HIGH ADVENTURE

Hawk Mountain Council - 2009 Philmont Trek

If you would like the opportunity of hiking the trails of Philmont Scout Ranch with a council contingent, this expedition is definitely for you. Hawk Mountain Council is sending this special contingent to Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico from June 27 – July 10, 2009. Scouts must be 14 years old by January 1, 2009 or completed 8th grade and be 13 years old by June 27, 2009 to participate in the Philmont trek.

Philmont Scout Ranch contains 330 miles of challenging trails throughout the 137,493 acres of the Majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Since 1939 more than 750,000 Scouts and Scouters have experienced this mountain top experience with a lasting pleasant memory and always longing to return again to Philmont. We will travel round trip from Pennsylvania to New Mexico via commercial air transportation. A completed application and deposit is required to secure a position on the contingent. Applications have been sent to every Troop Scoutmaster, Committee Chairperson and every Crew Advisor and Committee Chairperson.

Click here to learn more about Philmont Scout Ranch.

Applications with deposits are being accepted at the Hawk Mountain Council Service Center, Cross Keys. For any questions or additional information please call 610-926-3406.

Space is getting very limited for our expedition.
Please see the special memo regarding limited space.

2009 Philmont Trek- Youth Application
2009 Philmont Trek - Adult Application

Other National High Adventure Opportunities

Many High Adventure opportunities are available to Scouts and Units from the National Council. Below are descriptions and links to National BSA High Adventure bases.

The Florida Sea Base

The Florida National High Adventure Sea Base is owned and operated by the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America to offer unique educational aquatic programs to our members. Located in Islamorada and on Summerland Key in the beautiful the Florida Keys as well as Marsh Harbour, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas, the heart of the Florida Keys, the near shore reefs and crystal clear waters offer unparalleled opportunities for long term and short term programs year round.

Click here to learn more about the Florida Sea base.

Northern Tier National High Adventure Bases

One of the most beautiful, and remote parts of North America offers a unique opportunity for Scouts. Canoeing, hiking, fishing, and winter camping in and around the beautiful lakes of northern Minnesota and southern Canada await you at the Northern Tier.

Click here to learn more about the Northern Tier National High Adventure bases.

Other High Adventure Opportunities

Many other councils offer high adventure opportunities within their council-owned camps or surrounding areas. Contact these councils directly and plan your unit's greatest adventure ever.

Click here to search for High Adventure opportunities available around the county by region or by state.