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Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 3 from the president BULLETIN BOARD As I look back on my 10 years on the mark their ballot, sign it, seal it, place Upcoming PSA® Events board of our beloved association, I am a stamp on it—and get it to 87714 in PSA Northeast Regional Reunion – October 11-13, 2013 always struck by how willing and gen- time be counted. Over a hundred more Camp Wheeler, Stanhope, NJ erous our members are in supporting than the last election—a sure sign of Contact: Rick Touchette at [email protected] or David Setzer at [email protected] the PSA with their time and treasure. our health and vitality. We also had PSA Autumn Adventure Trek – October 13-18, 2013 This embarrassment of riches always an exceptionally well-qualified slate reminds me of a science fiction story I of candidates nominated and willing Contact: Steve and Cynthia Truemper at [email protected] read as a child. It brought home to me to serve our association for the next New Years at Philmont – December 31, 2013-January 2, 2014 the power of unintended consequences. three years. After the results had been PSA Omelet Breakfast on January 1 The story had a time traveler going tabulated I was able to talk with the Contact: Randy Saunders at [email protected] way back in time and accidentally step- unsuccessful candidates, and each one Celebrating the Lives of Genevieve & Event – February 1, 2014 ping on and killing a brightly colored volunteered to stay involved and serve Westwood Village, Los Angeles, CA butterfly. This seemingly insignificant on a PSA committee. This is a huge Contact: Lee Huckstep at [email protected] event alters the future, so when he win for the PSA: the more members PSA Annual Reunion – July 11-13, 2014 returns to the future it is a drab and that help in leading the organization, Orwellian world. His seemingly in- the better it will be for all of us, and the PSA Summer Trek @ Philmont – July 14-21, 2014 significant act changed the world. All PSA’s future. Philmont Scout Ranch because the world was deprived of the In closing, I appreciate all the inten- beauty of a butterfly, the world became tional things everyone in the PSA does a dismal place. to further our goals of supporting the Now some seemingly insignifi- people, place and programs that ARE cant acts can have a positive effect on Philmont. When you pause and think our future. I have been thankful that that your gift or action is too small to our organization has succeeded and move the organization forward—re- flourished because of the cumulative member that every step gets us that effects of the many intentional acts our much further down the trail of success. members perform every year. These Just watch out for butterflys! include: voting for PSA officers, attend- ing reunions, hosting reunions, donat- – Jim Lynch ing to capital campaigns, donating to the annual fund, renewing member- Beginning with this issue, ships, and of course the Phil Amigos! “Under the Zia”, our column Each of these acts makes the PSA the about upcoming events in great place it is and keeps us all con- nected to the Ranch and the impact it New Mexico, will move from has on people year in and year out. High Country to the PSA web- This year we had over 600 of our site. members take the time to read the bios,

Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 4 from the prez bulletin board 5 psa® news psa® news Regional Reunions Celebration Trek - The Return of SPAM

First Southwest Ohio Reunion by Lee Huckstep

The Celebration Trek – celebrating the 75th anniversary of Philmont and the 40th anniversary of your Philmont Staff Association – saw the return of Spam, an early form of mystery meat, to trail lunches. Introduced by Hormel Food Cor- poration in 1937, Spam is a year older than Philmont. Spam, or a similar product called Treet, had been present in trail lunches before, but has not been seen in many years. The reappearance Southwest Ohio Reunion draws a nice crowd of Philstaff and families. of Spam brought back long forgotten memories of previous experiences to by Joe Parker conversations. Emily Darr talked about this product. For some youth partici- Classic SPAM! trailing Philbears in the backcountry as pants, this was their first exposure to The storm clouds rolled away early and she was part of the Bear Research staff. this legendary substance. when they arrived at Philmont, they left a glorious morning for the South- Saturday dinner was held at the Instead of being in a can with a soon acquired them or got wet. By the west Ohio PSA reunion. The setting Moerlien Lager House just across the key that often broke during the can- afternoon of the second trail day the was Cincinnati’s Sharon Wood Park street from Great American Ballpark, opening, the 2013 Spam version comes weather improved markedly, though, for a pot luck lunch as eleven former home of the Cincinnati Reds. The Lager in single person foil packets. The taste and no further substantial weather staffers, spouses and children gathered House provided an extraordinary view remains unchanged. problems were presented. to celebrate and reminisce about their of the Ohio River which didn’t look so The Celebration Trek was the larg- For many, their Trek was a trip years of service at Philmont. muddy on this day. est in the history of the PSA Trek with down memory lane and for Phil Of course there was the requisite After dinner it was a brief walk 114 members and guests trekking the Yunker, more so than most. Phil re- memorabilia. Al Heine brought some across the street to watch a great pitch- Philmont trails. As a reward for their ef- turned to Fish Camp where, in 1965, as magnificent photographs from his ing duel which ended in a 3-1 Reds loss forts and their three hours of conserva- the bona fide camp director, he stood in time as a member of the NIS staff and to the San Diego Padres. At the end of tion service, they earned their platinum the dining room as the kitchen washed photo lab. Cathy Hubbard brought her the game, there were hugs and hand- edged 75th Anniversary Arrowheads away in the flood. In 1973, Phil was “at maps and a New Mexico state flag. Joe shakes and promises to be back for the and special PSA Trek award patches. the confluence” of the Agua Fria and Parker brought his now almost antique Second Annual Reunion next year with The hiking and camping skills of Rayado and helped to found the PSA. Ranger Axe and a photo of the Porcu- the location to perhaps be Dayton. the trekkers were challenged on the PSA Crew 1 continued its tradition pine Staff circa 1967. In attendance were PSA members first trail night, and into the second of ambitious treks, covering 50 miles Conversation about the crews the Cathy Hubbard, Joe Parker, Al Heine, day, when heavy monsoon rains fell during their “C” itinerary to Crater former rangers had and the lengthy Emily Darr, Chris Berndt, Scott Tritt, on most parts of the Ranch. If trekkers Lake, Crooked Creek, Clear Creek, hikes they made were part of the and Dr. Ron Reynolds. did not have good wet weather skills Cyphers Mine, and Cimarroncito. PSA

6 psa news Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 psa news 7 Staff Amigos Wrap-up by Cathy Hubbard a response, though many do write back. The 2013 season has ended and staff I was lucky to participate in the PSA are now home or back in school. They trek this summer, and got to hear from have a summer full of memories: the several staff members about the pro- fire relocation, the music, the starry gram. Universally, they were delighted nights and the big rainstorm. They to receive the packages and to know forged friendships with staff, scouts that the PSA cared about them. and advisors and hopefully, some PSA I’m grateful for all of the fine PSA members, through the Amigo program. members who participated in this This summer, 59 staff groups had an program and hope to cover even more amigo, meaning that about 475 staff staff groups next summer. The goal is had a friend from past years taking an to serve every single staff group with interest in them. an Amigo. We will begin filling spots The Amigos are a selfless group, in early April 2014, so stay in touch and sending mail and packages filled with let’s make it another great summer! goodies without the expectation of Matthew Terribile relaxing at Fish Camp PSA Calendars Ride Again! Crew 1 was honored to have the cur- complete amount by check to Randy rent Chief Ranger, Christine Salisbury, Saunders, PSA, 17 Deer Run Road, Ci- serve as their Ranger. marron, NM 87714. Be sure to include Other great moments reported your name, address, phone and e-mail by trekkers include relaxing lunches address. You can also call Randy at 575- on the porch at Sawmill, visiting the 643-6680 and give him your credit card Contention Mine, getting hundreds of details. amazing photographs, enjoying a fresh pear with chocolate milk at PJ, hiking Ed. Note: Through the years, it seems over Mt. Phillips, crossing the beautiful that dozens of Philstaff have been identi- Crooked Creek meadow, the heater at fied as, or claimed to have been Director by Scott Toney News and Photo Service. All are pic- of Fish Camp in that legendary Summer Clear Creek, sunrise from lofty camp- tures that will make you proud when site #15 at Cito, and hiking trails that of ’65. Your humble servant has searched This year we will again be selling you display them. they helped build while on staff. Philmont’s employment files and can verify Philmont Staff Association Calendars to Last year we sold enough calendars The trek is one of the most endur- from having seen with his own eyes that raise money for seasonal staff scholar- to send $500 to the Seasonal Staff Schol- ing PSA traditions – there have been 27 the Director of Fish Camp in 1965 was one ships. I hope you will all purchase one arship program. I hope to double that Treks – and you can join this tradition “Philip Yunker. Wabash Valley Council for yourself and some to give away. this year. It’s all up to you. Purchase in 2014. The 28th PSA Trek will be July #166. Terre Haute, Indiana.” They make great holiday gifts. soon and purchase often! The calendars 14 to 21 and will cost $475. Complete The calendar itself is a full color cost $25, but the money goes to a great details will be published early in 2014, It is has been confirmed that Spam will be wall calendar featuring images of the cause. ranch. Some photos are winners of the You can place your order by contact- but if you want to reserve your place repeated in the 2014 trail lunches. Staff Photo Contest and some are taken ing the PSA office or ordering online at now, we will take your money. Send the . by the talented staff of the Philmont Philstaff.com.

Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 8 psa news psa news 9 California Celebration - You Need A The W offers a block of ten Spectacu- lar Queen Suites at the rate of $239. Place To Stay Applicable taxes are added. The suite consists of a completely separate bed- by Lee Huckstep tional Airport. room with queen bed. The living room Space limitations prevent us from includes a sofa, mini-bar, television, etc. When you attend the Celebration of the describing all the terms and conditions This rate is for one or two persons. Lives of Genevieve and Waite Phillips of each hotel. You are responsible for This is a full service hotel with in Los Angeles January 31 and Febru- obtaining the cancellation policy and restaurant and bar. Breakfast, parking, ary 1, 2014, most will need a place to other terms at the time you make your internet, and other incidentals are in stay. Now is the time to make the hotel reservation. If you have any special addition to the room rate. arrangements, while rooms at preferred needs, please specify those needs when You can reserve by calling 877-946- W – Hotel, this is the place for you. The rates are still available. making your reservation. The tax rate 8357 and ask for the Philmont Staff Palomar offers a block of ten rooms at All Celebration events take place in Los Angeles varies by type and size Association group block rate. A credit the rates of $189 for a single or double, within walking distance of each other of hotel. card will be required to secure your $209 for a triple, and $229 for a quad in the tony Westwood area of Los An- reservation. rate. Applicable taxes are added. geles, a neighborhood just down the W - Hotel While this hotel is at the top of the This is a full service hotel with hill from the Phillips residence at 10659 price list, it is, for the money, the best restaurant and bar. Breakfast, parking, Bellagio Road. We offer a series of hotel At the top of the price list and at the value. Additionally, the W is the loca- internet, and other incidentals are in options which are within walking dis- top in luxury is the W-Hotel Los Ange- tion of our Friday night mixer – at the addition to the room rate. tance of Celebration events, allowing les. Situated at 930 Hilgard Avenue, this hip poolside WET Deck -- so you will You can reserve by calling 424-901- you to forego a rental car and just take hotel is everything you would expect not have to walk far to celebrate with 7270 or 1-800-KIMPTON. Ask for the a taxi to and from Los Angeles Interna- of a W-Hotel – including a hot scene. your friends. Philmont Staff Association rate. A credit Please note that there is a 31-day card is required to secure your reserva- advance cancellation requirement. tion. Cancellations received 31 days or more The cut-off date for this rate is Janu- before the event will receive a full ary 1, 2014 refund. Cancellations received 30 days or less in advance of the event will have Hilgard House their credit card charged for the length of the original stay. The Hilgard House, 927 Hilgard The cut-off date for this rate is Janu- Avenue, is our mid-range offering ary 3, 2014. with singles for $164 and doubles for $169. Applicable taxes are added. The Palomar exterior is a little dated, but the rooms – particularly the beds – are fine. You can The Palomar, part of the unique Kimp- select a room with a king, queen or two ton collection, is a few blocks out of double beds. Rates include free parking the way at 10740 Wilshire Boulevard, for one regular sized vehicle and com- but offers good value and is within plimentary continental breakfast and walking distance of all events. If you wi-fi. This hotel does not have a restau- want luxury with less intensity than the rant or bar, but there are many nearby,

Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 10 psa news psa news 11 including the W-Hotel across the street. and includes an elegant lunch on Satur- 2013 PSA Board of Directors Election Results The rate includes a complimentary day, February 1, in a restaurant located PSA Secretary Ray Czech has announced results of the election for the associa- continental breakfast and wi-fi. in a building which would have been tion’s officers and directors. Indicative of the growth and increasing strength of You can reserve by calling 800-826- familiar to the Phillips. Attendance is the PSA, the Nominating Committee earlier this year released its report, which 3943. Ask for the PSA Group rate. A limited to 140 persons – the fire code included an outstanding array of candidates, any of whom would serve the credit card is required to secure your limits for the chapel and the restaurant. association well. Following is the list of those elected, who will serve for terms reservation. This number is a hard ceiling. It cannot commencing January 1, 2014 and concluding December 31, 2016. Volunteers are The cut-off date for this rate is De- be raised. Don’t be left out. now being sought for the increasing number of committees which conduct the cember 31, 2014. You need to be there. business of the association. While committees are normally headed by a member As your Philmont Staff Association of the PSA Board, members of the committees need not be board members. If you Royal Palace Hotel enters its 41st year, take time to be a are interested in serving on a committee or would like to recommend others, you part of this shining moment when your may do so by contacting Executive Director Randy Saunders at 575-376-1138 or The Royal Palace Hotel, 1052 Ti- Association honors and celebrates the [email protected]. verton Avenue, is our budget offering. two people who changed your life and Don’t be put off by the exterior appear- the lives of nearly one million camp- Officers: Southern: Anne Marie Pinkenburg, Fort ance and the lobby. The rooms are quite ers: Genevieve and Waite Phillips. This Worth, TX (1992-95, 97) nice and this location is the best of our unique opportunity to celebrate with President: John Murphy, Tyler, TX Southern: Doug Wahl, Pawleys Island, hotel offerings. This hotel has very your friends will never come again. (1972-74) SC (1996, 98-2000) competitive offerings: To register, and for full details, go to Vice President-Membership: Colleen www.philstaff.com McLaughlin Nutter, Highlands Ranch, Western: Nancy Coleman Stickelman, Queen (2 guests max) $139.00. If the website does not answer your CO (1988-92, 95) Las Vegas, NV (1997-2003) King (2 guests max) $149.00. questions, contact: Randy Saunders at Vice President-Service: Tim Rosseisen, Western: Michael Waggoner, Centrev- 2 Queen (4 guests max) $159. [email protected]. Breckenridge, CO (1984-93, 94 & PTC ille, UT (1994-94, 98-2005) Mini Suite (5 guests max) $164. Lee Huckstep at lee.huckstep@kbr. Faculty) Full Suite (5 guests max) $169. com Vice President-Development: Warren National Directors: Smith, Charlotte, NC (1975-79, 84-85) Applicable taxes are added. Treasurer: Matt Lindsey, Nacogdoches, Amy Douglass Boyle, Lander, WY Rates include free parking for one TX (1987) (1978, 80) regular sized vehicle and complimenta- Secretary: Adam Fromm, Arlington, VA Ken Davis, Alexandria, VA (1960-63, ry continental breakfast and wi-fi. This (1999-2001) 65-66 & PTC Faculty) hotel does not have a restaurant or bar, Bryan Delaney, Atlanta, GA (1998-2013) but there are many nearby. Regional Directors: Mark Griffin, Grapevine, TX (1995-2000 You can reserve by calling 310-208- & PTC Faculty) 6677. Ask for the Philmont Staff Asso- “Lettin’ the cat outta the bag Northeast: Kathy Seitz, South Glaston- Cathy Stoddard Hubbard, Middleton, ciation rate. A credit card is required to is a whole lot easier’n puttin’ bury, CT (1981-83) WI (1976-77, 2012) secure your reservation. it back.” Northeast: Rick Touchette, Coeymans, Lee Huckstep, Houston, TX (1971-72, The cut-off date for these rates is NY (1971-72, 74-77) 74, 76-77) December 31, 2014. - Will Rogers, American Steve Rick, Cimarron, NM (1978-81, Cost and reservations humorist and friend of Waite Central: Mitch Standard, Macomb, IL 83-84) Phillips (1984-85) Your cost for the Celebration is $55 Central: Phil Winegardner, Overland Park, KS (1969-74)

