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Summit Bechtel Reserve

National Jamboree

Monty Python and more: Jamboree patches feature big-name brands

July 19, 2017 32

Consider it the holy grail of Jamboree patches: a set featuring a recognizable brand name. Patches with brands often have increased trade value.

National Jamboree

Patrol method on display as troops arrive at 2017 National Jamboree

July 19, 2017 1

No shouting or stressing. At the 2017 National Jamboree, troops that use the patrol method are setting up their camps like a well-oiled machine.

National Jamboree

West Virginian meets ‘nice, polite kids’ who ‘do the BSA and Utah proud!’

July 19, 2017 11

Some 350 hungry Scouts showed up at Golden Corral. So much for a relaxing meal, Becky Bush must have thought. Then something unexpected happened.

National Jamboree

The 2017 National Jamboree is finally here, and the staff and site are ready

July 18, 2017 1

When that first Scout or Venturer arrives, the 2017 National Jamboree will have officially begun, forming West Virginia’s third-largest city.

National Jamboree

All the ways to follow the 2017 National Jamboree from your phone or laptop

July 17, 2017 22

The 2017 National Jamboree will be the most-shared Jamboree in history. Here’s the full list of sites, hashtags and accounts you need to follow.

National Jamboree

Polaris ATV trails at the Summit Bechtel Reserve are full of thrilling twists and turns

June 16, 2017 14

A world-class ATV experience awaits Scouts and Venturers at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia. It’s called the Polaris OHV Center for Excellence.

National Jamboree

Download the official app of the 2017 National Jamboree

June 14, 2017 56

The 2017 National Jamboree app, available now on iOS and Android, was developed by BSA volunteers and is powered by AT&T.

Eagle Scout

He’s visiting all 4 high-adventure bases in 1 epic summer

June 6, 2017 30

Ben Pycraft, a 19-year-old Eagle Scout from North Ridgeville, Ohio, will travel by car to all four BSA high-adventure bases this summer.

National Jamboree

Bring your family to experience the 2017 National Jamboree as visitors

April 21, 2017 11

Want to experience the fun of the 2017 National Jamboree but can’t be there for the whole 10 days? Become a Jamboree visitor.

National Jamboree

Fly high with an Aerial Sports job at the 2017 National Jamboree

November 30, 2016 3

Work for the Aerial Sports team at the 2017 Jamboree, and you’ll get all the training you need to offer a safe and fun experience for Scouts and Venturers.

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