July 26-August 4

 

"The Best, Most Exciting, Fun-Filled, Safest Jamboree Ever!"

A century of the finest outdoor and leadership experience a boy could have! This tradition lives on at the pinnacle of the 100th Anniversary of Scouting—the 2010 National Jamboree. Yesterday merges with tomorrow at the greatest Scouting event of the century. It is the opportunity of a lifetime, one you will never forget.

 

Baden-Powell’s Vision

In 1916, Sir Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the Scouting movement,

knew what success looked like for the 10th anniversary of Scouting. It was the sight of thousands of youth gathered together to celebrate. The jamboree was born! In his words, "The secret of its growth lies in that indeterminate force which we only know as the Scout Spirit." And grow it has! Since 1937, more than 654,000 Scouts and leaders have shared the jamboree experience and hiked the trails, paths, and roadways at 16 national Scout jamborees. Now, 100 years after Scouting reached the US, it’s your turn to celebrate!

 

Scouting Paradise, Jamboree Style

Nestled in the rolling green hills of Virginia, close to our nation’s capital, Fort A.P. Hill lies near many historical Civil War landmarks. This 76,000 acre facility has hosted the national Scout jamboree since 1981. The Boy Scouts of America uses approx. 3,000 acres of land to support a city of more than 43,000 Scouts and leaders.

 

What is There to Do?

You name it! The jamboree program reflects the skills of Scouting – physical fitness, environmental conservation, our national heritage, and the true spirit of Scouting. See yourself rappelling, discovering scuba, kayaking, rafting, and sailing. Experience trap shooting, archery, bikeathlons, buckskin games, confidence courses, conservation trail,

and more! There is not enough time in the day for all the exciting

activities that are there waiting for you to try. The jamboree is Scouting

at its very best!

 

Check out the latest 2010 National Scout Jamboree news and information at www.bsajamboree.org.