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Not unusual for scouts to spend a night at Whittington Center on the way to Philmont. Black bears common @ Whittington center but no major issues in my stays there. My brother was a trek leader @ Philmont for two years. Black bears are no problem if you follow instructions, no worries about griz. I recall a letter he sent home in which he mentioned a lightning strike where three persons were injured, but not seriously. Seemed odd that lightning was more of a danger than bears, but there you are.
Museum is nice, Art. A bit small but a good start. Some very interesting stories on the displays. New gift shop is quite good as well. Small but excellent book selection.