2010 Jamboree Attendance Terms & Conditions 

All these terms MUST be agreed upon to attend the 2010 Jamboree

Statement of Understanding

All participants (Scouts and leaders) are selected by their local council to represent their local councils based on their qualifications in character, camping skills, physical and personal fitness, and leadership qualities. Therefore, all adult and youth participants and their parents or guardians are asked to read the Code of Conduct and Statement of Understanding as a condition of participation. It is with the further understanding that serious misconduct or infraction of rules and regulations may result in expulsion, at the participant’s expense, from the jamboree or during the jamboree tour. Ultimately, we want each participant to be responsible for his or her own behavior, and only when necessary will the procedure be invoked to send a participant home from the jamboree.

Code of Conduct

All youth and adult participants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct as follows:

1. The units' adult leaders (Scoutmaster and assistants) are responsible for the supervision of its membership in respect to maintaining discipline, security, and the jamboree Code of Conduct.
2. The Scout Oath and Law will be my guide throughout the jamboree.
3. I will set a good example by keeping myself neatly dressed and presentable. (The official Scout uniform and jamboree identifying items are the only acceptable apparel.)
4. I will attend all scheduled programs and participate as required in cooperation with other unit members and leaders.
5. In consideration of other unit participants, I agree to follow the bedtime and sleep schedule of the unit, unless otherwise directed by the jamboree program.
6. I will be responsible for keeping my tent and personal gear labeled, clean, and neat. I will adhere to all jamboree recycling policies and regulations. I will do my share to prevent littering of the jamboree grounds.
7. I understand that the purchase, possession, or consumption of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs by any youth member is prohibited. This standard shall apply to all participants—both youth and adult leaders.
8. Serious and/or repetitive behavior violations by youth, including use of tobacco, cheating, stealing, dishonesty, swearing, fighting, and cursing, may result in expulsion from the jamboree or serious disciplinary action and loss of privileges. The jamboree headquarters must be contacted for the expulsion procedure to be invoked. There are no exceptions.
9. I understand that gambling of any form is prohibited.
10. I understand that possession of lasers of any type, and possession or detonation of fireworks is prohibited.
11. I will demonstrate respect for unit and jamboree property and be personally responsible for any loss, breakage, or vandalism of property as a result of my actions.
12. Neither the unit leader nor the Jamboree Division, BSA, will be responsible for loss, breakage, or theft of personal items. I will label all my personal items and check items of value at the direction of unit leaders. Theft will be grounds for expulsion.
13. While participating in the action centers, aquatics, and other activities, I will obey the safety rules and instructions of all supervisors and staff members.
14. In accordance with U.S., local, and state laws, adult leaders and youth are prohibited from having firearms and weapons in their possession.
15. Scoutmasters and assistants will be guided by the Scout Oath and Scout Law and will obey all U.S., local, and state laws.
16. Scoutmasters and assistants must receive Youth Protection training and follow the guidelines therein prior to prejamboree training.
17. Hazing has no place in Scouting. Nor do running the gauntlet, belt lines, or similar physical punishment. Leaders and older youth must prevent any youth from being “initiated” into the troop with hazing.
18. Adult leaders should have the good judgment to avoid trading souvenirs or patches with a child or youth member in Scouting. Youth members may trade with youth members. Adult leaders may trade only with other adults 18 years of age or older.
19. Adult leaders and youth leaders must instruct youth to avoid confrontation with groups, demonstrators, or hecklers and must assume a passive reaction to name-calling from individuals or groups. Units or groups must be removed from the area of potential conflict immediately.
20. Participants’ and staff members’ personal bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, and in-line skates will not be permitted at the jamboree. In addition, golf carts, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and scooters are prohibited.
21. Serious violation of this code may result in expulsion from the jamboree at the participant’s own expense. All decisions will be final.

Terms & Conditions Waiver

On behalf of my child and myself, I (we) hereby approve and agree to all the terms and conditions of this application and certify that the applicant can meet the health and physical fitness requirements of the jamboree and will be examined by a licensed health-care practitioner.

