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TABLE of CONTENTS 2014 ‐ Setting the Course TABLE OF CONTENTS 2014 ‐ Setting the Course ............................................................................................................... 3 Physical Conditioning ......................................................................................................................... 3 Wilderness First Aid/CPR Training Requirements/Certifications ....................................................... 3 Annual BSA Health and Medical Record ............................................................................................ 4 Philmont Weight Limits for Backpacking & Hiking ............................................................................. 4 Special Food Needs for Allergic or Religious Reasons ........................................................................ 5 Accident and Sickness Insurance ........................................................................................................ 5 Emergency Transportation ................................................................................................................. 5 The Philmont Crew Leadership Team ................................................................................................ 6 Adult Leadership — BSA Policy ..................................................................................................... 6 Crew Leader .................................................................................................................................. 6 Chaplain’s Aide .............................................................................................................................. 7 Wilderness Pledge Guia (Spanish word for Guide) ....................................................................... 7 Philmont Rangers ............................................................................................................................... 7 The Adventure Begins .................................................................................................................... 8 Tour Plan ............................................................................................................................................. 8 Tour Director ...................................................................................................................................... 8 Transportation .................................................................................................................................... 8 Public Carriers ............................................................................................................................... 8 Private Vehicles ............................................................................................................................. 8 Conduct While Traveling .................................................................................................................... 8 Family Members ................................................................................................................................. 9 Crew Roster & Talent Release Form ................................................................................................... 9 Expedition Number............................................................................................................................. 9 Philmont Address and Mail ................................................................................................................ 9 Philmont Summer Participant Mailing Address ............................................................................ 9 Emergency Telephone Number at Philmont ...................................................................................... 9 Crew Lockers / Security ...................................................................................................................... 9 Backpacking Stoves .......................................................................................................................... 10 Arriving at Scouting Paradise ........................................................................................................ 11 Arrival/Departure ............................................................................................................................. 11 Meeting Your Ranger ........................................................................................................................ 11 Advisor’s Orientation, Crew Leader, Chaplain’s Aide, & Wilderness Pledge Guia Meetings .......... 12 Philmont Museums .......................................................................................................................... 12 The Scouting Way ............................................................................................................................. 12 Preserving Scouting’s Paradise for Future Generations ................................................................... 12 The Wilderness Pledge ................................................................................................................ 12 Turkey Bags ................................................................................................................................. 13 Smart Phones .............................................................................................................................. 13 Contribute to Philmont’s Conservation Plan .................................................................................... 13 2014 Itineraries ............................................................................................................................ 14 The Challenge ................................................................................................................................... 14 Itinerary Rating ................................................................................................................................. 14 Itinerary Distances ............................................................................................................................ 15 Itinerary Assignment ........................................................................................................................ 15 Crew Rendezvous ............................................................................................................................. 15 2014 ITINERARY GUIDE 1 PHILMONT SCOUT RANCH, BSA Selecting Your Itinerary .................................................................................................................... 15 Tips for Selecting an Itinerary ..................................................................................................... 15 Itinerary Optional Programs ....................................................................................................... 16 Burro Packing .................................................................................................................................... 16 Reserving Your Itinerary ................................................................................................................... 16 The Crew’s Process ........................................................................................................................... 16 7‐Day Treks ....................................................................................................................................... 17 Philmont’s Neighbors and Land Use Agreements ............................................................................ 17 On The Trail ....................................................................................................................................... 18 The Philmont Experience .................................................................................................................. 18 ''Ten Essentials'' for Hikers ............................................................................................................... 19 Philmont Trek Preparation Check List ........................................................................................... 20 Programs Included in Itineraries ................................................................................................... 21 Philmont Camp Resources & Facilities ........................................................................................... 22 Philmont Programs / Itineraries / Camps ...................................................................................... 23 Itineraries at a Glance ................................................................................................................... 24 Itinerary Rendezvous Locations ..................................................................................................... 26 2014 Itinerary Details .................................................................................................................... 29 SPECIAL INDIVIDUAL TREK EXPERIENCES ..................................................................................... 100 STEM Trek ....................................................................................................................................... 100 Rayado Trek .................................................................................................................................... 100 ROCS (Roving Outdoor Conservation School) ................................................................................ 100 Trail Crew Trek 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