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Put Your Fitness to the SEAL Test

The 2013 National Scout Jamboree is no weekend camping trip. You'll have a chance to experience all kinds of amazing ways to test your physical fitness and mental skill and ability with the activities offered. Hopefully, you're already exercising... From Summit Blog 1 week ago

Happy Feet: Kicking Around the 2013 Jambo

Walking is the way to go at the Summit. Here are a couple of pointers for taking care of your feet while getting around the 2013 National Scout Jamboree: It's All About the Shoes While hiking boots provide more support and warmth, a pair of trail... From Summit Blog 2 weeks ago

Three Reasons Everyone Needs the Jamboree Summit App

Whether you're heading to the Summit as a jamboree participant , staff member , or visitor , the Jamboree Summit App is one of the smallest items you need to pack. If you're an Apple iOS or Android user, here are three reasons to download the app... From Summit Blog 3 weeks ago

Jamboree Medical Forms: Getting It Done

Ahh, medical forms. They're always a pain to finish filling out. And that due date always seems to sneak up on us. Speaking of which, the deadline for turning in medical forms for the 2013 National Scout Jamboree is April 15, so it's time to get... From Summit Blog 3 months ago

Warning: Addictive! BMX Courses at the Summit

Plenty of dirt. Loads of rollers. Jumps if that's your thing. Hit the BMX bike course at the Summit and see how you stack up. Bikers of all levels will find a home here, and as Jessica S. of Patrol Z found out, this whole BMX thing is way... From Summit Blog 6 months ago

BMX: Go Big With Patrol Z [Video]

Think BMX is just for the pros? No way! Heck, even the pros had to get their start somewhere - they weren't born on a bike, ya know. The Summit is gearing up for all levels of BMX enthusiasts, whether you're an actual pro or just testing the rounds... From Summit Blog 6 months ago

Something New: Whitewater Rafting at the Summit

Patrol Z is a group of new-media journalists made up of Scouts and Venturers from all across America. High adventure, service, and achievement are what we're all about. Want to get in touch with us? Tweet to us @PatrolZ , and follow our photos on... From Summit Blog 7 months ago

Skatepark at the Summit: A Firsthand Look

Patrol Z is a group of new-media journalists made up of Scouts and Venturers from all across America. High adventure, service, and achievement are what we're all about. Want to get in touch with us? Tweet to us @PatrolZ , and follow our photos on... From Summit Blog 7 months ago

The Ultimate Guide to the 2013 National Scout Jamboree

You've got a lot of questions about the 2013 National Scout Jamboree and its new home at the Summit in West Virginia. Your Scouts want to know how many zip lines there will be, if they'll be old enough to go whitewater rafting, and of course, if... From Scout Wire 8 months ago

Get Wild (and Wet) at the Jamboree [Video]

Patrol Z is a group of new-media journalists made up of Scouts and Venturers from all across America. High adventure, service, and achievement are what we're all about. Want to get in touch with us? Tweet to us @PatrolZ , and follow our photos on... From Summit Blog 8 months ago

3 Things You Need to Know About Venturing at the Jamboree

Patrol Z is a group of new-media journalists made up of Scouts and Venturers from all across America. High adventure, service, and achievement are what we're all about. Want to get in touch with us? Tweet to us @PatrolZ , and follow our photos on... From Summit Blog 8 months ago

We Made It to the Summit - Now What?

Patrol Z is a group of new-media journalists made up of Scouts and Venturers from all across America. High adventure, service, and achievement are what we're all about. Want to get in touch with us? Tweet to us @PatrolZ , and follow our photos on... From Summit Blog 8 months ago

A Look at Camp Life at the Summit [VIDEO]

What's camping at the Summit Bechtel Reserve going to be like? Wait, what? We don't have to bring a tent? We don't have to bring a chuck box? There is a lot that's different about the 2013 Nationald Jamboree now that it's going down at the Summit -... From Summit Blog 9 months ago

5 Easy Ways to Survive the Summit

Patrol Z is a group of new-media journalists made up of Scouts and Venturers from all across America. High adventure, service, and achievement are what we're all about. Want to get in touch with us? Tweet to us @PatrolZ , and follow our photos on... From Summit Blog 9 months ago

Chief Scout and Technology

Wayne Brock is the new Chief Scout of the BSA. He has an interview in the Sept-Oct issue of Scouting magazine. In it, he mentions technology a few times, and I'm happy to see that he realizes technology is here and is a tool to be used. It also... From Scoutmaster Musings 10 months ago

SummitCorps: Bringing It Back Home

Patrol Z is a group of new-media journalists made up of Scouts and Venturers from all across America. High adventure, service, and achievement are what we're all about. Want to get in touch with us? Tweet to us @PatrolZ , and follow our photos on... From Summit Blog 10 months ago

