Our 2028 high adventure trip is being planned for the Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. This 12 day trip provides scouts a chance to backpack and experience the many activities on the ranch. The dates have not been selected yet, but are being planned to start in mid-June. The approximate trip cost is $2,850 per person. The fee includes transportation, travel meals and Philmont Scout Ranch fee.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Deposit: $150 due by November 17th , 2026
Payment #1 - $300 due by July 13th , 2027
Payment #2 - $300 due by August 10th , 2027
Payment #3 - $300 due by September 14th , 2027
Payment #4 - $300 due by October 12th , 2027
Payment #5 - $300 due by November 16th , 2027
Payment #6 - $300 due by December 14th , 2027
Payment #7 - $300 due by January 18th , 2028
Payment #8 - $300 due by February 15th , 2028
Payment #9 - $300 due by March 15th, 2028
* = If schedule permits, and majority wants to do it, we will add on an extra day to the front of the outing to allow Scouts to have extra time to acclimate to the altitude, sight-see, shop, etc. If this works out, it will change the $300 payments to $305.
REQUIREMENTS
Must be 14 years old before event, or 13 years old and completed 8th grade (with Scoutmaster approval)
Must be First Class or higher
Must participate in all prep outings
Must meet strict height/weight requirements
Must meet all payment deadlines, unless other arrangements are made with Troop leadership
Must be able to transport 25-30% of body weight on a daily basis
REFUND INFORMATION
Deposit is non-refundable
Other payments are refundable only under certain conditions (as set forth by Philmont Scout Ranch).
If any participant must drop out they understand that they may not receive any refund unless they qualify for a refund, or unless someone takes their spot.
Airfare is non-refundable once purchased.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Properly fitted, durable 65+ liter backpack
Lightweight sleeping bag that meets guidelines on temperatures
Study, broken-in hiking boots along with multiple pair of high-quality wool socks
Additional gear may be necessary; this list will be updated between now and the trip.