This year, Pathfinders group led a group of 11 up Bukit Sri Bintang to observe Earth Hour by Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower. Everyone was properly equipped with a working headlamp. We trekked along the muddy trail, which was still damp from the late afternoon rain, for about 20 minutes before reaching the first peak with stunning views of the KL skyline against the night sky. A couple of members set up tripods to capture the moment when the building lights were switched off sharply at 8:30pm.
We lingered on the peak for another five minutes before continuing with the rest of the hike - only nine decided to take on the longer route while two opted to head back earlier to the car park. After traversing a series of moderate to steep climbs, and with a young kid in our group, we took less strenuous routes for safety reasons, which meant skipping the rocky paths. We eventually reached the second peak for some nighttime photos and a rest; unfortunately we just missed seeing the buildings switch their lights back on.
Our trip concluded when we descended along the trail that ran parallel to our initial ascent, and finally washed up with water from the forest.
Note: Earth Hour is a global initiative organized annually by the WWF on March 23rd to raise awareness of climate change.
