2023 National Jamboree

9:00AM-11:00AM: Archaeology Merit Badge
2023-07-25 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

9:00AM-10:00AM: Fellowship Hour: Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Culture, hosted by the Scouts of Color Community Space
2023-07-25 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Celebrating Humanity – Community Gathering
“Asian American & Pacifc Islander Scouts and Scouters are invited to fellowship with one another in the Scouts of Color community space.”

9:00AM-9:30AM: USMC Brass Band
2023-07-25 09:00 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | Summit Center Stage

8:30AM-4:30PM: Professor Nitro Demonstrations (on the half-hour)
2023-07-25 08:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | STEM Quest, 481 Action Point, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
STEM Quest’s very own mad scientist Professor Nitro is in residence at STEM Quest for the duration of Jamboree and will be doing large scale Liquid Nitrogen experiments.
Every hour on the hour there will be a large scale energetic reaction taking place, come see it in person or HEAR about it across the Summit.
Every hour on the :30 from 8:30 to 4:40 daily we will be creating our own weather, or at least a large cloud!
Join us just outside the safety circle to observe his scientific undertakings.

During AM/PM Peak Hours: Shuttle from Basecamp A/B to Pigott (Delta Camp)
2023-07-25 08:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Basecamp A/B to Pigott (Delta Camp)

During AM & PM Peak Hours: Basecamp A/B to JLW/Stadium Shuttle
2023-07-25 08:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Basecamp A/B to JWL/Stadium

8:00AM-9:00PM: VESSI Merchandise Stations
2023-07-25 08:00 - 21:00 UTC | OYP Subcamp (D3) Chill Zone, Delta Pass, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
Gear up with “hot swag and cool gear” featuring the Older Youth Program’s favorite axolotl! Sunglasses, Bucket Hats, Neckers, and a VESSI Plushie that doubles as a camp pillow! Limited quantities available.

8:00AM-6:00PM: Trading Post Open
2023-07-25 08:00 - 18:00 UTC | Gateway Trading Post, 481 Action Point, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
The Jamboree trade posts sell a wide variety of jamboree souvenirs, camping gear, and clothing. Keep an eye out for special items, only available during the jamboree. You will not want to miss the special assortment of jamboree patches, accessories, and gifts that will commemorate this once-in-a-lifetime event!
Items available include apparel, camping gear, souvenirs, flags, emblems, name plates, electronics, personal care, sleeping, lighting, knives, bags and packs, cooking equipment, and drinkware.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Insect Study Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Boulder Cove

8:00AM-5:00PM: Climbing Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Boulder Cove
Those wanting to do the Merit Badge need identify when you arrive to ask for blue card. They will not be given out after the climb only without doing other requirements.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Messenger of Peace, Project Stations
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Entire National Jamboree 2023, 2550 Jack Furst Dr, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
Messengers of Peace (MoP) Project
Come by one of the MoP project areas to fill out a card that will be delivered to first responders. Spend 10-15 minutes writing Thank You cards to Law Enforcement, EMS, adn Healthcare workers all over the United States.
Offered at Tillerson Leadership Center, the International Pavilion, Older Youth Program Chill Zone Tent, and the Amphitheater.

CANCELLED ON TUES 07/25: Dentistry Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Duty To God & Country Community Space

8:00AM-5:00PM: Miller Electric Welding Demonstrations
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | STEM Quest, 481 Action Point, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
STEM Quest welcomes our 2nd week partner Miller Electric who will be offering live welding opportunities for Scouts. Make sure you come by and check it out!
Scouts participating in Live Welding MUST wear long pants and closed toe shoes. This is a safety issue and Scouts will not be permitted to weld in shorts.
Live welding is available to Scouts wearing long pants and closed toe shoes in STEM Quest.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Army National Guard Mission Day
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | West End
Join us for a day filled with unexpected twists and turns with missions that will keep you on your toes. Show the world that you can do anything, from search and rescues to fighting wildfires, and prove to yourself you can make a real difference in the world.

