Daily Archives: July 22, 2010

Save a Life: AED Training Sessions

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

Would you know how to operate a defibrillator if a heart attack victim needed one? Learn how to save lives by attending a free 30-minute AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training session for certification Friday. Class times include 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Longstreet area, in the tent dining area. Look for the saddles. Contact Ruth Reynolds at 469-286-7157 for more information. Continue reading →

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Some things you need to know about driving at Fort A.P. Hill

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

All posted speed limits at Fort A.P. Hill will remain in effect until Sunday, at which time the limits will be reduced. All limits will be strictly enforced and tickets will be issued. Continue reading →

Posted in Health and Safety, Traffic

Flag system key to weather limits on activities

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

Don’t let the weather keep you from having a fun and memorable experience at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree. A helpful tool is the Heat Index hangtag included in your registration credentials. Continue reading →

Posted in Health and Safety, Weather

Simulated exercises to be held on July 23–24

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

The Joint Task Force will be holding simulated exercises from 8 a.m. to 6 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. The exercise on Friday will simulate the scheduled events of July 28, including the opening arena show. The exercise on Saturday will simulate events scheduled for July 31 at the Jamboree, include the closing arena show. Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Health and Safety

Fire? Who needs fire?

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

No open flames from any source (camp fires, charcoal, wood smokers) are allowed at Fort A.P. Hill. This is by order of the installation fire chief. Continue reading →

Posted in Health and Safety

You must be seen while walking at night

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

Please wear reflective clothing or carry a flashlight so you can be seen. Continue reading →

Posted in Health and Safety

Safest jamboree ever!

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

Please take the time to read the hangtags that you received at check-in. You have information on lightning safety, Heat Index, and the importance of always carrying the 10 safety essentials. Continue reading →

Posted in Health and Safety

Open-toed shoes

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

Open-toed shoes have their place, such as the shower area, but don’t wear them while walking around or performing your staff functions. Continue reading →

Posted in Health and Safety

Jambo staff appreciation dinner Friday

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

It’s time to celebrate the start of the greatest jamboree ever! The National Scout Jamboree will offer a staff appreciation dinner on Friday. Serving times will be assigned at either 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., or 7:30 p.m. You must use your ticket at the assigned time and location designated on the ticket. Staff will receive tickets on Friday morning through your subcamp or jamboree leadership. More details will be available through your jamboree group. Continue reading →

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Leaders’ Update goes digital

Posted on July 22, 2010 by

Leaders’ Update, the daily flier geared toward providing news and updates to leaders and staff at the jamboree, is now available both in print and digital formats. Continue reading →

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