ATC Tips

Having just returned from the ATC component of my Officer Basic Training Course, I would like all Sec 2 Cadets to take note of the following. The weather at Ubin at this time of the year is very wet and it tends to rain quite heavily with fairly strong winds. So there is a chance your stuff might get wet, this is how to prevent it!

Get hold of 2 trash bags, use 1 to line the inside of the bag that you will be using, and pack all your things into the trash bag. Keep the other trash bag and use it to cover your bag whenever you are out of the tent and thereafter use your tent groundsheet to cover all the bags inside the tent. This should help you keep your things dry.

If you want to go the extra mile, pack your things into zip lock bags, e.g. shirts into one zip lock bag, shorts into another zip lock bag etc. Remember to flush out the excess air inside the bag before zipping it up. Large zip lock bags can be bought from the army surplus shops at Beach Road Food Centre.

Finally, don't forget your windbreakers, ponchos and insect repellent.

Have a good camp! See you soon.

Regards,
Mr Tan