National SCOUT JAMBOREE

History

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!

To learn more about the 2026 National Jamboree visit: https://jamboree.scouting.org

BE A TRAILBLAZER

The Lake Erie Council will be sending participants to attend the 2026 National Scout Jamboree. Our LEC National Scout Jamboree Contingent will consist of troops made up of Scouts from across the Council. For the 2026 Jamboree, out goal is to fill a 40-person male unit and a 20-person female unit. This means if your troop is interested in bringing part or all of your troop with adult leaders, you will be accommodated. 

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

If your troop is interested in learning more about the National Jamboree, please contact the Lake Erie Council Jamboree Chairman, Steve Fink.

ADULT LEADERSHIP

For the 2026 Jamboree, there will be four adult leaders per 40 person unit. Each will serve in a unit leadership role as Scoutmaster or one of three Assistant Scoutmasters. 

Contingent Leadership, such as the Scoutmaster for each contingent troop, and the contingent leader will be selected from the pool of adult leaders who have been approved to attend the National Jamboree.

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 is at least 12 years old (but who has not yet reached their 21st birthday by 7/22/2026) by July 22, 2026. --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.

Each Scout will be a member of a patrol within their patrol. 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 6, 2026.

Pricing

2026 Jamboree is $2500. 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.

Registration is online at: https://scoutingevent.com/440-jamboree2026

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.

Questions

If you have any questions, please reach out!

Steve Fink, Jamboree Committee Chairman, jamboree@lecbsa.org
Dan Goerndt, Jamboree Committee Staff Advisor, Daniel.goerndt@scouting.org