Cartoonists Will Spotlight Scouting During Jamboree

The cartoonists behind five popular cartoons will give friendly nods to Scouting during the 2017 National Jamboree by including references to the Scouting movement in their strips. These comic strips are B.C., Wizard of Id, Dennis the Menace (Sunday edition),

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Smoking Policy

At the National Jamboree, smoking and the use of vaporizers is only allowed in designated areas, as stated both by the Guide to Safe Scouting, the Troop Leader Guidebook and the policy of the 2017 National Jamboree. The Troop Leader

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First Scout Off the Bus

At 6:29 a.m. Wednesday, First Class Scout Elchanan G. from Troop 1304 made history by becoming the first Scout to step onto the Summit Bechtel Reserve to commence the 2017 National Jamboree. Elchanan, 11, is part of an all-Orthodox-Jewish contingent

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Coast Guard Demonstrations at the Jambo

More than 250 miles from any open water, Scouts will find more than 80 members of the U.S. Coast Guard and eight of their boats on display during the Jamboree. Capt. Jeff Westling is the commanding officer for the Coast

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How to find exactly what you’re looking for

All right, we can admit it. Not everyone who uses the Jamboree mobile App is as “in tune” with technology as others. If you or someone you know is not “hip” or “tech savvy,” you no longer need to avoid

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Check In Process

Check in Process for Units

Units attending the 2017 National Jamboree will have a streamlined check-in process. Each unit will first make its way to the Ruby Welcome Center, where the unit leader will ensure that all participants and paperwork are present. Then a staff

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I Lost my Name Tag, Now What?

The name tag you wear around your neck is one of the most important things to always have on your person at Jamboree. But if you lose your credentials, follow a few simple steps to get your identity back. First,

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A Hydrated Scout is a Happy Scout

What color is your urine? ScoutingWire tells us that easily more than half of youth are not getting enough hydration! They list the signs of dehydration among Scouts as: Dry, sticky mouth Fatigue Thirst Dry skin Headaches Irritability Dizziness or

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Jamboree Recreates the First Scout Camp

Among the Jamboree’s great opportunities for participants and staff members is an exhibit that reenacts the first-ever Scout camp in America, on Silver Bay in Lake George, New York, where approximately 120 boys and leaders camped for two weeks during

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StemQuest Highlights

Lots of cool things are happening at StemQuest this summer. Jamboree participants will have multiple opportunities to meet professionals and see what they do in their career. More importantly, participants can learn how they themselves could do it too. Presenters

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What to do after dark in Basecamp Echo

Staff are busy all day long and finally get to take a break after dinner, but you find yourself sitting in your tent wondering what to do. Sit no more! Use this guide to spend your free time at Base

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Changes Ahead for Staff Shuttle Service

With the arrival of thousands of Jamboree participants tomorrow, the shuttle service that staff members have relied upon for the past week will be drastically reduced. “We’re moving from Jamboree setup mode to program delivery mode,” says Jim Stewart, chief

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Trading Post Has it All

Welcome to the Jamboree! Did you forget a mess kit, or leave behind deodorant, toothpaste, or other toiletries? Where’s your rain gear? If you found that you’ve arrived at the Summit Bechtel Reserve, but left something behind, the gear you

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How to Stay Healthy at the Jamboree

Whether you haven’t had enough water and get dehydrated or you’ve fallen on a branch and have a puncture wound in your abdomen, the Jamboree Medical Team is ready to respond to any medical issue you have. Dr. John Lea,

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Lost your stuff? Visit the Lost and Found

The Jamboree offers countless opportunities to have fun at program areas — and an equal number of opportunities to leave your belongings behind. Here’s how the Lost and Found process works: First, someone loses something. Then someone else finds it.

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Ham Radio at #2017Jambo

Participants at the Jamboree will have the opportunity to talk to people around the world using ham radios. K2BSA, located near the Summit Center, will be the home of all amateur radio operator activities at the Summit. The K2BSA staff

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Staff Bash at Basecamp Echo

Tonight will see the first of many Basecamp Bashes that will take place throughout the Jamboree, but this one will be different — it’s a “thank you” to the staff. The Staff Bash runs from 7:45 to 9:45 p.m. next

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Adventure Program Offers Exciting Opportunities

The Jamboree’s adventure program will be really exciting this year, with several different activities including canopy tours, zip lining, rock climbing, rafting, shooting sports, and much more — all staffed by over 1,400 volunteers. Some of the activities will require

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Military at the Jamboree

Scout uniforms aren’t the only uniforms you’ll see at Jamboree this year. The United States armed forces historically have had a presence at large Scouting events, and this year is no different, according to Lt. Col. Chris Graves, the military

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