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Boy Scout Troop 68, Melrose, Minnesota
Philmont Adventure, 1992
Gallery #5
   The Tooth of Time was probably the highlight for most of the crew. Before we begin climbing I warn the crew that I will not tolerate any horseplay or running around once we are on top. The Tooth can be a dangerous place if we are not careful. I even went so far as to threaten that anyone who does goof off up there will not receive their Philmont patch. They appear to understand my concern.
   The path is well defined for the first half of the journey. Then it vanishes into a rocky outcropping that we end up half walking, half climbing. Soon, it is everyone for himself, trying to find a safe way to get to the top.
   The scouts are glad to have come to Philmont when they reach the peak. It seems that we can see for hundreds of miles in every direction, and probably can. Almost all of Philmont’s landmarks are there for us to see; Webster Lake, Deer Lake Mesa, Urraca Mesa, both Bear and Black Mountains, tent city, the training center, and of course, Baldy Mountain. Baldy looks a long way away from here, and it is; about seventeen miles as the crow flies. 

Excerpt from the Philmont Journal 1992

Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
Near the top of the Tooth of Time.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
The view from the Tooth Of Time.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
Standing near the top of the world.
Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
It was a great day to be on the Tooth.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
The group photo on the Tooth of Time.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
Looking back at where we have been.
Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
Our campsite at Tooth Ridge Camp.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
One of our last meals on the trail.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
A mother deer decided to pay us a visit.
Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
She was hesitant, but somewhat friendly.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
Keep in mind, this was a wild deer.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
A last look back at Tooth Ridge trail.
Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
We made it! Arriving back at base camp.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
A room viewed during a tour of the Villa Philmonte.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
Be sure to visit the Villa when you are at Philmont.
Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
This is the back staircase at the Villa.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
The last night at Philmont. The group together.		 Philmont Pictures 1992 - Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68
Our crew leader hands out the Philmont patches.

Mission Statement
Philmont Scout Ranch
The mission of the Philmont Scout Ranch is to achieve the purpose of The Boy Scouts of America and to serve local councils by providing an outstanding High Adventure, training or family experience to older Scouts, Scouters, and family members. 

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Note: Pictures are the property of Steve Borgerding, and may not be used without the written consent of Mr. Borgerding. Thank you.