VOLUME 1 ISSUE 4
ASEAN JAM DAILY
DEC 1 2017 TAGUM CITY PHILIPPINES
T H E O F F I C I A L D A I LY N E W S L E T T E R O F T H E 6 T H A S E A N S C O U T J A M B O R E E
TRAIN ‘EM YOUNG. Scouts eagerly participate in one of the module activities of the ASEAN Jamboree. Leo Timogan
CHANGE AGENTS PH Chief Scout bats for change in message to ASEAN Jambo delegates LOUIE BRYAN M. LAPAT Senior Correspondent
Philippine President and Chief Scout Rodrigo Roa Duterte
TAGUM CITY—Philippine President Rodrigo Roa Duterte counts on the Boy Scouts from all countries to utilize scouting to push for meaningful change in their respective communities in his special message sent to all the delegate scouts gathered here for the 6th ASEAN Scout Jamboree. “This gathering ensures that young scouts around the world are given proper guidance in becoming agents of change in their communities,” the chief executive said. Duterte, who is the Chief Scout of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines, said that the 6th ASEAN Scout Jamboree being organized by the ASEAN Scout Association for Regional Cooperation (ASARC) and the
Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) National Office and BSP Tagum City Council is “also a perfect venue for members to build and strengthen the camaraderie among their peers.” “To the participants, take to heart the lessons that you will learn from this convention. Let these ideals guide you in your everyday lives.” The Chief Scout stressed that Scouting activities like the Jamboree offer Scouts cognitive, technical and interpersonal skills development which will ensure that they will become responsible and productive citizens. He likewise challenged Scout leaders to continue in investing in the values formation of the youth “so that they may grow to be capable leaders of tomorrow.” The President was installed as Chief Scout of the BSP last April 3, 2017 in a fitting ceremony at Malacañan Palace, the official residence of the President of the
Philippines. During the ceremony, the Chief Scout acknowledged the role of Scouting in nationbuilding. “We, in government, see the formation of the Filipino youth as a vital in nation-building. What becomes of today’s youth will determine what becomes of our country in the future.” “This movement is crucial in today’s times. Corruption, illegal drugs, and criminality continue to destroy the foundations of our country. With the BSP’s help, the scouting movement can be harnessed as a powerful instrument to fight these evils through character formation,” he added. “With you by my side, I am confident that BSP and all its scouts shall remain our partners for change. Together, we passionately serve the Filipino people with the highest ethical and moral standards,” he ended.
Can’t wait, tells Kuwait
Kuwaiti scout leaders get a taste of Filipino hospitality, making them want to come back soon ROY BANIAS Correspondent
#Fantastic. #TheBest. That is how Anas Khalousi, a scout leader from Kuwait, can describe the 6th Asean Scout Jamboree, underscoring that it is the Filipino hospitality and the excellent event preparation and systematic setup of Asia’s biggest scouting conclave that made him want to come back here in the Philippines to join another scouting event. “Really, you are ready to host this event,” said Abdhulrhman Nassar, another Kuwaiti scout leader. “All things here are amazing. It’s clean and a huge work,” he further quipped. While Nassar continued to applaud the line-up of activities that complete the excitement in this international gathering, Alaa Barakak, on the other hand, praised the ways Filipinos, especially Tagumenyos, accommodate them. “We seem to be popular here,” he jested. “It’s very interesting. They want to introduce themselves and meet new people, and they take a lot of selfies. Well, this is scouting actually, to meet new people and make new
memories,” shared Barakak. When asked if they found difficulties in their stay here in Tagum City due to cultural differences, Khalousi quickly replied “none at all.” He appreciated how the people behind the event ensured that their cultural beliefs and practices are minded and respected. “At first, we were scared that we can’t find Halal food in here,” Alaa Alazami, another Kuwaiti scout, admitted. “But as we arrived, we were surprised to see that there are indeed Halal foods. This shows that they are ready for all cultures,” he expressed. The four of them gave pieces of advice to the young scouts who travelled near and far just to take part in the 6th Asean Scout Jamboree. “Stay in the scouting movement for all of your life,” said Khalousi. “This will build your characters to become better leaders of the communities.” Nassar added by saying “enjoy the moment; things are best learned when you are enjoying.”
