Jambo Balita T H E O F F I C I A L N E W S L E T T E R O F T H E 1 6 T H N AT I O N A L S C O U T J A M B O R E E BOY SCOUTS OF THE PHILIPPINES
SECOND ISSUE
TAG U M C I T Y, P H I L I P P I N E S
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16th NSJ FORMALLY OPENED
Torrential rain fails to dump Scouts’ spirit Tagumpay Scouting Landmark unveiled
Philippine Vice President and BSP National President Jejomar C. Binay led in the unveiling of the Tagumpay Scouting Monument designed by famous Mindanao sculptor, Kublai Milan, together with Mayor Allan L. Rellon and other bigwigs of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines and the Girl Scouts of the Philippines Davao del Norte Council. The Dahon Monument which emphasizes the role of the Scouts as stewards and protector of the environment was erected
at Energy Park was officially unveiled as part of the activities during the kick-off of the 16th National Scout Jamboree on October 24, 2015. “The monument highlights the immeasurable contribution of the scouts towards nationbuilding which represents the pillars of their scout law: duty to others, to the country, and above all, duty to God,” the marker reads. (Belen Tado, Jambo Balita Correspondent)
DAHON. Boy Scouts gather near the
Tagumpay Scouting Landmark which was officially unveiled last night by Vice President and BSP National President Jejomar C. Binay. Leo Timogan/CIO Tagum
ENERGY PARK, TAGUM CITY—The heavy downpour of rain did not dampen the spirit of more than 20,000 scouts and scouters who braved the torrent of raind during yesterday’s Grand Opening Ceremonies of the 16th National Scout Jamboree here. Streams of smiles were flashed by Scouts and Scouters as they made their way to the Grand Arena as Scouts and Scout Leaders gave snappy salute to the Camp Chief and other bigwigs of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines prior to the opening of the country’s largest scouting conclave. Vice President and BSP National President Jejomar C. Binay praised the Boy Scouts for staying throughout the whole duration of the opening program. Yesterday’s opening program was a show of unity of Scouts, as well as a manifestation of the strength of the scouting movement here in the country. This year’s National Jamboree is anchored on the theme “Peace and Development through Scouting.” Among the VIPs who joined the scouts during the opening program are Sarangani Rep.Emmanuel Pacquiao and Regional Director J.
Rizal C. Pangilinan of the World Scout Bureau-Asia Pacific Region. Aside from Philippine Contingents, visiting delegations from Nepal, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea also joined this year’s Jamboree. Due to bad weather, the supposed skydive exhibition of the Philippine Army Parachute Team did not push through as planned but the crowd was treated to a sevenminute pyromusical fireworks display after the unveiling of the Tagumpay Scouting Landmark. Tagum City Mayor and 16th NSJ Camp Chief Allan L. Rellon said he shared the pride of Tagumenyos is hosting this event which only takes place once in every four years. “Tagum City accepted this challenge, without hesitation and ready as a Boy Scout,” Rellon said. The 16th National Scout Jamboree will run until October 30, 2015. (Louie Lapat/CIO Tagum)
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SCOUTS AS MESSENGERS
OF PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT
Scouts are the building blocks of our country that could withstand against the unassailable waves of challenges of our present and future. This Jamboree is their training ground. According to the World Organization of the Scout Movement, the Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) is the 3rd largest National Scout Organization (NSO) of the Asia Pacific Region (APR) after
Indonesia and India, with 10 scouting regions serving a total of 118 local scout councils nationwide. With this continuous growth of scouting movement, many youths of our nation have transpired to become good citizens. Scouting has always envisioned to develop morally straight, disciplined, concerned, selfreliant citizens in the best tradition of World Scouting. As the training ground of
the youth, it brings forth a solidarity of brotherhood that transcends outside the scouting movement instilling in the youth love of God, for the country and for his fellowmen. As the 16th National Scout Jamboree takes place it is a constant move to continually inspire the youth to be the hope of our Mother land and as long as the Scouts stand still, they will forever be messengers of peace and development.
Dahon:
A Masterpiece of Camaraderie and Brotherhood Upon entering the sprawling Energy Park, one striking element that captures the attention of Scouts and Scouters is the Dahon Monument. The monument, officially called the Tagumpay Scouting Landmark, was unveiled in a fitting ceremony yesterday by no less than Vice President Jejomar Binay.
Behind this imposing structure is a genius. Ray Mujahid Ponce Millan , also known as Kublai Millan is a proud Mindanaoan, a painter, art photographer, digital artist, and a sculptor. He generated his own portal to show his interpretation in regards with the essence of scouting through his newly-made “Dahon” monument at the Energy Park where the 16th National Scout Jamboree takes place from October 24-30, 2015. The “Dahon” dearly embodies the love of the scouts to the environment. Its three budding leaves meaningfully mimicking the scout sign that represents the pillar of the scouts’ law; duty to others, to the country, and above all, duty to God. The leaves also symbolize the scouts as protectors of environment. This monument was erected KUBLAI MILAN to highlight the immeasurable contribution of the scouting movement towards nation-building as well as the commitment of the city of tagum to train its youth to become productive citizens of the community. This monument also celebrates the uniqueness of Tagum City’s diversity as a springboard in fostering peace, unity, friendship and world brotherhood through scouting. Pulling back the scheming chain of his crafts, Kublai Millan’s artisitic hands were the ones behind the prominent landmarks in Tagum City. To name his masterpieces in the city; the enormous “Risen Christ” at the Christ the King Cathedral, sculptures in New City Hall of Tagum displaying different faces of the Lumads and figures that depict the city as the Music Capital of Mindanao and the “Bangka” situated in Bincungan, Tagum City. No need to find a genius to define his art. His craftsmanship truly describes his passion with his field into his own perspectives, his mind’s mechanical impulsion in appreciating things into a work of art. To mention, all his contribution to the city landmarks, displays his immeasurable artistry. The Dahon monument will be the latest trademark in Tagum City which serves as the living proof that the 16th National Scout Jamboree was once held in Tagum City. (Reyna Grace Tagalicod, Jambo Balita Correspondent)
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THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE 16TH NATIONAL SCOUT JAMBOREE October 25, 2015 | Tagum City
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Swap.
