Issue 04 - Wednesday

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Going to the zoo

by Kirsty Thorpe “There was a crocodile, an orangutan, a slithering snake and an eagle that flies… a rabbit, a beaver, a crazy elephant!” (and yes, we’re sorry for getting that

song stuck in your head), but there were all those animals and more to see at Colchester Zoo. Every day, around 250 Scouts and Guides leave the NORJAM 2018 site by coach to spend a day at

Colchester Zoo. We visited yesterday, along with participants and adults from the 80s sub camp.

One of the first animals Scouts and Guides spotted on entering the Zoo were the red pandas.

As these animals are rare, they attract a lot of attention and shrieks of delight and amazement were heard as a group of Scouts spotted the animal for the first time! continued on page 2

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Happy birthday Happy birthday to the following lucky people who celebrate their birthdays at NORJAM today.

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We can walk with the animals

Nathan 70s Teah 90s Jack 70s Lewis 70s Freddie 40s Tyler 60s Toby 60s Gunner 80s Benjamin 70s Caden 60s Jessica 90s Rhiannon 50s Grace 80s Abigail 40s Akash 60s Cheryl 70s Alice 70s Noureldin 60s Jane 00s

Badge sets Sets of all 7 sub camp badges have been so popular that they have completely run out!

Do not fear. If you would like one still, they are available to pre order and they will be delivered right through your front door, all for just £6.

Order forms are available from the Emporium or online at norjam.org.uk

Fun for staff Fun fair rides are open for staff today and tomorrow between 12.30-1pm - near the staff car park.

Simply show your staff pass to gain access.

Top awards Those taking part in Queens Scout or Guide awards can get advice at the staff hub between 7-8pm on Thursday.

continued from page 1 For lots of participants, the highlight of the day was being able to feed the Giraffes and Elephants in the ‘Kingdom of the Wild’ exhibit area, by hand.

Everyone who visits the zoo can feed the Giraffes at either 12.15 or 2.15pm, or the Elephants at 12.30 or 2.30pm.

We spoke to a group of Guides just after feeding the Giraffes and ‘Ellie the Elephant’.

Courtney, 17, said “It was weird. The Giraffe’s tongues curled and look like an ice cream cone!”

Anya, 16, said: “It was really good and something different – their tongues are really funny.”

Around every corner is the opportunity to get close to a different and exciting animal, ranging from Zebras to Otters to Pygmy Hippos.

Rosie, 12, said: “The Otters were my favourite animals – they were really

funny to watch and the baby ones are really cute.”

As well as visiting the animals in their exhibits, you can also get up close and personal with animals on viewing platforms and speak to zoo keepers to find out more about the different animals, their habitats, what they eat and their lifestyle.

Everyone we saw at the zoo was having a great day, many visiting a new place and seeing new and

unusual animals they had never encountered before.

Thomas, 10, said “It was really cool, I’ve never been here and I’ve never seen wallabies before.”

It isn’t just NORJAM participants at the Zoo, as there were lots of people from the local area enjoying their summer holidays with the animals too.

It was great to hear comments about how smart and well behaved all from NORJAM 2018 were.

Get #Norjam2018 trending!

Eaton Vale Scouts, Facebook “Our Dragon has been delivering prizes to our bouldering wall competition winners! Make sure you find us in the Market Place”

indulgebeauty, Instagram “I love client photos of their nails. These ones were for Scout camp”

1st Buxton Lamas Sea Scouts, Twitter “Morewenna making a sun catcher- it’s our 1970’s sub camp badge”

Keep up to date with our social media channels and hashtag #Norjam2018!

Facebook @NorjamJamboree, Twitter and Instagram @Norjam2018.

Don’t forget to also follow the adventures of #NorjamBear Norbert on Twitter and Instagram.

The Norticle is edited by Emma Parker, designed by Christopher Smith and Rachel Smith, written by Ger Hennessey, Alex Richardson, Bradley Hirons, James Traynor, Bianca Cole, Kirsty Thorpe and Sarah Paget. Photography by Tina Wing, Ian Guy, Steve Way, Caz Wilcox, Graham Sprought, Teo Utting, Charlotte Lanham, Matt Meyrick, Lucy Jarvis and James Hage. Sub camp media content is produced by Annie Voller, Jazmin Wingrove, Megan Mitchell, Libby Edwards, Joshua Windsor, Izzie Hilton, Gail Robinson, Eilish Brogan, Steve Croxall, Natalie Gibbings, Nell Katra and James Katra.

