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