2023 National Jamboree

8:00AM-10:00AM: General Dynamics Electric Boat Sea Perch Activity
2023-07-27 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Tillerson Building, Action Point, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
General Dynamics Electric Boat Sea Perch Activity, in collaboration with Submarine Industrial Base, University of Connecticut and University of Rhode Island will offer a limited number of spaces for Scouts to participate on July 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th. The underwater robot activity is not one you will want to miss!

8:00AM-10:00AM: OYP Training: Improve Your Marksmanship with Laser Simulators
2023-07-27 08:00 - 10:00 UTC | OYP Subcamp (D3) Training Tent, Delta Pass, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
Through active instruction and coached practice using simulators, explore the five fundamentals of marksmanship for rifles and pistols. This is a certificate-bearing course; limited to 12 participants (ages 14-20) per offering

8:00AM: Vanguard Scouting (LDS) Daily Devotions
2023-07-27 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | Duty To God & Country Community Space
Thursday, 07/27: Thrifty
Scripture
Proverbs 6:6-8 – “Go to the ant, O sluggard, observe her ways and be wise, Which, having no chief, officer or ruler, prepares her food in the summer and gathers her provision in the harvest.”
Thought for the Day
King Solomon would be quick to remind Scouts in the great outdoors of what he wrote about watching ants. Solomon would frequently make use of examples in the natural world to teach wisdom principles. A seemingly unimposing creature, the ant appears only twice in the Bible—here and in Proverbs 30:25. In both places, it appears as an example of wisdom and thriftiness, since ants work hard to store up food. They are unusual examples of industry, hard work, and determination. Apparently, ants have no leader to direct them or inspect their work, yet they work better than many people under a leader! Ants also work for their future needs, storing and gathering while it is warm, before winter comes. Anyone who has closely watched ants as they work to drag seemingly impossibly large bits of food to their nests will readily agree with Solomon that ants are striking examples of hard work.
We are slowly learning, but still live in a throw-away society. Dumps, landfills, litter, and pollution of creation stand as a silent, and ugly rebuke to this non-thrifty way of life. The Leave No Trace principles taught in Scouting represent a completely opposite way of thinking. This care and respect for our planet is an excellent example of being thrifty and will preserve the Summit for Scouts for generations to come. Environmental thrift is not limited to Scouting. There are dozens of websites devoted to earth-friendly ways to be thrifty. These include household and personal use of water, electricity, tech, paper and plastic products, care of your pets, food, and kitchen supply choices, composting and gardening, car care and maintenance, repair, re-use, and repurposing ideas. You can launch an Environmental Club at your school or church, organize a community clean-up or recycling drive, plant trees, support eco-oriented businesses and websites. Having been blessed with this beautiful planet one of our duties to God is to take gentle care of it. Being thrifty is sometimes mistaken for being stingy or cheap. Nothing could be further from the truth when it comes to environmental thriftiness. This kind of thrift benefits the whole planet and everyone on it. King Solomon would approve.
Questions for Discussion

Is your unit intentional about following Leave No Trace principles in all your outings? If not, would you consider being your unit’s LNT Champion?
How are you being environmentally thrifty at home, at school and in your daily life? What can you do more of or better?

Prayer
Creator God: Maker and Sustainer of our beautiful planet, help me to see the beauty of creation in all that I do. Lead me to a lifestyle of environmental thriftiness that is a blessing to the earth and all its inhabitants. A Scout is Thrifty. Amen.

8:00AM-9:00AM: Kodiak 101: Bringing Leadership Training to the Unit Leaders (Adult and Youth Leaders)
2023-07-27 08:00 - 09:00 UTC | OYP Subcamp (D3) Training Tent, Delta Pass, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
How can learning leadership in the field impact your Unit? And how do you get started if you’ve never run a Kodiak Challenge before? This intro class is a practical guide that covers topics from how to recruit and train your trainers to how to identify an appropriate training adventure, from a week of camping and caving at Mammoth Caves to a history tour of Washington DC to a backpacking trek in the wilds of Idaho. FOR ADULT AND YOUTH LEADERS

7:00AM-8:00PM: Jamboree Headquarters Open for Participants & JST
2023-07-27 07:00 - 20:00 UTC | Pigott Headquarters, 510 Loop Rd, Mt Hope, WV, 25880

