2013 National Jamboree

Jamboree 2013 Update
MUST REGISTER NOW for 2013 Jamboree!

Forward to all Boys and Parents!

 What an exciting way to begin a new century of Scouting by joining 50,000 Scouts from all fifty states of the United States in attending the first National Boy Scout Jamboree at its new permanent home “The Summit” located on the Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve in Glen Jean, West Virginia.

This Jamboree will be more exciting than ever before with High Adventure, All-The-Time. Programs at  Jamboree will run from daylight to dark. Whitewater sports, zip line canopy tours, climbing as well as activities such as shooting sports, scuba, cross country and downhill mountain biking, skateboarding, and BMX biking will make up a big part of the many exciting and challenging activities.

The Summit will also offer many of the traditional Scouting adventures such as nature and conservation  studies and outdoor skills. The Jamboree will utilize technology at every possible level from registration through the entire event. The camping footprint (1,000 acres) will be much smaller than the former site (5,000 acres) which will reduce walking distance to program areas and arena shows.

Program will be more diverse, more intense, and have a higher energy level than previous Jamborees. Merit badges will be connected to the program areas which will allow greater participation. This Jamboree will use absolute best practices of eco-friendly camping by embracing conservation practices and Leave No Trace Camping. Venturers will also be allowed to participate in this Jamboree and will be camping in a “Venturing Village.” 

The Chickasaw Council will be taking four (4) troops (144 Scouts and 16 leaders) so space is limited.

How do you sign up?

Here’s how:
1. It starts with you going to the 2013 National Jamboree website. Follow all instructions to register your Scout for the National Jamboree. Print your completed confirmation form and return it to the Scout Office OR a youth paper application has now been provided. Scouts may register to attend jamboree by filling out this form.

2. Register your Scout on the Chickasaw Council's online payment system at this link.  This will allow you to make deposits online without having to bring them to the Scout Office. 

Now you are set to be on your way to Jamboree.

"See You At The Summit" in 2013 Scout Participant Qualification:

Must be at least 12 years of age by the first day of the Jamboree or an 11 year old that has graduated the 6th grade, but has not reached their 18th birthday by the last day of the Jamboree. Remember, Scouts who are currently Webelos can attend the Jamboree. Must be a First Class Scout by the first day of the Jamboree. Must be approved by the unit leader and the local council. 

How much does it cost to attend?

 The Chickasaw Council Jamboree committee has set the fee at $1,600. A payment schedule has been set that spreads the payments over the next 15 months. 

Why do I need to commit almost 1 1/2 years out?

Coordinating a trip of 160 persons from Memphis to West Virginia is no easy task. The Jamboree itself will have over 50,000 participants. All supplies are purchased well in advance of our arrival therefore we must make payments per attendee to the national office on a regular basis.  Travel and sightseeing fees are also paid out over a year in advance. 

What is the fee schedule?

2/1/12                                          $200 non refundable deposit due upon registration
4/1/12                                          $200 Payment
6/1/12                                          $200 Payment
8/1/12                                          $200 Payment
10/1/12                                        $200 Payment1
2/1/12                                          $200 Payment
3/1/13                                          $200 Payment
5/1/13                                          $200 Payment

Are there any Jamboree Videos out there?

Sure! You can view several Jamboree Promotional videos on youtube to learn whats it's all about. Check this one out.

What are the dates and itinerary?

The Chickasaw Council Contingent will leave on Friday July 12, 2013 and drive to Chattanooga TN. While there, we will Whitewater raft on the Ocoee River and ride ziplines over the peaks and valleys of the Smoky Mountains in a canopy tour. After a comfortable night in a hotel and a great breakfast, we will head to Carowinds theme park and spend an entire day riding some to the largest roller coasters in the Southeast! Then we will leave for an exciting 9 day Jamboree experience returning to Memphis on July 24, 2013. 

Who are the leader's that will take my kid to Jamboree.

 A total of four leaders per troop of 36 Scouts will take our contingent to the National Jamboree. These leaders have been selected by the Council Activities Committee and were chosen for their excellent leadership ability.  They are as follows:

Leader
 Phone Email
Troop #
 
 Collins Brent
  662-820-7997  cebrent@superiorboatworks.com  Troop 4084  Washington
Floyd Melton   662-458-1803 fmmiii@bellsouth.net  Troop 4200   Malmaison
 Tim Tyler  662-392-2895  ttyler@vikingrange.com  Troop 4200  Malmaison
 Mark Webb  662-890-4270  markwebb@firsttennessee.com  Troop 234  NW MS
 Darrell Bailey  901-335-9480  abailey@poplarrealtors.com  Troop 455  Eastern
 Randall Nelson  901-491-1650  rnelson@uthsc.edu  Troop 100  Eastern
 Michael Pouncey  870-339-4073  mpouncey@hughes.net  Troop 255  Twin Banks
Crystal Manchester   901-737-4071  mmnchstr@gmail.com Troop 334
Eastern 
 William Gregory Gillaspie 901-386-3148   wggillas@bellsouth.net Troop 450   Wolf River
 Kenneth Kerby  901-634-2445 kerbyclan@comcast.net   Troop 334 Troop 334 
 Paul Beebe  901-438-4376 pwbeebe@gmail.com
 Troop 65   Troop 334