Welcome to the Pathfinder club page.
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Area Level PBE event (Feb 2024) in ABQ, NM (1st Place).
Pathfinder Inductee's for 2024:
Pathfinder of the Year (2024): TBD
Year-in-Review 2024:
Click here to view the year-in-review video for 2023/2024 club year.
Do you have a friend interested in Pathfinders?
Click here to access the online Pathfinder referral form.
Pathfinder Registration:
Early Pathfinder Registration for the 2024/2025 club year will begin on 18/19 May 2024.
Parents can access registration forms here.
If you have any questions, contact Richard Wical (Director) or Jim Wilson (Deputy Director).
Inlow Baptist Camp:
The Texico Conference Pathfinder Fair is held at the end of each club year. This is a mandatory event for all club pathfinders. All staff and pathfinders must complete camp registration before attending this event.
Click here to download the Inlow Baptist Camp registration forms:
Dues: There are dues for club membership. Details will be provided during registration.
Uniforms: Click link to view additional information about uniforms.
Click below links to view 2016 Update to uniform chart:
Uniform Shirt - Patches/Ribbons/Pins
Uniform Sleeves - Patches/Billet Stripe/Stars-Chevrons
Uniforms are owned by the individual person. Club will provide uniform patches/badges on initial issue only.
Note: Club will not purchase or buy previously used staff/pathfinder uniforms.
Click here for additional uniform information.
Note: There are some uniform tops in the Pathfinders’ closet that new pathfinders and staff can purchase at a discount. The club will help with those who are having financial burden in purchasing the class A uniform.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Opportunities to volunteer throughout this year are also available. If you are interested in volunteering your time, please let us know. More information can be provided if you are interested.
Needed:
Counselors
- Group Leaders - Responsible for Investiture Program instruction)
- Counselors - Responsible for spiritual development of Pathfinders
- Instructors - Responsible for honor activities
- Quartermaster - Responsible for care and feeding of the club.
Contact club leadership if you are interested in serving in any of these vital positions.
Not sure if you want to get involved or join Pathfinders, click here to watch a short video.
Want more information, click here to view the Pathfinder About page.
Staff Reimbursement:
All supplies and equipment are reimbursable through the established club reimbursement process.
Contact the club treasurer for details.
Staff can access the reimbursement form here.
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Calendar: 2025
Note: The 2025club year runs from Apr 2024 to Mar 2025.
Club Meeting Times: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Club Meeting #1: The meeting will be held on 7 Apr 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Club T-shirt Inventory and , and Pinewood Derby (Practice Race) honors.
Outreach Activity: The club will support the Church Work Bee on 14 Apr 2024 from 9:00 to 1:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Clyde Marlin for details.
Club Meeting #2: The meeting will be held on 21 Apr 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities.
Note: The annual 2024 club inspection is scheduled for this meeting. If needed, Pathfinders will report in their class A uniform and change into their field uniform for the rest of the club meeting.
Activities will focus on investiture group work, Drones (Final Flight) and Fair Event practice.
Note: All Pathfinder journals will be turned into their group leaders for evaluation.
Pathfinder Document Close-out: All Pathfinder journals will be turned into the club director as part of the end-of-year document close-out on 24 Apr 2024.
Master Guide Advisory Committee 2024: The senior leaders will assemble on 26 Apr 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM to review all pathfinder journals for investiture consideration. MG Richard Wical, MG Kaylin Clark, MG Abel Flores, and MG Merilyn Christianson are the committee members. All Group leaders and counselors must attend to support the Pathfinder journal reviews.
Texico Conference Pathfinder Fair 2025: This is a mandatory club event by the conference. Pathfinders and staff will participate in a club parade, drill competition, and good Christian fellowship from 3-5 May 2024 at Inlow Baptist Camp. Pathfinders and staff will be required to bring Class A and field uniforms for this event. Details to follow.
Dress Rehearsal - PF Investiture Ceremony: The club will meet at the church on 17 May 2024 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM to conduct a dress rehearsal for the PF Investiture ceremony. Staff/Pathfinders wear field uniform.
Investiture Ceremony: The club will be conducting the Investiture ceremony on 18 May 2024 in the sanctuary. The ceremony will start at 1:00 PM for all eligible pathfinders will receive their investiture program awards. The Pathfinder of the Year will be announced and staff/parents/pathfinders recognized for their achievements during the 2024 club year. Class A uniform is required for all staff and pathfinders.
Family Picnic and Pinewood Derby Races: The club will be hosting a family picnic in conjunction with its first ever Pinewood Derby races on 8 May 2024 (right after the Investiture Ceremony ) in the fellowship hall. Pathfinders can change into their field uniform for this activity. There will fun activities for all ages as the club closes out the 2024 club year. Hope to see you all there!
Pathfinder Club Registration and IPC registration 2025: The club will be holding its initial registration event for the 2025 year in the fellowship hall. Registration will be held from 5:00 to 6:00 PM on 18 May 2024. Registration will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 AM on 19 May 2024. Parents are encouraged to download all registration forms from the website and bring with them to the registration. Blank forms will be available at the event. Any pathfinder who wishes to participate in the IPC must register. Pathfinders who are eligible for the 2025 club year are eligible to register for IPC. Club year 2025 Pathfinder must be at least 10 years old and in the 5th grade of school. Questions, contact club directors.
Staff Training (Online): There will be a virtual staff meeting on 1-2 Jun 2024 via ZOOM. A meeting invitation will be sent via separate email closer to the event date.
All Pathfinder staff must have completed their Adventist Risk background check and attend Basic Pathfinder staff training prior to working as a staff member for the club. Any staff member who has not received their "Basic Pathfinder Staff " certification will be able to complete this training online at:
https://www.adventistlearningcommunity.com/courses/nad-pathfinder-basic-staff-training
The purpose of this course is to provide online training for all new Pathfinder staff and those thinking of working with Pathfinders. This certification is intended to provide basic information about the purpose, structure and ministry of Pathfinders to individuals who are just starting out in Pathfinder ministry and have little or no prior experience with the program. It is highly recommended that this certification is earned before they begin their participation in Pathfinder ministry, although not required.
New Staff Training 2025: All new and current staff members are required to attend this training. staff training will be held on 12 Jun 2024 via ZOOM from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Meeting will be sent via separate email close to event date.
Final International Pathfinder Camporee (IPC) Planning Meeting: The will conduct its final IPC planning meeting on 9 June 2024 via ZOOM from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. All plans will be finalized to support this long planned activity.
Financial Closeout for 2024: All staff must have their reimbursement requests for the 2024 club year submitted to the treasurer NLT 16 Jun 2024.
Note: Any 2024 requests received after this date will not be processed for payment.
Pathfinder Sabbath: The club is participating in a Pathfinder Sabbath on 29 June 2024. This is a communion sabbath. Pathfinders/Staff should wear their modified Class A uniform (without sash). The sermonette will be provided by MG Richard Wical.
IPC Campsite Setup (Practice): The club will be conducting a practice camp site setup on 30 Jun 2024 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Lunch will be provided by the club. Pathfinders registered to attend the IPC must attend this event. Questions, contact Steve Conyne, Jim Wilson, or Richard Wical.
Club Ministries Leadership Convention: The conference is hosting a Pathfinder leadership convention from 5-7 Jul 2024 in ABQ, NM. Location is to be determined. All Pathfinder leaders and staff are encouraged to attend. Class A uniform is required for this event.
Club Meeting #3: The meeting will be held on 14 Jul 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Puppetry - Part 1, Pin Trading, and Decoupage - Part 1.
Club Meeting #4: The meeting will be held on 28 July 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Knot Tying and Drilling & Marching practice.
Honor Activity: The club will participate an honors swimming activity (BWS, BS, BS-A, IS, CWS, and Swimming) on 21 July 2024 from 12:00 to 3:00 PM. This event will be conducted at the Kirtland Air Force Base Aquatic facility. Please wear appropriate swim attire.
