Jamboree Information Services

Parent and Visitor Information

Since 1981 hundreds of thousands of Scouts and visitors have enjoyed the privilege of experiencing a jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill!

In gratitude to our gracious host and consistent with our "Leave No Trace" practice, we are committed to leaving the base pristine and beautiful. We are also committed to ensuring that jamboree participants and visitors have necessary services available. Every visitor to this year's jamboree will be asked to become an "Official Centennial Jamboree Supporter."

As an Official Centennial Jamboree Supporter, you will be asked at the gate to the visitor parking area for a $10 donation per person per day. This donation will help us aid in the restoration of the site, as well as recover the expenses of visitor support (perform grounds cleanup, provide additional portable restrooms and sanitation stations, and enhance the many amenities and services provided for the visitors to the jamboree). All visitors will receive a distinctive visitor's patch.

Visiting hours will be:

Tuesday, July 27 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, July 28 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday, July 29 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, July 30 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, July 31 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. *
Sunday, August 1 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Monday, August 2 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, August 3 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

* Any visitors on July 31 are strongly urged to arrive as early in the day as possible. The jamboree will be required to close the gates to the fort when the capacity for the arena show is reached, and no more visitors will be able to enter the property. It is highly recommended that visitors choose another day to visit the jamboree that will be less crowded, as the 100th Anniversary Arena Show will also be broadcast to council events and via the Internet.

Activities

Vistor-approved activity areas include:

The areas reserved for jamboree participants are NOT open for visitor participation, including:

  • The four regional action centers and stage shows
  • All subcamp activities
  • Mysterium Compass
  • Boating
  • Scuba
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling
  • Camp Thunder
  • Fishing
  • Merit Badge Midway
  • Technology Quest

Be Prepared

  • Bring WATER CONTAINERS - Hydration is very important as the conditions are very hot and humid.
  • Bring Sunscreen and Hat - The U.V. rating is expected to be the highest possible. Prevent sunburn and heatstroke.
  • Bring a Cell Phone - Service is available and there are text updates available on site.
  • Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes - Most visitors will walk over five miles a day on and off roads.
  • Don't Bring - Firearms, weapons, alcohol, pyrotechnics, or other items inappropirate for a military base or Scout camp. Vehicles may be searched.
  • The jamboree does have several retail food areas, but visitors cannot eat in the troop sites or the staff dining centers.
  • Shuttle Bus - A free shuttle bus will offer service to parts of the jamboree site.
  • There is no overnight accommodation on site for visitors, including RV sites, tent areas, or fixed housing. Visitors with physical disabilities are welcome and reminded that our terrain is rolling ground with no sidewalks, and that there are no bus lifts or battery-charging facilities. Most visitors will walk more than five miles a day at the jamboree.

Directions to Fort A.P. Hill

Fort A.P. Hill is close to Fredericksburg, Virginia. There will be additional traffic signs and message boards directing visitors to the jamboree site. Enter the main gate off U.S. Highway 301 with the following coordinates: N38°04' 20.6034" W77°19' 20.2794".

www.aphill.army.mil/sites/about/directions.asp

When you arrive at Fort A.P. Hill you will be directed to the visitor parking area and to the Jamboree Welcome Center. At the center you can get directions to regions, subcamps, and visitor-approved activity areas.

Trading Posts

Normal hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Special trading post hours:

  • Monday, July 26, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Wednesday, July 28, noon to 9 p.m.
  • Saturday, July 31, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Trading Post D will be open until 9 p.m.)
  • Sunday, August 1, 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Four jamboree trading posts will be operated in convenient locations.

The following services and types of items will be available in each trading post:

  • Souvenirs. An attractive line of jamboree souvenirs and other materials will be available to send or take to the folks back home.
  • Sundries. A varied assortment of hardware, drug, and miscellaneous items will be for sale.
  • Concession and Refreshment Stands. Soft drinks, candy, hamburgers, pizza, and lots of other food items will be available.
  • Prices. Prices charged for all merchandise and services at jamboree trading posts will be similar to the prevailing prices of comparable merchandise in cities and towns in the area. There will be a fully stocked Scout shop near Trading Post B. Uniforms, camp equipment, and many Supply Group items will be available.

All information is subject to change; please check back frequently for updates.

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