Comments for Leaders' Update

Comment on Lost and Found by Adam

Adam — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 13:35:26 +0000

I lost my wallet on the morning I left the Jamboree. My name and I believe my address are inside. Is there efforts to return such items to scouts? I need to know asap before I make appointments for new IDs and other necessities within..

Comment on Boys’ Life souvenir video by David Talbot

David Talbot — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 12:37:33 +0000

I forgot to sign up at the Boys’ Life booth for my DVD from the 2010 Jamboree. Can you let me know how I can order one online?

Comment on QBSA puts Scouts on the air by Robert Walker

Robert Walker — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 05:14:25 +0000

I was quite disappointed in my inability to receive QBSA’s audio webcast on my computer, even after the installations for Firefox for I.E. were made. It seemed confusing. I would appreciate your Webmaster and QBSA radio engineers providing a simpler, easier program, such as an automatic installation program that can go on my computer and play QBSA’s audio reliably and dependably. A site called Radio Station World happens to have this type of feature available to simplify things. Could QBSA stream its audio through that site for future Jamborees?

Also, someone mentioned somewhere on this site that QBSA’s over-the-air signal could be received up to 40 to 50 miles away…I found this not to be true, because i could not get a clear signal on the car radio after only about 10 – 15 miles away from the 2010 Jamboree site; QBSA’s power was only 100 watts and would probably need double/triple that power to push their signal out to 40 to 50 miles clearly, along with a possibly slightly higher tower height as well, especially in the West Virginia mountain country at the 2013 Jamboree and beyond.

Comment on Staff, troop departure information by emt331

emt331 — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:55:18 +0000

I understand where things are being sold but what time are they opening on thursday the 5th.

Comment on Safety Service here for you by Mike Zimmer

Mike Zimmer — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:38:50 +0000

Thank You Safety Services. You truly made this the safest Jamboree. Your expertice and people skils were great without being a pain in our sides. Thanks again you guys and gals

Comment on A Scout is trustworthy by Disappointed Kansas Mom

Disappointed Kansas Mom — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 20:15:43 +0000

I was sad to receive a call from our son from Troop 1128, Subcamp 11, the last night of the Jamboree and hear the disappointment in his voice after he discovered all of the patches he had traded throughout the week mysteriously disappeared from his tent.

He also worked hard to pay for his trip and it breaks my heart this is the feeling he’s leaving the Jamboree with. Yes, he had a great time at the Jamboree, but having his patches stolen (and the night before returning home) … well, it’s going to make that bus ride seem A LOT LONGER. This just breaks my heart …. and makes me steaming mad.

Comment on A Scout is trustworthy by Sherry McKee

Sherry McKee — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:24:08 +0000

Felt it necessary to chime in on the reports about stolen patches. Our son, Matt McKee, Troop 1128, reported to us last night that all of his traded patches mysteriously disappeared from his tent. It broke our hearts to hear this as he was so excited when he called us during the week to tell us what he did and about the patches he traded each day at the Jamboree. This also put a downer on his trip. Naturally, he was upset, but trying to look on the bright side. To think a fellow scout would do such a thing. He will check lost and found before departing. We hope the patches will miraculously turn up.

Comment on Trading posts open for staff by Douglas Brisson

Douglas Brisson — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:04:59 +0000

Is there a way to still order trading post items online? I was unable to buy leather belts for myself and my son while at the Jamboree. They were either the wrong sizes or out of stock completely.

Comment on A Scout is trustworthy by mary creaven

mary creaven — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 17:12:16 +0000

Well I have a simialar case. My son called me yesterday morning crying his eyes out ‘ can’;t find my patches” he was at the trading post getting the last day’s patch of the jambo; when he came back to the campsite discovered his whole bag had dissapeared, all he had in there was about thirty, his pride position a blues bro’s patch just one, He was so upset he lost them that he can’t rem, if he took them into his tent or not he was putting them into his duffle getting ready for the deparure today and wanted to keep them safe , He’s on his way home now and never found them, He did have fun. Oh and the most earned piece in that bag was the 5k rocker , You see he got seperated from his patrol the day of the very bad rain and thunderstorm and walked all the 8 miles from the other side of A.P. Hill by himself His scoutmaster appauled him for his courage in not panicking and getting home safe and this his how he earned his 5k rocker.
I frimly believe scouts are trustworthy but there is always a bad apple in every bunch. I am proud of what he did this week and is coming home safe and material things don’t matter a lot and for those selling the day patches on ebay for $ 125.00shame on you they were a lot of scout that would love to have that to say they were there.

Comment on Boys’ Life souvenir video by margaret staples

margaret staples — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 17:00:15 +0000

How can I make sure that my son gets one of the DVD’s. He is in troop 102 but his home troop is 56 from Mewday Maine?

Comment on A Scout is trustworthy by mls

mls — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:52:51 +0000

I would also like to comment on patches being stolen from Scouts at this Jamboree. One evening when my son called, he was very upset about several of his jamboree patches being stolen. When I asked him to explain in further detail, he advised me that the patches were ripped right off of his scout uniform, which happened to be in his tent, and was done while the boys were away at activities!! Obviously, the thief who took the patches had to be pretty determined to get them, as I had personally double stitched them on by hand, so I know it would have been challenging to get them off.

Short of this happening, I would say that my son enjoyed his experience at the Jamboree, but this was certainly upsetting, and did not leave him with a very good impression of some fellow scouters. I know this is the real world, but it really is a shame and very disappointing that someone at the Jamboree would not be living up to the values of Scouting. My son, unfortunately was not the only scout in his troop that had things stolen from their tents.

