Philmont Staff Association (PSA) Volunteer Vacation
September 14 - September 21
Philmont Staff Association (PSA) Volunteer Vacation
Organized with the sponsorship of the Philmont Staff Association, Volunteer Vacation engages adult Scouters in volunteer work in a similar fashion to the youth trail crews of the summer season. Volunteers will spend one week working and living in the Philmont backcountry constructing trail. Volunteers work with staff from the Philmont Conservation Department to develop trail construction skills and use them to leave a lasting impact for the thousands of participants who will use the trail in the future. At the end of the work week, volunteers have the opportunity to hike in the Philmont backcountry for a day before returning to Base Camp.
Who May Participate?
- Be at least 18 years old by the date the program begins or 16 years old by the date the program begins if the child is a PSA member.
- Be a registered adult member of the Boy Scouts of America, and have completed all required trainings.
- Be in good physical condition, able to hike 3 or more miles with a 20-pound backpack and able to lift and handle materials up to 50 pounds. (Philmont height and weight guidelines will be strictly enforced.)
- Complete a BSA Annual Health and Medical Record.
Session Date
September 14-21, 2024
Program Fee – $160
Register for PSA Volunteer Vacation – 2024
Register: By individual
Season: Fall
Age: 16 or older
Crew Size: Maximum 24
Leadership: Leadership provided by Philmont
Registration Deadline: August 14, 2024
| Volunteer Vacation 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 |
