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Events

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Boy Scout

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Venturing

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Special

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Jambo Text

Alerts

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Scout Band 4

Volunteer Information

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Weekend Schedule

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J AMBO 2015

NEWSLETTER

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Enter the Jambo 2015 Stadium Show Emcee Contest

Jambo 2015 is still two months away, but the excitement is building! We are looking for an outgoing, energetic, enthusiastic Minsi Trails Council Boy Scout, Venturer, or Explorer age 14 and up to emcee the evening stadium show on May 16th at Kutztown University. As emcee, you will have the opportunity to “pump up” the crowd, introduce our guest speakers, announce the acts and talent on stage, and be the “face” of the Jambo stadium show. This is a great opportunity to show your speaking skills and enthusiasm in front of a crowd of 6,000 or so fellow Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturers, Explorers, leaders, parents, Scouting alumni, and guests. How to Enter: First, complete the online registration bio that tells us a little about yourself, your contact information, and why you’d like to emcee the Jambo 2015 stadium show. Go to www. minsitrails.com/jambo2015 to register. Then, upload a private video that demonstrates your emcee ability (no longer than 3 minutes) to YouTube and share it with Donald Sachs at donald.sachs@scouting.org. Please note that youth under 18 will need parent/guardian permission, and only private videos will be viewed. All entries must be received by 5:00 p.m. on March 20, 2015. An emcee will be selected and contacted in April.

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CUBS

Friday Movie

STEM Activities

Nature Walk

BB Gun

Archery

Webelos

Readyman

SCOUTS

Living History

Geocaching

Trash Can Turkey

Shooting Sports

Scuba Diving

Kayaking

Patch Trading

Morning Run

Metalworking

Skirmish USA

And Much More!

Boy Scout Events

Cub Scout Events

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Jambo 2015 is less than 10 weeks away. We’re excited to announce some new and exciting programs for Jambo. The National Museum of Industrial History will be on site on Saturday. While going through this exciting hands on station, you will be able to complete the blacksmith track of Metalworking merit badge (requirement 5d). Make sure to bring a signed blue card along so you can receive partial credit for the merit badge.

On Saturday morning, we will be hosting an early morning run around the Kutztown University campus. Come on out to start your day off right. You can register today for the run at www.minsitrails.com/jambo2015.

If running or blacksmithing isn’t your thing, that’s ok, there are a lot of fun and exciting things to do at Jambo 2015. This year, Skirmish USA will be doing a paintball shoot, so come on out and see how you do. We will also be hosting an archery station. How many times can you hit the bull’s-eye?

We need your help for Jambo too! To get involved, please contact Diane Lariar at (610) 465-8563 or Chuck Yeoman at (732) 921-1746. We can’t wait to see you there for #jambo2015!

We can’t wait to see you at the JAMBO 2015 Cub Scout area! We will have busy Cub Scouts with tons of “hands on” activities. Our Cub Scouts can challenge another den to go through the obstacle course, play in the big game at football toss and work your rhythm under the bar at the limbo stick. There is so much fun to see and do; you will be amazed! If you are a Webelos

Scout, you can spend some time working on your Readyman pin. Visit www.jambo/2015 to register for a morning or afternoon session. We are also looking to hear from YOU. What would you like to see in the Cub Scouting area at JAMBO 2015? Send your ideas or if you want to volunteer to help with an activity, contact Mike LaPolla at 570-497-6734 or michael.lapolla@scouting.org. Make it YOUR JAMBO.

Jambo Radio is on the Air! Bring your radios to Kutztown University! Listen on your cell phone during the drive for traffic instructions and arrival information. During Jambo 2015, hear upcoming events, attractions, weather, music, interviews, and news. In addition, all major events will be simulcast including the opening show, closing show and music for fireworks. Whether you’re walking around or in your campsite, don’t miss a thing; listen all weekend long to Jambo Radio, the sound of Jambo 2015! Deejays, roving reporters and other volunteer staff are still needed (Scouts and adults!).

Contact Lisa Finkelstein at 610-465-8556 or lisa.finkelstein@scouting.org for volunteering opportunities.

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Venturing Events VENTURERS

Pool Party

Food Drive

High Adventure

Showcase

SPECIAL EVENTS

Vocal Trash

Fireworks

Inflatables

Bands

Paintball

Planetarium

And Much More

Special Events — Jambo Radio

If you are in a Venture Crew and plan to attend Jambo 2015 then come with your crew! Why come as crew? An excellent question! The Venturing Team is putting together another awesome weekend of fun for you and your Crew!

