[philmont] Vegetarians at Philmont

Hi Larry:

>From the Guidebook to Adventure, page 27, "Philmont trail food is by necessity a high-carbohydrate, high-caloric diet. It is high in wheat, milk products, sugar and corn syrup, and artificial coloring/flavoring, (lots of tree nuts and peanuts). If an individual is allergic to some food products or requires a special diet, suitable trail food must be purchased at home and brought to Philmont. Lightweight, non-perishable, low bulk foods are recommended for backpacking. Package each day's meals separately and write the person's name and Expedition Number on each package. Upon arrival at the ranch, give the food to your Ranger who will take it to Logistics. Arrangements will be made to transport it to the appropriate backcountry commissaries for your crew. There is no fee reduction for individuals who bring their own food."

Jim Van Hecke
Asst. Mgr. Camping Services
'04, '05, '06, '07
Philmont Scout Ranch
47 Caballo Rd.
Cimarron, NM 87714
jvh2099@aol.com

In a message dated 02/08/07 11:38:39 Mountain Standard Time, larry_sims_t1288@yahoo.com writes:
The "2006 Philmont Advisor's Guide" states on page 21, "Philmont asks that food substitutions be only for medical (including allergies) or religious reasons. If there is any question about food substitution, contact Philmont at (505-376-2281) or in writing." See also page 97 Appendix F, 2006 Philmont Trail Food Menu and Ingredients.

Thanks to Cooper Wright and Wally Feurtado (and all other contributors) for compiling this excellent advisor's reference.

How do youth and adults who have chosen to be vegetarians (not for religious or allergy reasons) handle their food requirements while at Philmont?

What does the Council and Unit Planning Guide have to say about this?

Wake up out there and let's have a thread!

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