Philmont Expedition

Philmont is the adventure of a Scout’s (or Scouter’s) career – and maybe the adventure of a lifetime!  Now is the time to start preparing for Marin Council’s Philmont 2006 Trek.

The Trek will leave Marin July 24, 2006 and fly to New Mexico where we will spend the day enroute to Philmont touring Albuquerque and Santa Fe, visiting the Bandelier National Park, stopping at Taos Pueblo, or other attractions along the way.  The adventure ends on August 6th.

Upon arrival at Philmont, there will be a whirlwind day of preparation before embarking into the Philmont Backcountry (also known as God’s Country) for 10 days of backpacking, hiking, and programs such as: horseback rides, homesteading, spar climbing, gold panning and mine tour, burro racing, rock climbing, fly tying, 30-06 rifle shooting, and much more.  You will hike from 50 to 75 miles over terrain ranging from 6600’ to 12,441’ above sea level.  You will see yourself and your crewmembers grow in personal confidence and capability – and learn what makes you and them tick.

At the end of the trail, you will enjoy the sense of accomplishment of having met the challenge that is Philmont – and on your way out of camp you like so many others around you on the bus will turn around and look at the arrowhead formation that was the inspiration for the Philmont Arrowhead Award that you just earned and now wear proudly on your uniform. And will then start thinking about when you will return to Philmont again.

If you are a Scout who will be 14 years old or older as of January 1, 2006 (or will have completed the eighth grade by the trek date), talk with your fellow Scouts and your adult leaders about joining us in 2006.  A personal presentation can be arranged for your Troop or Crew.  Just Call!

If you are interested, applications are available at the Marin Council Scout Office or on the website, http://www.boysouts-marin.org/philmont.htm
Adults wishing more information, receive an application or to arrange a presentation to your Unit should contact: - Brad or Mary Stevens, 2006 Contingent Leaders at (415) 492-1204, or email philmont@boyscouts-marin.org

More information about Philmont at -  http://www.scouting.org/philmont web site