Jamboree is more than a destination; it is the adventure of a lifetime. It is a gathering, or jamboree, of tens of thousands of Scouts, leaders, and Jamboree Service Team of Scouting America. Usually held every four years, the Jamboree is an amazing opportunity for participants, volunteers, and visitors to experience the best of Scouting, all in one place. Over the course of ten summer days, the Jamboree features including one of the longest zip line courses in North America, a world-class skate park, ATV offerings, treetop canopy tours, rock climbing, archery, water obstacle course, patch trading, stadium shows, optional white water rafting and much more!
HISTORY
The first Boy Scouts of America national jamboree was held in Washington, D.C., in 1937 with 27,232 Scouts from all 48 states. Since that time, an additional 19 national jamborees have been held, the last in 2023. The 2026 National Jamboree will be held at the Bechtel Summit, one of Scouting America’s High Adventure Base Camps with a celebration of our Country’s 250th year anniversary.
DETAILS
The San Diego-Imperial Council will have two Jamboree Contingent units each with 36 youth and (one boy unit, one girl unit). A wait list will be established due to the higher volume of Scouts wanting to attend the Jamboree.
Besides the Jamboree experience itself, the contingent units will be participating in a tour of Philadelphia and Washington DC (highlighting the 250th year anniversary) prior to the Jamboree experience. The contingent fee includes (but may not be limited to):
- Airfare to and from San Diego
- Luggage fees
- Hotel and security
- Jamboree training, meetings, and other events
- Jamboree gear, including all troop specific gear (flags, unit numerals, hats, shirts, jackets, backpack, duffle bag, neckerchief, nametag and patches)
- Jamboree event fee
- Dedicated Scouting professional and support staff to facilitate and assist in a successful Jamboree experience
- Bus transportation to and from Jamboree with dedicated bus drivers
SCOUT PARTICIPANTS
The Jamboree is open to all who are qualified on a first-come, first-served basis. Qualifications to attend the National Jamboree include:
- Registered member of Scouting America in a Scouts BSA Troop, at least 12 years of age by July 22, 2026 and no older than 17 years of age by July 31, 2026.
- Must live and abide by the Scout Oath and Law.
- Must abide by the Jamboree Code of Conduct.
At the time of registration, Scouts will be placed in a Jamboree troop (boy or girl). Each Scout will be a member of a patrol within their Jamboree unit. Every contingent member will be required to participate in and have the following:
- Monthly troop meetings
- National Jamboree Health form including Part C signed by a licensed physician
- Attend the all-contingent gathering
- Attend an overnight training encampment.
- Have all fees paid no later than March 2, 2026.
PRICING AND REGISTRATION
The 2026 Jamboree contingent/participant cost is $4,835.00 each. Jamboree fees include everything listed above. Other out-of-pocket expenses may include (but are not limited to) additional uniforms, patches, and spending money.
A non-refundable reservation fee of $300 must accompany the initial registration. Once you click on the registration button, you will be prompted to "choose participant type". Once you begin your registration process, you will also be prompted to indicate which type of unit you would prefer to be in: Scouts BSA Boy Troop or Scouts BSA Girl Troop.
We recommend regular payments be completed. Full payment must be received no later than March 2, 2026 in order for the participant to attend. The following is a payment schedule for the 2026 SDIC National Jamboree participants (although more may be paid in advance):
Balance Due Schedule (per participant):
There are no refunds available. In the event that a participant is unable to attend, it is the responsibility of such to find a replacement that will reimburse the participant and funds paid to date will transfer to the replacement. If a participant is unable to attend due to an emergency, a refund may be considered minus the non-refundable amount. If for some reason a participant is unable to attend and is able to fill his/her spot with another eligible participant, a refund will be approved minus any travel fees incurred due to name change.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND FINANCIAL NEEDS
There are participant scholarship opportunities available from the National office. SDIC contingents will also have opportunities for fundraising to offset the participant fees.
For general information about Jamboree check out the Jamboree website here
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