Backpacking Lighter at Philmont
Feb 25, 2012Capitol Area Council
Austin, TX
Backpacking Lighter at Philmont• Pat Rabun
• Sam Francis
Backpacking Lighter at Philmont• Pinnacle of Scout hiking and backpacking
Why Go Light At Philmont?• Mo Fun• Mo Safe• Mo Program• Mo Better
Limitations• Weight/Volume of food• Tents … no Tarps• Crew gear• Bear Procedures
Base Pack Weight < 15 lbs• The “Big Three”– Pack– Sleep System– Tent
Pack: Light but High Volume
Sleep System - Bag
Sleep System – Sleeping Pad
Tents
Other Stuff to Consider• Clothing• Hydration• Miscellaneous
More Other Stuff
Crew Gear
Crew Gear
Pots and Stoves
Bear Baggin’
Questions?
Reflections
Better Than Gold