Jul 16, 2018 | Blog, For Parents, Jamboree Logistics
One Year to Go! The opening ceremony of 24th World Scout Jamboree will take place in 370 days from today. That’s only (roughly) 8,880 hours left until the Jamboree begins! It’s going to be a busy year of Jamboree preparation. To kick it off, we’ve created an outline...
Apr 9, 2018 | Blog, Jamboree Experience, Jamboree Logistics
The Rover Brigade: The Place to Be for Young Adult IST You do not age out of the World Jamboree. If you are 17 going on 18 (or 20 going on 21) and think your scouting days are finished, get a load of this: Not only are you encouraged to come to the Jamboree, but the...
Apr 2, 2018 | Blog, For Parents, Jamboree Logistics
Budget Now for the World Jamboree The ninth point of the Scout Law? A Scout is Thrifty! The World Jamboree can be a significant expense but that shouldn’t stop anyone from attending. Here are some awesome ways to raise funds and make the Jamboree more...
Jan 18, 2018 | Blog, Jamboree Experience, Jamboree Logistics
Calling All Venturers National Venturing President Michelle Merritt wrote to the Venturers of the BSA to talk about the World Jamboree. In case you missed it, we’ve reprinted Michelle’s letter here. You can also download it to share with others on our...
Jan 8, 2018 | Blog, For Parents, Jamboree Logistics
So, What Happens Next? Congratulations! You’ve applied to the 2019 World Jamboree – USA Contingent as a participant or IST. Here is what to expect next. What’s Happening Now? Your initial application has been sent to your local Council office....
Dec 12, 2017 | Blog, Jamboree Experience, Jamboree History, Jamboree Logistics
Cooking Preview – Food Distribution at the Jamboree Remember Matt May from earlier this summer? Matt is back in a new video to talk about the innovative food system that will be used for the 24th World Scout Jamboree. This food distribution system,...
