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3:00PM-5:00PM: Forward Together With Thanks, hosted by the Jamboree Community Spaces

Community Spaces tent (AP-25) Valley Loop, Glen Jean, WV, United States

A Scout is Cheerful. During this program, interested Jamboree participants are invited to visit the community spaces to share their gratitude for someone, or some program, which made their Jamboree experience exceptional! Jamboree participants will be invited to complete thank you cards which they can bring to someone at the Jamboree, such as a friend, …

3:00PM-5:00PM: Inventing Merit Badge

Inventing Merit Badge Booth in Gateway Village

Unleash your inner inventor and bring your ideas to life! Join the United States Patent and Trademark Office in discovering the Inventing Merit Badge. Come design, create, and innovate while learning what it takes to change our world through inventing and entrepreneurship. Create your own water device, your own LED Name Badge and, your own …

3:00PM-5:00PM: General Dynamics Electric Boat Sea Perch Activity

Tillerson Building Action Point, Glen Jean, WV, 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!

3:15PM-5:15PM: Archaeology Merit Badge

Archaeology Merit Badge Booth

Presented by Council of Virginia Archaeologists and Heart of Virginia Council BSA. Experience how Archaeologists study our past and preserve it for future generations. Scouts will earn the merit badge by participating in a 2-hour activity session.

4:00PM-5:00PM: Theater Merit Badge

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 …

4:00PM-5:30PM: Philmont Staff Association (PSA) Member Reception

Alumni Adventure Complex inside the NESA Exhibit.

The Philmont Staff Association (PSA) will hold a reception for all current members of PSA. The event is free for PSA members who are attending the Jamboree.  If you are interested in joining the PSA or just have some questions about membership, please contact Bob Mosher at [email protected]

4:00PM-6:00PM: Participant Dinner Distribution Open

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-10:00PM: Tier 1 Listening Ear Tents

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 …