Written by Caitlin Dace “It was an honour and a privilege to be part of the South African contingent that recently participated at the 24th World Scout Jamboree at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia (USA). An experience of a lifetime which I will never forget. The pre-tour of New York and Washington DC…
143 South African Scouts and Adult Leaders are set to attend the 24th World Scout Jamboree (WSJ) in the United States of America. The WSJ is one of the most diverse events for young people in the world and takes place from the 22nd of July to the 2nd of August 2019. Over 40 000 youth from…
Experience the 24th World Scout Jamboree through the eyes of youth participants from different countries! Contingents to the 24th World Scout Jamboree in the United States of America have designated participants to be their Global Ambassadors. Each Ambassador will be given unique access to programme and activities at the jamboree and, in return, is asked…
Missed out on applying for the 24th World Scout Jamboree in the USA? We have great news for you! A few places have opened up for youth and adult members. From the time of applications closing in April 2018, there have been some withdrawals of members from the South African Contingent to the 24th WSJ.…
Take a walk around the 24th World Scout jamboree with the blogger and experience what a “typical day” at the jamboree will be like, including activities, meals and the general “buzz”! https://wsj2019.us/2018/06/08/walking-around-the-jamboree/ Bet you can’t wait to get there!
Participants at the 24th World Scout Jamboree will have the opportunity to participate in a number of exciting and challenging activities, including the world’s longest zip-line and largest man-made outdoor climbing facility, over the 10 days of the event! Visit the 24WSJ website to find out more or watch this to see what activities you can look…
The Programme The 24th World Scout Jamboree will feature the hallmarks of past world jamborees, such as the Global Development Village, the World Scout Center, a special sustainability initiative, and the socialization elements that allow participants to make life-long friends from around the world. In addition, the 24th World Scout Jamboree is being held at…
The South African Contingent Management Team is pleased to announce that the maximum possible cost for the 24th World Scout Jamboree has been reduced from R60 000,00 per person to R55 000,00 per person. Depending on economic conditions and the exchange rate this may drop further. Participants will however be responsible for their own visas.…
Dear members, Please note that the applications to join the adventure of a lifetime at the 24th World Scout Jamboree in the United States have been extended to 30 April 2018. The South African Contingent is limited to 176 members, so get your entries in now to avoid disappointment! FOR MORE INFORMATION: https://www.scouts.org.za/2017/04/04/24th-world-scout-jamboree-2019/ OR EMAIL…