Scouting families -
If you haven't heard - Crew 307 is going to Philmont in 2025!!
Join us as we will discuss and answer questions at your most convenient time:
* Sun Apr 14 - 7pm ONLINE (https://calendar.app.google/
* Sun Apr 21 - 6:30pm CUMC Scout Room, at start of the Crew meeting
Scouts who will be age 14+ by July 2025 are eligible to attend.
Although not a hard requirement, we strongly recommend a rank of First Class, Camping and First Aid merit badges.
Philmont is one of the most iconic of BSA high adventure bases. See https://www.
This is not one to miss!!
Philmont offers high desert backpacking, with a multitude of activities including rock climbing and rappeling, in a beautiful, remote New Mexico wildnerness area.
Our council does a great job of organizing this one and also offers:
* flights and travel accommodations
* (usually) a Pike's Peak excursion and (often) an Air Force Academy stopover on the way down
* travel shirt and bag
On conclusion of this your scout will:
* be a seasoned, educated backpacker
* have worked closely with others as a team
* be exposed to real consequences of Preparation
* have bonding experiences with peers
* build solid foundation for self-confidence
* create memories lasting a lifetime