Outreach Activity: The club will support a community trash clean-up on 28 Jul 2024 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Clyde Marlin for details.
International Pathfinder Camporee: The club will be participating from 5-11 Aug 2024. Detailed information will be posted as the departure date gets closer. The club honor for this camporee is "Pin Trading". Pathfinders must collect a pin from at least five different Pathfinders to complete this honor. All camporee information is here:
Club Meeting #5: The meeting will be held on 25 Aug 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Knot Tying and Bible Marking - Part 1.
Honor Activity: The club will be participating in a "Water Sports" event at Navajo Lake at Doug Patterson's lake house. This event is scheduled with a 16 Aug arrival at the lake. Sabbath and Water activities Part 1 (Water Skiing and Wakeboarding) on 17 Aug. Water Activities Part 2 (Powerboats and Kayaking), pack-up and depart on 18 Aug 2024.
Pathfinder Sabbath: The club is participating in a Pathfinder Sabbath on 31 Aug 2024. Pathfinders/Staff should wear their modified Class A uniform (without sash). Children's Story will be presented by the Pathfinder Puppet Troupe. The sermon will be provided by MG Richard Wical.
Club Meeting #6: The meeting will be held on 15 Sep 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Drilling and Marching and Decoupage - Part 2.
World Pathfinder Day: The club is participating in a World Pathfinder Day on 21 Sep 2024. Pathfinders/Staff should wear their modified Class A uniform (without sash) and bring anyone they know who might be interested in joining the club. The sermon will be provided by MG Richard Wical.
Club Meeting #7: The meeting will be held on 29 Sep 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Knot Tying and Bible Marking - Part 2.
Outreach Activity: The club will support the Church Work Bee on 6 Oct 2024 from 9:00 to 1:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Clyde Marlin for details.
Pathfinder Induction Rehearsal: There will be an induction ceremony rehearsal on 11 Oct 2024 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities.
Pathfinder Induction Ceremony: The Induction ceremony will be held after church on 12 Oct 2024 starting at 1:00 PM. Pathfinders and staff will be required to wear Class A uniform for this event.
Club Meeting #8: The meeting will be held on 13 Oct 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Camping Skills and PBE Practice 1.
Club Meeting #9: The meeting will be held on 27 Oct 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Knife/Hatchet Safety and PBE Practice 2.
Club Meeting #10: The meeting will be held on 3 Nov 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Drilling & Marching and PBE Practice 3.
Outreach Activity: The club will support the Food Box activity on 3 Nov 2024 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Clyde Marlin for details.
Pathfinder Veteran Recognition Ceremony: The club will participate in a parade of service flags and veteran recognition ceremony on 9 Nov 2024. This event will take place right after Sabbath School and just before the main worship service in the Sanctuary. (approximate start is 10:35 AM) Pathfinders will wear modified class A uniform (no sash) for this event. All veterans in the church are encouraged to attend this special event to be recognized for their service to our country.
Club Meeting #11: The meeting will be held on 17 Nov 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Fire Safety and PBE Practice 4.
Outreach Activity: The club will support the Christmas Shoe Box activity on 17 Nov 2024 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Clyde Marlin for details.
Pathfinder Sabbath: The club is participating in a Pathfinder Sabbath on 30 Nov 2024. Pathfinders/Staff should wear their modified Class A uniform (without sash). Children's Story will be presented by the Pathfinder Puppet Troupe. The sermon will be provided by MG Richard Wical.
Club Meeting #12: The meeting will be held on 1 Dec 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, First Aid Safety Fair, Uniform Inspection (Class A with PBE Cord on a hanger), and PBE Practice 5.
Club Meeting #13: The meeting will be held on 15 Dec 2024 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Knot Tying, and PBE Practice 6.
Outreach Activity: The club will support the 1st Responder Cookie Box activity on 15 Dec 2024 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Clyde Marlin for details.
