasant results if left unchecked. A well-maintained finish on your log home will help to minimize moisture accumulation, thus deterring these pesky insects.

Although maintaining your log home can be relatively straightforward, we understand you may not always have the time to commit to a thorough inspection so feel free to contact a local home maintenance company to help. If you do contact a local company make sure they have experience specifically with log homes as the maintenance for them can be slightly different.

For more log home maintenance tips check out these articles:

• Protecting your home from dry rot
• Top 5 DIY home builder mistakes and how to avoid them
• Log Homes 101 Section

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Executive Officers 2016-17

Congratulations to our Booster Club executive officers for 2016-17: Lan Fisher, President Kay Schot, Vice-President Doreen Chou, Secretary Mary Kate Wallace, Treasurer Heide Angel, Parliamentarian

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Teenage Cooking Boot Camp: College Survival Skills

Before you know it, you'll be in college. Are you ready? Set yourself on the right path towards healthier living in a mere two days, by learning how to cook with professionally trained faculty chefs from the top cooking college in the United States! After you take our boot camp, you will be able to impress your friends with your buttermilk pancakes, fluffy omelettes, roast chicken, chocolate mousse, and more. Click title for more information.

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Senior Graduation Lunch

Booster Club is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of the senior class of 2016. This year's lunch will be held at Orchid Country Club on Wednesday, June 1.

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PTA Uniform Store Needs Volunteers

The PTA Uniform Store is THE place to get your school uniforms. To get uniforms to all new and returning families, we need volunteers in three areas. You can volunteer for as many positions and shifts as you like. Click title for sign up links.

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Storytelling Festival at SAS

Come use your imagination as you listen to stories without the books! The Storytelling Festival will be May 24 and 25 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:40 p.m. in room P314. Click title for more information and festival presenters.

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The Biggest Mistake In Real Estate Negotiations

 

I know what you’re thinking when it comes to negotiating real estate:  

 

I Want A Great Deal!

I Want A Win/Win Situation

I’m A Reasonable Person

 

But in reality, when I work with sellers and buyers, their actions show more like:

 

Take This Lowball!

I Want A Win/Lose Deal, I Win, You Lose!

My Price Isn’t Overpriced, It’s Reasonable!

 

The problem is, most buyers and sellers think they are reasonable, but when they stand in the position of the other party, they’d probably think differently.  

Buying or selling real estate is often an emotional process for people and that’s why Realtors are there to offer an unbiased opinion on the situation.  I am often able to see both sides of the equation through my interaction with my client and the other party.  I educate and advise, and then it’s up to my clients to decide how they want to proceed.  Sometimes they listen to me, sometimes they don’t.

 

The #1 one thing I thing I tell my clients to watch out for real estate negotiations is to not piss off the other party.  If I’m representing a buyer, if there’s not much competition, sometimes I would advise to write a low offer, but not something so low that would piss off the seller.  

The post The Biggest Mistake In Real Estate Negotiations appeared first on Gary Wong Realty Vancouver, BC.

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2016-17 Tuition and Fees Due June 1

Before the end-of-school rush begins, we would like to remind families returning next year that tuition and fee payments for the 2016-17 school year are due Wednesday, June 1.

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Taking Your Helper to the US

US Embassy representatives will be at Singapore American School to guide families through the process of taking their helpers to the US. The town hall meeting, which will provide an opportunity to ask questions, will take place on Monday, May 9 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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Gymnastics Summer Camp

Swing, jump, and bounce your way into a super fun summer! SAS Community Sports and Activities will be hosting gymnastics camps from June 6 to June 10 and June 13 to 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. All ages welcome! Email sas-csa@sas.edu.sg for details.

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Over 100 Years of Broadway

You are invited to attend an exciting, upbeat, and fun afternoon chronicling the evolution of Broadway musicals over the last century on Saturday, May 14 at 4:00 p.m.

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Kate Duncan’s Address Show Is in Full Swing!

