Shakedown’s Shakedown: Your Questions Answered [Part II]
Kevin O'Keefe
September 14, 2012
The new model for the national jamboree makes patch trading an “official” activity for all participants.
The new model for the national jamboree makes patch trading an “official” activity for all participants.
Here’s a photo gallery that imagines just one day you might experience at the national jamboree. Check it out!
Once signed up for a curriculum event, a Scout or Venturer will have a reserved spot in the class. As far as electives go, they will be able to visit any activity area they choose during their free time.
Currently in the planning stages are a Leadership Excellence Center, a Better Body Better Life Center, and a Technology Center.
Both [BMX riding and skateboarding] are part of our world-class program experience which have higher energy and are more diverse, more intense, and more physically challenging than ever before.
Within each adventure area, progressive skill levels will be offered so that Scouts at any level of proficiency may participate, from beginner to advanced. It’s a totally different concept from past jamborees.
One thing that struck me from reading the suggestions is there’s still some confusion over what Shakedown was about and how the Shakedown experience relates to what you can expect at the 2013 National Jamboree. To clarify: It really doesn’t relate.
[Target sports] is another part of our world-class program experience which is more diverse, more intense, higher energy and more physically challenging than ever before.
Scouts participating at the Shakedown only received a taste of what will be offered at the 2013 jamboree.
Want to try SUP (stand-up paddleboarding)? What about a water obstacle course? Into kayaking? How about breathing underwater as a scuba diver?
Situated in the wilds of West Virginia, The Summit Bechtel Reserve is a training, Scouting, and adventure center for the millions of youth and adults involved in Scouting America and anyone who loves the outdoors. The Summit Bechtel Reserve is also home to the National Scout Jamboree and the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base.
The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
