The fees include a limited Jamboree swag package which will include at least a duffle bag, patches, class b, tents, neckerchief, hat, and NSJ unit numerals as well as touring a yet to be determined area of the East Coast prior to our arrival at the Jamboree. 

Additional patches and swag may be purchased at an added expense to the Scout ahead of time.  

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, who has completed the 6th grade, or will be at least 12 years old (but who has not yet reached their 18th birthday by 8/1/2026) and a First Class Scout by July 1, 2026. 

–OR–

Registered member of a Venture Crew or Sea Scout Ship who will be at least 14 years old (but who has not yet reached their 21st birthday by 8/1/2026).

Must live and abide by the Scout Oath and Law.

Must abide by the Jamboree Code of Conduct.

Must be interviewed and approved by the Jamboree committee.

At the time of registration, Scouts will be placed in a Jamboree troop and 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 meetings (online)

A completed National Jamboree Medical form signed by a licensed physician turned in by Council deadline 3/1/2026

Meet mandatory uniform requirements (ex: 2 Class A shirts with contingent patches) and have appropriate personal gear for two weeks of high adventure/travel.

Attend the all-contingent gathering (Anchorage)

Attend an overnight training encampment. (Anchorage)

Have all fees paid no later than June 1st, 2026

Each participant will need to have their own email address. Youth may not use their parent’s email as there are unique NSJ applications that required unique emails for parents and Scouts. The National Scouting BSA website requires a unique email address for each Scouting member. This email is tied to the Scout or Scouter’s BSA ID number.