Lake Erie Council 2021 National Scout Jamboree

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!

BE A TRAILBLAZER

For the first time, the Lake Erie Council will send participants to attend the 2021 National Jamboree. Our LEC Jamboree Contingent will consists of anywhere from 4 to 5 units, comprised each of 36 youth and 4 adult leaders. The 2021 LEC Jamboree Contingent will include Male Troops, Female Troops, and Venturing Crews. 

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 8/1/2021) 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.

For more information, contact Jim Vanderpool.