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 Table of Contents

Section 1: Conference Welcome/Philosophy/Organization

Welcome: Letter from Conference Director…………………………….……….…………..……5
Welcome: Letter from State Directors……………………………..…………………….…………5
Philosophy & Objectives…………………...………………………………………..….....….……..6-7
Logo..…………………………………………………………………………….…….…….…...…...8
How We are Organized…….…………………………………………………………….….……....9-10
Contact Info (Office & Volunteer Support Team) ......…………………………….…….……..…11
Online Store Info & FAQ……………………………………..………………….……………….…12-13

Section 2: Local Club Organization/ Requirements

Club Administration………………………………………………………………………………....15-16
How to Start the New Club / New Pathfinder Year………………………………………....…...17-18
PAD Calendar 2023- 2024 ..……………………………………………………..……....….….…19
Event Flyers (Leadership Convention, Blaze, Area Council, Red Zone).…………..……….. 20-22
Adventist Screening Verification (Administrator and Accounts)………………..……….……. 23-24
Level 2 Administrator / Administrador Nivel 2……………………………………………………25
Risk Management (Safety Procedures, Fire Drills, etc.)…………………...…….…………….26-30
Pathfinder Insurance.………………………………………………………………….……..….…31-32
Driver Questionnaire Form / Information………………………………………...……………….33-34
Travel Checklist…………………………………………………………………………...………...35
Rental Insurance Request Form……………………………………………..………….….……..36
12-15 Passenger Vans/Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection Form………………………………...……37
Trip/Off-site Activity Planning Checklist………………………………………….…………...…..37
Onsite / Offsite Activities Guidelines……………………………………...……....………………38
Fire Safety Procedure / Fire Safety...…………….……………………………….………………39
Adventist Youth Ministries Training (AYMT)………………………………..…..………...……...40

Section 3: Local Club Registration Packet

YMMS Medical Consent Form…………………………...………………………………………..42
Pathfinder Membership Application….……………………………….…...………….…………..43
Medical Consent Form………………………………………………………………...……...……44-45
Code of Conduct and Participation Agreement……………………….….….….……………….46
Basic Pathfinder Meeting Outline Suggestions……………….……………….…..………..…...47
Campout Packing Checklist……………………………………………….………...…….……….48
Pathfinder Camping Code……………………………………...……………………………….….49
Uniform Regulations/Director Contact Info…………………….………………….……………...50
Uniform Checklist………………………………………………………………….…………..…….51-54

Section 4: Club of the Year (COY)

Club of the Year Guidelines…………………………………………...……………………..…..…56
Rationale for Conference Activities………………………………...……………….....…..…..….57
Registering Your Club with the Conference ………………………..………………….……...…58
Club Evaluation Form……………………………………………...………………………..…..…..59
Basic Drill Evaluation Form……………………..………………………………………..….….…..60
Share Your Faith…………………………………………………………………………..….………61-63
Pathfinder of the Year…...………………………………………….…….…………...……….…....64-71

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Section 5: Drill/Drum
Drill Overview…….……………………………………………………………….……………....…..73
Basic Drill Overview……………...……………………………………………………….…….....…74
Basic Drill Evaluation Form…………………………..………………..………….………..….…….75
Precision Drill - Overview……...…….………………………..………………………..……………76
Precision Drill - Things you need to know …………………………………...…..………………..77
Precision Drill - Competition Judging Standards …..…………………………….…………..…...78-79
Precision Drill - Required Commands ..…..………………….……….…..……………….……….80
Precision Drill - Note to Drill & Marching Program Directors ……....…………………………….81
Precision Drill - Performance Evaluation …..…………………………..…………...……………...82
Precision Drill - Uniform Inspection …………….……....………………………...…………………83
Precision Drill - Ribbon Bar Award Overview ………….………..……..……...…………………...84
Precision Drill - Bar Approval for Purchase Form ………….………………………...…...............85
Precision Drill - Explanation of Commands ………..…………………………………....………….86-87
FreeStyle Drill - Overview ….…………………………………………………………………………88-89
FreeStyle Drill Required Basic Commands ……...………………………………..……................90
FreeStyle Performance Evaluation ...……………………………..………………..…...…………..91
Drum Corps Overview ……………………………………...…………………………….…………..92-95
Drum Corps Things to Know ……………….…………………………………………..…………....96
Drum Corps Registration ……...……………………………………………………..……...............97
Drum Corps Evaluation ……………..…………..……………………………………..……………..98
Drum Corps Ribbon Bar Overview ……………...……………………………………..…………....99
Drum Corps Ribbon Bar Purchase Form ………………………....………………………………..100

Section 6: Florida Conference Special Club Programs

Induction ……………...………….……………………………………………………….……………102-108
Pathfinder Sabbath ……………..…………………………………….……………………...............109-110
Baptism Recognition …………....………………………………………………….…………………111-112
Investiture ……....……………………………………………………………..……….……………....113-114
Pathfinder Bible Experience Overview …………….……………………………...………………...115
PBE Information, Books & Locations ...…………..………………………………………………….116
Good Conduct Bar ………….………..………………………………………………………………..117
Updated Ribbon Bars ……………...………………………………………………………………....118
Submitting A New Pathfinder Honor …………………...…………………………………………...119-120
Evaluation for A New Pathfinder Honor ………….……...…..…………………..…..…………..…121

Section 7: Florida Levels/TLT/Master Guide

Pioneer Requirements ………….…………………………………………………………………….123-125
Advanced Pioneer Requirements ………....…………………………………………….…………..126
Navigator Requirements …...…………………………………………………..…………...………..127-129
Advanced Navigator Requirements ………………..…..…………………………………..……….130
TLT Overview ……….……………...…………………………………………………..……………..131
TLT Uniform Accessories ………………..…………………………………………………………..132
Master Guide Overview …………………...……………………………………………………...….133
Master Guide Resources/Reading List …………...……………………………………….……….134-135

Section 8: Appendix
Statement of History and Purpose ……….………………………………………….………………137-138

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 Section 1
Conference Welcome/Philosophy/Organization

Letter from Conference Director………………………………………….……5

Letter from State Directors……………………………..……..…………..……5
Philosophy & Objectives…………………...………………………………..….6-7
Logo..…………………………………………………………………….…...…..8
How We are Organized…….……………………………………..…….……...9-10
Contact Info (Office & Volunteer Support Team) .....………………….…..…11
Online Store Info & FAQ………………………………………………….….…12-13

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 Welcome
Letter from Conference Director
(PDF - Click Here)

Welcome video from Pedro Perez

Letter from State Director

(PDF - Click Here)

Welcome video from Calvin Brooks

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 Philosophy and Objectives
As found in the NAD Pathfinder Staff Manual

Pathfinder Philosophy
Training and saving young people is one of the most important missions of the Seventh-day
Adventist Church. Scientists tell us that children’s brain patterns are formed by the time they
reach twelve years
of age. This means that during their early, formative years, it is crucial that they are taught good
habits. Centuries ago, the Scriptures recorded: “Bring up a child in the way he should go, and
when he is old he will not depart from it” Proverbs 22:6. This is more than a cliché— it is now a
proven fact.

The church must accept an increased responsibility in influencing the child for Christ because of
the breakdown of social structures. Within the Adventist church, the divorce rate is no different
from the general public. In one out of every five Adventist homes, the spouse is not Adventist.
This means that often in those families, there is only one parent to provide the encouragement
and incentive needed to lead the children to Christ. Even in two-parent homes, both parents
often work away from home, spending little time with the children. This reduces the
effectiveness of the influence and adds to the responsibilities of the church.

Only about 40% of Adventist children in grades 1-8 are attending church school, and in some
conferences, the percentage is less. The church is challenged to nurture these children from the
Adventist home who are attending public school. Pathfindering has the potential to meet their
needs.

Pathfinder Objectives
The Pathfinder Club, a church-centered recreational-spiritual program, is designed for boys and
girls, grades 5-12 (NAD is only grades 5-10). The program offers action, adventure, challenge,
and group activities that produce team spirit and loyalty to the church.

One of the Pathfinder Clubs’ basic purposes is to fulfill the Elijah message of Malachi in which
the “hearts of the parents are turned toward their children and the hearts of the children are
turned to their parents.” As parents and church members work, worship, and play together with
the Pathfinders, the so-called generation gap disappears in a bond of common experience.
Children learn best by example, and the whole Pathfinder philosophy is built on this idea. It is
important that spiritually committed, dedicated leaders of high principles are chosen to work with
the Pathfinders.

The Seventh-day Adventist Church's ideals and objectives must be made attractive through an
activity program that appeals to this restless age. So much of the Pathfinder Club program is
physical action. The Pathfinder Club provides a key step in the educational program of the
church. It provides the opportunity to take children out of a classroom setting into an outdoor
adventure.

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Pathfinder Objectives Requirements for Leaders:

Letter (PDF - Click Here)

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 Official Logos

Pathfinder Logo

This is the official NAD Pathfinder logo.

To access the free source, downloadable, logo, from the NAD to be used in T-shirts and
other branded materials please Click Here. Additional visual content is also available for
download at this link.

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 How We Are Organized

Florida Conference has a separate Pathfinder and Adventurer Department and a separate
Youth/Young Adult/Adventist Campus Ministries Department.

This document is to clarify the scope of the Pathfinder and Adventurer Department.

MISSION: To Train, Equip, and Deploy An Army of Young People. - Click Here for Video

PATHFINDER Ministry is a child/teen ministry created to help children grow and develop
as Christians, and socially responsible young people in Grades 5-10 for North America and
Grades 5-12 in Florida.

ADVENTURER Ministry is a family ministry designed to help families raise their children in
Grades Pre-K-4.

CONFERENCE DIRECTOR: Florida Conference has ONE Pathfinder and Adventurer

Director and ONE Associate Pathfinder and Adventurer Director. Both live in the Greater
Orlando area and serve the needs of all Clubs/churches.

CONFERENCE DIRECTOR/ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY: Oversee

Pathfinder and Adventurer Ministries in order to serve the pastors, leaders, families, and
churches of Pathfinder and Adventurer Ministries in Florida Conference.

STATE ADMINISTRATORS: Florida Conference has a State Pathfinder Administrator and

a State Adventurer Administrator. This is a volunteer position. They serve as assistants to
the Director/Associate Director and the team of volunteers listed below.

AREAS: Florida Conference is divided into four (4) AREAS: North, Central, West, and
South.

AREA ADMINISTRATOR: Each Ministry (Path/Adv) has an AREA ADMINISTRATOR, a

volunteer that works closely with the Director/Associate Director to coordinate Pathfinder or
Adventurer ministry in their AREA.

ZONES: Two of the AREA are subdivided into ZONES and are referred to as Zone A, B, C,
D. There are six Zones at this time (2-Central; 4-South). North Area and West Area are not
subdivided into Zones at this time.

ZONE ADMINISTRATORS: Work with Cluster Coordinators to encourage and support their
team of Coordinators.

CLUSTERS: Each ZONE is subdivided into CLUSTERS and are referred to as Cluster 1, 2,
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. There are 23 Clusters at this time (4-North; 7-Central; 3-West; 9-South).

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CLUSTER COORDINATORS: Cluster Coordinators are assigned to a grouping of
approximately 7-15 churches in geographical proximity to one another.

PURPOSE OF CLUSTER COORDINATOR: Cluster Coordinators serve as the link between

Florida Conference Pathfinder and Adventurer Department (PAD) AND local churches to
serve the leaders/pastors through their presence, sharing information, support, training, and
keeping the Pathfinder and Adventurer Department aware of local needs. Please see the full
description below.

CLUSTER TEAM: Ideally each Cluster will have two Cluster Coordinators: one for
Pathfinders, and one for
Adventurers.

We are continually working on building our team of Coordinators for Pathfinder and
Adventurer Ministries.

OFFICIALLY APPOINTED VOLUNTEERS: The Pathfinder/Adventurer Committee (PAC),

State Administrators, Area Administrators, Zone Administrators, Cluster Coordinators are
referred to as Officially Appointed Volunteers (OAV’s) (SEE APPENDIX A) and officially
represent the FL Conference Pathfinder and Adventurer Department. They are part of our
team and represent us in the churches/activities around the conference.

HOW TO BECOME AN OFFICIALLY APPOINTED VOLUNTEER:

To be considered as a Cluster Coordinator (Role Description) or Zone Administrator (Role
Description) in either Pathfinders or Adventurers, the individual must submit a Ministry
RESUME to the FL Conference Pathfinder and Adventurer Department
([email protected]). The Pathfinder and Adventurer Director/Associate
Director will do a reference check and/or pastoral check for approval. The leader will be
officially appointed after following a process to do our best to ensure we bring the
best-qualified individuals on board. The individual must also complete the Adventist
Screening Verification training and be cleared to begin their term as a volunteer leader. In
addition, we have implemented an onboarding process for each new volunteer.

We are doing our best to be sensitive to local churches/pastors as we recruit individuals to

serve in a wider sphere than in their local church. Just as the local church is dependent on
volunteers, so is the Pathfinder and Adventurer Department. We all need solid, volunteer
leadership. May God help us as we endeavor to raise up a generation of leaders to bless
churches and Pathfinder and Adventurer ministries.

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 Contact Info
Office & Volunteer Support Team
We have a Support Team of Volunteers called Officially Appointed Volunteers. In order
to find the ones that serve our local Club please follow the instructions below:

1) Click on this Google Doc for the latest and most updated contact info.
2) Take a look at the tabs at the bottom; they will help you navigate from one page to another.
3) After the Office Contact Info, you will see the following:
a) PAC: Support team that serves the state within various ministries and events within the
Pathfinder and Adventurers Department. We welcome you to contact these volunteers
with
any specific questions you may have regarding their ministries.
b) Areas (North, Central, West, South) - These are your local support teams.
i) You will first need to identify which Area, Zone and Cluster your local Church
is categorized under and then go into your respective tab.

Please click on the following image and search.

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 ONLINE STORE

PLACING ORDERS ONLINE

Florida Conference is unique in that we have our own online store! Florida
Conference Clubs may order directly from us and we will personally prepare your
order. If you live in or are planning to travel to Orlando, you may pick up your order
after placing your order online. Otherwise we will ship it to you. We want to do all
we can to take care of our customers and provide them the best service possible.

Therefore, NO SPECIAL CODE is necessary for Florida Conference Directors on

our website. We do ask that purchasing be limited to Directors who are verifying
by ordering that the children have indeed completed all of the requirements
necessary to receive the item(s) being purchased such as investiture or
induction items, such as scarves, class level pocket tabs, pins, honors/award
patches, etc.

All orders must be completed

Video Tutorial
on our online store website “How to place an order”
www.flpathfinderstore.com.
Coming Soon!

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 Pathfinder/Adventurer Store
Frequently Asked Questions
www.flpathfinderstore.com

PDF - Click Here or on the image above

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 Section 2
Local Club Organization/ Requirements

Club Administration…………………………………………………………………………....15/16
How to Start the New/Next Pathfinder Club Year……………………………….…....…….17-18
2023 - 2024 PAD Department Calendar ..…………………………………………….….…19
Event Flyers (Leadership Convention, Blaze, Area Council, Red Zone).………...…….. 20-22
Adventist Screening Verification (Administrator and Account…………….………………..23-24
Level 2 Administrator / Administrador Nivel 2………………………………………………...25
Risk Management (Safety Procedures, Fire Drills, etc.)…………………...…….…..……. 26-30
Pathfinder Insurance.……………………………………………………..……………..…….. 31-32
Driver Questionnaire Form / Information…………………………………………………..… 33-34
Travel Checklist……………………………………………………………………………..….. 35
Rental Insurance Request Form……………………………………………..…………….…..36
Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection Form ……………………………………………………………...37
12-15 Passenger Vans…………………………………………..………..……..………………37
Trip/Off-site Activity Planning Checklist…………………………………………………..…....37
Onsite / Offsite Activities Guidelines……………………………………...…………………....38
Fire Safety Procedure / Fire Safety...…………….…………………………………..……….. 39
Adventist Youth Ministries Training (AYMT)…………………………………………..……… 40

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 CLUB ADMINISTRATION
FL CLASS LEVELS - DIVISIONS BY GRADES

In the Florida Conference, the title “Pathfinders” is a term that covers young people
from grades 5-12. We offer two additional class levels for Pathfinders (grades 11 and
12, Pioneer/Navigator) in FL Conference. We use grade level to determine what
Pathfinder Level a child can be a part of. The Pathfinder Levels are as follows:

e-Tracker Pathfinders Varsity Pathfinders

5th Grade - Friend 9th Grade - Voyager

6th Grade - Companion 10th Grade - Guide

7th Grade - Explorer *11th Grade - Pioneer

8th Grade - Ranger *12th Grade – Navigator

● Teen Leadership Training (TLT) 9th-12th Grades

● Master Guide Pathfinders: 16 years old and up

*These two class levels were started by the Florida Conference and are not official NAD Pathfinder Achievement
Levels.