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Keeping up momentum

by Bradley Hirons Located behind the Market Square, is the Momentum Activity Field.

With the energising and extraordinary activities the 90s sub camp took their turn to get in the zone.

The field was filled with beaming smiles, laughter and soaking wet Scouts

and Guides, who decided to have a go on the tube tunnel aqua zorbs.

It wasn’t just zorbing that was available to the participants however.

Jay-Jay, 11, from 1st Swaffham Scouts exclaimed: “I’ve always wanted to be able to do the Ninja Warrior TV show so to have a mini course here at

NORJAM was fun.

“It was kind of easy but the hanging rings were difficult because I’m quite short.”

One of the highlights of the morning session was a group of boys on the Trapeze. Ben, 16, from Scarlet Dragons ESU and Oliver, 13, Connor, 13, Jack, 13, and George, 14, all from

Selby Brayton Scouts had buit up the knowledge and the skill level to be flyers and be caught be one of the trapeze team.

Jonny, the instructor that was catching the group, explained: “It’s good to show them what they need to do in order for the young people to be at the right level so that we can catch

them.”

George, who was the first of the group to be caught, said: “It was quite nervewracking to say the least, I was relieved that I got caught.”

With so many activities to put your bravery to the test, make sure you check out Momentum when you get your chance!

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No hungry tums thanks to super staff

by Bill Butcher and James Traynor

Agadoo you feel like getting up?

by Ger Hennessey As everyone at NORJAM wakes and the quiet time ends, each morning at NORJAM 2018, Norjammers are put through their paces with a selection of workouts to the sound of appropriately upbeat tracks.

Participants and staff file into the Main Arena at 7am and get up, get down, and get funky.

“It’s just a fantastic way to start the day,” proclaimed Emma, from the 70s sub camp.

“Everyone’s just so happy to be here.”

“I’m not!”, interrupts Dylan, 16, from the 60s sub camp, “I’m really, really, really happy!”.

“I’ve never seen so many people trying to push a pineapple at the same time”, said Graham, from the 00s sub camp.

“I’m not really a morning person,” said Karen, from the 80s sub camp, “but I’ve heard these tracks blasted out for the past few days, and I thought, if I can’t ignore them, join them”.

Everyone participating in the fun and fantastic morning wake up was grinning from ear to ear.

“The tunes are lit!”, said Radj, 13, from the 40s sub camp. “That means they’re well good”.

There are many unsung heroes here at NORJAM 2018, working day in and out to keep the Jamboree and its staff running behind the scenes. These gems are part of the Chelmsford Scout Active Support Unit (SASU) providing catering for hundreds of event staff.

To find out a bit more about what they do, five members of the media team, Glenn, our Director, Alex and Bradley from the Newspaper Team as well as Val and Bill, Front of House went and mucked in at the serveries, serving food for some of the 650 staff diners.

Bill said he “realised that serving seven different choices of dinner coupled

with multiple dietary requirements needs a great deal of planning and time management. My 2 ½ stint made me appreciate the marvellous work they do even more.”

Bradley encourages everyone to give it ago. He said “the time flew by really quickly and I was able to try a little bit of everything after we had finished. That was the best bit!”

There are 38 on the staff catering team and they work right through from breakfast to dinner, so the help they get from elsewhere on the Jamboree is greatly appreciated.

There will be a chance for staff working in other directorates to volunteer on the team every evening throughout the week.

Why not give it a go?

The bright lights of Market Square

by Sarah Paget With so many activities available by day the Market Place is somewhere you won’t see much of.

However, by night the space comes alive with the buzz and chatter as groups of Scouts and Guides can be found sharing their day’s experiences over a milkshake or a crepe and listening to the music of the Main Stage, as the rhythm drifts over the hedge from the Main Arena.

“When we’re walking around we sometimes get snacks and stop and listen to the music”, said Mia, 10, 40s sub camp.

The Emporium is also open to buy all your NORJAM 2018 supplies from souvenirs to snacks.

