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Jamboree By the Numbers

If you wonder why you felt you were part of something REALLY BIG at Jamboree, it's because you were! More than 30,000 youth and adult participants were there at The Summit, plus staff, plus visitors!  Here's a story that puts those numbers into perspective as it relates to BSA membership.

http://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2013/08/26/putting-jamboree-attendance-numbers-in-historical-perspective/

While you're here, look to the left of the sound and light tower in the photo. That big patch of orange? I'd be willing to bet that's us, making our mark!

Jamboree in the News!

This article appeared in the most recent issue of the Morton Courier, and will likely also appear in the Courier newspapers in Washington and Eureka (Woodford County). Check it out! Now everybody here at home knows about the Day of Service and the great times at Jamboree!

http://www.courierpapers.com/morton_courier/article_eb9e0be8-fed5-11e2-ac82-001a4bcf887a.html?mode=story

Troop A3434 Photos on Shutterfly

Check out the collection of Jamboree photos on Shutterfly. Here is a link:

https://2013nationaljamboreetroopa343.shutterfly.com/3

To download any of the photos you need to create a Shutterfly account, but hey, isn't it worth it to get a picture of your favorite Scout having fun at Jamboree? Of course it is! Enjoy!

What about those defective day packs?

Now that you've had a shower (I hope) and a good night's rest, I thought the time was right to contact you about the day packs that many of you had trouble with at Jamboree. Mr. Howard has contacted the supplier and feels confident that we will be able to get replacements, but he would like to provide them with evidence of how the product failed to hold up. So, if you have a pack that is torn or ripped in any way, please take a picture of the defect and send it to Mr. Howard. He will gather them all together and send them to the supplier some time next week. Do it now, while you're thinking about it.

Email your pictures to jkhoward8@gmail.com.

We'll keep you updated on what we hear from the supplier. Thanks for your help with this!

Updated Arrival Times

We've just left dinner in Indy and are on the road.

We'll arrive at the Schnucks in Normal at 10:45-11pm.

We'll arrive at the Kmart on Lake in Peoria at 11:45-12:00am.

See you soon!  And just a warning...we might be slightly stinky!

Almost home

We will be back in Bloomington at 10:45 and back in Peoria at 11:30. 

From Lexington, KY...

Hmm...Scribe is snoozing again, even as a movie blares all around. Current estimate is 11:30 p.m arrival in Normal, 1 a.m. in Peoria. This includes stop in Indy for dinner.

On the bus

Well we've left the jambo and were on our way. We're still in West Virginia but hopefully we will make it to Illinois soon. 

We're on the move!

The scribe is zonked out on the bus, so I will report thet 343 is on the move. We dropped one scout with his parents and are proceeding to a meeting place with 419 and 404. Progress reports to come as we move into Kentucky and Indiana.

Time to break camp

Time to break camp. We will all miss jambo but everyone is excited to see their families.  

Dinner time

Final jamboree show for tonight was cancelled. Everyone is getting in their final  showers then its dinner time. 

Last day

Last full day of jambo. Everyone is out and about doing the final activities. Tonight we pack up the dining flies and then tomorrow morning weprepareto depart at 10 

Storm time

Yet another storm is here... It's not the best weather but were happy to be here. Hopefully it clears up soon so we head out for evening activities. 

Rock climbing

Just finished rock climbing and doing the "leap of faith" with Seth Gudeman, Chris Noe, and Mathew Nagle

Another great day

Half of the troop is off towards the white water rafting while the rest of us are exploring the never ending adventures of jamboree. This morning Mathew Nagle and Maxwell explored archery. Now Mathew Nagle Noah Kenny and I are hoping to find the climbing area. 

Cake time

Jamboree cake to celebrate all of our birthdays. Between this and Chinese food this is one of the best meals. The camp sight is a muddy mess from all the rain but cake makes up for it. 

Swamped!

