2026 National Scout Jamboree

National Jamboree

July 21-31, 2026

Be the first to be in-the-know!

 

JOIN US FOR THE SCOUTING ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME!

Scouting America has announced that the next National Scout Jamboree will be held at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia in July of 2026.  More than just a gathering of Scouts, the Jamboree will provide High Adventure programming, a chance to meet Scouts from around the country, and so much more. Many of you have waited years for the opportunity to attend a Jamboree, and we are excited to offer a local contingent that will help you reach this Scouting milestone.  We hope that you will consider joining with us as we plan and take part in a memorable Scouting adventure!

Youth Eligibility Requirements

  • Must have a current BSA membership.
  • Scouts BSA: Must be age 12 by 7/21/2026 (day 1) or still age 17 on 7/31/2026 (last day of Jamboree).
    Venturing Crew or Sea Scouts: Must be age 13 and completed grade 8 by 7/21/2026 (day 1) or still age 21 on 7/31/2026 (last day of Jamboree).
  • Be approved by the Jersey Shore Council.
  • Must participate in the pre-Jamboree training experience with the Jersey Shore Council.
  • Submit a BSA Annual Health and Medical record using the online Jamboree submission process. Must be dated on or after July 1, 2025.

Young Adult Eligibility Requirements (ages 18-20)

  • Must have a current BSA membership.
  • Be between the ages of 18 and 20 on 7/21/2026.
  • Be approved by the Jersey Shore Council.
  • Must participate in the pre-Jamboree training experience with the Jersey Shore Council.
  • Submit a BSA Annual Health and Medical record using the online Jamboree submission process. Must be dated on or after July 1, 2025.

Initial Deposit to hold your place: $500

There will be a payment plan provided when initial deposit has been made.

Total amount: $2200 (estimated) by January 31, 2026

Late Fee: $2450 after February 1, 2026

Registration will close on January 31, 2026 OR when the contingent  is full, whichever comes first.

 

Payment Options:

Check
Please make checks payable to Jersey Shore Council and include the scout's name and Jambo 20206 in the memo line.  Checks are accepted at our council offices in Toms River (1518 Ridgeway Rd. Toms River, NJ 08755) during business hours, M-F, 9 AM to 5 PM.  Your payment will be entered into your account on the website and a receipt issued. 
E-check, Credit/Debit Cards
Effective January 1, 2019, all check, credit or debit card purchases will be charged a 5% transaction fee.
Cash
Cash is accepted at our council offices in Toms River (1518 Ridgeway Rd. Toms River, NJ 08755) during business hours, M-F, 9 AM to 5 PM.  Your payment will be entered into your account on the website and a receipt issued.

File Name Description
2023 National Jamboree Youth Application Download
2026 National Jamboree Adult Application Download
Jamboree Scholarship Form Download
Jamboree Uniforms Download
Personal Equipment Download