If it’s something to do you are after, you can drop into Impact, the International tent and Heritage Hub. All have challenges to complete with the reward of a badge should you

complete the task.

Of course, if you are still peckish, there is a range of vendors selling everything from chips to pizza to ensure you don’t go hungry.

The spacious seating area outside Soft Rock Café is always a popular place to sit with friends old and new.

Hannah, 12, 90s sub camp explained: “There are many different places to eat and shop.

“You can eat and drink. Its where Guides and Scouts come together as friends.”

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Quietly loud

by James Traynor We joined Monday’s Main Stage band, ‘Come in Silence’, for a chat after their set. This is what Danny, Luke, Joe and Gene had to say…

What did you think of NORJAM 2018?

It seems great! It is so well organised and the Young People were so excited and loved it. It is our first time at a Scout or Guide event and we’ve had a really good time. The young people seem to be having a great time too.

What is the favourite song you performed and why?

(Luke) Definitely “Sweet Child O’ Mine”. There’s loads of guitar work in it which I love and it is well known.

What song went down best at NORJAM 2018?

Probably “Sweet Child O’ Mine” again! Everyone

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Perfect for thrill seekers

knows it and sings along and it really got the crowd going.

What are the biggest and smallest gigs you have done?

The smallest have been some pubs which have been tiny boxes with a few people in. Last year we played at the O2 to 4,000 people, which is probably our biggest.

What do you want people to know about you?

We have a new song coming out called “Never Learn” which we are really proud of. The crowd enjoyed it.

How can people find out more about you?

The best way would be our Facebook page: Come in Silence. On there we have pictures and videos of what we are up to and you can find out about our new single when it comes out, as well as see the video.

by Bradley Hirons The Velocity Activity Field is the one for petrol-heads and thrill-seekers; with outdoor archery, air rifle shooting and Go-Karts.

Giving you the perfect opportunity to compete alongside your friends and other young people in the three activities provided.

Ashton, 11, and Jack, 14, from 1st Wymondham in the 90s sub camp particularly enjoyed the air rifle shooting with Jack

in particular overcoming a slight fear in reloading the rifle after injuring himself during a previous experience.

“The air rifles are definitely my favourite activity within Velocity” Jack told us at The Norticle.

Ashton said: “There is always a degree of competitiveness between Scouts and Guides and that is what makes the activities very engaging for everyone.”

The 5.5 horsepower

160cc Go-Karts were another very popular activity within Velocity.

Emily and Thomas, both 14, and Rosalyn, 16, from Northern Norwich Explorers also on the 90s sub camp told us: “The speed of the karts is awesome and the competitive nature you have with your friends makes the driving enjoyable.”

So if you want to speed in style or test your aim, this is definitely the activity zone for you.

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Joint venture feedback The National Citizen Service (NCS) and The Scout Association, as part of their three-year joint venture, would like your opinions as part of their research.

NCS is a varied three to four week experience for 15-17 year olds, often run through schools, and they’re looking for Explorer Scouts and Scout Leaders who would be willing to talk about what they would want to get out of a Scouting adapted NCS programme.

NCS have a tent in the marketplace today, otherwise you can get in touch by emailing the team via: NCS.Consultation@ scouts.org.uk.

Market Celidh Alongside a variety of stalls, stands and shops the Market Square also has a plethora of fun and exciting activities for you to try your hand at.

Today at the Mini Stage, just outside the Soft Rock Café there will be a Ceilidh at 11am and Morris Dancing at 2pm.

Why not come along with your friends old and new and dance to your hearts content.

On Thursday there will also be a Dog Agility demonstration at 7pm, why not pop along and see the cool canines strut their stuff.

Mini stage The Mini Stage NEED you.

We are looking for performers on the Mini Market Square Stage.

If you have an act you want to show off simply sign up in the TG Tea Room.

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Loads for leaders and staff to enjoy in their downtime If you feel the need to “Go Let It Out,” in the Decades tonight we have Pop Idol, the perfect excuse to dress up as your favourite band, group or singer and show off your moves!

“Have You Ever” tried Clay Shooting? If not, tonight it is one of our activities for adults, staff and Leaders from 5pm – 6pm. If not, you can also have some Inflatable fun on Bounce from 7pm – 8pm.