Camp Swampy clean-up crew deals with the soggy aftermath of the storms last night and this morning.

Wash day!

Some of the Scouts have decided its time to do some laundry. I couldn't agree more!

Early mining camp life

Everyone survived the storm last night yet the camp is now full of mud. Everyone is working together to put together lung for today. Then well be off to our morning services. 

Biking video

Go to http://youtu.be/PaLN11ba6MI to see Stephen mountain biking. 

Mountain biking time

Just finished mountain biking with Maxwell overholt, Zack stokes, Nick Engstrom, Evan Beilfuss, Hunter Defrees, Stephen Riskedal, Hayden Golemon, Vincent Cornelison, Noah Kenny, Micheal Rossbach, Nathan Henthorn, and Alex Weck. Stephen had quite a fall but he's alright. In another hour the troop is meeting for the stadium show. 

Almost bed time

Another amazing day has gone by. Today Jeremy Rapp and Seth Gudeman got to try out dodgeball at fieldspords. Now its time to relax and play some cards. 

Riding the storm out!

A small group from A343 is waiting out a storm at Gardwn Ground. Hoping still to take pictures from up here.

Lightning

Lightning alert at the top of the mountain but no need to worry. OA staff has us waiting in a safe place. Hopefully lightning ends soon. 

Early morning trek time

Time for an early morning hike to the summit of the summit. It's about a 3 hour hike so we should reach the top around 10. Then we'll have some fun up their and have another great hike down. 

Fun curriculum

Almost bed time here at jamboree. Today the purple cobras had a lot of fun with curriculums. Thomas Millard enjoyed his archery curriculum. Andy Johnson, Seth Gudeman, Matthew schmick and Dylan Defees got to try out the canopy tour going through zip lines. Nathan Henthorn went down to the shooting sports and tried out rifles. More excitement to come tomorrow

Grandaughter of Baden-Powell

Chance encounter with Gill Clay, grandaughtet of Lord Baden-Pawell!

Activity time

Activities have officially started here and many are off to their curriculums. The canopy tour seems to be a favorite. Many scouts are rushing out to be the first on the zip lines. 

Wed. July 17, 2013
Troop A343 participated in the Messengers of Peace Day of Service. we were split into 2 groups that blazed new trails in the nearby national park. We were done with service around 3 pm. The rest of the afternoon was free until dinner. a short rain shower ended the day.

Chris Noe,
Radioactive Elephants PL

Dinner time

Service day went well this morning. Everyone helped out in building a mountain biking trail. Now its dinner time. Pictures to come

Loading the buses

On our way towards our day of service. Were excited to give back to this amazing camp.

Posted by zachary rudebeck

Almost lights out

Everyone is back in camp comparing their patches. Almost lights out time then up bright and early tomorrow for our day of service. We dont know what were doing tomorrow but we are excited to contribute towards this amazing camp. 

Patch trading time

Since activities havent officailly opened yet, another full day of patch trading is on the agenda for most. It was a good show this morning but now its patch trading time. 

Let's Go!

Opening stadiim show!!

Jambo show

Made it to the opening show. Now about half an hour till it starts. 

Jambo show time

Breakfast is over and its time for the opening show. 

Up bright and early

Up nice and early with a quick breakfast then it's off to the jamboree opening show

Last words for the night

Patch trading is done for the night and it's just about bed time. Were gathering together for a few last words then it's off to bed.

Patch trading has begun

Dinner is over and everyone has splitt off doing there own thing. Some are hanging around the camp. Some are to the trading post. And have already started the 2013 jamboree patch trading. 

Camp is almost done

Camp is just about set up and we are preparing to cook dinner. We had great teamwork setting up camp and now its time to make some sort of chicken

We made it

We're just arriving at the summit greeted by a long long line of busses. We've got a lot of time to wait.

Beautiful west Virginia

We've entered West Virginia and were not far from arriving. But until then, it's x-men and a chance for a nap. 

