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Backpacking Lighter at Philmont Feb 25, 2012 Capitol Area Council Austin, TX

Backpacking Lighter at Philmont

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Going lightweight at Philmont presents challenges in terms of cooking, bear protection, and group camping. Learn from experienced Philmont scouts about the benefits of going light for high adventure in a scouting context.

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Backpacking Lighter at Philmont

Feb 25, 2012Capitol Area Council

Austin, TX

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Backpacking Lighter at Philmont• Pat Rabun

• Sam Francis

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Backpacking Lighter at Philmont• Pinnacle of Scout hiking and backpacking

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Why Go Light At Philmont?• Mo Fun• Mo Safe• Mo Program• Mo Better

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Limitations• Weight/Volume of food• Tents … no Tarps• Crew gear• Bear Procedures

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Base Pack Weight < 15 lbs• The “Big Three”– Pack– Sleep System– Tent

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Pack: Light but High Volume

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Sleep System - Bag

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Sleep System – Sleeping Pad

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Tents

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Other Stuff to Consider• Clothing• Hydration• Miscellaneous

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More Other Stuff

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Crew Gear

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Crew Gear

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Pots and Stoves

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Bear Baggin’

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Questions?

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Reflections

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Better Than Gold