Scouts of Mozambique will not host World Scout Moot

December 2006
Circular N° 42/2006

2008 World Scout Moot

the World Scout Committee has received a communication
from the National Board of the League of Scouts of Mozambique (LEMO) which, on the advice of its National Scout Council, has decided to withdraw from hosting the 13th World Scout Moot in 2008. In this same communication, the National Board of LEMO thanked all WOSM National Scout Organizations which have tried to support and encourage LEMO in this unique undertaking. Faced with this situation, and acting in accordance with Article XIII, 1 of the WOSM Constitution,

the World Scout Committee has decided that, in principle:
– the World Scout Moot should be postponed to 2009, or to a later date so as not to create undue and unfair competition with other regional events organised under the auspices of WOSM (such as Roverway scheduled to take place in July 2009 in the European Region) susceptible of
attracting the same type of participant,

– the World Scout Moot should still take place in Africa in order to respect the apparent intention of the World Scout Conference when it originally accepted the invitation of Mozambique to host the event, and the wish unanimously expressed by the Africa Regional Scout Committee that Africa still be retained as the eventual location of the Moot.

The World Scout Committee has also asked:
– the Educational Methods Committee and the World Scout Bureau, Central and Africa Regional
Offices, in consultation with the Africa Regional Committee, to develop an alternative concept
of the Moot based on the model of Roverway, i.e. an event in two parts whereby young people
participate in a variety of projects throughout the host country and then gather at a central
point during a few days to share experiences,

– the World Scout Bureau in co-operation with Africa Regional Committee to identify one or
several countries in the Africa Scout Region able to host the event in the newly developed
format,
– the Secretary General to present a final proposal along the above lines to the World Scout
Committee at its March 2007 meeting.

It is the belief of the World Scout Committee that the course of action so taken and proposed is in the best interest of our Movement and will preserve the integrity, unity and credibility of World Scouting.

Netherland National jamboree 2008

The official website is http://www.nationalejamboree.nl/

The National Jamboree takes place from Monday 21 July until Wednesday 30 July. This means 10 days packed with challenging activities, new experiences and of course lots of fun.

The National Jamboree is an ideal summer camp for scouts and explorers (venture scouts) What sort of activities can you expect to find at the National Jamboree? Hikes, rope walks, canoeing, torch making, climbing, music, theatre, international buffet, swopping, amateur dramatics, mountain biking, friendship award, scout FM, raft building, film evenings, mega party and, of course, an unforgettable opening and closing ceremony!

The theme of the National Jamboree is ‘My future, my fantasy’ You decide what the future will look like, so just let your fantasy go wild. The programme is certainly full of new and unknown activities. Come and find out, it could be quite a surprise!

The National Jamboree will be held at the same location as in 2004, Velder estate in Boxtel north Brabant. This proved to be a perfect location for organising all kinds of activities. Just as in 2004, we hope to welcome scouts from all over Europe and make the National Jamboree a truly international event.

You can book for the National Jamboree on-line from September 2007. If you want to take part keep an eye on this site. And don’t forget to sign on for the National Jamboree news letter, so you can keep abreast of the latest developments. The National Jamboree.... Don’t miss it!!!

1st Slovenian Jamboree 2008

1st Slovenian Jamboree 2008

19th of July - 3rd of August 2008

The moment has come! For the first time in the history of slovenian guiding and scouting The Slovenian Catholic Girl Guides and Boy Scouts Association (ZSKSS) will organize a camp where guides and scouts of all ages in ZSKSS will meet.

Motto

Norost, ki deluje (english: Madness that works)

Official website is http://jamboree.skavt.net/en/

National Jamboree Iceland 2008

On the jamboree logo there are three items: three swords, three waves, and the symbols of the scouting and guiding movement. The three swords characterize the vikings. In the logo the swords have been stuck into the ground, thus symbolizing peace. The three figures remind us of the three pledges in the Scout Promise and the erected swords also remind us of the three fingers we hold up when we salute. The waves are also three and symbolize the ocean which surrounds Iceland and the vikings used to sail their ships on in order to move between countries. The scouting and guiding symbols need no explanation and the colours blue, red and white are the colours in the Icelandic national flag.

