Friday, July 12, 2013

Exp. 617-R in the news

    

     Since our return from Philmont, the story of our trek has been featured by several news organizations in the Auburn area. The article, written by Saugahatchee District Communications Chairman Michael Tullier with input from several crew members, was featured in print this week by the Opelika-Auburn News and The Auburn Villager. The article also appeared online on the WANI 1400 and the Saugahatchee District websites. Links to the article are available on our expedition webpage, including a PDF version as well. Our thanks to Michael and the District leadership for their support of the trip and in promoting Scouting overall. I should think a multi-page spread in Boy's Life or Scouting magazine will be the next step in our fifteen minutes of fame!

Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Home again



        We arrived home safely Saturday evening from Philmont and Jimmy and Jake Camp drove in from New Mexico with our gear on Sunday evening. The washing machines are churning away in a vain attempt to make our clothes clean again. All of my photos from the trip have been added to the online photo album along with captions. More photos are sure to be added later.

        My thanks to all of the parents and others who supported this trip. It would not have been possible without your help and perserverance. Special thanks to Jimmy Camp for hauling our gear across the country and back. Most importantly, my thanks to Brian Moore, who served as my co-advisor and hiked every step of our 85 miles across Philmont. Such dedication is admirable.

        I also want to thank the scouts who made this a great trip. Each one contributed greatly as part of the team. They worked hard and kept it fun. They should be proud of what they accomplished. I know I am proud of them. In future years, I hope they will return as participants, staff members, or advisors. Philmont embodies all of the great aspects and values of scouting. The best parts of Philmont are now a part of us.