Since 2005, Troop 332 (now with Troop 7332) has sent over 100 scouts and adults to Philmont, the BSA’s High Adventure base in New Mexico.   Treks at Philmont involve backpacking for 10 days at varying difficulties.  Several have gone on to work at Philmont and all have gained an increased appreciation for their scout skills and beauty of the land. Very few troops are able to organize their own contingents. But Philmont is not just about hiking. Most days, there are program areas at your camp or on the trail that allow you to experience options such as: 

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     * Rock Climbing

     * Shooting Sports

     * Horseback Riding

     * Mining

     * Logging

     * Challenge Games

     * Western Lore

     * Leave no Trace

     * Search and Rescue

     * Mountain Biking

     * And much more!

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‘Crews’ at Philmont are made up of 8 to 12 people, with no more than 4 adults per crew, with the majority being youth.  The crew elects a youth Crew Leader for the trek who is in charge. 

Practice and preparation is very important for a successful trip.  All participants are required to attend at least 3 overnight practice hikes.  Goals of practices include team development, gear & equipment evaluation, personal organization, and physical conditioning.

Additionally, all participants are required to meet the BSA height/weight/BMI requirements (see the Philmont Contract). These requirements are non-negotiable for adults and only slightly adjustable for youth, and only with advance discussion between the Philmont medical staff and your Scout’s doctor.  

For a youth to participate in our trek, they must be all of the following

   1) Registered as a Scout  

   2) First Class (Troop rule)

   3) 14 years old at time of departure (OR have completed 8th grade and 13 years old at time of departure)

For an adult to participate in our trek, they must be all of the following

  1) Registered volunteer with Scouting America

  2) Current, unexpired, certifications:  Safeguarding Youth and Hazardous Weather

  3) Youth minded - willing to support the Scouts in their successes and failures while allowing them to lead

We understand life events happen and there are many things competing for everyone's time.  Should something come up where you are no longer able to attend the trip, we will work with you to the best of our ability.

Trip deposits are not refundable.

Any funds spent or irreversibly committed on your behalf cannot be refunded.  The best option to recover these costs is to find a replacement participant to buy your spot.

Philmont non-refundable dates with running total:

   -Deposit:  $150 non-refundable

   -August 4, 2025:  $937.50 non-refundable 

   -February 2, 2026:  $1,725.00 non-refundable

Airfare and Ground Transportation refunds are subject to the policy of the travel agency used at time of booking.  This is above and beyond the Philmont commitment schedule above

Fly to either Denver, CO or Albuquerque, NM.  Meet up with local ground transportation and tour local attractions.  Stay overnight in a hotel room

First day at Philmont includes check-in and plenty of time to explore base camp and local town of Cimarron.  Our early arrival is a great benefit for acclimating to altitude, getting comfortable with camp, and providing a stress-free check-in experience.

Each crew meets up with their dedicated ranger and begins orientation.  This includes a crew photo, pack shake-down, medical re-checks, crew equipment pickup, itinerary review, and ends with an opening campfire

Say good-bye to friends from other crews as you begin your backcountry experience through the San Andres mountains.  Each crew will follow their unique itinerary

Celebrate a successful trek and rejoin everyone for closing campfire and your final night at Philmont Scout Reservation

Board a bus, take a plane, and re-unite with loved ones at home!