The National Jamboree is Scouting's grandest tradition—a gathering of Scouts and leaders from across the nation (as well as a contingent of Scouters from overseas). Program features will reflect the skills of Scouting, the nation's heritage, physical fitness, conservation, and the spirit of brotherhood. During this brief period when the Scouts gather, you can see everything that Scouts do - and everything that Scouting is—all in one place.

Location
Since 1981 the National Scout Jamboree has been held at Ft. AP Hill in the rolling hills of Caroline County, Virginia, near the towns of Fredericksburg and Bowling Green. The installation was named in honor of Lt. General Ambrose Powell Hill, a Virginia native who distinguished himself as a Confederate commander. This 76,000-acre U.S. Army facility has served as the permanent site for the National Scout Jamboree.

Date
The Jamboree will be held July 26 – August 4, 2010.  Travel to and return from the site is approximately two days and will include historical tours.

Objectives
The goals of the National Jamboree are to:

• Give Scouts and leaders a clear understanding and a deeper sense of commitment to the ideals of Scouting
• Demonstrate to America and the world that camaraderie and the objectives of a great youth movement in a free society can be attained, even during a huge gathering
• Emphasize physical fitness and conservation of natural resources in today's world
• Establish and promulgate Scouting activities and methods that will find their way into the program of troops throughout the nation

Activities
Daily activities offer fun and challenge. Religious services provide time for reflection. A cavalcade of highlight events further depict the rich heritage of Scouting. Scouts practice and demonstrate skills such as archery, orienteering, running obstacle courses, shotgun shooting, boating, canoeing, and hunting safety, as well as take part in the disabilities-awareness trail, competitive events, the Merit Badge Midway, and an arts and science fair.

Youth Participation
Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts must be at least First Class Scouts. They must have completed the sixth grade or be at least 12 years of age by July 1, 2010, but not have reached their 18th birthday by August 3, 2010 and be approved by the unit leader and local council.  Preliminary applications are available in the "Document and Forms Library" and the Dauch Scout Center.  Space is limited and applications are accepted on a first come basis.  A non-refundable deposit of $100 is due with the application.

Jamboree Committee
The Detroit Area Council’s 2010 National Jamboree Committee is chaired by Jean Shapero, who also led the committee in 2005.  The committee coordinates the council’s Jamboree program.

National Leadership Positions
The success of the National Jamboree is based on the dedication of thousands of volunteers.  Traditionally, Detroit is among the leaders.  Applications are available in the in the "Document and Forms Library" on the right side of this page.

Jamboree Fee
The estimated fee will be approximately $1,300.  Fees include the Jamboree fee, travel and tour costs, meals, lodging, unit and patrol equipment, program materials, accident and sickness insurance, and the cost of pre-Jamboree training. Uniforms and souvenirs are not included in the fee.  Parents should encourage Scouts to pay as much of the fee as possible; A Scout is Thrifty and learns to pay his own way in life.  A limited number of camperships will be awarded and applications are available at the Dauch Scout Center. 

Additional Information
Check the national promotional video at http://www.scouting.org/jamboree/2010/