July 26, 200520 yr That's very sad. I used to be a Boy Scout, never went to the National Jamboree though.
July 26, 200520 yr Author From what I gather, it looks as if few youth will have seen it. I get the impression that this happened with staff members - who are all at least 18.
July 26, 200520 yr Author Four scout leaders were killed in an "electrical accident." 2 more injured according to Keith Olbermann and Countdown. No other details at the moment.
July 26, 200520 yr Author Accoridng to the latest news reports, it looks like kids were there. So tragic.
July 26, 200520 yr A few boys from my Troop are out there, not part of that contingent. I'm packing my son up for a 2 week backpacking trip at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. Scary stuff.
July 26, 200520 yr OMG, I know one of the families from the internet and a Scouting discussion list I belong to.
July 26, 200520 yr http://www.adn.com/front/story/6749149p-6637241c.html Plus word is spreading on Scouting boards and listserves.
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