IRVING, TX (July 29, 2026) – Scouting America announced that four-time NHRA Top Fuel World Champion Antron Brown attended the 2026 National Jamboree at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in Glen Jean, West Virginia, where he met Scouts from across the nation and shared lessons on leadership, perseverance, teamwork, and achieving success through dedication and hard work.
One of the most accomplished drivers in motorsports, Brown has built a career defined by determination, resilience, and excellence. As a championship-winning competitor and team owner, he has become a respected leader both on and off the racetrack, inspiring young people to pursue their goals and overcome challenges.
“Antron Brown embodies many of the values that Scouting seeks to instill in young people, including integrity, perseverance, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence,” said Roger Krone, president and CEO of Scouting America. “We are thrilled to welcome him to the National Jamboree, and we know that Scouts were inspired by his journey and the lessons he has learned throughout his extraordinary career.”
During his visit, Brown engaged with Scouts through special appearances, question-and-answer sessions, and interactive experiences focused on leadership, goal setting, and personal growth. His participation provided Scouts with a unique opportunity to hear firsthand how discipline, preparation, and teamwork contributes to success at the highest levels of competition. Brown also had the opportunity to meet Scouts and their families at the race in Sonoma, California, this past weekend.
“Scouting helps young people develop confidence, character, and leadership skills that last a lifetime,” said Brown, a former Cub Scout who credits Scouting with instilling the discipline and life skills that shaped his success. “I’m excited to meet Scouts from across the country and share how the values of teamwork, determination, and perseverance have played an important role in my own journey.”
Held every four years, the National Jamboree brings together thousands of Scouts, volunteers, and leaders from across the United States for one of Scouting America’s signature events. Participants experience world-class outdoor adventure, STEM programs, leadership development opportunities, service projects, and fellowship while building friendships that span the nation.
The Summit Bechtel Reserve’s 10,000-acre campus provides an unmatched setting for adventure and personal growth, offering activities ranging from zip lines and climbing to shooting sports, sustainability programs, and emerging technology experiences.
Brown’s appearance is part of Scouting America’s ongoing effort to connect Scouts with accomplished leaders, innovators, athletes, and role models whose experiences demonstrate the power of hard work, leadership, and service.
About Scouting America
Scouting America provides the nation’s foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training, which helps young people be “Prepared. For Life.®” Scouting America welcomes all of America’s youth into its programs. Our goal is to give them fantastic experiences outdoors, and elsewhere, where they can grow with us in a safe environment. More than 130 million Americans have been through our programs since our founding, and nearly 1 million youth are served by 477,000 dedicated adult volunteers in local councils throughout the country. To learn more about Scouting America’s mission, or to sign your child up for Scouting, visit www.BeAScout.org.