The worksite experience is full of long, strenuous days requiring a great deal of physical effort. Participants are expected to work with great diligence as the trail that is being built is designed to last over 75 years and protect the beautiful landscape of Philmont Scout Ranch. Other than trail building techniques, Scouts will strengthen their leadership skills, learn advanced wilderness and low-impact camping skills, observe and participate in group wilderness safety, good judgement, and motivation activities, and receive special OA instruction. The project's mission is to maintain, reinforce, and enhance the purpose of the Order of the Arrow by using scout camping traditions. Participants are expected to use their experience to benefit their troop, chapter, lodge and council programs.
Camping is a method of Scouting that enhances and builds stronger programs and people.
Be a registered member of both the BSA and a local OA lodge. No exceptions can be made to these requirements. Selection for this program is voluntary and is both an honor and a privilege. Complete the enclosed application, have it approved by both you Scout Executive and Lodge Adviser, and receive parental permission if you are under age 18. The Order will notify you of acceptance by March 10.