I (we) have read and agree to the provisions in the Code of Conduct and Statement of Understanding as a condition of participation in the 2010 National Scout Jamboree.

I will send my application fee of $100 to my local council along with my printed confirmation.

I agree to live by the Scout Oath and Law and to obey and cooperate with my jamboree leaders.

I agree to meet my full responsibilities as a member of my local council jamboree contingent, take such preliminary jamboree training as may be required, and to wear the official jamboree uniform.

I certify that I have now, or will have by July 1, 2010, attained the Boy Scout qualifications as listed in this application and required by all Boy Scout and Varsity Scout participants.

I further agree to submit evidence of fitness to make this trip on the official health form signed by a licensed health-care practitioner; also that I will obtain immunizations required.

This application includes my request for personal accident insurance to be purchased on my behalf. The cost of this insurance is included in the jamboree fee. It is understood that payment of claims by the insurance company is contingent upon prompt reporting of claims, if any, by the participant.

I understand that the jamboree will be covered by news media and moviemaking and broadcasting companies, and I hereby consent to the use of my voice and/or photograph in the news coverage, moviemaking, or similar projects approved by the Boy Scouts of America without compensation and I further agree to release and hold the Boy Scouts of America harmless for any and all claims and liability with regard to such use.

In consideration of the benefits to be derived from participation in the 2010 National Scout Jamboree, any and all claims against the Boy Scouts of America or its local council, the United States of America, or any of the officers, employees, agents, or other representatives of any of them, or any other persons working under their direction or engaged in the conduct of their affairs, arising out of any accident, illness, injury, damage or other loss or harm to or incurred or suffered by the applicant named above or to his property, in connection with or incidental to the 2010 National Scout Jamboree, including preliminary training and travel, are hereby expressly waived by the parents and the applicant.

Medical Terms & Conditions

On behalf of my child and myself, I (we) hereby approve and agree to all the terms and conditions of this application and certify that the applicant can meet the health and physical fitness requirements of the jamboree and will be examined by a licensed health-care practitioner.

I (we) have read and agree to the provisions in the Code of Conduct and Statement of Understanding as a condition of participation in the 2010 National Scout Jamboree.

I will send my application fee of $100 to my local council along with my printed confirmation.

I agree to live by the Scout Oath and Law and to obey and cooperate with my jamboree leaders.

I agree to meet my full responsibilities as a member of my local council jamboree contingent, take such preliminary jamboree training as may be required, and to wear the official jamboree uniform.

I certify that I have now, or will have by July 1, 2010, attained the Boy Scout qualifications as listed in this application and required by all Boy Scout and Varsity Scout participants.

I further agree to submit evidence of fitness to make this trip on the official health form signed by a licensed health-care practitioner; also that I will obtain immunizations required.

This application includes my request for personal accident insurance to be purchased on my behalf. The cost of this insurance is included in the jamboree fee. It is understood that payment of claims by the insurance company is contingent upon prompt reporting of claims, if any, by the participant.

I understand that the jamboree will be covered by news media and moviemaking and broadcasting companies, and I hereby consent to the use of my voice and/or photograph in the news coverage, moviemaking, or similar projects approved by the Boy Scouts of America without compensation and I further agree to release and hold the Boy Scouts of America harmless for any and all claims and liability with regard to such use.

In consideration of the benefits to be derived from participation in the 2010 National Scout Jamboree, any and all claims against the Boy Scouts of America or its local council, the United States of America, or any of the officers, employees, agents, or other representatives of any of them, or any other persons working under their direction or engaged in the conduct of their affairs, arising out of any accident, illness, injury, damage or other loss or harm to or incurred or suffered by the applicant named above or to his property, in connection with or incidental to the 2010 National Scout Jamboree, including preliminary training and travel, are hereby expressly waived by the parents and the applicant. 

Medical Requirements

Weather at the jamboree is typical for Bowling Green, Virginia, in the summer. While the average temperature in July and August is 87 to 65 degrees, temperature extremes have varied from a high of 104 to a low of 43 degrees. In addition to the heat, July has the highest amount of average precipitation for the year (including thunderstorms) contributing to the high humidity. The exciting high-adventure activities, long days, and short nights are in a non-air-conditioned environment, and you are subject to walking five to 10 miles per day. You should be capable of walking steadily for an hour without rest in high temperatures and humidity or rethink your participation.