Getting Scouts Social With Patrol Z

Want to get your Scouts connected and inspired? Hook them up to the Patrol Z social channels and watch the engagement grow! We all know that kids are social beings. They are no strangers to Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc., where they enjoy... From Scout Wire 10 months ago

Scouting at NAS Pensacola

Patrol Z is a group of new-media journalists made up of Scouts and Venturers from all across America. High adventure, service, and achievement are what we're all about. Want to get in touch with us? Tweet to us @PatrolZ , and follow our photos on... From Summit Blog 10 months ago

6 More Shakedown Instagram Pics From Patrol Z

Patrol Z reporters tried to photograph the Summit Shakedown from every angle, and many of those photos were broadcast via the Patrol Z Instagram feed . Here are just a few of the sights from Scouts' and Venturers' first experience at the Summit... From Summit Blog 11 months ago

Miss the Summit Shakedown? You Can Still Experience It Online!

Want to ramp up the excitement around the 2013 National Scout Jamboree? Jump on our social sites right now! From Friday, July 13, through Tuesday, July 17, roughly 2,000 Boy Scouts, Venturers, and unit leaders-as well as 400 staff members-were on... From Scout Wire 11 months ago

An Interview With the Summit Director

Wednesday is normally the day Summit Director Dan McCarthy posts his update. This week, we've got him on video. Patrol Z reporters Kevin M. and Patrick B. interviewed Dan during the Summit Shakedown, to find out more about Dan's background and the... From Summit Blog 11 months ago

1 More Reason the 2013 Jamboree Will Be Epic

What do you get when 1,300 Scouts, Scouters, and Venturers converge upon the Summit for the Summit Shakedown? A great event. What happens when that number becomes 50,000 next year? An epic, once-in-a-lifetime event. One of the best things that the... From Summit Blog 11 months ago

8 Funky Photos From the Shakedown

Are you following Patrol Z on Instagram ? Home for the Scouts and Venturers at the Summit Shakedown comes with an orange dome. Instagram is a smartphone app that allows you to apply funky filters to your photos and share them - with your friends on... From Summit Blog 11 months ago

3 Picture-Perfect Stops on Your Way to the Summit

Traveling to The Summit Bechtel Reserve can be a great adventure in and of itself but there are also a lot of great places you can explore. Here are three totally rad side trips to check out on your way to the 2013 National Scout Jamboree ... From Summit Blog 11 months ago

Tent City, in Effect!

The rain did nothing to dampen the enthusiasm that members of the Boy Scouts of America brought to the Summit as they arrived to begin the Summit Shakedown , a trial run for the first jamboree to be held at the new property. As soon as contingents... From Summit Blog 11 months ago

Going the Extra Mile to Get to the Shakedown

How far would you go to join a contingent to see the Summit. We found 2 Scouts who went more than a few extra miles. Across the country, Scouts assembled for the 2012 Summit Shakedown , which began Friday. The Shakedown is being put on in... From Summit Blog 11 months ago

How to Follow the Summit Shakedown

About 2,000 Scouts, Venturers and staff volunteers are now among the first to actually experience the Summit Bechtel Reserve! This group is part of a 4-day Summit Shakedown that starts today. The special event will be important for jamboree... From Summit Blog 11 months ago

Osprey Ace 48 | the Z Review

Editor's Note: This post is part of an ongoing collaboration between Patrol Z and the BSA Supply Group. For a full list of available products, visit www.scoutstuff.org . All content is produced by Scouts and Venturers from Patrol Z. The Osprey Ace... From Summit Blog 11 months ago

Teach Me to Climb

Venturers from New Orleans, Louisiana, recently went through the intense BSA climbing instructor training. The course certifies both Scouts/Venturers and leaders as official BSA climbing instructors. Climbing is a fun, yet somewhat risky, activity... From Summit Blog 11 months ago

Service Has No Age Limit

Have you ever considered how service projects are related to being a good citizen? There are even a few parts of our Scout Law involved-like being kind and helpful, to name two! As Scouts, we get involved with all kinds of service projects in our... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

3 Ways to Ramp Up Your Patch Trading

The 2013 National Jamboree is all about action, right? Well, right, as long as "action" includes patch-trading action. Just like in past jamborees, and in addition to all the high-adventure activities that will be available to you, 2013 will... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Osprey® Kestrel 58 | the Z Review

Editor's Note: This post is part of an ongoing collaboration between Patrol Z and the BSA Supply Group. For a full list of available products, visit www.scoutstuff.org . All content is produced by Scouts and Venturers from Patrol Z. For a pack... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

A Scout's Cycling Experience

You wake up to the sound of your rain fly shaking and the voice of your patrol leader telling you to get up. Quickly, you get dressed and hop out of your tent. Soon your patrol members start cooking a delicious breakfast. Each time you leave your... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Ever Heard of a Sea Scout?

