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Ongoing fire risk forces Philmont to close backcountry for remainder of summer

July 5, 2018 12

Philmont Scout Ranch announced Thursday that extremely dry conditions and the continuing risk of fires have forced it to close its backcountry for the remainder of the 2018 summer season.

Ute Park Fire forces Philmont to cancel treks through July 14

June 4, 2018 32

Philmont Scout Ranch announced Monday that the still-burning Ute Park Fire has forced it to cancel all backcountry treks from June 8 to July 14.

National Scouting Museum – Philmont Scout Ranch opens to public June 8

May 30, 2018 12

This is great news for crews participating in Philmont treks this summer — and for adult leaders and families attending summer conferences at the Philmont Training Center.

Philmont Training Center courses ideal for anyone involved in tracking advancement

May 24, 2018 1

If you’re the man or woman who tracks advancement for your Scout unit, here’s an opportunity to get trained, have fun and spend a week at one of the greatest places in the Scouting universe.

Ashton Kutcher was a Scout, hiked Philmont and supports BSA efforts to welcome boys and girls

May 15, 2018 29

Ashton Kutcher, star of “That ’70s Show” took to Twitter on Thursday to offer his support for the BSA as the organization welcomes girls and young women into all programs.

6 can’t-miss Philmont Training Center conferences for Scouters who train others

April 25, 2018 2

If your Scouting job involves training other leaders, you should consider attending a conference at the Philmont Training Center. Getting trained on training is always a good idea.

Southwest Airlines pilot does a Good Turn for Scout

April 5, 2018 22

When he found a cherished hat left behind by a Scout returning home from Philmont Scout Ranch, a Southwest Airlines pilot (and Eagle Scout!) went the extra mile to return this priceless possession.

This summer, families will experience Philmont in a totally new way

March 29, 2018 7

Philmont Family Adventure, new for 2018, gives families the chance to experience Philmont however they want. Hike or ride horses, craft or climb, explore or simply enjoy an ice cream cone at the cantina.

NESA member mushes in famous Alaskan sled dog race

March 27, 2018 4

Tom Schonberger, a lifetime National Eagle Scout Association member and former Philmont staff member, trekked more than 500 miles with his sled team of Siberian huskies in his first Iditarod.

Grant means Scouts can continue riding Amtrak to Philmont

March 9, 2018 43

Thanks to a new federal grant, the Amtrak Southwest Chief will continue transporting Scouts to Philmont Scout Ranch for the foreseeable future.