The largest Scouting event in the world is just around the corner! Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) 2026 will take place from October 16–18, 2026.
Every third full weekend of October, millions of Scouts across the globe connect using amateur radio. For many young people, this event serves as their very first introduction to the excitement of wireless technology and the global amateur radio community.
How You Can Participate:
- Amateur Radio Operators (Hams): Reach out to local Scout units, offer to set up a station at a camporee, or invite a troop to your ham shack. Explore the JOTA Guidelines for Amateur Radio Operators to help optimize your setup.
- Scout Leaders: Connect with a local ham radio club to create a memorable hands-on experience for your youth. Review the JOTA Guidelines for Scout Leaders to seamlessly plan your weekend.
- Everyone: Official registration is officially open! Make sure to sign up and grab resources directly through the official JOTA-JOTI Web Platform.
Don’t forget to review our JOTA Station Planning tool and download the Radio Scouting Quick Reference Card to keep essential frequencies handy during the event. Let’s make this year’s theme—A Peaceful and Inclusive World—come to life across the airwaves! If you haven’t ordered your patches, be sure to check you local scout shop or the online shop here.
