Daily Archives: July 30, 2010

The Centennial Celebration: Celebrate a century of Scouting

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Jet flyovers, celebrity appearances, music, dance performances, and various videos highlight Saturday’s Centennial Celebration arena show, a celebration unlike any other in jamboree history. The arena opens at 4:30 p.m. with music from QBSA (102.9 FM) along with safety messages … Continue reading →

Posted in 100th Anniversary, Activities, Arena shows

Troop step‑off times for Saturday arena show

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Here is the list of times for troops to leave their campsites for Saturday’s arena show. Doors at the arena open at 4:30 p.m.; the last person should be seated by 7:30 p.m.;  and walk-out time is 10:40 p.m. Questions … Continue reading →

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‘Bee’ prepared

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Normally quiet insects, bees sometimes get aggressive when their territory is threatened. With nearly 50,000 Scouts and Scouters at Fort A.P. Hill, we are a threat to bees. If you see bees, report them to your subcamp staff. Instruct your … Continue reading →

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Earn the Coast Guard patch

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Tell your Scouts about the Coast Guard exhibit on Thomas Road. They can earn a limited-edition patch by working through the hands-on exhibits and challenges offered. For more information, contact Mike McCormack at 508-965-1075.

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Join the fun of pow wow at Indian Village

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The OA at Indian Village, just west of Merit Badge Midway, will host a pow wow from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday in the dance arbor.  Everyone is welcome and advised to bring a chair since seating is limited. … Continue reading →

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Paddle Safe, Paddle Smart training

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Paddle Safe, Paddle Smart (PS2) leader training will be offered from 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily at the jamboree boating headquarters by Travis Lake (except when in conflict with the arena show). These sessions will highlight tips and tricks … Continue reading →

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Towing policy

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Here’s some information regarding towing:

Posted in Health and Safety, Transportation

Suggested arena show checklist

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Here is a list of items to bring (and not bring) to Saturday’s arena show.

Posted in Arena shows, Health and Safety

Water for the arena show

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Staying hydrated is very important for Saturday’s arena show. Everyone should be properly hydrated before going to the show. Additional bottles of water will be available, over and above the two quarts of water each person is to bring with … Continue reading →

Posted in Arena shows, Health and Safety

Take home memories, not a sunburn

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Follow a few simple guidelines to avoid a painful sunburn and possible long-term damage to your skin.

Posted in Health and Safety, Weather

Star Search

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Throughout jamboree, various areas will be hosting celebrities. If your Scouts would like to see some of these people, here is a schedule:

Posted in Activities, Events, Schedule

Buddy system

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Please follow the rules of S.A.F.E.T.Y., particularly the letter A: Always have a buddy. Scouts and Scouters have this information on page 36 of your Scout Guide and on your green hangtag. There are many Scouts around the jamboree who … Continue reading →

Posted in Health and Safety

Patches for hospitalized Scouts

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Jamboree chaplains stay 24-hours a day with any Scout who is hospitalized offsite, and visit twice daily any Scout at Jambo General. The chaplains have been offering the Scouts patches as a way to “break the ice” and start a … Continue reading →

Posted in Patches, Volunteer

QBSA hosts Latin show

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QBSA (102.9 FM) will host the “BSA Latin Connection” from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday at their studio on Thomas Road. The party will be complete with a two-hour radio program featuring Latin music, DJs, and dialogue about Scouting … Continue reading →

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Leave No Trace adds new program

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Leave No Trace is expanding to include activities such as snow boarding and ATVs through a new program called “Outdoor Ethics.” If you are interested in learning more about this program, stop by Action Area C any time. The Tread … Continue reading →

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Religious services for this weekend

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Here is a listing of religious services scheduled for this weekend. Times for all services are 9 a.m. unless noted.

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