Where is PTC? Northeast corner of New Mexico Near the Village of Cimarron Sangre de Cristo Mountains Elevation of 6,700 Across the street (Hwy-21) from the Camping Headquarters 4-hour drive from Denver 3-hour drive from Colorado Springs 2.5-hour drive from Santa Fe 3-hour drive from Albuquerque Northeast corner of New Mexico Near the Village of Cimarron Sangre de Cristo Mountains Elevation of 6,700 Across the street (Hwy-21) from the Camping Headquarters 4-hour drive from Denver 3-hour drive from Colorado Springs 2.5-hour drive from Santa Fe 3-hour drive from Albuquerque Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime…

Hows The Weather Down There? 75° – 95 ° Its a dry heat! (Very low humidity) Afternoon showers from 2:00pm – 4:00pm (July to August) Bring sunscreen and a jacket 45° – 55 ° Its a dry cold! Occasional nighttime showers and cool winds Bring a sleeping bag

Who Was Waite Phillips? Waite Phillips Fortune made from oil Younger brother of the men who formed Phillips 66 Formed his own oil company Dreamed of ranch life in the west Amassed over 300,000 acres Philanthropic, especially after selling his company Donated over 127,000 acres to the BSA to strengthen a boys character and physical growth Throughout his life, he gave away over half of his fortune Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime…

Waite Phillips believed that top-notch adult training could take place at the donated facilities. The summer of 1950 saw the beginning of what PTC is today. The program took off when the PTC begin offering family program, in addition to adult training by top-notch leaders. Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime…

All levels of Scouting Cub Scouts Boy Scouts Venture All Positions of Scouting Unit District Council Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime…

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Professionally-Trained Program Staff from around the Nation and World Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime…

Nursery2 months – 2 year olds Small Fry3-5 year olds Cowgirls6-7 year old girls Cowpokes 6-7 year old boys Bandits(combined Cowgirls & Cowpokes) Ropers8-10 year old girls Deputies8-9 year old boys Sidewinders10 year old boys Mustangs11-13 year old girls Trailblazers I11-12 year old boys Trailblazers II13 year old boys Broncos14-18 year olds Mountain Trek14-18 year olds Silverados 18+ Spouses and non- conference attendees Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime…

Depending upon age, participants of the family program will enjoy: - Archery and Air-Rifle Shooting - COPE Course (high- and low- ropes course) - Dutch Oven Cooking - Handicraft Projects and Instructional Classes - Hikes in Philmonts backcountry - Horse Rides Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime… - Nature Hikes - Overnighter in the backcountry - Pony Rides - Tours of the Kit Carson Museum (Rayado) and the Villa Philmonte

Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime… Mountain Treks - Backpacking expedition for year olds. - Unique 5-day backcountry experience exclusive to PTC family program - Hiking itineraries are customized according to the skills of the individuals - Every night is spent at a staffed backcountry camp - Participants engage in the same activities as traditional treks NAYLE (National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience) - A co-ed, outdoor-based training in leadership and teamwork for year olds. - One week program at Rocky Mountain Scout Camp, the foothills of the Tooth of Time - Motivates participants to help others succeed through servant leadership - Encourages ethical decision-making based on the Scout Oath & Scout Law, using positive reinforcement, and practicing servant leadership throughout life.

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2011 PTC Conference Options 10 Weeks of World-Class Training (press button for schedule) 10 Weeks of World-Class Training (press button for schedule) Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime…

SUNDAYMONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAYSATURDAY Breakfast Family Programs Family Program Groups and Conferences Optional Program (by Conference) Family Program Groups and Conferences Offices Open for Check-Out Orientation Session for All Adults Family Activities Mountain Treks Return Lunch Check-in Family Program Groups and Conferences Family Activities Family Program Groups and Conferences Mountain Treks Depart Dinner Buffalo BBQDinner Opening Program Family Night at Handicraft Western Night Games and Dance Family Movie Night Family Night at Handicraft Closing Program Cobbler Night Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime…

Depending upon your specific course, Wednesday might have a session in the morning. Available activities include (but are certainly not limited to): Hiking: Some of Philmonts most popular trails are available to PTC participants…Lovers Leap, T-Rex, Urraca Loop, Nature Trail. (The Tooth of Time is reserved for certain older-aged groups of the PTC family program, depending upon the amount of participants in the Trailblazer program.) Philmonts Museums Villa Philmonte, Philmont Museum & Ernest Thompson Seton Memorial Library, Kit Carson Rayado Museum The Village of Cimarron Rich Western History The Town of Taos Known for art galleries and restaurants. Check out the white water rafting The Town of Raton Visit and hike the Capulin Volcano Many more activities are waiting to be found! Just stop by the PTC office and our staff will gladly help Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime…

Starting in 2010, you do not need approval from a Scout Executive or personal invitation to attend. Everyone is invited! Register on-line via My Scouting Website If first time to site… Register 3. Go to Events 4. Go to Event Registration fill in profile if needed 5. Go to Philmont Training Center 6. Go to Philmont Training Center 2011 Conference Registration 7. Begin the registration process and payment Delivering educational experiences that last a lifetime…

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