Great Basin Patch-Logo for the GSLC Sub-Camp

Hello Fellow Scouts - JamboTroopBlogger Dave here in South Jordan, Utah.

Almost everyone knows that 100 Years of Scouting is the theme for the 2010 Jamboree. We also know that many Scouts collect patches; some even take it beyond the "just for fun" level.

Anyway, the National Scout Jamboree in 2010 will feature a patch collection that will form the number "100" using 21 patch-logos for the same number of sub-camps at Jamboree 2010.

For a better idea of what I am talking about, take a look at the WR Jamboree Newsletter for August. It just came out on the 19th and includes a picture of the four Western Region sub-camp patch-logos, plus an arrow showing where in the overall "100" set of patches they fit.

As an example, Scouts coming from the Great Salt Lake Council (GSLC) have been assigned to sub-camp 6. The number 6 coincides with the first number of our Jamboree Troop 605, based in Salt Lake City, and part of the GSLC. Looking for number 6 in the set of patch-logos reveals that JT-605 hails from the Great Basin area of the Western Region. The Great Basin Patch-Logo is shown above in this post.

JamboreeTroopBlogger Dave has been told that Scouts will be able to collect (puchase) all 21 patches to make the "100" set. A large neckerchief will be available for display purposes. So, be prepared for patch trading and collecting at Jamboree 2010 - more on this topic in the future.

Keep checking back, or subscribe to the Jamboree Troop Blog feed for future posts about Jamboree 2010.

Only 337 days before the Jamboree 2010 fun begins!

Your Friend in Scouting,
JamboTroopBlogger Dave

Jamboree 2010 Staff Positions Filling Fast - Jamboree Staff Guide is Online

Hello Fellow Scouts - JamboTroopBlogger Dave here in South Jordan, Utah.

Normally, I would not post more than once a day, but I had a conversation this morning with the Associate Regional Director for Programs, John Van Dreese, at BSA's Western Region HQ. We covered several topics and one was staffing for Jamboree 2010.

For the Western Region, staffing at the four sub-camp groups is close to complete. However, John suggested that the Action Center might be an excellent choice with 50 or so spots still open. The number of open positions has been reduced substantially since last report in the WR Newsletter at the end of June. So, if you are thinking about attending Jamboree 2010 as a Staff member, it is time to get your application in online.

A good first step would be to review the Jamboree Staff Guide which is available online. It is 40 pages in pdf format and should give you a good idea of the ABCs of being a member of the Jamboree Staff.

The next step, if you are in the Western Region, would be to call Chris Hunt at 480-752-7013. Chris is also an Associate Regional Director for Programs at BSA's Western Region HQ, and he is in charge of WR Staffing for the Jamboree. Now, be aware that Chris will be doing BSA work away from his office next week, but leave him a message regarding your interest.

If you are located or interested in one of the other three BSA Regions, you may access them at BSA Central Region - BSA Northeast Region - BSA Southern Region. For more information on the Western Region and Jamboree, you will find links to the monthly WR Jamboree Newsletters in the column to the left at Jamboree Troop Blog.

There are also Staff Positions Available at the BSA National level. The National Scout Jamboree 2010 Staff page is where you will find all the information you will need.

For those Scouts out there unfamiliar with the Jamboree Site, or if you just want to have some fun, check out the Jamboree 2010 Interactive Map. Click on the Action Centers (middle of map) for events included plus a short video description. The internet is so much fun!

Jamboree 2010 will celebrate 100 Years of Scouting sure, but more than that, it will be one of those priceless memories for all that attended. What are you waiting for - take a look at the Jamboree Staff Guide and get your application in for a Staff position as soon as possible.

Your Friend in Scouting,
JamboTroopBlogger Dave

Jamboree 2010 Leader's Guide is Available

Hello Fellow Scouts - JamboTroopBlogger Dave here in South Jordan, Utah.

For all the Jamboree Troop Leaders out there - the Jamboree Leader's Guide is now available online.

The Leader's Guide is filled with information from A to Z and includes 20 appendicies. At 79 pages in pdf format, it is a tremendous resource and a "must read" for all Jamboree Troop Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters.

Get a copy of the Jamboree Leader's Guide today so you will be prepared for the next 11 months of preparations for JAMBOREE 2010!

Your Friend in Scouting,
JamboTroopBlogger Dave

Jamboree Troop 605 Schedule Changes

Hello Fellow Scouts - JamboTroopBlogger Dave here in South Jordan, Utah.

Jamboree Troop 605 will be reconvening in September. The two August meetings scheduled for next week have been cancelled. However, our Scoutmasters will be having a planning meeting next Thursday to get ready for the next 11 months before the Jamboree begins on July 26, 2010.

The JT-605 Patrol Leaders Council will meet again on Saturday, September 12th at 9:00 AM. There will also be a Troop Committee Meeting at 9:30 AM. Both meetings will be held at Christ United Methodist Church.

The next JT-605 Meeting will be combined with a Troop Canoeing Outing to a local lake. Troop 410 will provide the canoes, PFDs and paddles for a fun-filled day of canoeing. An overnight campout is planned as well. The exact location is not set yet, but mark Friday & Saturday, September 25th & 26th on your calendars now.