LEVEL STUDIES

The number one goal of the Florida Conference Pathfinders is to develop disciples for
Jesus. Pathfinders are encouraged to complete their Level Studies to learn more about
Jesus by digging deep in the Bible and in God’s book of nature.

CLUB STAFF

DIRECTOR: The Pathfinder Club Director is responsible for leading out in providing a
program for the Club that successfully reaches the objectives. The Pathfinder Club
Director presides at the staff meetings. He/she keeps in touch with the Conference
Pathfinder/Adventurer Department and sends in reports as required. He/she should be
a person who understands kids, works well with staff, carries responsibility, is eager to
recognize new ideas, and shows initiative in implementing those ideas. Above all, the

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Director is a sincere Seventh-day Adventist Christian whose life demonstrates what
God can do. The Pathfinder Club Director is a member of the church board.

DEPUTY DIRECTORS: Deputy Director(s) accepts assignments from the Director and
shares in the
leadership responsibilities of the Club. The Deputy Director keeps records and
compiles regular reports for the conference. They can assume the duties of the
Finance Officer, Secretary, and Chaplain. In larger Clubs, an associate can be added to
plan activities and nature projects, and plan special events.

SECRETARY RESPONSIBILITIES (Optional): Assist the Director/Deputy Director with

anything they might need. Ensure all the Club paperwork is turned in on time and filled
out correctly for each individual (staff and child). Submit paperwork that needs to be
submitted for Club of the Year on time. We also encourage Clubs to consider asking
someone to join their staff as a YMMS Specialist. Someone dedicated to working with
the Club / YMMS.

UNIT COUNSELORS: Unit counselors are key members of the Pathfinder staff. Each
counselor is assigned a unit of four to eight Pathfinders, a male counselor for boys and
a female counselor for girls. Counselors work more closely with individual Pathfinder
than any other member of the Pathfinder leadership team. They stay with their unit
through all Club meetings and activities. They are familiar with each child’s parent or
guardians, home situation, and social, emotional, and spiritual needs. Counselors are
responsible for unit members’ attendance and completion of Pathfinder curriculum
requirements.

CURRICULUM & HONOR INSTRUCTORS: Instructors for Pathfinder classes and

awards can be drawn from the church, but specialists in specific fields may be selected
from the community to conduct courses. The instructor's responsibility is to teach the
class and reflect Seventh-day Adventist ideals.

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 Starting a New Club / New Pathfinder Year

Plan Your Club Calendar: Planning out the year in advance helps you get focused. Include
Induction, Sabbath Service, Investiture, and a “Share Your Faith” Activity. Also, things to Include
are things like: Area E-Tracker, Area Camporee, and Red Zone, etc. Be sure to look at the PAD’s
Calendar to be sure you’re not missing anything!

HOW TO START A NEW CLUB

1. Someone expresses the desire to start a Pathfinder Club to the Pastor.

2. The Pastor presents the idea to the church board for approval.
3. Club Director is selected by the church board or nominating committee.
4. Leadership Manuals are purchased from the Conference Office and are
reviewed by the Club Director and Pastor.
5. Club Director & Pastor recruit staff.
6. Club Director/Staff make plans to attend FL Conference PAD Leadership
Convention in July/August.
7. Conference representatives meet with the interested parties to help them
organize.
8. Staff (If applicable) will participate in Pathfinder Club Ministries Basic
Training.
9. The Director, Staff, and Pastor meet to organize the Club’s philosophy and
leadership structure.
10. Request an account in the Youth Ministries Management System at
www.nadyouth.com
a. Visit www.floridaconference.com/padymms for help and tutorials on how
to use the system.
11. Make sure all staff have completed the Adventist Screening Verification
Training and Background:
www.nadadventist.org/asv (for additional information please see pages
24-27 in this manual).
12. The Club is officially announced to the church by the Pastor. Parents and
other interested adults are
invited to planning meetings.
a. First meeting – What is Pathfinders? How does it work?
b. The next few meetings – See “New Pathfinder Year” numbers 2 - 4
(stated below).
13. Pathfinder Club officially begins!

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 HOW TO START A NEW PATHFINDER YEAR

1. Recruit old and new staff.

2. Have a few staff meetings to accomplish the following:
● PRAY, PRAY, and when you’re done, have more PRAYER!

● Review last year (the good and the bad) and set goals for the coming
year.
● Survey your staff’s availability and limitations and keep these in mind
when planning out the Pathfinder year. Do not bite off more than your
staff can chew!
● Decide when, how often, and for how long the Club should hold
meetings.(Many do 2x’s a month/2 hr. each)
● Plan the Club calendar. Reference the following: Calendars for
Conference events, Holidays, Church events, and School events; and the
“Club of the Year” requirements. Make sure to include meetings,
campouts, Induction, Pathfinder Sabbath, Investiture, fundraisers,
projects, Conference events, etc.
● Make sure all staff have completed the Adventist Screening Verification
Training and Background: www.nadadventist.org/asv (for more
information click here).
● Designate responsibilities and do any training where needed.
● Encourage all staff to attend the PAD LEADERSHIP CONVENTION.

3. Have a local Club Registration event with the following:

● Snacks, drinks, and games for the kids.
● Give out packets with (at least) the following: Club Membership
Application, Medical Consent Form, Code of Conduct, and Campout
Packing Checklist. Create your own Club Rules and Club Staff List with
phone numbers. See the following page for more information.
● Have Staff must provide general info and the “Volunteer Driver
Questionnaire Form” if driving anyone but their own children, Adventist
Screening Verification is also required: Click Here for general Info

4. Register your Club with the Florida Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer

Department … By August 15! (Fill out Club Registration Form on the website:
www.nadyouth.com). For step by step instructions, please visit:
https://floridaconference.com/padymms

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 PAD CALENDAR 2023-2024
Having a Local Club Calendar for the year is a great step towards having a great year.

Local Club Calendar (Planning out the year in advance helps you get focused).
Local Events to include: Include Induction,Sabbath Service, and Investiture Include
“Share Your Faith” Activity, Camporee, Club Meetings, Red Zone and Leadership
Convention (to prepare staff for the following Club Year).

REMEMBER to take your Calendar to your church board to see if there are any
conflicting events planned at your local church and to get final approval before sharing
it with parents.

Conference Calendar
Below you will find the link to the Pathfinder and Adventurer Department Calendar of
events. Use this to help you plan what conference events you would like your Club to
participate in.

NOTE: The PAD Calendar is updated frequently with location, details, etc. so be sure
to check it out on our website: https://floridaconference.com/padcalendar/

Click Image below to see the Calendar

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 SEPTEMBER 2024
SAVE THE DATE COMING SOON!

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February 9-11, 2024
(In-Person)
SAVE THE DATE!

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 Adventist Screening Verification

Adventist Screening Verification (ASV) is the generic name for the NAD mandated background check and
online training. The company providing this service currently is Sterling Volunteers (SV).

The website is: www.nadadventist.org/asv

This will be the only website you need to remember going forward.

-Each person will create their own account.

-Once the user is on the website, they must select: 1) the Southern Union, 2) the Florida Conference, and
then 3) their church name to begin the registration process.
-Even though this is done every three years, the system does a monthly check to make sure names are still
cleared. Doing this is one way to help keep children safe.

ALL adults, anyone 18 or older, are required to complete both the online training AND clear the
background check BEFORE ever serving as a volunteer in your local Club or attending an event as staff.
Please follow this!

NOTE: Please pay careful attention to the SPELLING of your NAME AND the BIRTH DATE that you enter.
All staff names and birth dates must be identical in both ASV and the YMMS in order for the two
systems to “talk to each other.”

Level 2 Administrator - Each church location is supposed to have a Level 2 Administrator over the
Adventist Screening Verification (ASV) program that can view the list of volunteers for their Church and
keep track of the information. They can see who has cleared the background screening and remind people
when they need to redo the program. The form can be found on pages 25 and 26 for Spanish.

Every adult staff-member MUST HAVE COMPLETED their Adventist screening verification CLEARED to be
staff, both to serve locally and to attend ANY PAD EVENT!
Any parent staying the night at an event, MUST HAVE COMPLETED their Adventist Screening verification
and be CLEARED to register/attend ANY PAD EVENT!

Steps for staff to be clear/eligible: (Adventist Screening Verification)

1. Complete online training and submit info for Background Check.

2. Pass Background check to be Eligible.
3. Enter date from ASV in the YMMS to be confirmed by the PAD office and eligible to register for
Events. This step takes time - plan ahead; get this done well before the deadline to register.
4. Now the staff member is eligible to register for PAD events in the YMMS!

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 Click the images for Adventist Screening Verification
https://www.nadadventist.org/asv

New User Account Instructions Returning Users Instructions

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 LEVEL 2 ADMINISTRATOR
Designated Person for Background Screening Program

Every Church in Florida Conference is required to have a Designated Person that oversees
ALL local church volunteers. This person is called a Level 2 Administrator.
Check with your Pastor to see who is your “Level 2 Administrator”. If your church does not
have one, encourage the Pastor to appoint one or consider becoming one yourself. A Local
Church can have up to 3 individuals with this access.

NOTE: All Administrators MUST complete the training and background check before they
can be made the “Level 2 Administrator” for their entity.

ADMINISTRADOR NIVEL 2
Persona designada para Programa de revision de antesedentes

Cada persona en la Conferencia de la Florida está requerida a tener una Persona

Designada que se encargue de todos los voluntarios de la iglesia local. Esta persona es un
Administrador Nivel 2.
Revise con su pastor para ver quien es un “Administrador Nivel 2”. Cada iglesia local puede
tener hasta 3 personas con este acceso.

NOTA: Todos los administradores DEBEN completar el entrenamiento y revisión de

antecedentes antes de que puedan ser “Administrador Nivel 2” de su entidad.

Local Church Form - Click Here

“Level 2 Administrator Application Form” (Eng/Spa)

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 RISK MANAGEMENT
I. Pathfinder Leadership in Risk Management (Applies to ALL PATHFINDER DIVISIONS)

A. Objective
It is the objective of the Pathfinder directors, counselors, instructors, and all other staff to lead out in
maintaining a consistently safe environment for all Club activities and properties.
B. Standards
Standards should be set by the Director and staff for each situation and adhered to by all Club
members.
C. Educating Policy
Creative and innovative techniques should be used to promote interest and a positive response
toward consistency in risk management.

II. Risk Management Practices

A. Resources
The Adventist Risk Management is an excellent source for proper procedures in all activities.
B. Risk Inventories
Consideration should be made of all activities where there is an element of definite risk.
C. Church Standards
Activities shall conform to the Christian standards of the Seventh-day Adventist Church (refer to the
SDA Church Manual).
D. Insurance Coverage
All Pathfinders and staff are covered by an excess accident insurance policy that the Conference
purchases through Adventist Risk Management for all board-approved activities.
1. High-Risk Activities—NOT ALLOWED:
a) Use of aircraft e) Rock-climbing
b) Skateboarding f) Use of trampoline or any other device to
c) Tree climbing propel the body, such as Reuther board or
d) Fireworks springboard
2. Parental Permission Slip--A parental permission slip shall be obtained from each Pathfinder for each
activity.
3. Consent for Medical Treatment
a) This form shall be filled out annually and kept on file at each activity site.
b) The consent for treatment form shall only be resorted to when every means to contact parent
or guardian has been exhausted.
III. Risk Determinants and Safety Procedures

A. Levels of Risk The following factors shall determine the level of risk:

1. Instructor's qualifications and past 5. Quality of equipment being used

experiences 6. Allotted time for activity
2. Type of activity 7. Amount of adult assistance
3. Amount of participants
4. Location of activity

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B. Supervision and Staff

1. Staff/Pathfinder Ratio--The following is a guide to use in determining supervision necessary for

various activities:
High-Risk Activity = 1 Staff to 4 Pathfinders
Mild-Risk Activity = 1 Staff to 8 Pathfinders
Low-Risk Activity = 1 Staff to 15 Pathfinders
Of course, the closer the ratio between the staff and Pathfinders, the better. For example, high-risk
would be mountain climbing, mild-risk would be camping, and low-risk would be classroom learning
situations.

2. Qualified Supervision
a) Each Director and counselor or other staff members should have specific knowledge of their
particular area of endeavor.
b) The Club may bring in teachers from outside the Club when their element of expertise is
needed, and at the same time, our Christian standards need to be reviewed with these people.
c) The Club should invite adults from the local church to help meet staff ratio standards.
d) The Adventist Screening Verification is the mandatory background screening program for all
local church volunteers ages 18 and up (Pathfinder Director, counselor, teacher, adult
supervisor, parents, and Pathfinders). All churches are required to participate by having all
volunteers complete the online training and pass the background screening before they are
allowed to volunteer. All volunteers must recertify every three years.
C. Vehicles

1. Prohibited: 15 passenger vans can NOT be used, borrowed, owned, or leased.15 passenger vans
with the backseat taken out to become a 12 seater are still not allowed. If the 12 passenger van has
a wheelbase of more than 135 inches, then it is also prohibited.

2. Personal vehicles used for transportation of Pathfinders and supplies shall be currently insured with
a minimum of $100,000-$300,000, liability and Medical/Personal injury protection cannot be less
than $10,000. If an accident occurs with a personal vehicle, the owner’s insurance would be
responsible for the liability.

3. The number of riders shall not exceed the seating capacity of the vehicles.
4. Open trucks shall not be used for transporting Pathfinders or staff.
5. The use of trailers and moving vans are prohibited from transporting Pathfinders or staff.
6. Each vehicle shall have adult supervision at the appropriate ratio.
7. Drivers should complete a Driver Questionnaire form and have an acceptable driving record. Drivers
must be at least 21 years of age. (Register Drivers @ www.nadyouth.com). Must have a valid
driver’s license and a good driving record.

D. Annual Inspections

1. Meeting premises
a) The Pathfinder Director should conduct an annual inspection for the physical conditions of the
Pathfinder meeting premises.
b) Reports of these inspections shall be presented to the church board with corrective action
noted.
c) If corrective action is not assumed to ensure a safe area, the Club Director shall notify the
Florida Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Department.

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 2. Owned Properties--An equipment inventory should be maintained of all equipment, materials,
substances, vehicles, boats, and chairs. It is possible/recommended to do this in the YMMS.
3. Documentation on File--Documentation of #1 (Meeting premises) and #2 (Owned properties) should
be maintained on file at the local Club with copies submitted to the church board and made part of
the board minutes. (There is also an option to input this information digitally in the YMMS.)

E. Equipment Use

1. Pathfinder equipment may be loaned out with care. It should be understood that the borrower will be
responsible for any damage.
2. All Pathfinder equipment should be inspected before and after each use by all parties involved.
3. It is suggested that a written policy governing the use of Pathfinder equipment be written and then
be approved by the church board to become an official church policy.

F. Pathfinder Activities

1. Campsites and other activity areas should be thoroughly inspected with the following in mind and
appropriate actions taken:
a) Fire danger e) Rocks
b) Flash floods f) Sanitation
c) Landslides g) Night-time security
d) Dead trees (limbs, etc.) h) Temperature conditions

2. Fire Building
a) Designated areas for fire building shall be marked.
b) A fire shall be built at least 12 feet away from tents and/or combustible materials.
c) Fires shall serve a specific purpose.
d) Fires should be built only under the close supervision of qualified staff.
e) Wood chopping shall be performed only by staff or Pathfinders under the close supervision of
qualified staff.
f) Power saws shall be operated only by staff over 16 years of age.
g) A bucket of water, a shovel, and a #5 ABC fire extinguishers shall be maintained at each
campsite.

3. Swimming
a) Swimming areas shall be thoroughly inspected for broken glass, swift currents, and
underwater snags.
b) The swimming areas may be designated by the use of plastic floats and heavy twine or other
clarified markers.
c) At least one staff member with a current lifesaving certification should serve as a lifeguard’s
primary task for approximately every eight people that are swimming, depending on the
water's turbidity.

4. Sanitation
a) Proper food storage procedures shall be adhered to strictly.
b) The source of freshwater shall be checked thoroughly.
c) Food handling and preparation shall be carried out with close supervision.