Thank you so much to everyone who has come out and supported us at the show! It has been an incredible turnout this year and it is still in full force rolling on for the final two days. We’ve had such a great time connecting with everyone and the work displayed is beyond amazing! Beautiful craftsmanship, intricate detailing and countless hours of hard work has been poured into the show pieces. We’ve all been blown away by the work.

A huge thank you to Kate Duncan and Amber Kingsnorth for the opportunity to get together celebrate everyone’s efforts!

In case you haven’t had a chance to make it out yet, here is a bit of what you’re missing!

Photo by Brittney Kwasngey: Custom Sofa by Fabulous Furnishings, Table by Tim Grant, pendant light by Propellor & Wall Art by Lauren Mycroft

Sofa by Nicholas Purcell Furniture

 

 

The fun isn’t over yet,  Address goes on until Sunday 11am-6pm. In honour of all the incredible mothers out there, Mother’s day treats will be served so be sure to stop by!

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Laufen. Essen. Schlafen.

Planning on hiking the PCT, CDT or AT? Then you can’t get around not reading German Tourist’s book “Laufen. Essen. Schlafen.”.

I met Christine two years ago as she was cycling through Finland, and we spent a nice afternoon eating cake and sushi in Vaasa. Of course I knew her much longer digitally, but it was really nice to finally met her and hear more about her stories from hiking, paddling and cycling around the globe. If you’re not so lucky to meet German Tourist (her Trailname) then you should pick up a copy of her book Laufen. Essen. Schlafen. which was published just a month ago. It’s in German, though, so I hope your Deutsch skills are up to scratch. The book chronicles GT’s decision from first hiking one long-distance trail in the US to all three and abandoning a normal 9-to-5 life.

The book starts out with Christine as a successful business women who is on holiday in the US, to losing her job and a good friend which in turn make her decide to go hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. The hiking story reminded me in parts of Keith’s The Last Englishman, a book about Keith’s PCT hike. It’s a mix of trail description, trail talk (gossip) and Chrisitine’s experiences on the PCT. The PCT chapter is also the longest of the 288 page long book, with each subsequent chapter getting shorter.

The CDT chapter then starts again with Christine the successful business woman, a romance that’s doomed from the start, and the hard hiking life on the CDT. No rest days for three and a half months! During the CDT chapter German Tourist meets friends from the PCT again, loses her job while on holidays, and decides to quite the 9-to-5 rat race life. The AT chapter, which is a mere fifty something pages, then feels hurried. There’s the misery at the start, the realization that she does not need to hurry anymore, more meetings with old friends from the PCT and pretty autumn hiking through the green jungle.

I read the book in a day and overall found it an enjoyable read. There were a few sections that made me thoughtful, sad, laugh and anticipate what would happen next. The book is entertaining, but I felt that in the CDT and AT chapter Christine was just in a hurry to finish the book and get outdoors again - I would have wished for similar insights & details from her about these two trails, too. Despite this I think it is a great read for anyone who is interested in hiking and long-distance backpacking, as Christine writes eloquently about the life on the trail and what it entails. The sections about her conversations with fellow thru-hikers and trail angels where my favourites by far, and made me want to pack my backpack and fly over to the USA!

Get your copy at Piper, Amazon.co.uk or Amazon.de

Disclaimer: The book was sent for free to me by the publisher. This does not influence the article as I maintain full editorial control of the content published on this site. There are affiliate links in this article. Read the Transparency Disclaimer for more information on affiliate links & blogger transparency.

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White Elephant Sale Tomorrow!

The PTA White Elephant Sale is tomorrow (Saturday) from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the elementary school foyer. This giant community rummage sale has more than 30 individuals selling gently used goods along with 20 homes in the Woodlands participating in the sale. Come out and shop! Don't forget to stop by the PTA office for the final used books sale of the year.

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PTA Coffee Cancelled

The PTA coffee scheduled for Friday, May 13 has been cancelled. If you have any questions, please email Cayce Cirino, PTA secretary.

