Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) & Jamboree on the Internet (JOTI) Scout Adventure Guide What is JOTA-JOTI? JOTA-JOTI is the world’s largest digital and radio Scout event. It takes place every October and connects millions of Scouts across the globe through: • JOTA – Using amateur (ham) radio to talk to other Scouts • JOTI – Using the internet to chat, play, and learn with Scouts worldwide This is your chance to: • Make international Scout friends • Practice communication and tech skills • Take part in global activities and challenges • Explore cultures, languages, and ideas • Learn how Scouts in other countries live and lead
Before You Begin Make sure you’re ready with: • A safe, supervised device (laptop, tablet, radio station, etc.) • Your Scout neckerchief/uniform – you’re representing your group and country • A notebook or JamPuz tracker • Access to the official JOTA-JOTI platform: https://www.jotajoti.info • A good attitude – you’re a global ambassador for Scouts!
How to Introduce Yourself When chatting or talking with another Scout: • • •
Start with your first name only Mention your country or Scout group Share an interesting fact or hobby
Example: "Hi! I’m James from Craggy Island Scouts in Ireland. I love climbing and am working towards the Crean Challenge Award.”