All applicants will be required to submit a complete and detailed health history, meet immunization requirements, and undergo a thorough physical fitness examination between July 27, 2009 and May 1, 2010. Physical examinations will be by a licensed health-care professional and will be subject to review and evaluation by the jamboree subcamp, regional and national Medical Service. Not completing the fitness examination process by the May 2010 deadline may limit or even prohibit your jamboree participation, and you will be subject to being sent home at your expense. Participants are subject to a medical recheck upon arrival to verify provided information and current fitness. In the event a participant is found medically unfit at this time, he cannot serve and must return home at his own expense.

Immunization requirements are based on recommendations of the U.S. Public Health Service. All participants must provide proof of immunization for tetanus within 10 years (five years preferred). In addition, participants must provide verification of the following immunizations since birth: (1) measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR); (2) polio vaccine (oral or injection); (3) diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus (DPT); and (4) chicken pox. It is recommended that immunizations for hepatitis B (for persons 15 years of age and older) be considered. We recognize the right of participants to not have immunizations because of religious beliefs, but a signed statement and medical check for contagious disease are still required.

MEDICAL RISK FACTORS FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION:

For 2010 to be the “best, most exciting, fun-filled, and safest jamboree ever,” you need to be aware of physical and mental risk factors that could affect you at the jamboree. Outlined below are risk factors that require special attention; acknowledgement of participants, their parents, or legal guardian; and verification by the licensed health-care professional performing your fitness examination. These risk factors are based on both our experience and the vast expertise of subcamp, regional, and national Medical Service experts. In the event these conditions are not acknowledged, a participant may be found medically unfit and will be required to return home at his own expense. Please note that the jamboree Medical Service will not support medical device requirements of participants and will not be set up to provide long-term health care. 

Risk Factors for Jamboree Participation:

Excessive body weight (obesity):

To have the best experience, participants should be of proportional/normal height and weight. Excessive body weight puts a participant at risk for numerous health problems. One such measure is the Body Mass Index. You can calculate yours using a tool from the Centers for Disease Control here: http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/bmi/. A youth calculator is available. It is recommended that youth fall within the fifth and 85th percentiles. Those in the 85th to 95th percentile are at risk and should work to achieve a higher level of fitness. Those over the 95th percentile should reconsider participation.

Cardiac or cardiovascular disease:

Youth who have congenital heart disease or acquired heart disease such as rheumatic fever, Kawasaki’s disease, or mitral valve prolapse should undergo a thorough exam before considering participation.

Hypertension (high blood pressure):

Participants should have a normal blood pressure (less than 135/85). Persons with significant hypertension should be under treatment and their condition should be under control in the six months prior to the jamboree. The goal of the treatment should be to lower blood pressure to normal levels. Participants already on antihypertensive therapy with normal blood pressures should continue treatment and should not choose the time they are at the jamboree to experiment with or change medications. Conditions requiring diuretic therapy to control hypertension could lead to dehydration when coupled with the high heat and nature of the jamboree environment. Pressures over 150/95 may result in a medically unfit condition for participation.

Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus:

Any individual with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus must be able to self-monitor blood glucose and know how to adjust insulin doses based on these factors. The diabetic person also should know how to give a self-injection and recognize indications of high and low blood sugar. You must bring enough medication, testing supplies, and equipment for your jamboree stay. This includes batteries (without provisions for recharging) to be both brought to and taken away from the jamboree (remember Leave No Trace guidelines) for pumps.

An insulin-dependent diabetic who has been newly diagnosed (within six months of the fitness examination) or who has undergone a change in delivery system (e.g., an insulin pump) in the same period should not attempt participation. A diabetic person who has been hospitalized for diabetic ketoacidosis or who has had problems with hypoglycemia in the last year should not participate.

Seizures (epilepsy):

Seizure disorder or epilepsy should be well controlled by medications. A minimum of six seizure-free months prior to the fitness examination is considered under control. Participants with a history of seizures need to limit high-adventure activities (e.g., climbing or rappelling). The jamboree is not a venue to modify maintenance medications.