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2012

Sharmishta Sivaramakrishnan '12 started supporting Caring For Cambodia as the treasurer of the SAS high school Caring For Cambodia club for two years. Recalling her first visit to Cambodia in 2010, she says, "It amazed me that a country just two hours away by plane from Singapore had such an interesting, complex post-conflict environment affected by the mixed nature of its history, including both the Khmer Rouge genocide and the glory days of the Angkor kingdom."

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1958

The SAS Eagles were born when students voted on the team name in 1958-59. That year, the school's first varsity team took the field in fast-pitch softball. The Eagles played as the Diamonds in the Singapore Softball Association under the sponsorship of Goodyear, because the school did not have a budget for extracurricular sports. And to call it a varsity team was a stretch, as it contained seventh and eighth graders.

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1970

Until the 1970s, music at the high school was extracurricular. Vocal music had been limited to the Glee Club, which was viewed as a female activity, and there were occasional attempts at rock and roll and school bands.

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1956

The King's Road campus held so many memories for me that it is still painful to reflect on its passing. I'm like the guy in the TV ad who visits his childhood home and finds a ragged shuttlecock that brings back thoughts of his youth. For me, every hallway and every corner of that campus echoed with memories.

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1956

My father served with the US Air Force in England during World War II and became a US citizen. He moved to Singapore in 1947, where he met and married my mother. He was a well-known figure in the small American community, owned a popular service station on Holland Road, and was a founding member of the American Club.

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1983

Singapore American School has been a part of my family for almost 30 years. When my parents moved our family to Singapore in 1983 and enrolled my siblings—Kimberly Rameker Hurst ('94) and Victor Rameker ('97)—and me in SAS, we did not expect to still be chanting, "Go Eagles!" nearly three decades later.

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1956

On January 3, 1956, in a ceremony held at 15 Rochalie Drive, Singapore's Governor, His Excellency Sir Robert Black, officially declared the school open, pulling the draw string to unveil the dedication plaque which still hangs today at the school's Woodlands campus.

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1965

In the late 1960s, the school administration prohibited students from riding motorcycles to school. The student council disagreed with the decision and, in 1969, appealed to the school board to lift the ban. It was rare that students could drive cars in Singapore, and motorcycle licenses could be more easily obtained at age 16.

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Parc Riviera – Final Phase of the newest waterfront community in Richmond

Coming off the success of 4 sold-out phases, Parc Riviera is releasing its final phase of condo residences.  The newest phase will be a 6storey condominium called Monaco.  With various views to select from (mountain, water, or city) and featuring children’s play area, gym, hot tub, and pool, Dava Developments has built a thriving community in a peaceful yet convenient area of Richmond along the Fraser River and looks forward to adding to its growth with the latest release.

The post Parc Riviera – Final Phase of the newest waterfront community in Richmond appeared first on Vancouver New Condos.

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PTA Coffee Cancelled

The PTA coffee scheduled for Friday, May 13 has been cancelled. If you have any questions, please email Cayce Cirino, PTA secretary.

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Arne Vancouver – 20 Danish-Inspired Townhomes in Mount Pleasant

This project will bring twenty townhomes to Mount Pleasant, built by Arne by MONDEVO and offering a clean, warm expression that balances architectural modernity with flexible layouts. Its floor space ratio, open courtyard layout, outdoor stroller lockers, and proximity to a park with a playground make this development ideal for young families. Arne’s first two storeys are a very crisp cube in white brick veneer, with form and material emphasizing the individuality of each dwelling. The upper storey is a more subtle, contrasting expression of metal faux wood siding that recedes from view, giving the impression of a smaller external facing.

The post Arne Vancouver – 20 Danish-Inspired Townhomes in Mount Pleasant appeared first on Vancouver New Condos.

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Best Log Home Builders in British Columbia (Reviews/Ratings)

If you are considering building a log home, chances are you are doing a fair bit of research. In doing so, you’re going to research different styles and builders to find the builder that best fits what you are looking for. While we can help to build beautiful custom log, timber frame and post and beam homes and walk you through every step of the building process, we understand that you still may want to explore other options before making your final decision.