5. Meals
a) The standard of serving vegetarian meals shall be adhered to without exception on all Club
activities.
b) The consumption of caffeine drinks should not be allowed during Club functions.

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 6. Gas Stoves
a) Operation shall be carried out only by staff or supervised Pathfinders.
b) Stove fuel shall be stored away from heat and flames.
c) When used, combustible items should not be stored in tents.

7. Night Watch
a) A rotation night watch shall be carried out by only staff or older Pathfinders with staff.
b) The night watch shall operate with the following in mind: fire, intruders, animals, checking food
storage, inclement weather.

G. First Aid

1. An adequate First Aid Kit shall be available at all times.

2. Each Club should have at least one adult with a current First Aid and CPR for every 20 members.
3. An annual course should be presented to the Club staff on First Aid/CPR training.

H. Fidelity Control

1. A proper accounting shall be made of the collection of Pathfinder dues and other money.
2. It is recommended that another counselor/staff may make verification of money count with a
procedure of rotating this assignment.
3. Proper deposits should be made as soon as possible. And records kept for all transactions.
4. It is recommended that the Club treasurer be discouraged from taking funds to his home unless
there’s no other reasonable alternative.

I. Risk Management Audit and Education

1. Each Year the Club is to review with the counselors and membership the vital importance of risk
management.
2. Each Quarter one hour of Club meeting time should be used to review the importance of risk
management. This could include:
a) Guest speaker
b) Safety film
c) Staff member presenting a safety talk
d) Fire drills

3. Methods of education for Risk Management may include:

a) Letters to parents
b) Announcements in church bulletins
c) Announcements on bulletin boards
d) Special meetings
4. Risk Management practices should be encompassed in the Club rules and adhered to by all
participating in Pathfinder-sponsored activities.

IV. Losses

A. Emergency Procedures
Each Pathfinder Club should have in place emergency procedures for the following that have been
discussed and practiced with all staff:

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 (1) Sudden illness (6) Bomb threat
(2) Injuries (7) Civil unrest
(3) Fire (8) Inclement weather
(4) Flood (9) Active Shooter
(5) Robbery (10) Missing member (campout or field trip)

B. Loss Procedure
When losses occur, be courteous and show concern, but at no time make a statement or an admission of
responsibility or liability.

C. Reporting Losses
Any incident with potential for present or future personal injury, property damage or liability loss shall be
reported within 24 hours to the Florida Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Department and Risk
Management Department or the first business day following the weekend.
Contact the PAD office to explain the incident and to receive a form if necessary
[email protected]

D. Loss Review
The Pathfinder Director, working in conjunction with the Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Department,
shall review all losses periodically to determine the corrective actions which should be taken to ensure
these losses do not occur again.

PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
● Private/leased aircraft rebounding device unless specific coverage
● Tackle football has been purchased in advance
● Bungee jumping ● All terrain or motorized vehicles, motorcycles
● Motorcycles, all terrain or motorized vehicles & dirt bikes
● Rock climbing, repelling, climbing walls, ropes ● Fireworks
courses ● Firearms
● Parasailing ● Snow skiing
● Roller skating, rollerblading, skateboarding ● Use of 15 passenger van
● Trampoline, teeter boards, springboards,
mini-tramp, weatherboard, or any other

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 PATHFINDER INSURANCE
(Applies to all Pathfinder Clubs)

THE CLUB SAFETY OFFICER

It is recommended that each Pathfinder Club have an appointed Safety Officer for the duration
of the Club year. The Safety Officer should be the person to oversee that all the insurance and
safety issues are dealt with appropriately. They would also make sure each Pathfinder has
current medical forms on file, permission forms for off-premises activities, and updated parental
contact information. Some of the areas they would oversee would be as follows:

DISASTER / EMERGENCY PLAN

Each Club should have a written disaster plan in place that deals with handling and responding
to
emergencies that could occur during Club meetings and events. This would include everything
from training of staff in First Aid/CPR, to a hostage situation or lockdown. Each staff should
know what their particular responsibility is during various scenarios, and the whole Club should
practice drills of various situations so everyone knows their part and they are prepared.

GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

The Pathfinder Clubs are covered under the Florida Conference’s General Liability Insurance
Policy when registered with the Florida Pathfinder/Adventurer Department. This coverage
provides $1,000,000 of coverage for bodily injury, property damage, or personal injury to a third
party for which our entities may be held legally liable.

Often when leasing or renting a non-denominational facility, the contract requires that we
provide a “Certificate of General Liability Insurance,” which proves we have insurance. There is
no charge for the certificate; however, you must request the certificate from the Conference’s
Risk Management Department at least two weeks ahead of time to allow time for processing
your request. Risk Management can be contacted at [email protected] or

MEDICAL COVERAGE
Each Club has coverage for excess medical expenses that might occur to a Pathfinder while
participating in an authorized and Board Approved Pathfinder Club event within the United
States. This event can be either at the church or away from the premises. This coverage
provides up to $10,000 per occurrence on an excess basis. A claim form should be completed
as soon as possible after the injury occurs, and filed with the Conference’s Risk Management
Department.

MISSION TRIPS
If your Club is going to participate in any Mission Trips, please contact the Conference’s Risk
Management Department for information on insurance that is available and is required.

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TRANSPORTATION / INSURANCE
Denominationally owned vehicles must be insured through the Florida Conference’s blanket
policy written through Adventist Risk Management. This provides the mandatory liability limit of
$3,000,000, along with several optional coverages available. Fifteen passenger vans are
prohibited from use. If a 12 passenger van has more than 135 inches at the wheelbase, then
these are also prohibited from being used.
Driver Age - The driver of any vehicle transporting Pathfinders to or from a Pathfinder activity
must be at least 21 years of age, with an acceptable driving record of not more than two traffic
citations and no at-fault accidents while driving any vehicle. The Director must approve all
drivers in advance of the activity through the YMMS.

Driver Insurance - Drivers using their own vehicles to transport Pathfinders must show proof of
insurance on their vehicle with a minimum of $100,000/ $300,000 liability limit.
Medical/Personal Injury Protection cannot be less than $10,000. All drivers must complete a
Volunteer Driver Questionnaire. Should an accident occur when a volunteer is driving their own
vehicle, their personal insurance is responsible as primary. Those filling out The Volunteer
Driver forms www.nadyouth.com should give a copy to be kept on file by the Director of each
Club. Each name should also be added to the list of qualified drivers in the YMMS, once
approved.

If renting a vehicle to transport Pathfinders, insurance can be purchased for the rental period.
Arrangements must be made in advance through the Conference’s Risk Management
Department at
the Florida Conference (407) 644-5000 or email [email protected] or
[email protected] . All rented vehicles must have a minimum of
$3,000,000 liability on them. Fifteen passenger vans are prohibited. A 12 passenger van can
be rented ONLY if the wheelbase length is less than 135 inches. See the article on page 38,
“What is a 15-Passenger van?” for specifics.

The Pre-Trip Inspection Form should be used before each trip to ensure the vehicles are in safe
operating condition you can view this on page 38.

TRIP / OFFSITE ACTIVITY PLANNING CHECKLIST

Many injuries and losses during field trips or outings result from failures in planning for the
activity. This Planner provides a tool for helping to determine some of the equipment,
supervisory, transportation, and other elements that might be needed for an upcoming church
or school field trip or outing. As a mind jogger, it can help activity leaders establish safety
elements not included on this list. School administrators and church boards can also use the
Planner for approval (or disapproval) of the proposed field trip or outing. Please see page 38.

Form for Local Use Only

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 DRIVER QUESTIONNAIRE FORM
Instructions for Directors: ALL Adults providing transportation (own personal vehicle) to Pathfinders other than their
own children during the 2023-2024 Pathfinder Club Year MUST complete, sign and return this form to their Club Director.
This form will be reviewed by your staff in order to determine/confirm eligibility as a Driver for any/all Club sponsored
events/outings.

SECTION A
Drivers Name __________________________________________________________________________
Are you at least 21 years of age? Yes No
Are you have a current Sterling Volunteers Background Check? Yes No Date Completed:________
Do you have a current/valid Driver’s License? Yes No
Driver’s License # ___________________________ State ___________ Expiration Date ______________
Address City _______________________________________________ State ___________ Zip _________
Insurance Carrier ____________________________________________ Expiration Date ______________
Do you have current car insurance that meets or exceeds the REQUIRED minimum levels to be a Driver?
$100,000/300,000 - Limit of Liability Yes No
$10,000 - Medical / PIP Limit - Personal Injury Protection Yes No
ALL OF THE ABOVE BOXES MUST BE CHECKED/CIRCLED “Yes” to qualify as a Driver.
If ALL of the ABOVE BOXES are checked/circled “Yes” then please proceed to SECTION B:

SECTION B
Driver - Have you been involved in any at-fault accidents within the last three years? Yes No
If yes, please explain:____________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________
Driver - Have you been cited for any moving violations within the last three years? Yes No
If yes, please explain:____________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________
● By signing, I acknowledge that all the information I have provided is accurate and true.
● By signing, I agree to immediately notify the Club Director if there are any changes to the information above.
● By signing, I understand that should I be involved in an accident while driving for the Pathfinder Club, my personal
insurance will be primary.
● By signing, I agree not to carry more passengers than the official load capacity for my vehicle and ensure that all
vehicle occupants will be required to wear seat belts (no double belting allowed).
● By signing, I agree that at NO time will I drive/rent/use a 15 passenger van to transport Pathfinders.

Driver's Signature: ___________________________________________________Date:______________

SIGNATURE REQUIRED

Church membership:____________________________________________________________________
(CLUB DIRECTOR INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUE ON NEXT PAGE)

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Club Director Instructions continued:

SECTION A

It requires ALL “Yes” Boxes to be checked to qualify as a Driver.

Remember to verify every Driver’s Driver License and Insurance Policy to ensure that the
information they provided on their form matches the actual documents you are looking at. You
do NOT need to make a copy of it.

SECTION B
If the Driver checks “Yes” you must talk with them and then decide, with your Club staff, if you
will allow them to be a Driver for the Club.
You MUST keep the DRIVER QUESTIONNAIRE FORM for your Club records.

You must fill out the DRIVER QUESTIONNAIRE CHECKLIST in the YMMS (YMMS) AFTER
each Driver has completed their DRIVER QUESTIONNAIRE form. This can be completed at
www.nadyouth.com.

Please note, to fill out the online DRIVER QUESTIONNAIRE CHECKLIST, you only need to
enter each Driver’s name after you have VERIFIED that the Driver:

-Is 21 or older
-Has a current/valid Driver’s License
-Is Adventist Screening Verification cleared
-Vehicle meets the required Insurance minimums

Reminder: These forms are to be kept at the Local Club ONLY.

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TRAVEL CHECKLIST: For any Trip that involves transporting Pathfinders/Adventurer kids.
Kids Safety (Required for both Type of Transportation below)
I have accurate / current medical consent forms and permission slips for each child attending and a
copy in each vehicle where those kids will be transported.
I have verified the Adventist Screening Verification eligibility status for every adult (18+) that is traveling
with kids.

Driver Requirements (Required for both Type of Transportation below)

I have confirmed that every Driver has completed the Volunteer Driver Form.
I have confirmed that every driver is at least 21 years of age and has a valid driver’s license.
I have confirmed each driver has had NO at-fault accidents and no more than 2 citations within the last
three years.
I have verified the Sterling Volunteers eligibility status for every adult (18+) driving kids (personal or
rented vehicle).

Personal Vehicle Requirements

I have confirmed that every driver using their personal vehicle is insured with $100,000/300,000
minimum liability coverage for their vehicle/passengers. The drivers have been informed that should there
be an accident, their personal insurance is primary.
I have confirmed that there is a working seat belt for every person in the vehicle.
I have confirmed that there are not any 15 passenger vans being used, at any time, for our trip. Some 12
Passenger Vans are also prohibited… What is a 15 Passenger Van.
I have inspected the vehicle before use to make sure everything is in working order, and the tires are in
good condition and properly inflated.

Rented Vehicle Requirements

I understand that I am not allowed to rent, use, or borrow a 15 passenger van, (and some 12 passenger
Vans) under any circumstance. It is never an option.
I will plan to have sufficient drivers for the number of vehicles needed to transport/supervise the number
of individuals going on the trip.
I will make sure there is a working seat belt for each person in the vehicle.
I have purchased liability insurance for a minimum limit of one (1) million dollars for the rented vehicle
offered by the rental company … OR
I have submitted a request to the FL Conference Risk Management Office to purchase an auto insurance
binder for the rented vehicle, to make sure the vehicle is properly insured; this form must be submitted at
least THREE (3) working days in advance of the planned departure for the trip. I understand the church
will receive a bill for the insurance binder. (See following page) * Remember, the Conference Office is
CLOSED on Fridays.

Fax to: Jennifer Stefan or Rhonda Harper

Florida Conference of SDA Fax: 407-618-0277
[email protected]

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 Rental Insurance Request Form
(Insurance Request/ Rental Insurance Request)
Fax to: Rhonda Harper FL Conference of SDA Fax: 407-618-0277
Email: [email protected]
Please print one form for each vehicle.

This information needs to be gathered from the rental car company office at the time of the pick-up and
faxed prior to leaving on trip.

NAME OF DRIVER:__________________________________________________________________

NAME OF MINISTRY:________________________________________________________________

NAME OF CHURCH/SCHOOL:_________________________________________________________

VIN NUMBER:______________________________________________________________________

MAKE OF VEHICLE:_________________________________________________________________

MODEL OF VEHICLE:________________________________________________________________

YEAR OF VEHICLE :_________________________________________________________________

MILEAGE OF VEHICLE:______________________________________________________________

REASON FOR RENTAL:______________________________________________________________

NAME OF EVENT:___________________________________________________________________

LOCATION:________________________________________________________________________

DATES:___________________________________________________________________________

NUMBER OF PASSENGERS VEHICLE DESIGNED FOR:___________________________________

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 Vehicle Inspection
IMPORTANT NOTE: 15 passenger and some 12 passenger vans cannot be used or rented.

Click the images for each form or Article

Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection Form What is a 15-Passenger Van?

Trip / Off-site Activity Planning Checklist

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 Onsite / Offsite Activities Guidelines
Most activities will take place onsite and can also be applied Offsite (Camping/Trips).
The facility where the meetings are held should have:

● Adequate lighting inside and outside the premises.

● Windows in doors of any rooms that are being used for activities. All windows should be uncovered
while activities are occurring.

● Adults should be assigned to monitor the facilities checking on activities in each location. These
safeguards will protect both against abuse and false allegations.

● Suggestive language and teasing should be avoided/stopped between any two Pathfinders.

● Never tutor or instruct a Pathfinder privately on an individual basis. Either involve other Pathfinders
or have another staff member present.

● Be aware of emotional attachments that can occur. Discourage these. If it becomes a serious
matter, the director should reassign the staff member to work with another group.

● Promote Pathfinders to grow emotionally. Don’t encourage them to be dependent on any of the staff
members.

● Avoid any touching or play that could be misinterpreted or used as grounds for accusations. This is
extremely important in activities such as playing in swimming pools and other contact sports.

● If a Pathfinder needs first aid or medical care, always have at least two adults present when
treatment is being performed.

● Always have at least two adults in a vehicle when attending off-site events.

● At off-site events, adults should never be alone with a single Pathfinder.

● If the Club is attending an off-site or overnight activity, the church board should approve these trips
in advance. **Remember, Adults and Pathfinders must never share a tent or a bed* All overnight
activities must have the appropriate number of male and female staff members. (*Parents may
sleep in the same tent with ONLY their biological/legally adopted children).

● Adult staff should never discuss personal problems or concerns with Pathfinders.

● Staff should be trained on how to comfort and reassure a Pathfinder appropriately. There are times
when this is both necessary and appropriate. It should be limited to those situations.

● Physical and verbal abuse is never appropriate between Staff and a Pathfinder.

● Don’t assume that once Pathfinder staff attends training, there is no need to repeat it. There should
be ongoing training and development in child protection, health and safety, team building, conflict
resolution, and skills in working with Pathfinder Ministries.

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FIRE SAFETY PROCEDURES

IN CASE OF A FIRE

1. Get away!

2. Yell for help!

3. STOP-DROP-ROLL -- If you or someone's clothes catch on fire, it must be extinguished immediately, roll on
the ground to smother the flames. DO NOT RUN! Try not to use your hands for they will also
burn.

