The Newsasaurus - July 6 by CJ'13 Editor

WELCOME TO CJ! July 6, 2013

Welcome from Albert! BY ALBERT THE ALBERTASAURUS

Welcome Scouts! I am very happy that all 5000 of you made it here - you’re going to have a blast! I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome each and every one of you to beautiful Camp Woods, on the shore of Sylvan Lake. Camp Woods has a rich history with Scouts Canada dating back to the early 1930’s. Take some time to wander the camp and enjoy the natural surroundings. But not too much time - you’ll miss all the awesome activities happening! The next week holds adventure, teamwork and of course, fun. The program activities will challenge you and your patrol, while putting to use all of the skills you have learnt in Scouts. The X-Centre holds a lot more to do and see! Here you can visit the trading post to pick up a souvenir, stop by the post office to send a letter back home, or hang out in the badge trading area. Every time you turn around you’ll see something new and exciting to do! There are more than 1500 volunteers who have spent countless hours up to this day preparing the camp for you. I want to thank all of the Offers of Service (or OOS, as we often call them) for taking time out of their summer to be at CJ. If you see an OOS be sure to give them a hi-5! Well friends, it’s time for me to start making my rounds of the camp. Come say hi if you see me! Have an awesome week!! Your pal,

t r e b l A

Daily Routine 7:00 7:30 8:30 9:00 12:00 13:30 16:30 17:00 18:30

Rise and Shine Pick up Meal Box Prepare Breakfast Prepare Bag Lunches Depart for Programs Morning Program Period Lunch Afternoon Program Period Return to Campsite Pick up Meal Box Prepare Supper Free Time

Event Schedule

Sat. July 6 Arrivals Opening 7:00p-8:00p Sun. July 7 Spiritual Observance (am) Program Begins 1:30p Fighting for Ithaca 7:00p Mon-Fri Program Activities Fri. July 12 Closing 7:00p-8:00p Sat. July 13 Departures

In Today’s Paper Welcome messages................................................... Page 2 & 3 Special Events..................................................................... Page 4 Safety Information............................................................ Page 6 INDABA schedule............................................................... Page 6 CJ Sponsors......................................................................... Page 8

Tomorrow’s Weather There is a 100% chance of weather for tomorrow, July 7. It will be light during the day, and dark at night. Sunrise: 5:25am Sunset: 9:58pm 1

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From the Editor, Zach D.

As patron scout of Canada, I am delighted to extend greetings to everyone taking part in the Canadian Scout Jamboree 2013 (CJ’13). Adventure, outdoor experience, friendship and the learning of practical skills—these are wonderfully effective ways of building self-confidence and ability. CJ’13 will give you the opportunity to meet scouts from across Canada and around the world and to reinforce the values you share and that are at the very heart of scouting.

Welcome to the first edition of the Newsasaurus, CJ’s very own newspaper. The Newsasaurus team will be hard at work all week long capturing the entire CJ’13 experience. We’ll be looking for your stories, articles, and pictures to fill the paper every day. The Newsasaurus team is made up of Venturers, Rovers, Rangers and adults from across Canada, with a variety of backgrounds. Together we will be publishing 6 newspapers, including a special edition on Monday. I hope you will have as much fun reading the Newsasaurus as we will creating it. On behalf of the entire Newsasaurus team, Welcome to CJ! Questions? Comments? We’d love to hear from you! Email the editor at cj13editor@scouts.ca

Canadians are known the world over for their generosity and desire to improve the lives of others. Our country would never have earned that reputation were it not for the tireless efforts of people like you who, from a very young age, have embraced the values of diligence, integrity and responsibility to others and self. May this week be filled with memories that will last a lifetime.

David Johnston July 2013

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Boots & Salutes

Boots to the people who are disregarding their own safety and the safety of others by riding in the back of vehicles and trailers. Salutes to all of the hard working OOS who are working day and night to make CJ happen!