8:00AM-5:00PM: USA Archery Level 1 Course
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | The Bows
This course will be offered free of charge for any unit leader who can commit two work days at the Bows next week. Please meet at the bus stop in front of the military exhibits for a ride up to the Bows at 7:45am.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Stamp Collecting MB
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Legacy Village
Stamp Collecting offers collectors an opportunity to learn history, discover other countries and to collect topics all at the same time. The Scouts on Stamps Society International is offering Stamp Collecting merit badge to teach scouts how to build a collection, Mount stamps and about how to learn more about stamps. The entire badge can be earned here at the Jamboree.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Geology Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Legacy Village
Geology Merit badge offers an understanding of the earth, its processes and its resources. Time to earn the badge is 2.5 – 3 hours.
Learn how to identify rocks. See a live demo of erosion and deposition. Learn about the history of the Summit area and West Virginia. All scouts can earn a special patch.Staff are all professional geologists including geologists from the WV Geological and Economic Survey.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Bugling Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Legacy Village
Bugling has been used in the military and scouting as a way to communicate information. Bugling is also used as a way to recognize the service of active service personnel and veterans at funeral services. Bugles Across America who are offering the bugling merit badge sound taps at thousands of funerals every year. If you have previous experience playing an instrument you may be able to complete the full merit badge.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Scouting Heritage Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Entire National Jamboree 2023, 2550 Jack Furst Dr, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
“Learn Scouting Past and be It’s Future. Scouting Heritage MB can be nearly completed by visiting 3 areas of the Jamboree and doing activities and requirements you want to do anyway. You will do Requirements 1, 2a, 2b, 4, and 7.
PERFORMANCE PARK JAMBOSEUM”

Requirement 2b & 4 while seeing amazing patches and history.

ACTION POINT: BUCKSKIN GAMES & FIRST CAMP:

Requirement 2A: History of early influential Scouters.

BOULDER COVE-BROWN SEA ISLAND:

Requirements 1 & 7 while completing you passport games and Fireside chat with Lord Baden Powell himself.

Pick up a Blue card at any of the 3 locations to get started and keep it with you to complete them all.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Soil & Water Conversation Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Boulder Cove
Learn about the formation of soil and its properties and how it gets damaged or destroyed. Learn how to protect it for the future.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Pulp & Paper Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Conservation Trail Headquarters Tent
Come walk the shady trail and learn how the management of resources affects us. As a bonus you can earn the merit badge in about an hour.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Forestry Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Boulder Cove
Learn your way in the woods and identify different types and species of trees. Understand how forest management and expertise affects affects us and the world we live in. In two sessions that include field work, you will earn the merit badge.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Climbing Activity
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Boulder Cove
Learn about the climbing equipment and how to safelyclimb boulders, walls and how to safely rapel down to safety.
Due to equipment limitations weight limits apply: 50 pounds minimum, 250 pounds maximum.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Orienteering Activities
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Boulder Cove
Begin learning how to get around and use orienteering tools. In the process earn req 7a of the merit badge

8:00AM-5:00PM: Various Geocaching Activities Through the Jamboree
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Entire National Jamboree 2023, 2550 Jack Furst Dr, Glen Jean, WV, 25846, United States
Use your phone’s GPS to search for hidden (and not so hidden) locations and containers for clues about the Jamboree, Scouting, the Summit, its history and features, and our sustainable future. Can you find them all? Come visit us and Frank’s Little Treehouse TB Hotel.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Wood Carving Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Boulder Cove
With a little patience, you can earn the merit badge. Learn tool safety, create two carvings in one or two sessions you will have the merit badge.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Family Life Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Action Point
Thoughtful communication and teamwork are essential foundations of a happy family. Earning the Eagle-required Family Life merit badge will help you to discover the roles you play and patterns you exhibit within your home. Hopefully bringing your family closer together along the way! Come by the Family Life tent in Action Point (sponsored by Vanguard International Scouting Association), complete some requirements and learn how to complete the badge…at your home with your family!

8:00AM-5:00PM: Fly Fishing Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Fish Camp
At Fish Camp we offer a variety of experiences in fishing. Most popular is the fish dock. Almost a 100% chance of landing a fish. Three type of poles will be used, ice, spin and cane. Fly-Fishing area will present the cast with a fly and to catch a fish. Backyard Bass gives all comers a chance to learn of hone their casting skills. Merit Badge will give partials on the fishing and fly-fishing merit badges. Fishing will cover knots and catch a fish, fly-fishing will cover knots, fly tying, 30 foot cast and catch a fish. Regardless of the badges, it is just a good time.

8:00AM-5:00PM: Fishing Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Fish Camp

8:00AM-5:00PM: Sculpture Merit Badge
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Outside Tillerson
Jamie Lester, the artist who created many of the large bronze Summit sculptures (and the West Virginia state quarter) is staffing the Sculpture Merit Badge tent at Jambo23! Lester specializes in bronze monument sculpture and fine artwork. Scouts will do Statue Scavenger Hunt, and complete Sculpture MB requirements invluding Clay modeling. Epic sticker giveaways and sales of Love Hope Artwork are also available daily. Stop by to see schedule of Live Clay demos each day.
