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Patriots' Path Council's Trail to Philmont
Information and ideas for prospective Philmont crews
The Watchu Experience is an 18-month-long program of teenage high-adventure, capped by a backpacking trek at Philmont Scout Ranch near Cimarron, New Mexico. Patriots' Path Council makes it easier than ever to be a part of this unique and exciting high adventure opportunity offered by the Boy Scouts of America. Every summer we send at least twenty twelve-person crews to Philmont. Please browse these pages to get a taste of the excitement offered by the Watchu Experience.
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Watchu Experience Information Program Overview Watchu overview - highlights of the 18-month-long Watchu Experience Photos and Videos Photos from past Philmont treks Videos of Philmont and the Colorado tour Applying and Costs The application process - who can attend Philmont and how to apply Applications for entire crews or individual Scouts and adults. A crew lottery is held the 4th Tuesday of January - approximately 18 months before departing for Philmont. Fee and payment schedule - amounts and due dates for the current contingents What's included? - here is what you get with your Watchu Experience fee Watchu canoe treks - take a Sabattis Adirondack Canoe Trek this summer and get a guaranteed spot in next summer's Philmont contingent Travel schedule - we offer the same five departure dates every year Other Ways to Experience Philmont - besides the Watchu Experience, take a look at other options for crews and individuals Making high-adventure affordable - ideas to help finance your adventure Availability We still have room in 2013 crews for a few individual youth! We also have room in 2014 for individual youth and advisors. Guidebooks Crew member and parent guide - browse key information for crew members and parents Adult leader guide - browse key information for adult advisors Details - For those already registered Watchu program encyclopedia - www.watchu.org provides an in-depth source of information for Patriots' Path Council contingents or anyone considering a Philmont adventure Questions E-mail Chief Watchu with any questions |
Philmont Overview
Colorado Tour Highlights
More Information Frequently asked questions - lots of questions and answers in a dozen categories Four expensive essentials - advice on critical personal equipment you will need at Philmont Training videos - dozens of videos to help prepare you for your trek Award and recognitions you can earn as part of the Watchu Experience Trading post - Watchu Mountain Outfitter gear available for purchase by contingent members High-adventure opportunities - more adventures within and outside Patriots' Path Council |
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