7:00AM: Wristband Tents for Ziplines Open (First Riders for Zip begins at 8AM)
2023-07-27 07:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Ziplines – Gateway & Big Zip
First riders at 8am, wristband tents open at 7am. Adults are welcome to volunteer a half a day at the top of launches in order to get a ride and a thank you from the staff

6:30AM: Roman Catholic Daily Mass
2023-07-27 06:30 - 08:00 (America/New_York) | Charlie Sub Camp Stage, 481 Action Point, Mt Hope, WV, 25846, United States

6:30AM: Roman Catholic Daily Mass
2023-07-27 06:30 - 08:00 (America/New_York) | Delta Basecamp Stage, Delta Pass, Mt Hope, WV, 25880, United States

6:30AM: Roman Catholic Daily Mass
2023-07-27 06:30 - 08:00 (America/New_York) | Alpha Pavillion

5:30AM-9:00AM: JST Staff Breakfast & Summit to Go Lunch Pick-Up
2023-07-27 05:30 - 09:00 UTC | Fork in the Road Dining Hall, Trail 14, Glen Jean, West Virginia, 25846, United States
Start your morning enjoying breakfast with your fellow JST members. Pick up your Summit to Go Lunch before you head out for the day.

5:30AM-7:30AM: Participant Breakfast & Summit to Go Lunch Distribution Open
2023-07-27 05:30 - 07:30 UTC | Assigned Distribution Facility
Contingents will visit their assigned distribution facility to pick up items for breakfast to prepare in their campsite. Menus, preparation instructions, and nutritional information can be found in the #NatJamboree23 mobile app and at www.natjamboree23.org. Summit to Go lunch pick up will also take place so Scouts can enjoy their meal on the go during the program day.

ALL DAY: Tier 3: Mental Health Clinic
2023-07-27 00:00 - 2023-07-28 00:00 (America/New_York) | Entire National Jamboree 2023, 2550 Jack Furst Dr, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
Staffed by licensed mental health clinicians experienced in emergency and high-stress situations, the Jamboree Mental Health clinic will provide assessment, stabilization, and immediate resources to ensure safety and wellbeing of the participant and/or unit leadership. The Mental Health Clinic is located adjacent to Jamboree Health Center and can be accessed via walk-in for self-referral, on warm handoff from medical provider, on referral from Base Camp Mental Health.
There should perhaps be another separate tab (under Mental Health Services) that reads “Mental Health Emergency”, under which the following line and phone number should appear.
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, call the Mental Health Clinic at 469-439-8060.

OPEN ALL DAY: Tier 2 Base Camp Mental Health (BCMH)
2023-07-27 00:00 - 2023-07-28 00:00 (America/New_York) | Entire National Jamboree 2023, 2550 Jack Furst Dr, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
Staffed by licensed mental health clinicians, Base Camp Mental Health will provide assessment, stabilization, and recommendations to assist the participant and their unit leadership to assist in a return to safe participation in Jamboree. Base Camp Mental Health can be accessed at each of the Base Camp Medical Clinics (Alpha/Bravo, Charlie, Delta) via walk-in for self-referral, on warm handoff from medical provider, on referral from Listening Ear, Chaplain or Commissioner.

Time TBD: Welding Merit Badge
2023-07-27 | Gateway Village, 2550 Jack Furst Dr, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
Leave your imprint – on metal! Learn how to weld, and take home a piece of your work. On-site July 24-27.

10:00PM: Quiet Hours for Participants
2023-07-26 22:00 - 2023-07-27 06:00 (America/New_York) | Entire National Jamboree 2023, 2550 Jack Furst Dr, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States

9:30PM: All Leaders and Scouts Must Return To Their Campsite for a 10PM Curfew
2023-07-26 21:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Entire National Jamboree 2023, 2550 Jack Furst Dr, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States

8:45PM: Jewish - Orthodox Prayer Service
2023-07-26 20:45 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | C2 Synagogue Tent

8PM: Networking Opportunity with the National Jamboree Aides to the Chiefs
2023-07-26 20:00 (America/New_York) | A/B Basecamp
Are you a JST 18-35 years old and wanting to get more engaged with Scouting at the Council, Territory, or National levels? Want to meet other like-minded Scouters from around the country? Want to put your name down for the next National Jamboree?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then join the National Jamboree Aides to the Chiefs for a networking opportunity with fellow staff. We’ll be joined by special guests from various professional and volunteer positions.
Our reception will be held on Wednesday, July 26 at 8pm toward the rear of the dining tent in Alpha-Bravo Basecamp.
Hope to see you there!

