The Scent, the Scene
Posted Tuesday, 19 July, 2011 at 1:49 AM.
Do you ever get bored of jogging at the same location; always passing by the dull surroundings? Well, if you do enjoy nature, there may be just an answer for you! It will definitely be a ‘Yes’ once you read this article. Labrador Nature Reserve is where you can take a slow jog or leisure walk to experience the scenic and magnificent view in the mornings. One fun fact is that Labrador Nature Reserve is locally recognized as the Labrador Park.
As you stroll along the park, songs from a variety of bird species, like the Oriental Magpie-robin, could be heard chirping at you. Spotting some squirrels scurrying up the tress is a norm as Labrador Nature Reserve has a rich variety of flora and fauna that beautify the entire park. Besides the biodiversity, it is more than just a nature reserve but with the only rocky sea-cliff and nature trails through the woods.
“I appreciate the natural sea breeze. I don’t usually jog here, but I am really fond of the environment where I can enjoy nature. It gives me the motivation to continue the jog so as to catch the attractive view further up,” said Madam Jasmine Chng, who is in her 50s. Her enthusiasm could be seen since that was the second time jogging there. She believed that many folks go to the park for bird-spotting, the “best park to value nature” at.
“The sea, the bird species, the tranquillity. Yes, some people may think that the nature reserve can be quite inaccessible, but how can it be in comparison to those that I have mentioned? I am pretty confident that locals will give the right choice to be here for the stunning view and peaceful environment!” It is agreeable with what Madam Chng had mentioned about the location of the park but what could stop people from getting pleasure over there? Joggers, listen good, hit Madam Chng’s advice and get straight down to the park for a change!
Well, apart from Madam Chng’s reminder, there was also a young lady who had greatly shared about the history spot in the nature reserve. You will definitely get tucked away with some war time structures filled with Singapore’s fascinating past.
“I jog in the park for only once a month. Some days right after completing the runs, I would take a stroll and take a look at the Machine Gun Bunker,” said the Bank Officer, Miss Kerine Tan. Teasingly, she said she would always imagine if her grandfather had run out from the bunker and fought the Japanese during the War.
“No matter who visits here, I am sure this park can be a learning experience of the military history of the British rule during the period,” Miss Tan added.
Another piece of advice given by the pleasant lady, “Therefore, jogging here has its benefits. You are able to experience the nature and at the same time, increase your knowledge regarding Singapore’s history."
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