JOTA

In 1957 the first Jamboree On The Air was convened.

This year will be the 61st Jamboree On The Air (JOTA), held in over 150 countries world wide.

Over the weekend 19th to 21st October 2018, guides and scouts around the world use the various frequencies allocated to amateur radio operators, to exchange greetings and learn about each other. An international competition is held each year to design a JOTA blanket badge, which is available to all youth members participating in JOTA.

A Jamboree On The Air station, call sign VK2LE, will be operated by members of The St George Amateur Radio Society, at Bonna Point Reserve as part of the Endeavour Boree Regatta.

The follow JOTA activities will be available over the weekend;

• On Air - an opportunity to communicate with other youth members either locally, within Australia orf internationally. For guide or scout groups, all ages.
• Fox Hunt - an opportunity to HUNT for the hiding place of a radio transmitter (the fox) using radio direction finding equipment. For guide or scout groups, all ages.
• Radio Station Setup - An opportunity to learn about how to setup and operate a radio station, with the assistance of a qualified radio operator. For individual guide or scout youth members, aged 10 years and over.

In addition to the international JOTA badge, youth members 10 years or older, also have an opportunity to earn ether a guide challenge or scout proficiency badge. Some work prior to attending JOTA is required.

The JOTA activities will operate from 10.30 AM Saturday to 2.00 PM Sunday. Leaders should select and book a suitable 30 minute activity time slot, with the Boree Registrar from Friday afternoon. Please refer to the Boree Regatta Booklet for more details.

Complete JOTA information including the JOTA Handbook for leaders and work sheets for challenge and proficiency badges can be found at www.jota.sgars.org

Follow the Endeavour Boree Regatta link on the top menu.

Or email Paul Howarth (JOTA coordinator)

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