The 22nd World Scout Jamboree - Sweden 2011

The Leaders have now been selected. We now need the participants, Scouts and Explorer Scouts aged 12 to 16. Please encourage them to apply now!

There is a fantastic quality programme of activities for all. This is a modern approach to tackling today's issues in society. This is our Scout Method, our values, our way of working. Simply Scouting - throughout the camp and in every moment of daily life, Scouts will develop new skills and share their knowledge and experiences whilst working towards greater international understanding.

Within the theme of "Simply Scouting", there are 3 important concepts that will be present in every aspect of the Jamboree:

Meetings:

22WSJ Sweden will encourage meetings between those from different cultures, religions, countries and contingents. Participants will get to know those who live outside of their own local community and find that strangers can become friends. Meetings will take place everywhere, from module activities to Subcamp life, from small campfires to huge arena events. All aspects of the camp will encourage meetings: the schedule, the programme and even the site design!!

Nature:

22WSJ Sweden will be close to nature, in fact we will live in the middle of nature for 2 weeks, in an immense field surrounded by trees and woodlands. The Jamboree Programme will use the natural environment as a learning tool, demonstrating both its vulnerability and what individuals can do to better protect the world we live in.

Solidarity:

22WSJ Sweden will encourage solidarity between Scouts of all ages, and promote the unity between Scout Organisations from around the world. It will also help us see that we share a common responsibility to our world and to each other. The Jamboree will promote respect for other people, emphasising equal rights and peace and at the Jamboree itself, all are equal, independent of any personal characteristics or background.

Essential Applicant Information

Unit:

Each UK Unit is made up of one Unit Leader with three Assistant Leaders and 36 participants.

Participants:

A participant at the Jamboree (current Scouts and Explorer Scouts) must have turned 14 years, but not have turned 18years at the start of the camp. So they need to have been born between 25th July 1993 and 27th July 1997. You can apply to be a participant via the Unit Participant form. Participants and their parent/guardian should understand that a participant will be asked to commit a great deal of time training and planning during evenings, days and weekends.

Time Commitment:

Applicants should be aware that members would be required to commit time before, during and after the event. They will be required to attend planning meetings and work on their own initiative, often in geographical isolation. The event will require approximately 3 weeks off in the summer of 2011.

Jamboree Dates:

27 July 2011 to 7 August 2011 There will also be a 2-3 day pre Jamboree experience and the Jamboree will be followed by HoHo.

HoHo:

Home Hospitality - a further 3 days exploring more of Sweden or another Country usually staying with a host family.

Cost:

Is still being determined by the UK Contingent. As it is an overseas Jamboree, it is likely to be around

£1950, however it maybe a little higher...or lower!

What�s included in the cost?

Individual kit has not yet been confirmed by the UK Contingent. It may include -Support before the event (Newsletters / preparation days, evenings and weekends)All activities and events during the JamboreeAll main meals for the duration of the JamboreeUnit equipment (including sleeping tents, cooking equipment and dining accommodation)Travel to and from the JamboreePersonal kit (including Uniform, badges, scarf, woggle, day-sac and holdall)A truly unique experience...priceless!

Units and individuals will be expected to plan and support fundraising initiatives.

Questions:

If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the Jamboree please contact Fil Ruddock, East Lancs Contingent Leader e-mail: fil.ruddock@googlemail.com or telephone 01254 243786

Next Step:

The contingent selection and information weekend takes place between Friday 13th and Sunday 15th November 2009 (subject to confirmation). A completed application form (download below) must be completed and sent along with a cheque for £30 (made payable to East Lancs Scouts) to secure your place on the weekend. The weekend does not commit you to attending the Jamboree, but you must attend the weekend to be considered for selection.

Downloads

• WSJ Application.pdf (300 kbytes)
• WSJ Info.pdf (410 kbytes)