Philmont

Troop 497 is going to Philmont Scout Ranch!

THERE ARE TWO REMAINING SLOTS OPEN FOR SCOUTS.

Our trek will leave Waco on June 12, 2008 and return on June 25, 2008.  We will stay the first night at Palo Duro Canyon continuing the next day to Cimarron New Mexico.

Cost for the trip itself is estimated after Troop subsidies to be $650 for scouts and $300 for adults (cash or camp credits).  You should already have $300 paid.  If you don't, get your money turned in ASAP.  The balance will be due soon.

Everyone currently signed up for Philmont was given a "Philmont 2008 Guidebook to Adventure".  You need to read this booklet cover-to-cover.

It is time to start getting into shape. Philmont recommends a program of regular aerobic exercise, started six months or more before you go.  Exercise for at least 30 minutes 3-4 times a week at an intensity that boosts your heart rate about 75% of your maximum.  An average maximum heart rate is 220 minus your age.  Jogging, hiking uphill or up long flights of stairs, and hiking with a full pack are excellent preparation.  Other aerobic exercises such as swimming, bicycling, and aerobic exercise classes can be used to supplement your training.  Start slowly and gradually increase the duration.

Philmont may still be a few months away but you need to start getting your personal gear together.  You may need to purchase some items.  Your personal gear list is on page 15 of the Philmont Guide Book.  For parents, I have the list here --> Philmont Personal Equipment List.

This will be an amazing trek. Our scout motto is "Be Prepared".  Its time for us to do just that.  Start getting into shape and start working on your personal equipment list.

If you need additional information, contact Mr. DeRosa or Mr. Myers.

This message posted 3/18/08.