Here we are! Today marks the beginning of this year’s YOTA Summer Camp, taking place in Jambville, France. Our youngsters have arrived and are finally ready to embark on this amazing new adventure.
The atmosphere is already buzzing with excitement as participants from different countries get to know each other, share stories about their journeys to the camp, and settle into their rooms for the week.
As soon as we arrived, we were welcomed by a beautiful green park, with wide meadows and small woods offering plenty of shade.
In the late morning, participants started to arrive, and our crew went to pick them up at the local train station. Those who arrived earlier had time to enjoy the warm weather outdoors, help with last-minute preparations, and explore the campsite. Others came just in time for dinner, dropped off their bags in their rooms, and headed straight to the opening ceremony.
Dinner was served at the local canteen, where we all ate together, chatted, and had another chance to get to know each other. Even though the youngsters were pretty tired from their long journeys, the excitement was palpable—it was wonderful to see so many new faces joining the camp.
As every year, the opening ceremony took place in the evening, officially marking the start of the camp. The participants were welcomed by the organisers and sponsors. Speech were given from representatives of F6KOP radioclub, Reseau des emettiteurs francaise (REF) and Worl Wide Radio Operators Foundation, not only people who care about the future of hamradio, but also people who have been youngsters theirselves.
Some more info were given to the participants about the venue and what would have happened the next day, including workshops and the so waited ARISS contact.
Now, with almost everyone in bed, the first day has officially come to an end. Preparations for tomorrow’s activities are already set, and we’re certain that the week ahead will be full of amazing new experiences.
But no spoilers, if you want to find out what happens next, stick with us and follow our youngsters throughout this adventure as they discover the wonders of amateur radio and teamwork!
