24 Exhibits You Can Staff At The Jamboree
Kevin O'Keefe
June 29, 2012
The national jamboree offers a great way to see a slice of everything that Scouting has to offer.
Tell Me More About Sustainability
Kevin O'Keefe
June 27, 2012
“No one can pass through life, any more than he can pass through a bit of country, without leaving tracks behind, and those tracks may often be helpful to those coming after him in finding their way.” Baden Powell
7 Things Everyone Should Know About Camping At The Summit
Kevin O'Keefe
June 25, 2012
By embracing conservation practices and Leave No Trace guidelines, the Summit’s style of camping will preserve the local ecosystem and be an example for others.
Teach Me to Climb
Kevin O'Keefe
June 22, 2012
Since climbing is a fun, yet somewhat risky activity with much to learn in order to keep everyone safe, these Scouts completed the training in just under 18 long hours of both vigorous studying of the Climb On Safely rules and hands-on training on their tower.
Are We Serious About BMI?
Kevin O'Keefe
June 20, 2012
This question keeps popping up, mostly from past jamboree participants and staff. The short answer is “Yes.”
First Look At Challenge Course Canopy Tour [VIDEO]
Kevin O'Keefe
June 18, 2012
Get ready to take to the trees in the Summit Center! Here’s a look at the canopy tour challenge courses you’ll experience at the 2013 national jamboree.
7 Sustainable Practices In Action At The Jamboree
Kevin O'Keefe
June 15, 2012
There’s a green movement afoot — and it’s going to help ensure the Summit is around for as long as there are Scouts excited to go there.
What’s The Difference Between A Canopy Tour And A Zip Line?
Kevin O'Keefe
June 13, 2012
Summit Director Dan McCarthy fills you in on the details of canopy tours and zip lines you’ll find at the jamboree — an just exactly what that means.
Service Has No Age Limit
Kevin O'Keefe
June 13, 2012
It doesn’t matter whether you are a Cub Scout or part of a crew, you can help make a difference too! What do you care about? What are you good at? Ideas are good, but ideas put into action, using some of the things we learn through Scouting, can help change the world.
Can You Name 14 Different Ways To Stay Busy In Scout Camps?
Kevin O'Keefe
June 10, 2012
Every Scout village and campsite will need a contingent of staff to keep things running—after all, the Summit will become the second-largest city in the state during the 2013 jamboree!