What to pack for Spejdernes Lejr 2026

Pack for nine days of Danish summer weather that swings from warm sun to steady rain, plus your own tent and camping kit. The short version: waterproofs and wellies, warm layers for cool evenings, sun protection for the middle of the day, comfortable shoes for a big site, and a way to keep your phone charged.

Spejdernes Lejr 2026 (Jamboree Denmark) runs 18 to 26 July at Hedeland Naturpark, with more than 300 activities across four subcamps. You will be outside and on your feet most of the day, so what you carry matters.

Dress for Danish July, which means everything

July in this part of Denmark runs warm by day, around 20 to 26°C, and drops to roughly 14 to 15°C in the evening. July is also one of the wetter months, so expect some rain during a nine-day camp. Pack for both:

• Waterproof jacket and trousers. Rain is likely at some point, and dry beats miserable.
• Wellies or waterproof boots. A field turns to mud fast once it rains.
• Warm layer for the evening. A fleece or hoodie for the cooler nights and campfires.
• Sun hat and sunscreen. The warm days are bright and shade is limited.
• Comfortable, broken-in shoes. The site is large and you will walk a lot.

Your tent and sleeping kit

You bring your own tent and personal camping gear, so build out from there:

• Tent, pegs and a mallet
• Sleeping bag rated for cool nights, plus a sleeping mat
• Pillow or a stuff sack to use as one
• An extra tarp or groundsheet for wet ground
• A torch or headlamp, since the camp is dark at night

The scout essentials

The classic camp checklist still holds. Carry a small daypack with:

• Reusable water bottle
• Pocketknife (if your group allows one)
• Personal first-aid basics and any medication you need
• Sun protection and insect repellent
• Toiletries and a quick-dry towel
• A refillable snack for long activity days

Power: plan it before you arrive

This is the one people forget. The subcamps are open field with tents, so there are no wall sockets for your phone. Over nine days that adds up fast, and a flat phone means no camp map, no schedule and no way to reach your group.

Two ways to stay powered:

• Bring your own powerbank and a cable, fully charged before you travel.
• Use Volt Self-Service Charging at the camp: grab a pocket-sized powerbank with built-in cables from a self-service Volt Charging station, charge on the move, and return it to any station. You book a daily pass online before camp.

Most people do both: a personal powerbank for the small top-ups, and a Volt pass for the days the camera runs hot. See the full rundown in our guide to keeping your phone charged at Spejdernes Lejr 2026, or book a Volt charging pass online.

Money and small practicalities

• A rejsekort or a way to pay for buses, if you are travelling in and out during the week.
• A way to pay at food trucks and shops, which run through the day at camp.
• A refillable water bottle, since staying hydrated across long activity days matters.
• A small dry bag for your phone, documents and anything that must stay dry.

For leaders and families

If you are bringing younger scouts or visiting as family, the site is large and the ground is uneven, so a pram helps for little ones and comfortable footwear is worth it for everyone. Agree a meeting point in case phones die, and keep one charged phone in the group for maps and contacts.

FAQ

Do I need to bring a tent?

Yes. You bring your own tent and personal camping gear. Pack pegs, a mallet, a sleeping bag for cool nights and a mat.

What is the weather like in July?

Warm days around 20 to 26°C, cooler evenings near 14 to 15°C, and a real chance of rain across the nine days. Pack waterproofs and a warm layer as well as sun protection.

Can I charge my phone at the camp?

There are no wall sockets in the subcamps. Bring a powerbank, or use Volt Self-Service Charging to grab a charged powerbank with built-in cables and return it to any station.

What shoes should I bring?

Comfortable, broken-in shoes for the large site, plus wellies or waterproof boots for wet, muddy ground.

Next steps

Once your bag is sorted, plan the journey and your power. Read our guides on getting to Spejdernes Lejr 2026 and keeping your phone charged at Spejdernes Lejr 2026. See what Volt runs at the camp on the Spejdernes Lejr hub, or learn about Volt charging. For camp updates and times, check the official Spejdernes Lejr site.