Scouts told to find inner peace SARAH ELLA MARIE MATUGUINA Correspondent
Aside from the rigorous and physically taxing modules prepared for the delegates of the 6th ASEAN Scout Jamboree, the scouts are also given the time to reflect and channel their inner peace as part of the goals for the ASEAN Better World Village Module held on the 4th duration of the largest scouting conclave on Nov. 30 at the city’s University of Southeastern Philippines (USEP). Through this, the scouts are able to express their insights regarding the relevant issues within their locality and how these issues can be addressed through the spirit of brotherly cooperation amidst cultural diversity. According to the ASEAN guidebook, the ASEAN Better
World Village, the 7th module, aims to inculcate awareness on the many unaddressed issues among their neighboring Southeast Asian countries as well as within their country through the help of the resources organized by the World Scout Environment Programme. Through this module, the participants are also made aware of the advocacies of the Youth and United Nations Global Alliance (YUNGA). Moreover, this gives the scouts ample time and opportunity to commune and be one with nature aligned with the Scouts Go Solar (SGS). They will be able to interact with each other and exchange ideologies in groups of 8 (or depending on the requirements of the activity) which helps build
friendships between the nations’ future leaders. Even the mayor of the host city, Mayor Allan Lopez Rellon, emphasizes that scouting has been an essential part of the process of shaping him and his philosophies to make him the leader he is today. This goes to show that engaging into the world of jamborees filled with various explorations and discoveries do not just build friendships between varying characters ; it does not just present opportunities for economic integration, it is also a way of teaching the scouts that awareness of the issues that each country faces is a significant part of training to be productive youths. After all, success does not only come with skills but with the desire to know in order to fight ignorance and naivety.
Thanks to Facebook, China is here JESHUA DREX RAFOLS Correspondent
Pointed out as the biggest scouting event in the entire Asia, the Philippines’ hosting of the 6th ASEAN Scout Jamboree truly sets the standards in all aspects of holding grand events such as this, thereby becoming an epitome for future hosts of Scout Jamborees. Impressed by the successful holding of the Jamboree, Chinese scout leaders came to Tagum City on the fourth day of the camp’s operation to experience for themselves the adventure of a lifetime. Assistant Chief Commissioner Chen Yu and Tenth Group Scoutmaster Huang Chan Hong from the Pathfinder & Rover Explorer Scouts Association of the People’s Republic of China, were delighted to be part of the Jamboree, mainly to benchmark how to organize a big scouting event such as this. They said that they had learned of the 6th ASEAN Scout Jamboree and its whereabouts through facebook – thanks to the comprehensive information dissemination by our Multimedia Correspondents Team. The Chinese Rover Scouts commended the tight security forces that guarded the Jamboree venue, happy to say that they felt safe to be staying at the camp. They were also very appreciative of the warm smiles and greetings that welcomed them upon their arrival at the Camp Site. Despite their organization still being in its infant stage, joining Scout Jamborees outside their country had been frequent for them, as they had attended scouting events in Malaysia, Singapore, and Macau. Of all the international Scout Jamborees they had joined in, the 6th ASEAN Scout Jamboree in the Philippines is yet the biggest they had ever regarded. Challenged by the outstanding hosting of Tagum City, they aim to organize Scout Jamborees of their own, as topnotch as the sixth edition of the ASEAN Jamboree. The Chinese Scout Executives also came to attend the Wood Badge Reunion. They will stay onsite until the end of the Jamboree on December 2, 2017.
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OLIVER’S TWIST: A Blessing in this Guy JEZZA MEH N. MAGHAMIL Correspondent
When everyone’s shoes have been cloth with the unfriendly mud during the grand parade, his were safe for they were elevated inches away from the ground. It was made possible through the backs who have carried him closer to his dream and the feet who have lifted his spirit to be one in scouting. Out of the thousand brave, strong and snappy scouts all over the country and the contingents from the international delegation, one face has gained the respect and admiration of the rest of the attendees to the 6th ASEAN Scout Jamboree. Oliver Fuerzas is a 15 - year old scout who has caught the attention of the people because of his special condition. He is a grade 7 student at Partido Agro Industrial National High School in Tigaon, Camarines Sur. The locals in their town have known him not because of his disability but because of his amazing determination to go on with his life no matter how difficult the situation is to him and to his family.
