JANUARY, 2004:  We have learned that openings are now available for the Double H Ranch in the summer of 2004.  If your unit is interested, contact Philmont at the e-mail address below.

The information below was distributed at Philmont in the summer of 2003.  It is copied here for your information.

Double H Ranch

New High Adventure Opportunity!

Philmont Scout Ranch, in partnership with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, will be offering a new and exciting high adventure opportunity for the summer of 2004. This experience will be offered at the Double H Ranch located in south central New Mexico. Crews will participate in a pristine wilderness environment at elevations over 8,000 feet on a seven day trek.

If you and your Boy Scout troop, Varsity team or Venturing crew are looking for a unique backpacking experience, this is the place for you.

Highlights:

* Located between Datil and Magdalena New Mexico, 2 hours south of Albuquerque

* Season will run from June 21 through August 2

* Located on over 100,000 acres

* Visit the National Radio Astronomy Observatory, known as VLA (Very Large Array)

* Observe elk, mule deer, bear, and other wildlife

* Participate in exciting backcountry programs that include state of the art black powder and archery

* Learn about the Native American culture found in the area

Visit the Double H on the web at http://www.scouting.org/philmont/doubleh/

For more on this exciting opportunity and reservation information email us at: doubleh@philmontscoutranch.org

Additional information and photographs of the Double H Ranch may be found at:  http://www.lns.cornell.edu/~seb/double-h/index.html

Last updated Tuesday, September 12, 2006 07:15 PM