Celebrating 100 Years — A Shining Light
For the first time in the history of the Boy Scouts of America, we will be bringing the entire Scouting co
On Saturday, July 31, 2010, the entire Scouting family will be able take part in a historic nationwide broadcast, "A Shining Light Across America," from the 100th Anniversary National Jamboree in Fort AP Hill, Virginia
Hundreds of local councils across America will be gathering together in venues large and small to host their own Shining Light activities leading up to the broadcast and are encouraging all Scouts, Scouting volunteers, alumni, families and community supporters to join in the festivities.
"The Shining Light" broadcast will be available via satellite and via Webcast starting with the Jamboree Arena Pre-Show festivities at 5:30 p.m. EDT. The highlight of the broadcast — the spectacular Centennial Celebration Show — will begin at 8 p.m. EDT, and will conclude at approximately 10:30 p.m. EDT.
In addition, anyone with a high speed Internet connection can tune in online at www.ustream.tv/shininglight or on the Shining Light section of the BSA's Facebook page. There, viewers will be able to comment and interact with fellow webcast participants while watching. To learn about viewing plans in your community, contact your local BSA council office. And, if you missed the big event, be sure to visit www.ustream.tv/shininglight to watch the archived videos from the broadcast under the "Videos" section.
We look forward to you joining us as we shine a light on our rich heritage, our core values, our role in shaping America's youth, and the launch of our second century of service!
Shining Light Resources