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only permitted for bonafide medical emergencies and must be approved by the Health Lodge and the LogisticsDepartment.THE PHILMONT EXPERIENCEEach of the 35 pre-planned itineraries provide numerous exciting programs offered at backcountry programcamps. Crews that stay in staffed camps, normally, will have first choice of the program offered. Crewspassing through these camps may, if time allows, participate in some of the programs. Trail camps offercrews a time to relax, bond as a team and build lifelong memories. Philmont is a total experience! Plan for abalanced trek and enjoy the serenity of the mountains.YOUR PHILMONT CHECK LISTAlso refer to the "Continuous Preparation Plan" in the 2008 Council and Unit Planning Guide.Two deep leadership confirmed .All youth members age 14 by January 1, 2008or completed 8th grade and be at least 13 by date of attendance .Copy of Philmont's Risk Advisory read and/or distributed to parents(refer to Page 16 of the 2008 Council and Unit Planning Guide) .Philmont Health & Medical Records complete with physician and parent/guardian signature(collected by Advisor and held for arrival at Health Lodge) .First Aid and CPR certification scheduled and completed .(bring proof of certification)Information shared with parents about Philmont's insurance coverage(family insurance policy applies first) .Physical training plan developed and initiated several months ahead .Advance fee payments collected and submitted (due October 1) .Final fee payments collected and submitted (due March 1) .Transportation to and from Philmont arranged .Tour Permit Application completed and approved 30 days in advance of arrival date(Advisor bring to Philmont) .Top five choices of itineraries selected and mailed A.S.A.P. but no later than May 1 .Itinerary reservation confirmed by Philmont .Arrival Plans and Crew Information Card mailed to Philmont at least 30 days prior toyour arrival at Philmont .Bus driver(s) accommodations arranged .Crew Roster &Talent Release Roster completed (Bring to Philmont) .Expedition number given to all parents and crew members .Your Philmont address given to all parents and friends .Philmont's emergency phone number given to all parents .2008 ITINERARY GUIDE 15 PHILMONT SCOUT RANCH, BSA