Golden coral time

Troop picture before breakfast

We've entered Kentucky

We've just pasted Louisville Kentucky and the bus is dead silent. It's only a quarter past six due to a time zone change so some of us are still hopin to squeeze in an hour of sleep. 

It's not bed time yet

A little bit of despicable me before bed. So far off to a great start!

Almost time for departure

Bloomington is loading the busses and and then were off to West Virginia 

We're almost on our way

Say your final goodbyes. Bags are packed and it's almost time for jamboree!

We're almost on our way

Say your final goodbyes. Bags are packed and it's almost time for jamboree!

Jamboree awaits!

24 more hours! Make sure you are tired tomorrow so you can sleep on the bus

Ready for Liftoff!? Here's We Leave...

Buses will depart on July 14 from two locations:

·      10:30 p.m. — Kmart, Evergreen Square, 901 W. Lake Ave., Peoria  Map

·      12:00 a.m. (Midnight) — Schnuck’s, 1750 Bradford Lane, Normal  Map

Please arrive AT LEAST 45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. 

DO NOT change locations without first informing your unit leaders. We will be looking for you at the location where you have told us you want to depart.

60 hour countdown!

With less than 3 days until departure, time to prepare is running short and exciment is everywhere. Sew your patches on, pack your bags, and get ready because in 60 hours we will be boarding the buses for West Virginia!

July Jamboree Journal

The FINAL issue of the Jamboree Journal can now be downloaded here:
http://www.wdboyce.org/openrosters/ViewOrgPageLink.aspx?LinkKey=48550&orgkey=18

Be Prepared!

Don't you feel safer already knowing that this emergency preparedness booklet is printed and ready to hand out to you Sunday when you board the bus? Are you prepared?

Stay in the Loop

There are endless ways to stay in the loop with us while we're out and about at The Summit.  One way is through text messages.

Get the Word on Water and Conservation at The Summit

The National Scout Jamboree has created three "entertaining" videos to tell you about why conservation and "green" practices are so important at the Jamboree. Take a look--they're fun AND informative!

Watersheds

Wetlands Not Wastelands

Conservation: Keep it Clean Keep it Green

Send a JAMBOX to Favorite Scout or Scouter

For just $19.99, you can send a bright orange JAMBOX with treats like candy, cookies, trail mix and other treats, plus glow sticks, a bouncy ball, mini-first aid kit and more. Choose from three delivery days--July 17, 19 or 22. Time and quantities are short, so order today!

Here's the link:

http://orders.creativecms.com/v5fmsnet/OeCart/OEFrame.asp?Action=NEWORDER&cmenunodseq=&FromFav=&PmSess1=70&pos=BSAmer&v=3

Say Hi in a Letter

We'd love to get mail while we're home away from home and if we're not too crazy we'll even try to send a postcard home.  Here's how to reach us!

      

First Name, Last Name

Jamboree Troop #A343

2013 National Jamboree

92 SBR 2

Mount Hope, WV 25888

No Reason to be Hungry!

Thank goodness for a new improved way to pick up our meals!  The boxes look easy to tote around and even include the The Summit Grace.

An Arial View of the Jamboree

Check out this awesome map of the Jamboree.  The original can be found in your Boys' Life Magazine!

Special Edition Order of the Arrow Jamboree Patch Sets

Participant patch set (gold border)  includes lodge flap
and pocket patch.

Wenasa Quenhotan #23 is offering a two special edition 2013 National Scout Jamboree Lodge Flap/Patch Sets for just $5.00 per set (includes flap and pocket patch). Both are pictured here. The set with the gold border is for participants who are OA members to wear on their class A uniform; the one with the blue border is a “trader” patch set.

Trader  patch set (blue border)  includes lodge flap
and pocket patch.

