Every four years, the Pacific Skyline Council puts together Jamboree contingents. In 2026, we will have 1 contingent, comprised of 36 youth and 4 adult leaders.

Besides the Jamboree experience itself, there are many costs that are incurred in preparation for the event. These costs include (but may not be limited to):

• Airfare to and from the East Coast
• Luggage fees
• Hotel and security
• Jamboree training, meetings, and other events
• Jamboree gear, including all troop/crew specific gear (flags, unit numerals, water bottles, hats, shirts, jackets, backpack, duffle bag, patches)
• Participant Tents
• Jamboree event fee
• Dedicated Scouting professional and support staff to facilitate and assist in a successful Jamboree experience
• Bus transportation to all tour locations and to and from Jamboree with dedicated bus drivers
• A tour team to organize and facilitate all touring aspects
• A 4-day pre-tour consisting of:
  • NASCAR Hall of Fame 
  • Charlotte Motor Speedway, including Over the Wall Tour
  • U.S. National Whitewater Center 
  • Carowinds Amusement Park 

Youth Participants

The Jamboree is open to all who are qualified on a first-come, first-served basis. Qualifications to attend the National Jamboree include:

• Registered member of a Scout Troop - Minimum of 12 years of age on or before the first day of the Jamboree. --OR--
• Registered member of a Venture Crew, age 14 by July 1, 2026, but not 21 by Aug 1, 2026.
• Must live and abide by the Scout Oath and Law.
• Must abide by the Jamboree Code of Conduct.

Each Scout will be a member of a patrol within their unit. Every contingent member will be required to participate in and have the following:

• Monthly troop or crew meetings
• A completed National Jamboree Medical form signed by a licensed physician
• Attend the all-contingent gathering
• Attend an overnight training encampment.
• Have all fees paid on time, per the payment schedule below.

Adult Participants

All adult leaders must be approved by the Jamboree Chairperson prior to registration. Please contact Ron Chang at ron.chang@scouting.org or 650-341-5633 x 101 prior to registering as an adult.

Dates

July 18, 2026 (Sat) - We leave the Bay Area
July 19-21, 2026 (Sun-Tue) - We'll enjoy a pre-tour of the North Carolina area.
July 22, 2026 (Wed) - We report to the Jamboree.
July 31, 2026 (Fri) - We depart the Jamboree in the morning and head back to the airport for a trip home the same day!