Arrogant Worms at CJ’13

Three quarters of a quarter of a century ago, something magnificent happened in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Sensing a desperate public need for musical comedy, The Arrogant Worms was formed. The Arrogant Worms began as a comedy troupe performing songs and sketches on the campus radio station in 1991. As the live show developed, the songs delighted the audience. The sketches – not so much. It began as a hobby, making fun of a big dumb world. Luckily, the world is still dumb and The Arrogant Worms (Mike McCormick, Chris Patterson and Trevor Strong) still have plenty to sing about. The shows are fast, furious and family friendly. The wit is quick, the satire is biting and the musicianship is second to none. Their appeal has earned them fans from kids to parents to grandparents to Princess Leia. CJ is proud to announce that the Arrogant Worms will be live in concert on the main stage after the Opening Ceremony.

Scouting on the ISS

Commander Chris Hadfield pushed the Canadian Space Agency into the spotlight with his amazing pictures from the International Space Station and engagement with Canadian youth. While Commander Hadfield is back on terra firma, the Canadian Space Agency is continuing with his success of engaging Canadian youth. At 10:30am on Monday, July 8, for ten minutes, 20 lucky Scouts will be able to have the opportunity to speak with the astronauts aboard the International Space Station as they fly over the world. Gather at 10am by the main stage to be a part of this awesome experience! See your Sub-Camp HQ for more information on how to sign up!

Joke of the Day

Why did the dinosaur cross the road? - Because chickens weren’t evolved yet!

Visitor Day at CJ

Visitors will join the CJ experience on Tuesday and Thursday. They will be taken on guided tours of the camp. If you see any visitors, please welcome them with a wave and hello!

Photo courtesy of The Arrogant Worms

Paleozoic Stage Events

Be sure to check out the Paleozoic Stage in the X-Centre for tonnes of daily activities and shows. Shows include magic, ventriloquism, lots of music and more! This stage is also home to the CJ’s Got Talent auditions happening daily. The Paleozoic Stage is open from 9:00am to 9:30pm daily. Come on down and have some fun!

Post CJ Equipment Sales

Much of the leftover supplies and equipment from CJ’13 will be available for purchase following the Jamboree. There are hefty discounts to be had on quality equipment and supplies. Check out www.cj13postsales.com for the most up to date listings of available items. New items will be added daily. Payment methods include Visa, Master Card or cash. Pick up and payment will take place near the Quartermaster tent on the CJ site. All items must be picked up at Camp Woods on July 13 or 14, or at some agreed upon time. All items are as is, and no refunds or exchanges are offered. Please note, some items may not be available to purchase due to poor condition.

The Subcamp Story

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CJs nine Subcamps provide a home away from home for Scouts and their Leaders. Subcamps are staffed by teams of volunteers who have been planning and working for more than a year to make sure their Subcamp is the best! When you arrive at the main gate of Camp Woods, your Troop will be met by someone from your Subcamp who will assist you in finding your gear and guiding you back to your home for the next 7 days. Each Subcamp has a Headquarters shelter which is open and staffed 24 hours a day with adult and youth Offers of Service. This team provides a variety of services including arrivals check-in, allocation of camping sites, tool lending service so you can prepare your camping area, Quartermaster to redeem propane pre-orders and refills, management of food bins and supplies, information on activity programs, information and message boards and general support and assistance to campers. If you have a question, just visit your Subcamp HQ they have the answer or they know where to find it! As CJ moves through the week, get to know these great people. They are at CJ to help make your Jamboree experience a very positive and memorable one! These same volunteers will be arranging and advising you about departure details, including campsite inspections and sign-out. Subcamps also have volunteers on their team to assist with Scouts (or Leaders) who may be feeling homesick, overwhelmed, sad, lonely or just needing some quiet friendship. Referred to as Care Corps, these caring Venturers, Rovers and Leaders want to help everyone have a great 8 days at Camp Woods.

Fighting for Ithaca is Here!

Who says that you can’t always get what you want? While that might have rung true for the Rolling Stones all those years ago, Vancouver pop-punk band Fighting For Ithaca clearly wasn’t paying attention. The origins of Fighting For Ithaca date back a number of years. After a somewhat revolving door of band members came and went from the band, Fighting For Ithaca would become a union, a pact between friends to leave their mark upon the world. And with that Curtis Steeksma, Jonny, Tommy Phoenix, Adamm Strange and Phil Maloney are all fighting the same good fight. And that, in part, is what will set Fighting For Ithaca apart from countless other bands determined to make a career in music. CJ’13 is pleased to welcome Fighting For Ithaca playing on the main stage Sunday evening.