Club Meeting #14: The meeting will be held on 12 Jan 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Letter Boxing Part 1, and Drilling and Marching
Winter Camping: The club will be spending a few days in great outdoors learning winter camping skills and winter hiking. This event will be held from 19 Jan 2025 in the vicinity of the (Santa Fe). Honor activities will focus on: Letter Boxing, Camp Cooking, Cross-country skiing, and Winter Camping.
Club Meeting #15: The meeting will be held on 26 Jan 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Knot Tying, and Decoupage Part 3
Outreach Activity: The club will support the Health & Hygiene Kit activity in support of Joy Junction on 26 Jan 2025 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Clyde Marlin for details.
Area PBE Event: The NNM Area Coordinator will be hosting the 2024 Pathfinder Bible Experience (PBE) area event on 1 Feb 2024 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at the Rio Grande SDA church, ABQ, NM. Pathfinder/staff will wear their class A uniform with PBE cords. This is a mandatory event for PBE team members, coaches, and leaders.
Club Meeting #16: The meeting will be held on 9 Feb 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Fair Event Practice, and Bible Marking Part 3
Pathfinder Fundraiser 2025: The club
Invites you to support the
Annual Club Fundraiser
This year’s fundraiser will consist of a:
Dinner / Auction / Pathfinder Family Feud
Join us for a night of fun.
Dinner will include a salad, entrée, drink, and dessert.
When: 16 February 2025 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM
Where: Albuquerque Central Seventh-day Adventist Church
Money collected will support the club and participation in the international camporee in 2024.
The event is open to all who want to support this great ministry.
For more information, contact:
Richard Wical, Jim Wilson, or Kaylin Clark
Club Meeting #17: The meeting will be held on 23 Feb 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Drilling & Marching, and Heart & Circulation Part 1
Note: The annual 2025 club inspection (Primary) is scheduled for this meeting. Pathfinders will report in their class A uniform and change into their field uniform for the rest of the club meeting.
Conference PBE Event: The Texico Conference will be hosting the 2024 Pathfinder Bible Experience (PBE) conference event on 1 Mar 2024 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at the Rio Grande SDA church, ABQ, NM. Pathfinder/staff will wear their class A uniform with PBE cords. This is a mandatory event for PBE team members, coaches, and leaders.
Club Meeting #18: The meeting will be held on 9 Mar 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Drilling & Marching, and Heart & Circulation Part 2
Club Meeting #19: The meeting will be held on 23 Mar 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Heart & Circulation Part 3, and Fair Event Practice
Note: The annual 2025 club inspection (Alternate) is scheduled for this meeting. If needed, Pathfinders will report in their class A uniform and change into their field uniform for the rest of the club meeting.
Note: All Pathfinder journals will be turned into their group leaders for evaluation.
Pathfinder Document Close-out: All Pathfinder journals will be turned into the club director as part of the end-of-year document close-out on 26 Mar 2024.
Master Guide Advisory Committee 2024: The senior leaders will assemble on 28 Mar 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM to review all pathfinder journals for investiture consideration. MG Richard Wical, MG Kaylin Clark, MG Abel Flores, and MG Merilyn Christianson are the committee members. All Group leaders and counselors must attend to support the Pathfinder journal reviews.
Pathfinder Sabbath: The club is participating in a Pathfinder Sabbath on 29 Mar 2025. Pathfinders/Staff should wear their modified Class A uniform (without sash). Children's Story will be presented by the Pathfinder Puppet Troupe. The sermon will be provided by MG Richard Wical.
Staff Meeting:
4/7/24 (P), 5/5/24 (P), 6/1/24 (V), 7/12/24 (V), 8/11/24 (P), 9/8/24 (P), 10/13/24 (P), 11/8/24 (V),
12/1/24 (P), 1/5/25 (P), 2/9/25 (P), 3/9/25 (P)
Note: (V) stands for Virtual meetings using video chat application, (P) stands for Physical meeting at the church, (H) stands for hybrid (both physical and virtual).
Note: See church website calendar for details.