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High Adventure Opportunites

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Philmont Scout Ranch

Philmont Scout Ranch offers a variety of treks tailored to Troops and individuals. These treks provide thrilling challenges, stunning landscapes, and experiences that will become the highlight of your summer. Whether you’re exploring the backcountry, learning new skills, or bonding with your Troop, Philmont has something for everyone. To get started, review the crew requirements and trek options, and prepare for a journey of a lifetime!

Opportunities for Individuals

Philmont Scout Ranch and Training Center offers many opportunities for individuals. View the brochure for more detailed information. There are scholarship opportunities available for those interested. Read more about the James W. Schlegel Scholarship at the bottom of the page.

  • Ranch Hand Trek: Explore Philmont’s camps, learn ranch operations, and enjoy programs like rock climbing, homesteading, and archaeology.
  • STEM Trek: A 12-day hike led by experts in chemistry, geology, astronomy, engineering, and more.
  • Rayado Trek: The ultimate wilderness challenge—rock climbing, tough trails, and backcountry leadership training.
  • Trail Crew Trek: A 14-day experience focused on conservation and leadership development.
  • OA Trail Crew: Build trails and design your own backpacking adventure in this 14-day program for Arrowmen.
  • ROCS Trek: Hike Philmont while exploring forestry, fire ecology, wildlife management, geology, and more.
  • Seasonal Staff: Join Philmont to create life-changing experiences for over 27,000 participants each summer.

Sending Your Unit 

Want to take your Troop on a Trek? There are many options available for 7,9, or 12 day Treks that are sure to be the highlight of your summer! Participants must be 14 years old or 13 years old and completed 8th grade by the start of the expedition. Read more about Troop Requirements and the different Treks available on the Philmont website.

Looking for another member or advisor for your upcoming Trek? Use the new Trek Match system to find more information about Philmont Crews (other Troops) seeking members.

James W. Schlegel Philmont Scholarship, Hawk Mountain Council

Established in 2019, the James W. Schlegel Philmont Scholarship annually supports two Hawk Mountain Council Scouts with financial aid for high adventure experiences at Philmont Scout Ranch. Inspired by his 1965 trek and 12 seasons on staff, Schlegel aims to help Scouts enhance their journey and create lasting memories.

Download an application: Schlegel Scholarship

Sea Base Adventures

Sea Base, founded in 1980 as Scouting America’s first co-ed facility, offers youth ocean-based adventures like sailing, scuba diving, and coral restoration across locations in the Florida Keys, Bahamas, and U.S. Virgin Islands. Recognized for environmental excellence, it has inspired generations through education and exploration.
 Your Troop, Team, Crew, Sea Ship or Explorer Post can engage in these unforgettable aquatic experiences with High Adventure programs that are offered February-April, May-August, and December every year. Participants must be 13 years old for Scuba, Out Island, Bahamas, and St. Thomas programs and 12 years old for all other programs. Read more about the different Treks available for your unit based on location or interest on the Sea Base website.

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