The jamboree provides an exceptional opportunity for all attendees to experience a hands-on link with one of the most historic areas of the country. At the same time, it focuses the country’s pride and attention on an organization whose youth membership extends Scouting values into the 21st century.

Purpose of the Jamboree:

• Bring youth and leaders to a clear understanding of, a deeper sense of commitment to, the ideals of Scouting
• Build a deep pride in belonging to one of the world’s great youth movements.
• Show the citizens of the United States of America and the world a model of democratic action as conducted by a great youth movement in a free society.
• Give youth a rich and genuine Scouting experience of which they can truly say, “This is Scouting at its best!”
• Establish the important need for physical fitness.
• Emphasize the need for conservation of our natural resources in today’s world.
• Impress upon the youth of America the need to “Be Prepared” for the challenges of the future.
• Help youth know and love America by learning more about the principles and history of our democracy, by living and sharing with youth from all parts of the nation, and by seeing America en route to and from the Jamboree.
• Provide an opportunity to meet and camp with brother Scouts from many parts of the world.
• Inspire every participant to return to their home, troop chartered organization, and community telling the story of the freedom that is ours and the greatness of the United States of America.

The 2010 Jamboree will have a theme which has not been announced. However it will certainly be centered around the 100^th year celebration of Scouting in the United States. It will be the central point culminating months of pre-celebrations of the accomplishments of Scouting in the United States. You should anticipate some exciting arena shows and jamboree activities surrounding this milestone.

The 2010 Circle Ten tour and attendance at the National Scout Jamboree will begin on Wednesday, July 21^st with a return on Wednesday, August 4^th, 2010 at Fort A.P. Hill. The fort is located close to Fredericksburg, Va., just south of Washington, D.C. In previous jamboree trips to this site, the Circle Ten contingent troops have taken a 5 day tour prior to the jamboree. The tour has included time in New York City and Washington, D.C. Details of the jamboree tour and duration are being finalized and will be released soon.

Circle Ten has been allocated 15 troops for the 2010 Jamboree. This will again be the largest contingent from the Southern region. Space is limited, so apply early and often. With the 100 year celebration of Scouting as the major focus of the jamboree, Circle Ten anticipates the contingent will fill even quicker than prior events. Adult leaders desiring to attend will be required to recruit 9 or more Scouts who submit applications and deposits and be approved by Circle Ten’s Jamboree Committee.

The contingent troop leadership will be fully trained in all aspects of this event. Before the Jamboree, troops will be prepared by developing themselves into cohesive teams following the leadership principles and ideals of Scouting. Scouting at Its Best for the Next Century, will be the theme of our contingent and challenge to deliver a truly memorable experience for the Scouts of Circle Ten.

If you have any questions you may contact Scott Ferguson at 214-902-6777 or at sferguso@bsamail.org.