During the 2017 National Jamboree, participants will have the opportunity to take part in the Messengers of Peace Day of Service (MOPDOS) event, which will impact the nine counties around the Summit Bechtel Reserve. The MOPDOS team along with the
Now that all the staff has made it to the 2017 National Jamboree, the Summit is full of enthusiasm. However, staff members should remember a few key things while having fun. Stay hydrated. Drinking plenty of water is vital
Your first day at the jamboree will be full of exciting activities that will boost the enthusiasm of all Scouts and Scouters. On the bus ride from the Ruby Welcome Center to your campsite, you will receive a journal. Be
The 2017 National Jamboree App powered by AT&T is available now for iOS and Android devices. The app includes a list of activities, event schedules, updated wait times for attractions, interactive maps, real-time notifications and more. It’s everything you need to
The Scouts and leaders who’ve snagged seats in the Jamboree’s Offsite Adventures rafting program will take in some of the best sights the country has to offer, at the center of West Virginia’s beautiful, historic New River Gorge. Be sure
The three large Jamboree shows are sure to be extravagant and elaborate frenzies of music and fun. However, for nights without those large festivals, basecamp bashes will occur on several nights. Here’s a rundown: Echo (Staff) — July 18 at
Garden Ground Mountain has always been an oddity in West Virginia history. Formerly a large ridge, it was sheared down for coal mining in the early 20th century. Legend holds that coal miners used the rare flat land to grow
Here’s the latest look at when and where shuttle routes will be operating around the Summit for the next ten days. Participants will have access to two shuttle bus routes: the Upper Ridge Road and Adventure Valley Loop Routes. Both
For over 100 years the BSA has been a leader in conservation and teaching youth how to respect our environment. The Summit presents us with an even greater opportunity. Individually, we all have the responsibility to help make The Summit
Religious Services for staff on July 16, 2017 will all take place at 7:30pm. Locations: Protestant – Echo Dining Hall Roman Catholic – OA Recreation Tent (top of Echo hill) LDS – Echo Pavilion Episcopal – Echo Sub-camp 3 Gathering
Attendees at the 2017 National Jamboree will have the opportunity to hear from a variety of inspirational and informative speakers, courtesy of the National Eagle Scout Association (NESA). Wendy Perrone, executive director of the Three Rivers Avian Center in Brooks,
One thing at the 2017 National Jamboree that you won’t find anywhere else is the amazing set of shows lined up for you and the 40,000 others who will be in the audience. Participants will gather at the AT&T Summit
The Boy Scouts, Venturers, and Explorers at Jambo will be better fed than ever before, thanks to a new food distribution system featuring improved logistics and coordination. The system offers campers more choices and easier accessibility. Troops, crews, and their
After a long day at the 2017 National Jamboree, staff members who are looking to sit back, relax, destress, and have a good time will have plenty of opportunities. The Operation Arrow Recreation Committee, an integral portion of Operation Arrow’s
Staff members for the 2017 National Jamboree will enjoy many improvements in their accommodations, amenities and dining to help make the staff experience more pleasant than ever before. After you receive your tent assignment at check in, you will be
Every night at the 2017 National Jamboree, plan to tune into an online news broadcast that will keep you in the loop about important news and events at the Summit. Catch the official livestream every night of the Jamboree before
Throughout the years, the program for many of our National Jamborees has included the opportunity for youth and unit leaders to earn an award for their participation. As its name implies, the participation award is intended for those attendees who
Communication will be everywhere during the 2017 National Jamboree! JamboLink’s many social media channels, website, enews, and livestreams will keep participants, leaders, and staff up-to-date with everything that is happening. Social The official social media channels include Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,
Jamboree participants who complete the 1,000-foot climb to the summit of the Summit will enjoy a new day-long program, the Jamboree Trek to Garden Ground Mountain. Each participating troop will be assigned an Order of the Arrow Trek Guide, who
In 2017, the jamboree program will encourage Scouts to intentionally reflect and record how Scouting has impacted their lives and communities in journal entries throughout the experience. Scouts will also collect program stamps in their journals. Trek Guides will be