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Cons Memes Cache
Season 7 Episode 19
Today I chat with the creator of the Instagram account "Cons Meme Cache." Some of you may follow this social media account - where common Philmont staff experiences are presented with humor and jest…
Published on 1 year, 8 months ago
Bob Brown
Season 7 Episode 18
Bob and I chat about recording Tobasco Donkeys album “Sawin On The Strings,” black mountain bog wars, PSA cavalcade, New Years at the Ranch, and more. A big thanks to Jeremy Spivey, Bob, his wife Va…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Michael Crockett
Season 7 Episode 17
Conservation veteran, Crockett joins the show to share his experience and expertise in trail and campsite infrastructure, installation, and sustainability at Philmont Scout Ranch.
Philmont Experienc…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Ben & Marilyn Vargas
Season 7 Episode 16
Between sips of coffee and contemplative grins - Ben and Marilyn Vargas share stories of love, dedication, and incredible hard work during their time living at Philmont Scout Ranch. As second parent…
Published on 1 year, 10 months ago
Katie & Mike Nyhart
Season 7 Episode 15
Today we celebrate not only amazing Philmont friendships, but also the relationships that summit the highest peak of life - that of love and commitment. Mike and Katie Nyhart share their story, which…
Published on 1 year, 10 months ago
Chris and Anna Holloway
Season 7 Episode 14
Father-daughter duo, discusses the generational similarities and differences of working as Wranglers in the Philmont Ranch Department. Chris began on seasonal staff in 1990, and Anna in 2023. They e…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Roger Hoyt
Season 7 Episode 13
Current General Manager of Philmont Scout Ranch, Roger Hoyt, joins the show. We discuss everything from operational aspects of the ranch to strategic goals for the Ute Park burn scar and the 2024 su…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Part I - Of Trails and Streams
Season 7 Episode 11
Follow along as we hike from Hunting Lodge to Cypher’s mine by way of the Middle Fork Trail. Our crew of three - Cormac, Dave, and I - banter as we pause along the stream, discussing Philmont past, p…
Published on 2 years ago
Part II - Of Muses and Mines
Season 7 Episode 12
Dinner is over and we help clean dishes as the evening itinerary read out begins. A thunderstorm rolls, lanterns are lit, and the staff take pause to enjoy the satisfaction of a day’s work done. We …
Published on 2 years ago
Barry Bary - Advisors of Philmont IV
Season 7 Episode 10
Wrapping up our Advisors of Philmont mini-series with Barry Bray. Barry has been on numerous treks, and has participated in PTC programs. Today he focuses the conversation on the three Cavalcades he…
Published on 2 years ago