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.
This question keeps popping up, mostly from past jamboree participants and staff. The short answer is “Yes.”
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.
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.
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.
Situated in the wilds of West Virginia, The Summit Bechtel Reserve is a training, Scouting, and adventure center for the millions of youth and adults involved in Scouting America and anyone who loves the outdoors. The Summit Bechtel Reserve is also home to the National Scout Jamboree and the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base.
The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