Whoville Most of the Volunteers who are not involved with Subcamps will stay in the Whoville Subcamp, where they will find staff feeding, washroom and shower buildings, and a variety of activities organized through the Whoville Headquarters team. Upon arrival, Offers of Service need to check in with the team at Whoville HQ, and then their adventure will begin! Although Offers of Service have responsibilities each day to ensure the Jamboree runs smoothly, the Whoville Team has a variety of great events to keep OOS busy in their free time – check in at HQ to find out what’s available to sign out, what the theme for the day is and what special activities are available for sign-up. Continued Page 7...

Albert’s Journey to CJ

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Please, Leave No Trace BY ALEXANDRA SHORE

Welcome to Sylvan Lake, home to almost 12,400 people, a popular tourist destination for over 1 million people a year, and at the heart of some of the most beautiful wilderness Canada has to offer. To be located in such diverse part of Canada is a real treat, and because of this it’s important that we leave it the same way as we found it. To ensure this, it’s important to implement the Leave No Trace principle. It’s a fairly simple practice, made up of three basic rules that if everyone uses, will guarantee that many more Scouts can enjoy this wonderful place. The first rule is simple; if you pack it in, you pack it out. In other words, nothing you bring in gets left behind. This includes all of your equipment and even garbage. There are plenty of places to dispose of garbage and it’s your job to make sure that all garbage makes it there. The second rule is to take only pictures. As nice as it sounds to take a ‘natural’ souvenir to remind you of the trip and to show friends and family back home, it’s important to remember that with almost 6500 people at CJ, if everyone were to take a rock there would be nothing left for anyone else to see. Enjoy the rocks, plants, and any other natural objects you find, but just remember to leave it where you found it. The final rule to remember is to respect everyone else in the camp, so remember to greet everyone with a smile and get ready to make some new friends! This includes when you are on full day activities. Using the Leave No Trace principle will allow everyone to have a great time and guarantee the well being of Camp Woods for years to come. Now get out there and enjoy this incredible landscape!

Safety Information Security Stay out of other campsites unless invited. Report to Subcamp staff anyone that you see going where they should not to be going. CJ Security staff will be patrolling the Jamboree site regularly. CJ wristbands are to be worn at all times. Fire Safety Open fires are not allowed at CJ. Matches, candles, lanterns or stoves are not permitted in tents. Unit leaders must ensure that participants know how to fill and light stoves safely. Ensure that stoves are completely out after use. Keep fuel away from tents. No smoking anywhere except in designated areas. If a fire starts, Yell FIRE! and keep yelling until somebody comes. Report the location of the fire to Subcamp HQ. If there is a fire extinguisher available, use it. Do not use water on fuel fires. Turn off burner valves and propane valves as soon as possible. If your clothing is on fire, do not run – STOP, DROP to the ground, and ROLL until the fire is smothered! For a fire in a tent, make sure that everyone gets out immediately. Drop the tent as soon as everyone is out. Do not try to remove articles from a burning tent.

Publication Notice

There will be no Newsasaurus printed tomorrow, Sunday July 7. Check outside the PR tent by the main gate for pictures and stories from arrivals and the Opening Ceremony. Be sure to check your Subcamp HQ on Monday for a special edition of the Newsasaurus! Daily papers will be available from Tuesday through Friday at your Subcamp HQ.

Indaba

Indaba is open to all leaders and OOS attending CJ. Indaba sessions will take place in the Whoville Subcamp. Detailed Indaba session information can be found at your subcamp headquarters. The following schedule is subject to change. Saturday July 6 Sunday July 7 Monday July 8 Tuesday July 9 Wednesday July 10 Thursday July 11