Everyday seems to be a struggle to the people who have seen how Oliver managed to go to school. But to him, everyday is an opportunity to let the world see how valiant he can still become. According to Oliver, it was his mother who fetches and ferries him everyday in school. He has been independent in the sense that he does not need anyone all the time to carry him as he enter the classroom and even climbing up to his seat. His teacher would also attest to the willpower of Oliver in finishing his study as what was said by Sir Edsel Dominic S. Hallare, one of his teachers, that he does not even bother his classmate to put up to him all the time especially if the tasks are just manageable. SUBJECT OF COMPASSION Oliver has opened an opportunity for the people around him to encourage the essence of open-handedness. The principal in his school has actually persuaded him to be active in scouting. During their backyard camping, his fellow scouts has seen him with great potential that made them think of letting him join to the different scouting events in their province. But they are always confronted with a certain issue that seemed to be impossible to solve---financial stress. God has been good for blessings poured-out to support him in this endeavour. His teachers pledge to sponsor his Boy Scout uniform. In fact, it was not given to him all at once by one person because each of his teachers pay for the polo, the short, the belt and
Panorama of Scouts’ unwavering spirit
GERARD RICK JARDIN Correspondent
Rizal and Visayan Central Elementary School and Tagum City National Trade School as an enigma, awakening the scouting in the city. Painted by local artists from the city, as said by Engr. Edquila, these murals showcase not just scouting but also the artistry of the local painters which conspired for the cause. The air was filled with excitement and delight when
the contingents witnessed the picturesque paintings reminding them of their common experiences and hallmarks as scouts and as a family. Every image shouted the message of how marvelous scouting is. Roaming around the jamboree site was Jarmaine Desauito, a scout from South Cotabato who appreciated the mural for it reflects the scouts’ distinct characters in
MORAL IN MURALS. The concrete fences of Energy Park, the Davao Regional Medical Center and some schools in Tagum City are adorned with paintings that depict the values and character every scout should possess.
SUBJECT OF ENDOWMENT One’s lack of ability to perform what is expected of a man to give does not mean he has superseded his purpose of existence. Oliver was actually a recipient of the Most Amazing Scout in Camarines Sur because of the achievements he has shown during their Leadership training last July. This was given after he has performed the entire knot tying activity during the encampment. He had also helped in putting up a bamboo tripod, where the utensils are being placed, in their camp. Aside from that, he is also an artist. In fact, he is known in his school as talented in visual arts. SUBJECT OF EMPATHY
SUBJECT OF INDEPENDENCE
Marked by swift edges of brushes. Sparked by vibrant colors and drawn to capture the undertakings. Scouting has ignited in the deep veins of the hearts of every scouts, aesthetically carved as a memoir. Worth to be remembered. On every wall that mirrors the souls of the artists, murals are painted to serve as an artistic manifestation of the essence of scouting as an endeavor and life. Each stroke is a clear manifestation of beauty and how scouting truly changed everyone’s outlook and living. “The significance of these murals is to commend that scouting is not just an event but a life itself,” said Engineer Leodel A. Edquila, the Epark Supervisor. Indeed, Scouting is life, as what they say and a lot have dedicated their lives to scouting. Moreover, Edquila is esteemed to present the paintings on the immense walls of public schools and national agency such as Davao Regional Medical Center, Magugpo Pilot Central, Magugpo Pilot Imelda,
some other things needed for his uniform to be completed. The personnel from their council and their outfit advisors also gave subsidy for his fare and some other expenses needed for the weeklong encampment.
general. Futhermore, he was happy knowing that the city values scouting to the point of painting murals to honor scouting. These paintings on the walls reflect the scouts and scouting as a one- of- a- kind occasion to foster strong ties, bond and camaraderie among people linked with diversity of cultural backgrounds and beliefs.
Oliver will not be able to make it here without the help of the man he considered as his saviour, the man who is willing to carry life’s sweet burden. Elmer Argones, a grade 12 student and Oliver’s senior in their group, was the one responsible in taking care of him from their 3-day trip on the way to Tagum City up to the different venues they had to attend for the jamboree. He had carried Oliver during the grand parade despite the terrible weather condition and the struggles he had experienced. He said that he willingly offered himself to be of help to Oliver because he was inspired by his dedication to join Boy Scout. He added that he wanted to help him in any way he can and hoped for someone to give Oliver a wheelchair to make life easy for him. Life has given Oliver an exciting twist towards the end of the year--- a twist that has astonished the international arena of scouting and a bend that has unfasten the condemnatory minds of the people who cannot tolerate peculiarity.
