Scouts BSA · Troop 87 · Crew 613-9E
The Road to Philmont
Getting a crew to Philmont starts long before anyone sets foot in New Mexico. Follow Crew 613-9E from its first shakedown hike in May 2025 to the Tooth of Time in June 2026 — 1,098 photos in all.
Waypoint 01
Fundraising
Popcorn sales, car washes and dinners — how our scouts raised the funds to cover trek fees, gear and travel.
Waypoint 02
Training
Conditioning hikes with full packs, Wilderness First Aid and Leave No Trace practice.
Waypoint 03
Shakedowns
Shakedown hikes at Garner State Park and Government Canyon — gear checks and the eternal debate over base weight.
Waypoint 04
The Trek
Twelve days in the Sangre de Cristo mountains, from base camp to the Tooth of Time.
Highlights
The Best of Crew 613-9E
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Photo Albums
Every Step of the Journey
Nine albums, in order — from training hikes to the trip home.
Scout & Scoutmaster Stories
“Replace with the scout’s own words about a favorite moment on the trail.”
[Scout Name] · Scout, Crew Member
“Replace with a scoutmaster’s reflection on the crew’s growth over the trek.”
[Scoutmaster Name] · Scoutmaster, Crew Advisor