12 psa news Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 psa news 13 ranch roundup Philmont Introduces Science Technology Engineering Math!

S.T.E.M. is an important initiative that was designed to help strengthen the United States’ technological security and economic prosperity. The Boy Scouts of America developed the Nova Awards program to excite and expand a sense of wonder about these fascinating fields of study. Philmont Scout Ranch is now looking to en- gage youth participants in S.T.E.M. during their trek and in their lives, in addition to providing a wilderness experience that lasts a lifetime. “Ten-year employment projections show that of the 20 fastest-growing occu- pations projected for 2014, 15 of them require significant mathematics or science preparation.” –US Department of Labor Do YOU have great ideas about how Philmont can incorporate S.T.E.M. initia- tives into our existing program at the Ranch? Please contact Sarah Burgess, S.T.E.M. Coordinator at sarah.burgess@. org with your thoughts, comments and questions.

Shooting Guns – It’s for Science! Ryan Swalls explains physics of shooting at Sawmill. by Sarah Burgess, Conservation Coor- blocks, forming an entry/exit model of blocks are obliterated. Pieces of clay powder rifles), 00-buckshot and #7 dinator for S.T.E.M. the shot. litter the ground 50 yards downrange birdshot (12 gauge shotguns). Later, we Thankfully, gathering supplies for from the shooting porch, laying a blow shot Old West revolvers with .38-Spe- It is a rainy afternoon in Base Camp. this project is relatively easy. We order to our lofty goal of creating somewhat cial rounds, a cowboy-action shooting Two Philmont Staffers sit on a porch, several cases of model clay, the same intact models. How could we get the program begun two years ago at Ponil. discussing how to keep today’s youth used at PTC Handicraft for ceramics. clay to maintain its shape while shoot- Throughout the day we have the from being ruled by their smart phone After a stop by the ammunition room in ing with such high-powered ammuni- opportunity to give S.T.E.M. informa- apps and more engaged in applications base camp, we are on our way to Saw- tion? tion about shooting guns to many staff like Science, Technology, Engineer- mill to shoot the first clay blocks with “What about leaving the clay blocks members, crew youth and advisors. ing, and Math (S.T.E.M.). “What about .30-06 (pronounced 30-aught-6) rifles. in the plastic bags they were packaged It turns out that cradling a clay block, shooting guns? That’s pretty exciting We hurriedly reload full metal jackets in and then shoot them?” suggests one especially after it becomes a peculiar for kids,” one of us says. “Oh yeah! just as participants would in the reload- of our team members. cavity, provides a great hook, as educa- We could show what happens when a ing shack; a full metal jacket is a bullet This method proves successful tors call it, to pique people’s interest. bullet enters something. Look at this composed of soft lead core and encased and our spirits lift as our “work” day We knew we hosted a successful project YouTube video…” Thus, begins our in copper. Though excited to shoot at continues with stops at Miranda’s black when the most common comment of project of creating ballistics models by a different kind of target for once (and powder range and Harlan’s shotgun the day from our audience was, “I had shooting ammunition used in Philm- for educational purposes nonetheless!), range. The other ammunitions used for no idea that’s what the bullet did!” ont’s shooting sports program into clay our spirits plummet when the first two this project were: .50-caliber ball (black S.T.E.M. initiatives as a national fo-

Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 14 ranch roundup ranch roundup 15 cus go back to the time of the launch of Sputnik in 1957. The entire world was The Enduring Legacy: Reflections on 75 focused on gaining an edge in technol- ogy and science and the United States Years of Philstaff felt our nation was losing that race in economic and technological advance- by Mark Stinnett ment. Thus began an initiative to help young students understand their po- I started in Year 37. That was my first tential in S.T.E.M. topics and persuade on the Philmont staff: 1975. The era them to pursue such a degree. Accord- of long hair, bumblebee staff shirts, ing to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, women just recently arrived, only one it has been predicted for 2008-2018 type of Philmont T-shirt sold in the that projected employment growth for trading post, TRs instead of RTs, flood S.T.E.M. fields will reach 17.31%, while damage still abundant, Vietnam vets non-S.T.E.M. fields will only be 9.67%. returning to the staff, and the Rayado Studies also show that the total number A block of clay after a .38 Special bullet has Trail under construction. What a great of S.T.E.M. degrees earned in U.S. col- passed through. time to work at Philmont! leges have declined between 2001 and technical applications for their higher I had no idea then that I’d be looking 2011, according to the National Center education and future careers. back, like I am today, and realizing that for Education Statistics. The ballistics models created dur- somehow, some way, I have become The Boy Scouts of America em- ing this summer now reside at each one of the “old guys.” I mean, I am barked on S.T.E.M. initiatives a few backcountry shooting camp – Harlan, now, this year, relegated to the front years ago and now offer two awards, Ponil, Black Mountain, Clear Creek, half of Phil-history. It sure didn’t seem the Nova and Supernova, so Boy Miranda and Sawmill. Each camp pos- like I was an early inhabitant of the Scouts, Venturers and Cub Scouts can sesses at least two models—one of their ranch called Philmont as I took crews explore the excitement in these fields camp specific ammunition and one out on the trail, branded boots, cooked and be recognized for their efforts. other ammunition for comparison. chuck wagon dinners, raced burros, Through completing requirements looked in vain for the Urraca lights, for the award, young people can also Sarah currently leads hands-on marine sci- told campfire stories and often heard realize exciting, hands-on aspects of ence education at Catalina Island Marine old Rod Taylor sing. By then, it seemed phyry, ready for adventure, fun, work, S.T.E.M. in their everyday lives. Institute as an Assistant Program Director, like most of the kinks had been worked play, rescues, romances, silliness and The part of a trek at Philmont Scout playing in the ocean with kids, spending as out and this Philmont thing was run- service: us. The Philmont staff. Ranch that many of us well know and much time as possible in the surf and sun, ning pretty well. Second and even third generations understand is the ability of our brand, and lucky enough to call it work. She has What made it run well then, has of Philstaff families now clamber about “wilderness experiences that last a life- been fortunate enough to work at Philmont ever since, still does today, hands the mountains. Why does that happen? time,” to extend into peoples’ lives once for ten summers, in the Ranger Depart- down, no question, as sure a thing as I recall meeting a backcountry staff their boots and backpack are off the ment for many of those, and more recently you’ll ever find to bet on in your whole member a few years ago who told me trail. With S.T.E.M. initiatives spreading in Conservation with Sustainability and life, is the eager horde of hundreds who that his parents, who had both worked across the Ranch and influencing visi- Environmental Education. She would make their way each May and June to at the Ranch, had told him and his tors in the future, we have even more love to hear your ideas about S.T.E.M. that base camp sprawling below our sister that they were required to work of an opportunity to build youths’ con- for Philmont and can be reached at sarah. favorite igneous extrusion of dacite por- at least one summer at Philmont. He fidence and promote our programs as [email protected].

Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 16 ranch roundup 75 years 17 was then in his fifth year; his sister in very first Philstaffer – Lawrence “Boss” penned a poem to reflect his thoughts staffed camps with defined program her fourth. Now that my own daughter Sanchez. on his trek. A friend told him it needed offerings and multiple counselors to has completed her first staff summer Boss went to work for Waite Phillips music, so on the way home on the train, teach them. And so in Year 18 of Phil- in Year 75, I well appreciate the words as a cowboy in 1937 at the age of 19. he “composed” music for his poem by history, Director of Camping Jack Rhea that 70s ranger Carol Munch shared at When Phillips made his first gift to the listening to the clackety-clack of the and seasonal stalwart Clarence Dunn the Ranger Reunion in 2007. Speaking Boy Scouts of America the next year, train wheels. Back again at Philmont came up with the program that has of her own daughter who was then Boss went with it. And then from Day in ’47, John began singing his song become synonymous throughout Scout- working on staff, and of the friends she One through Year 45 (1983), Boss set a for crews as they passed through the ing with the image of the Philmont would bring over to the family cabin standard for work ethic as Horse Fore- Bench (which, in the inimitable style staff: the Philmont Rangers. near Eagle Nest, she said, “If you close man that probably cannot be surpassed. of Philstaff, he renamed Visto Grande From the day in 1957 that a station your eyes and listen, the stories are still In the 1940s, Boss ran the wagon train because he didn’t like the name). The wagon pulled up and Mr. Dunn said to same – only the names are different.” programs that took the early crews into song caught on and stuck. You know it young ranger David Jung, “Dave, why If you ask any former staff member the backcountry. He taught thousands today as The Philmont Hymn. don’t you take this one?” through our what made Philmont so special, you of staff and Scouts to appreciate the The song now has its own tradi- present time in Year 75, Rangers have will invariably get some variation of the land and do any job right. I feel person- tions. For many years, at Closing symbolized everything that is good and exact same answer: the people. There ally blessed to have worked with him Campfire, the staff has invited any right about Philmont: fast hikers, out- are stories of mountains and adven- when I staffed in backcountry horse other current staffers and any former door experts, super Scouts, backpack- tures, to be sure – tales of great hikes, camps. Life was always good when Philmont staffers in the audience to ing mentors. A ranger spends more terrific programs, road trips, wildlife Boss was around – to this day, I have come down to the stage to join in the time with a crew than any other staff encounters, special places, full moons never met a happier person. Cattle singing of the hymn. That tradition members and is often the one staffer and conquered peaks. But more often headquarters is now named in his can lead to unexpected reunions – this remembered after campers return than not, those stories are remembered honor. summer, I met one of my former staff- home. The early Rangers uniformly and told because of the people involved ers from Clark’s Fork, Tim Brown, who credit Clarence Dunn for the program’s – the fellow staff members embarked 1940s: Developing an Identity had attended closing campfire the night success. Philmont’s first Chief Ranger with us on our three-month journey before. He had gone down to the stage held the post for an amazing 13 years. each year. We’ve all heard the slogan about the to join in the hymn, then looked over Always called “Mr. Dunn” by his A look back might give a hint of Marines “looking for a few good men.” and recognized a fellow former staffer, rangers and staff, by Year 32 when he why. That’s about all there were on staff Francis Ruby, also an advisor, whom he stepped down, the program he founded in the 1940s, with lean camper loads hadn’t seen in 40 years. had lasting traditions of its own. They The First Philstaffer due to war and post-war rebuilding. don’t carry axes any more, their peach Backcountry program camps didn’t 1950s: Making Philmont as We Know cobblers have become pound cake, Traditions don’t just happen – they exist then, and outpost camps were It Now and their song is now a chant or rap start somewhere, often without any generally manned by only one or two or something, but for today’s rangers, forethought or planning. They come hardy souls who camped there all sum- As attendance grew exponentially IWGBTP means just as much as it did about because others see something mer and helped out crews who passed in Philmont’s second decade, it became that first year. they appreciate and are inspired to em- through. increasingly clear that the program ulate. If you hired on at Philmont and A young first-year staffer named needed a makeover. The 21-day wagon 1960s: New Lands, Flooded Lands just thought you might have detected a John Westfall manned the post at trains just weren’t well suited to thou- tradition of hard work, cheerful service, Bench Camp in 1947. John had come sands, rather than hundreds, of Scouts “The Lord giveth, and the Lord taketh and enjoying life in the mountains, you to Philmont as a camper in 1945, and coming to New Mexico. Base camps away” could aptly describe life for the can be assured that it did start with the while sitting in his tent at Cito, had and one-man trail camps gave way to staff in the 1960s. In Year 25 (1963),

Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 18 75 years 75 years 19 purchased and donated fought their way through raging flood 1970s: They Must Have Gone Crazy became him, speaking French frequent- the Baldy Country to Philmont, thus waters on the Rayado to reach Fish Out There ly, dressing in appropriate period attire, opening vast new opportunities for Camp, only to have to abandon it when and even getting new glasses to more staff exploration of our new tallest most of it washed away, through the So with staffed camps and rangers, the closely resemble those in use at the mountain, with gold mines, ghost following week as the waters subsided, program was set, right? I mean, what time. A gifted singer and songwriter, towns, great views and good times. the seasonal staff worked tirelessly to else could there be to do? Former PSA Doc did great campfires – and took his But reality came back just over a year get the Ranch prepared for the first President Berne Holman and his staff staff up “the Wall” every night to Cop- later when the devastating flood of campers. “We will be ready!” vowed at Cyphers Mine in 1972 gave us an per Park to put one on for the campers 1965 destroyed the floor of Rayado new Director of Camping Joe Davis, answer, and Philmont hasn’t been the there. He carried that same dedication Canyon and wreaked havoc through and they were. Trails became cleared, same since. to craft and work ethic to subsequent much of the South Country. holes found fillings, bridges got rebuilt, Berne and company decided they stints at Black Mountain and Clear To the rescue came the Philmont and campers had adventures of a wanted to live and act like mountain Creek. It’s not too much to say that a staff. From the opening night of the lifetime. This may have been the staff’s men. Now, I’ve heard differing ver- generation of interpretive staff learned flood, when Phil Yunker and his staff finest hour. sions of this story, but the one that’s from him and followed his example. always seemed most plausible to me is Meanwhile, Philmont still had the that the guys just started doing things problem of flood damage on the like dressing in non-uniform attire, Rayado. Efforts at starting a new trail A SPECIAL THANKSGIVING FOR PHILMONT STAFF avoiding washing and personal hy- in the late 60s had fizzled, so Joe Davis giene, acting a bit crazy, eating moths called on a former staffer from the 50s, Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2013) provides a special occasion for those and telling campers (with some justifi- Rod Replogle, who was then work- who love Philmont Scout Ranch to pause, reflect, and give thanks. It was cation) that they were wild mountain ing in trail construction for the Forest seventy-five years ago (November 28, 1938) that Waite Phillips made his first men. New Director of Camping Opera- Service in nearby Taos. Davis started gift of land that would soon become Philmont Scout Ranch to the Boy Scouts of tions Joe Clay got wind of the shenani- a new department, Conservation, and America. gans and, to his credit, saw opportunity Rod came over to train it. And kept in mayhem. Thus was the Philmont coming over – for 25 years, instilling To help commemorate this extraordinary act, the Philmont Staff Association living history program born. modern trail-building practices and offers the following: By 1975, Philmont featured interpre- teaching the staff how to do it right. • A Gift. Enclosed with this issue celebrating Philmont’s 75th birthday is tive backcountry programs in fur trap- That new trail in Rayado Canyon an original art piece produced by noted Philmont and American West artist ping, mountain living, western lore, got started again under the depart- Jeff Segler. Jeff donated his rendering of the Philmont Grace, and the PSA has lumbering and mining. Wildly popular ment’s supervision, and this time, it reproduced it on card stock suitable for framing, as our way of sharing this with staff and campers, these new pro- gone done right. Director of Program special moment with our members. grams brought out amazing staff talent Lloyd Knudsen got to place the dyna- • And a request. Please join all Philmont staff, current and former, in reciting in acting, singing, and theatrics. And as mite and blow “the Notch.” The trail the Philmont Grace as a remembrance of this incredible gift and remarkable is often the case in such new ventures, moved higher up the canyon to avoid generosity. At noon (Philmont time) on November 28, 2013 – wherever you one staffer came to symbolize the ideals a repeat of 1965. Switchbacks took the might be – find a way and a place to quiet your heart and join other Philfolk of this new program trend. place of elevator chutes previously across the land in giving thanks for a gift that enriched our lives in ways we In the mid-1970s, everyone at Philmont common on Philmont trails. On my could never have imagined. wanted to be Doc Walker. I first met last hike at Philmont as a staffer, in him in 1975 when he was camp director 1978, fellow CDs Jeff Marion and Jeff The Philmont Grace 75th Anniversary Commemorative Card replaces the holi- at French Henry. Doc didn’t just por- McElroy and I made one of the first day card normally mailed by the PSA to our members this time of year. tray the character of French Henry – he hikes from Fish Camp to Abreu on the