4. Help extinguish fire -- By smothering it with appropriate method-such as: fire extinguisher for kitchen
fire, blankets, shovel, buckets of water or sand for ground fire.

5. Follow directions – Always follow the instructions of the person left in charge of the campsite.

CLASSES OF FIRE / FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Class A = Ordinary combustibles e.g., wood, cloth, paper, rubber and many plastics
Class B = Flammable liquids e.g., oil, gasoline, lacquers, grease, solvents, and oil based paints
Class C = Electrical Fires e.g., wiring, circuit breakers, fuse boxes, energized electrical equipment and
appliances

Class ABC - Fire extinguishers will extinguish all of the above.

Extinguishers containing water are UNSUITABLE for grease or electrical fires!

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FLORIDA STATUTE

Requirements of Fire Extinguishers: During camping it is recommended that a Pathfinder uses only a 5 lbs. capacity
extinguisher. The extinguisher must be inspected and tagged yearly by the Fire Inspector or the Fire Marshall. It is
also recommended that each Club have their fire extinguishers inspected at the same time their church has their
annual inspection. Each Club must have an ABC (multi-purpose Fire Extinguisher).

FIRE SAFETY DRILL

THIS FORM MUST BE POSTED IN YOUR MEETING SITE

Review the above procedures and know how to use the fire extinguisher!

Our Club held a successful fire drill on ___ /___/___ . All members of the Club participated.

Club/Church Director Name and Signature: _________________________ ___________________________

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 ADVENTIST YOUTH MINISTRIES TRAINING

The Adventist Youth Ministries Training (AYMT) curriculum is a comprehensive training system for all
Youth Ministries, including Pathfinder leaders. This curriculum encourages leaders to become
certified in areas where they are providing leadership, such as Counselor and Director, but also in
areas where they would like to develop expertise or build on what they already know, such as
becoming a better Instructor.

It is important for all church workers, both professional and volunteer, to continue learning, be familiar
with current trends, and make training part of their lifestyle. The purpose of AYMT is to provide the
framework for lifelong training. The AYMT provides for standardized departments, seminar
nomenclature, and descriptions. These seminars and related fieldwork are then organized into
certification programs as approved by the appropriate North American Division (NAD) Youth
Ministries committee with General Conference participation. The system is designed to allow flexibility
in many areas. It provides opportunities for unions and conferences to develop additional
certifications and seminars that meet their specific needs.

What are we seeking in staff training?

● It should focus on both ministry and skill development.

● A level of completion should be obtainable in a reasonable period of time.
● It should promote continuous, long term training.
● It should allow for future expansion.
● It should include active learning activities.
● It should target specific leadership roles as well as general leadership.
● It should allow general classes to be used in curriculums in different ministries, enabling
cross-training, and more efficient training events.
● It should also be flexible enough for staff training in other Youth Ministries and to allow content
change, updating and creation without requiring restructuring.

The basis of all certifications are:

● Role-specific learning
● One-year timeframes
● Required fieldwork
● 5-8 seminars per certification
● Portfolio completion as a form of evaluation and integrity review
● Mentoring
● Conference-level creation options

For more information visit https://www.clubministries.org/pathfinder-director/

To buy the material www.adventsource.org/search?query=aymt&section=store

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 Section 3
Resources/Special Events

Youth Ministries Management System (YMMS) Medical Consent Form…..……………………………….…..42

Membership Application……………………………………………………………….…...………….….………….43
Medical Consent Form………………………………………………………………….………….….…...……..44-45
Code of Conduct and Participation Agreement………………………………………….….…….……………….46
Basic Pathfinder Meeting Outline Suggestions……………….……………………………………..………..…...47
Campout Packing Checklist………………………………………………………….………………...…………….48
Pathfinder Camping Code……………………………………………………………………………………………49
Uniform Director Contact Info…………………………………………………………….……………..….………. 50
Uniform Checklist……………………………………………………………………….………….……..……….51-54

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 MEDICAL Consent Form

Rationale for YMMS

The FL PAD implemented the Youth Ministries Management System to integrate all of the vital Club information into
one updated system that is accessible to many groups at the same time. The local Club enters each child/adult's
information and then it is securely saved so that the Club Director/Secretary can access it from anywhere and anytime
with an internet connection. In addition, the Club can log a digital history for each member or transfer that information
if a member transfers to another Club. The volunteer Coordinator team has access to valuable data that allows them
to better serve Clubs (seeing when their events are, if they need help with registering for an event, to encourage them
to complete tasks by certain deadlines, etc.). And the PAD office is better able to analyze, communicate, log, and
track how Clubs are doing by Clusters or Areas. The system has simplified our registration process for events, how
background checks are processed (and making sure the right adults attend our events). And finally, the North
American Division has chosen to adopt this system for the division as well, because they see all the benefits.Using
YMMS for medical info is OPTIONAL.

THIS FORM IS REQUIRED - Clubs Must use this form. One per Club Member. It MUST be notarized and kept on file
with the Club Director / Secretary.

Club Applicant’s Personal Basic Medical (Allergy/Health) Information

Name ______________________________________________ Age _________ Birthdate ___/___/_____

We the parents/guardians of _________________________ hereby __ give or __ do not give permission to the

Club Director to register my child into the Youth Ministries Management System in order for my child to be eligible to
attend Conference Events. If I do not grant permission, I understand that my child will be limited to only participate in
local Club events only.
We hereby give / do not give permission to the Club Director to register my child’s allergies into the Youth Ministries
Management System in order for the Florida Conference to anonymously gather attendee data to better plan events
and provide medical volunteers proper medical supplies, accordingly. If I do not grant permission, I understand that
my child will be limited to only being treated for general First Aid situations and sent to the Emergency Room in case
of moderate to severe allergic reactions for which the event may not have been prepared for. All information entered
in the medical section of the YMMS is accessible ONLY to those event specific medical/office staff that need to know
medical information to best serve attendees at PAD events.
__________________________ __________________________ Please provide contact info for one
Father's Name Mother's Name parent or guardian.

__________________________ __________________________ __________________________

Father's Signature Mother's Signature Email

__________________________ __________________________ __________________________

Guardian’s Name (If applicable) Guardian’s Signature (If applicable) Cell Phone

Subscribed and acknowledged before me this ___ day of __________ , of ________, who is personally
known to me or who has produced identification.
(Notarial Seal)

________________________________
Local Club Use Only Notary Public signature, State of Florida

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 PATHFINDER MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
PLEDGE (Please check one that applies) LAW
By the grace of God Keep the morning watch
I will be pure, kind, and true I wish to: Do my honest best
I will keep the Pathfinder Law ___ Apply for membership Care for my body
I will be a servant to God ___ Renew my membership Keep a level eye
And a friend to man ___ Transfer my membership Be courteous and obedient
from ____________________ Walk softly in the sanctuary
Keep a song in my heart
Go on God’s errands

Personal Information
Name, Age, Birthdate ___________________________________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________________________________________
Circle One: Male Female Check One: Baptized? Yes_____ No _____
City, State, Zip Code ____________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:________________________________ Grade in School: ________________________
Name of Church______________________________________________________________________
Check all level(s) you have completed:
E-TRACKER: ___ Friend ___ Companion ___ Explorer ___ Ranger
VARSITY: ___ Voyager ___ Guide ___ Pioneer ___ Navigator

APPLICANT’S COMMITMENT: I agree to be guided by the rules of the Club and the Pathfinder Pledge and Law,
and I will attend Club meetings, campouts, and other Club outings and activities.

Signature of Pathfinder: ___________________________________________ Date: ________________

Family History
Father Name:_________________________ Email: _________________________________________
Phone #: ____________ Seventh-day Adventist? Yes ____ No ____ Church: _______________________
Has he worked with Pathfinders before? Yes / No Master Guide? Yes / No
Mother Name:_________________________ Email: _________________________________________
Phone #: ____________ Seventh-day Adventist? Yes ____ No ____ Church: _____________________
Has she worked with Pathfinders before? Yes / No Master Guide? Yes / No

PARENT OR GUARDIAN APPROVAL: We hereby verify the applicant is in at least fifth grade. We have read the
Pathfinder Pledge and Law and are willing and desirous that the applicant becomes a Pathfinder. We will assist the
applicant in observing the rules and guidelines of the Pathfinder organization. As parents (or guardians), we
understand that the Pathfinder Club program is an active one for the applicant. It includes many opportunities for
service, adventure, discipleship training, and fun. We will cooperate:

1. By learning how we can assist the applicant and his/her leaders.

2. By encouraging the applicant to take an active part in all Club activities.
3. By attending events to which parents are invited.
4. By assisting Club leaders and by serving as leaders if called upon.

Parent/Guardian Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: _____________

CLUB USE ONLY

___ Membership Application completed ___ Uniform Arrangements Made
___ Health & Medical Records ___ Dues Paid
Inducted into Full Membership on: ___________________________

Signature of Club Director: ___________________________________________ Date: ______________

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 MEDICAL CONSENT

In these days of lawsuits, medical consent forms are a necessity for every outing. The basic
idea of the form is that it gives parental authorization for a doctor to treat a minor. It also
provides information on where the parents and family doctor can be located.

The consent form provides protection for the doctor, the child, and the Club Director.

1. The Doctor - a doctor who would give medical assistance to a child without the parents’
knowledge, would take a tremendous risk. If the results are serious or even fatal, the parents
may sue. A signed consent form may be enough to persuade a doctor that the parents are
unlikely to sue. (Many young people have been given medical aid at a remote hospital or office
after the leader produced a consent form. Other times the form has not helped at all).

2. The Child - leaders who take a child on an outing have an obligation to provide the best
medical care. Not having a form could severely reduce that chance.

3. The Director - if a child is injured and unable to get proper medical care because the
Director did not bother to require medical consent forms, that Director could certainly be a
target for a liability suit.

Note:
Medical consent forms may be dated in such a way that they are suitable for the whole year.
This has the obvious advantage of saving a lot of work in collecting new forms for each outing.

However, there are two disadvantages to year-long consent forms. First, a form signed several
months ago will not be as impressive to a doctor as one signed yesterday. Secondly, the form
won’t have current information on the location of the parents. They may be out of town the
weekend of the particular outing on which their child is injured. Use your judgment.

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MEDICAL CONSENT FORM Local Club Use Only
(This form MUST be Notarized)

Child’s Name_________________________________________ Birthdate____________ Sex__________

Cell Phone #______________________________ Phone #_____________________________________

Address_____________________________________ City_________________ State ______Zip_______

Medical insurance_______________________________________ Policy #_________________________

Father’s Name_______________________________________ Home Phone _______________________

Cell Phone__________________________________________ Office Phone _______________________

Address_____________________________________ City_________________ State ______Zip_______

Medical insurance_______________________________________ Policy #_________________________

Mother’s Name_____________________________________ Home Phone Cell_____________________

Cell Phone__________________________________________ Office Phone _______________________

Address_____________________________________ City_________________ State ______Zip_______

Medical insurance_______________________________________ Policy #_________________________

Physician’s Name________________________________________ Phone_________________________

MEDICAL HISTORY
Weight_______ Height_____ Last Tetanus shot_____________________________

Food allergies__________________________________________________________________________

Medication allergies____________________________________________________________________

Medications receiving now________________________________________________________________

Medical history (i.e., recent surgery, diabetic, chronic illness)_____________________________________

Person to notify in case of accident or illness if parents are not available

Name___________________________________________ Phone #______________________________

Relationship to child:_______________________________
I,_________________ , (parent/guardian) give the following emergency medical treatment consent
for the above-named child. Effective from date of _____________ to ________________________.

(One of the types of treatment must be marked.)

_____ Emergency Surgery _____ First Aid _____ Both of the these _____ None of the these

ALL MEDICAL CONSENTS MUST BE NOTARIZED

Signature of Parent/Guardian_____________________________________________________________

Subscribed and acknowledged before me this _____________ day of ,_________________

By ______________________, who is personally known to me or who has produced identification.
(Notarial Seal) Notary _________________________________________ Public signature, State of Florida

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 CODE OF CONDUCT
1. Pathfinders will be on time at all Club meetings and events. Chronic tardiness will be taken into account
when evaluating a Pathfinder’s Personal Performance.

2. Field Uniform (club T-shirt, shorts with length to the knees or jeans, tennis shoes) will be worn at all Club
meetings and informal activities and functions unless specified otherwise, including campouts. Open toe
shoes are not allowed at Club meetings.

3. Complete Class A or B uniform will be worn at all formal Club activities and designated Club meetings.
Class A uniform consists of: tan shirt with all patches and pins, slacks (boys), black skirt or black pants
(girls), black socks (boys) black socks or tan nylons (girls), black dress shoes (closed-toe), sash, scarf,
black belt/buckle, and uniforms slide. Class B uniform is all of the above without the sash, scarf, and slide.

4. Jewelry: We, as members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, believe that the wearing of jewelry and the
display of wealth it implies is inconsistent with Pathfinding's principles. Therefore, we request that no visible
jewelry be worn to any Pathfinder function. This also prevents the loss of valuable items.

5. Pathfinder should attempt to participate in every activity and will maintain good conduct always.

6. Pathfinders will not talk back to Pathfinder Staff or any older person at any time. Profanity is a cause for
suspension.

7. Pathfinders whose conduct presents a continual or special problem will be subject to suspension upon the
staff's recommendation.

8. During Club meetings or events, Pathfinders will stay together with the counselor, instructor, or Director to
speak, leave the area, or to go on an errand. If a Pathfinder needs to leave the group area, they must have
permission from a counselor and sign out as instructed.

9. Pathfinders will come to attention when called to “fall in” or “line up.”

10. Pathfinders will treat fellow Pathfinders with courtesy and respect. Pathfinders will be a “Servant of God”
and a “Friend to man” at all times, whether during Club meetings, events, at home, church, school, or in the
community.

11. On Campouts, Pathfinders will take turns doing Kitchen Patrol duty as scheduled and help with any after
camping tasks. We must work as a team. Pathfinders should not expect to go home until all equipment is
cleaned and put away.

12. Pathfinders will abide by the Pathfinder Camping Code while camping.

Agreed to by: __________________________________________ Date:______________

Pathfinder Signature

__________________________________________ Date: _______________

Parent Signature Date

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 BASIC PATHFINDER CLUB MEETING
OUTLINE SUGGESTIONS
(SAMPLE)
PRE-MEETING (20 minutes)
Arrange meeting room
Review plans and theme with staff
Check supplies
First Aid Kit should be available

PRE-OPENING (10 minutes)

Personal welcome to each Pathfinder and parents as they drop kids off
Something to do (Activity)

OPENING (10-15 minutes)

Pledge to Flag, Pathfinder Pledge & Law, Pathfinder Song, etc.
Roll call
Inspection
Devotional / Prayer

BUSINESS (5 minutes)
Read briefly report of the previous meeting
Follow up from the previous meeting challenge
Information about tonight's meeting given

ACTIVITIES (75 minutes)

Projects directly relating to the theme
Level work
Drilling & Marching (15 minutes)
Games, contests, etc.

CLOSING (10 minutes)

Songs
Story - worship
Prayer
Challenge - closing thought
Actions to take based on the Challenge

POST MEETING
Review of tonight's meeting with staff
Plans for next week/meeting

LAW PLEDGE

Keep the Morning Watch By the grace of God

Do my honest part I will be pure, kind, and true
Care for my body I will keep the Pathfinder Law
Keep a level eye I will be a servant of God
Be courteous and obedient And a friend to man
Walk softly in the sanctuary
Keep a song in my heart
Go on God’s errands

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 Campout Packing Checklist
Safety Reminder:
Cooking may be done on kerosene, white gas/propane equipment only. No open fires are
allowed on the many camping grounds. Some required a raised/metal/contained pit.