Tomorrow, if you fancy “A Jump to the Left and Then a Step to the Right,” we have an over 18’s only showing of the Rocky Horror Picture show at the cinema, we are actively encouraging Fancy

Dress and hope to see you there!

Here on the Noughties, if you have a “Dilemma” we have lots of members of our team all happy to help all of the staff. 19 of us in fact!

We even have 3 mini members of the team, our ‘Boy & Girls’ Toby, Evelyn & Matilda.

Toby and Evelyn are here with their Mummy Helen, who already has all the parenting badges.

Evelyn is five and her favourite part of NORJAM 2018 has been all of the wasps - but, we’re not sure everyone will agree!

Her brother Toby is only 4.

He has been fully enjoying

his NORJAM experience and trying everything he can. His favourite thing has been the giant slide in the Awesome Bounce Inflatables!

Matilda is here with her

Mummy and Daddy, Cat & Daizy.

She is only 16 months, but has already decided that her favourite things about NORJAM are “Purple” and “Bubbles.”

What would you do if you were Chief Scout/Guide for a day?

Emily, 15, 70s sub camp “I’d create new sections: Sea Guides and Air Guides”

Lucie, 13, 60s sub camp “I’d let boys join the Guides, and have more open campfires”

Rory, 11, 60s sub camp “I’d demand more big camps to make new friends at”

Anna 12, 60s sub camp “I’d have more connections between Guide units”

Lauren, 14, 60s sub camp “I’d make everyone go on one big camp”

Finlay, 10, 90s sub camp “I’d love a camp that was just outdoor adventure and survival activities. Back to basics, but, with milkshakes”

Aldo, 12, 50s sub camp “I’d allow young people to have more international experiences”

Dillon, 11, 40s sub camp “I’d introduce more wilderness and survival stuff”

Max, 11, 60s sub camp “I’d create opportunities by making links with the Air Cadets and the Royal Navy”

Amelie, 11, 40s sub camp “I’d allow everyone to design their own uniform”

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A NORJAM love story

Paws on great meeting ideas If you’re a Leader who would like some help with your September programme, you might want to check out Pawprint Badges. They have over twenty different themed challenge packs, each with over 40 activities to choose from, perfect for those ‘I don’t have anything to run tonight’ moments we all know and love.

Each pack has an optional badge associated with it, with a portion of the profits from their sales going to the Pawprint Trust, a fund for Scouts and Guides aged 11-25 who need extra funding for a project or expedition.

Pawprint Badges have a tent with giant deckchair in the Marketplace all week.

by Ian McCraken In 2003, Charlotte and I met a couple of days after the Opening Ceremony of NORJAM in a dark field near a tall tree.

She was a tall, blonde Guide from Leighton Buzzard and I was a short, fresh-faced Scout, from Belfast.

Aged 15, we had no idea the journey that was ahead of us. We spent the remainder of the week together, getting to know each other as much as possible.

When the week ended, Charlotte had given me my first kiss but more so, she had given me feelings I had never felt for anyone before and never would again.

On this day...

We exchanged mobile numbers and headed back to our respective camping areas. Having a long journey back to Northern Ireland and no charger, my phone battery died. Charlotte began to wonder whether she’d ever hear from me again.

Luckily, as soon as we got to our stop-gap Scout hut where we’d stay overnight before our ferry, I was able to charge my phone and exchange many, many messages back and forward.

A theme that would continue throughout the intervening years too.

Remaining friends and enduring the tribulations of life separately, admiring Charlotte from afar my feelings grew ever stronger.

40s – 1945 US wartime rationing of gasoline & fuel oil ends 50s – 1950 Joseph Pholien becomes Belgian premier 60s – 1965 The

Seeing Charlotte on camps such as Peak and Poacher we both ended up friends but never a couple.

Keeping contact through University and our first years as trainee teachers we shared a deep friendship, but I wanted more.

Then in 2012 my chance came, Charlotte was having a birthday weekend and I was invited.

Without hesitation I hopped on a plane and headed to the UK. Telling me she was single, I took my chance and we became a couple.Despite us still living in separate countries we made it work and I made plans to move.

