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7/29/08: 716D1,2& 3 has returned from Philmont and we had an incredible experience! This is our contingent photo! Everyone needs to get to Philmont at least once! Thanks to the participants for making this the trip of a lifetime and special thanks to our advisors too: Crew 1: [Trek #27] Youth: Kenny E., Robert E., Tyler B., Michael S., Michael H., Mo M. (crew leader), Chris T.S., Dean C. & Chris B. Advisors: Steve E., Sherri E., Carl T.S. & Frank B. Crew 2: [Trek #24] Youth: Rich V., Matt C., Joey S., Jon S. (crew leader), Brendon S., Zach F., JR S., & Justin C. Advisors: John C., Tim K., Dave V. & Sean S. Crew 3: [Trek #28] Youth: Alex K., Andrew G., Chris D., Brent L. (crew leader), Owen P., Dean L., Taylor Y., Tim N. & Austin R. Advisors: Steve K., Brad R and Scott L.
Photo above taken 7/17/08
Photo above taken 9/1/07 Troop 210 is heading to Philmont for a trek beginning on July 16, 2008! Click the official countdown clock to see how much more time we have before we go. Troop 210 will send three crews of twelve members each. Since we will be taking a tour of Albuquerque and Taos prior to our Philmont excursion, our departure date is actually Sunday, July 13, 2008 and we will return to Orlando Monday, July 28, 2008. This "mini-website" will be our Troop's depot for news, photos and information as we plan for our adventure of a lifetime. This will be the first Troop 210 expedition to Philmont in our Troop's 70+ year history! There is much to learn for those preparing for this grand adventure. Fortunately, Troop 210 has a handful of members who have been to this Crown Jewel of the BSA and will help us prepare.
To kick things off, please read an excellent account from 2006's trip. Also, follow the 2006 Philmont Contingent 711-C link in the side navigational bar for thousands of photos from the Central Florida Council's 2006 trip which included a handful of Troop 210's members.
For those who have signed up for this trip of a lifetime, here are the near-term steps for each participant to be completed prior to January 21, 2008: 1. Fill out page two of the 2008 Philmont Expedition Information Form. 2. Fill out the four pages of the 2008 Philmont Acceptance Form. 3. Fill out page three of the 2008 Philmont Statement of Understanding and Code of Conduct Form. 4. Submit a check for $50 payable to BSA Troop 210 with the note of "Philmont '08 Deposit" 5. Review the fee schedule. 6. Read and understand the risk advisory statement. 7. Check out the participant's gear guide. 8. Review the Philmont Overview Document before the kickoff meeting on 4/15/07. Participants are required to bring a print out of this document to the meeting. Also available in PDF (embedded hyperlinks within document may not work). 9. Jump page to everything else... Keep an eye on your e-mail and continue checking this site for updates.
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About Philmont
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of challenging adventure in the mountains and mesas of northeastern New Mexico. The terrain ranges in elevation from 6,600 feet in Tent City at Philmont Headquarters to 12,441 feet at the summit of Baldy Mountain, New Mexico's second highest peak.
Wildlife is abundant in the back country. Deer, bear, elk, bobcat, antelope, and mountain lions are often seen, as well as the ranch's cattle and buffalo herds. Also located in the backcountry are Philmont's staffed program area camps, as well as campsites waiting to be used for overnight stays.
Tucked within the canõns and arroyos of the always changing landscape is the ever present history of the old west . . . a speck of silver from the creek at Cypress Mines . . . a kerosene lamp from Baldy Town . . . a rusted horse shoe found at the side of an old pack trail.
No two days are alike; no two treks are ever the same; yet the memories of those who have gone are always the same . . . "I want to go back!"
More than 800,000 Scouts, Venturers, and leaders have experienced the adventure of Philmont since the first camping season in 1938. Throughout its existence, conscientious attention to low-impact camping techniques have helped maintain the ranch's wilderness flavor.
The area surrounding the ranch is rich with history, from the Native Americans who made this arid land their home to the land barons of the 19th century. The town of Cimarron boasts a number of historical buildings, including the St. James Hotel—site of at least 26 killings during Cimarron's wilder days.
There is a lot more to know about Philmont. Check out this detailed explanation from Wikipedia.
Questions, comments, complaints or compliments? Contact Troop 210's Expedition Advisor, Steve Eisinger.
