Can a crew bring its own equipment to Philmont, such as tents and tarps?
Yes, they certainly can. The Philmont fee includes all the equipment Philmont will supply, and for the most part it is very good. It is designed especially for high altitude, high winds, rain, sleet, cold, heat, and above all, is rugged enough to withstand teenagers for 11 days. In addition, using Philmont’s equipment saves wear and tear on your own gear. One advantage of a crew using its own gear is eliminating the time for one step of the check-out and check-in processes. Again, in the end, the crew makes the choice that works for them.
