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A Scout's Sabbath

Published: Saturday, July 11, 2009 12:06 a.m. MDT
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CIMARON, N.M. — On two occasions each year, Mormon stake leaders from across the United States gather and form a temporary yet remarkable ward under eastern New Mexico's vast turquoise sky.

These men come together here for the annual LDS Scouting Leadership Conference at the Philmont Scout Ranch. Their typical days at conference are filled with intensive training focused on building strong Aaronic Priesthood holders through the Scouting program.

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