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2014 Philmont Expeditions

Parents & Participants Briefing

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Agenda

OpeningStatus“Trail to Cimarron”

May 16-18 Camp Horseshoe

Tour LogisticsQ&AClosing

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Status

PaymentsFinal cost is $1950, Due nowMost are currentThose not current need to call Council• 610-696-2900 x25• Ask for Amy

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The Final Exam…

The Mid-Term Exam

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Trail to Cimarron

May 16-18, Camp HorseshoeArrive by Crews between 6 and 7PMMid Term Exam

Demonstrate Skills learned in OctoberOperate in a simulated Philmont DayFinal paper work and logistics

Depart before noon on Sunday

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Saturday, July 5th or July 19th

Colorado SpringsSouthwest Airlines #966 Non-Stop

• Departs PHL 6:10 AM• Arrives DEN 8:10 AM

Motor Coach

All you can eat lunch

USAF Academy guided tour

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Saturday, July 5th or July 19th

Colorado SpringsRed Rocks guided hikeDinner at UniversityUse pool & rec facilitiesOvernight at

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Sunday, July 6th or July 20th

Colorado SpringsPikes Peak via Cog Railway

• 14,110’

Class IV & V White Water Rafting• Royal Gorge section of

the Arkansas River

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Sunday, July 6th or July 20th

Colorado Springs Western Style Steak CookoutOvernight at UCCS

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Monday, July 7th or July 21st

Colorado Springs - Cimarron, NMMid Morning arrival at Philmont

Check-inTransition to Crews • Ranger Assigned• Medical Rechecks• Equipment & Food• Trek Planning• Opening Campfire

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The Final Exam…

The Final Exam

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Saturday, July 19th or August 2nd

Cimarron, NMDepart Philmont Mid-MorningMotor Coach to DenverAll you can eat lunch en-routeSouthwest Flight 3100 non-stop• Departs DEN 6:50 PM • Arrives PHL 12:25 AM

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Final Word

Final Newsletter first week in MayContact InfoFinal Flight InfoAny cost adjustments

Wilderness First Aid

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High Adventure Team

Questions ?

“Is anybody not ready?”

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Closing