Bamboo, stressed as envifriendly SARAH ELLA MARIE MATUGUINA Correspondent
Tagum City — To address global issues that our planet faced today, the ASEAN Scout Jamboree imparted awareness to the scouts in a way to improve the quality of life in the community, sustainable livelihood, healthier population, and clean environment by introducing Bamboo plant as substitute to other natural resources in Module 10- the Global Development Village (GDV) . In an interview with module head of GDV, Dr. Mario S. Gregorio that Bamboo plant has more capacity than tree to absorb carbon dioxide and also produces more oxygen than a normal tree. “We wanted the scouts to realize the big help of this plant in contributing a lot to us in terms of facing climate change through this,” he said. In addition, the activity seeks to motivate young people to take appropriate actions with module’s four bases: (1) Help Save the World with Bamboo; (2) Gallery Exhibit; (3) Bamboo Planting; and (4) Engineered Bamboo Processing. In line with this, the Gallery Exhibit showcases furniture, handicrafts and artworks that are made from Bamboo plant but with the addition of recyclable materials and were donated by the Provincial Office of the Department of Trade and Industry, Panabo City, Davao Penal Colony, and the Drafting and Visual Graphics
students of Tagum National Trade School (TNTS). Meanwhile, the Bamboo Planting in which in every patrol, they are provided with a single bamboo seedling and also a small bundle of bamboo sticks to be formed into a tree guard to secure the plants that were planted at the back of the Woodworking and Electronics Building of TNTS. The Engineered Bamboo Processing showcased the scouts on how the cutting, splitting, cleaning, and plaining of bamboo plant is being done before it was processed into a finished product. According to Felipe Epe,base facilitator of Bamboo Processing, “The engineered bamboo can really help the scouts to learn in terms of substituting bamboo to use instead of lumber for construction due to its quick production. It can also help the local entrepreneurs to have profit out from their processed made products like handicrafts and furniture.” Moreover, the GDV aimed every participating scout to have better understanding in facing global issues, to discover how they can help make a difference in tackling these issues, and to learn concrete techniques they can use to their own communities. “I and my co-scouts are happy and well-knowledgeable from all the stations we’ve tried in this module. We’re delighted to go back in our home and share our learnings today to each of our community,” said by a senior scout from Negros Oriental, Kevin Jay Pis-an.
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Connecting through Art JET LEMUEL M. SALAZAR Correspondent
Who said people could only connect through verbal communication? Actions, not words were used by the South Koreans to further the already strong connection Filipinos had to their culture. May it be singing or dancing, the eyes of the viewers were glued to the amazing display of talent by the foreigners. The locals’ knowledge of Korean culture stretched to more than
just the “Oppas”, K-Dramas and K-Pops. They were able to see the unity, seriousness and smiles that represent the people of the East Asian country. The art of their culture was an interesting history lesson Filipinos loved to hear and see first-hand. The Cultural Exchange event served as the bridge to allow the connection of the two nations to broaden. Koreans were not just there to show their culture, they also
learned Filipino culture and vice versa. The Philippines also had representatives. These performers came from the award-winning schools of Tagum City National High School, La Filipina National High School and Tagum City National Comprehensive High School. They were also able to awe the crowd with their talents. The show given by the
representatives of both countries and the further knowledge they received from the event proved there was more to communicating than talking. Action works just as effectively as verbally communicating. “Language was a hindrance at first, but with our performance we are able to connect to a higher degree. We were able to connect to the Filipinos from the heart. “ Song Ju Hwan, a volunteer from the International
Youth Fellowship said. He also noted that he has learned to embrace the Filipino culture after his initial culture shock from observing locals. People can connect in many ways. Language barriers are not a hindrance to establish relationships and friendships with each other. There will always be a means to connect. For the Koreans and Filipinos, it is the connection through their cultural arts.
Scouting Oxymora beneath the ToastyWeather GENIE BELLE R. ATACADOR & REYNA GRACE A. TAGALICOD Correspondent
DIVERSELY UNIFORMED Ecstatic boys in different colours overwhelmed the 25-hectare nirvana which contained all the joy and infinity of energy among stout scouts. However, displayed on the 3rd day was a singular color of recreation. Everyone was covered with the color of their own complexion per se—brownish which resembles the Filipino skin. Being all naturally born in Asia, the color of the ground seemed to sew them the shade of uniform customarily assigned for them at that very day. DISTANTLY IDENTICAL International scouts crack individuality and let themselves explore and enjoy the positive approach of Philippine culture as they embrace the native sports games of the country that hosted the event they took a part of. Despite the welcome of the sizzling touch of heat, the foreign scouts replied to the weather with their vivid bright smiles as they tried Pinoy’s best native games like Bakya Relay, Duo Bakya, Tulaytulay, Hilaang Lahi, Tiyakad, Patintero, Luksong Tinik, and many more. In their fresh attempt to these games, they describe it as close to their national games as well. Indonesians commented that most likely similar to theirs were the games related to the tribal and national slipper of the Philippines which is the “bakya”. Notwithstanding
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their familiarity with the Philippine-styled game, it is still distinguishable on its own for as they open themselves to this culture, they have crafted a foreign style of fun that would paint an everlasting picture in their hearts and mind.
one question from the interview guide. The scout even told her to just leave him after her giving of instructions and gave her the credits for his freshly acquired knowledge. Truly, a scout is genuinely thoughtful.
