Resources

Logistical Resources

Code of Conduct

Find the World Jamboree’s Code of Conduct here. All Jamboree Attendees are expected to abide by these standards throughout the Jamboree.

Minor Travel Consent Form

Every youth member (minor) of the Contingent should have this letter signed and completed to help ensure seamless travel to and from the Jamboree site.

Contingent Uniform Policy

This document outlines when and where are the best times to wear your Travel Uniform, your Activity Uniform, and/or other special considerations.

My Backpack for the Day

As you start your day, there are a number of items that you and your patrol should carry in your daypack. Click the following link to find these “Safety Essentials”

Wild Plants and Animals

The Jamboree really is in the wild. Click the following link to read more about what you might encounter on your visit to the Summit Bechtel Reserve.

FAQ – More Questions and Answers

Information about applying as a participant, unit leader and International Service Team (IST – Staff).  Updated August 21, 2018.

Contingent Refund Policy

Curious about the Contingent Refund Policy? Here is your copy to reference and share.

Scholarship Information

Learn more about the Contingent Scholarship program and share with your friends, unit, council, and others who are interested.

Scholarship Application Guide

 

Applying for a scholarship? Download and follow this step-by-step application guide.

Participant Application Tips

Got questions about the application process?  Check out this step by step guide.

Adult Application Tips

Got questions about the application process?  Check out this step by step guide.

Adult Leader Qualifications

Want to apply as an adult leader? Check here to make sure you meet all the selection criteria.

Note: IST selection criteria is set by the Host team and not posted here.

WSJ IST Positions

Here is a list of IST Positions for the World Jamboree. This file was last updated on August 11, 2018.

WoJam Unlocked!

WoJam 6 – May 2019

With the Jamboree ever closer, we loaded this month’s WoJam full of important details: Tenting, SWAG, Communication, Subcamp assignments, Café USA, NOVUS, Travel, Money, and more. Don’t miss it!  

 

WoJam 5 – March 2019

2019 means the Jamboree is getting close! Our March edition of WoJam Unlocked includes updates on Swag, Health & Safety, Program, and how to prepare in the last few months before the Jamboree. Check it out now!

 

WoJam 4 – December 2018

Our December Newsletter is out!  Check out the latests on travel, safety, and program information!

 

WoJam 1 – March 2018

Check out our first Contingent newsletter! Read about the new scholarship program, ways to promote the Jamboree, a special note to each member of the Contingent from Young Adult Contingent Leader Rachel Eddowes, and more!

 

WoJam 2 – June 2018

Here’s our second contingent newsletter! This edition gives a virtual tour of the Jamboree program, an update on application statuses, A SWAG update, a Scholarship update, information on World Scouting, and more. Download it. Read it. Share it with all your friends!

 

WoJam 3 – September 2018

Jamboree is getting closer every day. WoJam 3 talks about how to start getting ready, physically, socially, logistically, and more! Check it out!

 

Flash Fridays

Flash Friday – 17 May 2019

This Flash Friday introduces our 6th Edition of WoJam Unlocked, the Contingent’s Newsletter, and the Host’s newly released Program Overview.

Flash Friday – 10 May 2019

In this Flash Friday, get a tour of the Summit from the sky, a glimpse of the World Jamboree 90 years ago, in 1929, and learn about how the Jamboree mail system will work.

Flash Friday – 29 March 2019

This Flash Friday brought us a swag update as well as food! From cooking at the Jamboree to the retail food options, including a spotlight on Café USA, Boy Scouts of America’s first World Jamboree food house.

Flash Friday -15 March 2019

Get more involved with this Flash Friday, covering the new contingent Facebook groups, the Global Ambassador Program, and a blog post with BSA International Commissioner Kent Clayburn.

Flash Friday – 1 March 2019

This Flash Friday brought us the fifth(!) edition of WoJam Unlocked!

Flash Friday – 22 February 2019

This Flash Friday’s looks at the Contingent Training (found here), the Jamboree Day Visitor Program, and memories from the last US-based World Jamboree in 1967.

Flash Friday -8 February 2019

This Flash Friday covered Swag and guidelines for developing your own unit swag.

Flash Friday – 1 February 2019

This Flash Friday really got off the ground, talking about Aerial Adventures and Climbing programs.

Flash Friday – 25 January 2019

This Flash Friday’s focus was Water, covering everything from Water Bottles and Showers to Aquatic Activities.

Flash Friday – 18 January 2019

This Flash Friday was all about the Jamboree shows.

Flash Friday – 4 January 2019

This Flash Friday’s introduced the new Contingent Training.

Flash Friday – 21 December 2018

This Flash Friday was a New Years greeting, sending us into the long-awaited 2019 Jamboree Year. 

Flash Friday – 14 December 2018

This Flash Friday focused on footwear.

Flash Friday – 7 December 2018

This Flash Friday looked at how best to pack and prepare for the weather.

Flash Friday – 30 November 2018

This Flash Friday covered Shooting Sports, the Aerial Program, Extreme Sports, and Camp Life.

