Yesterday, 39 000 people gathered for an enormous party – the Opening Ceremony of the 22nd World Scout Jamboree! There was music, singing, drums, trumpets and dancing everywhere you turned!
The rain didn’t bother anyone, the spirit was on top and the energy from the audience was amazing! The ceremony opened with a presentation of all the countries, with representatives from each country carrying their flag and walking up on stage. This was followed by Bear Grylls, abseiling down from the roof and then the three camp chiefs welcoming everyone to Sweden, Kristianstad and the Jamboree.
“We are ready. We have prepared for several years. We live in a truly global community. You will find that you, all scouts, have many things in common. The theme for this Jamboree: Simply Scouting!”, says camp chief Marie Reinecke.
The show continued with music from the Jamboree house band with old hits like “A little less conversation”, “Hallelujah” and ABBA medleys. Of course, the audience contributed with their best dance moves!
Before the big finale, it was time to officially open the Jamboree. Together with the camp chiefs, Mr Simon Rhee, Chairman of World Organisation of the Scout Movement, declared that the 22nd World Scout Jamboree now has started!
The ceremony ends with a spectacular fire show that for sure convinced everyone that this will be the best Jamboree ever!
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