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Category Archives: Activities
Military Appreciation Day
Tuesday is Military Appreciation Day at Fort A.P. Hill. The flag ceremony and a tree planting at 8:45 this morning will pay tribute to the more than 1,700 military forces that have assisted at the jamboree. NASA will present a … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Events
Scout input helps shape 2013 site
When Scouts and Scouters gather for the next jamboree, they will do so at a new location for the first time since 1981. The 2013 National Scout Jamboree will be held at The Summit Bechtel Family National Scouting Reserve, located … Continue reading
Posted in 2013, Activities
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There’s still time to have fun, explore at jamboree
There is still time for Scouts to have a great experience in the final days of the 2010 National Scout Jamboree. Have you taken your Scouts to the NESA tent? What about the Scouting museum at The Vault? How about … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Departure
Technology Quest
Technology Quest is a ticketed activity for jamboree credentialed resident Scouts during previously scheduled times. Jamboree residents (Scouts, Scouters, and staff) may have an additional opportunity to visit Technology Quest from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. to 5 … Continue reading
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Staff, Scoutmaster postcard photos
The photo booth in the National Exhibits booth on Thomas Road will be open from 6 to 8 tonight for staff and Scoutmasters only. Have your photo taken and put on a postcard that you can mail to friends and … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Souvenir
Attend family home evening
Everyone is invited to a family home evening hosted by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 7 p.m., Monday, in the amphitheater between Subcamps 5 and 8. There will be games and a short inspirational message. For … Continue reading
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The Centennial Celebration: Celebrate a century of Scouting
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
Earn the Coast Guard patch
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.
Posted in Activities, Schedule
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Join the fun of pow wow at Indian Village
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
Posted in Activities, Schedule
Star Search
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
QBSA hosts Latin show
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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Religious services for this weekend
Here is a listing of religious services scheduled for this weekend. Times for all services are 9 a.m. unless noted.
Posted in Activities, Events, Religious services, Schedule
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Everyone invited to participate in Friday’s 5K fun run
Be at your region headquarters by 5:45 a.m. Friday for the 5K fun run. All races will start simultaneously at 6 a.m. and follow a three-mile loop through each region. Floodlights will illuminate the starting points.
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Safety tips for Friday’s 5K fun run
Be safe in Friday’s 5K fun run to be held in each region. Know your limits and measure your pace with the endurance and performance guides you should have established from prior runs and walks. If you have never participated, … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Health and Safety
Scout film lineup
All films show at the arena. Outlaw Trail, 8 p.m., Thursday Henry Aldrich, Boy Scout, 3 p.m., Friday Scout Camp: The Movie, 8 p.m., Friday (includes Q&A with writer/director) Forever Strong, 8 p.m., Sunday
Posted in Activities, Arena shows
Amateur radio classes offered
There will be amateur radio classes and exams offered during the jamboree. K2BSA, the jamboree amateur radio station, is located near The Mysterium Compass in the Mahone area—just look for the big radio antenna. Six-hour classes will be offered daily … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Training
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Help set a record and earn CPR, AED certification
The CPR and AED certification event will occur 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday Scouts and leaders are invited to break the Guinness World Record for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillation (AED) training. Not only can you be … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Arena shows, Events, Health and Safety, Schedule
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Regional stage schedule for Thursday, July 29
Here is the regional stage schedule for Thursday, July 29. The schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, sign up for updates at http://twitter.com/regionalstages.
Posted in Activities, Events, Regional Stage
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Patch trading frenzy hits the jambo
They’re everywhere. In the shade. On a small piece of land. In front of tents. Coming in all shapes, sizes and ages, they form groups, sometimes hordes. Furious trading occurs. They are the jamboree patch traders. Many Scouts said they … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Code of Conduct, Patches, Souvenir, Trading Post
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OA pow wow
OA will hold pow wows at 8 p.m. today and 8 p.m. Sunday. Everyone is encouraged to bring dance outfits. For more information, call Ron Bell at 404-406-3218.
Posted in Activities, Events, Schedule
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International Day
The traditional collection for the World Friendship Fund is during breakfast Thursday at your campsites. This is your chance to help Scouts overseas. There will be an International Flag Ceremony at 8:30 a.m. Thursday at Heth Headquarters Flag Court. For … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Volunteer
Action Centers
All regional action centers will be open for subcamp staff and troop adults from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. tonight. For more information, contact Josh Terrill at 608-354-6403.
Posted in Activities, Events, Schedule
Scuba news
Wyland, the world’s foremost underwater artist, will be in the exhibit tent next to scuba today through Friday, working with Scouts on murals. From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, SUDS (Soldiers Undertaking Disabled Scuba) will help Scouts who are … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Schedule
Wednesday’s jamboree arena show
Military jet flyovers, jump teams, wrestling, and appearances by Secretary of Defense Robert Gates and Miss America highlight Wednesday’s arena show. The arena opens at 7 a.m., and the pre-show begins at 7:30 a.m. The show itself begins at 9:16 … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Arena shows, Events, Schedule
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Regional Stage Schedule for Wednesday, July 28
Here is the regional stage schedule for Wednesday, July 28. The schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, sign up for updates at http://twitter.com/regionalstages.
Posted in Activities, Events, Regional Stage, Schedule
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OA’s Mysterium Compass: Tickets for youth only, availability is limited
The Mysterium Compass program is for youth only. No one over 18 will be allowed to enter. This is a change from prior jamborees, where adults and Scouts could attend the OA programs, said Patrick Rooney with Order of the … Continue reading
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Daily tours of the arena area
Tours of the arena will be held from noon to 4 p.m. beginning today through Friday. For more information, contact Laura Roegner at 404-406-6148 or 404-405-9182.
Posted in Activities, Arena shows, Schedule
Regional Stage Schedule for Tuesday, July 27
Here is the regional stage schedule for Tuesday, July 27. The schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, sign up for updates at http://twitter.com/regionalstages.
Posted in Activities, Events, Regional Stage, Schedule
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The excitement begins!
Welcome to the 2010 National Scout Jamboree! The next 10 days will be the best, most exciting, fun-filled, safest, and memorable celebration of the 100th Anniversary of BSA. On Sunday, more than 6,800 Scouts and Scouters—many of you—participated in the … Continue reading
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Leader tips for a safe, fun-filled jamboree
• Follow safety guidelines • Be alert to weather conditions • Let the Scouts lead • Get the Scouts out of subcamps • Encourage Scouts to earn jamboree patch segments • Encourage Scouts to earn at least one merit badge … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Health and Safety