It’s common for us to hear, “What other custom log builders do you recommend?”. So that is why we have put together a list of some of the top 8 log home builders in British Columbia, Canada.

We want to provide an honest and transparent review of each of these companies as we have become friends and worked alongside many of them on projects in the past. We want to help you make the best decision possible, so let’s dive in!

Pioneer Log Homes: Located in Williams Lake, B.C., Pioneer Log Homes has been building homes for over 40 years. Best known for their hit HGTV TV series, Timber Kings, Pioneer has helped to put log home building back on the map. They specialize in luxury log homes and ship all around the world.

Norse Log Homes Ltd: Established in 1975, Norse Log Homes has been around for a number of years, currently located in Lantzville, B.C. on Vancouver Island. Norse specializes in full scribe log homes and cabins.

Brian Moore Log Homes: Over the last 30 years, Brian Moore has built over 400 homes including timber frame and post and beam. Located in Abbotsford, B.C. they specialize in log and timber frame homes.

Log Homes Canada: In Chilliwack B.C., you’ll find Log Homes Canada. They’ve been building for over 30 years and focus on building with Western Red Cedar. They offer a list of services including log home kits.

Cascade Handcrafted Log Homes: Another staple in B.C. log home building is Cascade Handcrafted Log Homes.They have been around for many years and focus on both residential and commercial designs.

Lake Country Log Homes: Specializing in log cabins, Lake Country Log Homes has been in business for many years as well and is located in Salmon Arm, B.C.

West Coast Log Homes: Similar to most of the previous builders we have discussed, West Coast Homes builds a variety of styles. Their speciality is pressure washing the logs rather than peeling them.

Sitka Log Homes: One of the first log home builders to build a home on site, then put it into containers and ship it to it’s final location. Sitka has been in business for many years and specializes in high-end custom log homes.

There are our 8 suggested log home builder in B.C. to consider. We also thought that you might want to look at some of these helpful resources:

• Best Logs to Build a Custom Log Home
• The Difference Between Full Scribe vs Post and Beam vs Timber Frame
• How Much do Log Homes Cost
• Log Homes 101

Also, here are a few associations that provide additional resources and tools about log home builders, designers and other trades:

B.C. Wood: A non-profit organization that represents builders and manufactures of wood-products in B.C. They help ensure a sustainable wood industry in B.C. and Canada offering education, training and promotion of numerous trades.

International Log Builders Association: A non-profit society, the ILBA writes and distributes educational materials on log construction to individuals, institutions, and industry. In addition, the association provides educational services related to the craft of log building, develop and disseminate educational material and programs related to the craft, and establish operating trust funds for scholarships and educational purposes.

B.C. Log and Timber Builders Association: B.C. Log and Timber Builders Association is dedicated to improving business opportunity, craftsmanship, and profitability for British Columbia’s log home and timber frame building industry.

As always, if you have any questions feel free to drop us an email info@artisanlog.com and we would be happy to help you out!

 

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A Leg for LAUFBURSCHE

Mateusz, backpacker and manufacturer of the ultralight LAUFBURSCHE backpacks, lost a leg in his battle against cancer. With this fundraiser I want to help him pay his medical bills and hopefully get a prosthesis that allows him to go hiking again.

Mateusz and I met the first time six years ago when he joined a group of ultralight backpackers who followed my invite for an Ultralight Winter trip. We hiked, laughed, camped in the snow, went to Sauna and jumped into the ice hole together, and have been in contact ever since. I was lucky enough to get one of the very first 40D black Silnylon huckePACKs, a design which was back then and still today is revolutionary. As an Architect Mateusz has a great eye for functional design, and his backpacks are considered far and wide works of art. My “Packing your framless backpack - LAUFBURSCHE huckePACK” video is probably my most-watched video on Youtube, and it is that backpack which I today will to raffle off in support of Mateusz.

