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Tens of thousands of Scouts camping together for ten days. Bloggers covered every National Jamboree of the era, from Fort A.P. Hill in 2010 to The Summit Bechtel Reserve.
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In 1977 28,000 Scouts set up camp in a valley of Moraine State Park and then the floods came. 4 1/2 inches of rain soaked the Jamboree site in two days, causing more than just wet socks and sleeping bags.
This National Scout Jamboree took the novel approach of splitting the Scout contingent between a "Jamboree East" in Moraine State Park, Pennsylvania and "Jamboree West" in Farragut State Park, Idaho. Jamboree West featured activities such as "punt-pass-and kick" and "horseshoes" with a "Merit Badge Midway" and "Trading Post Warehouse."
The Jamboree in 1969 took place in Farragut State Park, Idaho and featured a popular Jamboree Wide Game. If a Scout successfully completed the game, they earned a strip with the "Building To Serve" logo that could be added to the bottom of the attractive "Jambo" pocket patch for that year.
1964 Jamboree Patch "Strengthen America's Heritage" was the theme for this Jamboree. The Scouts participated in a showcase of Scouting skills, such as camping, demonstrating how the knowledge a Scout acquires can help strengthen the country's heritage. The program's goal was to show how Scouting could preserve America's heritage of freedom and pass it down…
The "Golden Jubilee" Year Jamboree Patch Colorado Springs was the location the Scouts chose to celebrate their 5th National Jamboree and part of their 50th "Golden Jubilee" Anniversary. For this reason, the Jamboree was moved up a year. A dramatic flag raising representing 50 states took place in the morning, followed by fireworks.
George Washington kneels in this 1957 "Jambo" patch. 1957 marked a return to Valley Forge, Pennsylvania for the Scout Jamboree, resulting in the highest attendance (52,580) a Jamboree had achieved yet. The patch for that year saw a smaller version of the kneeling George Washington in the center with that year's theme "Onward for God…
On Tuesday evening, July 29, 2010 Boy Scouts of America will host a national reunion of William T. Hornaday Award Recipients from 6:30-7:30 P.M. at the entrance to the National Jamboree Conservation and Environment Area. All recipients of Hornaday medals or badges are invited to attend this special event being held during the 100 year…
1953 National Scout Jamboree Patch The 1953 Scout Jamboree, held on Irvine Ranch in Orange County California, marked the first time a national Scout gathering had ever been held in the western United States. To accommodate the gathering of 50,000 plus scouts, The Irvine Company cleared and leveled land to create a "Jamboree City" located…
After getting off to a great start in 1937, the Scout 1950 Jamboree Patch Jamboree was disrupted for more than a decade by World War II. It finally returned in 1950, at a new location, Valley Forge, Virginia. The "Jambo" patch for that year depicted George Washington kneeling in prayer inside a decorative blue and…
1937 Jamboree Patch (Real) On June 30th, 1937 The first National Jamboree was held in Washington, DC at the invitation of President Roosevelt. 536 Councils were represented at this important moment in the history of Scouting. The patch for the first National Jamboree featured the compass design, much like the 1935 issue, however, instead of…
The National Scout Jamboree is a gathering, held every four years, of thousands of members of the Boy Scouts of America. The event is organized by the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Referred to as "the Jamboree", "Jambo", or NSJ, it is attended by Scouts all over the country.
As most of you know, this year I have the privilege of not only being the Scoutmaster of my home troop, but also a troop heading to the National Jamboree. Now I am not saying that money buys success, attitude, or enthusiasm, but I am have noticed that about $3000 makes a pretty big difference.
With all of the off-the-wall world records out there (we're looking at you, "Heaviest Weight Lifted With Ear"), here's one that could save a life some day. The 43,000 Scouts and leaders in attendance at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree this July will be given the chance to break the World Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and…
If you're planning to visit the 2010 National Scout Jamboree this summer, listen up. The BSA has just released details for visitors that will help make their jamboree experience memorable and stress-free. Visiting the jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill, Va., has been a favorite experience of Scouts and Scouters since 1981.
The countdown to the 2010 National Scout Jamboree is about to drop into double digits. Just 100 days remain until the jamboree begins at Fort A.P. Hill, Va. This summer's jamboree isn't just any jamboree. It's "The best, most exciting, fun-filled, safest jamboree ever!"
Sunday I had a discussion with a Scout in my Jamboree Troop, he was conflicted because of his commitments to both his High School band in which he is a leader, first chair and peer leader etc. and his opportunities to be a leader within our Jamboree troop.
From the National Capital Area Council Attending the Jamboree?? Camp William B. Snyder, located 75 miles outside Fort A.P. Hill, VA, is the perfect location for visiting Scouts and units. Cabins, dining hall, swimming pool, wall tents, and more will be available.
This Year of Celebration just keeps getting better. The National Council and National Capital Area Council have announced plans for the BSA Grand Centennial Parade. It will march in Washington, D.C., on July 25-one day before the 2010 National Scout Jamboree begins at nearby Fort A.P.
On Saturday March 6, 2010 I had a Jamboree Meeting with about half of the staff for 50% for Sub camp 7. Sub camp 7 covers the Pacific Northwest. It Primarily Includes the States of Alaska, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
We are now at 5 months away from the 2010 National Jamboree and I have not seen anything from National except for unofficial, mixed messages from various Scouting email lists about this event. I can't believe how little information staff is getting.
The Automation Federation (AF) announced today that Rockwell Automation and Rockwell Collins will participate in the AF Technology Quest exhibit at the 2010 Boy Scout Jamboree, which will be held 26 July through 4 August 2010, at Fort A.P. Hill, VA.
With the passing of John Alline , the Jamboree Division Director, the National Council appointed a new Jamboree Department Manager. Mr. Larry Pritchard, Scout Executive and Chief Executive Officer of the Seneca Waterways Council has been selected to fill this post.
I doubt it is in response to complaints about a lack of communication from National about the Jamboree on various unofficial Jamboree email lists, however there is now a national email newsletter for Jamboree participants and staff. According to BSAJamboree.org beginning in January and continuing through July, the Jamboree Navigator will be delivered to each…
