JOTA-JOTI Passport to International Spirit

October 18-20, 2024

Frank Fickett Center

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Scouting is happening all around the world! And your JOTA-JOTI Passport to International Spirit will open up a world of activities to learn about international Scouting! Along the way, earn patches and awards! Here are just a few of the activities you can enjoy:

JOTI / JOTA – Jamboree-on-the-Internet (JOTI) and Jamboree On The Air

• Communicate by Ham Radio – Ham radio operators will reach out to Scouts around the globe! Radio Call Sign is: KA5BSA!
• International Scouting Midway –Scouters and Scouts alike can check requirements of the International Spirit Award by visiting over 20 displays about how Scouting is Creating a Better World.
  • International Spirit Award & International Scouter Award – Learn about the International Spirit Award and International Spirit Award awards and work on some of the requirements.
  • Messengers of Peace – Learn about the new, expanded Messengers of Peace
  • SDG’s Learn about the 17 SDG’s and how you can make a difference.
  • World Scout Jamboree 2027. The next WSJ will be held in Poland! International activities will be provided with Polish roots (ie food, games, flag, culture) so you can “Be Prepared!”
  • World Friendship Fund – Learn about the World Friendship Fund!
  • International Peace Light – Learn about the International Peace
  • Friendship Knot – Learn how to tie the friendship neckerchief knot, then share it with your friends!
  • Interpreter Strip. Get tested on your knowledge of foreign languages iearn your Interpreter Strip.
  •  And much more!
• Merit Badges – The following merit badges will be offered:
  • Citizenship in the World, Sustainability and Radio.
  • Environmental Science, Citizenship in the Nation and Scouting Heritage will be offered.
• Cub Scouts Champions of Nature Program. Cub Scouts can participate in hands on EarthTribe activities to become Champions of Nature!

More details coming soon!

For more information, contact Lynn Brooks, International Representative lobrooks@austin.rr.com