What is Jamboree?
Jamboree is more than a destination. It’s the adventure of lifetime. And there is simply nothing else like it on the planet.
What’s a Jamboree? It’s not camp. National Jamboree is 360-degrees of fun, friends and fellowship with hands-on adventure that takes you places you never thought you’d go and challenge you to try things you never thought you could.
It’s the beginning of your own heroes’ journey that will challenge you to go farther than you ever thought possible. You’ll reach deeper and lift yourself higher to become the best version of yourself.
What Every Family Should Know
Your Scout has the opportunity to attend Scouting’s largest activity—The National Scout Jamboree which will be held at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia. We will be attending from July 19 – July 28, 2023.
The Sequoyah Council Jamboree contingent will depart from Johnson City and travel to the Jambo site in West Virginia to participate in Scouting’s version of “The Greatest Show on Earth”.
Contingent reservations are on a first-come basis to all who qualify. The Sequoyah Council is sending 4 patrols consisting of 4 adults and 8 youth. After our Patrols are filled, a stand-by list of alternates will be established.
Total cost for this experience is $1,950. Right now all you need to do to reserve your spot at Jamboree is a completed registration and a deposit. Payment plan options will be sent out in an email following registration.
The jamboree fee includes all transportation, tours, admission fees, meals, lodging patrol and troop equipment, insurance, and training camp before the jamboree. Your expenses will be personal equipment, uniforms, and spending money.
Jambo registration must be completed: jamboree.scouting.org.
If you sign up for the jamboree and cannot attend, you will receive a full refund from the Sequoyah Council as long as there is an alternate to take your place.
Summary at a Glance:
- Contingent: Each patrol has eight youth and four adult leaders. Only 32 youth spots are available.
- Contingent Fees: $1,950 which includes all Jamboree fees, travel, meals, and collectibles.
- Fee Schedule: Deposit is due immediately following registration. Payment plan options will be sent out in an email after registration.
- Registration: go to jamboree.scouting.org. Then be on the look out for a follow up email with more details.
- Requirements: Scout must be First Class & at least 12 years old by the first day of the jamboree, or 11 and have graduated the 6th grade, but have not reached their 18th birthday by the last day of the jamboree. Meet health requirements. Participate in pre-Jamboree training events.
- Be on the lookout for communication regarding Key dates, upcoming meetings, deadlines, and other events.
Quick Links:
Register For Jamboree
Participant Portal
Sequoyah Council Contingent Fact Sheet
For More Information:
Sequoyah Council, BSA (423) 952.6961 or email Greg Leitch at GregW.Leitch@Scouting.org