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Hearing the music of the powwows which intent is for game plan, and witnessing the extreme facial reactions of the scouts as they execute their game play are fancy in the open senses. Thus, composing the thorough voice of the contingents is the throbbing of their hearts and the rush of adrenaline which silently but boldly enlivens the craving of the child within them as they conquer each challenge using their full potential.
“It’s all about knowing oneself culture that makes us bind with other nations,” thus said by Reggie H. Nunez, facilitator of Module 8: Nature Games and Sports Festival. Do you still know the games Patintero, Luksong Tinik,Bakya Relat and Tiyakad? You would be lucky to still recognize the Filipino’s best interactive games. Because the ever geeked scouts in Day three have to stroll all the way to the swampy grounds which perfectly swathe their legs with oozy sloppy dirt-like socks just to expose themselves to these sports fun games. Exactly ten out of ten Filipino Scouts do not know all of the games prepared to complete the set of the module. Elizabeth Lindo and Maria Alaba, both facilitators of the module, stated that it is of great pleasure that they imparted their culture to other nationalities and as well as to some of the Filipino Scouts who can’t completely recognize some of the games they handled. They mentioned that they were glad that they have rekindled the full identity of Filipino culture through scouting.
BOUNDED BY NO MARGIN “Thank you ma’am, I can now get through this,” a Malaysian scout quipped. Language became quite a barrier during the conduct of games; scouts of different nationalities battled hardly for them to follow instructions and execute the games accordingly. In addition, being alienated means you have the mission to outdo curiosity. “A Malaysian scout approached and asked me regarding the instructions on how to use the Tiyakad. I humbly responded and told him so,” Liza R. Ortega, one of the facilitators, replied in
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THE GAMES THAT BIND. Scouts, both foreign and local, learn a parcel of the Filipino culture by playing native games which also rekindled their camarederie with fellow scouts.
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Food available at Jambo Market undergoes quality check EDWIN OSCAR GUTIERREZ, JR. Correspondent
Camp authorities reassures that the 30, 000 delegates of the ASEAN Jamboree can find affordable and quality food in the camp and the city. According to Food Security Committee head Grace Terante, measures were put in place to ensure that the scouts can easily find safe food, not only in the camp, but in Tagum City as well. “We have sanitary inspectors regularly monitoring the concession stands in the Jambo Market,” Terante assures. According to Terante, aside from the usual business permits,
stall attendants are required to wear hairnet, gloves, and even face masks, to minimize contamination of the food, with health inspectors looking over each stall daily. “Our priority is our customers’ health,” guaranteed Neil Francis Aparejo, chef and owner of Wingmasters, one of the stands that serves meals in the Market. According to Aparejo, their meats are immediately chilled upon delivery, then kept in sealed food containers when brought to the camp. “We make sure they (the food) are fresh,” said the stall owner.
Safety Check Terante explained that all food that comes in the camp are inspected at the gate by personnel from the Food Safety Committee, comprised by staff from the City Veterinarian’s and City Agriculturists’ Office. Acknowledging that some food servers in the market have already been reported not wearing the prescribed safety gear, Terante assures that measures have been made to address the situation. “We’re sending food inspectors again to check on them first thing in the morning.”
If concessionaires are caught in violation, they may face penalties from the city government, Terante said. “They will be asked to leave the camp,” said Terante, who is also in charge of the City’s Economic Enterprise Office, “We could also blacklist them from other city events.” For delegations who opt to buy their food from the local market, Terante advises that they coordinate with camp authorities to assist them in their purchasing at the Tagum City Public Market, whose vendors have been
reminded, through their various associations, to not only make sure that their produce are fresh, but affordable as well. “The delegations can coordinate with our people in the Food Safety Committee at the gate and tell them they’re going to the market,” explained Terante, “Then our people at the public market can meet up with them and accompany them while they buy their food.” As with the concessionaires, food brought by the delegates will also undergo inspection by the Food Committee, added Terante.
