PET CENTURY OSTRICH PARK, KLANG (SELANGOR, MALAYSIA)

Our visit to Pet Century Ostrich Park in Klang, Selangor (Malaysia)is very meaningful for us as this is our first visit to zoo with our son, Luqman Hakim.

This park claimed themself as the biggest petting zoo in Malaysia (at that time). Even the location is quite isolated and near housing area, the park is attracting visitors as it is a very friendly zoo. That time entrance fee to enter this park is RM20.00 per person (Corrected me if I'm wrong).

Even the name of this park is Ostrich Park; they also have another animals such as crocodiles, snakes, birds, fish's, monkeys, rabbits, horses, giant tortoises, raccoon, and of course ostrich.



My son enjoying this trip very much as he can feeding the rabbits, and touch the very tame raccoon. For me, I took the change to take photo with eagle and other animals. I also have very nice experience riding an blindfull ostrich with fee of RM1.00.



For inquiries, please call 603-51615060. The park’s address is Lot 4389, Jalan Sellathevan, Off Jalan Kampung Jawa Batu 4, Klang, Selangor.

ULU YAM DAM, HULU LANGAT (SELANGOR MALAYSIA)

Since I have nothing to do on Sunday (March 09, 2008) due to heavy rain, I spent my time indoor; read newspaper of Malaysian General election result and analysis, watching AXN, play games with my son, and re-arrange photos in our albums.

Then I realized that its good if I can share my previous journey or others activities related to hobbies in my blog. I take out the photos,scan and then store the photos in my laptop. Now I realized how important to bring camera anywhere. Even I'm not good in photography, I will make sure I will captured my activities as a memory to remember. Now, I'm prefer my kids or my wife as subject. Even our trip to Cameron Highland last February I captured more than 200 photos, there is only less than 10 photos is my photos.

I love to travel and spent my time outside rather than indoor. Since I already married and have kids, I would spare my time outside with them, except if I go for fishing with other friends. I prefer going to sea, river and jungle because I think its interesting. Until now, I have travelled around Malaysia (including Sabah and Sarawak). Oversea? I only managed to reach Thailand (Ish..ishh... poor me).

OK let start with my experience in Ulu Yam Dam in Hulu Langat (Selangor, Malaysia). During my bachelor's time, I used to come here at least 3 times per year. It is a very ideal place to hideaway from my routine which I can consider quite stressful.

This Ulu Yam Dam actually is reserved area for water supply and electric generator. Its suitable for camping, fishing, picnic and other activities. Normally, we just go there for camping, fishing and barbeque.


Photo : With my housemate during bachelor's with Ulu Yam Dam as background.



Photo : Myself (with blue black t'shirt)with close friend, Bob having lunch at Ulu Yam River.

Caring For Pets - Source : The Star Dated 09th March, 2008

FISHING SPOT : LAGUNA PARK

During our trip to Pulau Indah on 02nd March, 2008; we also visit Laguna Park. Laguna Park is well planned housing area which located next to the sea. This housing area have its own attraction - Fishing spot.

I personnaly have fishing here several time, and I think its worth to try. Even, our previous visit not gain any big-big fish; I still can smile as I can bring all my family here to accompany me. In others fishing spot that I went before, I never bring my family as its not suitable for them; some place is too crowded, too dangerous or other factors. Here, the fishing spot is near to the children playground, restaurant, toilets, bathroom, and mosque.

BOAT FOR RENT AT PULAU INDAH, PORT KLANG

On 02nd March 2008; since my brother in law came to visit my family; I bring him and my family to fishing spot in Pulau Indah, Port Klang (Selangor, Malaysia).

Our first stop is Pulau Indah (Indah Island) fisherman jetty to check the price to rent a boat for fishing which we plan next month. Here, there is few selection of boat ranging from RM100.00 to RM200.00 for 12 hours rent. But make sure you or somebody in your group know how to sail the boat. And the rental is not include the diesel. This jetty is open 24 hours per day.




Contact number to rent a boat?
Since im too lazy too write the number, can you please get its from the signboard below.


If you are seafood lovers, don't forget to visit their restaurant which served variaty of fresh seafoods with very-very reasonable price. Its suitable for young couple to have private dinner or family to have happy hours together.

MALAYSIA GENERAL ELECTION ON 08/03/2008

Photo : Posters at Kg. Jawa Roundabout, Klang.

This 8th March, 2008 (Saturday)is polling date for General Election in Malaysia. At this moment all contestant which represent our government, BARISAN NASIONAL (UMNO, MCA, MIC, PPP, GERAKAN, ect) and other small parties such as PAS, PKR, DAP, and as well as independent contestants is trying to attract the voters.

Posters is everywhere. Politics campaign also held almost in every corner of the country. Every contestants is showing they are the best to present their area in state council and parliment.

However, all tourist to Malaysia is safe as there is no case of political chaos which caused death reported so far in our history of General Election.

Who ever win this election will form the Government. And i'm very sure our current government will again re-elected to form new line up for their administrative who managed the country.



Photo : Posters at Alam Megah Roundabout, Shah Alam

Responsible Pet Ownership by SPCA (Selangor, Malaysia)

Responsible pet ownership or ‘RPO’ is one of the major changes that the SPCA would like to bring about in Malaysia. While the SPCA can provide neutering clinics, rehome animals and campaign for changes in the law, without Malaysian citizens taking more responsibility for the welfare of their pets little progress can be made.

