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Doing a good turn in WWI

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Mountain Trek Elizabeth Harper Staff Writer

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World War I will forever be remembered as one of the most horrific conflicts ever fought by humanity. Borne out of a complex system of alliances, the “war to end all wars” was marked by the use of brutal new technologies such as machine guns and mustard gas, millions of soldiers crammed into rat-filled trenches and a terrible stalemate that stretched the conflict on for four years. The United States was initially neutral; however, after a series of aggressive actions by Germany, America decided to thrust its newfound military and economic strength behind the Allied Powers, and in a year and a half, the Central Powers were defeated. History will always note how the contribution of the United States decisively turned the war’s tide, but what is often forgotten is the monumental effort put forth by those on the homefront that allowed a previously noninterventionist country to become a massive military power.

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Chief Scout Executive Mike Surbaugh greets Philmont trek participants before they take a tour at the Villa Philmonte on June 23, 2017. Drew Castellaw/PhilNews

Elizabeth Harper Staff Writer When Chief Scout Executive Mike Surbaugh came to visit Philmont last week, he couldn’t help but think back to the first time he set foot on the property. “My favorite Philmont memory is when we drove in the gates in 1996. I had waited my whole life to come to Philmont, and never got a chance when I was a kid,” Surbaugh said, looking across the Greensward. “Coming in and looking around and seeing

the mountains… That was just a landmark experience for me in Scouting.” It had been a number of years since Surbaugh last visited Philmont, and this visit was his first since he became Chief Scout Executive in 2015. He came back this summer as a Philmont Training Center Instructor. “I wasn’t able to come out last year to Philmont and the reason I’m here this year is, the guy that I taught with [at the Philmont Training Center] in 1996, has been trying to get me to come back and teach a class with him since 1996,”

Surbaugh explained. More than 20 years later, Surbaugh returned to teach a section of a class called Smarter, Strategic and Sustainable Scouting. However, he also made time to visit Backcountry camps, meet Scouts coming off of the trail, and talk to participants and staff alike. During his breaks, Surbaugh walked around the PTC and handed out special Chief Scout Executive patches to youth. In his time as Chief Scout Executive, Surbaugh has made a dedicated effort to interact with Continued on page 5

On Tuesday morning, a group of backpackers watched the sunrise from the top of Window Rock. Unlike most crews at Philmont, they had no adult advisors and no matching shirts, and two Rangers accompanied them. On top of that, almost everyone in the group had just met each other two days prior. The crew was on a Mountain Trek, a special 6-day trek available to the 14-through 20-year-old sons and daughters of those taking classes at the Philmont Training Center. It gives them a unique opportunity to experience Philmont’s Backcountry led by Rangers and gives them a chance to develop their teamwork and leadership skills at the same time. “I wanted to see what Philmont was like,” said 14-year-old Louis Wiltenmuth, who decided to do Mountain Trek because he had previously spent time at the PTC and wanted to experience the Backcountry of Philmont as well. “That gorgeous sunrise at Window Rock… it was amazing,” reflected Christopher Gower, 17. Continued on page 4

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Delivering the promise The Ranger Mile Mark Anderson Director of Program The 2017 National Camp Accreditation Program (NCAP) for Philmont Scout Ranch and the Philmont Training Center took place June 21-23. In addition to Camping Headquarters, Administration, Shop Areas, Cattle Headquarters, and the Philmont Training Center, each Backcountry Camp and program area was visited. Accreditation was approved for the Philmont Training Center, Philmont Camping Programs, and Philmont Scout Ranch. The quality indicators were achieved: quality staff, quality program, quality equipment that meets the program needs, quality facilities, and financial sustainability. Congratulations to each of you for the work that you have done to prepare for the summer and to prepare for the NCAP visit. We are now ready to continue to deliver wilderness and learning adventures for the remainder of the summer. The visitation teams were very impressed with each staff member they came in contact with! Here are some of their comments: •

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tell that it was not fake.” “Staff were spectacular and everything was running smoothly.” “Very professional, enthusiastic, well trained staff.” “Staff were incredibly professional.” “Compliance was spectacular.” “We haven’t found one staff member who wasn’t incredibly happy, enthusiastic, and passionate.” “It was great to see young people growing into adults.” “Staff very impressive from professionals to the great youth staff.”

These same kinds of comments are being expressed as crews depart after their Philmont Adventure. One of the June 10th advisors wrote on their evaluation form: “We love how happy and enthusiastic the Staff is. Disney World is the only other place you see such across the board enthusiasm.” In the words of Theodore Roosevelt: “Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” Hard work is worth doing. I continue to look forward to each day we can share the Philmont

Spencer Dennis Ranger Trainer Looking for a good day-hike in the backcountry? Head on up to Seally Canyon! Located just a couple miles southeast of Ring Place in the Valle Vidal, Seally Canyon is a fun, easy camp to get to if you are looking to spend a night in God’s country. Before heading out, make sure you pack at least three liters of water, a rain jacket, appropriate sleeping gear, your map and compass, and grab some meals from Outfitting Services. To get there, take Highway 64 through Cimarron five miles northwest and turn on to the Cerrososo Canyon road. The road is well marked, and winds through the scenic valley boasting some incredible views of Philmont’s north country. Follow the route 30 miles to McCrystal Creek Campground, and you will find the Ring Place road a few hundred yards past the campground. Park your car at the gate, and take a quick walk down to the Ring Place staff cabin. The staff there will provide you with a key to the gate so you can park your car safely in the Ring Place parking lot. From there, head back to the staff cabin porch overlooking the meadow to the south. In the distance you will see a ridgeline which tapers

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downwards at its southeast end. Shoot a bearing to the low end of that ridge sand start hiking! There are no trails in the Valle Vidal, so make sure you keep your compass handy as to not wind up walking in the wrong direction. Once you get past the meadow and enter the tree line, take time to look around and enjoy the beauty of the dense forest of ponderosa pines surrounding you. If you look backward, you will see an awesome view of Little Costilla with the Ring Place cabin in the foreground! After making it over the saddle of the first ridge, you will find yourself dropping into another meadow. Once you reach this point, make sure to keep your course! You will need to cross over one more ridge line before entering Seally Canyon. Hike up the second ridge on the opposite side of the meadow and gradually shift your route to

the southwest. The route will be littered with medium-sized rock formations and large patches of scrub oak, but will eventually change to ponderosa pine trees the further down you go. As soon as the terrain flattens out, Seally Canyon’s yurt will be visible through the trees in the distance. Seally Canyon offers an immersive search and rescue program which educates participants on Philmont’s SAR protocols, procedures, and carry techniques. There is also a timber stand conservation site for crews to work on in order to receive their Philmont Arrowhead Patch award. For more information on the route to Seally Canyon and what is offered there, stop by the Ranger Office and we can help make sure you are ready for the hike. Happy trails!

entire system of Boy Scouting because what happens here. There’s a learning curve that you can constantly build on.” Surbaugh has first-hand experience with the learning that happens at Philmont. When he worked at summer camps, he said he would send his staff to Philmont and the other High Adventure Bases to observe their practices and incorporate those practices at the local level. Surbaugh is confident that Scouting will continue to evolve and endure in the coming years. “We’re in the greatest position

right now for our Scouting program,” he said. “What we are really looking for is, we need to create the next generation of Scouters. The key will be maintaining all of our Scouting history and our roots and to keep doing all the things we know actually work, but making sure that families see us as highly relevant to their kids today.” Surbaugh gestured around the PTC. “We’ve got these really little kids that are here now, I want them to be bringing their grandchildren here.”