NO INDABA INTERNAL COMPASS - 7:15p Dining Overflow ONE PROGRAM - THE CANADIAN PATH - THE NEW PROGRAM - 8:00p Dining Overflow HELPING SCOUTS RUN A SCOUTS OWN - 8:45p Dining Overflow CAMPFIRE TYPE 1 - 9:30p Whoville Fire pit TELUS CYBER WISE FOR ADULTS - 7:15p Dining Overflow ADVENTURE SKILLS IN THE NEW PROGRAM - 8:00p Dining Overflow HOW TO BRING SCUBA INTO YOUR PROGRAM (DRYLAND ONLY) - 8:45p Dining Overflow CAMPFIRE TYPE 2 - 9:30p Whoville Fire pit SCOUTING LIFE MAGAZINE - WHAT’S NEXT? - 7:15p Dining Overflow SPICES - ELEMENTS OF THE NEW PROGRAM - 8:00p Dining Overflow COURT OF HONOUR HELPING YOUTH LEADERS LEAD - 8:45p Dining Overflow CAMPFIRE TYPE 3 - 9:30p Whoville Fire pit TELUS CYBER WISE FOR ADULTS - 7:15p Dining Overflow PROGRAM PLANNING - 8:00p Dining Overflow SCOUTING IN THE DIGITAL CENTURY - 8:45p Dining Overflow CAMPFIRE TYPE 4 - 9:30p Whoville Fire pit PANEL DISCUSSION ON THE FUTURE OF SCOUTING - 7:15p Dining Overflow FROM LEADERS TO FACILITATORS - 8:00p Dining Overflow HOW TO BRING SCUBA INTO YOUR PROGRAM (DRYLAND ONLY) - 8:45p Dining Overflow CAMPFIRE TYPE 5 - 9:30p Whoville Fire pit

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The Fun of Badge Trading BY DON ALLEN

Have you got your badges ready for trading at CJ? Badge trading has been a long standing tradition at jamborees. The simple act of trading a badge can often kindle a friendship that can last a lifetime. When sewn on your campfire blanket, a traded badge not only adds colour, but often stirs memories of a complete stranger that you now call friend, or recalls the fun time you had at a jamboree. Believe it or not, there’s an etiquette that goes along with trading a badge. Firstly, it’s badge for badge. When the trade is completed, the deal is sealed with the Scout handshake to confirm both parties are happy with the trade. You may be asking what type of badges you should bring to a jamboree. Many Groups and Areas produce a special “Contingent Badge” made specifically for CJ. Some groups even produce different combinations of their badge, including an all-white “ghost” badge. At the last CJ, I collected 61 different badges. Bring along some of your Area badges. They reflect the uniqueness of your Area and are highly coveted by collectors world-wide. Wouldn’t it be fun to collect all the Area and Council badges from Canada? Activity badges from camps and events are always colourful and fun to trade as well. If Granddad gave you some badges to trade, you may have some badges of rare value. Go to the Canadian Badger’s Club display and have your badges evaluated. You may discover it’s a badge you’ll want to keep or trade for an equally rare badge. I never imagined my little bag of badges traded at the 1967 World Jamboree would grow into such a fun hobby and give me so many friends from around the World.

Thanks!

The Canadian Jamboree wishes to extend thanks to FOCUS Corporation and Westerner Park, Red Deer for their donations towards Cub Scout Day. FOCUS has donated 500 water bottles towards Cub Scout Day, while Westerner Park has made a donation to subsidize parking costs for Cub Scout Day participants.

Cub Scout Day will be taking place on Wednesday, July 10.

Continued From Page 5... What can Leaders and Scouts do to assist the Subcamps? Don’t bring keepsake treasures or expensive items to CJ – unfortunately with over 6500 people on site, tents and campsites cannot be locked down to protect against uninvited visitors who may want your gear for their own enjoyment. Wear your CJ necker and/or wristbands clearly visible at all times outside your campsite. We have had past challenges with non-Scouting people attempting to enter the Jamboree site for less than honest reasons; this year our Jamboree Security patrols will be questioning everyone without visible CJ identification. Be realistic in your expectations of yourself and your fellow campers – if you are feeling tired, hungry, confused or stressed, chances are they are too. Things always work better when everyone is working together and supporting each other. Be flexible – with the rustic campsites and the logistics of providing a wide variety of services both in Subcamps and throughout the Jamboree, things sometimes don’t go as planned. Be assured that Jamboree has skilled volunteers available to assist with whatever comes up – most have been volunteers at previous Jamborees and know how to work on the fly! If you are feeling angry, frustrated, homesick, ill or otherwise not on the top of your day, please talk to your Subcamp HQ – they can only help if you keep them informed .