Normandy News

December 14, 2021

A periodic communication related to the Normandy Camporee

April 8-10, 2022

COVID-19 - Current Travel Restrictions for France

As we have previously shared with you, we are closely monitoring the health conditions throughout the world, and especially France as our host nation for the Normandy Camporee 2022.

As of December 13, 2021, the following information has been posted on the website Re-Open EU, which serves as an official site reference for some airlines and other travel officials.

In France, the EU Digital COVID Certificate (EUDCC) or a PASS SANITAIRE is required to access public spaces, such as bars and restaurants, fitness centres, museums, swimming pools, large events, etc. The Pass Sanitaire must document if a person has been fully vaccinated against, has been previously infected with, or has tested negative for COVID-19. As of December 15, 2021, the national Covid-19 certificate (Pass Sanitaire) for people over 65 will no longer be active if the booster has not been given within 7 months of the last injection or the last infection. As of Monday, November 29, 2021, only PCR and antigen tests of less than 24 hours will be valid for the French Covid-19 certificate (Pass Sanitaire)

The Transatlantic Council and the Camporee organizing committees are fully committed to the safety of our Scout families, but also understand that the situations related to COVID can change quickly..... for the good as well as the bad. Scouting activities involve risks, and the magic of Scouting is how we understand and mitigate the risks to have exciting activities in the outdoors.

Please be reminded of the Normandy Camporee COVID Statement that was developed months ago..... and continues to be the principles under which we operate.

How can I be prepared to meet the COVID-19 regulations of France?

BE PREPARED! As Scouts we understand that phrase. While we have no way to know what the COVID-19 conditions will be in April 2022, we can almost be certain that COVID-19 will continue to plague parts of our world for an extended period of time.

As you review the requirements of France and any other country you may be traveling into, through, or back to, it is important to BE PREPARED! We encourage you to get vaccinated as you are able. As in France, the definition of "fully vaccinated" for certain populations is changing to include the booster. Get vaccinated as soon as possible as there is a time requirement between shots.

If you choose to not be vaccinated, and the Pass Sanitaire is still required during your visit to France, please be aware there are not currently testing facilities in the immediate vicinity of our camporee sites. Some locals choose to drive to and from Bayeux to meet the testing requirements.

How do I get the EU Digital COVID Certificate?

This is another one of those things that may change, so you should constantly monitor the process for those of your country of residence.

For non-European nationals to obtain a Pass Sanitaire in France, we recommend you follow the process outlined on the French government website. Please be reminded that if France is not your point of origin into the European Union, you should check the specific information for the country you will first enter during your trip.

Each country in the EU has a different process related to the issuance of a COVID Passport / Safepass so be sure to BE PREPARED and do a little research.

Registration

More and more Scouts and families are registering every day for our event.

Please be reminded that if you have done the early registration, only a deposit was due for each registering participant. Full fees are due by December 18.

If you have questions regarding registration, first consult the Event Guide. If you have additional questions, please email TAC-NormandyCamporee-802@scouting.org