Whites Peak Fire

A lightning-induced fire started just south of the Philmont Scout Ranch on 13 June 2013.  For safety, the southernmost sector of Philmont has been evacuated and many of the itineraries hiking through the southern part of the ranch have been reworked to the northern portion of the ranch.  See the image below for details on what areas are currently closed as of today (17 June).  Troop 94: Crew 2's itinerary (#10) should be unaffected as it is completely within the northern portion of the ranch.  Crew 1's itinerary (#24) starts in the portion of the ranch that is currently evacuated due to the fire.  I DO NOT KNOW if this restriction will persist through our arrival.  Get the latest information directly from Philmont here.  I have full confidence in the Philmont Scout Ranch to make appropriate decisions that will keep all participants safe and provide the best experience possible considering the current unavoidable natural circumstances.