Philmont Leadership Challenge (PLC)
August 18 - August 24
Philmont Leadership Challenge
Adults learn to internalize and practice their leadership skills in this action-packed backcountry conference. The conference hones the skills taught in Wood Badge in an outdoor experiential learning environment. PLC underscores the values of Scouting and teamwork and promotes the concepts of servant leadership. Open to all programs. Participants will not have an opportunity to be with family during the week. Information flyer here.
Who May Participate?
PLC is open to participants who must:
- Have successfully completed Wood Badge (you may still be working on your tickets).
- Complete a BSA Annual Health and Medical Record – parts A, B, and C and meet height, weight, and blood prerssure requirements upon arrival and be approved for participation by the on-site Philmont medical staff.
- Must be able to hike 3 miles carrying a 35 pound backpack at 7,000 foot elevation.
- Please Note: Staff and Participants who do not meet these requirements upon arrival will be prohibited from participating in the course.
Session Date
August 18 – 24, 2024
Deposit
A payment of at least $250 is due when you complete the online application, with the balance due 30 days prior to arrival. However, be aware that only registrations paid in full are considered complete registrations. The cancellation fee of $250 is nonrefundable, please refer to our cancellation policy for more details.
Program Fee: $575
Register for PLC – 2024
Register: By individual
Season: Fall
Age: 18+
Registration: Anytime
| PLC Toolbox | |
| Traditional Trek Details | 2024 Crew Packet |
| 2025 Registration Information | 2024 Guidebook to Adventure |
| Fees and Scholarships | 2024 Guidebook to Adventure for Advisors |
| 2025 Financial Aid Application | Shakedown Guide |
| Trek Requirements | Facilities |
| Health and Medical Record | Patches and Awards |
| Planning Calendar | Equipment List |
| 2024 Itinerary Guidebook | Dining in The Backcountry |
| Philmont Prep Seminars | New Mexico Fishing License |
| Traveling to Philmont | Promote Your Philmont Trek |
| 2024 Custom Crew Shirts | Council & Unit Planning Guide |
| Crew Photos |
| Discover Philmont Scout Ranch | |
| About Philmont | Contact Us |
| Visit Us (Open Year-Round) | Covid-19 Updates |
| Frequently Asked Questions | Philmont Training Center |
| Tooth of Time Traders (PSR Store) | BSA Family Adventure Camp |
| Philmont Museums | Basecamp Webcam |
| Seasonal Staff Opportunities | Philmont Photo Archive |
| Philmont Staff Association | Philmont Stories (Blog) |
| Conservation Department | Resources |
| Philmont Wildfire Recovery | Ambassador Resources |
| Wildfire Recovery & Mitigation Fund |
