Page 1 SERVING BOTH SIDES OF THE ROAD Summer 2019 Showing Off PTC Amenities Eases Spouse Apprehension Mark Twain’s 1872 book, “Roughing It,” about his Western journeys hard- ly describes Philmont Training Cen- ter’s (PTC) facilities. Yet many spouses hesitate leaving civilization behind and “roughing it” in Philmont Country. Bathrooms may head the list when it comes to concerns about PTC ac- commodations. Fortunately, PTC lucked out when high winds damaged the old bathroom buildings in 2012. They were replaced with new facilities featuring lockable private rooms with a shower, sink, mirror, toilet and changing area. The buildings are centrally located, and Philmont staff keep them meticulously clean. Fami- ly shower units have more room for Click here for a video on PTC housing. those to attend their small children . Staying in PTC’s canvas condos, as be provided so that infants can sleep they are affectionately known, pro- in their parent’s tents. FAQs vides real twin beds with mattresses, Internet and cell phone access are Question: What kind of bedding Nicholas Hutchinson a chair, wardrobe, and electricity for should I bring to PTC? lights and recharging electronics. available, so guests aren’t isolated Participants need to bring their own from the modern world. Spouses Answer: Although daytime highs Is New PTC Director bedding which can add a touch of always have the option of putting can be quite warm, nights in the high home. PTC does have extra blankets down their phone and relaxing on the country of Philmont Training Center Nicholas Hutchinson has been creation of Scouts BSA. Villa’s Greensward while letting (PTC) can get comfortably chilly. named as the new Director of the to loan out if the nights get chilly. Philmont’s wonderful Counseling staff Nick has a Bachelors of Fine Arts in You should bring a warm sleeping Philmont Training Center, effective Those cool, dry nights have a side take care of their children. bag (rated to 40 0) or sheets and May 15, 2019. Theatre Education with a minor in Speech Communications from Utah benefit - no bugs! You can point out Speaking of Counselors, the PTC warm blankets along with a pillow. Nick is an Eagle Scout who began State University as well as a Master that the tents do not have mosquito family program itself is a great selling PTC does have extra blankets to his Scouting career in Utah National of Arts in Theatre Production from netting because there are rarely any. point to spouses concerned that loan out. Parks Council in 2012 as a district Central Washington University. His The cafeteria food at PTC is definitely they’ll be struck caring for kids while Question: How many bears and executive and camp director. From wife, Candace, is currently serving a cut above what Scouts get over in their Scouter is in a conference. other large animals are at Philmont? there he was promoted to the Direc- as a District Executive and Camp Camping HQ. Entrees like chicken During the day, family program coun- Will I get to see them at PTC? tor of Camping in 2018 at Great Salt Director in the Utah National Parks fried steak, pork chops and roast selors will be taking such great care Lake Council with direct responsibil- Council. They served as Wolf den beef, along with DIY salads and a of them that they may not want to go Answer: Philmont has 100-150 ity for the operations of five council leaders for their son’s pack and vegetarian option make for good home at the end of their stay.! bears, 300 elk, and 40-60 antelope properties. He has attended and serve on the committee for their eating in the High Country. Peanut and over 1,500 deer. Deer often staffed many training programs in daughter’s troop. butter and jelly are always available Many spouses make friends fast with can be seen grazing around the PTC the BSA including Junior Leadership so picky kids never go without. others at PTC, especially if they par- grounds. Antelope are often seen Training, Wood Badge, Philmont In his spare time, Nick enjoys play- Weekly ice cream socials and cobbler ticipate in the Silverado program. on the roads into camp, and the Training Center Conferences and ing games of all kinds and painting nights keep everyone’s sweet tooth The Silverados program is for adult buffalo herd browses in the fields National Camping School. miniature scale models. He also satisfied. family members to experience a wide between PTC and Cimarron. Bear loves hiking, backpacking and camp- sighting are very infrequent. Nick has had the unique opportunity ing. He also enjoys visiting the Spouses may also be concerned variety of adventure at around PTC. of developing and changing the national parks of the west, with his about their children’s sleeping accom- A