On Friday, we are planning an ice cream social and canned food drive. Don’t forget your swim suit and a canned good to be donated! Also, on Friday night we will have Karaoke; so start practicing your favorite tunes to show off your singing skills. On Saturday, we will continue the fun-filled weekend with sports, games, and competitions.

Plus, we are working to bring local high adventure resources to showcase their activities for you. Of course, we will have the BIG SHOW Saturday night and after the fireworks, we will close the night with an outstanding Dance Party just for Venture Crews.

Stay tuned to JAMBO NEWS for updated information on everything Venturing! If you are interested in serving on the Jambo committee, or help run an activity station for a few hours, please contact Jason Capone, Venturing Coordinator, at jacapone@gmail.com or Jimmy Torres, Staff Advisor at 610-465-8562 or Jimmy.Torres@scouting.org

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Jambo Instant Messaging

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Stay up to date on all things Jambo with Jambo411 instant messaging. Receive text or email messages instantly using the following steps: To receive messages via text, text @jambo411 to 81010. You can opt out of messages at anytime by replying unsubscribe @jambo 411. Trouble using 81080? Try texting @jambo411 to (610) 816-6523 instead. To receive messages via email, send an email to jambo411@mail.remind.com. To unsubscribe, reply with “unsubscribe” in the subject line. Jambo411 is a one-way text messaging and email system. All personal information remains completely confidential. Users cannot reply to email or text messages.

STEM Activities

Nature Walk

Living History

Geocaching

Trash Can Turkey

Shooting Sports

Scuba Diving

Kayaking

Patch Trading

Pool Party

Food Drive

High Adventure

Showcase

Vocal Trash

Fireworks

Inflatables

Bands

Silver Bugle

Paintball

Planetarium

And much more!

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Jambo 2015 Scout Band Join the Jambo 2015 Scout Band and perform in front of thousands and be a part of the Opening Ceremonies! All Boy Scout and Venturing musicians are invited to participate in this exciting opportunity! The Jambo 2015 Scout Band is open to all Boy Scouts and Venturers. Scouts over the age of 21 are also encouraged to submit an application. The Jambo Band will meet for rehearsal on

Friday, May 15th in the band room at Kutztown University. Instruments may be stored securely there overnight. Jambo 2015 Scout Band applications are available on the Minsi Trails website at www.minsitrails.com/jambo2015 under special reservations.

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Weekend Schedule

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Friday, May 15 – Check-in and set up for Cub Scout, Boy Scout and Venturing camping begins at 5:00 p.m. Scoutmaster and Cubmaster meetings are scheduled to begin at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 16 – Opening Ceremonies begin at 8:45 a.m. Open program between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Lunch scheduled from 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m. Program areas remain open during lunch. Dinner be-tween 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. with Vocal Trash scheduled to start at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, May 17 – Religious Services will begin at 9:00 a.m. followed by designated area clean up and campsite clean up.

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JAMBO FEES

Weekend Youth Pass – (Fri – Sun) under the age of 21

(Early Fee, April 4, 2015) $30

(Full Fee after April 4, 2015) $34

Weekend Adult Pass – (Fri-Sun) 21 and older

(Early Fee, April 4, 2015) $14

(Full Fee after April 4, 2015) $19

Day Youth Pass – (Saturday Only) under the age of 21

(Early Fee, April 4, 2015) $24

(Full Fee after April 4, 2015) $30

Day Adult Pass – (Saturday Only) 21 and older

(Early Fee, April 4, 2015) $14

(Full Fee after April 4, 2015) $16

Register online at minsitrails.com/jambo2015

Call Minsi Trails Council at 610-264-8551 for more information.

STEM Activities

Nature Walk

Living History

Geocaching

Trash Can Turkey

Shooting Sports

Scuba Diving

Kayaking

Patch Trading

Pool Party

Food Drive

High Adventure

Showcase

Vocal Trash

Fireworks

Inflatables

Bands

Silver Bugle

Paintball

Planetarium

And much more!

Jambo 2015 is quickly approaching – to make this event successful, we need your help! Every registered unit will identify a volunteer coordinator and is expected to supply at least one volunteer per every 5 of their youth attending Jambo 2015. These adult helpers will be required to spend at least 2 hours at a designated station; those who commit for at least a 4-hour shift by May 1st will receive a commemorative tee-shirt. Expertise required other than enthusiasm is minimal as these activities are likely “unskilled.” Please sign-up today at:

www.minsitrails.com/jambo2015