We have all taken the Summer off but watch for new posts now that September is just around the corner. In fact, we need your help with some information about out JT-605 Scouts. In June, at our Camp Tracy Breakfast Meeting, Scoutmaster Later challenged all the Scouts to work on their rank advancement over the summer.

So please, send me the details on our JT-605 Scouts' rank advancements, merit badges, training acomplishments, etc. so we may recognize their achievements right here at JamboreeTroopBlog.

Watch for a post on our JT-605 Scouts that completed their NYLT - Silver Moccasin this summer - it will be coming soon ...

Your Friend in Scouting,
JamboTroopBlogger Dave

Update on the National Scout Jamboree Emergency Preparedness Award

Hello Fellow Scouts - JamboTroopBlogger Dave here in South Jordan, Utah.

On April 20th we first reported on the 2010 National Scout Jamboree Emergency Preparedness Award. This important award can be earned by all Scouts participating in the 2010 National Jamboree, but only if the entire Jamboree Troop participates and meets the requirments.

When we reported in that blog post a little over a month ago, there was not an electronic image available online to show you. Well, we can show you the patch now. Once earned, this patch is to be worn on the right shirt pocket of the Scout uniform.

As we said a little over a month ago - "every Scout from every Jamboree Troop should be wearing the 2010 National Scout Jamboree Emergency Preparedness Award patch on their right shirt pocket while attending the National Jamboree in July 2010."

We are pleased to report that the Scoutmasters of Jamboree Troop 605 decided at their SM Meeting this month that JT-605 will work to earn this important award. Assistant Scoutmaster, Roark Stratton has been appointed to lead the effort.

For more information on the 2010 National Scout Jamboree Emergency Preparedness Award, visit our April 20th Jamboree Troop Blog Post, or read the News Brief section of the May-June 2009 edition of Scouting Magazine.

Your Friend in Scouting,
JamboTroopBlogger Dave

JT-605 Patrol Leaders Council meets and schedules FUN Activities

Hello Fellow Scouts - JamboTroopBlogger Dave here in South Jordan, Utah.

The following is a glimpse of how a boy-run troop operates. However, young men-run troop is probably more appropriate ... read on ...

Jamboree Troop 605 has a Patrol Leaders Council (PLC) and they met this past Saturday to schedule up some FUN activities before the summer break in a few weeks. Five members of the PLC were present and all participated in the discussion and decisions made -

• Senior Patrol Leader, Conner, an Eagle Scout,


• The Border Patrol Leader, Trent, a Star Scout,


• The Flying Zebras Patrol Leader, Robbie, a Star Scout,


• The Ligers Patrol Leader, Brandon, a Star Scout, and


• Troop Scribe, Stephen, a First Class Scout.

First on the PLC Agenda was to schedule upcoming meetings. The May 28th Troop Meeting was confirmed with a start time of 7:00 PM in the gym at Christ United Methodist Church. The Troop Meeting for June was moved to June 6th at Camp Tracy, starting at 9:00 AM with a breakfast for the Scouts and their parents. Additional planning for these two events occured later in the meeting but next up was a discussion about where to go for the Troop 605 outing in September.

All five PLC members participated in the discussion, and offered up suggestions. A vote was then taken and Conner announced the PLC's decision: the Troop 605 Meeting-Outing would be September 25 & 26, with canoes and kayaks for the Scouts to take out on a local lake TBD. Sounds like lots of FUN!

Troop 410 has a Canoe Trailer complete with canoes, kayaks, paddles and PFDs that it will rent out for a weekend for next to nothing to local Scout units. JamboTroopBlogger Dave has already made the reservation for Jamboree Troop 605 in September.

Next on the PLC Agenda was some serious business - begin development of a Diversity Code for Troop 605. Scoutmaster Doug supplied materials from various sources. The PLC members took turns reading the materials aloud to the group. The mission was provided by SM Doug, that the Senior Patrol Leader and Patrol Leaders discuss the topic with all the Scouts so the PLC could then work together in developing the Diversity Code.

The PLC, with SPL Conner directing, returned to planning the next Troop 605 Meeting on May 28th. Assignments were given to the Patrol Leaders, time was set aside for patrol meetings and a parents meeting, an indoor game was planned, and much more was scheduled. Conner even requested that the newest adult leader, ASM David Wilson provide some Jamboree Highlights from his 2005 Jamboree experience.

Last on the Agenda, the PLC tackled planning details for the June 6th Troop Meeting-Outing at Camp Tracy. Other than to say that breakfast and fun activities are planned, we will simply say that all Scouts and their parents will not want to miss this outing. It is scheduled for Camp Tracy from 9 AM to Noon on Saturday, June 6, 2009. The members of the PLC are to arrive at 8 AM to get everything ready for FUN!

For a complete listing of the events scheduled by the PLC through September, visit the Jamboree Troop 605 website and look in the right column. More details can be found at the Jamboree Troop 605 Calendar - just click on the events for the location, contact info, and more.

Your Friend in Scouting,
JamboTroopBlogger Dave