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2016 Council Contingent Info It's here! 2016 council contingent information for the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base . The Summit's a big place and there's a ton of fun and development to be had for Scouts and Venturers alike.
It's here! The BSA has officially released the logo and theme of the 2017 National Scout Jamboree . At the second jamboree to be held at the Summit Bechtel Reserve, you'll be able to explore the mystery, adventure, and beauty of a West Virginia summer.
As you may already know, The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve, or just SBR for short, is guided by four core values: leadership, training, sustainability and adventure. Scouting itself is an adventure of many kinds, not just physical. The mental, emotional and even spiritual challenges to achieve all that Scouting offers are an adventure…
The Summit National Training Center is set to officially open in 2016, but hey, that doesn't mean we're skipping 2015. Next summer, you can elevate your game with a new spate of rock-solid development and adventure training courses. Whether you are a Boy Scout, Venturer, or Scout leader, you'll get massive amounts of hands-on adventure…
THE catalog for choosing the right Summit program for your Scouts and Venturers. Ready to plan? The latest Summit program catalog delivers the goods on everything going on in 2015 at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. This catalog is divided into three sections for your convenience: Paul R.
The first season of programs at the Summit Bechtel Reserve is in the books. Scouts and Venturers from all over pushed themselves further this summer and took their Scouting to a new level. For a glimpse of Summit scenes, enjoy the slideshow below.
Scout camp-the learning, the merit badges, the advancement-it's pretty cool, a classic Scouting experience. The new Walter Scott Summit Center at the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve-with its lakes, trails, zip lines, boulder cove, sustainability treehouse, and more-might be considered an "instant classic."
A trip to The Summit not in the cards this year? No worries. You can still get your hands on Summit gear. Whether on a day hike or a week-long trek, check out 37 North Outfitters , the Summit store over at ScoutStuff.org, for official Summit Bechtel Reserve gear .
Opening week of 2014 high adventure programs at The Summit Bechtel Reserve kicked off June 8, 2014 and we've captured some of the sights. From setting up camp to mountain biking to shooting sports , participants dug in and learned a little bit about themselves and their friends.
Volunteers Like You! That's who we're looking for to make the 2017 National Scout Jamboree at The Summit Bechtel Reserve an amazing Scouting experience. Volunteers in the Boy Scouts of America know what it means to serve. It's the volunteer spirit that makes the hard work worth it.
The Summit Visitor Pass. We've got you covered. The Summit is opening up to visitors this summer! A one- or two-day visitor pass is great for the Scouting family and friends. We're all set and can't wait for you to visit.
With the Summit Visitors Pass, we've got you covered. The Summit is opening up to visitors this summer! A one- or two-day visitors pass is great for the Scouting family and friends. We're all set and can't wait for you to visit.
If open water is your thing, check out Sea Scouting ‘s newest base. Sea Scout Base-Galveston has been hosting high adventure trips since 2011, but the facility is expected to be completed this year. As with most projects of this scale, it took years of planning and coordination-and a passion for the project-to get to…
Sure, spring's swirling around in a mess of snow and sunshine, but before you know it, summer will be here and with it Summit high adventure programs . To get the most out of your experience at The Summit, you'll want to be prepared.
So. The Summit. If you visit the Summit Blog , you know that last year's jamboree marked the grand opening of a really cool place. You probably know that The Summit is in the West Virginia mountains, within a day's drive of over half the U.S.
There's fun. And then there's fun that challenges you, the kind that brings with it a satisfaction that lasts way beyond the activity. The Ropes venue at The Summit is all about that kind of fun. Check out the video above to see why.
Shooting Sports At Its Best Catch the excitement of The Barrels in this latest video from The Summit. The Barrels is a comprehensive shooting sports venue where you can hone your safety and marksmanship. Sign up for the Marksman program and you'll get well-acquainted with this premiere shooting sports venue.
There's a brand new program at the Summit called the Mountaineer Weekend . What sets this apart from the other high adventure options is that it's a weekend program where Scouts can experience a wide variety of activities at the Summit in two days!
The Summit has taken the best of rock climbing in the New River Gorge in West Virginia and, with the help of Eldorado Climbing Walls , brought it onsite to create a climbing haven. Introductory climbs? You bet. Challenging climbs? Got ‘em.
Hey, Boy Scout troop leaders and Venturing crew leaders: check out the river. The New River, that is. Alright. Technically, the New River is not on the Summit grounds. However, it is a key part of The River program, so we're including it in the venue spotlight series.
GIS: A geographic information system (GIS) lets us visualize, question, analyze, interpret, and understand data to reveal relationships, patterns, and trends. We posted earlier about the 2013 jamboree story map , a project that combines the best of GIS with some pretty cool images of the jamboree.
Few things are cooler–or more fun–than zip lining from platform to platform in the forest canopy. Check out the video above for a glimpse. Pretty cool, yes? The Canopy is one of four venues at the Summit that are included in the Helmets and Harnesses Program , the other three being The Zip, The Ropes and…
So. You've seen the trick shot video shot right here at the Summit , right? Well, we kicked around with the guys from Dude Perfect while they were on-site working their trick shot magic. As you might guess, there's a lot of work involved in getting the shots set up.
The guys from Dude Perfect have made taking crazy trick shots an art form. No, it’s true. “So?” you might say. “What does this have to do with the Summit?” Well, when we turned Dude Perfect loose on the Summit, they put their imaginations to work and came up with some amazing shots that capture…
There's something about rivers that captures our imagination. Could be the way it curls and breaks and sluices through and over the rocks. Could be the sound, the way the river almost seems to sing to us. Right here in the New River Gorge, the mystical nature of water abounds.
