Patriots' Path Council's Trail to Philmont

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. Beginning January 1st of each year, groups of 8-12 people may apply. Individuals may apply at any time. Applications are available December. 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. Please visit www.watchu.ppbsa.org for more details.

Philmont Scout Ranch

• "Scouting's Paradise" in New Mexico since 1939
• Over 137,000 acres in the Sangre de Cristo Range of the Rocky Mountains
• Elevations from 6,500 ft to over 12,000 ft

The Watchu Experience

• The nation's best Philmont preparation program —  featured in Scouting magazine
• Staff is experienced Philmonters
• Watchu Mountain Adventure weekend caps your training
• Information-packed web site for crew members at www.watchu.org

I. Starting the Adventure January to September Applications accepted after January 1st Annual unit selection meeting to determine the crews that will participate is held 4th Tuesday in January Deposit paid to confirm participation The Adventure begins Fundraising (Individual and crew) Recruiting a full 12 member crew COPE / team building Summer Adirondack Trek at Sabattis Adventure Camp II. Getting it All Together September to May Monthly crew development Backpacking, rafting, conservation project Trail planning - select your Philmont trek Operation Zero winter adventure at Sabattis III. Are You Ready? May to June Watchu Mountain Adventure - find the gaps Close the gaps Final preparations

IV. Traveling and Touring July Fly to Denver, Colorado Modern motor coach transportation Two days exploring the Front Range of Colorado's Rocky Mountains Air Force Academy Pikes Peak Whitewater rafting Garden of the Gods Lodging and recreation at the Colorado Springs Marriott V. Your Philmont Trek July 12 days of high-adventure 50 to 100+ mile backpacking treks Climb challenging high peaks Awesome natural beauty Exciting programs at backcountry camps Memories for a lifetime   Check out the videos

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