Fast forward a few years, Charlotte is a Brownie Leader and I volunteer with

Beatles play to 55,000 at Shea Stadium 70s – 1977 England regain cricket Ashes by taking a 3-0 series lead over Australia

Scouts, however we also now have a little troop of our own - Evie was born in August 2013 and Oliver in May 2016.

We have our own house and there is only one piece of the puzzle missing.

That’s until Monday night, in a dark field, near a tall tree at NORJAM 2018, close by to where they first met, a tall, blonde Guide from Leighton Buzzard said ‘yes’ to a not so short nor fresh faced Scout, from Belfast.

15 years later, having known each other for exactly half of our lives, we have gone full circle. From a story that never looked likely, to a book full of amazing chapters, we have never looked back.

I love you, Charlotte and I always will.

80s – 1981 Ian Botham scores a century in 86 balls v Australia at Old Trafford 90s – 1995 The “Macarena” single is released by pop

group Los del Rio 00s – 2008 Two million yearold fossils of a new species of human ancestor are discovered in a South African cave

Freemasons help total climb On Tuesday 14th August the Provincial Grand Master of the March, Master Mason, Province of East Anglia, Right Worshipped Brother Paul Norman popped in to NORJAM 2018 to present a cheque to the 1st Diss Scout Group.

This will enable them to buy a new climbing wall.

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Water way to help others

by Alex Richardson Nearly two thirds of Ugandans don’t have access to safe, clean water, while many lack important resources such as mosquito nets or educational tools.

The members of Mercy Scouts International are selling bracelets to help raise money to improve communities in Uganda.

Each bracelet costs £4, which is enough to provide clean water for six children for a year, or to purchase a mosquito net to help protect four children from malaria-carrying mosquitoes throughout the night.

The bracelets are made by members of Mercy Scouts International out of recycled materials, each

Going live across Norfolk

by Sarah Paget There was an early morning buzz of energy yesterday morning as BBC Radio Norfolk visited NORJAM 2018.

Not only was this an exciting opportunity to share the all the amazing activities on offer within the Norfolk area, we believe this was a UK Jamboree first, with a joint broadcast with both Jam FM’s very own Kayleigh hosting the parallel broadcast alongside BBC Radio Norfolk’s breakfast host Nick Conrad.

The two intrepid reporters visited and took part in abseiling, zip line and go karts before stopping

off at the 60s sub camp to have breakfast with 1st Purley and Pangbourne Scouts, South Walsham Guides and international Scouts from Estonia.

The breakfast show ended with a youth debate.

Of the experience, Kayleigh said: “It’s really nice to be able to show my work colleagues a sneak peek of what we get up to here at NORJAM 2018.

They left site wearing their neckers with pride and it has been a really enjoyable morning and a landmark moment for Jam FM”.

Kayleigh is the breakfast travel presenter for BBC Radio Norfolk.

Your chance to win...

Here’s another chance to win an exclusive NORJAM Media teddy bear. To enter, all you have to do is visit the Media Centre, just behind the Main Arena.

Simply fill in an entry form, and guess where our photo has been taken.

Congratulations to Dilan on the 50s sub camp, who located the tub of flowers

underneath the market place cross.

Entries must be in by 2pm each day to be in with a chance to win - Good Luck!

taking approximately 45 minutes to make.

This not only provides a source of income but also teaches them a range of transferrable skills.

Mercy Scouts International have a stall in the marketplace next to the Internet Cafe, so head over if you want to hear more about how you can help to make a difference.

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Activities crew give you things to do

by Bradley Hirons Each day, we at The Norticle, like to give you some insight into how each and every Staff department helps to make NORJAM 2018 run smoothly.

Today we caught up with one of youngest Activities Team Members.

As we interviewed young people out on the Momentum Activity Field, we grabbed Emily, 16, for a quick chat in between helping young people off of the Ninja Warrior course.

What made you want to become a staff member at NORJAM 2018?

I attended Kent International Jamboree as participant in 2013

50s

by Megan Mitchell & Libby Edwards

AM: Bounce and Rebound PM: Craft Warehouse

The 50s had a very successful Cubs and Brownie day with a range of craft activities for the young people to participate in.

The sub camp offered the chance to decorate boomerangs, make badges, keyrings and also the chance to make their own juggling balls/stress balls.