Continued from page one: The next generation all levels of Scouters in an effort to better understand their different perspectives and the challenges they deal with. “I probably have learned more in the past couple of years in this job than in any of my previous responsibilities because of the people I interact with,” Surbaugh said. “I see how different and how rich the Scouting experience is from place to place, and that’s created a lot of what we have as our legacy.” Surbaugh has always loved High Adventure programs. When he first became a professional

Scouter, his goal was to end up working at a High Adventure Base. “I told everyone from literally the first day that I became a professional Scouter, I wanted to work at Philmont or I wanted to direct at Florida Sea Base. A High Adventure experience, that’s what I always wanted to do careerwise and never had that chance,” Surbaugh said. Though his career plans took an unexpected turn, his appreciation for Philmont and the other High Adventure Bases hasn’t wavered. He sees the presence of such

programs as a crucial component of Scouting. “We’re here to give kids the most exciting program we can,” he told the Scouters in his class. “[The goal] is for Scouting to become a lifestyle for them, not just an activity they’re in.” Surbaugh believes Philmont provides an excellent template for Scouts and Scouters across the country to learn from. “One of the things that Philmont consistently does is it presents a model of continuous improvement and best practices. That has been extremely helpful throughout the

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Continued from page one: Mountain Trek “The hikes are amazing, the views and everything are just crazy incredible!” The itinerary, which the Rangers picked, far surpassed Gower’s expectations. The trek started the crew at Cito Turnaround and had them visit Hunting Lodge, Cypher’s Mine, Sawmill, Ute Gulch and the Demonstration Forest before returning to the Turnaround for pick up. “When we pulled into Base Camp and it was dry and desolate, I was not excited to hike,” Gower said. “Then we got into the Backcountry, and I was just so shocked and amazed by how gorgeous it is out here.” The itinerary was designed to challenge the crew while hiking but also gave them plenty of time to participate in programs at the different staff camps. “Every day is completely different,” said Alan Cicotte, 16, midway through the week. “The first day we just went up to camp and learned all the basics. Yesterday getting to visit the mine was pretty cool. And today, it was totally different stuff, getting to shoot and playing horseshoes. You don’t really get bored because it’s always something different.” The dynamic of Mountain Treks is different from a regular trek mainly because most of the participants don’t know each other at the beginning. However, it’s an opportunity for participants to interact with people from across

the country and learn how to work as a team. “I think it’s really cool that instead of being with a normal trek where you know everybody and you know all their strengths and weaknesses, we all showed up and we’re not all from the same place,” Gower said. “We’ve pulled people from all corners of the United States and then we get to hear a little bit about everybody else’s lives. We all kind of face the same things, see the same things, listen to the same things, and I think that’s pretty cool.” “A lot of them, this might be their only opportunity to come out here,” said Larry Markins, a Mountain Trek Ranger. “Most people you talk to, they’ll always remember Philmont, always remember a certain camp or the memories they made. To be able to shape those memories, hopefully towards a positive direction, is nice.” Markins and Ranger Katheryn Wilkerson led the Mountain Trek that Wiltenmuth, Gower, and Cicotte were a part of. Their particular crew consisted of ten participants, both boys and girls, ranging in age from 14 to 18. For many, it was their first experience with backpacking. “Honestly, I never thought I would be backpacking, at this altitude in the mountains, and getting to play horseshoes in front of that view,” Cicotte said, pointing to the valley in front

of the Sawmill staff cabin and

Members of the PTC Mountain Trek crew listen eagerly as a Cypher’s Mine PC tells stories of former miners. A Mountain Trek is organized through the Philmont Training Center, which allows the children of parents to go on a six-day trek through the Backcountry. Madelynne Scales/PhilNews

the mountains beyond it. “Not everyone gets to do that.” Many might consider being a Mountain Trek participant a special opportunity, but being a Mountain Trek Ranger is also unique, according to Wilkerson. The Rangers function as the adult advisors for Mountain Trek crews. “Mountain Treks are cool because you get to teach the participants, but also let them learn and grow on their own,” said Wilkerson. “They get to have a cool experience and meet people from all over the place and make friendships.”

