Scouting’s flagship event is one-of-a-kind. It’s a gathering of approximately 40,000 Scouts, leaders, and staff that showcases everything that is great about the BSA and its members. Held every four years, the Jamboree is an amazing opportunity for participants, volunteers, and visitors to experience the best of Scouting, all in one place. Features include; one of the longest zip line courses in North America, a world-class skate park, ATV offerings, tree-top canopy tours, rock climbing, patch trading, stadium shows, and much more!

HISTORY

The first Boy Scouts of America National Scout Jamboree was scheduled to be held in Washington, D.C., in 1935 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Scouting in America. Unfortunately, the jamboree was canceled because of a polio outbreak in Washington. When the first National Scout Jamboree was finally held in 1937, Dan Beard lit the opening campfire using flint and steel. Scouts from all 48 states brought the wood that was used in the campfire. There were 27,232 Scouts camped on the National Mall under the Washington Monument. Since that time, an additional 18 national jamborees have been held, the last in 2017.

BE A TRAILBLAZER

For the first time, the Lake Erie Council will send participants to attend the 2021 National Scout Jamboree. Our LEC National Scout Jamboree Contingent will consists of  4 units, comprised each of 36 youth and 4 adult leaders. The 2021 LEC National Scout Jamboree Contingent will include 3 Male Troops and 1 Female Troop.

FACE THE CHALLENGE

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

• Ground Transportation to and from the Jamboree
• Tent/Room and Board
• Jamboree training, meetings, and other events
• Required Training
• Jamboree gear, including all troop/crew specific gear Jamboree event fee
• Dedicated Scouting professional and support staff to facilitate and assist in a successful Jamboree experience
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YOUTH PARTICIPANTS

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

Registered member of a Scout troop, who has completed the 6th grade, or will be at least 12 years old (but who has not yet reached their 18th birthday by 8/1/2021) and a first class Scout by July 1, 2021. --OR--

• Registered member of a Venturing Crew.
• Must live and abide by the Scout Oath and Law.
• Must abide by the Jamboree Code of Conduct.

At the time of registration, Scouts will be placed in a Jamboree troop/crew that is closest to where you live, unless that troop/crew is full.  If that troop/crew is full the Scout will be placed in the closest available troop/crew.  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:

• Mandatory 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 no later than March 1, 2021.

ADULT LEADERSHIP

Adult Leadership will be selected for the Lake Erie Council Council Contingent.

Approved Adult Leaders click here to register or for more information.

Click here if you would like to apply to be an Adult Leader for 2021 Jamboree

Scoutmaster and Crew Advisor Adult Leader interviews:

• Interviews will be held in late November 2019 at Cleveland Service Center
• Online interview registration will be open Fall 2019
• Adult Leaders selected will be given the password to register.

PRICING AND REGISTRATION

2021 Jamboree with touring is $1800. Jamboree fees include everything listed above. Other out-of-pocket expenses may include (but are not limited to) additional uniforms, patches, and spending money.

A non-refundable reservation fee of $250 must accompany the initial registration.

Full payment must be received no later than March 2, 2021 in order for the participant to attend. 

The following is the payment schedule for the 2021 National Jamboree (although more may be paid in advance):

Payment Schedule:

• $250 non-refundable per youth at time of registration
• 10/30/2021 - Payment 1 - $250
• 11/30/2021 - Payment 1 - $250
• 12/30/2021 - Payment 2 - $250
• 1/30/2021 - Payment 3 - $250
• 2/28/2021 - Payment 5 -  $250
• 3/30/2021 - Final Payment $300

If for some reason a participant is unable to attend, a refund may be considered minus the non-refundable amount. If for some reason a participant is unable to attend and is able to fill his/her spot with another eligible participant, a full refund minus the initial $250 deposit will be approved.