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Jamboree on the Air/Internet 2022 is Next Week!

Jamboree on the Air/Jamboree on the Internet is the world’s largest digital Scout event taking place online and over the air. The educational event brings together more than 2 million Scouts every year in October for a weekend of Scouting and friendship. Young people can learn about communications technology and connect with fellow Scouts from over 172 countries.

In 2022, JOTA-JOTI takes place from 14 to 16 October. The dynamic program comprised a variety of non-formal education activities, including webinars, global campfires, talent shows, live shows, fun challenges and more through an interactive 3D campsite. JOTA-JOTI aims to support young people of all ages to learn about communications technology, the values of global citizenship, and their role in creating a better world.

Register your event today on the JOTAJOTI website:!

Check out this JOTA-JOTI Ham Radio Handbook.

Also review all the resources available on our website for a successful JOTA event!

Jamboree On The Air / Jamboree On The Internet 2022 Patch Released!

JOTA/JOTI 2022, the world’s largest digital and radio Scout event promoting friendship and global citizenship, is coming up from 14th to the 16th October 2022. The patch is out and the supply SKU# is 657004 Emb JOTA/JOTI 2022.

Check out our guides for planning your successful JOTA event and of course the ever popular countdown planner.

#hamvention time!

Come visit the booth and let’s talk about your radio scouting adventures!  Booth 2205 #hamvention

Radio Merit Badge Numbers 2021

The Radio Merit Badge numbers have been posted for 2021. With declining membership along with a pandemic, the numbers hit 3,550 in 2020 but showed an encouraging rebound in 2021 to 4,439.

Here’s the full chart beginning in 1950. Click on the image for a larger version.