Going here as an adult or as a youth, you come away with such valuable life lessons. I've witnessed it time and time again. It's worth the $$ to attend if you have the chance.
I've been five times now, twice on staff, and have enjoyed every moment from climbing Baldy many times to sleeping on top while on staff. Going to Philmont on a trek in 2000 changed my whole perspective on life, and even though I was already Eagle, that was the pinnacle of my scouting career. Going to Philmont is the equivalent of a superbowl and Eagle the MVP, which is a great accomplishment in itself but it isn't the same unitl you make it to the top....PHILMONT! IWTGBTP!!!
Slibs - Aug 12, 2010 6:38 pm Date Climbed: Jun 18, 1996
Still Have My Branded Boots
This was some of the most fun I have ever had, hands down. Went with the explorer troop out of Grey Maine, I was a member of a Troop 35 a few towns over.
Philmont scout ranch is an amazingly beautiful place. I've had the opportunity to spend a total of two weeks here, and I loved the place. I wouldn't be an eagle scout if it wasn't for this place. Philmont gave me an appreciation for the outdoors that I'll never take for granted.
PapaBanucci - Aug 1, 2009 12:08 am Date Climbed: Jul 18, 2009
Advisor with Crew
Nice time with son and crew.
n7nhf - Jul 28, 2009 12:51 pm Date Climbed: Jun 13, 2009
Two times
How can you not be successful at Philmont - Great Trip - Great youth leadership, fun camps.
Two of the greatest experiences of my young life. As a kid from the Washington D.C. suburbs, going to Philmost was an eye-opening experience. My first trek was tough, but a great learning experience. The second was longer, but experience made it easier. Both ended with hikes down Tooth Ridge to basecamp. I wouldn't change a thing about either trip.
Troop 444, Sierra Vista, AZ. Summer 1991. Mount Phillips was the high point of the trip. The hike up Urraca Mesa was a death march. I would like to go back sometime.
the_peak_bagger - Dec 21, 2008 6:52 pm Date Climbed: Jun 11, 2006
God I miss that place
I was with crew 612-L1. we hit baldy, trail peak, the tooth, we did somewhere close to 112 miles. Its 2006, cant wait to go back hear shortly
mtybumpo - Dec 21, 2008 4:25 pm Date Climbed: Jul 24, 2000
Awesome!
This was a life changing experience for me! It is what really got me into backpacking and climbing. Scouting has always been very important to me and this helped to solidify it. I was a member of the first contingent sent to Philmont by my council (Trapper Trails).While I was there we got to hike almost the entire length of the ranch from North to South. We climbed Baldy and finished off with the Tooth of Time. I've never had so much fun in my life! My expedition number was 722-K2.
I went as a Scout on a regular trek in 1986 (701-M) and came back for 4 weeks of Trail Crew in 1988 (628-TC-R). I returned with my son as an adult adviser (and Scoutmaster) in 2007 (717-F2). Philmont is a magical place that holds many great memories for me.
participated in two phenomenal excursions on philmont land in 1996 and 1998. fell in love with the sangres while hiking baldy, shaefers and the tooth of time; haven't looked back since, can't wait to return!
I made two official treks while a Boy Scout and have returned numerous times, including a recent tour I gave my wife while we passed through on our honeymoon in October 2008. One of the treks I made was with a provisional unit, composed of boys from all over the country whose parents were at the training facility. A week in the backcountry with a bunch of strangers was actually a great memory. I did the usual "thing" on the plane wreck atop Trail Peak!
stevepack - Dec 14, 2008 4:26 am Date Climbed: Jul 22, 1980
Great trip!
I went to Philmont when I was 16. Great trip! I would love to go back sometime. My Expedition # was 7-22-I2, if I remember correctly.
Mark Doiron - Dec 11, 2008 4:37 pm Date Climbed: Jun 8, 2005
Five Times
Five times on official itineraries, but only one full trek. Participated in four training courses, including District Activities and Civic Service Committee, Roundtable Commissioner, Teaching Advance Outdoor Skills (at Rocky Mountain Boy Scout Camp) and Wood Badge (at Zastrow). In June 2005 hiked 95 miles, including into the Valle Vidal, and summited Baldy and the Tooth (612J-4). --mark d.
My whole family was there for a week in July 1966 while my parents took training and I was part of a group of teenagers for daytime and evening activities. Each day they took us out and we hiked on trails to spectacular places such as Cathedral Rock. Oh, I also met my first serious boyfriend out there. He was working at Philmont but was from my home town and we dated for awhile when he returned to Maryland. My dad was thrilled because he was an Eagle Scout. Alas, it didn't work out but my son is an Eagle Scout today! I have very fond memories of Philmont!
I was part of a crew from Troop 301 out of Temecula, California. We hiked over 120 miles and had an amazing time. We hiked Baldy Mountain, Mount Phillips, Comanche Peak, Wilson Mesa, Tooth of Time and almost did Black Mountain. Hands down, it was an amazing experience. It definitely helped in many aspects of my life. We did it in August of 2007.
AltitudeSickness - Oct 16, 2014 11:22 am
Great MemoriesGoing here as an adult or as a youth, you come away with such valuable life lessons. I've witnessed it time and time again. It's worth the $$ to attend if you have the chance.