Asthma:

Acute or severe bronchial asthma under treatment anytime during the past 24 months must be well controlled before participating in the jamboree. Key indicators of well controlled are:

1. The use of an inhaler zero to one time a day.
2. No need for nighttime treatment with a short-acting bronchodilator. Well-controlled asthma may include the use of long-acting bronchodilators, inhaled steroids, or oral medications such as Singulair.

The following asthma conditions are considerations of medically unfit:

1. Exercise asthma not prevented by medication.
2. Hospitalization or have gone to the emergency room to treat asthma in the six months before your fitness examination.
3. Treatment that required oral steroids (prednisone) in the six months before your fitness examination.

Participants must bring an adequate and backup supply of medications and spare inhalers that are current. You must carry your inhaler with you at the jamboree. Not having a proper supply of medication is considered medically unfit.

Sleep apnea:

Participants with sleeping disorders may experience health risks due to long days and short nights for the duration of the jamboree. Participants with sleep apnea requiring a CPAP machine should reconsider participation. If considered fit, all equipment (e.g., CPAP machine) must be provided by the participant and be self-contained as there will not be electrical support for the machine. This includes batteries (without provisions for recharging) to be both brought to and taken away from the jamboree (remember Leave No Trace guidelines).

Allergy or anaphylaxis:

The outdoor setting of the jamboree has many risks (e.g., wasps, hornets, and other stinging insects) that could trigger anaphylactic reactions in individuals prone to reaction. While it is not an automatic indicator of medical unfitness, participants who have had an anaphylactic reaction from any cause must contact the Health and Safety Service for review by the Medical Service as soon as possible. If declared fit, you will be required to have appropriate treatment with you at all times.

Allergy shots required for maintenance doses are acceptable for persons who have not had an anaphylactic reaction. You must bring all appropriate medications and be able to self-administer them.

Not having a proper supply of appropriate mediation is considered medically unfit.

Ingrown toenails, recent musculoskeletal injuries, and orthopedic surgery:

Every jamboree participant will put a great deal of strain on feet, ankles, and knees by walking five to 10 miles per day. Every participant should be able to walk steadily for an hour without rest in high temperatures and humidity or rethink their participation. Ingrown toenails should be treated within a month prior to the jamboree. Participants who have had orthopedic surgery, including arthroscopic surgery, or significant musculoskeletal injuries, including back problems, six months prior to the fitness exam may find it difficult or impossible to meet the walking requirements. Fitness exams for these surgeries or injuries must include a release from the surgeon or treating physician in addition to the fitness examiner. A participant wearing a cast on an extremity must have a treating physician release. Medical fitness is still subject to review by the jamboree Medical Service.

Psychiatric, psychological, and emotional difficulties:

The jamboree is not designed to assist participants in overcoming psychological or emotional problems and may exacerbate existing conditions. The experience and expertise of the Medical Service indicates these problems frequently are magnified, not lessened, when participants are subjected to the physical and mental challenges of the jamboree. Any condition must be well controlled without the services of a mental health practitioner. Under no circumstances should medication be stopped before or during the jamboree. Participants are required to bring an appropriate supply of medication for the duration of the jamboree and travel to and from the jamboree. Not having a proper supply of medication is considered medically unfit.

Other risk factors:

Sickle-cell anemia, hemophilia, leukemia, severe blood dyscrasia, and HIV infection provide special challenges to participants and the jamboree. To plan for, prepare for, and support the participants having these medical conditions, an individual evaluation of each situation by the Medical Service is required. There may be instances where proper medical support at the jamboree site is impossible. Under such circumstances, participation may be denied.

Any person with a severe physical disability, one of the conditions listed above, or with a reason to believe they may be medically unfit for jamboree participation should contact the Medical Service as soon as possible. In writing, contact:

Boy Scouts of America
Health and Safety Service
Attention Jamboree Medical Officer, S410
1325 West Walnut Hill Lane
P.O. Box 152079
Irving, TX 75015-2079

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