July 10, 2021 – It’s no secret that Philmont is a tradition rich place backed by the legacy of thousands of staff members and over 1 million participants. These Scouting customs have been passed down from generation to generation and are what connects the past to the present and the present to the future. Virtually […]
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Missing Philmont? Check Out These Resources!
We know many people are wishing they could be anywhere other than their home right now and we’ve had a lot of requests to come social distance here at Philmont. While that is not possible right now, we did want to share some ways to help bring Philmont to your home. Downloadable Philmont Photos Philmont’s […]
New in 2020: 9-Day Treks
Philmont Scout Ranch is excited to announce 9-day treks as an additional program option available to those who want to participate in a Philmont trek. 9-day treks are an excellent option for those who want to spend more than a week in Philmont’s backcountry, but may not be able to make it out for a […]
Cimarron celebrates July Fourth
The Maverick Club Rodeo was held in Cimarron, New Mexico, Thursday just as it had been for 97 years. The rodeo is the longest standing open rodeo in the west and it’s held in a town with fewer than 1,000 people. Cimarron locals and some Philmont staff have been attending the Fourth of July Rodeo […]
Philmont hosts first Family Adventure Camp
Photographed by Gabe Jackson. From the peak of Baldy to the meadows of Carson, the Backcountry has enchanted over a million Scouts and lingers in the hearts of many. Now, Philmont is offering a way for past participants and Scouters to experience the Backcountry. Those looking to relive their Philmont experience or see the […]
Scouting museum sees record visits after 2018 fire
In the summer of 2018, the BSA celebrated the opening of the National Scouting Museum just across the road from Philmont’s headquarters. The museum has moved several times over the course of its life, most recently from Irving, Texas. Unfortunately, due to the Ute Park Fire, the museum hasn’t been able to welcome a full […]
Garden of opportunity
Photographed by Curtis Waidley. One set of hands rakes fallen cacti and weeds into piles as the sun slowly sinks. Another fills trash bags with debris. They work for about five minutes in perfect tandem‒ as if they’ve known each other for some time. The hands belong to Margaret and William Pearson, who have been […]