The Watchu Experience

Days To Departure:	630 Crews	703 Crews	711 Crews	714 Crews
Days To Departure:	On Philmont Trails - Day 7	On Philmont Trails - Day 4	3	6

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Important Feedback from our 630 and 703 Crews:

Carry-on Bags

Zippers – “exploding” zippers have been reported. Follow the packing instructions from the June Briefing and subsequent e-mails, including:

Place heavy sweaters or jackets outside the bag under the Velcro straps
Hook empty water bottles to the outside of the bag – do not put them in the bag
Compress all Zip Lock bags and leave a few inches of the corners of the Zip Lock unzipped

Triangular metal rings – problems with the nylon loop on the shoulder strap slipping through the gap between the ends of the metal ring on the bag have been reported, as has a solution of placing a small piece of duct tape over that opening. Chief Watchu also advises bringing a small supply of plastic cable ties.

Foot cuts and abrasions at the University of Colorado

A large number of foot cuts and abrasions have been experienced; many a result of walking to the Recreation Center in bare feet over rocky trails and rough sidewalks as well as from the rough surface of the pool bottom. Some have simply taken to leaving their shoes behind as soon as they get to their dorm room. Except while at the pool, footwear is required at all times, and at the pool pay attention to your feet.


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 we have given our nine-month-long program to prepare crews for a Philmont or Double H trek in New Mexico. Patriots’ Path Council of northern New Jersey makes it easier than ever to be a part of these unique and exciting experiences provided by the National Boy Scouts of America. Every summer we send at least sixteen crews of twelve persons each to Philmont Scout Ranch near Cimarron as well as crews to the Double H High Adventure Base administered by Philmont, located southwest of Albuquerque. 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, Philmont and the Double H, including applications and the information necessary to sign up for either 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 or the Double H. 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, Philmont, and the Double H 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 important Watchu, Philmont, and Double H 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 or Double H trek and the unique experience it provides.

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

Photos: Super pictures of the Watchu Mountain Adventure, Colorado Tour, Philmont, the Double H, 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?

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