It's not too late for 2012! Individual applications for Philmont are being accepted. Contact Debbie Wickham at 973-765-9322 x239 or Bob Morris at x223for more information.

• Philmont 2012 Indivdual Application and brochure for Scouts, Venturers and Scouters

Individual Applications for 2013 will be accepted after January 1, 2012.  Crew applications must be submitted after December 1, 2011 and before Friday, January 20, 2012 to participate in the lottery to allocate crew slots in the 2013 contingents.  The lottery will be held on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at the Patriots' Path Council office in Florham Park at 7:00pm.

• Philmont 2013 Indivdual Application and brochure for Scouts, Venturers and Scouters
• Philmont 2013 Crew Application for Patriots' Path units

While not part of the Watchu program, the High Adventure committee is promoting opportunities for Sea Base.

• Sea Base 2012 Individual Application and brochure for Patriots' Path Scouts, Venturers and Scouters (available soon)

• Watchu Passport - lists all Patriots' Path and Philmont requirements
• Warren Wheeler Adventurship - apply for financial assistance
• Crew Roster - in Excel format (for completing by computer)
• BSA Medical Form
• Watchu Wilderness Pledge – crew members will respect the natural environment
• Wilderness First Aid Registration - for Patriot's Path courses
• Airline Ticketing Information - required by TSA regulations
• Rafting Release Form - Echo Canyon River Expeditions, Cañon City, Colorado
• Colorado Tour Release Form - Blue Sky Adventures release of liability form
• Philmont Talent Release Form - one completely signed copy per crew is required by Philmont and Watchu

• Watchu Advisor Name Plate Form – turn in at November Advisor Briefing
• Watchu Mountain Outfitters Order Form - for ordering your Watchu gear
• Document Checklist - for administrative check-in and medical rechecks at Philmont
• Baggage Fee Reimbursement Voucher - for checking backpacks

Welcome Message Your Watchu Experience   I. Starting the Adventure   II. Getting it All Together   III. Are You Ready?   IV. Traveling and Touring   V. Your Philmont Trek What is A...? Payment Schedule Refund Policy Travel Dates

Travel Policy Your Watchu Fee Includes Emergency Contact Information The Four Expensive Essentials Watchu Mountain Outfitters The Watchu Experience Web Site Uniform Fact Sheet Re-live the Great American West Tips For A Great Trek The Philmont Hymn and Grace Where is Philmont?

Watchu Mission Statement Welcome to the Watchu Experience Advisor Responsibilities The Watchu Passport Crew Preparation Checklist Note from the Watchu Administrator Advisor Briefing Schedule

Watchu Mountain Adventure Selecting a Great Trek Preparation Resources Leader Positions in a Crew Wilderness First Aid Training Useful Contacts Important Tips

April 1st Payment Letter - additional fee due to increased travel costs, if needed

2012 Contingents, per person:

2012 Payment Coupons

2013 Contingents, per person:

2013 Payment Coupons

Family and Friends Gift Coupons

Everything included in Your Watchu Experience fee.
Refund and Travel Policy for Patriots' Path High Adventure activities
* Note: Totals subject to adjustment (if necessary) due to fuel costs or other factors.

We know the adventure of a lifetime called Philmont is expensive. However, we do not believe this wonderful opportunity should be a drain on family finances. One of the basic propositions of the Boy Scout program is that Scouts and Venturers work to pay their way. Check your Boy Scout Handbook under a Scout is Thrifty.   Given the 18 months from initial signup for a Philmont trek until hitting the trail, the cost is about $3 a day.  The key is to start early saving for this life-altering experience.

• Shovel sidewalks in the winter

• Cut grass in the spring, summer, and fall

• Washing windows in the spring, summer and fall

• Neighborhood gardener for your working neighbors

• Work at summer camp

• Register as a Single Scout Popcorn Seller with Patriots' Path Council (if your unit does not participate in the popcorn sale)

For troops and crews

• Car wash

• Spaghetti dinners and pancake breakfasts

• Participate in troop and crew product sales

• Participate in the Patriots' Path Popcorn Sale as a crew

Check out Trail's End Popcorn to learn how one troop uses popcorn sales and Scout Accounts to help finance their high adventure trips and other Scout Activities.

We are certain you will think of even more creative ways to fund your awesome New Mexico adventure. Work with your crew. Make a fund raising plan for you and your crew. Develop a calendar of events. You can make it happen!