To: Scout and Explorer Scout Leaders

Dear Leader

Please find attached:

 Information on the European Scout , 2020 for participants  Participant Application Form

Please pass this information on your Scouts and Explorer Scouts and encourage them to apply to attend.

The age range for participation is having reached their 14th birthday by the 1st day of the Jamboree and not having received their 18th birthday by the 1st day, that day being 26th July 2020.

The total cost for the Northern Ireland Units to the European Jamboree has not been finalised but will be no more than £1,000.

Units will be made up of 4 Patrols of 9 and 1 Leader per patrol making a total of 40 and will be chosen by County.

We do hope that you will encourage your young people to apply to join our Jamboree team and contribute to ensuring the young people in the ScoutsNI Units to the have the best possible experience.

Thank you,

Caroline Brown, NIC (International) Stephen Donaldson, Chief Commissioner

Information on the European Scout Jamboree Poland 26th July – 6th August 2020

Introduction

The European Scout Jamboree is a European Scouting event for young people aged between 14 and 18 and is a gathering of Scouts and Guides from all over which will celebrate Scout and Guide values, strengthen our International community and provide young people in Europe with the opportunity to meet and learn from each other.

The Scout Association has a long history of sending large number of Units (36 young people and four leaders, divided into four patrols) as part of a UK Contingent to attend . The last European Jamboree was held in the UK in 2005 In Hylands Park in Essex. Each Contingent has enjoyed a varied and exciting experience.

The European Scout Jamboree will take place at Sobieszewo Island in Gdansk and the dates of the event are 26 July – 6 August 2020. The event is being hosted by the Polish Scouting and Guiding Association (Zwiazek Harcerstwa Polskiego – ZHP). This will the largest event delivered by Polish Scouting and Guiding and 25,000 young people and adult volunteers are expected to attend from all over Europe.

UK Contingent

The UK Contingent to the European Scout Jamboree will once again enjoy all the excitement and experiences that a large Jamboree offers. We will have 6 Units from Northern Ireland.

The exact format of the Jamboree experience is still to be developed, but each Unit will take part in the Jamboree experience, and may organise pre or post Jamboree events if they wish

What do we know about the Jamboree so far?

The European Jamboree will take place on Sobieszwea Island in Gdansk and the dates of the Jamboree are 26 July – 6 August 2020.

What to expect during the event

Weather The month of July in Gdansk is usually hot and humid, with daily high temperatures of around 26°C. Some rain, particularly thunder storms are likely during the summer months in Gdansk.

Humidity is likely to be high during the Jamboree, and this will make the ‘real feel’ temperature seem much hotter than the forecasted 26°C.

The Site Sobieszewo Island is surrounded by the sea and rivers and a 20 minute drive from the historic city of Gdansk. The Island enjoys the status of an ecological island, its natural features and microclimate make it an ideal place for visiting during summer time. It offers various landscapes, the seaside forest, several kilometres of wide beach, picturesque open fields and farmland.

Costs

The costs for N Ireland participants for the Jamboree have not yet been finalised but will be no more than £1000. As with previous Jamborees, the costs will be paid in instalments and the instalment payment period is likely to run during 2018 and 2019. Local fundraising efforts for Jamboree participants are encouraged to focus on supporting young people to attend, however, financial status should not be a barrier to supporting the Jamboree. Further information about covering the cost of the Jamboree (including any grants available) will be issued once available.

Make up of a Jamboree Unit

Every Jamboree Unit is made up of 36 young people (in Patrols of 9) and 4 Leaders (one for each Patrol). The 4 Jamboree Unit leadership roles are: A Unit Leader, a Deputy Unit Leader and 2 Assistant Unit Leaders.

Your photo: Attach a current 4.2cm x 3.2cm photograph here

European Scout Jamboree PARTICIPANT APPLICATION FORM Please complete & return this application form to your County Commissioner by Friday 21st September 2018 The age range for participation is having reached their 14th birthday by the 1st day of the Jamboree and not having received their 18th birthday by the 1st day, that being 26th July 2020. PERSONAL DETAILS

Preferred name:

First names (in full):

Surname:

Address:

Postcode:

Telephone no (in full): Mobile no:

Your email address:

Date of birth: Age: yrs Nationality: SCOUTING CAREER Group name in full: Beaver / Cub / Scout / Explorer Scout (Delete as applicable)

Second Group name in full (if applicable): Beaver / Cub / Scout / Explorer Scout (Delete as applicable)

District:

County:

How many years have you been Scouting as a

Beaver: Cub: Scout:

Explorer Scout: Young leader:

Other – please specify:

YOUR SCOUTING EXPERIENCE Tell us about you camp experience - under canvas as a member of Scouting

Tell us about your camp experience - under canvas with your school or with family:

How many nights have you spent at an indoor residential as a member of Scouting:

Tell us about any of the following which you have participated in

Outdoor activities:

Service projects:

Details of any other Qualifications or skills within Scouting

YOUR OTHER EXPERIENCE If you are a student, what are you studying, and where? If you are employed, what is your occupation? (Include details of any part-time job), and where? Please list any qualifications you have?

What interests/hobbies do you have outside Scouting?

Can you swim? Yes / No Do you hold any position(s) of responsibility outside Scouting?

YOUR INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE Which countries have you visited? When was it? Was it Jamboree, holiday, exchange…? in Scouting:

with family/friends/alone:

with school:

What other languages do you speak?

Tell us about yourself, your family and your local community:

Tell us why you would like to participate in the European Scout Jamboree, Poland

Do you have any particular needs which we should be aware of? If so, please give details. Any health conditions which may affect the trip insurance MUST be declared.

Religion: Health: Mobility: Sensory: Dietary: Vegetarian: Yes/No Vegan: Yes/No

REFERENCES Please provide the names and contact details of two people (not related to you) who have agreed to act as your referees and who we could contact in relation to this application:

YOUR SCOUTING REFERENCE YOUR NON-SCOUTING REFERENCE Name: Name: Address: Address:

Postcode: Postcode: Tel: Tel: Email: Email: How do you know this person? How do you know this person?

I would like to be considered for as a participant for the European Scout Jamboree 2020. I confirm that the information on the application is accurate and a true record of my experience.

Signed: Date:

Parent/Guardian’s name and signature if you are under 18: Name: Signed: Date: If under 18 please give parent/guardian’s email:

RECOMMENDATION FOR Eurojam 2020 – GDANSK, POLAND Please ask your Leader to complete this page of the application form.

Name of Leader:

How long have you known this applicant? What experience/qualifications do you think this applicant has, that should be considered with their application for attending Eurojam?

Would you have any hesitation in recommending this applicant to represent ScoutsNI at Eurojam in Gdansk in 2020? YES/NO Please provide any further relevant information below if necessary:

Signed by Leader: Date: Print Name:

Endorsed by County Commissioner: Date: Print Name: