Fri · Jun 19 · Philmont Day 4
Head of Dean
Trail Day 3: Head of DeanStaffed
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What to expect
Transition day — the Ranger is done, the crew is on its own. Head of Dean's challenge course is today's program. The bigger test is whether you run the afternoon like the capable crew you are.
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Trail metrics
4 mi
DISTANCE
9,300
CAMP ELEV (FT)
+1,440
GAIN (FT)
−1,150
LOSS (FT)
Cumulative · 11.8 mi · +5,080 / −3,660 ft
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Day schedule
4:30 AM
WAKE
5:30 AM
ON TRAIL
5:41 AM
SUNRISE
8:20 PM
SUNSET
First Light: 5:11 AMDark: 8:51 PM
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Elevation profile
Elevation profile
8474 – 8757 ft · 3.3 mi
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Day At A Glance
Activities
- ▸Hike to Head of Dean
Scheduled Programs
- ▸Challenge Course Program — team problem-solving, initiative games, communication, and trust-building
Opportunities
- ▸Advisor coffee if available and timing allows
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Meals
Breakfast · B9Pepperoni Bites, Original Instant Oatmeal Plain, Pop Tarts Frosted Strawberry Crunchy Poppers, Kashi Chewy Granola Bar, Banana Chips, Sqwincher Watermelon Drink Mix
Lunch · L9Fire Roasted Tomato Triscuit Crackers, Zesty Lemon Pasta and Beans with Tuna, Pink Lemonade Energy Chews, Cheez-its, Energizer Trail Mix
Dinner · D9Creamy Tomato Pasta with Chicken, Jalapeño Pretzel Pieces, Cinnamon Graham Goldfish
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Crew notes
- ▸Once the Ranger leaves, we are a self-sufficient crew. Everyone owns their role and duties.
- ▸This is a likely Storming day — tired people, early chores, new systems, and leadership pressure. Stay steady.
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Crew leader notes
Watch for
- ▸Crew treating Ranger departure as freedom from standards
- ▸Camp duties are still feeling new for the first solo night
Crew leader focus
Crew Leader takes over as trek lead after Ranger release. Use challenge course to build trust and communication in your crew. Short evening debrief.
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Map
Route map
350 points · 3.3 mi
36.5910, -105.119736.6101, -105.0929