However, that wasn’t all they also could participate in, using the hula hoops, spud guns and have a go at our tin can alley.

They all seemed very excited and were all very happy with their souvenirs to take home and to remind them of their fun memories made in the

50s sub camp.

The volleyball has commenced with our first game being very close, with the winning point being scored in the last six seconds!

It was so nice to see how serious the two groups were taking the game and seeing the competitive side of both teams.

This is Matthew from 3rd Holbeach Town. He helped out everyone in the 50s sub camp by holding our 50s sub camp frame for all the other participants and we would like to thank him.

What some of our 50s contingents are looking forward to: Deeping Explorers: “We are looking forward to going to Colchester Zoo.” Conna from

and I really wanted to see what the staff side of an international jamboree was like.

Why did you choose the activities team in particular?

I like being involved in lots of different things and being on my feet and quite enjoy activity events.

What’s the best thing about your job role?

Meeting and engaging with the participants is definitely by favourite part and helping out the young people when they need it.

How many NORJAMs have you attended?

This is my first NORJAM and I am enjoying. I would most

Colchester Air Scouts: “I’m looking forward to meeting new people.”

Jacob, from Bury Manchester: “I’m looking forward to going to Pleasurewood Hills” Happy Birthday to Rhiannon from 1st Waltham Abbey Guides who turns 18 today. We hope you have an enjoyable birthday with your friends.

likely come back.

If you were not a member of the activities team member, what team would you like to work on?

Maybe the Bounce team, it seems like it would be extremely enjoyable.

What is your favourite moment of NORJAM 2018 so far?

Everyone getting together for the Welcome Party was amazing, and enjoying the music afterwards.

Finally, what makes NORJAM special for you?

Being independent but also helping others. I have loved seeing the entire event unfold from a different perspective.

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40s

by Annie, Jaz and Hannah

AM: Craft Warehouse PM: Adventure Fields

Another great day was had at the 40s sub camp yesterday, we witnessed circus skills any clown would be envious of.

We’re starting to get to know you all on the sub camp now, through our activities in the activities tent or through our evening entertainment. Thank you to everyone that came to our ‘sing along’ on Monday night, the enthusiasm and charisma you showed really made the evening. The open mic songs including Marylin Monroe and the Norwegian version of The Button Factory which were enjoyed all round.

Today we went

90s

by Steve Croxall and Natalie Gibbings

AM: Circus Show PM: i.Circus

Pyxis Explorers believe they may have the youngest person on site, baby Nancy was born on 20th May, just a few weeks before NORJAM 2018 started. Parents (and Leaders) Tom and Helen explained that

and had a chat with our international contingents from Germany and Norway to find out a little about how they’re getting on at NORJAM. Both groups are enjoying their time and we even got told that the weather is warm here by one of the Norwegian Scouts!

One of the German contingents said that their camps are very similar to NORJAM. He noticed two main differences; we have cold lunches while

they have cooked lunches and that we use mostly Nylon tents and they use almost entirely canvas tents. Following this, we got to have a look at their iconic black tent which gets used

by Swedes, Austrians and Germans. It has a hole in the roof for the fire and enough room for a group to sleep around in the warmth.

We’re all excited for tonight’s street party; we all have our costumes ready and hope you do too, see

they booked before they knew she was coming, so thought why not? So here she is, enjoying the fun with all of us between naps. We hope Nancy returns for many more NORJAMs in the future!

The question is- Are there any younger people on site? Come and let us at 90s office or Pyxis know!

Each contingent on the 90s has been given a Tamagotchi to look after to bring this craze from the 90s back to the present!

There’s been mixed success across the sub camp with Hannah,11, from 1st Drayton Scout Group proudly telling me about their charge,

‘Tom aka Drayton the 1st’, she says “It’s awesome and like the app on her phone!”

Meanwhile Eva, 12, from 1st Alpington Guides told us about ‘Joy the 4th’ and her adventures at Colchester Zoo, going on all the slides and meeting the animals!

Eva said she’s “really

enjoying it, it’s a lot of responsibility looking after it but so much fun.”

However Northern Norwich Explorers have had limited success being on their second Tamagotchi after there was an ‘accident’ with the batteries. Keep up the good work everyone.

