The Watchu Experience


The Watchu Mountain Adventure patch is awarded to all crew members who complete the May training weekend. Click on the image to read about the patch.		Welcome to Patriots' Path Council's Watchu Experience! The Watchu Experience is the name of our ten-month-long Philmont training program to prepare crews for a trek in New Mexico. Patriots’ Path Council of northern New Jersey makes it easier than ever to be a part of this unique and exciting experience provided by the National Boy Scouts of America. Every summer we send at least twenty crews of twelve persons each to Philmont Scout Ranch near Cimarron. These Web pages were developed by the Patriots' Path High Adventure Committee to support our contingent participants and crews. We are dedicated to improving Patriots' Path recruiting, retention and advancement of our older youth. Take a look around. A good place to begin is our Quick Start page. It contains general information about the Watchu Experience and Philmont, including applications and the information necessary to sign up for the adventure. If you are already a member of one of the contingents, you will want to use this site as an important reference throughout your Watchu experience. For easy access, please add it to your Favorites. We are confident it will help you as you work to prepare yourself and your crew for a great summer adventure at Philmont. We encourage you to visit often. Start by choosing a category on the side bar at the left. Have fun as you travel down the exciting trails opened by these links.
Crew Member Guide	Advisor Guide
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Quick Start: General information about Watchu and Philmont for those new to the Watchu Experience.

The Watchu Experience: Who is Chief Watchu? What is the Watchu Experience? What is the Watchu Mountain Adventure?

Calendar of Events: The schedule of Watchu and Philmont events, including the Advisor Briefings, the Watchu Mountain Adventure and travel dates.

Administration: Communications from Patriots' Path with important documentation and forms as well as financial help and tips on crew and individual fund raising.

Crew Development: Get a crew up and running like a Swiss watch. What is a Crew Leader? Chaplain Aide? How should a crew be organized?

Trek Preparation: Well-tested suggestions to get the most out of your Philmont trek and the unique experience it provides.

Training Videos: A series of videos to assist you in learning about equipment and Philmont camping techniques.

FAQs: Do you have a question about the Watchu Experience or Philmont? Chief Watchu thinks you will find your answer here.

Photos: Super pictures of the Watchu Mountain Adventure, Colorado Tour, Philmont, and Autumn Adventure.

Site Map: A listing of topics on each page and quick links to items you want.

Help: Do you need to check with the Watchu Administrator? Do you need financial help? Do you need to call Philmont? Or would you simply like to pass on your thoughts about this Web site?

Search: Having trouble finding information on a particular topic on these pages? You can search for it by keyword(s).

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