About Philmont

Philmont Scout Ranch, the Boy Scouts of America's premier High Adventure™ base, challenges Scouts and Venturers with more than 200 square miles of rugged New Mexico wilderness. Backpacking treks, horseback cavalcades, and training and service programs offer young people many ways to experience this legendary country.

Learn more!

• Philmont at scouting.org

Chicken Chase winner at Black Mt. Camp-Matt Ladew Crew Chaplain  Crew #724 S1
2007 Philmont Contingent

Would you like to hike or climb and rappel the mountains of New Mexico, horseback ride or pan for gold?  I did it and what a rush!  You’d be “OUT OF YOUR BIRD” if you would like this and did not plan on being a part of the Longhouse Council’s 2011 Philmont Contingent.  Submit your application today! Estimated cost: $2400.