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Went to Philmont myself in '76, my son in "13.We both went to the Summit in WV in '14. Adventures never to forget. Me growing up in CLT in the 70s and him in the 2010s we never saw star fields like we did in NM. We pretty much trod the same trek. 135 miles each. I earned the 50 miler afoot/afloat award with my trip to Canada the next year. I don't think they offer that anymore. I coached my daughter in soccer, her growing up, and was a leader in his Troop. Couldn't ask for much more joy.
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Our scout masters were head of homicide NYS Troopers and a local Sheriff
Went in 68 and he arranged a tour of the Chicago PD….we missed it. They were very busy.
Top of Pikes Peak.
Always remember it.
Trains and buses to get there from Central NYS
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We toured the Coors brewery. The workers got a twenty-minute beer break every four hours. We got Rocky Mountain spring water.
These premises insured by a Sheltie in Training ,--- and Cooey.o
"May the Good Lord take a likin' to you"
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We had a guide, I think his name is Otis.
These premises insured by a Sheltie in Training ,--- and Cooey.o
"May the Good Lord take a likin' to you"
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I remembered the scoutmasters could pack in cigarettes ……..
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A little off topic, but how is the organization faring now days? It seems to have vaporized from this region (PNW) where it was mostly churches (primarily LDS) sponsoring troops.
Even though I was an outsider, I helped for about 15 yrs mostly with skills and extended white water trips, and thought it was an especially valuable program for boys that were missing father figures. I started hearing misgivings, when the ladies began making inroads. It’s fairing, but it’s seen better days. Lots of training due to the lawsuits and the cost has become preclusive to some (many of which really need the program). The program really depends on the quality of leadership and parents that are willing to volunteer to help the boys. We’re doing okay here, but I don’t see it ever being what it was. We live in a town of roughly 15,000 and have about 22 boys in our troop. If the troop is active and can come up with enough money it can be great. Last weekend my troop won a regional shooting competition, we camp every month, volunteer a lot in our community. Our problem is trying to earn the funds to stay active.
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