Comment on A Scout is trustworthy by Debbie

Debbie — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:16:01 +0000

My son lost his camera in the Merit Badge Midway area. A few days later, it turned up in Lost & Found, so good news here. I think most of our boys are trustworthy – certainly above the average.

Comment on A Scout is trustworthy by George Murphy

George Murphy — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 04:19:33 +0000

and check on the scouts from our home Troop Nine in Danbury CT via the web site.

Again thanks to all the men and women that make this event possible.

Comment on Staff, troop departure information by YK

YK — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 03:27:52 +0000

I can tell you that my sub camp has sold a many of their items already (tables, etc.) See the staff of the area from which you wish to purchase for details. Each should have an inventory form which lists items that can be sold.

Comment on Jamboree memories by Claude Dinsmoor

Claude Dinsmoor — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 02:53:37 +0000

I agree with Kim (above), fantastic job by the Web Team! Professional, timely, true to the spirit of Jambo. Especially great was the social networking connections and the immersive video. Better than being there (not really, but it was great).

Scouting is all about keeping relevant with today’s boys (and girls) while keeping in mind the components that make Scouting the premiere youth organization in the world. The website scored on both counts.

Hats off to the Web Team and all the hard work for the excellent coverage.

Comment on Staff, troop departure information by Amy M

Amy M — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 01:13:00 +0000

Only a limited list of items are being sold on site. Last heard from the organizer, the main sale point will be in the main visitor parking area on wednesday, not sure what time. Items will be sold, not auctioned, credit card payment only. Some stuff like kayaks and bikes are elsewhere, but they should know at that site.

Comment on A Scout is trustworthy by SCMOM

SCMOM — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:02:12 +0000

My son had a better experience. He lost his debit card and had to call home to report it lost. His id and lunch tickets were also with it. It took only one day for someone to turn it in. He got everything back. The BSA staff even brought it by the sub-camp. I checked with the bank and no one had used it. A boy scout is trustworthy.

Comment on Lost and Found by Helen Wharry

Helen Wharry — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 21:28:46 +0000

My son lost his wallet Wednesday afternoon. He didn’t realize it until Lost and Found had closed. He will be leaving Thursday before Lost and Found opens. He has his name and troop number on the outside. His ID with address is on the inside. Will any effort be made to return it to him? Thanks!

Comment on A Scout is trustworthy by brunoscout

brunoscout — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 20:51:35 +0000

Well, welcome to real life! My first international jambo wend I was a boy , my wole backpack was stolen,unforttnely this still happen even the most well prepared and screened people . It is sad? Absolutly! That remind us in any level of society, or even the what is suposse to be the bests ones, will be bad apples.
They took my backpack , but not my spirit of what I decided to be and believe.
If I catch one of those bad apples for certain he or she will be out from scouting organization. The best we can do is be with our eyes open and secure our belongs and don’t let this in ruin what we call stuff.
Remember no thief in this world can rob the values, the ones that are build inside of you trought your scout oath and law.
Best wishes

Comment on Jamboree memories by Kim Brown

Kim Brown — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 20:30:08 +0000

AWESOME job with the Jambo website!! Thanks for your many talents, detailed reporting, and varied coverage of the entire Jamboree. I used the website extensively the past 10 days and it was great to follow along via the numerous articles, updates, photos, and videos while my son was there. In his communications home, I felt much more in sync with what he was describing. Except for the heat and long lines, I felt like I was there!! Sure hope you will post the Aug 3 edition of the Jamboree Today newspaper so I can keep up with the last day of activities. Thanks again

Comment on Happy birthday Coast Guard by bwursten

bwursten — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:43:38 +0000

Oops … we’ll fix that. Thanks for the correction.

Comment on Patch contest winners by Richard Goates

Richard Goates — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:38:29 +0000

caddo you have an awsome patch whis I had them

Comment on Patch contest winners by Richard Goates

Richard Goates — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:37:25 +0000

Great Job Quivira The patch is great

Comment on Staff, troop departure information by carol fitzgearld

carol fitzgearld — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:17:50 +0000

will anyone with military sticker be allowed to enter on Thursday for my son’s pick up?

Comment on Happy birthday Coast Guard by Tipdog

Tipdog — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:11:31 +0000

Au contraire, mon frere…

That would be the 220th birthday. But thanks for the shoutout!

Comment on A Scout is trustworthy by Phyllis Barnes

Phyllis Barnes — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 18:43:11 +0000

I feel for the boys who have had misfortune.They need to remember that those who do these dirty deeds will never have a peaceful life because they will continue to do these things until they get caught. Keep in mind the many wonderful memories and know that you are a good person and a great Scout.My grandson has had a great time ,even though he lost his glasses on the 3rd day(he got them back yest.). Happiniest of memories to all the Jambo Scouts.

Comment on QBSA puts Scouts on the air by LTC

LTC — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 18:39:52 +0000

Is Sarah (“I’m ‘Special K,’ and you’re not” ) Kaechele from Newtown, Conn a staff member and merit badge councilor again for QBSA for this year’s jamboree ?

If so, when is she scheduled to be on the air on QBSA ?

Comment on A Scout is trustworthy by Bob Burg

Bob Burg — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 17:17:05 +0000

Chris, I do hope your son finds his bag. He sounds like a great scout! We’ll say a little pray for your son. As my Mom always says: “God works in mysterious ways” Best regards!

Comment on Lost and Found by Sylvia Stulock

Sylvia Stulock — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 17:07:47 +0000

called and left message regarding missing cell phone, hope to get reply one way or the other.

Comment on Staff, troop departure information by D Dallas

D Dallas — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 16:55:00 +0000

I have herd that thay are not selling equipment and it is just geting boxed up and sent to the Sumit.