What’s Happening at the 2015 World Scout Jamboree in Japan

Imagine 33,000 Scouts from more than 150 countries pouring into one place at the same time, all for the sake of fun, service, and friendship. Pretty amazing, right? Well that’s exactly what’s happening at the 2015 World Scout Jamboree in Kirara-hama, Japan right now!

Beginning yesterday and running through Saturday, August 8, Scouts from all corners of the globe arrived in Japan for the largest event of the Scout movement in the world. In fact, 1,600 Scouts from the BSA just arrived to take on the fun-filled week. You can read on Scouting Newsroom about two Scouts who hopped on an airplane for the first time en route to the World Scout Jamboree while another group of Boy Scouts and Venturers share their journeys leading up to the big event. 

Check out the drone footage of the Jamboree site in Kirara-hama, Japan, below to view the magnitude of this amazing global event and then read on to learn what else is in store for the 2015 World Scout Jamboree. 

Scouts have the opportunity to participate in a variety of on-site and off-site activities at the World Jamboree. Programs include:

• Cross Road of Culture – An activity to promote the exchange of cultures and learn respect for the cultures amongst participants.
• Peace Program – A one-day off-site program to Hiroshima with an opportunity to attend the Peace Memorial Ceremony.
• Global Development Village – An on-site program to raise awareness of global issues such as peace, the environment, development, human rights and health among participants.
• City of Science – A one-day program in Kirara-hama to deepen the understanding of science and technology, along with the benefits and problems associated with science.
• Water Activities – Aquatic sports such as sailing, wind surfing, snorkeling, rafting and fishing will be offered at lakes, rivers or the nearby coast.
• Community Service – There will be a day of community service, allowing participants the opportunity to experience Japan as the locals do.
• Exploring Nature – This full day module will foster a better appreciation and understanding of nature in Japan.

You can also experience the fun and excitement of the World Scout Jamboree from the comfort of your own home by checking out the Canon Live Viewing videos to watch on-site Scout activities in real-time. You can also stay in the loop by following the social media feeds on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook for minute by minute updates, filled with photos and personal accounts of each day.

Coming Up, The 2017 Jamboree!

If you weren’t able to jet over to Japan for the World Scout Jamboree you can still attend the 2017 National Scout Jamboree right here in the U.S.! Taking place at the Summit Bechtel Reserve from July 19 through July 28 in West Virginia, plans for the 2017 Jamboree are moving fast. Stay ahead of the curve by registering to attend as a participant or staff volunteer for the 2017 National Scout Jamboree today!