July 22-31, 2026
The National Jamboree is a gathering of some 40,000 Scouts, leaders, and staff held only every four years at The Summit Bechtel Family National Reserve.
Scouts, Venturers, and Sea Scouts attending a Jamboree will enjoy more than five miles of zip line and challenge courses, 36 miles of mountain bike trails, and 13 acres of shooting sports ranges, on a sprawling 10,600-acre site in West Virginia designed for excitement! There are also world class venues for kayaking, rock climbing, bouldering, skateboarding, BMX, plus enjoy arena shows and more.
Here are the prerequisites for youth to attend the 2026 Jamboree:
Scouts BSA Scouts
- Must be registered with Scouts BSA Troop.
- Must be at least a First Class Scout.
- Must be 12 years of age before the start of the National Jamboree.
Venturers and Sea Scouts
- Must be registered with a Venturing Crew or Sea Scout Ship.
- Must be at least 14 years of age (or 13 years of age and have completed 8th grade) before the start of the National Jamboree.