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What does it take to leave thousands of smiles in water adventure? CATHY JANE FLORIDA Correspondent
The temperature might be too hot for the scouts but the excitement brought by the waves of the Banana Beach gave no choice for them but to savour the moment of fun-filled aquatics and water fun. It was the last day of the modules yet scouts from the different regions of South East Asia gave life to the first module with the game called ‘moonwalk with a twist’ where scouts in groups are directed to be on the water and aimed to fill the pail through remains of sea water from their shirts, shoes and shorts. “I never imagined the game moonwsalk with a twist on water but as we’ve played the game, it was really great since we have to use our own techniques to pass
Scouts to exhibit skills today GENIE BELLE ATACADOR & ALPHA JANA CAPUYAN Correspondents
After the three day modular activities, day five of 6th ASEAN Scout Jamboree encloses one of the most anticipating event which is Trade Exhibition and competitions that will showcase the various skills of the scouts in the different fields of scouting. As a sign of brotherhood, a Trade Exhibition (Swap and Trade) will be done by both of the international and local scouts by swapping their memorabilia as a remembrance of the scouting event. Meanwhile, in the General Program of Activities, there will be an olympics for First aid and rescue to be joined by the national and international contingents. The other contests to be joined by the scouts, were the most awaited Fancy Drill, Skill-O-Rama, Scout Rally and Showando which is to be held in the afternoon part of the day. On the other hand, the ASEAN Scout’s Youth Forum will be conducted before the competitions to tackle about the present issues, peace and sustainable development through an action plan and discussion. For the last activity, Wood badge Leaders and Scout Leaders
will gather around the City Hall Atrium, Tagum City to have their Wood Badge Reunion and ASEAN Scout’s Youth Jam Concert with the Camp Chief. Moreover, in the last four
days of the jamboree, the scouts experienced the 10 challenging modules which is one of the highlights of this international jamboree joined by the almost 30,000 scouts.
it,” Vann Vincent Villanueva from Aklan Council said while remembering the experience. It is not all about joy and laughter but the learning that was earned by them ended the activity with enough skills and knowledge intended for the scouts. “Thankfully, because of this activity we have enjoyed our ASEAN experience,” Gamaliel Guillem Jr. from Bacolod said, “and we’ve gained knowledge on how to swim and how to save lives since it is part of the activity.” The heat from the sun or the coldness from the beach doesn’t really matter for the scouts. All they want is to learn, enjoy and cherish the memories made during the 6th ASEAN Scout Jamboree.
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IMPRESSIONS ON THE GROUND Mas maraming activities dito. Maganda ang activity sa Jungle mahirap siya tapos first time namin makakita ng ganon kagandang jungle at mga unggoy. Prior sa jungle trek may instructions kaya di nakakatakot ang mga monkeys.—Christian Sunio, Adult leader Isabela Council ASEAN Jamboree experience for me is great because I’ve meet new friends from another country, new culture from another country. I can taste the Filipino food. We are more than 20 country, more than 20 culture, different people, different language we can share each other all that we have with another country from ASEAN.—Calista Regina Nastiti, Indonesian delegate I think this Jamboree is the greatest Jamboree that I have joined before. I had joined Malaysia Jamboree before but its different. This experience is great, very enjoy so many Filipino people we meet also from South Korea, Brunei, Thailand. I think Filipino culture is almost the same with Indonesian culture not only that we have same faces.— Franciska Caroline Sugiyanto- Indonesian delegate Bilang isang adult leader ang pinaka talagang unforgettable experience is yung naka higa ka sa basa kasi gabi na kami dumating umuulan pa. Ang only area na nalagyan namin ng tent ay maputik at mabasa. Pero inexpalain ko sa kanila na natural lang yan sa scouting tini-test nito ang survival skills. Sabi ng mga adult scout namatanda na walang thrill ang scouting kung hindi uulan. First impression ko talaga na appreciate ko talaga yung lugar atmaraming puno at napakalapad in terms of security napakahigpit. 100% akong agree sa ganitong klaseng venue. Deserve na derve ang world scout jamboree kasi nga sa ganitong venue napakalapad at sa facilities ma cacater naman talaga.—Allen Lanza, Adult Leader, Iloilo Council So far hindi bago ang jamboree sa amin ang kaibahan nito ay maraming foreigners almost 30k ang sumali atnag enjoy kami sa pag eexchange ng karabao at neckerchiefs.— Mivhael Tabayo, Adult Leader, Tawi Tawi Contingent
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