JRB - Aug 2, 2013 10:16 pm
three times 71, and 72Great memories of my first backpacking treks. Climbed Baldy twice
texaseagle16 - May 9, 2011 10:59 am
Superbowl of Scouting!I've been five times now, twice on staff, and have enjoyed every moment from climbing Baldy many times to sleeping on top while on staff. Going to Philmont on a trek in 2000 changed my whole perspective on life, and even though I was already Eagle, that was the pinnacle of my scouting career. Going to Philmont is the equivalent of a superbowl and Eagle the MVP, which is a great accomplishment in itself but it isn't the same unitl you make it to the top....PHILMONT! IWTGBTP!!!
Slibs - Aug 12, 2010 6:38 pm Date Climbed: Jun 18, 1996
Still Have My Branded BootsThis was some of the most fun I have ever had, hands down. Went with the explorer troop out of Grey Maine, I was a member of a Troop 35 a few towns over.
asaking11 - Jan 29, 2010 1:52 am
Awesome placePhilmont scout ranch is an amazingly beautiful place. I've had the opportunity to spend a total of two weeks here, and I loved the place. I wouldn't be an eagle scout if it wasn't for this place. Philmont gave me an appreciation for the outdoors that I'll never take for granted.
PapaBanucci - Aug 1, 2009 12:08 am Date Climbed: Jul 18, 2009
Advisor with CrewNice time with son and crew.
n7nhf - Jul 28, 2009 12:51 pm Date Climbed: Jun 13, 2009
Two timesHow can you not be successful at Philmont - Great Trip - Great youth leadership, fun camps.
dandrew - Feb 21, 2009 12:38 am
1995 & 1997Two of the greatest experiences of my young life. As a kid from the Washington D.C. suburbs, going to Philmost was an eye-opening experience. My first trek was tough, but a great learning experience. The second was longer, but experience made it easier. Both ended with hikes down Tooth Ridge to basecamp. I wouldn't change a thing about either trip.
belexes - Dec 28, 2008 5:57 pm
Summer, 1991Troop 444, Sierra Vista, AZ. Summer 1991. Mount Phillips was the high point of the trip. The hike up Urraca Mesa was a death march. I would like to go back sometime.
the_peak_bagger - Dec 21, 2008 6:52 pm Date Climbed: Jun 11, 2006
God I miss that placeI was with crew 612-L1. we hit baldy, trail peak, the tooth, we did somewhere close to 112 miles. Its 2006, cant wait to go back hear shortly
mtybumpo - Dec 21, 2008 4:25 pm Date Climbed: Jul 24, 2000
Awesome!This was a life changing experience for me! It is what really got me into backpacking and climbing. Scouting has always been very important to me and this helped to solidify it. I was a member of the first contingent sent to Philmont by my council (Trapper Trails).While I was there we got to hike almost the entire length of the ranch from North to South. We climbed Baldy and finished off with the Tooth of Time. I've never had so much fun in my life! My expedition number was 722-K2.
davebobk47 - Dec 19, 2008 2:55 pm
AwsomeWent with my dad in July 1995 and hiked over 70 miles.
DukeJH - Dec 16, 2008 1:48 pm
Three TimesI went as a Scout on a regular trek in 1986 (701-M) and came back for 4 weeks of Trail Crew in 1988 (628-TC-R). I returned with my son as an adult adviser (and Scoutmaster) in 2007 (717-F2). Philmont is a magical place that holds many great memories for me.
shanahan96 - Dec 14, 2008 6:53 pm
Sangre Blissparticipated in two phenomenal excursions on philmont land in 1996 and 1998. fell in love with the sangres while hiking baldy, shaefers and the tooth of time; haven't looked back since, can't wait to return!
jamie
Bubba Suess - Dec 14, 2008 12:12 pm
AwesomeI made two official treks while a Boy Scout and have returned numerous times, including a recent tour I gave my wife while we passed through on our honeymoon in October 2008. One of the treks I made was with a provisional unit, composed of boys from all over the country whose parents were at the training facility. A week in the backcountry with a bunch of strangers was actually a great memory. I did the usual "thing" on the plane wreck atop Trail Peak!
stevepack - Dec 14, 2008 4:26 am Date Climbed: Jul 22, 1980
Great trip!I went to Philmont when I was 16. Great trip! I would love to go back sometime. My Expedition # was 7-22-I2, if I remember correctly.
Mark Doiron - Dec 11, 2008 4:37 pm Date Climbed: Jun 8, 2005
Five TimesFive times on official itineraries, but only one full trek. Participated in four training courses, including District Activities and Civic Service Committee, Roundtable Commissioner, Teaching Advance Outdoor Skills (at Rocky Mountain Boy Scout Camp) and Wood Badge (at Zastrow). In June 2005 hiked 95 miles, including into the Valle Vidal, and summited Baldy and the Tooth (612J-4). --mark d.
silversummit - Dec 7, 2008 9:48 am
Still a strong memory!My whole family was there for a week in July 1966 while my parents took training and I was part of a group of teenagers for daytime and evening activities. Each day they took us out and we hiked on trails to spectacular places such as Cathedral Rock. Oh, I also met my first serious boyfriend out there. He was working at Philmont but was from my home town and we dated for awhile when he returned to Maryland. My dad was thrilled because he was an Eagle Scout. Alas, it didn't work out but my son is an Eagle Scout today! I have very fond memories of Philmont!
Alex Wood - Dec 5, 2008 11:04 pm
Amazing TripI was part of a crew from Troop 301 out of Temecula, California. We hiked over 120 miles and had an amazing time. We hiked Baldy Mountain, Mount Phillips, Comanche Peak, Wilson Mesa, Tooth of Time and almost did Black Mountain. Hands down, it was an amazing experience. It definitely helped in many aspects of my life. We did it in August of 2007.