The patches depict three rivers flowing into one, symbolizing the formation of WQ23 40 years ago from three different lodges, and the WWW of cheerful service and brotherhood. The three rivers flow into one, representing the excitement and adventure of the New River Gorge at The Summit in West Virginia. The river is spanned by the New River Gorge Bridge, and the silhouettes of Scouts in action represent just some of the activities at the National Jamboree.

Both patch sets are being ordered in limited quantities, so place your order now to receive your patches before Jamboree. Get some extras for trading with OA brothers from all over the country!

To order: Email your name, home unit number, Jamboree unit number, phone number, email and quantity of each patch design to Dan Gray at rundanrun220@gmail.com.
Subject line: Order Jamboree Patches (Scout Name).

Mail checks payable to W.D. Boyce Council to Dan Gray, 1807 Gaylord Ave., Peoria, 61614. Orders MUST be received by July 8 and full payment made in order to be filled before departure on July 14.

Bargains to be had

With the Jamboree just 26 days away there is still time to receive free shipping on orders from the Jamboree Catalog.  Don't forget to pick up your duffle bag, day pack and any patch orders from the office!

Less than a month!

There is now less than a month untill we depart for the 2013 Jamboree. Pack your bags and get ready because its going to be an amazing experience! Read the monthly newsletters to stay informed on what's going on and stay tuned for more as we get closer to the 2013 National Scout Jamboree.

Oh Boy! New Mandatory Paperwork for Everyone!

A new piece of paperwork had been handed down to us from National:  "The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve 2013 National Scout Jamboree Medical Consent Acknowledgement Consolidated Form." Whew! Luck for you, a copy is attached so you don't have to ask for it. You should review this form carefully, fill in your name and a parent or guardian to sign where indicated. Then bring this form with you when you visit either the Peoria or Bloomington office to pick up your Jamboree gear after June 15. 

We MUST get this form from everyone before we leave, both Scouts and adult leaders, and turn them in during the check-in process at The Summit.

Do you need cash at Jamboree?

There is no an opportunity to purchase gift cards that can be used at the Jamboree instead of cash!

Find Your Way Home...

This just arrived today...a map of the Alpha Base Camp, including Subcamp Prince, where we will make our home at Jamboree. Check out the location of Troop A343 in the lower right. Neighbors on just one one side! Sweet! See you there in less than 60 days!

May Jamboree Journal

All the latest news that you need to know is in the May issue of the Jamboree Journal. You should have received a copy by email, but if not you can download  on at http://www.wdboyce.org/2013-national-scout-jamboree/documents-links/48550

Get Your Gear!

Hey, your Jamboree gear, like day pack, duffle bag, patches, and nametag, will all be available on or before June 15. Contact your unit leader so we know whether you want to pick up your stuff in Peoria or Bloomington. Once you get your stuff you can start some serious planning, get those patches sewn on your uniform (thanks, Mom!), and take one big step closer to July 14, when we leave for The Summit.

There's a Sale

Check out the Council Scout Shop this evening from 6-8pm for some bargains and to get what you need for the Jamboree.  There will even be a live demo or two!  Come see how easy it is to pack you Jamboree duffle with everything you'll ever need!

The Real Deal

Jambo patch sets have arrived. If you've ordered extras, watch for news of when to pick up your individual patches or patch sets. You can still order, too.

Home Sweet Home!

Here it is! An official Jamboree tent, all ready for you to occupy. Well, not this exact tent in the foyer of the Eureka church but one just like it.

Jamboree Summit App

The Jamboree Summit App is now available for purchase from the App Store for $.99.  This is just Version 1.0 and has limited capabilities but a great way to familiarize yourself with all the features of the app.  The full version will be released the middle of June.  To get more information click here.

Patches, Patches, Patches

The 2013 Jamboree CSP patches have arrived!  If you do not have your order placed yet make sure to do so by May 6.  Troop and Crew participants are able to purchase additional patches at a reduced rate.  After May 6 everyone will purchase the patches at a higher cost.