Have you heard of a Sea Scout? Well, just in case you haven't, Sea Scouts is part of Venturing. Its members focus on sailing, maritime skills, and of course, having fun. Cool, huh? A Little History Lesson for You Like Scouting itself, Sea Scouting... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Dodging for Adventure

When Troop 108 in the Revolutionary Trails Council decided to plan a trip to the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base , they knew they needed to raise some dough. So, what comes to your mind when you think of fundraising? Let me guesscan... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

What Is Your Path to the Summit?

Scouts and Venturers attending the 2013 National Scout Jamboree from the South Texas Council may want to brush up on their "I spy" and alphabet-spotting skills. And for good reason, too: The 1,750-mile journey from Corpus Christi, Texas, to the... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

The Perfect Gift | "Meet Me at the Summit" Tumbler

Editor's Note: This post is part of an ongoing collaboration between Patrol Z and the BSA Supply Group. For a full list of available products, visit www.scoutstuff.org . Looking for the perfect gift for your family or friends? Check out the "Meet... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

5 Ways You Can Stay Active in Scouting

Once completing Cub Scouts, it is natural to move up to Boy Scouts. But what about after that? Far too often, I hear adult leaders speak about losing their prized Eagle Scouts to the world abroad. We are becoming increasingly busy with high school,... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Patrol Z Offers Gear Reviews

The members of Patrol Z , the BSA's youth-led group of media specialists, have been hard at work over the past few months creating content for your enjoyment. And now, the crew's latest assignment, which is part of an ongoing collaboration with the... From Scout Wire 1 year ago

Step 3, Putting Your Skills to the Test

Youth Leadership is a big deal, and Chris S., one of the Patrol Z Reporters understands this better than many. His 3-part blog entry will outline some of the many ways Scouts can become effective leaders: NYTL. Keep reading for the 3rd part of... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Meet Patrol Z [Video]

We are members of Patrol Z, and we're here to tell your story. We are interested in letting others know what fun, cool and exciting opportunities you are taking part in, so they can get excited about Scouting, and specifically Jamboree 2013 at the... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Camelbak 2011 Lobo Hydration Pack

Editor's Note: This post is part of an ongoing collaboration between Patrol Z and the BSA Supply Group. For a full list of available products, visit www.scoutstuff.org . Indoors or outdoors, good weather or bad, hiking or biking; there isn't always... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Leadership With an EDGE

Youth Leadership is a big deal, and Chris S., one of the Patrol Z Reporters understands this better than many. His 3-part blog entry will outline some of the many ways Scouts can become effective leaders: NYTL. Keep reading for the 2nd part of... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

BSA Patrol/Troop First-Aid Kit | the Z Review

Editor's Note: This post is part of an ongoing collaboration between Patrol Z and the BSA Supply Group. For a full listing of available products, visit www.scoutstuff.org . The BSA Patrol/Troop First-Aid Kit from Adventure® Medical, is a well... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

One Way You Can Gain Leadership Skills

Youth Leadership is a big deal, and Chris S., one of the Patrol Z Reporters understands this better than many. His 3-part blog entry will outline some of the many ways Scouts can become effective leaders: NYTL. Keep reading for the 1st part of... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Quantum of Fellowship

The Order of the Arrow (OA) was founded in 1915 by E. Urner Goodman and Carrol A. Edson, as a society honoring those Scouts who best exemplified the Scout Oath and Law. By 1948, over two-thirds of the Boy Scouts of America's councils had OA lodges... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Scouting for Food [Photo Gallery]

Scouting for Food , an annual service project rooted in the founding principles of Scouting, helps thousands of families in need. Initiated by the Greater St. Louis Area Council in 1985, the program now encompasses the entire nation. Each year,... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Gettysburg: Experience the Past

Where can you go to see one of the most significant and well-known battlefields of the Civil War in person? Gettysburg, of course. Gettysburg was an unexpected battle that became the decisive victory for the North, giving them the advantage that... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Did You Know LEGOs Are a Part of Scouting?

What do you get when you have thousands of LEGOs, a ton of games, a karaoke system, section officers from around the Northeast, and a weekend filled with total awesomeness? You get the Northeast Region Gathering of Leaders, of course! The 2011... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

Tree to Tree Is Growing

Project COPE (Challenging Personal Outdoor Experience) has been a favorite in Scouting at summer camps, and for troops and crews that want a little excitement when it comes to a day in the woods. However, a new form of COPE is now growing in... From Summit Blog 1 year ago

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