7:00PM-9:00PM: Kazoo Band
2023-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Basecamp D pavilion, Delta Pass, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
Grab your kazoo and your sense of “hum” and come along to play in the Team VESSI Kazoo Band. Everyone’s welcome, from novice to professional. Performances slated for the Beach Party on Thurs 7/20 at 7p, the Venturing Anniversary on Sun 7/23 at 7p, and the Wild, Wild West Extravaganza, Weds 7/26 at 7p.

7:00PM-9:00PM: Simulator Shootout at the OK Corral
2023-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | OYP Subcamp (D3) Training Tent, Delta Pass, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
Test your skills on the Laser Simulator Range as part of Wild West Night.

7:00PM-9:00PM: Wild Wild West Extravaganza and Kazoo Palooza sponsored by Team VESSI
2023-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Basecamp D Pavilion and OYP Subcamp (D3) HQ, Delta Pass, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
Rope a Steer, brand your gear, show us your moves, and play games at our western-themed night at the Basecamp D Pavilion! Additionally, VESSI’s training crew is inviting you to test your skills on the Laser Simulator Range as part of Wild West Night. Go check it out at the Subcamp D3 Training Tent! #teamvessi

6:00PM-9:00PM: JST Staff Dinner
2023-07-26 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Fork in the Road Dining Hall, Trail 14, Glen Jean, West Virginia, 25846, United States
As the day draws to a close, enjoy dinner with friends, new and old as you reflect on the day.

6:00PM: Jewish - Orthodox Afternoon Prayer
2023-07-26 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | C2 Synagogue Tent

5:30PM-9:00PM: JST Staff Dinner
2023-07-26 17:30 - 21:00 UTC | Fork in the Road Dining Hall, Trail 14, Glen Jean, West Virginia, 25846, United States

5:00PM-6:00PM: Masonic Meet Up Social Gathering, at Duty to God
2023-07-26 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Duty To God Pavillion, 481 Action Point, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States

4:00PM-10:00PM: Tier 1 Listening Ear Tents
2023-07-26 16:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Basecamp C & D
Listening Ear is an entry level portal, staffed by lay people and welcomes walk-ins for all Jamboree participants. Listening Ear will provide organized, committed, and competent staff to guide and support the attendee during their time of distress. Listening Ear services can be accessed in each subcamp of Charlie and Delta throughout the 2023 National Jamboree.

4:00PM-6:00PM: Participant Dinner Distribution Opens
2023-07-26 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | Assigned Distribution Facility
Contingents will visit their assigned distribution facility to pick up items for dinner to prepare in their campsite. Menus, preparation instructions, and nutritional information can be found in the #NatJamboree23 mobile app and at www.natjamboree23.org.

4:00PM-5:30PM: Association of Top Achiever Scouts (TAS) Reception
2023-07-26 16:00 - 17:30 UTC | Alumni Adventure Complex inside the NESA Exhibit.
The Top Achieving Scouting Association (ATAS) is holding a reception for individuals who have been recognized with their countries Scouting Recognition. In the United States, the Eagle Scout Award is the highest Scouting award. In Great Britain, the King Scout is the highest award. Come and learn about ATAS.

4:00PM-5:00PM: Theater Merit Badge
2023-07-26 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Legacy Village
Come explore the world of theater! The theater merit badge is an exciting program, exploring all different aspects of the performing arts: acting, writing, directing, set design, costume, design, props, lighting and more.Our counseling staff includes a Tony nominated Broadway producer, a New York City acting and directing coach, and a specialist in lighting design and technical components. The badge can be completed in three sessions with us. Prior experience in high school or middle school theater is helpful, but not mandatory.And we have neat stuff from Broadway and off Broadway to see! Come visit.

4:00PM: ATAS (The Association of Top Achiever Scouts) Reception
2023-07-26 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | International Exhibit Tent in Action Point
The Association of Top Achiever Scouts (ATAS) Reception is July 26th at 4:00 PM at the International Exhibit Tent (Action Point). ATAS is open to all Scouts and Scouters who have earned Eagle Rank, Silver/Summit, and Quartermaster. Join ATAS before the Reception by visiting the International Exhibit ATAS table.
ATAS is an global association in 174 WOSM National Scout Organizations/Associations. For more information and online registration: visit: atas-usa.org. Membership is FREE.