The official website is http://www.scout.is/jamboree2008/

In the summer of 2008, on July 22nd through the 29th, Icelandic Scouts and Guides will host a National Jamboree at Hamrar Akureyri. Hamrar is a Scout centre own by the city of Akureyri but operated by Icelandic scouts.

The centre is located at Akureyri in the North of Iceland. Scouts and Guides aged 10 and older from all over the world are welcome to join the Jamboree and take part on the Viking Trail of our international atmosphere. The camp fee is 29.500 ISK. You can register now by sending us email, but formal online registration will open in February 2008. And for further information please does not hesitate to contact us at jamboree@scout.is.

Essex International Jamboree 2008

The website is http://www.essexscouts.org.uk/jamboree2008/

The Essex International Jamboree 2008 is being held from Saturday 26th July to Saturday 2nd August 2008.

The camp will be held at Devereux Farm just outside of Kirby-Le-Soken in the North-East corner of Essex, which is in the South-East of England.

At the campsite there will be a market square which will offer cafes, shops, bank, post office and telephones and a medical centre. There will be no facilities for recharging mobile phones.

All groups must bring their own equipment. There will be no indoor accomodation and participants are expected to camp under canvas.

Cooking can only be done on portable stoves. No wood fires or barbecues are allowed. Bottled gas will be available to buy on site.

Heavy equipment can be sent to the camp earlier by arrangement at the participants expense. Generators are not permissible and there will be no electricity generally available.

Toilets are provided but each group should provide their own washing facilities. There will be limited shower services. Participants should bring their own personal camping equipment to suit all weathers. Facilities will be available for members with special needs.

Overseas participants may be able to borrow camping equipment or arrange to stay for longer in the area.

The typical climate for July and August is warm and sunny, but it can be rainy and chilly so proper rainwear and warm clothes are also needed. The day temperature is usually between 18 – 25^oC.

The camp fee for Young People or Leaders wishing to take part in the full range of activities is £125 per person.

A reduced fee of £50 is available to adult leaders not wishing to take part on any activities.

A reduced fee of £20 is available to Leaders of participating groups who are also willing to take on a suitable staff role during the event

All above fees include a badge, scarf, site fees and entertainments

All above fees do not include catering

A non-refundable deposit of £30 per person is required. To avoid disappointment please ensure that your booking form and deposits are sent to the registrar soon.

26 countries have expressed an interest in the Jamboree so far including members from Algeria, Canada, China, Denmark, Egypt, Finland,
Gambia, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, India, Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Norway, Pakistan, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Tanzania, Netherlands, Uganda, USA and Zimbabwe.

Irish Jamboree 2008

Jambo! Dia Dhuit! Bienvenue! Guten Tag! Hello!

Jamboree 2008 will celebrate the Centenary of Scouting in Ireland, and they are leaving no stone unturned in making this Jamboree an outstanding and exciting experience for all of you lucky enough to be attending. Over 10,000 Venturers, Scouts, Cubs and Beavers from Ireland and beyond are coming together at Punchestown in County Kildare for what promises to be a magnificent experience. The Jamboree team have a wide range of exciting activities and events organised to take place during what will be an action-packed Jamboree.

The monthly newsletter "The Jam.." which will give you all the goings on behind the scenes in the build up to the Jamboree.

The website is http://www.jamboree2008.ie/

The Jamboree will consist of:

• 6 Provincial Sub Camps
• A Cub Camp
• A Venture Scout Sub Camp
• A Staff Sub Camp
• A Staff Family Sub Camp

Scouts and guides from overseas will also attend and add that international dimension to the Jamboree experience. they do hope your group can join us. If you are interested in joining in the adventure then contact us and let us know you would like to attend. You can do this on-line. They can then update you with all current information about the Jamboree and later you can make a final booking and sign up to attend.

World Largest jellyfish 440lbs 巨型水母

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