You have to be registered in Scouting, that's the only "connected" requirement. I've entered their drawing, but have no idea how many apply. I was told there is usually a waiting list.
I've had a long association with Philmont, having worked there during the summer in the mid- to late-'sixties and belong to the Staff Association. However, I don't know of anyone who has ever hunted there. It's in the heart of some great elk country.
