National Scout Jamboree 2010

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF SCOUTING!

JULY 21 - AUGUST 5, 2010 * FORT A.P. HILL, VIRGINIA 

WHAT IS THE NATIONAL JAMBOREE?

Every four years, the National Council of the Boy Scout of America organizes the ultimate Boy Scouts experience, the National Jamboree! The BSA has announced that the next Jamboree has been scheduled in 2010 to coincide with the 100th birthday of the Boy Scouts of America! 

Over 40,000 Scouts and Scouters attended the last Jamboree in 2005, and all the excitement of the past Jamborees will be incorporated with new themes and shows.  What goes on at a Jamboree?  Everything that the combined resources of the National Council plus hundreds of the best volunteers from every local council can provide!  For example, 5k Fun Runs, 4way volleyball, rifle shooting, Action Alley, bikathlon’s, Buckskin Games, confidence courses, bicycle motocross, pioneering, rappelling towers, trapshooting, fishing, canoe slalom, scuba diving, kayaking, a HUGE merit badge midway, daily stage shows, and the OA American Indian Village. Plus much more!

QUALIFICATIONS

It is anticipated that a Scout must have completed the sixth grade or be at least 12 years of age by July 1, 2010, attain the rank of First Class by July 1, 2010, have a Class 3 physical, participate in the pre-jamboree training, be active in his troop for 6 months prior to July 1, 2010, and be approved by his Scoutmaster and the Council Jamboree
Committee. His 18th birthday must not be before August 2, 2010.

PRE-JAMBOREE SHAKEDOWN TRAINING

The participants will meet as members of a Jamboree troop several times before attending the Jamboree.  One of these is a training weekend at Heritage Reservation to give the Scouts experience working together as patrols and troops.  It is very important that the Scouts commit to attend each of these meetings, as vital information will be given out at these times.  The dates of these meetings will be announced by September, 2009.  Shakedown training is a mandatory attendance.

FOOD AND EQUIPMENT

The cost of food, plus patrol and troop equipment, are included in the Jamboree fee. Personal equipment and three complete summer uniforms are the responsibility of the individual Scouts.

ORGANIZATION

The participants will be placed in the Greater Pittsburgh Council Jamboree troops, consisting of 36 Scouts and 4 adult leaders each. Once the troops are formed and leaders selected, you will receive information through your
Jamboree Troop Scoutmaster. It is anticipated* that we will have 8 troops. NO MORE than 8 Scouts from a Home Troop will be placed in a Jamboree troop.

COST

Fee has not been determined yet, however every effort will be made to bring this fee in at as low a price as possible, while preserving the quality of the Jamboree experience. This will cover the National Jamboree fee, travel expenses, meals, unit and patrol equipment, accident and sickness insurance, troop numbers, Council Identification patches, and the cost of pre-jamboree training.

APPLICATIONS

Overwhelming response is expected for the 100th Anniversary.  You will need to apply early to ensure your place in line, as the slots will be filled on a first-come first-serve basis. While the official applications for 2010 Jamboree are not
available, you may apply by emailing the Greater Pittsburgh Council Jamboree Committee or mailing your name and address to, Flag Plaza, 1275 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.  There will be scheduled payments with the total fee due on March 30, 2010.

QUESTIONS

If you have any questions, Please email/contact either David Koltash @ david.koltash@verizon.net, 412-854-1645 or Bruce McDowell @ mcdowel@bsamail.org, 412-325-7925.

This current text is based upon previous Jamboree experiences.

Final Greater Pittsburgh Council Jamboree Contingent cost and itinerary will be announced by April, 2008.