In 2013 we will be sending two troops from our council to the National Scout Jamboree at the new Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve in West Virginia.

Be a part of the first ever National Scout Jamboree at the Summit!

What is the Summit? It's an adventure center for the millions of youth and adults involved in the Boy Scouts of America. And anyone who loves the outdoors. And home to the National Scout Jamboree. And the 4th BSA High Adventure Base, with the other three being the Philmont Scout Ranch, Northern Tier and Florida Sea Base.

For a preview of the Summit:

A short promotional video of the 2013 National Scout Jamboree:

When: July 15 - July 24, 2013

Where: Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve, West Virginia

Cost: $3,500 (Same cost as the 2010 National Scout Jamboree)

Includes: Air Travel, Pre-Jamboree East Coast Tour, Jamboree Fees, Jamboree Accomodations and much more!

How to Apply: Click Here

Do I meet the qualification requirements?

•  Must have a current BSA membership with a Boy Scout troop or Varsity Scout team.
•  Must be at least First Class Scouts.
•  Must be at least 12 years of age by the first day of the jamboree or an 11 year old that has graduated the 6th grade, but has not reached their 18th birthday by the last day of the jamboree.
•  Be approved by the unit leader and local council.
•  Participate in a pre-jamboree training experience.
•  Have filed a Jamboree Personal Health and Medical record with the council jamboree committee before the pre-jamboree training.
•  Submit all registration fees per the local council's payment schedule.

1. National Staff Requirements Click Here
2. Order of the Arrow at the National Jamboree Click Here

•  Project 2013: Project 2013 is recruiting 700 Arrowmen to serve on the Order of the Arrow staff at the 2013 National Scout Jamboree at The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve. Project 2013 will be comprised of three groups including the Jamboree Trek Guides, Day of Service Guides, and the OA Service Corps. All three groups will support a variety of new and traditional activities at the jamboree site. This will be the largest OA Service Corps contingent in history and the Order is looking for the best Arrowmen in the organization to join Project 2013. Plan to attend NOAC 2012 and sign up as a Project 2013 participant. Please note that attendance at NOAC, although preferred, is NOT a prerequisite to be on the Jamboree staff.


•  Order of the Arrow Indian Village: At the 2013 National Scout Jamboree, Scouts will be able to visit the OA Indian Village during the Jamboree Trek at the top of the Garden Ground Mountain. The OA Indian Village will include an in depth view of the American Indian culture, regalia and dance of tribes from around the country. Skilled dancers and craftsmen will be needed to provide an unforgettable experience to the Scouts. Arrowmen may indicate their interest in serving on the OA Indian Village by filling out the online interest form here.


•  Recreation Staff: The Order of the Arrow will be taking the lead on providing evening recreation opportunities for all Jamboree staff. The recreation staff may host cook outs, theme nights, movies, game nights and other exciting evening programs.