Preparation for Double H and Philmont

[eagle54]

Just received info about Double H. They are still including this note ------------------------------

!!2004 Opening available!!

 There are still opening available for 2004 for Double H. If you know of any crews that would like to at trend, please have them contact Double H.

505 376-2281,

doubleh@philmontscoutranch.org.

What kind of preparation are you doing for going to Philmont and DoubleH.  We are also participating in a orientation completion in 2 weeks at Longhorn Council, Sid Richardson Scout Ranch.

What are you doing about - -

FIRST AID AND CPR REQUIRED

The Double H require that at least one person, preferably two, (either an advisor or a youth participant be currently certified in American Red Cross Standard First Aid or its equivalent* and CPR from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association or the equivalent*.  Several hours may be required for the Double H staff to reach a remote backcountry after a message is delivered or radio to nearest staffed camp.  First Aid and CPR training will result in proper and prompt attention being given to injuries and /or illnesses.  You must present current certification cards upon check in to verify this requirement.

*Equivalent training can include instruction by ambulance or fire department personnel, community colleges or other organizations.  You must have a letter indicating length of training, topics covered and participant roster.