As a fellow entrepreneuer I know that should sickness strike then shit hits the fan, and it’s sadly not different for Mateusz. Many other’s have written about his condition so I do not want to concentrate on it here, but instead send good vibes and support his way and a one-of-a-kind LAUFBURSCHE huckePACK your way. The pack is in great condition without any damage, is made of black 40d Silynlon with an XPAC floor, is Size L (which fits me at 175 cm very well) and weighs with all the straps attached 343 g. I guesstimate the volume at around 35 to 45 l, so it’s a great size for a week long trip in the mountains or woods.

So, how do you get a chance on winning this backpack AND help Mateusz?

• One lottery ticket costs 5€, and you can buy as many as you’d like. More tickets obviously increase your chances to win this unique pack and help Mateusz more!
• You Donate for each lottery ticket you’d like to buy 5€ to Mateusz via this website (you can donate via PayPal or bank transfer, please follow the simple instructions given over there for your donation)
• You send an Email with a screenshot of the confirmed donation to laufbursche[ät]hikinginfinland.com with your name and the amount of lottery tickets you purchased
• If you like, comment underneath to let others know how many tickets you have bought =)
• You can buy lottery tickets till the 22nd of May, Midnight Finnish time
• On the 23rd of May I will put all tickets in a hat and my son will pull out one lucky winner who gets the backpack!

If you just like to help and have already enough huckePACKs, just head over to I Love LAUFBURSCHE and donate. Every donation is appreciated and helps Mateusz on the long trail of rehabilitation and getting back outdoors. To read more about Mateusz condition head over to Outdoormädchen, Limitcamper or the various threads on Ultraleicht Trekking.

Disclaimer: I have no financial benefit in this campaign. Mateusz is a friend of mine and I want to help him pay his medical bills & hike again in the future.

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2012

Sharmishta Sivaramakrishnan '12 started supporting Caring For Cambodia as the treasurer of the SAS high school Caring For Cambodia club for two years. Recalling her first visit to Cambodia in 2010, she says, "It amazed me that a country just two hours away by plane from Singapore had such an interesting, complex post-conflict environment affected by the mixed nature of its history, including both the Khmer Rouge genocide and the glory days of the Angkor kingdom."

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1958

The SAS Eagles were born when students voted on the team name in 1958-59. That year, the school's first varsity team took the field in fast-pitch softball. The Eagles played as the Diamonds in the Singapore Softball Association under the sponsorship of Goodyear, because the school did not have a budget for extracurricular sports. And to call it a varsity team was a stretch, as it contained seventh and eighth graders.

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1970

Until the 1970s, music at the high school was extracurricular. Vocal music had been limited to the Glee Club, which was viewed as a female activity, and there were occasional attempts at rock and roll and school bands.

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1956

The King's Road campus held so many memories for me that it is still painful to reflect on its passing. I'm like the guy in the TV ad who visits his childhood home and finds a ragged shuttlecock that brings back thoughts of his youth. For me, every hallway and every corner of that campus echoed with memories.

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1956

My father served with the US Air Force in England during World War II and became a US citizen. He moved to Singapore in 1947, where he met and married my mother. He was a well-known figure in the small American community, owned a popular service station on Holland Road, and was a founding member of the American Club.

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1983

Singapore American School has been a part of my family for almost 30 years. When my parents moved our family to Singapore in 1983 and enrolled my siblings—Kimberly Rameker Hurst ('94) and Victor Rameker ('97)—and me in SAS, we did not expect to still be chanting, "Go Eagles!" nearly three decades later.

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1956

On January 3, 1956, in a ceremony held at 15 Rochalie Drive, Singapore's Governor, His Excellency Sir Robert Black, officially declared the school open, pulling the draw string to unveil the dedication plaque which still hangs today at the school's Woodlands campus.

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1965

In the late 1960s, the school administration prohibited students from riding motorcycles to school. The student council disagreed with the decision and, in 1969, appealed to the school board to lift the ban. It was rare that students could drive cars in Singapore, and motorcycle licenses could be more easily obtained at age 16.

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1958

The photograph is nondescript at first sight: slightly grainy, black and white. On the left, three students bend over a sheet of paper. Four girls sit around the other side of the table, calf-length uniform skirts grazing the floor. They appear to be engaged in a lively discussion. The year is 1958, and the manuscript lying on the table will soon become Singapore American School's very first yearbook, The Islander.