Club Leaders bring: ● Cot/Sleeping pad

● Tent, stakes, poles ● Plastic bags for dirty
● Tarps for under tents laundry
● Lanterns ● Old towels & washcloth
● Pots & pans ● Footwear for showers
● Biodegradable dish soap & dish (flip flops)
towels ● Toiletry items:
● Plates, cups, bowls ○ Shampoo, soap,
● Silverware/Plastic ware toothpaste,
● Cooking utensils/ can opener/ toothbrush,
cutting board ○ Hairbrush, comb,
● Matches deodorant, floss,
● Propane/white gas cook stove hairdryer, hair
● Fire Extinguisher bands
● Tables & Tablecloth ● Tennis shoes, hiking
● Screen tent or Cook tent shoes
● Food ● Shirts, pants, shorts,
● Water Containers/ Coolers underwear, socks
● Collapsible camp chairs ● Class A Dress Pathfinder
● Rope & clothespins Uniform
● Hammers ● Class B Field Uniform
● Pathfinder Flag with stand (Club T-shirt & pants)
● American Flag with stand ● Flashlight
● Pathfinder Guidons with stands ● Insect repellent, sunblock
● First Aid Kit ● Camera (optional)
● Club Parade Banner ● Raincoat & jacket
● Toilet Paper (just in case) ● Bible
● Garbage Bags ● Water Bottle/Canteen
● Hand Sanitizer
Note:
DO NOT BRING: Club leaders should bring a cart
Laser Pointers or wagon so you can transport
Firearms your drinking water and gray
Fireworks water.
Alcohol
Illegal Drugs Available at Lowes, Home
Tobacco of any kind Depot, Fleet Farm, Walmart, and
Weapons most
garden centers.
Each Pathfinder should bring:
● Sleeping bag, Pillow,
Blanket

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 The Pathfinder Camping Code

1. I will camp only where camping is allowed.

2. I will keep my campsite clean at all times, and I will leave it cleaner than when I found it.

3. I will never leave my campfire unattended, and when I leave I will be sure that it is entirely out.

4. I will never use my knife or ax to cut bark or scar live trees.

5. I will never pick wildflowers without permission.

6. I will never cut trails while hiking.

7. I will never pollute a lake or stream.

8. I will always respect the privacy of other campers.

9. I will always be polite and courteous.

10. I will respect all signs, authority, rules, and private property.

11. I will always conduct myself as a Pathfinder and a Christian.

12. I will always leave a campsite knowing that I am welcome to return.

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 UNIFORM REGULATIONS

For Uniform Regulations and full Uniform Manual questions or

concerns please contact the UNIFORM DIRECTOR. Contact information below.

UNIFORM DIRECTOR: VACANT

TELEPHONE:

E-MAIL: [email protected]

WEBSITE: https://floridaconference.com/pathfinder-manual/

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 PATHFINDER CLUB UNIFORM
The uniform makes the organization real and visible. It becomes emblematic and representative
of an ideal, a standard. One of the ways to set up a standard and bring the members of an
organization up to that standard is through the uniform. It should stimulate loyalty toward that
standard by building morale and binding members into closer fellowship. It also appeals to those
not already members to join. The uniform becomes a builder of Club spirit. All uniform items
should be uniform within your Club.

GIRLS UNIFORM BOYS UNIFORM STAFF UNIFORM

Tan Shirt Tan Shirt Tan Shirt

Black Skirt/Black Pants Black Pants Black Slacks (Men)
Black Shoes Black Shoes Black Skirt/Black Pants (Women)
Black Socks Black Socks Black Shoes
Natural/Nude Pathfinder Scarf with Slide Black Socks (Men)
Pathfinder Scarf with Slide Sash: Black Hose (Women)
Sash: Black Pathfinder Scarf with Slide
(May wear Master Guide
Scarf/Slide)
Sash: Black/Master Guide Green

Optional
Natural/Nude Hose or Black Hosiery (Women)
Black Tie (Men) Uniform within Club

UNIFORM INSIGNIA

Right sleeve Left Sleeve Left Front Pocket / Flap

Club Name Crescent Pathfinder World Pocket Tab
Office Strip (Staff) Master Guide Star/Combo (Staff) Level Pins (adults only)
Master Guide Pin
Baptismal Pin

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 PATHFINDER UNIFORM CHECKLIST
NAME: ___________________________________________________________

Class Level: FR CO EX RA VO GU NA PI

Field Uniform
Club T-Shirt: Have Need

Class A Uniform

Left Arm:
Florida Conference: Have Need
Pathfinder World: Have Need

Right Arm:
Club Crest Insignia: Have Need
Title Strip/E-Tracker/Varsity: Have Need
Insignia Patch: Have Need

Sash: Have Need

Received At Induction:__________________________________________________________

Staff who presented it:__________________________________________________________

Slide: Have Need

Scarf: Have Need

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For Local Club Use Only

A: There are various places you can get these items.

Tan Shirts: Any store that carries uniform shirts will carry them. Make sure there is enough
sleeve to put patches on. Guidelines are below in this FAQ.

Uniforms can be purchased from:

- AdventSource (www.adventsource.org)
- Burlington Coat Factory, Target, Ross, Etc.
- www.pathfindershirts.com Pathfinder Shirts (Located in Altamonte Springs)

PATCH PLACEMENT
A: Guidelines are shown below:

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 FLORIDA CONFERENCE PATHFINDER
OFFICIAL UNIFORM INSPECTION
1. Uniform
A. Club Crest 5 points max.
B. Level Patch (Varsity, e-Tracker, Staff) 5 points max
C. Pathfinder Triangle 5 points max
D. Conference Patch 5 points max
E. Pathfinder World Patch 5 points max
F. Class Level Strip 5 points max
G. Class Pins, Strip, Chevrons Match 5 points max
H. Ribbon Bars in Proper Position 5 points max
I. Division Elements (e-Tracker, Varsity, TLT, MG) 5 points max
J. Uniform Shirt Color (Tan) & Style 5 points max
K. Pants / Skirt Color (Black) & Style 5 points max
L. Belts (Black) and Pathfinder Buckle 5 points max
M. Socks/Stockings 5 points max
N. Black Shoes 5 points max
O. All Buttons, Buckles, Laces Fastened 5 points max
P. Overall Uniform Neat & Clean 5 points max
Q. Overall Uniform in Regulation (Pins/Patches) 10 points max

2. Personnel
A. Courtesy to Inspectors 5 points max
B. Personal Grooming (teeth, fingernails, etc.) 5 points max.

Points Possible 100 Points Received __________

There are 5 points possible for lines A-P.

Line Q has 10 points possible.
Lines are to be tallied and divided by 20.
A final total of 5 points is possible/per line (except for line Q).
A maximum of 25 points may be deducted from any Club for inappropriate behavior during the Event.

5 points: Superior 4 points: Excellent 3 points: Good 2 points: Fair 1 point: Basic

All Uniform Inspections shall be conducted in accordance with the current edition of the Florida
Conference Uniform Manual. https://floridaconference.com/pathfinder-manual/

Church
Name:_________________________________Director:______________________________________

Date:__________________________________ Inspector:____________________________________

TOTAL SCORE:_______________________________

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 Section 4
Club of the Year (COY)

Club of the Year Guidelines………………………………………………..……….……..…...………56

Rationale for Conference Activities………………………………...………………......…….……….57
Registering Your Club with the Conference ………………………..…………………..…….......…58
Club Evaluation Form……………………………………………………………………………….…..59
Basic Drill Evaluation Form……………………..……………………………………………………...60
Share Your Faith…………………………………………………………………………………..…61-63
Pathfinder of the Year…...………………………………………….……………………………....64-71

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Club of the Year Requirements

Requirements - Click Here

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 Rationale for Activities

I. Leadership Convention

A. Rationale for Pathfinder and Adventurer Leadership Convention

The Pathfinder Leadership Convention is held each year in Florida for all Pathfinder staff
volunteers, especially Directors, deputy directors, and counselors. This program is
designed to inspire and train and give opportunities to network with other leaders.

B. Guidelines for Clubs Attending

1. The attendance at Leadership Convention by at least one Club representative is
required for "Pathfinder Club of the Year".
2. Personnel attending the convention should remember that this is a training course and
not a family weekend. Club leaders should bring only those persons who will help in the
Club program during the year.
3. Pathfinder Directors should register their convention members using the online
reservations site at (www.nadyouth.com) well in advance of arrival to guarantee a
sleeping accommodation.
4. Those attending should be encouraged to wear their Class A uniform on Sabbath
morning and/or proper Sabbath attire and casual wear for the balance of the weekend.

II. Conference Events

A. Conference Camporees
The Conference Camporees are held in various parts of Florida and, when prepared
properly, provide opportunities for the Pathfinder to broaden his/her experience in several
ways. The Conference Camporee can draw on a far larger source of talent, skills, and
knowledge than normally available to the Club.
1. Attendance at a Conference Camporee provides Pathfinders with a broadened concept
of the Seventh-day Adventist Pathfinder movement.
2. Club leaders and Pathfinders have an opportunity to compare their own Club's
progress with that of other Clubs.
3. Pathfinders expand their personal friendships when they meet other young people.
4. Pathfinders are given a chance to demonstrate their special skills and achievements.

B. Guidelines
1. All Clubs, new and old, must attend camporees to qualify for "Pathfinder Club of the
Year."
2. Clubs should plan to arrive/set up their campsite before sundown on Friday.
3. Club leaders must supervise and be responsible for their Pathfinders at all times.
4. All Pathfinders are expected to participate in all events.
5. Pathfinders and Club staff should wear uniforms during Sabbath or as specified by the
Conference Director. No short shorts or questionable attire allowed while at the
camporee.
6. The Florida Conference Camporee is for Friends through Master Guides and staff.

III. Area Events and Staff Activities

A. Area Camporees, Staff Activities, and Special Events are planned by Area Administrators
and staff to allow Clubs in their areas to join in Christian fellowship for short periods of time.
It provides Area Administrators with the opportunity to have all Clubs involved in activities
unique to their local areas of the state. Area events help Clubs minimize the expense of
traveling long distances. Area camporees are open to Clubs outside their specific
geographical area. These outside Directors are to contact the Florida Conference of their
plans to attend the camporee. Examples: beach programs, bike trips, canoe adventures,
nature campouts, backpack trips.

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 Registering Your Club with the Conference

CLUB OF THE YEAR REQUIREMENT

Deadline: August 15

Visit www.floridaconference.com/padymms

You can find Step by Step process for both

New (Request an account) and Returning (Reactivate an account).

Directors & Secretaries - are the ONLY two staff members with access to YMMS.

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 Club Evaluation Form
CLUB OF THE YEAR REQUIREMENT - DUE - April 1st

A yearly Club evaluation is to be done by your Area Administrator, Zone Administrator, Cluster Coordinator, or a
PAC member, during a Club meeting. Class A uniforms must be worn for the evaluation. Your Club Director is to
make all the arrangements. This evaluation should be completed before April 1st, and the name of the evaluator
written on the form.

Your Quarterly Report is to be turned in on April 1st. No evaluations should be done after the April 1st
deadline. If the report is done in the YMMS by the end of the day, April 1, points will be given; if not, no points will
be given. Points will ONLY be added once approved by the OAV/PAD Office team.

CHURCH:_______________________________ CLUB DIRECTOR:____________________

EVALUATOR: QUALIFICATIONS:________________________________________________

E = Excellent S = Satisfactory NI = Needs Improvement

1. ENVIRONMENT
a. Is the physical setting of the meeting area attractive?
b. Is it well-lit and clean?
c. Is there adequate space for all the Pathfinders’ needs?
d. Are the buildings and fixtures well maintained?
2. TEAMWORK
a. Is there adequate personnel?
b. Do they all know what is expected of them?
c. Are the responsibilities spread evenly?
d. Does the Director, or person in charge, show leadership abilities?
3. PROGRAM
a. Is there a good balance of physical, social, mental and spiritual activities?
b. Are the classes and other activities appropriate to the age groups?
c. Is the monthly calendar posted where all Pathfinders can see?
d. Is Basic Drill encouraged and taught?
4. ORGANIZATION AND PLANNING
a. Was formation for opening and closing ceremonies done in an organized,
Christ-centered manner?
b. Were flags posted correctly?
c. Are Club records, such as Medical Consent forms, kept filed for quick use or reference,
including attendance records?
d. Are all supplies and equipment in the right place at the right time?
e. Is everyone ready to perform their job when needed?
5. TEACHING METHODS
a. Do the teachers keep the interest of the Pathfinders?
b. Do they carefully explain what is to be done or learned?
c. Do they assist each Pathfinder when needed?
d. Do they allow time for proper cleanup?
e. Do they ask summary questions at the end of the class time, when appropriate, to make
sure the Pathfinders have understood what was taught?

Name / Signature of Evaluator: _______________________________ Date: ___________

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 BASIC DRILL
CLUB OF THE YEAR REQUIREMENT EVALUATION FORM
*Please, have a copy of this document available for your Evaluator

Your Club (Pathfinders and Staff) should go through a Basic Drill Evaluation every year. This is to
be performed by your Area Administrator, State Drilling & Marching Program Director, a PAC
member, or by a Conference-authorized person during Club meeting time. Class A uniform must
be worn for the evaluation. Your Club Director is to make all the arrangements.
Evaluation MUST be completed before April 1st by end of day, and uploaded in the YMMS. No
evaluations should be done after the April 1st deadline. Please report it on Quarterly Report. (The
form does not need to be sent to the Conference office, keep it for your records).

CHURCH: ____________________________ CLUB:________________________________

DIRECTOR: __________________________ DRILL MASTER: ________________________

EVALUATOR: ______________________________ TITLE: ___________________________

CLASS “A” UNIFORM: _____Yes _____No

This Pathfinder Club has successfully executed all the Basic Drill required commands listed
below:
_____ Fall In
_____ Fall Out
_____ Dress Right, Dress / Ready Front
_____ Cover / Recover
_____ Open Ranks, March / Close Ranks, March
_____ At Ease_____ Attention
_____ Parade Rest
_____ Prayer Attention
_____ Present Arms / Order Arms
_____ Hand Salute (called)
_____ Right Face / Left Face
_____ About Face
_____ Mark Time, March
_____ Forward, March
_____ Right Flank / Left Flank, March
_____ Rear, March
_____ Column Left / Column Right, March
_____ Eyes Right / Eyes Front (marching and at Halt)
_____ Halt
_____ Dismissed

REVIEW OF PERFORMANCE: _______Great _______Good _______ Needs Improvement

Signature of Evaluator: _______________________________________ Date:____________

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 SHARE YOUR FAITH #1 & #2
CLUB OF THE YEAR REQUIREMENT DUE April 1st.

This is a SAMPLE form ONLY. Please fill out this form online in the YMMS (Youth Ministries Management
System).

One Share Your Faith Must be LOCAL. The Second optional event can be LOCAL or International.

To receive credit towards COY:

1) Fill out this form in YMMS

2) Register your young people for the Share Youth Faith event in YMMS.

Church Name:
____________________________________________________________________________

Club Director: ______________________________________________________________________

Dates of Project: ______________________ Phone:_____________________________

Number of Adults in your Club: ______

Number of Club Members participating in this project: ____ Percentage: %
Number of hours Club worked on project: _____ hours.
Describe your Project in Detail:

____________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

Evaluate your Project (Explain what made the project successful and what you would change for the
future)

____________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

Keep in mind this form must be filled out through www.nadyouth.com

Also, remember to register all the Pathfinders that participated in the Share Your Faith Event. This will be
used to check the 60% requirement (60% of the total Pathfinders registered in YMMS as of April 1). This
will also automatically add this activity to each member’s history.

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 “Share Your Faith” Project Suggestions
From the beginning of the Pathfinder year, each Club needs to determine what it will be doing
for its Club’s major “Share Your Faith” project. Pathfinder Clubs are encouraged to use their
imagination in planning their projects. However, examples of good “Share Your Faith” projects
include:

● Earn your PAC Wings (Evangelistic honor)

● Club responsible for Bible School (similar to VBS) during church or an evangelistic
series
● Tape ministry
● Parade, including floats and drill team
● Bible drama for community, area churches and others
● Branch Sabbath School
● Meals-On-Wheels
● Clean-A-Thon
● Aluminum can collection
● Historical site restoration
● Books to city officials
● Start a new church
● Collecting and repairing toys for a mission field
● Literature racks
● Adopt-A-Club
● Flea market for needy project
● Birthday cards for people in nursing homes
● Writing letters for people who are unable to write
● Raise money to send a child to camp
● Raise money to put a set of books in the library
● Parties for physically challenged and needy children
● Flowers for your town (beautification project)
● Make auto litter bags
● Make nesting houses, birdhouses, and feeders
● Environmental project
● Adopt a needy family
● Start a Club
● Create a Club web page
● Create a chat room to increase awareness of Pathfinder ministries
● Video of Club activities to share with shut-ins
● Obituary Evangelism
● Wash cars for the elderly
● Mow grass for the physically challenged
● Involve physically challenged in Club (full activities)
● Build entry ways for physically challenged
● Nurture a new Club in at least three (3) campouts
● Manage a food booth

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 HARVEST REPORT
Treat Instead of Trick

Club Name:__________________________________________________________________

Director: Phone:______________________________________________________________

Suggested Share Your Faith Activity

Every year Pathfinders get involved in activities for sharing their faith. The campaign that happens
during the holiday commonly celebrated as Halloween, is a perfect example. In October when other
boys and girls go around hiding behind masks and asking for candy, Pathfinders have nothing to hide.
They do not come for tricks, but to ask for food for those in need. While others may sometimes come to
scare, Pathfinders come to share their time on behalf of others. While there is so much hate and greed
in the world, Pathfinders come to color the world with love!

