I have recently been selected to represent the UK and Merseyside at the World Scout Jamboree in Poland. I can't wait for this life changing experience, although I need to fundraise a daunting £3500.00.

I would be grateful for any donations no matter how big or small, as they will allow me to complete the meetups, which will give me the skills to get the most out of this and enable me to enjoy this amazing opportunity.

This is my story:

Ever since my dad told me about the World Scout Jamboree to be held in Gdańsk, Poland in 2027, I knew I had to try my best to go. I absolutely love Scouting and I felt it would be a dream come true to represent 25th Allerton and Merseyside at the biggest international event in Scouting.

I started off my journey by attending a road-show where some of the leaders who had attended previous World Jamborees spoke about their life-changing experiences. It sounded so exciting that I worked really hard on my application and submitted it as soon as I could.

Luckily I made it through the first sift and was invited to the selection day at Tawd Vale Adventure Centre. During the day, we were put into groups and undertook different activities, such as pioneering, map reading and many more. Another key part of the day was the interview where we were asked a few questions individually.

The next Monday I was amazed when I received an email telling me that I had been selected. This will involve a journey where I’ll have to work in a group with the rest of the Merseyside contingent. We will do preparation together and need to fundraise to allow us all to go. I know it won’t be easy but I’m committed to do my best to represent our Scouts and our Country.

Recently, I had the first meetup where we were put into groups and worked together to hike around Tawd Vale by reading a map while finding different codes, amongst other things.