Register at: http://philmontscoutranch.org/TrekPreparation/PASS/Field.aspx

Philmont Field - PASS

Philmont will be sending experieced members of the Ranger and Backcoutry Departments to run pre-trek instructional courses around the country. These one day, 8-hour courses will take place on Saturdays or Sundays and will mostly be held at Scout offices in regions with a high concentration of registered 2017 Philmont participants.

Field-PASS participants will enjoy an instructional introduction to Philmont and achieve a thorough understanding of the following:

• Philmont-issued gear
• Crew leadership positions
• Preparing youth leaders prior to your trek
• Physical conditioning
• Travel to and from Philmont
• Conducting a shakedown hike
• Establishing a crew Philmont committee
• Setting up a campsite liek you would in Philmont's backcountry
• Smellables
• Bear bag hanging
• Dining fly and tent setup
• Gas stove operation and care
• Philmont's backcountry cooking method
• Dish washing and sanitation
• Sump use

What to Expect:
Field-PASS courses will begin at 9 am and usually take place in council scout offices. Experienced members from the Ranger and Backcountry Departments will lead you in the backcountry and logitical fundamentals of Philmont over the course of the day. Participants will enjoy a trail lunch and inner in between training sessions. At the conclusion of the course, advisors will receive PASS materials to share with crew members. Courses end around 5 pm.

Who is Invited?
All adult advisors - whether registered for a 2017 trek, 2018 trek, or just generally interested in learning more about Philmont - are invited to attend a Field-PASS course.

Cost:
$40 covers Philmont-style trail meal lunch, dinner and PASS materials including the PASS patch.

Nearby locations:
Chicago, IL - Saturday, September 10
Chicago, IL - Sunday, September 11
Minneapolis, MN - Saturday, September 17
Minneapolis, MN - Sunday, September 18
Kansas City, MO - Saturday, September 24
Kansas City, MO - Sunday, September 25
St. Louis, MO - Saturday, October 22
St. Louis, MO - Sunday, October 23