This summer we're taking a crew of scouts (14-18 year old boys) to Philmont Scout Ranch, and spending the night in Amarillo on the way. Can anyone recommend a good place "with character" for dinner and a place for breakfast? They enjoyed the Texas Roadhouse last time, but I'm looking for something other than the chains. They've already voted for Joes' Crab Shack on the way back for their "victory" dinner.

The Big Texan is an obvious choice, but I don't feel like spending $15 for a chicken fried steak.

do you have a place to stay? my old troop has there own building with kitchen, showers, etc, and they let troops that are passing through stay there.

Come down to Canyon and eat at Feldman's. Best Mexican food: Tacos Garcia.

You should call the Kwahadis and go see one of their summer shows. They dance a lot during the summers. kwahadi.com It is a Scout venture troop and they're very good. It is a really cool facility and the dancers are great. If you're going to Philmont, the Kwahadis usually dance on Mondays at camp. But their shows at the Kiva are better.

I'd recommend Pizza Planet for straight up good pizza. If you're coming through on I-40, hit the Red River Steakhouse in McLean for their catfish. Giles (between Clarendon & Memphis on 287) also had great catfish. I'm not sure they're operating anymore.

[This message has been edited by Lekner XII (edited 3/20/2007 1:24p).]

Tony, we usually stay at a motel, but I'd like to pass the information on to the troop to consider - do you have cost information and a contact?

Hey, Scout, you can stay at the Kiva. Their contact info is on the website and they LOVE to have Scout troops. I think you'd need to talk to Charles, or maybe Janet.

[This message has been edited by Lekner XII (edited 3/20/2007 4:21p).]

for troop 80's place to stay

T80EAGLE1996@prodigy.net

Second troop 80. Lots of room, showers, and friendly people.

here is 80's website

http://www.eightyscouts.org/

Thanks, guys. I remember now who Troop 80 is. Their reputation preceeds them, and is a great one. Those of you who were members are blessed to have had some great opportunities available to you.

http://www.kwahadi.com/hostel.htm

The Kwahadi Kiva Indian Museum is owned and operated by Kwahadi Heritage, Inc., a 501(c)3, non-profit public foundation. Kwahadi Heritage also sponsors Venture Crew 9, The Kwahadi Dancers. No boy or leader receives any pay. Over 100 volunteers assist with the museum and performances! All proceeds go to support the center and its programs for the public.

Over 4000 Scouts have stayed at the Kiva since we opened the Kiva June 12, 2004!

For lodging reservations for your group, call or email Charles Ritchie:

charles.ritchie@amaisd.org Ofc. 806-326-1335 Hm: 353-1505, cell 654-4890

Please title your email request with unit, town, # people, and date: “Tr 414, Atlanta, GA, 44, July 17”


Youth Hostel Information, 2007 - Our Fourth Year!

We will be happy to host your group at the Kwahadi Kiva! Lodging is available on first come/space available basis. Just complete the reservation information on the form below. The air-conditioned Kiva has 3 ladies’ showers, 5 showers for boys, 1 adult male shower, and indoor sleeping areas. Sleeping is on the floor, so bring your own bedding.

Overnight lodging $3.50

Hardy Breakfast Buffet $7.00 (for troops or combined troops with 25 or more people.

Includes scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, biscuits & gravy and choice of coffee, orange juice, or milk).

CanyonAg, have you been to the Kiva?

No, I have no connection, I just found the web site and though it might me helpful.