The Campsite

The campsite for the Jamboree

For the first time, we will be revisiting a prior campsite, as we will return to Hedeland Naturpark, which hosted Jamboree Denmark 2022. The site will not be a copy of the last jamboree, as the the gravel excavation of the site is ongoing. But there will still be four subcamps, but their location and names have changed.

The names of the subcamps are Skoven (the forrest), Byen (the city), Landet (the countryside) and Havet (the sea). The international groups can be hosted by local friendship groups.

Practical information about camplife

The campsites are a temporary home for the groups at Jamboree Denmark 2026. You can plan your campsite as it fits best for you and this is where you will prepare food for your group during the week.

To ensure that the jamboree lives up to official safety regulation, there will be guidelines for larger structures. They can be found on this page once they are ready.

Guidelines for Interaction

A set of guidelines has been established for Jamboree Denmark 2026. It applies to everyone involved, whether you are a participant, volunteer or visitor at the jamboree. The goal of this policy is to ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful community where children, young people, and adults can flourish.
As adults and leaders within the community, we have a special duty to spearhead the creation of a positive and secure environment for everyone. We urge all adults and leaders to familiarise themselves with the policy before arriving at the jamboree. The full version of the policy includes a code of conduct, a digital policy, an alcohol policy, and a tobacco and nicotine policy. It can soon be found on the jamboree’s website:
https://spejderneslejr.dk/en/faq/documents/.

Listening Ears

At Jamboree Denmark, you will encounter the Listening Ears, who roam the jamboree both day and night. Their aim is to provide a safe atmosphere where both children and adults always have someone to approach if they feel uncertain.

What should I do if I experience or witness inappropriate behavior?
If you need to contact the HR managers directly before, during, or after the jamboree, please reach us at hr@sl2026.dk During the jamboree, it’s also possible to contact us by phone. The emergency phone line is open around the clock from the 18th to 26th July. The number will be published on the website before the jamboree begins.

Regulations at the Group’s Campsite 

Wet Pits 

Jamboree Denmark 2026 will be held in two main sections: Hedeland Nature Park and farmland east of Reerslev. 

Hedeland Nature Park is a section that was previously used for gravel extraction. This means that the water now seeping down is not as well filtered before reaching the groundwater. 

The area east of Reerslev has revealed many archaeological finds from the Middle Ages. Hence, the local museum is keen to minimise any excavation in this section to preserve archaeological remains from ancient houses and settlements. 

It is therefore forbidden to dig wet pits. Instead, holding tanks will be used at all toilet areas in the subcamps. We recommend groups acquire transport barrels with lids for wastewater. 

Electricity at the Campsites 

Electricity can only be ordered at the campsites for medical equipment. This ordering takes place through group registration. Electrical connections will be run as far as the municipal boundary. The location is arranged directly between the subcamp technology team and the municipal coordinator. Users are responsible for installing approved cables in their own sections. 

Gas at the Campsites 

Gas can be used and stored at the campsites. Each appliance may have one gas cylinder of up to 11 kg, plus an additional spare of the same size. 

Gas is available at the jamboree’s hardware store on Spejdertorvet. 

Rules for putting up firefighting equipment on the group’s campsite 

• A fire bucket of at least 10 litres must be placed at each sleeping tent. The bucket must be filled with water. If several tents are set up in a cluster (up to eight tents), the number of fire buckets can be reduced. However, there must be at least three fire buckets per tent cluster. 

• A fire bucket of at least 10 litres must be placed at each campfire site. The bucket must be full of water. 

• A manual water pump or pressurised water extinguisher (minimum nine kg) must be present at the campsite. If a manual pump is used, the water tank must be full. If replaced with a large garden sprayer, this must be clearly marked as “Fire Equipment” and supplemented with a filled water can or fire bucket, ensuring at least 10 litres of water are available. 

• In addition, there must be at least one fire beater  (remember to teach guides and scouts to use these correctly). 

• Firefighting equipment must be placed somewhere visible and easily accessible. 

• Powder extinguishers are not allowed on the jamboree. 

Rules for Setting Up Tents, Campfire Sites, etc. The group’s campsite rules will be in Information package 4, which also includes the allocation of campsite areas. 

Wooden Pole Structures

Lashings on raft structures must be executed according to good Scout practice. For structures at risk of toppling over in gale-force winds (13.9 m/s and
above), the load-bearing rafters must be buried or attached to strong stakes anchored in the ground.
In strong winds, any covers for dining tables and similar setups must be secured or taken down.

Approval by the Authorities
As mentioned in Information package 2, larger raft constructions must be approved by the authorities through the jamboree’s emergency services.

The deadline for submitting the application has been extended to March 31th 2026.

The application is prepared by completing a concept description, including a risk assessment. Drawings and any calculations must be attached. You can soon find guidance for this on this website.

Concept Description
In a concept description, you, as organisers, can outline your structure and explain what you intend to create. If you plan to construct a structure, you must also attach drawings of its design.

Risk Assessment
In a risk assessment, you evaluate what risks your structure poses to participants. For example, assess the risk of collapse and detail measures to minimise these risks, such as regular inspections.

Please note that larger structures, especially those involving overnight stays at height, might require engineering calculations, with the costs to be covered by your group.

Tents and One-pole Marquees
Tents, such as one-pole marquees larger than 100 m2 or with sides covering more than half the circumference, must also be registered with the
jamboree’s emergency services by March 31th at beredskab@sl2026.dk.

Contact
For specific questions about the approval process for building works and other spar constructions, you can write to the emergency services at
beredskab@sl2026.dk.