Would you like to find a real interesting project for your Pathfinders at Halloween time? -- Something
that would really turn them on? -- Yet give good wholesome guidance in Christian living? -- Where they
are eager and willing to help you carry it out?

1. Numbers of members working (Pathfinders and Staff): ______

2. Total pieces of literature distributed:______
3. Total number of cans collected:______
4. Total number of non-canned food items collected:______
5. Total pieces of clothing collected:______
6. Money collected:______
7. Total number of food baskets distributed:______
8. Total number of food baskets prepared:______
9. Submit story and pictures to Florida Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Department (email us @
[email protected])

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 Year End Data Report SAMPLE FORM ONLY

(since 2020 - we are asking Clubs to update this info in YMMS)

DIRECTOR’S NAME:_______________________________________________________

CHURCH NAME:__________________________________________________________

1. Number Invested:

Friend_____ Trail Friend_____ Voyager_____ Advanced Voyager_____

Companion_____ Trail Companion_____ Guide_____ Advanced Guide_____

Explorer_____ Frontier.Explorer_____ Pioneer_____ Advanced Pioneer_____

Ranger_____ Frontier Ranger_____ Navigator_____ Advanced Navigator_____

Master Guide_____

2. Number of Honors Awarded (total of entire Club combined):________

Number of Honor Masters Awarded (example – Aquatic Master):_____

3. Number of Baptisms: Friend - Ranger, Voyager - Guide, Pioneer - Navigator__________

4. How many non-Seventh-day Adventist children are registered in your Club?___________

5. How often does your Club hold meetings? Every Other Week_____ Twice a Month______
Once a Month ________ Other (explain)_______________________________________

6. Where do you meet? Church______ School______ Other (describe)__________________

7. Do you have a short devotional or worship at every meeting? _____YES ______NO

8. How many Club members/staff are currently working on their Master Guide?______

Please register them (and all other Master Guides) with the Pathfinder Dept.
Registration forms. Website: http://floridaconference.com/master-guide/

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 Pathfinder of the Year RESUME
-Submit to Local Club Director by March 1
-Forward to Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Department by April 1

PATHFINDER’S NAME:__________________________________________ AGE:______

CHURCH:_____________________________________
DIRECTOR:_________________________

1. Attach to this form a photo of you working on your “Special Accomplishment”.

2. What was your “Special Accomplishment” (describe preparation, implementation &
follow-up)?______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

3. How many total hours did you spend on the project?________________________________

4. Why did you choose this project?_______________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________

5. Explain how (if at all) other people helped you with your project:_______________________
______________________________________________________________________________

6. How have you been affected by this project?______________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________

7. What Basic & Advanced level study did you complete this year?______________________
_____________________________________________________________________________

8. Explain what part of your Basic or Advanced level study was most challenging this
year?__________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

9. What Honor did you complete on your own initiative, and how did you do it?
_______________________________________________________________________________

10. How did you contribute to the overall Spiritual Level of your Club this year?
_______________________________________________________________________________

11. Why do you think you should be Pathfinder of the Year?_____________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________

Signature:_________________________________________________ Date:_________________

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 “Pathfinder of the Year” Award
e-Tracker & Varsity
PHILOSOPHY
The Pathfinder of the Year award is given to the young person who, on his or her own initiative and
without prodding, desires to receive the award. The requirements are not intended to be easy and are
designed to present a challenge to the Pathfinder, who is exceptional in all aspects of life and
desires in every way to be an "outstanding" individual.

The Director must realize that this is an award for an exceptional Pathfinder. The program must be
explained, and each Pathfinder should be encouraged to participate. This award should be highly
sought after, and those receiving it must be deserving of it. It is the intent of this program to
encourage excellence among our young people. However, this is not an award for a Pathfinder who
must constantly be reminded and prodded to meet the requirements.

In reviewing the Pathfinder of the Year's requirements, you will note that those who complete the
requirements have met and exceeded the requirements of the Good Conduct Award. Also, note
that four honors must be taught to all Pathfinders during the year, and one additional
honor must be earned on his/her own efforts. Also, note that a regular Pathfinder level and
advanced Pathfinder level must be earned. Spiritual and “Share Your Faith” activities must be performed.

Even if a Pathfinder has met all the requirements of this award, but does not have a positive attitude
toward Pathfindering, he/she should not be considered for this award. Throughout the entire Pathfinder year,
the Director and staff should be looking closely at all Pathfinders to determine what kind of attitude the
Pathfinder under consideration might have.

IMPORTANT: To receive this award, the Pathfinder must be approved by the local Pathfinder Club
Staff by a SECRET BALLOT majority vote. This vote should be based on the Pathfinder’s evaluation
sheets and the Club Staff’s personal observations. This puts the decision on the total staff so that no
one person must bear the responsibility.

A maximum of three (3) Pathfinders of the Year applicants PER CLUB may be submitted to the
Conference. If a Club Director feels that his/her Club has more than three candidates, he/she
must submit those names and the reason for recognition to the State Pathfinder Administrator
AND Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Director by March 20th for consideration.

Please understand that the Conference-level Pathfinder of the Year award and an award for an
outstanding local Pathfinder are not the same. You may have an outstanding local Pathfinder who
may not meet the requirements for the Pathfinder of the Year award. Any Pathfinder who barely
misses being Pathfinder of the Year certainly deserves some special recognition from the local Club
as compensation for his/her accomplishments. This local award, however, may not be worn on the
Pathfinder uniform.

The Pathfinder of the Year award for E-tracker and Varsity Pathfinders will be presented at the
Florida Conference, Red Zone.

The Pathfinder of the Year program should be the central focus when planning for Pathfinder activities. On
registration night, it should be explained to parents and Pathfinders.
ALL Pathfinders should be encouraged to strive to be the BEST Pathfinder they can be.

Forms need to be received by the conference office by April 1st.

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 Pathfinder of the Year Requirements
PATHFINDER CLUB PARTICIPATION

1. PATHFINDER CLUB PARTICIPATION

○ Be an active member since the beginning of the current Pathfinder year.
○ Be present and on time for no less than 85% of the weekly Club meetings.
○ Attend 85% local Club functions: hikes, campouts, trips, and projects.
○ Must attend at least one of the following conference functions - State Camporee,
Area Camporee, or Red Zone. If your Club will not be attending a Camporee, or if
there is no camporee scheduled for the year, you must attend Red Zone as your
conference function.
○ Have a complete, clean, and pressed uniform and wear it when required.
○ Exhibit a positive attitude towards wearing the uniform.
○ Know the meaning of the uniform insignia, or the meaning of the Pathfinder Pledge
& Law.
○ Be invested in a Pathfinder level completed during the year.
○ Be invested in a Pathfinder advanced level completed during the year.
○ Must earn five (5) honors during the year, one of which must be earned on his/her
own initiative and not done at camp, school, or in Pathfinders.

2. SPECIAL ACCOMPLISHMENT
As an individual, perform an outstanding accomplishment during the year, giving at least
ten (10) hours to the preparation, implementation, and follow-up. The project must be
organized entirely by the Pathfinder. It must be outside of Pathfinder activities, and it cannot
be for the benefit of his/her family. All projects, and any exceptions to the rules, must be
approved by the Club Director (no more request forms to the Conference).

3. PATHFINDER RESUME
The Director should give all eligible Pathfinders a blank “Pathfinder of the Year Resume” by
mid-February. This resume must be completed by the Pathfinder (including the project
photo) and returned to the Club Director by March 1. After the Club staff evaluates the
resume, the ORIGINAL is uploaded into YMMS by April 1.

4. PERSONAL EVALUATION
The Director should make sure that all eligible Pathfinders are given four (4) Pathfinder of
the Year “Evaluation Sheets” and envelopes by mid-February. Pathfinders must (with
complete honesty) fill out one of these sheets to evaluate themselves. It is their
responsibility to give the remaining sheets to three (3) adults who know them well. We
strongly recommend the following people: Pathfinder Counselor, Parent/Guardian, School
Teacher, their Sabbath School Teacher, or Pastor. The evaluators should complete the
form, seal it in the envelope, and return it to the Pathfinder, who then forwards all four (4)
sheets to their Director by March 1.

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The combined point’s average of all four (4) evaluation sheets must total at least 8.45
points to be eligible for the award, and must be documented on the “Requirement
Completion Form”. The Personal Evaluation will be based on the following:

○ APPEARANCE: Personal appearance and hygiene; keeps bedroom neat; cleans up

after him/herself.
○ CONDUCT: Shows respect towards authority, elders, and all family members. Sets a
good example to his/her peers by being courteous, kind, and obedient. Takes active
interest in school, and in all aspects of Pathfinders. Finishes chores without being
excessively prodded.
○ SPIRITUAL: Pathfinder must show that he/she is spiritually reverent, has positive
Christian attitudes and manners, has personal devotions (Bible studies), and must
be regularly involved in church activities (a non- Adventist youth involved in his/her
own church meets this requirement, and a non-church goers may rely on the
Pathfinder Club's spiritual activities).

5. CLUB STAFF EVALUATION

The candidate must be approved by the Club Staff (at a staff meeting) by a SECRET
BALLOT majority vote.This vote should be based on the Pathfinder’s Resume, his/her four
(4) Evaluation Sheets, and on the personal observations of the Staff. Document the results
of this majority vote on the “Requirement Completion Form”.

6. REQUIREMENT COMPLETION FORM

A Pathfinder Club Leader must fill out the Pathfinder of the Year ``Requirement Completion
Form” and upload it into YMM by April 1. Please attach the Candidate’s Resume to this
form, for these are the only two documents we need to determine the award winners.

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 Pathfinder of the Year
Special Accomplishment
As an individual, perform an outstanding accomplishment during the year, giving at least ten (10) hours to the
preparation, implementation, and follow-up. The project must be organized entirely by the Pathfinder, it must
be outside of Pathfinder activities, and it cannot be for the benefit of his/her family. All projects, and any
exceptions to the rules, must be approved by the local club director.
Once the individual “Special Accomplishment” is completed, the Pathfinder must document the procedure and
results on the Pathfinder of the Year Resume, and submit it to the Club Director by March 1. The Pathfinder
should feel free to choose a special project that interests him/her. Some examples are:

1. Fundraising for worthy projects

2. Assisting in Sabbath School department
3. Temperance talks to younger grades
4. Tutoring of a younger student at school
5. Free yard care and/or housework for the elderly or an invalid
6. Having Story Hours
7. Holding a church office
8. Volunteer work in a hospital
9. Landscaping public building or churches
10. Developing nature trails
11. Tree planting
12. Flower boxes for town streets
13. Clown Ministry
14. Books and games to hospital
15. Rehabilitation with physically challenged
16. Posters and art projects for hospitals
17. Prepare Christmas stockings for orphans
18. Develop a vespers program for church
19. Assist with food or clothing distribution
20. Adopt a grandparent
21. Babysitting during church programs
22. Volunteer work at Humane Society
23. Free pet sitting or pet care for elderly or physically challenged
24. Reading to a blind person
25. Secret pals to shut-ins
26. Baking and sending cookies to servicemen or academy/college students
27. Adopt-A-Highway (river, beach, park, or playground)
28. Letter writing for an elderly or blind person
29. Puppet ministry
30. Adopt a Club
31. Start a new Club
32. Develop an Evangelistic web page
33. Teach computer skills to children
34. Adopt a family in need
35. Obituary Evangelism
36. Raise money for special needs children
37. Launching a personal ministry in the church/community to bless others.

Remember that this should be an outstanding project. It is NOT a Club project. It is something that the

Pathfinder should choose, work at, and report on from an individual basis.

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 REQUIREMENT COMPLETION FORM
Pathfinder of the Year
FOR PATHFINDER LEADER ONLY

Church:______________________________ Candidate's Name:____________________________

Pathfinder Leader filling out the Form:__________________________________________________

____Is an active member (or “online” member) since the beginning of the current Pathfinder year.
____Was present and on time for 85% of weekly Club meetings. (“Online”- e-mail counselor 85% of
the weeks. Meet with their counselor at least once a month.)
____Attended 85% of local Club functions. (“Online” as allowed by school schedule.)
____One of the following completed:
A. Attended a Conference State/Area Camporee.
B. Attended at least one Conference Pathfinder function.
C. Will attend “Red Zone”.
____Has a complete, clean and pressed uniform and wore it when required.
____Exhibited a positive attitude towards wearing the uniform.
____Knows the meaning of one of these: ____The Uniform Insignia
____The Pathfinder Pledge & Law

____Was (or will be) invested in the following Pathfinder Level completed during the year_________.
____Was (or will be) invested in a Pathfinder Advanced Level completed during the year_________.
____List 5 honors earned, one of which must be earned on his/her own initiative.

1. Honor by own initiative:_________________________ 2.________________________________

3.________________________ 4.__________________________ 5.________________________

____The Special Accomplishment Project was approved by the Club Director.

____Resume was completed by the Candidate and is attached to this form.
____Please calculate the average of all four (4) Evaluation Sheets (must be at least 8.45):
A. Average of Evaluation Sheet #1_______
B. Average of Evaluation Sheet #2_______
C. Average of Evaluation Sheet #3_______
D. Average of Evaluation Sheet #4_______
E. Total Evaluation Points (add A, B, C & D)_______
F. Average of all 4 Evaluation Sheets (divide E by 4)_______

____The candidate was approved by the Club Staff (at a staff meeting) by a SECRET BALLOT
majority vote. This vote was based on the Pathfinder’s Resume, his/her four (4) Evaluation Sheets,
and the Club Staff’s personal observations.

Signature of Pathfinder Leader:_____________________________________ Date_____________

* You must be uploaded into YMMS by April 1.

Please attach the Candidate’s Resume to this form, for these are the only two documents
We need to determine the Pathfinder of the Year award winners.
(This is the only document we need to determine the Pathfinder of the Year award candidate)

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 Pathfinder of the Year
EVALUATION SHEET
Local Church Form

The Conference Pathfinder of the Year award can be given to a maximum of three (3)
Pathfinders per Club, throughout the state of Florida each year. The requirements are not
intended to be easy and are designed to present a challenge to the Pathfinder who is
exceptional, and outstanding in all aspects of life. This includes a continuation and growth of
these qualities throughout the year. One of the requirements for this award is that the candidate
must (with adult help if needed) give this Evaluation Sheet to three (3) adults who know them
well (Pathfinder Staff/Counselor, one Parent/Guardian, School Teacher, Pastor or their Sabbath
School Teacher).

EVALUATOR’S RESPONSIBILITY: Please take the time to evaluate the above-mentioned

candidate to the best of your knowledge. There may be questions that do not apply to you –
LEAVE THOSE BLANK.

PLEASE SHARE THE FOLLOWING WITH ALL EVALUATOR

1) Google form: https://bit.ly/PoYEvaluation

2) Director or Secretary Email (where confirmation/copy of response will go)

Once you receive the email:

A) Total all points

B) Total amount of questions answered:
C) Average (A divided by B):

The Club Director/Club Secretary must login in to their YMMS (Youth Ministries Management
System) and enter the information listed on the Requirement Completion Form (sample on pg.
68 in this manual).