Get your smiles and hands ready for a one-stop meet and greet with the 15,000 scouts from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. Do not forget to extend your warmest “Hi” and “Hello” to your fellow scouts for it is a rare chance to be acquainted with the 0.015% of the country’s population gathered in the name of scouting.
Experience the joy of trading in the traditional swapping of scarves, pins, patches, t-shirt and even scout slides and woogles. Make sure that you will have with you items ready for swapping so that you will have something to leave to your new-found friends aside from good memories.
Help if you can. Do a good turn daily! Never hesitate
CAMPRock.
Get ready for a “rock’Nrollin” jamming for music will be everywhere in the camp. There will be activities for troops jamming hitting their local scout songs, talent show and cultural night which will highlight genuine musical endowment of the scouts. So, strum your guitar, hit your drum and let your voice be heard.
to offer some help to anyone you’ll meet. This is a good way to show that you have embodied the goal of scouting, to always remember to live by the scout law.
Be in High Spirits. Be sure that you’ll jump to great scouting adventures ready and energize for everyday will surely be a full-packed day with different activities. Thus, you are expected to be a peppy scout all the way.
KwentoKampo.
It is fine to keep your posts updated online but it will be more fine if “What’s on your mind?’’ stuff will be shared to thousands of scout you’ll be meeting around. Just like you, they are also eager to hear your interesting facts and stories about scouting. So get ready for a good and healthy chitchat with your fellow scouts.
Be Ready.
Even if the camping adventure is not in the woods, it is still expected that scouts will complete their A to Z Must-Have list during scouting. Scouts are famously known to be “Laging Handa”, so they should have packed everything they need in their bags, from tents to matches to paper clips and the like, for a worry-free adventure.
JAMBOHurray.
Get yourself ready for the loads of fun activities set for you at the camp which will inculcate the value of learning while enjoying. Try every activity that will make good use of your skills and will help you learn great deal on leadership. Have fun and end each day with a HURRAY!
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AMBOREE EXPERIENCE
A Piece of All Cultures.
The National Scout Jamboree will gather into one place thousands of different locals bringing a piece of their traditions and cultures. So if you are conscious about a thing in a certain province in the Philippines, try to befriend a scout from that area and start a worthwhile conversation.
Mother Tongue.
“Thank you!”, “Good Morning”, “My name is…” How do you say them in your dialect? An exchange of greetings using your mother tongue will really be fun. Do your very best to not end your National Scout Jamboree experience without learning simple words and phrases from various dialects in the country.
Create your own Story of Tagumpay. Your feet have finally kissed the realms Tagum City. Have some ride on the green tricycles roaming around the city, glimpse at the palm trees proudly welcoming the patrons from nearby towns and cities,dine at the very famous Night Market and a lot more. Complete your jamboree experience with a city tour and join the Tagumeños as they shout their unique greetings, “Tagum,TAGUMpay!”.
Be Independent.
Scouting is the b e s t venue to practice standing in your own feet, No Papa to carry your loaded bags and No mama to cook for your own food. You are tasked to look after yourself and your fellow scouts. Being responsible with your actions and decisions is an important point where your parents will really be proud.
Clean and Green. A Scout is clean. This implies not only
with how you do your own body but how you maintain cleanliness in all areas. It will really be nice to know that you have contributed in achieving a clean and green National Scout Jamboree 2015.
Be a Peace Ambassador.
Be a scout messenger of peace of all time. Make your scouting adventure meaningful through extending effort in maintaining a peaceful jamboree.
Be Responsible.
To learn and become responsible citizens are some of the goals of the scouting. Learn to embrace the wonderful change you’ll experience because after getting things done in the jamboree, you will surely be proud to unveil the new you to the world.
Take Selfies! Your camera is your little time machine. Keep
it close to you all throughout the jamboree so that you can share and bring with you fun memories of an awesome #16thNSJ2015 experience!
Scouting pa more! When it rains, it pours. But during yesterday’s opening ceremonies, the rain proved to be a blessing. During the Press Conference after the opening program, BSP National President Jejomar Binay said that for the past National Jamborees, the rain has been a constant visitor. But nothing can stop the Boy Scouts. As what VP Binay stressed at the beginning of his keynote speech: SCOUTING PA MORE!
CAMP CHIEF INSTALLATION
LAGING HANDA!
BSP BIGWIGS WITH REP. MANNY PACQUIAO