Getting the word out to your council about 2014 high adventure programs at Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base at the Summit has never been easier. The team at the Summit has put together a digital marketing package over at summithighadventure.org that makes it easy to update your council website with 2014 program banners…
You like high adventure ? Well, belly up to the visual smorgasbord over at the Summit's YouTube channel . Get amped for all the high adventure waiting for you in 2014 at the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base at the Summit.
So. The Summit. For the last three years we've been talking about all the cool stuff there, all the activities that would be available for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. And now, with the jamboree under our belts, it's time to take a deeper dive into the Summit.
The 2013 National Scout Jamboree was pretty amazing. Judging from some of the pics, people had a hard time saying goodbye. Well, cheer up, because we've put together a souvenir book from the first-ever jamboree at the Summit. The best part?
Wow. Is it really possible to pack this many awesome activities into 10 days? Well, I guess it is. We all just spent it doing those activities. The recap of events? ATV, BMX, canopy tours, climbing, the Cloud, day of service, mountain biking and boarding, rappelling, scuba, shooting, shows, whitewater rafting, and zip-lining, not to…
You may have seen Mike Rowe, from the TV show "Dirty Jobs," speaking at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. If so, you know that he's all about working hard and smart, rolling up his shirtsleeves, and getting dirty to get the job done.
Shooting sports have always been integral to the plans for the Summit. Because the Summit is home to the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base, you can be sure it will include more than your run-of-the-mill shooting ranges. To that end, the Summit features a world-class assortment of shooting sports ranging from those that…
On Saturday, 40,000 Scouts, Venturers, volunteers, and staff from across the United States and the world gathered for the closing show of the 2013 National Scout Jamboree at the Summit. Best-selling rock band 3 Doors Down, "Dirty Jobs" host Mike Rowe's talk about dirt, and the king of Sweden's rousing dance entertained the crowd.
Food is key to any active lifestyle. With all the high adventure and walking at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree, getting enough to eat was critical to having fun. Here's a glimpse into how Scouts and Venturers managed to stay fueled up at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree.
Friday was Airborne Day at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. The airborne group of the armed forces is an elite assembly of warriors who are trained in advanced techniques of parachuting. These soldiers can be dropped anywhere, including behind enemy lines, because of their superior training.
Pretty sweet, right? Scouts from first timers to veterans are all over the BMX and skate courses at the Summit and having a blast. If you didn't get your fill of skating and BMX during jamboree, check out 2014 programs at the Paul R.
You're going to like this. It's super simple. There are two ways to see the big show at the AT&T Summit Stadium. 1. Go to the Summit. Anyone can go. Seriously. Learn more about how you can visit the Summit here .
There are tons of ways to keep up with all the action on various social media channels. From images to articles to video, it's almost as awesome as being there. Almost. Without further adieu, here they are: Official BSA Twitter Feeds The Cub Scouts
As I drove to the 2013 National Scout Jamboree on Sunday, I went from the mountains of New York to the farmland of Pennsylvania before I came upon something special: the hills of West Virginia. There are hills all around the nation, but some are special.
From the opening flag ceremony to climbing to zip lines, there's so much to see at the Summit this jamboree. Patrol Z is on the ground, immersed in the full-on jamboree experience and documenting it all through the lens. Look for more Patrol Z posts and see the 2013 National Scout Jamboree through their eyes.
Check out the gallery above. The jamboree at the Summit is all about scale. From the smallest detail to the pageantry of the AT&T Summit Stadium, this place is amazing. Remember to check back throughout the jamboree for more images from Patrol Z.
With the jamboree coming right around the corner, we at Patrol Z can't wait to start covering all of the excitement! Here is how you can make sure you don't miss a minute of it: 1. Stay tuned right here at the Summit Blog.
If you're hoping to register as staff for this year's jamboree, time is running out! With just one week to go until the jamboree, there are still departments with openings for staff. This is a great opportunity to partake in the first jamboree to be held at the Summit.
Without an underlying system of core values, the Paul A. Christen National High Adventure Base at the Summit is just another camp to do fun stuff. Really, really fun stuff. As the new 2014 high adventure programs at the Summit take shape, you might be asking, "What does all this high adventure mean for Scouting?"
Grab your climbing gear and head to the Summit to spend seven days on the No. 1 ranked zip and challenge course facilities in the United States with the Helmets and Harnesses program at the Summit , one of six programs offered next summer from June 8 and Aug.
We just celebrated 150 years of statehood in West Virginia on June 20 and today-the fourth of July-we celebrate the nation's 237th birthday. As we prepare for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree , we invite you to spend the day in the company of friends and family and take a moment to reflect on the humble…
Transform wheeled mobility into an art form with Wheels , one of four high adventure programs offered at the Summit in 2014. Check out the video above for a taste. Wheels is a smorgasbord of, well, wheels. Seriously. You'll feast on a mountain biking trail network that's no.
Hey fellow Scouts! With Jamboree just around the corner, I am sure you all are getting anxious to start packing. I know I am! We covered packing when the jamboree duffel was unveiled, but it's always good to refresh. To help you out, here is a short list of essential items to include when packing…
Hygiene at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree is serious stuff. Meaning, no one would appreciate it if you skipped the showers. Keep in mind some basics about hygiene when putting together your gear for the jamboree and remember: a scout is clean.
What's beyond the 2013 National Scout Jamboree ? Check out the video above for a hint. That's just a glimpse of the action you'll find next summer at The River , one of four programs offered at the Summit from June 8 to August 16, 2014.