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 Section 5
Drill/Drum

Drill Overview…….……………………………………………………………….……...…..……..……..73
Basic Drill Overview……………...……………………………………………………………………..…74
Basic Drill Evaluation Form…………………………..…………………………………….…………….75
Precision Drill - Overview……...…….…………………………………………………………………...76
Precision Drill – Things You Need to Know ……………………………………………………………77
Precision Drill - Competition Judging Standards …..…………………………..………………….78-79
Precision Drill - Required Commands ..…..………………….……….……………………………..…80
Precision Drill – Note to Drill & Marching Program Directors ……....………………….……….……81
Precision Drill - Performance Evaluation …..…………………………………………………………..82
Precision Drill - Uniform Inspection …………….……....………………………….…………………...83
Precision Drill - Ribbon Bar Award Overview ………….………..……..…………………….………..84
Precision Drill - Bar Approval for Purchase Form ………….………………………………………....85
Precision Drill - Explanation of Commands ………..…………………………………………...….86-87
FreeStyle Drill Overview ….…………………………………………………………………………..88-89
FreeStyle Drill Required Basic Commands ……...………………………………………………….....90
FreeStyle Performance Evaluation ...……………………………..………………………………...…..91
Drum Corps Overview ……………………………………...……………………………….………..92-95
Drum Corps Things to Know ……………….…………………………………………………………....96
Drum Corps Registration ……...………………………………………………………………………....97
Drum Corps Evaluation ……………..…………..………………………………………………………..98
Drum Corps Ribbon Bar Overview ……………...……………………………………………………....99
Drum Corps Ribbon Bar Purchase Form …………………………....………………………………..100

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Drill & Marching Program
Pathfinder Year 2023-2024 Handbook
Revised:4/2023

The Pathfinder Club is where many young people meet Christ as their own personal Friend. It is
one of the most important missionary ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Here,
Pathfinders and young adults are building a Christian foundation with Christ as their Lord and
Savior. They are learning and teaching others by reaching a higher level each year and advancing
from Friend, to Companion, Explorer, Ranger, Voyager, Guide, Pioneer, Navigator, and Master
Guide. Activities such as camping, drilling and marching, drums, crafts, Pathfinder Bible
Experience, nature, honors, etc., work to enhance relational and leadership skills. These are just
a few of the things that can help a young person develop a wonderful and meaningful relationship
with God.

Florida Pathfinders enjoy a wonderful and exciting program that has been designed to assist with
their physical, mental, and spiritual growth, while preparing them to be the leaders of the future.
To assist with that, the Florida Pathfinders have developed a “Back to Basics” philosophy to
enhance the Pathfinder levels, and we are applying that philosophy to the Pathfinder Drilling &
Marching Program.

All Florida Pathfinder Clubs can drill and march. All Florida Pathfinder Clubs should drill and
march. We encourage drilling and marching as a fun and challenging way to learn teamwork,
self-confidence, trust, concentration and discipline. A Club that lacks the assistance of a Drill
Master or the time to march, may find that unity and discipline is much more difficult to achieve
than in a Club that makes the time to march and practice drill. Marching should not be used as a
punishment. It is an exciting and satisfying way for Pathfinders to demonstrate their skills and
display teamwork.

The Florida Conference provides an opportunity for Clubs to participate in organized

demonstrations where they can display the skills learned during the year, their development as a
team, and the precision acquired through hard work, practice, and commitment. Everyone can
perform! Everyone can participate and score 1st place, as it is not a competition against other drill
teams, but an opportunity for personal improvement and celebration.

Get inspired! Get organized! Practice… practice… practice! … and participate! We are here to
help you!

There are four categories in the Florida Conference for our Pathfinder Drill Teams to enjoy and
participate in: (1) Basic Drill, (2) Precision Drill, (3) Freestyle Drill, (4) Adult Drill (18+)

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 (1) BASIC DRILL

GOAL: To encourage all Florida Pathfinder Clubs to include drilling and marching as part
of their normal routine. This will help promote Club morale and discipline. It is also a
perfect time for Pathfinders to actively help each other and learn all the drill commands.

REQUIREMENT FOR AWARD: Basic Drill is a requirement for the Club of the Year
Award. Pathfinders and Staff should be, and are, encouraged to participate. There is no
trophy given for this drill category. See “Basic Drill Evaluation Form”.

PARTICIPANTS: All Pathfinders (e-Tracker/Varsity) and Staff should participate.

UNIFORM: All participants are to wear the Class A uniform and pass personal/individual
inspection.

EVALUATOR: The Basic Drill Evaluation is to be performed by your Area Administrator,

the State Drilling & Marching Program Director, a PAC member, or by a
Conference-authorized person during Club meeting time.

FORM DUE DATE: The “Basic Drill Evaluation Form*” can be found in this section of the
handbook. It MUST be completed before April 1st by end of day, uploaded in the YMMS
and documented on the Quarterly Report, or it will not count towards the Club of the Year
requirement. There should be no evaluations after April 1st. Form does not need to be
sent to the Conference office, keep it for your records.

*Please, have a copy of the “Basic Drill Evaluation Form” available for your Evaluator –
(scroll down - it is the next page). Thanks!

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CLUB OF THE YEAR REQUIREMENT EVALUATION FORM
*Please, have a copy of this document available for your Evaluator

Your Club (Pathfinders and Staff) should go through a Basic Drill Evaluation every year. This is to be
performed by your Area Administrator, State Drilling & Marching Program Director, a PAC member, or by
a Conference-authorized person during Club meeting time. Class A uniform must be worn for the
evaluation. Your Club Director is to make all the arrangements. Evaluation MUST be completed
before April 1st by end of day, and uploaded in the YMMS. No evaluations should be done after the April
1st deadline. Please report it on Quarterly Report. (This Form does not need to be sent to the
Conference office, keep it for your records).

CHURCH: ____________________________ CLUB: _________________________________

DIRECTOR: __________________________ DRILL MASTER: _________________________

EVALUATOR: ____________________________________ TITLE: ______________________

CLASS “A” UNIFORM: _____Yes _____No

This Pathfinder Club has successfully executed all the Basic Drill required commands listed below:

_____ Fall In
_____ Fall Out
_____ Dress Right, Dress / Ready Front
_____ Cover / Recover
_____ Open Ranks, March / Close Ranks, March
_____ At Ease
_____ Attention
_____ Parade Rest
_____ Prayer Attention
_____ Present Arms / Order Arms
_____ Hand Salute (called)
_____ Right Face / Left Face
_____ About Face
_____ Mark Time, March
_____ Forward, March
_____ Right Flank / Left Flank, March
_____ Rear, March
_____ Column Left / Column Right, March
_____ Eyes Right / Eyes Front (marching and at Halt)
_____ Halt
_____ Dismissed

REVIEW OF PERFORMANCE: _______Great _______Good

_______ Needs Improvement

Name of Evaluator: _________________________________________

Signature of Evaluator: ______________________________________ Date: ________________

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 (2) PRECISION DRILL

GOAL: To give all Florida Pathfinder Clubs the opportunity to participate in a State level event (Camporee or
Red Zone). A Precision Drill Team is officially recognized by the Florida Conference once a year, after
participating at one of these events. This is a very prestigious and exciting event for the members of a Drill
Team, as it provides them an opportunity to show-case their unity as a team and mastery of drill commands.

AWARDS: A Precision Drill Team that meets all requirements and participates in the event will be
awarded with a trophy according to their score. The Drilling & Marching Program Director will have the authority
to award First, Second, Third, or Participation Awards as decided by the judges and approved by the
Pathfinder/Adventurer Director. Precision Drill Team members will also be awarded the Precision Drill Team
Ribbon Bar, reserved only for those team members that perform and are officially recognized. The Drill Team
Ribbon Bar is also reserved for the official adult drill instructor known as the “Drillmaster”. A Precision Drill Team
member can only wear two (2) Drill Team Ribbon Bars on the uniform. Each bar can hold up to three (3) stars
based on the performance results (Gold-1st Place, Silver-2nd Place, Bronze-3rd Place).

PARTICIPANTS: Each member of the Precision Drill Team must be a member of the Club that he/she is
representing. The Precision Drill Team member must be a Pathfinder who will not be 18 years old at the time of
the performance and who is currently working on an eTracker/Varsity Pathfinder level (Friend, Companion,
Explorer, Ranger, Voyager, Guide, Pioneer, Navigator or Master Guide). A Precision Drill Team may have a
minimum of two (2) members; there is no maximum.

REGISTRATION: All participating Precision Drill Teams must pre-register. Register by submitting a copy of the
Agenda via emailed directly to the Drilling & Marching Program Director. Email address to use:
[email protected]

● For the Red Zone event (end of May) the Registration must be done online, and the Agenda must be
emailed by the 1st Friday of May no later than 12:00 noon.
● Each team must be registered in their own link
○ Drill Team #1 - Click Here / Drill Team #2 - Click Here
● For a State Camporee, the Registration must be done online, and the Agenda must be emailed by the
1st Friday of the official event month no later than 12:00 noon.

MULTIPLE TEAMS: A Club that has over 75 registered and active Pathfinders (eTrackers & Varsity) may enter
two (2) Precision Drill Teams for the Drill Event. This is a requirement that must be confirmed by the Club
Director or Church Pastor.

JUDGES: The judges will not be affiliated with the Drill Teams that they are judging. Judges will be
knowledgeable in the official NAD Pathfinder Club Drill Manual. The NAD Pathfinder Club Drill Manual will be
the standard by which all judging of commands and movements are made. Clarifications may be reviewed from
the US Army FM 22-5 (older) or TC 3-21.5 (newer). The judges’ scores and confirmation by the Drilling &
Marching Program Director will be the final score and NO CHANGES will be allowed, as this will be official and
final. Scores will be confidential until officially announced in public.

POINT SYSTEM: There are six (6) categories, five (5) points each. Total possible score of thirty (30) points per
judge.

1ST PLACE 30.00 – 27.00 POINTS 3RD PLACE 22.99 – 19.00 POINTS

2ND PLACE 26.99 – 23.00 POINTS PARTICIPATION BELOW 18.99 POINTS

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Things to know:

● Unless an official Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Director or the Drilling & Marching

Program Director invitation has been extended, out-of-Conference-Clubs/Drill Teams must
be active and registered with the Florida Conference as Clubs participating in the current
Pathfinder Year.

● In fairness to the other teams, if a Precision Drill Team member looks older than actual age,
then the Drill Master must be prepared to provide proper identification to verify the
Pathfinder’s age.

● No music will be allowed during a performance.

● Flags (National and Christian) and unit guidons may be used during a Precision Drill
Performance. Flags are to be used in a precise military display, not for dancing. Guidons and
flags are NOT required.

● A Precision Drill performance will cover a 100 feet x 100 feet area, unless otherwise notified
by the Drilling & Marching Program Director.

● The maximum time allowed for the performance of a Drill Team is five (5) minutes. Extra time
used will result in the loss of points to the Drill Team.

● One (1) point will be deducted immediately following the 5:00 minute mark, with an additional
two (2) points deducted for every five (5) seconds afterwards.

● Precision Drill is not to be confused with Basic Drill or Freestyle Drill. The use of Freestyle or
multiple commands will result in a loss of points or disqualification, as determined by the
judges and the Drilling & Marching Program Director.

● It is required to wear the complete Pathfinder Class B Uniform. If a Drill Team chooses, they
may wear the Class A uniform. Accessories may be added to the uniform. Close detail to
pins, chevrons, patches, Pathfinder belt, socks and dress shoes will be noted. (No sandals,
high heels or tennis shoes). Uniformity of the uniform should be consistent.

● All participants must complete a personal/individual and team uniform inspection.

● Improper behavior will not be tolerated from the Drill Team members, their guests or Club
members. As Pathfinders, we are always to behave in a Christ-like manner, including when a
desired placing in the score was not reached. We must be respectful to our fellow Pathfinders
and to the event staff as we are examples of true Christian sportsmanship to all who witness
our events.

● A Drill Team that enters any Florida Conference event understands that there are rules of
discipline to follow and policies that help the event run properly. Therefore, it is understood
that by registering to this event, the team has agreed to the rules and requirements. The
judge’s ruling with the confirmation of the Drilling & Marching Program Director will be final.

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Competition Judging Standards

AGENDA - A total of five (5) points are possible

A copy of the Agenda MUST be emailed to the Drilling & Marching Program Director
before 12:00 noon the 1st Friday of May for the Red Zone event, or the 1st Friday of the
event registration deadline month for a Camporee. Email address to use:
[email protected]

A copy of the “Precision Drill Required Commands List” that appears in this handbook will
not be accepted as a Drill Team’s Agenda. The agenda must be typed, NOT
handwritten.

If the Registration and Agenda is on time, the Drill Team will receive three (3) points. The
Drill Master must bring five (5) copies of the agenda to the event to be turned into the
Drilling & Marching Program Director. Two (2) more points will be given, for a total of five
(5) points possible. [The original Agenda will not be accepted at the time of the event for
the three (3) points].

AGENDA TASKS POINTS AWARDED

Agenda and Registration submitted on time 3 Points

Five (5) typed copies of the Agenda presented at Event 2 Points

The agenda turned in for 3 points must be the one that the Precision Drill Team will
perform. Otherwise, the three (3) points will NOT apply. All Agendas must begin with a
“Fall in” and end with a “Dismissed.”

DRILL CAPTAIN & DRILL TEAM MEMBERS - A total of five (5) points are possible.
The participants must be a Pathfinder (eTracker or Varsity) who is currently working on a
level from Friend to Master Guide (Precision Drill competitions are not open to
Adventurers). The Drill Captain and all the other members of the Drill Team cannot be
invested in Master Guides. Performing Drill Team members cannot be 18 years of age
at the time of the event / performance. If a Drill Team does not have a Drill Captain to
call the commands, an adult Drill Master (18 years of age or older) may call the
commands. However, the five (5) points will not apply if the age requirement is not met. If
the age requirement is met, the Drill Team earns five
(5) points.

UNIFORM - A total of five (5) points are possible.

It is required to wear the complete Pathfinder Class B Uniform. If a Drill Team chooses,
they may wear the Pathfinder Class A Uniform. Accessories may be added (no
replacement) to the uniform. Close detail to pins, chevrons, patches, Pathfinder belt,

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of the uniform should be consistent.

PRECISION, UNIFORMITY & TIMING - A total of five (5) points are possible.
Each executed command is judged for precision and sharpness. The commands to be
used are found in the “Precision Drill Required Commands List” Click Here. Commands
are not to be made up since the required commands are already listed. Multiple and
Freestyle commands are not accepted. The routine should not last longer than five
(5) minutes; any extra time used will result in loss of points, as mentioned above.

DRILL CAPTAIN / MASTER - A total of five (5) points are possible.

The adult Drill Instructor (18 years old or older) is to be called the DRILL MASTER. The
Pathfinder (e-Tracker or Varsity 17 years old or younger) who will be calling the
commands on the field during the competition is to be called the DRILL CAPTAIN. The
performance and sharpness of the Drill Captain will be judged. The Drill Captain
should participate in the commands. Voice level and authority in which the Drill Captain
takes charge of the Drill Team will be noted. The Drill Captain/Master should memorize
the agenda; however, he/she can carry a flash card only for reference.

CREATIVITY - A total of five (5) points are possible.

The commands to be used have been provided; however, the manner in which the
presentation is given will be judged. The presentation should be unique to each Club
with creativity displayed in the manner they use at least 90% of the provided
commands. There is no Freestyle allowed, since this is a Precision Drill event.

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Required Commands List (in alphabetical order)
A Precision Drill Team must use at least 90% of the required commands listed
below. Added, made up, multiple, or freestyle commands are not to be included
in a Precision Drill Performance. These commands can be found in the NAD Pathfinder Drill
Manual. You will find some commands* requested by the Drilling & Marching Program Director
aside from the commands listed in the manual (instructions in this handbook).

➔ This list is not to be used as an Agenda

➔ No other commands are to be used for a Precision Drill Performance

● # of Steps Forward, March

● 1st (2nd 3rd 4th) Squad L/R Flank, March (squads/columns must be called individually)
● 1st (2nd, 3rd, 4th) Squad Rear, March (squads/columns must be called individually)
● About Face
● At Close Interval, Dress Right, Dress
● At Ease
● At Ease, March
● Attention
● Backward, March
● Column Left, March
● Column Right, March
● Count Cadence, Count
● Count Off *
● Cover / Recover
● Dismissed
● Double Time, March
● Dress Right, Dress
● Dress Right, Dress/Ready Front
● Eyes Right (at Halt)
● Eyes Right / Front (marching)
● Fall In
● Forward, March
● Forward, March
● Half Step, March
● Halt
● Hand Salute (called)
● Mark Time, March
● Open / Close Ranks, March
● Parade Rest
● Prayer Attention
● Present Arms / Order Arms
● Quicktime, March
● Rear, March
● Rest
● Right / Left Flank, March
● Right / Left Step, March
● Right / Left Face
● Right / Left Oblique, March *
● Route Step, March
● Stand at, Ease

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Note from the Drilling & Marching Program Director

We are very excited that your Pathfinder Drill Team is performing with us this
year. The experience has proven to be an out of the ordinary and unforgettable one, not
only for the team members, but also for the entire Club, the parents, and your local church.

