|  2013 National Scout Jamboree July 15 - 24, 2013 Join us on FaceBook: Facebook.com/2013JamboreeAAC The time is now to be part of the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. This is your opportunity to gather with over 40,000 other Scouts and Scouters from across the Nation to celebrate the 19th National Scout Jamboree. The Jamboree will be held in the new Scout property at The Summit – Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia. The dates of the Jamboree will be July 15 – 24, 2013. The sign-up for the Jamboree is now open online at The 2013 National Scout Jamboree. We are currently full for our Council Jamboree Contingent. If you would like to be on the Wait List please go online to the 2013 National Jamboree to Register. The cost of the 2013 National Scout Jamboree is $1,300 which includes Jamboree fees, transportation, food, lodging and most equipment. The 19th National Scout Jamboree will be celebrated at the new home of the National Scout Jamboree at The Summit: Betchel Family National Scouting Reserve in West Virginia. Make your plans now to be part of the Jamboree in 2013. For two weeks, this group of Scouts will represent Atlanta Area Council at the Jamboree with 45,000 other Scouts from across the globe. The activities will be practically endless for everyone to enjoy during the Jamboree. It will truly be a once in a lifetime experience to enjoy Scouting at its absolute best. If you have any questions regarding the Jamboree, please see The 2013 National Scout Jamboree or contact Bion Jones or Tom Morin for more information.  Jamboree Patches: The Atlanta Area Council has designed a very unique and fun set of patches for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. The "Cool Birds Get Wild" patches should be a hot commodity for traders at the Jamboree this summer. 2013 patch set orders are no longer available, deadline is past  What is a Jamboree? The first Jamboree was held in 1932 organized by Lord Baden Powell, the founder of Scouting, to gather Scouts together in fellowship and games. Since 1937, the Boy Scouts of America has hosted National Jamborees in the United States. The activities are practically endless including sailing, kayaking, fishing, scuba, archery, trap shooting, bikeathlons, rappelling, Action Alleys, Merit Badge Midways and many other activities. The Jamboree is Scouting at its very best. Where is the Jamboree? The Jamboree will be conducted at the Summit-Betchel Family National Scouting Reserve in West Virginia. Who can go to the Jamboree? The Atlanta Area Council will be represented by 6 Troops (216 youth and 24 adults) at the 2013 Jamboree as official participants of our Contingent. In addition we will take 2 Venturing Crews (16 youth and 4 adults). The participants from units all over the Atlanta Area Council will be formed into special Jamboree Troops/Crews. This will truly be a once in a lifetime experience. Space will be limited. Participating Scouts must between the ages of 12 and 18 at the time of the Jamboree and at least have attained the rank of 1st Class. Registered Venturers must be between the ages of 14 and 20 at the time of the Jamboree. What is the cost of the Jamboree? The cost of the Jamboree for the Atlanta contingent is estimated to be $1,300. Included will be National fees, transportation, equipment, meals, training and insurance. There will be limited opportunities for camperships for those that may have difficulty with the entire fee. We would encourage all Jamboree Scouts to start their individual fundraising efforts now. Our AAC Jamboree Payment Plan is listed below. How can I go as an Adult? While the Jamboree is designed for the boys that are in the Boy Scout program, there is a place for adults to attend the Jamboree as well. The Atlanta Council contingent will be led by a select group of 28 Scouters that have applied, interviewed and trained to lead the special Contingent Troops/Crews. At this time, this group is in place. There is plenty of opportunity for adult Scouters to attend the Jamboree as part of the National Staff that is needed to run the Jamboree. In addition to working at the Jamboree, you will have time to see the sights and participate in the activities. How to Apply: All youth and adults must complete an online application. Applicants will need to use their BSA ID number to complete the application Web site. Youth will need parental assistance in applying for the Jamboree. This application does not guarantee you a position for the Jamboree, but does get you started on the process to be approved as a participant, or staff member. For further information contact: Jamboree Committee Chairman - Tom Morin Jamboree Professional Staff Advisor - Bion Jones .jpg) Atlanta Area Council 2013 Jamboree Scoutmasters/Crew Advisors: - Randy Yates, Lead Scoutmaster
- Brad Gilmer
- Michael French
- Melissa Ludwig
- Damon Edmundson
- David Cowan
Crew Advisors: 2013 National Jamboree Atlanta Area Council Participant Payment Plan The cost of the Jamboree is $1300. This amount includes National Jamboree fees, transportation, food, and most incidentals. Amount Date Due $200 Deposit Due upon Registration $300 June 30, 2012 (total of $500) $300 September 30, 2012 (total of $800) $300 January 31, 2013 (total of $1100) $200 April 30, 2013 (total fee - $1300) Payments can be made by cash, check or major credit card. Checks should be made payable to: Atlanta Area Council Please indicate the Scouts name, Account Number #1-6801-074-20 and National Jamboree on all payments. Deliver or mail payments to: Atlanta Area Council Program Center 1800 Circle 75 Parkway Atlanta, GA 30339 Jamboree Refund Policy: The first $100 is non-refundable. The remainder of the Jamboree fees is refundable only if the withdrawal is in writing and your participant spot is filled by another Scout. AAC reserves the right to process refunds after completion of the Jamboree in August 2013. Jamboree Patches: The Atlanta Area Council has designed a very unique and fun set of patches for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree. The "Cool Birds Get Wild" patches should be a hot commodity for traders at the Jamboree this summer. | 
