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Explanation About
"What To Take"
Duffel Bag -
You will be given a jamboree duffel bag to pack your possessions into. Do not
bring rigid footlockers. We won't have room in the bus for them. Since the
duffel bags will be locked into the bottom bays of the bus until we arrive at the
jamboree, make sure you don't pack anything you'll need along the way or in Washington,
D.C. inside the duffel!
Day Pack -
Besides a duffel bag, you will also need a daypack to take with you. When you
leave Kalamazoo, it should contain all the stuff you will need to use before you hit A.P.
Hill. Packed inside should be clothes for Washington, D.C., hygiene kit, swimming
suit, money, camera, etc. etc. At the jamboree you will also need something to carry
your goodies (map, patches, water bottle, etc.) in.
Mark Your Stuff -
There will be approximately 320,000 scout socks at the jamboree.
The joke of "Hey, anybody missing a green sock?" gets old quick at AP Hill!
Please mark all of your clothing with a laundry marker. Believe me, khaki stuff
starts to look alike after awhile!
Sleeping -
Summer nights at the jamboree can vary from chilly to sweltering.
Most scouts bring either a summer weight sleeping bag or some sheets and a warm
blanket. Whatever you bring, make sure you have something water-proof to store it in
during the daytime when you're away from camp. Virginia's summer heat and humidity
make for frequent heavy downpours. They don't have the facilities to dry 10,000 wet
bags at A.P. Hill.
"Class B" Uniforms -
Do not bring "street" shirts to the jamboree. During the
daytime activities, you're encouraged to dress comfortably in a scouting related T-shirt
and shorts.
Rain Gear -
Plan on things getting wet at some point. Make sure you have decent
rain gear. Two piece rain suits work better than ponchos. You may also want to
pack a cheap emergency poncho in your fanny pack in case of a sudden downpour while you're
away from camp.
Footwear -
Be sure to bring comfortable footwear. You will get a lot more exercise
walking around the 5+ mile ring road at the jamboree than you are used to, I guarantee it!
Tennis shoes are OK for wearing with "Class B" uniforms. Make sure
you have comfortable socks too. Blisters can really cramp your style and limit your
fun. Be sure to "break in" your shoes before you leave home.
Water Bottles -
Dehydration, besides blisters, is one of the most common medical problems at
national jamborees. Each scout should have a small water bottle to carry in their
daypack or fanny pack. Be sure to use it often.
Laundry -
Each scout will do laundry during the jamboree. You won't have enough room to
pack enough clothing for the full trip. The troop "washing machines" are
made of 5 gallon buckets and a hand plunger. Each scout will need to bring some
detergent along in a spill-proof container.
Watches -
It is mandatory that you bring a functioning watch with you. With a tight
touring schedule, it is important that everyone is on time for departures and rendezvous.
Spending Money -
All costs covering food, transportation, lodging, admissions, etc. are already paid
for by your contingent fee. All that you will need to cover is snacks, souvenirs,
and other "blow money" items. "How much money should I bring?"
is one of the most common questions we hear. The answer varies by each person, but
$10-$15 per day is about average. Snack foods are priced at the jamboree about the
same as at home. Prices for souvenirs are about the same as the ones in the catalog
you just received.
At this time it is not certain
if the troop will have a central banking system. If bringing cash, make sure you
have a way to secure it. If bringing traveler's checks, made sure you have a picture
ID to present if asked when it comes time to cash them.
Radios -
Personal radios (headphones only) are welcome. The jamboree will operate a
radio station with popular music formatting as well as important jamboree news and
information.
"Flames Off!" -
No propane or candle powered lanterns are to be brought to the Jamboree. This
is to minimize the fire hazard in our "tent city". Electric powered
lighting only please!
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