Hometown News Correspondent

There's an exclusive opportunity for Venturers and Scouts to act as a Hometown News Correspondent at the Jamboree.  The crew Correspondent will have access to all types of activities not open to the regular participant.

The Correspondents at the 2010 Jamboree actually got to ride in a helicopter over the Jamboree site!  For information about becoming a Hometown News Correspondent check out the information here.

Wanna know the awesome part?  There can be multiple Correspondents from each Crew and Troop!  Register today to be a Hometown News Correspondent.

Stoves, Duffels and Skittles

There is nothing like spending a whole 24 hours with Jamboree enthusiasts from the WD Boyce Council.  This weekend we hung out with Jambo Troop 343 and were able to get a glimpse of what a day at the Jamboree will look like.

We kicked off the weekend with some hilarious games and loads of Skittles.  Only the ladies of Crew 404 were able to make this weekend's training.  So it was us five girls up against 35 boys.  We managed to hold our own. 

Saturdays are days for sleeping in but we were up and at 'em by 6:20.  We had a quick breakfast and we hit the training off with laundry how-to's using the ever famous Armstrong.

We spent a couple hours at the Eureka College pool passing our swim tests and out doing each other off the diving board.  There were a few very impressive scouts and venturers!

A delicious dinner of four-cheese tortellini and a salad that smiled brought our jam-packed weekend to a close.  We even managed to talk to some of those Boy Scouts.  

Mandatory Jamboree Participant Training…BE THERE!

This weekend, March 22-23, mandatory training for Jambo Troop A343 and Crew F404 at the Eureka United Methodist Church, 208 N. Callender Street in Eureka.

Arrive at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. There will be a brief parent’s meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday to answer any questions that have arisen since the February meeting, and things should be wrapped up by 6:30 p.m.

What’s on the Agenda?

These training sessions will be designed to strengthen your bonds as a patrol and as a troop, to provide training on everything from Youth Protection and how to pack your Jamboree duffle, to tent set up, getting around The Summit site, campsite sanitation, first aid, and more. We are also scheduled to conduct swim tests for all participants at Eureka College, so you will be able to swim, scuba, canoe, kayak, and do other aquatic activities. Make sure you are prepared for the swim test.

Everything about the trip to and from The Summit, and everything about the program is different from any Jamboree before. It is critical that you make time in your schedule to be at your assigned training event. Any conflicts for either weekend should be cleared with your Jamboree Scoutmaster.

What to Bring to Training

Consult the W. D. Boyce Council Jamboree Equipment List and bring as many of the items on the list as possible. Carry it in a large duffle bag and daypack (like the ones you will be issued). At the very least, you should bring:

·       Sleeping bag or blankets

·       Sleeping pad and/or cot

·       Water bottle

·       Mess kit

·       Swim suit

·       Towel (for pool)

·       Warm coat and rain gear (we will walk to the pool)

·       Personal care items

·       Notebook and pen/pencil

·       Class A uniform (including shorts/pants, socks, and belt)

·       Class B Scouting t-shirt(s)

There are no shower facilities at the church so we will not be taking showers. Separate sleeping areas will be arranged for male Scouts and female Venturers, and male and female adult staff.

See you there!

The Best Green of All

There is no finer color than Venturing Green on this St. Patrick's Day. These green uniforms will be seen all over the Jamboree this summer. As the members of Crew F404 we are extremely excited to sport the Venturing Green today and everyday leading up to the 2013 National Jamboree. 

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!

The March issue of the Jamboree Journal is now on the Council Jamboree website. It includes details about the training weekends, what to bring, ordering patches, a new equipment list (updated) and more. Check it out at W.D. Boyce Jamboree.

So Many Options

There will not be any opportunity for boredom at the Jamboree this summer.  Activities will range from a zip line Canopy Tour, to BMX trails, scuba diving and rock climbing.

The evening programs and main attractions are sure to prove an exciting way to end the evenings.  There will be concerts and a fireworks show.  Who doesn't like fireworks?

There will be Scouts and Venturers from all over the country.  In the evenings stories will be swapped and friendships will be made.  

What are you waiting for?  Join us at The Summit!