What is JOTA-JOTI?
Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) & Jamboree on the Internet (JOTI)
Scout Adventure Guide
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.”
Introducing JamPuz
JamPuz = Jamboree Puzzle
Every Scout group at JOTA-JOTI receives a unique code (e.g., IRL-123-A).
Your goal is to:
• Meet Scouts from around the world
• Ask for their JamPuz code
• Record it in your JamPuz passport
• Try to collect as many different ones as you can!
Optional: Share your group’s code with others too!
You can download the JamPuz tracker at: https://www.jotajoti.info
Activities to Try
Here are some typical JOTA-JOTI activities you can take part in:
• Radio Communication: Speak over amateur radio to Scouts far away (with a licensed operator)
• JOTI Chat: Use the safe chat system to message Scouts from around the world
• Global Challenge Zones: Take part in online learning, team activities, and creativity challenges
• JamPuz Code Hunt: Collect and trade codes, unlock puzzles and digital badges
• Games & Live Shows: Join in Minecraft servers, quizzes, livestreams, and fun challenges
• Digital Postcards or Campfire Stories: Create content to share what Scouting is like in your part of the world
Online Safety and Behaviour
Remember, this is a Scout event. That means we act with respect, kindness, and care, whether on the radio or online.
• DO NOT share your last name, address, school, or phone number
• Use your first name only and country or group name
• Always be polite and positive
• If you feel uncomfortable, talk to your Scouter or a trusted adult
• The world is watching show them what Scouts are all about!
JOTA-JOTI Scout Challenge
Challenge yourself to complete 5 goals:
• Talk to a Scout from another continent
• Collect 5 or more JamPuz codes
• Learn how to say “hello” in 3 different languages
• Complete at least 1 Learning Zone activity
• Share your JOTA-JOTI experience with your troop or family
Pro-Tips for a Great Experience
• Ask great questions! (e.g., "What’s your troop like?" or "What do you do for fun in Scouts?")
• Be open-minded and curious about other cultures
• Take screenshots or notes of cool conversations (with permission)
• Reflect on what you learn it might even count toward a badge!
After JOTA-JOTI
• Share your experience at your next troop meeting
• Add JOTA-JOTI to your logbook
• Reflect on how Scouting connects us all
• Consider getting involved in amateur radio or digital Scouting skills!
Remember
By joining JOTA-JOTI, you’re not just chatting online
• You’re representing your country,
• Living your Scout Promise, and
• Being part of something bigger than yourself.