20 75 years Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 75 years 21 fully connected Rayado Trail – true tes- than in those early days. In some ways, ptc news tament to the “we can overcome” spirit I think, the bonds that tie today’s staff of the Philmont staff. are even stronger than in my time. They are literally wired together with The Decades Since: The More Things wireless technology. They can text and Back in 2014! Region Weeks at PTC Change, The More They Stay the tweet about Philmont 24-7, and can stay Same in touch with each other in the off- season (and even during the summer) I really didn’t mean to lump the last in ways that we never could. 33 years into one category when I start- I returned to Philmont in July for ed writing this article, but I realized a full 10-day trek with my son and his that much of what has happened in troop – my first real trek since 1991. I that time has been like home improve- am pleased to report that today’s staff ments. The house has been built and is just as enthusiastic, just as crazy and lived in for a while, the foundation and just as committed to excellence as any walls are still the same, but the outer of its predecessors. yard and interior design are undergo- 75 years of staff. A lot of great ing constant tweaks and changes. people, a lot of great moments. A lot of Staff shirts went from bumblebees tradition. And if you ever don’t think it to pickles, grapes, smurfs and cher- really is an enduring legacy that every ries. The trading post evolved into one of us has helped establish, go back a real store with a real name. Ranch for a closing campfire, and walk down management invited the family back to to the stage to join the current staff in visit with its embrace of the Philmont the singing of the Philmont Hymn, like Staff Association (and like many house I got to do in July with my daughter. In 2014, each region of the BSA is host- Central Region Week: July 27-Au- guests, now we won’t leave!). We built You can still feel the pride, the spirit, ing a week at PTC! These weeks will gust 2 “Continuous Improvement on the staff dining hall and the Silver the tradition, the legacy. enable each region to highlight specific the Journey to Excellence” Sage Staff Activity Center. The yard Seventy-five years of Philmont staff. topics related to the BSA’s Journey to Conferences for each region week in- got bigger with agreements allowing Delivering – and living – adventures Excellence program and focus on each clude conferences such as Council and us to hike and camp in the , that truly do last a lifetime. region’s specific Scouting needs. Each District Key-3, various Commissioner Greenwood Canyon, and the Heck region has carefully selected a theme Courses, Executive Board training and Properties. and the conferences for their week, de- many others. Conferences will be avail- The second major natural disaster signed to help move Scouting forward able for Scouters at all levels including “On those days you think arrived in Year 64 (2002) with the Ponil in their area. unit, district, council, and area. you’d like to go back to your Fire that burned much of the North Scouters from all regions will be youth – think of algebra.” Country. As it did with the flood in Southern Region Week: June 22-28 welcome to attend any of the weeks, Year 27, the staff responded. Philmont “Leadership on the Trail to Excellence” but there will be special regional - Will Rogers, American opened and accommodated all crews in Western Region Week: July 13-19 emphasis to some activities. Region humorist and friend of Waite a crowded “Year of Togetherness.” “Strengthening Units Through Strong leadership will be on hand to meet Phillips The staff has doubled in size to Districts” with volunteers and professionals in more 1,000. They’re a little different Northeast Region Week: June 20-26 attendance regarding opportunities “Forging a Future of Excellence” and challenges they face in their local

Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 22 75 years ptc news 23 units, districts and councils. For more “On the Prowl,” Wolves “Running with at sites around Philmont and learn how information regarding the 2014 PTC the Pack,” Bears with “Bear Necessi- to take activities back to your troop, 2014 PTC Promo- Conference schedule, visit www.philm- ties,” and Webelos being “Iron Chefs” team, or crew.This conference combines tional Materials Now onttrainingcenter.org or email training- and “Building a Better World” and many previous summer’s conferences [email protected]. more! Be one of the first to walk this into one! Available dynamic new trail as traditional Scout- ing values combine with relevant new Are you looking for information to New Innovative Con- Scouting skills to map the new Cub STEM Outdoor Expe- give your friends about PTC? Contact ferences Offered at Scout adventure. If you are involved in ditions –Down and PTC and request a packet of our brand Cub Scouting at a unit, district or coun- new promotional materials! These PTC in 2014 cil level, join us and be one of the first Dirty, Nitty-Gritty materials include to experience the new adventure based • 2014 Conference Flyers The Philmont Training Center program. and Sky High! • 2014 Conference Brochures is excited to offer new cutting edge • PTC Posters conferences to volunteers from across (14-20 age youth only) – Spend a • Family Program Brochures the nation in 2014. In addition to yearly Venturing: the New week exploring the natural science • National Advanced Youth Leader- favorites such as “Putting More Out- Vision world using Rocky Mountain Scout ship Experience (NAYLE) flyers ing in Scouting” and “District Key-3,” Camp as your daily base of opera- • Philmont Leadership Challenge tion. Daily you will travel to and from (PLC) flyers these new conferences are designed to The changes to the Venturing pro- Rocky Mountain Scout Camp at the • “Ask me about PTC” stickers help volunteers and professionals from gram are set to roll out next year! The base of the exploring and Additionally, we will send a DVD across the nation share ideas and best new Venturing program model builds experimenting in the New Mexico wild. containing videos about the Philmont practices and keep pace with the excit- on success from the past and provides Come out and discover the mechanics Training Center and other Philmont ing changes and new developments in a framework for a dynamic program of COPE adventures, chemistry of the programs. Are you going to a local the BSA. of adventure, leadership, service, and prairies flora and fauna, habitat of the Scouting event? You can also request to personal growth, grounded in a flexible Philmont water ways and eco systems borrow banners about PTC and other program of continuous, youth-led ad- and climb to new heights as you chal- Philmont programs from the Camp- Getting the 411 on venture. If you are involved in Ventur- lenge your skills with rock formations; ing Headquarters office. To request ing at a unit district or council level, the NEW Cub Scout climbing, rappelling and identifying promotional materials, please contact come learn firsthand how you can take the composition of the landscape. Sign [email protected] Adventure Program on the challenge and fun of the new up now for this intense five day adven- or call (575) 376-2281. Venturing program. Big changes are coming to Cub ture. Scouting in 2015! Be one of the first to Programs that Rock hear about all the exciting develop- Still seeking Phil-Names Dave Kenneke’s “Another Good Campsite” column in the December 2012 is- ments by attending “Getting the 411 on Aimed at Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, sue mentioned former staffers he knew who had named a daughter “Miranda” the NEW Cub Scout Adventure Pro- and Venturing leaders, this new confer- gram.” Discover the adventures Cub based on Philmont’s beautiful mountain meadow of the same name. That ence introduces participants to engag- prompted musings about what other former Philstaffers might have borrowed Scouts will experience (from the team ing program topics like geocaching, from Philmont geography or history or traditions to name their offspring. Dave who wrote it) as the BSA’s new Cub search and rescue, special cooking, and asked for emails and received several. If you would like to contribute to the Scout program rolls out for 2015! You’ll advanced pioneering. Try out the ac- story he is writing, please contact him at [email protected]. Thank learn about adventures like - Tigers tivities in a special round-robin format you.

