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Jamborees

World, national, on the air & On the Internet

NATIONAL SCOUT JAMBOREE

July 22-31, 2026 | (plus travel days)

Summit Bechtel Reserve, West Virginia

The National Scout Jamboree (NSJ) is a gathering of thousands of members of the Scouting America and guests, usually held every four years and organized by the National Council of Scouting America. The key objectives of an NSJ is to: bring youth and leaders to a better understanding and a deeper sense of commitment to the ideals of Scouting, show the citizens of the United States of America and the world a model of democratic action as conducted by a great youth movement in a free society, to provide youth with a rich and genuine Scouting experience, and to provide an opportunity to meet and camp with brother Scouts from many parts of the United States of America and also the world. It is considered to be Scouting at its best.

Now Recruiting 2026 National Jamboree Troop Leadership

DEADLINE: All adult leader applications must be received by Montana Council no later than DECEMBER 1, 2024.  

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Questions?

If you are interested in becoming one of our contingent leaders or have more questions please contact:

Terry Dutton
terry.dutton@scouting.org

Montana Council 
406-541-1009

WORLD SCOUT JAMBOREE

Gdansk Poland | July 27 – AUG. 6, 2027

The World Scout Jamboree is above all an educational event that brings together the world’s young people to promote peace and mutual understanding and to develop leadership and life skills.

JAMBOREE ON THE AIR – ON THE INTERNET

JOTA-JOTI (Jamboree-on-the-Air-Jamboree-on-the-Internet) is the world’s largest digital Scout event taking place on the Internet and over the airwaves. Held every year in October, the event connects millions of young people around the world for a full weekend of online activities that promote friendship and global citizenship. JOTA-JOTI enables young people and volunteers to participate in fun and engaging group activities over the Internet and amateur radio focused on developing 21st century skills through Scouting.