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Lyngen

Ski-touring in late April: Daylight from 4 am till 10 pm, great powder or spring crust, wall-to-wall sunshine & all topped off with that breath-taking fjord & mountain view of the Lyngen Alps.

Together with Henryk from Out of Office I spent a fantastic week in the Lyngen Alps. Here’s a wee teaser so you can book your flight tickets and accommodation there for next spring, because it most certainly is a place you want to be. It all starts in Tromsø, where already the approach by plane is breath-taking. Then you go for a walk in the old town and pick up your Van from Take me Away Camping to head north-west to the Lyngen Alps and their surroundings.

You probably want to stop to take in the view once in a while.

When your bindings decides to break you go for a walk along the coast of Arnøya and make a stop in a lovely little cabin.

You take the ferry and enjoy the smell of the sea on deck.

And what’s wrong with sitting down in the sun and have a beer (after a day of skiing, obviously!)?

On the summit you snap a selfie with that big grin because the view is so amazing.

And while the tide is low you go for a walk along the beach.

Or you go skiing while the sun sets.

On blue-bird days the summits can be busy.

But there’s enough fjords so you can have one for yourself to enjoy the sunset.

So, book those tickets to Norway now, reserve your adventure van, and then check back in autumn to get the full low-down on our roadtrip ski-touring adventure.

Disclaimer: Thanks to Visit Lyngenfjord and their partners who invited us up north. This does not influence the article as I maintain full editorial control of the content published on this site. Read the Outdoor Blogger Codex for more information on blogger transparency.

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The Week In Review 235

Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!’ - Robin Williams

News

Mateusz, the owner of the German cottage LAUFBURSCHE has cancer. He needs your help so please donate whatever you can. Tobias also wrote a few words about the situation.

What Happens When Fashion Becomes Fast, Disposable And Cheap?

A Fashion Revolution: Trading Fast Fashion for Fair Fashion!

Truce makes backpacks, duffles and totes from recycled materials.

Discover innovative gear from outdoor startups at Garage Grown Gear.

Check out this 6 g Miniature Pot Lifter from Suluk46.

In much of Europe, walking wherever you want is perfectly legal. Not in America.

Velorution Cycles and Bedrock Bags: A Unique Partnership.

The Adventure Syndicate.

Moots.

All We Need is Love, Climbing.

More or Less or Just Enough.

David explains what to expect when camping in Japan.

Grab the FREE Kindle Download of The Journey in Between.

And Torjus has a E-book Version of his Fishing Book now available.

Love Scandinavia? Then check out Scandinavian Outdoor Brands at Bergfreunde.co.uk.

Save up to 30% off Black Diamond at Backcountry and get Free 2-Day Shipping.

Get FREE US Shipping on ALL Orders at ULA Equipment Backpacks.

Trip Reports

A hidden Irish Paradise of Vertigo-Inducing Fun.

Snow, Rain & Bikes on Gotland.

Joe’s Arizona Trail Race.

Traversing Oregon’s Kalmiopsis Wilderness by bike & packraft.

Jill’s first week in Colorado.

A walk on Greenland’s ice. [German]

Spring colours. [Finnish]

Matthias’ 100 Miles of Istria 2016 Race Report.

Stephen visited Amphitheatre Buttress and Atlantic Slab.

Bikepacking on the Rennsteig. [German]

Gilad failed to finish the Cape Wrath Trail.

Winter camping in the Norwegian snow.

Check out Ryan’s Sky Island Traverse.

Gear Reviews

Battle of the Bars, Round 3.

Deuce of Spades Review.

Kristian checks if Snowgrid works. [German]

Climbing Guiide Review for the Fränkische Schweiz.

Zena tests the Ruffwear Palisade Dog backpack. [Finnish]

Kozikidz Stockholm jacket Review.

Alan’s Custom Cone Windshield for his Meths stoves.

The Ultralight Dilemma.

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