Right: Alex Nicklaus, PC at Sawmill, helps Mountain Trek crew member Rebekah Roberts aim at a target with a .30-06 rifle. A Mountain Trek is organized by the Philmont Training Center and offered to children who’s parents are in classes during the week. The trek is led by two Rangers and lasts six days. Madelynne Scales/PhilNews

Right: Wyatt Engelmann, Alan Licotte, Christopher Gower, or “Toph,” and Carson Engelmann watch the sunrise on June 22 at Sawmill Camp. This was day four of a six-day Mountain Trek hike organized through the Philmont Training Center. Madelynne Scales/ PhilNews

Emily Lawless hammers hot iron with the help of Lucas Jackson on June 21 at Cypher’s Mine. The Mountain Trek crew, comprising of two rangers and ten participants went on a six-day trek while their parents took classes at the Philmont Training Center. Madelynne Scales/ PhilNews

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Continued from page one: Doing a good turn in WWI When war was declared by the U.S in 1917 one major organization stood ready to assist. Formed just seven years earlier, the Boy Scouts of America already had over 285,000 members, more than the United States Army at the time. Their skills of plant identification, cryptic communication, gardening, first aid and more would be invaluable as the war dragged on. On April 6, 1917, the same day the U.S. entered into the conflict, the Boy Scouts issued their plan to help and sprung into action. “[The Boy Scouts] had already thought this through, figured it out, and they were ready on that day to put these plans into action,” Philmont Museum Director David Werhane said. “And this was all based on two things: it was based on civic duty and do a good turn daily: two simple concepts that fall right in with the aims and methods of Scouting.” The immediate problem faced by war planners was funding. Since the tax system in place was nowhere near enough to support the war, the U.S. began to sell stamps and bonds, where ordinary citizens loaned the government money. President Woodrow Wilson described the Scouts’ role in this effort as the “gleaners after the reapers.” When traditional methods of advertising to the public failed to produce enough cash, the Scouts went door to door. All together, all of the Boy Scouts of America raised over $250 million to support the war, almost

$5 billion in today’s money. This massive monetary sum was only part of the Boy Scouts’ contributions. Because of the limited methods of communication, an easy way to distribute war pamphlets and flyers was needed. To help with this, Scouts on foot, horseback and bicycle were made the official couriers of the U.S. government, distributing over 30 million pieces of official government literature. With the Navy fighting mainly in Europe, Sea Scouts were called upon to patrol the coast, watching for German U-Boats. “Victory gardens” grown by Scouts with agricultural knowledge sprouted around the country, helping maintain the nation’s food supply. Finally, the Boy Scouts collected enough fruit pits to fill 400 railroad cars, which were used to make half a million gas masks for soldiers. All of these actions served as a trial by fire for the Boy Scouts, giving the fledgling group national recognition. However, in keeping with Scouting values, neither the organization nor individual Scouts received any financial compensation for their efforts. While Scouts did receive medals for their work, their primary motivation came from one simple slogan: to “do a good turn daily.” Exactly one century later, the effort put forth by the Boy Scouts to help our country in a time of need can continue to serve as an inspiration and a monument to what the organization can achieve

Philmont visitors David Wiley, left, and Rhoades Reese, right, look at the World War I Scout exhibit at the Philmont Seton Museum on June 24, 2017. The museum is open to the public. Drew Castellaw/PhilNews

when it sets its sights on one collective goal. “This was the proving grounds, this was the time, right here, when it was obvious, the power of a national organization that not only organized you but helped promote and teach leadership, citizenship, civic duty, values and resourcefulness,” Werhane said. “When you think about it now, we’re a 107 year old organization, so what could we be doing today to be on this level of helping our country?”

The Philmont Seton Museum displays an exhibit showcasing the Boy Scout’s involvement during World War I on June 24, 2017. Scouts helped make gas masks using peach stones and other nut shells as filters. Drew Castellaw/PhilNews

Bearing with it Garrett Hood Bear Researcher This week has been a beary busy one. Lots of new discoveries of bears in different camps. Lots of presentations given to different groups as well. I spent time with a trail conservation crew at whistlepunk

to teach them about the importance of conservation and the relationship conservation has with the Philmont bear population. Glad to see that the bears are being bears and are not getting into trouble. Most notable this week has to be at sawmill. I acquired footage of a bear at least 5 feet

and 11 inches tall on its hind legs scratching its back on the control panel of sawmills chlorinator. This footage was rather comical. I was able to view and share with my co-workers in the cons office how funny a bear can be when it is in its natural habitat. I spent the night near the chlorinator in hopes of catching a glimpse it but I was

unlucky. I was however lucky enough to see one as I drove down the road from baldy skyline to head of dean. The moment I saw it I stopped my philtruck and got out. We had a brief stare down. I walked towards it some more and it scurried off into the woods as it should. I felt accomplished after finally seeing my first Philmont

bear in the flesh. Mountain lions are also on the move. Many reports out of north country regarding mountain lion sightings including one that says the writer of the report was stalked for about 15 minutes. That about all things bear related this week! Don’t forget to hang those bear bags!

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Meet the Chaplains

Father Roger Lopez Catholic Chaplain Father Roger Lopez, OFM loves God, the outdoors and chick-fil-a. While serving as a firefighter in Pensacola, FL, he received his “calling” to leave the south where he joined the Order of Friars Minor (Franciscan Friars) in 2007. The Friars Minor is a group of men within the Catholic Church who strive to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ in a radical way through the vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. True to their Franciscan charism, his Order assigned him to numerous ministries, from street ministry in the inner-city of Cincinnati to soup kitchens in

Chaplain’s Corner: Making the minutes count Pastor John Lampley Protestant Chaplain

I am so grateful to be able to return to Philmont as a Chaplain in 2017. Each year, I am more eager to make the trip from Western North Carolina to Northeastern New Mexico. I am more and more impressed with how efficiently this organization functions. Over 1,100 staff persons, each doing his or her part to make Philmont the world’s premier high adventure camp. And when I observe the individual staff persons, each aware of his/her own role, while still being willing to go beyond the limits of the job description, and lending a helping hand when needed for the sake of the greater good. And I am impressed with the sense of good

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Indiana, from hospital chaplaincy in Detroit to college campus ministry in Chicago. He received a B.A. in Philosophy and Catholic Studies from DePaul University in Chicago, a Masters in Divinity, and a M.A. in Sacred Scripture from Catholic Theological Union, Chicago, IL. Fr. Roger is currently serving as stewardship of our resources. It reminds me of an interesting analogy I read once. Suppose you have a bank account in which $86,400 is deposited each morning. The account carries over no balance from day to day, allows you to keep no cash balance, and every evening cancels whatever part of the amount you had failed to use during the day. What would you do? Draw out every dollar each day! We all have a bank called Time. Every morning, it credits you with 86,400 seconds. Every night it writes off, as lost, whatever time you have failed to use wisely. It carries over no balance from day to day. It allows no overdraft so you can’t borrow against yourself or use more time than you have. Each day, the account starts fresh. Each night, it destroys any unused time. If you fail to use the day’s deposits, it’s your loss and you can’t appeal to get it back.

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You cannot borrow time. You can’t take a loan out on your time or against someone else’s. No one has more than his or her allotted 86,400 seconds. Time management is yours to decide how you spend the time. Be sure to make the most of the time you have been given, and enjoy every second you spend at Philmont.

