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July – North Shore

admin — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 08:53:23 +0000

June was so hot. My energy sapped just thinking of the heat. The weather is tolerable enough for July. Decided to explore northern part of Ubin. Its close to shore with some comforting breeze.

The natural pond I mentioned earlier is now precariously dried out. It was teaming with fish and but whatever left are hoping for the rain to come.

Walked further north and came across some marshland off the track. The marsh shore is pebbled with granite chips. This is where granite is hauled into barges from nearby quarries. The water is shallow and the ground below is firm from the compacted granite. Mudskippers dart about as I waded in knee deep water. This should be an interesting place to explore in future.

The dogs accompanying me wasted no time to cool off and explore on their own.

February in Ubin

admin — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 06:53:19 +0000

The dry season is here. Fortunately its still breezy from the wind blowing from the North. The tracks are dry making it easy to walk.

We went to the North Shore. There is a natural pond teeming with tiny little fishes. A kingfisher perch overhead waiting for an easy meal.

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Maginot Line

admin — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:45:46 +0000

These stakes may look nice during sunset. But can be an eyesore too.

The stakes were built during the last financial criss to keep illegal immigrants from swimming in. They could wade in during low tide. But most would rather fly by air and overstay instead.

Reminds me of the famous Maginot Line

Ubin north shore

admin — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 08:04:53 +0000

The track along north shores are seldom explored. But you can find a well maintained shrine.

Further on, you will stumble up a beautiful little stretch of deserted beach with unobstructed view over the horizon.