2016 description: 'This very rugged itinerary is filled with program and will give you an opportunity to explore most of Philmont’s North,
Central, and South Country! Start your trek off with a cool root beer at Ponil before hiking up the Middle Ponil to Bent for
the night. From there, enjoy the hike over Wilson Mesa, which has some of the best views of Baldy Mountain and the Valle
Vidal to the north. Camp at Baldy Skyline and work on a trail project with the Conservation Department before hiking to
Miranda for .50 caliber black powder rifles. Be the only crews to camp at Black Horse while you conquer Baldy Mountain,
explore Lucien Maxwell’s Aztec Mine, and tour historic Baldy Town. After your successful mountain ascent, hike on to Head
of Dean to participate in initiative games and challenge events. From Head of Dean, you will continue your journey south to
Visto Grande, through Hidden Valley, and by Window Rock. Visit the Demonstration Forest before settling down at Clarks
Fork for a chuckwagon dinner and cowboy campfire. Wake up early to ride horses and side hike the Tooth of Time before
camping at Miners Park. You might have to choose one or the other due to time. The next morning you will be challenged
to test your rock climbing skills before hiking to Aguila. Be sure to wake up early and watch the gorgeous sunrise as first
light hits the plains. Enjoy the hike to Zastrow where your crew will test their land navigation skills on a great geocache
course. Cap off your trek with a Dutch oven dessert, the Rededication to Scouting ceremony, and a tour of pioneer Kit
Carson’s former home!'
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