FAQ | General questions

Can I register for Haarlem Jamborette 2027?
  • Pre-registration is closed as we are fully booked. We already have a long waiting list and can not add more groups to that list.
  • If you want to joint he camp in 2031, please keep a close eye on our website. We are aiming to open pre-registration for 2031 in the first quarter of 2029.
How does the registration process work?

Pre-registration and final registration

  • Pre-registration was closed on September 1, 2025.
  • Finalizing your registration will take place in March 2026. At this time, you will be required to submit a non-refundable deposit of €40 per person for the estimated number of youth participants and leaders. This number should not vary by more than 10% from your initial pre-registration estimate.
  • Final participant numbers: In January 2027, you must confirm the final number of youth participants and leaders. Minor changes in can be made. The remaining balance of the camp price must be paid by March 1, 2027.

 

Participant quotas and waiting list

  • If additional spots become available due to cancellations, we will offer the groups that are on the waiting list, the opportunity to register for the camp. By end of April 2026 we inform all groups on the waiting list about their status.

 

Eligibility and requirements

  • Participation eligibility: Groups must be registered with a national scout organization to participate.
  • Age requirements: Youth participants must be between 10 and 17 years old during the camp (born between August 5, 2009, and July 24, 2017).
  • Group size: We recommend a group size of 6 to 50 youth participants, with a ratio of 1 (qualified) leader per 6 youth participants.
  • Independent camping: Participants must bring their own camping tents and cooking equipment. Independent camping, including cooking, is a core activity. In exceptional cases, equipment rental is possible.

 

Can I change my pre-registration?

At this moment it is not possible to change the information and numbers you provided to us with your pre-registration. By end of March 2026 you can finalize your registration and change numbers if needed. If you made an error or there is a significant change in numbers (>10%), please let us know on info@haarlemjamborette.nl. We will change it for you.

When does the camp take place?

Event dates: The Haarlem Jamborette 2027 will take place from Saturday, July 24 (arrival day) to Wednesday, August 4, 2027 (departure day), in the Spaarnwoude recreational area near Amsterdam, Haarlem, and the North Sea.

  • Arrival is only possible on Saturday, July 24, 2027 (from 08:00 hours onwards).
  • Departure is only possible on Wednesday, August 4, 2027 (18:00 hours at the latest).
  • Early arrival at or late departure from the campsite is not possible. Your group is expected to participate for the full duration of the camp.
What is the camp fee for the 2027 Jamborette?
  • Camp fee: The camp fee is €395,00 per participant and leader.
  • Discount for Dutch scout groups: Leaders of Dutch scout groups will receive a €60 discount on the camp fee.


Payment schedule:

  • Non-refundable deposit: Due by April 2026, as part of finalizing your registration.
  • Remaining balance: Due by March 1, 2027.

 

What is the location of the Haarlem Jamborette 2027?

The Jamborette is held in Recreatiegebied Spaarnwoude (Spaarnwoude Recreational Area), a nature reserve located between Amsterdam, Haarlem and Velsen. This reserve has many hiking routes, a mountain bike track, swimming lakes and even a ski slope and a climbing wall. In addition, big events are held in the reserve every year, and in 2027 the Jamborette will be one of them.

You can get to the site by bike and car, and there is a railway station (Halfweg-Zwanenburg Station) nearby for those travelling by public transport. We have a limited number of parking spaces on site for cars and coaches of participating groups. As a reference download the Haarlem Jamborette 2023 campsite map.

Are there age restrictions voor participants?

Youth participants must be between 10 and 17 years old during the camp (born between August 5, 2009, and July 24, 2017).

How many leaders should I bring?
We recommend a group size of 6 to 50 youth participants, with a ratio of 1 (qualified) leader per 6 youth participants.
What will the programme look like?

The Program Team of the 2027 Haarlem Jamborette is working on a challenging, active and varied program. Every day will have a different theme and activities to go with it, organized by teams Aqua, Trail, Hikes, Sports, Arts, Crafts & Technology and Tours.
– As an indication, you can view the 2023 program>>
– Or rewatch our 2023 live blog>>

Can I fill out our preference for a specific subcamp?

Subcamp and other preferences can be filled out during finalizing your registration by end of March 2026. We try to fulfil your preferences, but can not guarantee them.

Do I need insurance?
  • Groups and/or participants are responsible for securing their own travel insurance, including coverage for medical costs and accidents, and, if desired, a cancellation insurance.
  • Please note that the Haarlem Jamborette does not refund the camp price after March 1, 2027, under any circumstances, including partial or full non-participation.
What is the code of conduct used at the Haarlem Jamborette?

The Haarlem Jamborette is organised under the conditions of Scouting Nederland, the national Scouting organisation of the Netherlands. We consider a safe physical and social environment for youth members and volunteers essential. The Scouting Nederland code of conduct clearly states -what is- and -what is not- desirable in interactions between volunteers and youth members. But of course, also for interaction between volunteers. You will find the code of conduct in the appendices as we use it.

Should a volunteer or youth member feel unsafe interacting with volunteers or other youth members, a confidential counselor is available to report the situation. In addition, we assume that each participating group has its own confidant within the group, where any unsafe situation can be discussed. At the start of the Jamborette, the sub-camp staff will inform the groups how the confidant can be called in.

Download code of conduct | Dutch>>
Download code of conduct | English>>

I'm having a question which is not listed here?

Please contact info@haarlemjamborette.nl if you can’t find your answer here. We will keep updating this page as the camp is getting closer.

 

FAQ | For staff

Can I attend as a volunteer?

Yes, you can attend as a volunteer. Check on our website Medewerkers | Informatie 2027 – Haarlem Jamborette or International staff | Information 2027 – Haarlem Jamborette how you can apply.

What is the code of conduct used at the Haarlem Jamborette?

The Haarlem Jamborette is organised under the conditions of Scouting Nederland, the national Scouting organisation of the Netherlands. We consider a safe physical and social environment for youth members and volunteers essential. The Scouting Nederland code of conduct clearly states -what is- and -what is not- desirable in interactions between volunteers and youth members. But of course, also for interaction between volunteers. You will find the code of conduct in the appendices as we use it.

Should a volunteer or youth member feel unsafe interacting with volunteers or other youth members, a confidential counselor is available to report the situation. In addition, we assume that each participating group has its own confidant within the group, where any unsafe situation can be discussed. At the start of the Jamborette, the sub-camp staff will inform the groups how the confidant can be called in.

Download code of conduct | Dutch>>
Download code of conduct | English>>

I'm having a question which is not listed here?

Please contact subcamp_blue@haarlemjamborette.nl if you can’t find your answer here. We will keep updating this page as the camp is getting closer.