Domestic animals rely on us for their wellbeing. Unlike wild animals, domesticated cats and dogs cannot successfully provide enough food, water and medical treatment for themselves to stay fit and healthy.

The key responsibilities an owner should show towards their pet are:
1)Provide adequate food, shelter, medicine and living space for your pet.
2)Spay or neuter your pet.
3)Use a leash when your pet dog is out of the compound.
4)Provide a loving environment for your pet.
5)Be considerate to your neighbours.


Remarks :
This article is taken from SPCA (http://www.spca.org.my); a voluntary Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, located in state of Selangor (Malaysia).

SPCA Selangor is an animal protection centre and animal welfare. They have more than 300 cats and dogs in their place. They are open to public everyday (including Saturday, Sunday and public holiday) from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm. Call (03) 4256-5312 for details. The animals here is open for adoption.

FISHING SPOT : SEA LION TANJUNG HARAPAN

Since I'm in Tanjung Harapan, Port Klang (Malaysia) on 24/02/2008; I take a change to survey for latest fishing pond. From information given to me, Sea Lion Fishing Pond just open their new pond next to their current pond which already too crowded. This pond not new actually, its just re-open after its closed for 5-8 months (I guess soo..).

Overall the pond which known as 'Kolam Memancing No. 1 (Fishing Pond No. 1)'. The rate per hour as below:-
RM12.00 / Hour
RM10.00 / Hour (Minimum 3 hours)

SUNSET IN TANJUNG HARAPAN, PORT KLANG (MALAYSIA)

Yesterday (24/02/2008), I bring my family to Tanjung Harapan in Port Klang, Selangor (Malaysia) just for watching the sunset. The area is not very far from my house, and we quite frequent come here expecially during holiday.

When we reach there, my 2 kids were sleeping and we just sit in the car and watching the beatiful scenery of sunset.

For your information, this area is very famous in Selangor as its offer this package :-
1) Recreation activities
2) Fishing spot - Sea & pond
3) Famous seafood restaurants

SATE KAJANG HAJI SAMURI - GOOD EXAMPLE TO KEEP OUR HERITAGE

Yesterday (03rd February, 2008)is my birthday.I'm 32 years old now (getting older and older...). As usual, I'm not celebrating my birthday with cake or birthday party. (I only celebrating my children birthday as they deserved it's).

As my wife insist,I bring my family for Satay in famous satay restaurant in Bandar Bukit Tinggi Klang, Selangor named Sate Kajang Haji Samuri for simple meals as we already having our dinner at home.


Photo : With my Hero, Luqman Hakim posing with satay.

I don't want to tell you about my birthday in details here; I actually impressed when I see the decoration and antique items here is amazing. You can find a lot of antique here such as gassoline lamp, postman's bicycle, old type writter,and natural rubber machine (I also don't know the real name)but its used to fabricate natural latex into pieces before dried its and sell. I also can see a lot of old painting which related to satay seller. I was told by their worker, all their brances around Malaysia were decorate with antique items as an attraction and to keep our nation heritage.

MY VISIT TO COLLEX 2008 @ 20/01/08

Photo : my son (Luqman Hakim) was posing in front of Collex 2008 stalls.


Collex 2008 @ The Atria, Damansara, Malaysia.

On 20/01/2008 (Sunday), I bring my wife, son (Luqman Hakim, 3 yrs) & daughter (Norsyafiqah Izzati, 1 yr) to this exhibition. Its about 45 minutes driving from my house.

As overall I think its success. If i'm not mistaken, there is only less than 20 stalls / seller participate in this collex 2008. But its not a big deal for me as long as there is a very genuine and quality seller.


Photo : Some of the participants / seller during Collex 2008



Variety of stamps, coins & banks notes, books to be choose and its make me confused to choose. At worth to come here as you can bargain the price. You can even buy in bulk in very very unpredictable price. At last, 4 coins be mine for very cheap price.

To organizer; well done. Hopefully next time you will give more space to your traders and spare nice place for collectors to meet.

HOBBY NO. 4 : FISHING

Photo : During my fishing trip @ Pulau Ketam (Crab Island), Selangor.


Fishing is the most popular hobby in the world. Fishing is not limited to any nation and races.

Why Fishing ?
1) Release our tension.
2) Test our patience.
3) Recreation. Enjoy our time with ourself, family or friends.
4) Just love to be alone with nature.
5) Source of income.

Where / Location ?
1) River.
2) Pond / Artificial Pond
3) Sea

How to Start ?
1) Buy fishing equipment such as fishing rod. Its adviceble to buy basic equipment first. Advance equipment can be buy later.

2) Bring your friend which has related knowledge when buying fishing equipment. This to avoid been cheated and caused you pay higher price or buy unnessasary equipments.

3) If you are first timer, may be you can start fishing in the pond or river. Just to familiarize you with this new hobby.

4) Learn how to install and using the fishing equipments. Learn from expert or you can buy books, magazine or VCD.

5) Networking. Join fishing forum or website to get more friends and knowledge. Examples :

http://www.fishing.com
http://fishing.net.my
http://www.lubuk.net
http://www.kakipancing.net
http://www.pancing.info

COLLEX 2008 @ 18-20/01/08