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
By the time your bus rolls up to the Summit Bechtel Reserve, you’ll be ready for 10 days of amazing adventure in West Virginia’s beautiful New River Gorge National River area that is adjacent to the Summit Bechtel Reserve. But
Pop quiz, folks: Name the Scout Motto. The answer, of course, is: “Be Prepared.” Being prepared at #2017Jambo doesn’t mean just packing well and charging your phone. It also means having a plan for everything, from your route to the
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
You’ve sewn on your official Jamboree patch, you’ve finalized your travel plans, you’ve finished packing — or at least your packing list. The next step in prepping for the 2017 National Jamboree takes just seconds but will enhance your Jamboree
Stadium Show Fashion Attention Scoutmasters, Crew Leaders, Assistant Scoutmasters, Council Committees, and Contingent Leaders! The Opening Show at the AT&T Summit Stadium will be your Scouts’ first taste of how epic the 2017 National Scout Jamboree is going to be.
Jamboree is on its way, and the thoughts of program, patch trading, and interacting with thousands around the country are exciting. While all the games, events, and adventure will be a blast, walking thousands of steps to get to each
Have you ever wanted to go zip lining, climbing, rappelling, canopy tours or compete during the COPE challenge course? Well at the 2017 National Jamboree you’ll be able to take part in all of these incredible experiences! The 2017 National
As you may know the jamboree will have a dedicated band of Scouts and Scouters. On Wednesday, July 26th at 10:00am you will have the chance to sit in on a rehearsal and practice with the Jamboree Band. At noon
We’re hitting the homestretch. It’s been months, perhaps years, of anticipation, but thousands of eager Scouts, Scouters, Venturers, and volunteers are gearing up to march into the Summit Bechtel Reserve this July for the 2017 National Jamboree. But before those
Are you or your Scout (or Explorer or Venturer) heading to the 2017 National Jamboree this summer? If the answer is “yes,” then one thing’s for certain, no matter if you’re a staff member or attendee: you’re going to be busy! From
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.