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PSA: The staff amigo program Caitlin Lowe Board Member, Philmont Staff Association

Look around – what do you see? An inviting porch swing, a greedy mini-bear, a crew hiking in the distance, a good turn in action, or…a box of goodies and letter from your Staff Amigo? Who is this mysterious individual you might ask? The Staff Amigo program was developed by the Philmont Staff Association (PSA) to put into action Philmont’s legacy of community and service. At its core, the Staff Amigo program is a fun and viable way through which the PSA connects Philmont alumni and current staff members during the summer season. Originally titled “Adopt-aStaff,” this program has provided an opportunity for cheerful alumni service for several years. Today, the Staff Amigo program continues to grow and includes all Philmont departments, not just the backcountry. So, how does it work? In early spring, when the itch to go back to Philmont begins to burn, alumni select their top three departments or camps to “adopt,” and are then designated to a group. During

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the countdown to scatter, Staff Amigos begin to draft their Philmont stories via letters and photos, in addition to care

packages with fun and practical items like candy, books, coffee, and guitar strings. As crews hit the trail, these letters and packages

begin to arrive on your porch step or mailbox! It’s likely that your Staff Amigo once worked at your camp or department, so consider

them a part of your Phil-family! As a current Staff Amigo, I am excited to serve Fish Camp this summer! Consider the bigger picture: many staff have come before you, and many will come after. All of us have been impacted by the magic of Philmont and the chance to “work hard at work worth doing” (Teddy Roosevelt). To be a part of this ongoing, vibrant, and distinctive community of Philmont staffers is a gift to be celebrated. This summer, take a moment to study the names of past staff etched into wooden boards or painted on cabin walls. These individuals make up the Staff Amgios. They stood in your shoes, loved the land, and impacted the lives of youth. So, as you chow down on starbursts and homemade baked goods, pause to recognize your Staff Amigo as one of your own – via response letter, photo, or mentally through prayer or music. “The PSA is dedicated to reuniting those Philmont staff members who have hiked her rugged mountain trails, who have slept under her star filled skies… who have collected countless unforgettable experiences and, above all, who have heard her call and have come to love and respect her and are vitally interested in and dedicated to her future,” – Gerald L. Traut, 1973. Have a great summer y’all!

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, Andrew Kliewer l e Staff Writer e h As the pale morning light eilluminates a line of horses ,trotting through the meadow, fwith western wear clad Wranglers etrailed by several crews of Scouts, ait’s easy to forget the amount of twork that has gone into producing ssuch a picturesque scene. For eparticipants on the horses, only fan occasional tug on the reins is ,needed to keep their animals on ethe correct path, leaving them free to enjoy the idyllic scenery for the -majority of the ride. However, this dfirst impression belies the amount rof behind the scenes work that nstarted months ago to give these rScouts a smooth ride at Beaubien. As an interpretive camp, oBeaubien portrays ranching and fcowboy culture as it existed in r1942. Far from the depictions in emovies and popular culture, the …true life of western cowboys was smostly filled with work instead ,of glamour. At Philmont, this ltradition is carried on today by the tWrangler Department, responsible nfor over 330 horses. Several –Wranglers reside at Beaubien during the summer, working long days to ensure that a great experience for every rider. “We hope the Scouts learn that horses aren’t scary,” Beaubien Head Wrangler Yvonne Skrzypczak said. “They’re large gentle beasts, and it can be a lot of fun to work with them. I also hope they can appreciate all the hard work that goes into taking care of another living being.” Preparation for the program began far prior, when the Wrangler Department arrived about a month before most seasonal staff. This time was used to round up horses, who are dispersed to roam free across the ranch in two large herds during the winter months. Since the animals can form close bonds during their time off, sorting them into groups that will work well together in the summer months takes time and

