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What is
the National Scout Jamboree?
Every
four years, the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America organizes
the ultimate Boy Scout experience, the National Scout Jamboree! In 2005,
over 40,000 Scouts and Scouters attended the Jamboree. Activities
include: rifle shooting, scuba diving, fishing, trapshooting, canoe
slalom, rappelling towers, pioneering, kayaking, a huge merit badge
midway, daily stage shows, and much, much more!
Qualifications:
It is anticipated that a Scout must have
completed the sixth grade or be at least 12 years old by
July 1, 2010; attain the rank of First Class by July 1, 2010; have a
completed Class 3 National Scout Jamboree physical issued to each
participant by the national office of the BSA; participate in the
pre-jamboree training; be active in his troop six months prior to July
1, 2010; and be approved by his Scoutmaster and the Jamboree Committee
of the Katahdin Area Council. His 18th birthday may not be before
September 1st, 2010.
Organization, Transportation, Food and
Equipment:
Participants will be
placed in one of 3 Katahdin Area Council Boy Scout troops. Once
troops are formed and leaders are selected, participants will
receive information through the Jamboree Troop Scoutmaster. Each
troop consisting of 36 Scouts and four adult leaders.
IMPORTANT FACT: While
your local Scout troop may visit the Jamboree on certain days,
only Council contingent Jamboree troops camp at the
Jamboree and only Council contingent Jamboree Scouts are
allowed to participate in Jamboree activities.
Cost:
The total
estimated cost for youth participants will be between $1,300 and
$1,600. This fee includes transportation to and from the Jamboree,
special patches, patrol and troop equipment, and food for the
Jamboree training weekends.
Application:
Due to the 100th Anniversary, an
overwhelming response is expected. You will need to apply early to
ensure your place in line, as spaces will be filled on a first-come
first-served basis. While the official applications for the 2010
National Scout Jamboree are not yet available, you may ensure your
place in line by downloading the
"HOLD MY SPOT" application, filling it out, and returning it
to the Council Service Center with your $100.00 deposit.
Download the "HOLD MY SPOT" application now !
(59kb, PDF)
2010 National Scout Jamboree information flyer (KAC document)
(755kb, PDF)
"Deliver the Promise"
2010 National Scout Jamboree
Information for Adults (Leaders and Parents)
(113kb, PDF)
Contingent Leader Adult Application
(69kb, PDF)
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