About Satellite Camp

Being held from Friday 24th midday until Monday 27nd July 2026, the Blair Atholl Jamborette offers a fantastic opportunity for Scottish Scouts to camp with Scouts from many different countries and to take part in a truly unique international event.

The purpose of the Satellite Camp at Blair Atholl is to enable Scottish Scouts to get a short taste of International Scouting at the Jamborette. The Satellite Camp programme is aimed primarily at members of the Scout Section and Patrols or troops are welcome.

There is a programme of activities on offer designed to assist campers to integrate and enjoy the international atmosphere of the Jamborette. On Friday afternoon and evening there are integration and orientation activities and new for 2026 we will have activities led by our sports, treasure hunt, creation,,and bushcraft teams in the afternoon and evening, including silent disco.

On Saturday there are activities in the morning led by our activities team with the support of leaders attending Satellite. The is an opportunity to participate in the Country Fair during the afternoon then take part in International games. Satellite participants join the Jamborette’s International campfire in the evening as the all important 7th subcamp.

The Sunday programme includes the Scouts’ Own beside Blair Atholl Castle, Satel-antics in the afternoon, an evening BBQ on the main camp and evening entertainment including music in our camp Kastle and inflatable fun.

Applications to attend open on 1st February 2026 and close on 27th February. Successful groups will been notified by email.  The information for applicants is here…. 

The Satellite team is led by Steven Maclennan

FAQ

Where exactly is the Satellite Camp held?
It’s on the field to the west of the Blair Castle Drive, immediately opposite the main camp

Can we arrive earlier than 12noon?
Unfortunately we have to ask that everyone arrive after 12.

Who do I get to approve my NAN form?
Your DLV should be sent the NAN form for approval ahead of the camp

Does the camp provide medical facilitites?
Each group is asked to provide their own basic first aid facilities just like you would at a local campsite.  If someone is acutely unwell or seriously injured, the camp medical team will attend and support. Should a young person need to visit A&E for review then this would be managed by the group volunteers supported by the satellite staff. 

Can Explorers from the main camp visit the Satellite Camp?
Yes. They should let the subcamp leaders know if they are going to be away from the main camp for any period of time.  Explorers from the main camp will often go ‘out’ for dinner on Saturday 25th, usually with parents.  If they are coming to Satellite, we’d encourage them to bring an overseas guest with them.

Can we order supplies from the main camp?
The supplies are ordered well in advance for the main camp therefore it’s not possible to do this.  The major supermarkets will deliver to the camp (PH18 5TL – we’re hard to miss) and there is a small village store in Blair Atholl.

Are there showers?
There are no permanent facilities on the main camp or satellite fields.  Our facilities are therefore limited by the physical size of temporary buildings and more importantly by the water supply required.  We’re therefore not able to provide shower facilities to satellite camp participants.

What uniform is needed for the Scouts Own?
It’s quite a spectacle as over 1,500 scouts, explorers and leaders parade up the castle driveway. Full uniform including kilt or tartan skirt is preferred but if not available then smart blue or black trousers is the next best option. Noone should feel under pressure to purchase items that they can’t afford.

Resources for Satellite Campers

We’ll also add emergency contact details and other key information as it becomes available – so keep checking back for updates.

The information for 2026 applicants are below.