Friday, June 30, 2017 care. A group of 35 horses was sent to Beaubien, and they provide two rides a day to Scouts for the entirety of the summer. To many, the experience can be a highlight of their trek. “This was my first time horseback riding,” Scout Jared McCormick in Troop 1517 from Conroe, TX, said. “Mounting and dismounting was a little bit more difficult than it looks, but it’s a new experience, and everyone here is very friendly so it’s easy to get around.” After the horseback ride, Scouts can learn about more aspects of cowboys and ranching from Beaubien’s other programs, which include horseshoes, roping lessons, a chuckwagon dinner and two interpretive campfires that rotate nightly. The camp’s staff work hard to recreate life as closely as possible to that of ranchers from the time period, many of whom migrated to New Mexico to escape the dust bowl. Participants pick up interesting facts from each program. “Listening to why the cowboys would wear the attire that they would wear, with the button down shirts and the leather shoes was neat to learn,” Scout Kenny Reese in Troop 73 from Columbus, OH said. Ultimately, participants hopefully leave Beaubien with a new idea of what it means to be a cowboy and a greater appreciation for one of the world’s oldest professions. The lessons they take away from ranching, including teamwork, cooperation and a greater respect for animals can be directly applied to the rest of their trek. Those who live far from a working ranch are exposed to a lifestyle they may not have previously seen. “We hope that [Scouts] learn something about the West, how ranching was done and how the Cowboys actually were,” Beaubien Program Counselor Sam Byers said. “It’s about taking care of the land, farming, ranching, managing resources. That’s why we’re set 1942. So you can see, even up till today, this profession is still going and it’s being done in a lot of the same ways.”

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Troops from Texas and Indiana saddle up and enjoy a leisurely horseback ride down Beaubien’s meadow on Thursday June 22, 2017. Many of the scouts experienced their first horseback ride that day and the memories will last a lifetime. Evan Mattingly/PhilNews Right: Kate Domian, Maggie Pennington, and Evie Borbonus from expedition 614 - C2, Troop 981 from St. Louis, MO, enjoy learning how to lasso in the meadow of Beaubien on Thursday June 22, 2017. Evan Mattingly/ PhilNews

Right: Beaubien Camp Director Kyla Rohrbough from Prescott Valley, AZ, laughs for a moment while reciting a poem during campfire program on Thursday June 22, 2017. Evan Mattingly/ PhilNews

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Friday, June 30, 2017

PhilmontScoutRanch.org Left: June 19, 2017- Scout Lucas Stirn (right) takes a moment after hiking the rough trail up to the summit of the Tooth of Time. In the background, Advisor Clay Yeaton makes his way over the large boulders that make up the top of the rock formation. Tanner Britton/PhilNews

Below: Given a little downtime between program. on Thursday June 22, 2017, Beaubien Program Counselor, Cassie Carl from Glendale, CA lassoes Kyle Pratt from Fishers, IN, as he pretends to be the cow. Evan Mattingly/PhilNews

Right: One of the Silverado participants aims her .22 rifle downrange at her steel target. Those enrolled in the Silverado program can visit shooting sports for tomahawk throwing, slingshot practice, arrow shooting, and several firearm shooting options. Shane Mrozek/PhilNews

Right: Nicholas Lee and Aiden Spohn pull back the strings on their bows with fellow Trailblazers on June 15th, 2017 including archery, tomahawk throwing, rifle and shotgun sports. The group of kids were apart of the Trailblazers age group, 1 1-13, that go on outdoor adventures while thier parents attend a variety of conferences and training at PTC. Andrew Avitt/PhilNews

Above: Crooked Creek Program Counselor Dillan Passmore from Rigby, ID, hauls pales of water back up to the cabin to begin filtration for safe drinking during the morning of Friday June 23, 2017. Crooked Creek gets all of their water from the creek and has to use interprative methods as well as modern methods to get clean water. Evan Mattingly/PhilNews

Right: Katheryn Wilkerson, thirdyear Ranger, gazes at the sunrise on top of Window Rock on June 20. Wilkerson and a fellow Mountain Trek Ranger are in charge of leading a Mountain Trek crew on a six-day trek through the Philmont Backcountry. Madelynne Scales/PhilNews

Above: Order of the Arrow Trail Crew Assistant Foreman Ben Lanham chops into the roots of a stump while building a new trail leading to the top of Mt. Phillips on June 18, 2017, at Philmont Scout Ranch. Drew Castellaw/PhilNews