wide range of activities that may Question: Can you ship a box to a camping operations in the Great Salt family. modations. They will be in the same include Villa and Museum tours, local scout on a Trek? Lake Council during the departure of type of tents right next to their history, Indian arts programs, pottery- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Please welcome Nick, Candace, making demonstrations, guided na- Answer: It’s not possible to get mail Shiloh age 12, Kaelen age 9, and parent’s so they can be cared for ture walks, COPE, fishing, and trips to Scouts while they are on a Trek. -day Saints to better meet the pro- easily. Some parents split duties so However, they can get a box or mail gramming needs of all units and the Annaleigh age 4 into the Philmont that one can be in each of their kid’s to nearby towns such as Red River or family. PƧ Angel Fire. Silverados carpool to any at Camping HQ at the beginning and tents for further assurance. Cribs can hike or activity away from PTC. end of their trip. Send it to: By the end of their week, they’ll all be Scout’s Name, Expedition Number reluctant to leave and will join with 47 Caballo Rd National Outdoor Conference the rest of their family saying, “I want Cimarron, NM 87714 Inspires Unforgettable Experiences to go back to Philmont!” PƧ PƧ Boy Scouts of America volunteers tion: Philmont Scout Ranch, the leg- executives, directors of support ser- and professionals are relentless in endary Scouting paradise in New vices, program directors, rangers, Pat Wrath Named as New their pursuit of outdoor programs that Mexico, which proudly calls itself the camp directors, council presidents are exhilarating, enriching and safe. “world’s largest camp.” and council program vice presidents. Western Region Coordinator Anyone who chairs a committee on Pat Wrath is the new Western Re- That explains the popularity of Here’s the basics: gional Ambassador Coordinator to the National Outdoor Conference council and district camping, conser- WhatWhatWhat:What 2019 National Outdoor Confer- vation, aquatics, COPE/climbing, or take over from Dennis Kampa. Pat held every other year at Philmont shooting sports should also plan to was spotlighted in last Summer’s Scout Ranch. This September, volun- ence Update. teers and professionals from across be there, as should properties chair- WhenWhenWhen:When The conference opens at 1 persons and other volunteers or Pat is in Hawaii’s Aloha Council and the country will travel to the moun- p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25, and professionals responsible for delivery knows the challenges of having to tains of New Mexico to discover the ends after breakfast on Sunday, of outdoor programs. coordinate activities over long dis- latest methods for delivering unfor- Sept. 29. That’s three-and-a-half tances and where driving is not an gettable outdoor experiences. days and four nights. Reprinted from Bryan on Scouting. option. She brings a wealth of Used by permission. PƧ Philmont knowledge and her own They’ll select from more than 100 WhereWhere: Philmont Scout Ranch in personal enthusiasm to the Coordi- elective sessions, hear inspiring key- New Mexico, which proudly calls nator role. note speakers, check out the latest itself the “world’s largest camp.” Click here for the outdoor gear, connect with fellow Dennis Kampa, our previous west- Scouters, and return home equipped Who’s invitedinvited: Anyone involved in conference ern regional coordinator, will be and energized. outdoor program delivery at any level devoting his time and energies to of the program. That means Scout registration page. helping Philmont with several spe- And they’ll do it all at an ideal loca- cial projects. PƧ Page 2 PHILMONT AMBASSADOR UPDATE Summer 2019 Ambassadors Rendezvous With 3,000 Scouts in Minnesota Every four years there are really im- council Ambassadors to help out,” for presenting portant gatherings: The Olympics, said Tom. NSC Ambassadors Vicki the Philmont the World Scout Jamboree, the World and Jeff Jurek and Moose Skolarzyk Scout Ranch Cup, and the Camp Ripley Rendez- made the 100 mile trip from the Twin experience at vous. Cities to join the fun. the at Camp Ripley. Alt- In May, the Central Minnesota Coun- “We also got the word out to other hough the 38 cil held its quadrennial area-wide Ambassadors through our Central degrees, wind, “Rendezvous” at the National Guard Region Coordinator, Rob Welander,” rain we had Camp Ripley in central Minnesota. added Tom. “Ken Rudney from may be the The event is open to Scouts BSA Three Fires Council near Chicago more the Troops and Venturing Crews from heard the call and made the drive all norm for across Central Region Area 1.