Nestled in the
rolling green hills of Virginia, close to our nation’s capital, Fort
A.P. Hill lies near many historical Civil War landmarks. This
76,000-acre facility has hosted the national Scout jamboree since 1981.
The Boy Scouts of America uses approximately 3,000 acres of land to
support a city of more than 43,000 Scouts and leaders.
What is There to Do?
You
name it! The jamboree program reflects the skills of Scouting—physical
fitness, environmental conservation, our national heritage, and the
true spirit of Scouting.
See yourself rappelling,
discovering scuba, kayaking, rafting, and sailing. Experience trap
shooting, archery, bikeathlons, buckskin games, confidence courses,
conservation trail, and more! There is not enough time in the day for
all the exciting activities that are there waiting for you to try.
Daily
activities include an incredible merit badge midway, arts and sciences,
a re-creation of Baden-Powell’s original Scout camp on Brownsea Island,
an American Indian village, regional entertainment stages, and many
other activities. The arena shows are a highlight for all participants.
The jamboree is Scouting at its very best!
Jamboree City Rises Again
At
dawn on July 26, 2010, dew on the empty fields shimmers in the growing
daylight. And then … here they come! By noon, throngs of Scouts are
carrying gear and tents, and gateways begin to emerge from the empty
ground. By dusk, the landscape has been transformed into a bustling
city of 18,000 tents, 3,600 patrol kitchens and 43,000 Scouts and
leaders. This transformation occurs in mere hours, making Jamboree City
the fastest growing city in Virginia, if not the world.
Amid
the thousands of colorful tents that will house participants and
provide program and support services, there is an infrastructure that
provides a safe and secure environment at Fort A.P. Hill. Everything
from bus systems, telephone and Internet, to first-aid stations and a
hospital, police and fire departments, post offices, food warehouses, a
daily newspaper, and retail stores (trading posts and concession
stands) provides all the support and program services needed for an
outstanding event.
Baden-Powell’s Vision
In
1916, Sir Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the Scouting movement, knew
what success looked like for the 10th anniversary of Scouting. It was
the sight of thousands of youth gathered together to celebrate. The
jamboree was born! In his words, “The secret of its growth lies in that
indeterminate force which we only know as the ‘Scout Spirit,’ “ and
grow it has!
Since 1937, more than 654,000 Scouts and
leaders have shared the jamboree experience and hiked the trails,
paths, and roadways at 16 national Scout jamborees. Now, 100 years
after Scouting reached the United States, it’s your turn to celebrate!
100 years of Scouting!
A
century of the finest outdoor and leadership experience a boy could
have! This tradition lives on at the pinnacle of the 100th Anniversary
of Scouting—the 2010 National Jamboree. Yesterday merges with tomorrow
at the greatest Scouting event of the century. It is the opportunity of
a lifetime, one you will never forget. DON’T MISS OUT on this special
moment in time!
