Welcome to the Pathfinder club page.
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.
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).
Click here to access the online Pathfinder referral form.
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.
Club will not purchase or buy previously used staff/pathfinder uniforms.
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.
Click here for additional uniform information.
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: Quartermaster and Pathfinder Class Teachers.
Contact club leadership if you are interested in serving in this vital position.
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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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Pathfinder of the Year (2023): Sawyer Simpkins
Year-in-Review 2023:
Click here to view the year-in-review video for 2022/2023 club year.
Pathfinder Inductee's for 2024:
Calendar: 2024
Club Meeting Times: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Club Meeting #10: The meeting will be held on 17 Dec 2023 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 event (Kahoot).
Outreach Activity: The club will support the 1st Responder Cookie box event on 17 Dec 2023 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Clyde Marlin for details. Event and transportation forms will be needed for this event.
Pathfinder Sabbath: The club is participating in a Pathfinder Sabbath on 30 Dec 2023. This is a communion sabbath. 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. Serving elders will be MG Merilyn Christenson and MG Richard Wical.
Texico Conference Pathfinder Day: The club is supporting the Texico Conference Pathfinder Day by building Health & Hygiene boxes for the homeless (Joy Junction) on 6 Jan 2024 from 1:00 to 3;00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Event and transportation forms will be needed for this event.
Club Meeting #11: The meeting will be held on 7 Jan 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 Day, Uniform Inspection on a hanger (with PBE cords), and PBE Practice event (Kahoot).
Honor Activity: The club will be participating in a cold weather honor activity from 12-14 Jan 2024. This event will be conducted at the church as a "family" campout. Pathfinders can bring parents/siblings to this camping event. The club will focus on the following honor activities: Camp Cooking, Pathfinder Fair Events, and Spiritual Activities associated with the Camping Skills honors..
Club Meeting #12: The meeting will be held on 28 Jan 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 event (Kahoot).
IPC Planning Meeting - Part 2: Planning meeting after the Pathfinder club meeting to discuss activities, transportation, communications, pin trading honor, support team members, and menu preparation. Meeting will be held at the church on 28 Jan 2024. Meeting will start at 1:00 PM.
Area PBE Event: The NNM Area Coordinator will be hosting the 2024 Pathfinder Bible Experience (PBE) area event on 3 Feb 2024 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. 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 #13: The meeting will be held on 11 Feb 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 Sign Language (Part 1).
Fundraiser Preparation Activity: The Pathfinders will assemble the fundraiser gift baskets after club meeting on 11 Feb 2024. Lunch will be provided.
Pathfinder Fundraiser 2024: The club
Invites you to support the
Annual Club Fundraiser
This year’s fundraiser will consist of a:
Sweetheart Dinner / Auction / Family Feud
Join us for a night of fun.
Dinner will include a salad, entrée, drink, and dessert.
When: 17 February 2024 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 #14: The meeting will be held on 25 Feb 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 Pinewood Derby (Part 3) honors.
Club Meeting #15: The meeting will be held on 10 Mar 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, Sign Language, and Fair Event practice.
Club Meeting #16: The meeting will be held on 24 Mar 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, Sign Language, and Pinewood Derby (Part 4) honors.
Note: The annual club inspection 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.
Pathfinder Sabbath: The club is participating in a Pathfinder Sabbath on 30 Mar 2024. This is a communion sabbath. Pathfinders/Staff should wear their modified Class A uniform (without sash). The sermon will be provided by MG Richard Wical. Communion serving elders will be MG Abel Flores and MG Richard Wical.
Honor Activity: The club will participate in an stars observation on 31 Mar 2024 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM. This event will be hosted by Ray and Janet Van Why. Pathfinder Friends and Explorers must attend this event. All others are welcome to join in the fun of exploring the New Mexico night sky. Please wear a field uniform and appropriate clothing for cold weather.
Club Meeting #17: 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, Drilling & Marching, Sign Language, and Pinewood Derby honors.
Note: The annual club inspection alternate date 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.
Club Meeting #18: 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. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Drilling & Marching, Sign Language, 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 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.
Note: See church website calendar for details.
Staff Meeting:
7 Jan (P), 11 Feb (P), 10 Mar (P), 7 Apr (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).
Calendar: 2025
Coming soon!