If you are a Scout or Venturer with journalistic aspirations and you are heading to the 2013 National Scout Jamboree, you can register as a Hometown News correspondent. What does that mean? It means you cover the jamboree for the
Our hearts and prayers go out to the many families affected, both directly and indirectly by the two horrific tragedies in the northeast recently, both of which involved children. Words cannot adequately express the many thoughts that run through a
At The Trax, explore the pure joy of rolling on two wheels over primo BMX terrain. Rollers, berms and downhill courses are calling your name. BMX Curriculum When you arrive at The Trax, you’ll receive your gear and safety training.
2013 National Scout Jamboree visitors are in for a big treat at the Summit Center, but might be left wondering what adventures await beyond the Summit? If that’s you, you’ve come to the right place. There is a ton of fun
Water is everywhere—there’s no escaping it. Going with the flow? That’s all about water. If you can’t beat it—and really, why would you want to?—you might as well join it by learning as many ways to enjoy good old H20
When we’re talking high adventure, you know the Summit is all about it. It’s big and there’s world class adventure to be had. But to understand the scale of something you need to see it in context with other things
As preparations for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree continue, we have been simultaneously working on the development and marketing of the 2014 high adventure program that will be headquartered at the Christen High Adventure Base here on The Summit. In
Many of you have asked about the status of the Merit Badge Midway for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. Get ready because we have some answers. Two things: It’s no longer called the Merit Badge Midway. Rather than a specific
Archery rules. Robin Hood. Green Arrow. Katniss Everdeen. Famed archers, all. Sure, they’re fictional characters, but still. What if you could get a taste of that archery awesomeness? Well, you can. In addition to sporting arrows, you can try your
Ahh, medical forms. They’re always a pain to finish filling out. And that due date always seems to sneak up on us. Speaking of which, the deadline for turning in medical forms for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree is April
As part of your 2013 National Scout Jamboree registration, you received the Osprey Transporter BSA duffel bag. What’s the deal with that? For 10 days—from July 15 to 24—Scouts and Venturers attending the 2013 jamboree will be living and breathing
Are You Tougher Than A Boy Scout? is a show that’s coming up on the National Geographic Channel. Here’s the deal: The six-episode show starts at 8 p.m. (7 p.m. Central) on Monday, March 4, and continues on Monday nights
Being an expert marksman is all about discipline. Develop that and your skill, accuracy, and precision will fall in line. Feeling like you’re dialed in? Then you can help others by volunteering for a staff position at The Barrels. As
What’s your favorite thing to do when it comes to Scouting or Venturing? Archery? Service? EMS? Whatever it is, you probably know a ton about it. You’re probably even pretty good at it. And with great knowledge comes great responsibility.
The Ocean Rules. No Pun Necessary. Is there a better place for high adventure than the high seas? Not likely. That’s why Sea Base exists. If it has to do with the ocean, and it’s fun, it’s probably something you
For one day of the 2013 National Scout Jamboree, you’re doing a day of service. Here’s the deal with that: First, you’re a Scout. It’s what you do. Pitching in and helping—it’s in your blood. It takes work, some sweat,
The Park is taking shape at the Summit. Check out the slideshow above for a peek. Dirt has been shaped and concrete forms have been, well, formed. As of this post, the first pours of the base concrete are going
Sporting arrows are not only new to archery in Scouting, but also to the archery world in general. Similar to clay target shooting, sporting arrows are centered around automatic target launchers that throw 10-inch diameter foam targets into the air.
We’ve got the lowdown on The Rocks climbing curriculum coming on line for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. We’re not talking about clones of this guy; we’re talking about a rock climbing setting and curriculum specially made for the Summit
As I write this we are 180 days away from the opening of the 2013 National Scout Jamboree at the Summit. We remain on track for close to 40,000 attendees as registrations grow and the excitement continues to build. Hopefully