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Arlington and functioned as Philm- In the late 1940s, there was no sus- George Bullock ont’s personnel director among other tained title such as “Chief Guide,” but duties. Rouse was a school teacher from Dunn essentially filled that role since he was more honest or fair in his dealings Walsenburg, Colorado, who functioned was involved in guide training and was with everyone than George Bullock. as Bullock’s assistant with a title of the one who gave direction to guide Bullock certainly brought the right “associate director.” As the years rolled assignments. The guides in those days credentials to the Ranch. He was a on, there were many more demands were broken down into crews for train- southwestern Texas farmboy who was on Bullock’s time, including that from ing, each headed by a crew leader, and educated at the University of Texas, the rapidly escalating number of VIPs there was one senior crew leader. Dunn and he had plenty of experience work- visiting from the regions and National was the person who wrote the critiques ing with youth as a teacher and football Office. Thus Bullock increasingly relied on training and summer operations for coach at Oklahoma A&M where he was on people like Dunn to carry out as- Bullock’s review and action. In the mid the Secretary of the YMCA. He had signments and identify problem areas, to late 1950s, it was to Dunn that roving been a Scouting volunteer and a Silver particularly as the camper totals went rangers sent their routine reports of Beaver recipient before turning profes- from under 2,000 in 1947 to almost conditions on the trails and problems sional in 1940 as a camping specialist 8,000 in 1954, Bullock’s last year. campers were having. in BSA Region Nine (Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico). By the time he ar- FOR SALE rived at Philmont, he had several years of experience in managing both Scout Live and work in the council and private camps. While at Historic Heart of the Philmont Museum Oklahoma A&M, he had owned and Old West! 4 miles from George Bullock, director of camping at Philmont Philmont Scout Ranch. from 1947 to late 1954. operated Sacramento Camp for Boys, located in the Sacramento Mountains, The Cimarron Inn & RV Abridged from The Life and Times of Jack near Cloud Croft, New Mexico. His Park in Cimarron, NM has L. Rhea, and continued from the August link to Philmont came through James 15 unique and charming 2013 issue of High Country magazine. P. Fitch, his former boss and the Region theme rooms that reflect Nine director who became manager of the history and culture of Judge Richard Mills was a member Phillips properties in 1946. Bullock’s Northern New Mexico. 11 of the staff during Bullock’s tour at work on the Region Nine staff included RV Spaces & large camp- Philmont and describes Bullock as a organizing and running special events ing area with bath house. rara avis (a truly unique person) and “a such regattas, Senior Scout AAA approved and rated. Great reputation; featured in Lonely Planet’s 2010 thoroughly honorable man who taught competitive programs, and Explorer USA Guide. We want to retire. The Cimarron Inn & RV Park has a very good and lived the Scout Oath and Law, a bivouacs. His management philosophy reputation for clean, charming lodging at reasonable prices. This is a strong most talented leader of men who had a was based on working through the business with good, solid numbers that justify the price of $485,000, based on a tremendous impact on the hundreds of chain of command. 2011 commercial appraisal. The Cimarron Inn and RV Park was under contract staffers who universally looked up to Bullock’s principal assistants were in 2011; the buyers were unable to complete the transaction and we have put the and idolized him.” Carl Hart, who was two men whose careers were in educa- Inn back on the market. . www.cimarroninn.com. Cash or buyer to obtain fi- at Cito in 1951 and Clear Creek in 1952, tion: Clarence Dunn and Doc Rouse. nancing. Serious inquiries only, contact Deborah 575-376-2268 or cimarroninn@ advises that he never knew a man who Dunn came from the Dallas suburb of qwestoffice.net.

26 philmont history Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 philmont history 27 The quality of training improved Backpacking Schedule morphed into during the post-World War II era from the thirteen day “Expedition” which Share your stories with us! a fast hike over the major trails to the did include burros. The new Kit Carson use of more and more specialists as Trek lasted from eight to fifteen days, Philmont’s Environmental Educators are compiling a his- the Bullock era neared its end in 1954. was strictly backpacking and South tory of environmental education at Philmont. Did you Representatives from the U.S. Forest Country-oriented, but was in no way work as an EE or EPC? Did you carry an increment bore Service coordinated training on how related to the Kit Carson Men of the to fight forest fires and Raymond C. early 1970s or today’s Rayado Pro- when you were a Ranger? “Doc” Loomis instructed in cooking grams. and woods craft skills. Specialists, such 1949 was another growth year in Help us document the history of environmental education. as Russ Vliet, an authority on wilder- terms of Philmont program develop- ness survival, also became part of the ment. The core programs (Cavalcades, Contact: Ingria Jones, Environmental Education Coordina- training function. Pioneering Treks, Expeditions, and Kit In 1948, the first year in which Carson Treks) were joined by a number tor [email protected] George Bullock had full control of of special-interest schedules. Those camping, the program developed even two-week long, narrowly focused more. Attendance was up and Bullock activities featured dedicated expedi- a trend that continues to the pres- over 2,000, was the establishment of essentially changed nearly everything tions specializing in geology, forestry, ent. Perhaps proving the old maxim the forty-day Junior Leader Training at and what was kept was tweaked and wildlife management. The regular that “There is nothing new under the Rayado. The special interest schedules considerably. The Exploration schedule seasonal staff was augmented with sun,” Philmont offered its first winter were consolidated into the twelve-day survived but it was given a southwest- expert personnel from outside organi- camping program called “Operation Explorer Encampment which combined ern occupational slant in which partici- zations such as the National Geological Ten.” The ten referred to ten below geology, forestry, and wildlife manage- pants worked with foresters, geologists, Society and New Mexico Game and zero, was conducted variously out of ment. With the exception of the “Ranch surveyors, ranchers, and farmers. The Fish Department, thereby establishing Cimarroncito and Beaubien, started on Plan” (work for three weeks, get a 27 December, and emphasized winter free one-week trek with a Philmont camping, skiing, and snow shoeing. guide) which was introduced in 1952, INFO ON PHILMONT JUNIOR LEADER TRAINING NEEDED Bullock recruited two top-flight young the program that Jack Rhea inherited men to launch the program. Both had in 1954 was then in place. There were A new site (returned to an earlier used site) has been prepared just west of recently returned from the Antarctic only minor adjustments to the core Rayado for holding of Junior Leader Training and . Dubbed where they had been involved with programs, i.e., a day or two more or “Rayado Ridge,” the new facility sports nice patrol tent areas and a fine learn- America’s growing exploration and less at various camps. Expeditions were ing lodge with terrific views in all directions. This seems to be a great time to scientific research programs. Thus expanded to include northbound and gather material about the variety of junior leader training that has been held Philmont’s current Kanik program is southbound fixed itineraries which at the Ranch over the years. We’d like to do an article tracing this program all not so much an innovation as a revival. included burros. The twelve-day Kit the way back to the 1950s. If you have memories and/or documents regarding By the early 1950s, Philmont’s program Carson Trek was joined by the Lucien “JLT” at Philmont over the years, please send these to Ken Davis, 6320 Phyllis was firming up and continued to be Maxwell Trek, a ten-day program in the Lane, Alexandria, VA 22312 via hard copy or Email them to daviskenjared@aol. built around a core of Cavalcades, South Country emphasizing frontier com. If you prefer to talk to Ken, call him at 703-941-9018. Unless otherwise di- Expeditions, Kit Carson Treks, and the activities such as trapping. For Scouts rected, all materials sent to Ken will eventually be turned over to the Philmont Pioneering Trek scholarship program. who could not get enough of Philmont, Museum and Seton Library at the Ranch to help build our archives of informa- A major innovation in 1950, a year there was the “Frontiersman” schedule, tion on this subject. when attendance was again slightly an eight-week, one hundred fifty dollar

Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 28 philmont history philmont history 29 adventure combining Wagon Train, site, it became known as Lizard Cave. Cavalcade, Expedition, and Kit Carson Lutes took some of the shards back to Trek. Columbia and was encouraged by his In the summer of 1953, Bullock gave professors to explore the site in depth. Gene Lutes, an Explorer crew advisor/ Lutes later developed a specific archeologist permission to take five of proposal for an archeology program, his Explorers up to Indian Writings. including field work at Indian Writings The party was driven north by John and presented it to Ray Bryan, Philm- Harrison, Bullock’s assistant director, to ont’s general manager, at the BSA’s new a rock shelter located above the canyon National Office in New Jersey. The pro- floor. The site had been badly disturbed posal languished at the National Office by pot hunters, but Lutes was able until early 1956 when it was approved. to dig a small test trench and recover Less than a year after Jack moved to pottery shards, indicating the site had the National Office in late 1962, the been a permanent dwelling. Because Philmont community was terribly sad- a mummified lizard was found at the dened to learn of Bullock’s premature

For Sale death on 1 August 1963. Bullock had Bullock was the first council executive been out in his garden, tending flowers, in America to hire a Hispanic district Cimarron Art Gallery when he was suddenly overcome by an executive. intense sense of overheating combined With the passage of the decades, the with a crashing headache. He quickly Bullock name does not have the quite went inside and asked his wife Bess to the instant recognition as Jack Rhea or call an ambulance. Help arrived too late Joe Davis, but it is George Bullock’s and George Bullock was gone – taken ground-breaking work that became the by a brain aneurysm only four days foundation upon which subsequent short of his fifty-eighth birthday. Philmont camping directors built their Want to be near Philmont Scout Ranch? Bullock’s death was a great loss for reputations. Follow your dream - Live near the BEST! what was then Kit Carson Council. His Art Gallery • Gift Shop • 1937 Soda Fountain innovative programs included enrolling Editor’s Note: The Life and Times of In business for 22 years the support of the substantial military Jack L. Rhea, by PSA Board Member Bill Price Drop - Now Only $150,000 building and scientific communities located in Cass, is one of the titles in the growing (Building price includes soda collection) Albuquerque. Bullock substantially Philmont bookshelf. This excerpt about Website included! - Retail inventory sold separately expanded Scouting’s presence in the George Bullock is the second of a two-part 1875 sq. ft + office + storage + outside storage building (attached) Navajo community, including devel- abridgement of the portion about this sig- Turn-key Business -Enjoy an independent lifestyle oping camping operations for all of nificant Director of Camping from Philm- Children? We’ve got 4 day school weeks New Mexico’s Native Americans. He ont’s early days. Stories of other important Great school system - Cimarron Municipal Schools also expanded camping opportunities early Philmont figures, also abridged from for council youth when he opened a the Cass book, will appear in future issues Please contact Tim O’Neill@ O’Neill Land LLC (575) 376-2341 camping/aquatics operation, primar- of High Country as well. ily for Explorers, on Conchas Lake.

Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 30 philmont history philmont history 31 Philmont Staff Association The Philmont Document Archive 1963 Rangers 50th Anniversary Reunion Philmont, July 19, 2013 in launching “The Philmont PEAKS Project” (PEAKS being the prior name of the yearly Itinerary Guides). Permission was quickly granted by Philmont to post their copyrighted material on the Patriots’ Path Council (NJ) Watchu Website used by the council’s Philmont con- tingents. By December most of the Itinerary Guides and Guidebooks to Adventure from the prior 20 years, and some older versions, were scanned and posted. The Archive was an- nounced in January 2006 and the first of several wider calls for additional material was made. A treasure trove of material, including many items other than Itinerary Guides and Guidebooks,

In October of 2005 during an online were sent to Wills. He scanned every discussion on the Philmont List e-mail page and posted the documents on 1. Steve Haynes haynesmn@ 10. Buster Simpson buster@buster- group about treks of the past, Dr. Bob the Website. Documents were either ix.netcom.com simpson.net Klein wrote, “I wonder if (outside of returned to the sender if they wished 2. Jack Harris [email protected] 11. Phil Yunker phil.yunker@gmail. the Philmont museum) there is a collec- them back, or saved to be delivered to 3. Ed Hobbs [email protected] com tion of TREKS books back to their start? the Seton Library. 4. Jim Place [email protected] 12. Joel Lewitz [email protected] Anyone know? Scanning and posting In February 2006 Klein noticed that 5. Bob Stepp [email protected] 13. Hillbilly Ashby RAYMOND. them on a permanent website would be a large amount of Philmont material, 6. Bob Kanaga [email protected] [email protected] a pretty cool project.” including several of the missing items 7. Bill Cass [email protected] 14. Paul Felty [email protected] In a matter of days a group of in the collection, was being offered for 8. Keith Stivers jakstivers@gmail. 15. Joe Martos jospehmartos@yahoo. Scouters from around the country, sale on e-Bay. Another avenue of ac- com com including Tom Wills, Al Thomson, Earl quiring documents was opened. Over 9. Greg Hobbs gregory.hobbs@judi- 16. Don Carlson 2doncarlson@gmail. Owens, Julian Love, and Jim Thomp- the years he was successful in bidding cial.state.co.us com son, took that thought and joined Klein on a number of unusual items and

Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 Volume 36, Number 5— October 2013 32 ranger reunion philmont document archive 33 Document Archive” on the Watchu that public availability of our archival server. Separate pages were established resources can only improve the success for the various types of documents, of our mission.” including Maps, Staff Documents, He continued, “This gift will es- Planning Guides, historical magazine tablish the foundation of the Philmont articles, etc. Museums Online Archive. There is In the following years many more much excitement for this service and items were acquired. Documents for many folks, from both the Philmont other programs, such as Calvacades and local community, have already ex- and the Double H Ranch, were added pressed their desire to add local histori- to the archive. Of course, current cal photos, documents, articles, maps versions of documents were added to and other important items. I cannot the archive year by year as they were stress enough the importance of these published. archives coming home to the Philmont The online availability of the docu- Museums as we move toward our goal ments instantly became a blessing for of becoming a modern “Philmont Edu- The Seton Library/Philmont Museum on a starry night both the Philmont Museum staff and cational Center.” researchers. Phone calls and personal acquiring others directly from traders. contacted. Arrangements were made requests are fielded every week at Al Thomson, now of Seneca SC, continues All his acquisitions were donated to the for Wills and Thomson, while they the museum, and Watchu’s Philmont to support NJ’s Patriots’ Path Council and Seton Library after being scanned and were at Philmont in early July, to Document Archive became the primary its Watchu Experience preparing Philmont posted. deliver the items being donated after referral for folks researching their crews. He is a veteran of three summer Documents issued prior to 1979, ex- scanning. They were also given access “Philmont memories.” The site has Philmont treks and five Autumn Adven- cept for Itinerary Guides, are not dated. to the files to scan documents miss- saved hundreds of hours for the mu- tures. Hours were spent searching the text ing from the collection as well as other seum staff and no doubt has empow- for clues to establish the year of issue items. That opportunity to browse the ered fans of Philmont to enjoy its high Tom Wills of Long Valley, NJ, is a member or approximate eras for older (or less files also gave a much better picture adventure history. of the PSA, having worked in Logistics frequently updated) items. These clues of the various documents issued by Earlier this year, Wills announced in 2004. In addition to his work with the included references to camps or pro- Philmont over the years. The files from he would be phasing out his participa- Philmont Document Archive, he has been grams, handwritten notations, or minor 1965 and later are reasonably complete, tion with the Philmont Document Ar- the Watchu Experience Webmaster. text changes in the case of Guidebooks but apparently many records prior to chive. The Seton Memorial Library was which were issued every year. Some 1965 were stored at Rayado and lost in approached and asked if they would Editor’s Note: If you would like more infor- dating is simply “best guess.” Donors the 1965 flood (the Seton Library dates be interested in taking over operation mation about the Philmont Archives – or sometimes were able to provide guid- from 1967). of the archive. David Werhane, the if you have material which you would like ance about dating particular items. The volume of material grew Philmont Museums Director, enthusias- to give or loan so that the Seton Library/ By June of 2006 there were few beyond the initial collection of Itiner- tically agreed to provide a new online Philmont Museum may digitize it for “holes” in the collection of Itiner- ary Guides and Guidebooks (and less home. He noted “Giving this valuable inclusion in the archive – please contact ary Guides and Guidebooks, and the relevant to the mission of preparing research tool to the Philmont Museum David Werhane, Philmont Museums Direc- archive had many other documents Philmont crews). The collection was – Seton Memorial Library couldn’t tor at 575-376-2281 ext. 1256 or Philmont. of all kinds. Jason Shubert and Seth moved from the Watchu Website in come at a better time. With our upcom- [email protected]. McFarland at the Seton Library were August 2006 to a separate “Philmont ing expansion and growth we believe

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1970s ing his way up to news editor. Keeping Donald Huguley, Jr. (74-76, 78, 80, 84) with the times, he has started regular served in the United States Air Force running and writes his own blog. Con- 1985-2207 and retired as a Lt. Col. He tact: 343 East Fourth Street, Galesburg, then became a Financial Advisor for IL 61401. 309-335-4286. AG Edwards/Wachovia Securities/ Wells Fargo Advisors (2007-2009). 1990s Among his many activities, he is a Mas- Robert F. Smith (99, 01), after 30 years ter Mason, a Shrine Clown, BSF Group in the Headquarters of Leader, and Walk to Emmaus. Contact: Olin Corporation, has retired and 233 Eagle Bend Way, Shreveport, LA moved to Savannah, GA. Among his 71115. 318-670-8284. hugs233@gmail. passions now: swimming, golf, road- com. bikes – and the PSA. He is the Ride Director, Membership Chairperson and Luther Jones (71-72) taught high school Newsletter Editor for the Coastal Bi- and then became Technical Director cycle Touring Club in Savannah and is for the State Theatre of South Carolina, in charge of AARP’s Tax-Aide program then Props Master for the State Theatre at 3 sites. Contact: 10 Cattail Court, of North Carolina, then worked in Savannah, GA 31411. 912-713-3625. TV and film for many years. Among [email protected]. the films he worked on are Last of the Mohicans, Patch Adams, Sommersby, Nell, 2010s Legend of Bagger Vance and the TV series Jane Schaefer (10-13) is a student at Christy. He has been Professor, Techni- Virginia Tech, where she is an active cal Director, and Designer, School of member of the Virginia Tech Res- Stage and Screen, Western Carolina cue Squad, a fully student volunteer University for the last eleven years. He agency, as an EMT-B. She is pursuing a is still actively involved in shooting BS in Natural Resources Conservation sports for BSA Camp Daniel Boone. and continues to volunteer with local Contact: 79 Citrus Drive, Sylva, N C scout troops. In January she received 28779. 828-226-6011. [email protected]. Venturing’s Gold and Silver Awards and currently serves as an officer for 1980s the VT Recreation Society. Contact: Robert Buck (84-85) after Philmont 1816 Park Avenue, Halethorpe, MD worked in Yellowstone National 21227. 443-848-6899. jane.schaefer@ Park, married, had three daughters, verizon.net. divorced. He has been at the Register- Mail, his hometown newspaper, for 24 years, starting as a reporter and work-

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Let’s have another giveaway to say THANK YOU to all our 19.73 Club members!! Once again the PSA will hold a drawing for a really nice Yeti ice chest. To be eli- gible for the drawing you must join or renew your membership in the 19.73 Club by December 31st, 2013. That’s all there is to it. Contact Randy Saunders at (575) 376-1138 or visit the website at http://store.philstaff.com/1973club.html

For those of you unfamiliar with the 19.73 Club, it is a way to donate a small amount each month to help support the PSA. We make it easy by setting up an au- tomatic draft of $19.73 from a credit card. Currently we have 82 members, but we A true destination camp, Apache Springs is set in a series of Aspen and fir rimmed need more, and to say thanks we will draw one name from among our current and parks in Philmont’s High Country. Appropriately named, the area surrounding the future Club members to receive the cooler. The drawing will be held at the Ranch camp has numerous springs and seeps which begin their journey to the ocean by on New Year’s Eve. You are welcome to join the celebration, but not required to be contributing to the early trickles of Turkey Creek and the Agua Fria. present to win. One of Philmont’s true backcountry camps, very few trails and only one long rocky road leads in and out of the this far southwest corner of the Ranch. To this day an area rich in game, “The Springs” was part of the summer hunting grounds for the Jicarilla Apache and Moache Ute. In later years mountain men hunted, camped and loafed in the area as they traveled the nearby trail from Rayado through Garcia Park, the Moreno Valley and on to Taos. First opened as a staff camp in 1965, early program included brief stints with as- tronomy and Dutch oven cooking before changing to it’s current program of Jicarilla Apache life in the early 1970s. The ethnography program has evolved over the years from Tipi talks and sweat lodges to include flint knapping, sunset tours to Apache Peak, and an extremely popular 3-D field archery course. As with so many camps at Philmont, one never knows what other program may arise with the staff enthusiasm. On the day this picture was taken, I was treated to a staff member playing a cello on the porch to the wonderment of a crew that came to raid the swap box! Close your eyes for a few seconds and hike down that damp narrow trail of tall, straight, Aspen - through hidden parks filled with Iris - smell that mossy, earth scent only found in the seeps and bogs of the high mountains - listen for the night hawk as twilight settles in that last purple-orange hurrah of a New Mexico day. –Dave Kenneke

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