Flash Friday – 16 November 2018

This Flash Friday looked at camp life, from the basecamp names to the daily meals. 

Flash Friday – 9 November 2018

This Flash Friday was about big ideas, answering questions like, “Why this Jamboree?”, “What are the theme concepts?”, and “What do the programs look like?”

Flash Friday – 4 January 2019

This Flash Friday’s introduced the new Contingent Training.

Promotional Resources

WOSM Jamboree Press Release

Share this press-release with your local news outlets to spread the word about the Jamboree and your local involvement in it.

 

Scouts and Space Press Release

Share this press release regarding the connection between the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing and the World Scout Jamboree, including the ISS Connection that will take place on the 24th.

 

Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How

This three-page document succinctly covers the basic Jamboree information. It’s great for quickly getting people to understand just what the World Jamboree is and how to join the US Contingent.

 

Rover Brigade Promotions

Spread the word about our unique IST (Staff) opportunities for 18-25 year-olds. Print the full-sized flyer for more information. The quarter-sized flyers are perfect for spreading the word far and wide at big events. The Social Media photos are also a great way to engage digital audiences. What is the Rover Brigade? Find out on our blog.

Girls Rafting Flyer

Click and save or print this one-page flyer with information about the 2019 WSJ USA Contingent. This flyer is targetted specifically towards our female audience. For the Northeast, Central, and Southern Region use the general flyer. For the Western Region, use the Western Flyer. Comes in two versions – Color and Monochrome.

Girls Kayaking Flyer

Click and save or print this one-page flyer with information about the 2019 WSJ USA Contingent. This flyer is targetted specifically towards our female audience. For the Northeast, Central, and Southern Region use the general flyer. For the Western Region, use the Western Flyer. Comes in two versions – Color and Monochrome.

Co-ed Biking Flyer

Click and save or print this one-page flyer with information about the 2019 WSJ USA Contingent. For the Northeast, Central, and Southern Region, use the general flyer. For the Western Region, use the Western Flyer.  Comes in two versions – Color and Monochrome.

Boy Biking Flyer

Click and save or print this one-page flyer with information about the 2019 WSJ USA Contingent. For the Northeast, Central, and Southern Region, use the general flyer. For the Western Region, use the Western Flyer.  Comes in two versions – Color and Monochrome.

WSJ Event Powerpoint

Download our newest powerpoint presentation to use when promoting the US Contingent! Note: the auto-advance powerpoint will change slides every 10 seconds. The PDF version can be presented in the Adobe Acrobat Reader by clicking Control-L (PC) or Command-L (Mac) on your computer.

Printer Friendly Flyer

Looking for a quick and environmentally-friendly way to spread the word about the Jamboree? Check out our new mini-flyer! With four flyers per printer sheet, you get four times the promotional reach per page! After all, a Scout is thrifty (and cares about the environment)!

Contingent Promotional Banner

Download and print this 2’x4′ banner for use at all your promotional events. Great for District, Council, Area, and Regional events, this eye-catching banner will help you spread the word about the US Contingent! Download the banner to a flash drive and take to your local print shop (e.g. FedEx) to print. Note: This is a large .pdf image file and may take a while to download. To expediate this, the file downloads as a .zip file which you may then have to “unzip” on your computer in order to access the pdf.

Letter from National Venturing President Michelle Merritt

Print your own copy of Michelle Merrit’s Jamboree letter to Venturers to share!

Sample Email Copy

This resource is for Councils who want to promote the WSJ by email to their eligible Scouts and Scouters.

Email and Social Media Banner (JPG)

Here is an image you can use for Social Media or Email Marketing.  Enjoy!

Council Promotion Ideas

Here are some great ideas on how you can promote the World Scout Jamboree in your local Council.

Videos

WSJ Activities Video

Check out this great video about the activities that await you at the WSJ!

WSJ Camping Video

Learn all about camping at the World Scout Jamboree in this video!

WSJ Cooking Video

Learn about the Cooking and Food systems that will be in place at the 24th World Scout Jamboree!

CMT Q&A

Watch out Q&A Session with CMT Members Mark Beese and Hannah Wheaton from the CMT Meeting last February.

Promoting the World Jamboree

Learn how to help the US Contingent promote the World Scout Jamboree! This video will provide good strategies (both traditional and digital) to help spread the word about this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Jamboree Testimonial Video – Short Version

Use this video on your Council website, Facebook page or at events to promote the Jamboree.  This is the short – one minute 15 second version.

Jamboree Testimonial Video – Long Version

Use this video on your Council website, Facebook page or at events to promote the Jamboree.  This is the long version  – three minute 30 second version.

Rover Brigade Promo – Elyse Wyatt

Elyse Wyatt, Assistant SPL for the Puma Patrol at the 2019 WSJ, shares why she’s excited to be part of the Puma Patrol in the World Jamboree’s Rover Brigade.

Rover Brigade Promo – Brandon Kelly

Brandon Kelly, Assistant SPL for Mobilizations in the WSJ 2019 Rover Brigade shares why he’s excited to be a part of the Rover Brigade and the World Jamboree next summer!