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World Jamboree

History of Scouting

Unearthed journal, photos, sketches show what makes World Scout Jamborees special

March 9, 2018 9

With just 500 days left until the 2019 World Scout Jamboree at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia, it’s the perfect time for this fascinating look back.

International Scouting

Where do World Friendship Fund funds go? To help other people at all times

January 31, 2018 2

You’ve probably heard of the World Friendship Fund. But what is it? How did it start? And where do World Friendship Fund funds go?

International Scouting

2019 World Scout Jamboree registration is now live

November 1, 2017 78

Registration for the 2019 World Scout Jamboree is live. Prospective youth participants, adult volunteers and staffers can register to join the adventure.

International Scouting

This is how BSA members can participate in the 2019 World Scout Jamboree at SBR

August 1, 2017 55

The BSA contingent will include 10,000 people — the largest contingent the BSA has ever sent to a World Jamboree. Here’s how to be one of the lucky ones.

Ask the Expert

Scout neckerchiefs approved for wear with nonuniform clothing

August 21, 2015 139

Scout neckerchiefs, long a symbol of the movement around the world, are approved for wear by American Scouting members whether in or out of uniform.

International Scouting

2019 World Scout Jamboree: Dates, location, theme, logo

August 11, 2015 59

Scouts from the USA, Canada and Mexico will welcome Scouts from around the planet at the 2019 World Scout Jamboree, held at the Summit Bechtel Reserve.

International Scouting

5 ways to follow the 2015 World Scout Jamboree from home

July 31, 2015 7

The 2015 World Scout Jamboree is happening now, with 33,000 Scouts and Scouters from around the world. But you don’t have to be in Japan to join the fun.

International Scouting

Register now for the 2015 World Scout Jamboree in Japan

June 20, 2014 16

The Boy Scouts of America is expecting to send about 1,600 people to the 2015 World Scout Jamboree, held Japan from July 28 to Aug. 8, 2015.

World Jamboree

At the World Scout Jamboree, a test of pioneering (and courage)

August 4, 2011 2

“When you get to the top, hang onto your rope!” Those aren’t the words you’ll typically hear on a Ferris wheel.

World Jamboree

Some food for thought at the World Scout Jamboree

August 4, 2011 1

What’s for dinner at the World Scout Jamboree? The options are limited only by a patrol’s imagination. It’s one of the coolest things I’ve seen at this jamboree: Meal planning.

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