Goooooood morning 70’s! Last night marks the second heat of our human Hungry Hippos competition.

So far we’ve had Hertford Explorers and 1st Harleston Team 2 go through to the final on Thursday.

Congratulations guys!

Leaders being Leaders, were especially competitive and we have even opened up a adults competition too. Everyone loved watching them compete, and we will admit, they weren’t as good as the Scouts and Guides! Well done Castle Hill Cobras and 1st Buxton Lamas, adult teams for making it through to the final. Be sure to come along and watch our Hungry

by Gail Robinson and Eilish Brogan Sub camp staff found themselves at loose ends yesterday as all the contingents made their way off site to a variety of locations. We all enjoyed the time off, as much as we love having you!

Today everyone will remain on site to enjoy the Adventure Fields, Fairground and Boardwalk Arcade.

This evening everyone will have a chance to play some ‘penny games’ on the sub camp.

All the money raised will be going to your chosen charity. Have you made your vote as to which charity you would like the money to go to yet?

Hippos heats final on Thursday evening.

At lunch yesterday, Lola from 5th Thundersley Scouts performed sign language to the song ‘A Million Dreams’ from the film The Greatest Showman for the Jam FM team and it was amazing to watch! She said her inspiration to learn sign language came from her deaf friend, who helped her learn. The song she performed, she learnt through YouTube and it took her 2-3 days.

Impressive right?

Congratulations and well done to Lola who is through to the final of NORJAM’s Got Talent!

Fun fact of the day – a deer was spotted running across site yesterday afternoon, how it got in we will

never know. We just hope it remembered to sign out through security!

We’re half way through the week now and still having a blast.

We’ve set up a new challenge:Contingents and Leaders have been creating pet rocks, a classic 70s trend, and hiding them around the whole of NORJAM. If you find a pet rock, bring it back to our sub camp office and we will give you a prize!

Have a good day and keep on grooving to the beat!

Details of how to vote are in the sub camp reception.

Everyone from the 80s are encouraged to come along to the Main Stage tonight to support all the participants who are taking part in NORJAMs Got Talent – you’re all doing a brilliant job.

Do you have any awards/presentations happening this week?

Pop into the sub camp office and let us know!

Credit must also be given to the sub camp staff that have been taking on the continuous task of check the local toilets - well done Estelle and Eilish!

Don’t forget there are many activities available to play at our sub camp hub, such as giant Pacman, key ring making, giant battleships, balloon cars, giant Tetris, giant kerplunk, giant Rubik’s cube and decorate

AM: Broadwalk Arcade & Fairground PM: Bounce and Rebound

80s

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70s

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60s

Around the world

Break Out

by Joshua Windsor

On the 60s sub camp we are really lucky to have some international contingents camping with us.

Who has travelled the furthest away to NORJAM 2018?

Estonia!

In 1912 the first Scout unit was founded in Estonia by ‘Anton Ounapuud’.

During this week the Estonian Scout Group have come as a selection of Scouts from two different groups.

This is their first time here at NORJAM and the young people decided that this was the most appropriate and suitable first ever international jamboree to be apart off.

Jaan – the Scout Leader with the ‘Tormilind’ Group said “This is the young people’s first ever time visiting the UK.

On the first day they visited some attractions in London and they were all thrilled and excited.

They got to experience a different style of life.”

Merili 10, explained that “Our food culture is really different

to the UK and is appealing, it’s hard to get used too. We will be back!”

On the 60s sub camp we are also joined by an even further afield Scout group.

‘Misr Baladna Scout Group’ who are based

in Giza, where they are lucky to have a pyramid window view.

“Wish I could wake up to that scenery” Josh, 60s.

They are Sea Scouts, where most of their activities take place on the River Nile.

They have been

established since 1979.

The Egyptian Scout group is very lucky as they have lots of support and donations from their Government and their official Scouting body.

Marwan 14, explained how NORJAM has “Given me whole new experiences, celebrating new friendships.”

On the 60s there has been friendly football competition.

David and Callum, Explorers from Fressingfield Scout Group have announced that they are continuing their international football match against the Egyptian Scouts.

It has taken place every night from 8pm located just outside the NORJAMs Got Talent tent .

All supporters are welcome to show their friendly support.