Fruits and Vegetables of Bukit Brown - Guided Walk with Beng | Peatixtag:peatix.com,2011:12018-11-20T12:56:25+08:00PeatixAll things Bukit BrownFruits and Vegetables of Bukit Brown - Guided Walk with Bengtag:peatix.com,2015:event-1145922015-09-13T09:00:00SGT2015-09-13T09:00:00SGTJoin Beng Tang on a guided walk of Bukit Brown cemetery and learn more about the edible fruits and vegetables that you can find there. During the Japanese occupation of Singapore, the Japanese kept the rice to feed their armies so the civilians of Singapore survived on tapioca, sweet potato and yam. Come on a tour of Bukit Brown to see some of these plants and others that can be eaten. Walking distance: Approx 3.7kmBring: water bottle, insect repellent, rain coat / poncho, covered shoes, camera, notepadNote: there are no toilets so go before you goThis guided walk starts at 9.00am and ends at 12.00pm.The walk WILL BE CANCELLED if the 24-hour PSI reported at http://www.haze.gov.sg/ is 101 or above (unhealthy range).Meeting Point: Bukit Brown entrance gates at Lorong HalwaAmong the edible plants you will see are:BambooBananas – wild and domesticCasava/Manihot/TapiocaCoconutsCurry LeafDuriansEdible fernKnobbly vineKudzuLallangNoni fruitPandanPea eggplantRambutansSugar CaneTamarind / AssamWild figsWild peppers (Daun kadok / kadut, Daun sireh)Yams---------------------------------------------------------------------------Difficulty: Average, some trekking requiredPlease bring umbrella or poncho / sun block / mosquito repellent.Please wear covered footwear.---------------------------------------------------------------------------Bukit Brown is on the World Monuments Watch list 2014 . Find out what makes this a heritage site worthy of preserving. http://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=7930"We guide rain or shine"======================================Bukit Brown. More than a cemetery. More than a Chinese cemetery. Come discover our habitat, heritage, history. Many areas have been cordoned off. How to get there and handy tips here: http://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=7250http://goo.gl/maps/qgKL8http://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=1170http://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=16/1.3354/103.8224Disclaimer: By agreeing to take this walking tour of Bukit Brown Cemetery, I understand and accept that I must be physically fit and able to do so.To the extent permissible by law, I agree to assume any and all risk of injury or bodily harm to myself and persons in my care (including child or ward)Registration: Our weekend public tours are FREE …Optimally the group size is 30 participants (15 individuals/guide).Please book a free "ticket" here at Peatix to let us know you will joining. Brownie Code: We guide rain or shine.Please take note:1. We will be walking through the undergrowth so dress appropriately, especially your footwear.2. Wear light breathable clothing. Long pants and long sleeves if you are prone to insect bites or sunburn. Bring sunblock and natural insect repellent.3. Wear comfortable non-slip shoes as safety is important. Walking sticks are recommended.4. Do read up on Bukit Brown before going so you have a better understanding of the place (e.g. BukitBrown.com)5. Do bring water, light snacks, poncho/umbrella, sunhat and waterproof your electronics.6. Please go to the toilet before coming. There are NO facilities anywhere there or nearby.=======================================How to get there by MRT / Bus:Bus services available: 52, 74, 93, 157, 165, 852, 855.From North: Go to Marymount MRT and walk to bus-stop #53019 along Upper Thomson Road. Take Buses 52, 74, 165, 852, 855Alight 6 stops later at bus-stop, #41149, opposite Singapore Island Country Club (SICC), Adam Road. Walk towards Sime Road in the direction of Kheam Hock Road until you see Lorong Halwa.From South: Go to Farrer Road MRT and walk to bus-stop #11111 at Farrer Road, in front of Blocks 2 & 3. Take Buses 93, 165, 852, 855. Alight 5 stops later at bus-stop, #41141, just before Singapore Island Country Club (SICC), Adam Road. Cross the bridge, walk towards Sime Road, follow the road until you see Lorong Halwa.By car:Turn in from Lornie Road, to Sime Road. Then, turn left into Lorong Halwa, where parking is limited. Try to use public transport to get there.