During your planning, please keep in mind the following:

1. The “Precision Drill Required Commands List” is not an Agenda
2. The “Precision Drill Required Commands List” cannot be turned in as an Agenda
a. The list is in alphabetical order, therefore not practical for a performance
routine
b. Commands are listed so that a Drill Team can make up their own Agenda
3. The submitted Agenda must be typed (not handwritten) or one (1) point will be
deducted
4. Turning in the “Precision Drill Required Commands List” will not qualify a Drill Team
for the three (3) Agenda points (see #1)

All performances must begin with a “Fall In” and end with a “Dismissed”. The Agenda that
is turned in is the Agenda that the Drill Team will be expected to perform.

Please submit your Registration online and email Agenda before 12:00 noon, the 1st
Friday of May for Red Zone or the 1st Friday of the event month for Camporees.
Email address to use: [email protected]

If you do not receive a confirmation for your Agenda and/or Registration, follow up with the
PAD office via email, text or call. We will do our best to follow up, but it is your
responsibility to get your Agenda and Registration submitted on time for approval.

Please, feel free to contact us with your questions and/or needs.

FL Conference PAD
Florida Conference Drilling & Marching Program Director (once voted will be shared)
[email protected]

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Performance Evaluation Form

CLUB:_________________________________________ DATE: __________________

AGENDA (5 POINTS)
● REGISTRATION AND AN AGENDA MUST BE TURNED IN TO THE CONFERENCE
OFFICE REPRESENTATIVE BY THE SET DEADLINE (3 POINTS)
● THE DRILL MASTER TURNS IN 5 COPIES OF THE AGENDA FOR THE JUDGES AT
THE TIME OF THE PERFORMANCE (2 POINTS)

DRILL CAPTAIN & DRILL TEAM MEMBERS (5 POINTS)

● CANNOT BE 18 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME OF THE EVENT
● MUST BE CURRENTLY WORKING ON THEIR PATHFINDER LEVEL, CANNOT BE AN
INVESTED MASTER GUIDE

UNIFORM (5 POINTS)
● A DRILL TEAM IS REQUIRED TO WEAR THE COMPLETE CLASS B UNIFORM. THEY
MAY ADD ACCESSORIES OR THEY MAY WEAR CLASS A IF THEY PREFER

PRECISION, UNIFORMITY & TIMING OF COMMANDS (5 POINTS)

● EACH CALLED & EXECUTED COMMAND IS JUDGED FOR PRECISION & SHARPNES
● COMMANDS TO BE USED ARE FOUND IN THE PRECISION DRILL REQUIREMENT
COMMANDS LIST - MULTIPLE & FREESTYLE COMMANDS ARE NOT ACCEPTED
● A DRILL TEAM IS ALLOWED 5 MINUTES FOR A PERFORMANCE

DRILL CAPTAIN/MASTER (5 POINTS)

● PERFORMANCE AND SHARPNESS OF THE DRILL CAPTAIN / MASTER IS JUDGED
● THE DRILL CAPTAIN/MASTER SHOULD PARTICIPATE IN THE COMMANDS
● VOICE LEVEL & AUTHORITY IN WHICH THE DRILL TEAM IS GUIDED WILL BE
LOOKED AT
● CLEAR AND UNDERSTANDABLE, CORRECT TONALITY AND PITCH-EVEN
CADENCE WHEN CALLING COMMANDS

CREATIVITY (5 POINTS)
● A PRECISION DRILL TEAM HAS TO USE AT LEAST 90% OF THE REQUIRED
COMMANDS
● THE PRESENTATION WILL BE UNIQUE TO EACH CLUB
● FREESTYLE IS NOT ACCEPTED (IF THE COMMAND IS NOT CALLED AS IT IS
REQUIRED, THEN IT IS FREESTYLE)

DRILL JUDGE: _________________________________________ DATE:________________

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Uniform Inspection Form

CLUB: _____________________________________________ DATE: _____________________

To participate in the Precision Drill Competition the Class B Pathfinder Uniform is required, otherwise it is
considered a non-competition performance.

Uniform
Manual -
Click Here

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Precision Drill Ribbon Bar Award

GOAL: To officially recognize and encourage a Precision Drill Team Member with an award that can
be worn on the uniform. A trophy will be given to the Club and Drill Team; however, this Ribbon Bar
will be for the Pathfinder to keep. The adult Drill Master, or instructor, who worked closely with the
Drill Team, may also wear this Ribbon Bar.

REQUIREMENTS: The Pathfinder must be a member of an officially recognized Precision Drill

Team, meeting the current Florida Pathfinder Drill requirements (revised 07/13). This Award is
available for those Precision Drill Teams that were officially recognized from '97-98 at The Florida
Camporee Drill Event and thereafter in any Conference authorized yearly (Red Zone or Camporee)
Precision Drill event. This award does not apply to previous (‘97-98) Drill Teams or Drill Masters.

A Precision Drill Team will obtain an Approval for Purchase form signed by the Drill Program
Director and the Pathfinder/Adventurer Director. This form is a requirement for a Drill Team to obtain
the ribbon bars and stars. These awards will not be sold to anyone without this form. The Precision
Drill Ribbon Bars and the stars can be purchased from the Pathfinder/Adventurer Department /
Online Store. No Approval for Purchase Form = NO RIBBON BARS AND NO STARS! (Email
the Store Coordinator [email protected] )

This is a very special and exclusive award that has been approved to be worn on the Pathfinder
uniform and it is not to be misrepresented. This Ribbon Bar Award is exclusively for those
Pathfinders and adult Drill Masters who have participated (performed) during the official Precision
Drill event; they are the only ones authorized to proudly wear the Ribbon Bar.

The Precision Drill Ribbon Bar award must be worn with the Class A or B uniform. It should be
placed above the Advanced Class Ribbon Bars (left pocket). If there are no Advanced Ribbon Bars,
then place the Precision Drill Ribbon Bar above the class name strip. The Ribbon Bar should be
placed on the uniform with the colors as follows: Green (towards the mid-chest) White and Gold
(toward the left arm). Stars are put on the Ribbon Bar. The stars signify an achieved First (gold),
Second (silver) or Third (bronze) place. A ribbon bar with no stars acknowledges a participating
Precision Drill Team.

At the present time, a Precision Drill Team member can only wear up to two (2) Ribbon Bars, since
a Pathfinder or Drill Master can be eligible to participate in the Drill Team consecutive years. Each
bar can hold up to three stars. For those Active Team Members who exceed this amount, please
contact the Drilling & Marching Program Director.

A Precision Drill Team Ribbon Bar is only awarded to Precision Drill Teams that perform in an
Official Yearly Conference Sponsored event such as Red Zone or at a specified State Camporee.

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 Drill Ribbon Bar Award
Approval Purchase Form

DATE: _________________

The _________________________________________________ Drill Team

has won the ____________ place in a Florida Conference Official Pathfinder Event.

This Pathfinder Drill Team has the approval to purchase and use the official

DRILL TEAM RIBBON BAR AWARD

As approved by PAC, to be worn exclusively by the performing

Red Zone or Official State Camporee Drill Team members and the adult Drill Master.

Total Performing Drill Team Members including Drill Master: ___________

TOTAL BARS*: __________________ ($1.75)

TOTAL STARS*: _________________ ($1.30)

➔ Gold Stars (1st Place): ________

➔ Silver Stars (2nd Place): _______
➔ Bronze Stars (3rd Place): ______

___________________________________________________
FLORIDA CONFERENCE DRILLING & MARCHING PROGRAM DIRECTOR

_____________________________________________________________
FLORIDA CONFERENCE PATHFINDER/ADVENTURER DIRECTOR

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EXPLANATION FOR SELECTED DRILL PRECISION COMMANDS

Count Off in Line or Column

Count Off is briefly described in the Pathfinder Drill Manual, page 20.

This section explains the command in detail as agreed by the Florida Conference Drilling &
Marching Committee for Precision Drill.

A. Counting Off is executed only from right to left when in line formation and from front
to rear when in column formation. The command is COUNT, OFF. The guidon bearer does
not take part in the command.

B. When in LINE FORMATION, at the command of execution, all Pathfinders except

the flank on the extreme right turn their heads and eyes to the right, and beginning with the
right most flank will in unison call out the number 1 (one), the next group of Pathfinders to
the left calls out the number 2 (two), at the same time turning their heads and eyes to face
forward. The numbers are counted out in the cadence of quick time. All movements are to
be made in a precise manner. Please refer to the following diagram for further explanation.

(Line 3) 1 2 3 This diagram shows a three-line formation

that is three Pathfinders wide. The numbers
(Line 2) 1 2 3 indicate both the position of an individual
Pathfinder and what number they are to say
(Line 1) 1 2 3 as they "COUNT OFF".

Commander

C. When in COLUMN FORMATION, at the command of execution, each Pathfinder in

succession (starting with the lead Pathfinder) turns their head to the right and counts off
their number sharply over their shoulder. The Pathfinder then turns their head back to the
front. The next Pathfinder in line does the same, and so forth, and the last Pathfinder in line
keeps their eyes and head facing forward as they call their number. Please refer to the
following diagram for further explanation.

4 4 This diagram shows a two-column formation that is

3 3 four Pathfinders deep. The numbers indicate both the
2 2 position of an individual Pathfinder and what
1 1 number they are to say as they
(Col 1) (Col2) "COUNT OFF".

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Left / Right Oblique March

Some past editions of the Pathfinder Drill Manual feature the L/R Oblique March command.
It is also a standard command at the NAD INTERNATIONAL Camporee Drill Competition
and included in their Drill Team Information Packet.

This section explains the command in detail as agreed by the Florida Conference Drilling &
Marching Committee for Precision Drill.

A. To change the direction of marching by 45 degrees the preparatory command of

RIGHT (LEFT) OBLIQUE is given as the foot in the desired direction strikes the ground, and
the command of execution, MARCH, is given the next time the foot in the desired direction
strikes the ground. On the command, MARCH, all Pathfinders take one additional step
forward and pivot to the new direction on the ball of the lead foot and step off in the new
direction with the trailing foot, and continue marching in the new direction.

B. To exit this, or to resume the original direction, it will be necessary to give the counter
command of RIGHT (LEFT) OBLIQUE, MARCH. This is to be executed the same way as
previously described.

Example: If a formation is marching forward at quick time and has an obstacle in its path the
Captain may call "LEFT OBLIQUE, MARCH" once past the obstacle the Captain would call
"RIGHT OBLIQUE, MARCH" to resume the below.

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GOAL: The Freestyle Drill category builds upon Precision by adding creativity (multiple commands,
fancy movements, and sharp teamwork) to the standard commands. Starting with Red Zone 2017,
this will be a category/option Drill Teams can choose for the Drill Competition INSTEAD of
Precision alone.

AWARDS: Awards for Freestyle Drill at Red Zone will be the same as for Precision Drill (see
Precision Drill AWARDS section). For Area or State Camporee and other non-Red Zone events,
awards will be determined on a per event basis.

REQUIREMENTS:
➔ PARTICIPANTS: A member of a Drill Team must be a good standing member of the Club
that he/she is representing. All members of the Drill Team must be Pathfinders who will not be 18
years old at the time of the performance and currently working on an eTracker/Varsity Pathfinder
level (Friend, Companion, Explorer, Ranger, Voyager, Guide, Pioneer, Navigator, or Master Guide).
A Freestyle Drill Team may have a minimum of two (2) members; there is no maximum.

➔ REGISTRATION: All participating Freestyle Drill Teams competing at Red Zone must
register by the 1st Friday of May no later than 12:00 noon by completing the following:
1. Registration Form (online). Each team must be registered in their own link
a. Drill Team #1 - Click Here / Drill Team #2 - Click Here
2. Submit by email a link to a video (camera or smartphone) to the Drilling & Marching
Program Director. The Drill Committee will review the performance and determine if it is allowed for
Red Zone. Any changes to the performance, after the video has been submitted, must be declared
in an email to the Drilling & Marching Program Director.
a. Email address to use: [email protected]
b. The video can be uploaded to Google Drive, DropBox, etc., and link sent
3. Do not submit an Agenda. Unlike Precision Drill, the Agenda for Freestyle Teams is
provided (see Freestyle Drill Required Basic Commands List).

➔ MULTIPLE TEAMS: A Club that has over 75 registered and active Pathfinders (e-Trackers
& Varsity) may enter two (2) Drill Teams for the Drill Event (either two (2) Basic, two (2) Freestyle,
or one (1) Basic with one (1) Freestyle). This is a requirement that must be confirmed by the Club
Director or Church Pastor.

➔ EXECUTION: A Freestyle Drill Team must first execute the required Precision Drill
Commands before performing the rest of the routine. Each Freestyle Drill Team will be allowed
eight (8) minutes for performance.

➔ UNIFORM: A Freestyle Drill Team must wear the Pathfinder Class A Uniform, or Class B
Uniform with accessories. The military style use of flags (National, Christian, and Pathfinder) and
unit guidons is encouraged. Nothing should be carried by the Drill Team members that is or
symbolizes weapons or firearms.

➔ CONDUCT: A Drill Team represents more than a Club; it also represents Christ. Therefore,
a Christian attitude must be upheld.

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The performance must look military. The following will NOT be tolerated: music, dancing, improper
behavior, and/or sensual gyrations or movements. A Freestyle Drill Team must behave properly at
all times (this also includes the Club members present for the performance). If improper behavior is
demonstrated; the judges have the authority to (1) expel, (2) disqualify, (3) forfeit participation in
the Drill Event at next year’s Red Zone for a Drill Team that behaves in such a manner.

All performances will be upheld to the Florida Pathfinder Drill standard and requirements, whether
it is for a performance or a non-judged performance.

JUDGING: The ruling by the judges will be FINAL. Judges will not be affiliated with the performing
Drill Team. The Freestyle Drill Teams will be judged on uniform, full presentation of required
commands, precision and sharpness in executing the commands, execution of the freestyle
commands and its routine. The scoresheet will be similar to Precision Drill, but with an added
section for Freestyle (5 points).

COMMANDS: A Freestyle Drill Team must perform the required Basic Drill commands (see
Freestyle Required Basic Commands List) first and then they should move into the Freestyle
performance. A “Fall Out / Fall In” between Basic and Freestyle is required to separate the
performances. Agendas are optional and not required. No dancing, improper movements or
behavior will be permitted. The judges will have the final word if a team is in violation and if
necessary, will terminate a performance before it is completed.

TIME LIMIT: The maximum time allowed for a Freestyle performance is eight (8) minutes. Extra
time used will result in the loss of points to the Drill Team.
[Two (2) points every five (5) seconds starting at the 8:00 minute mark with -1].

POINT SYSTEM: The scoring system for Freestyle Drill is similar to Precision Drill. This is to
reinforce the concept that Freestyle is an extension to Precision Drill. There are seven (7)
categories of five (5) points each with Freestyle being the additional category. Total possible score
of thirty-five (35) points per judge.

1ST PLACE: 35.00 – 32.00 POINTS

2ND PLACE: 31.99 – 28.00 POINTS
3RD PLACE: 27.99 – 24.00 POINTS
PARTICIPATION BELOW: 23.99 POINTS

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Required Basic Commands List (Red Zone)
When executing these commands in the sequence specified, there are instances when
another command not on the list must be executed before the next command specified can
be executed.

The Drill Master or Drill Captain may carry a card with the written commands for reference if
she/he desires to.

● Fall In (performance begins)

● Open Ranks, March
● Present Arms
● Prayer Attention
● Close Ranks, March
● Right Face
● Right Flank, March
● Left Flank, March
● Column Left, March
● Count Cadence, March
● Halt
● Left Face
● Left Step, March
● Dress Right, Dress
● Count Off
● Right Face
● Column Right, March
● At Ease, March
● Rear, March
● Eyes Right, Ready Front
● About Face
● Present Arms
● Fall Out
● Fall In

FREESTYLE ROUTINE BEGINS HERE...

Remember that the 8-minute performance includes the required basic commands [above]
and your freestyle performance. If timer reaches eight (8) minutes or beyond, your team will
incur in penalty of 1 to 2 points per 5 seconds)

Dismissed - All Performances must end with a “Dismissed”

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Performance Evaluation Form
CLUB: _____________________________________________ DATE: __________________

REGISTRATION (5 POINTS)
● Online registration by the set deadline (5 points)
● Submit video link of the performance to the drilling & marching program director
for the review and acceptance. Any changes must be declared approved prior to the
performance (required).

DRILL CAPTAIN & DRILL TEAM MEMBERS (5 POINTS)

● Cannot be 18 years old at the time of the event.
● Must be currently working on their pathfinder level, cannot be an invested master guide.

UNIFORM (5 POINTS)
● A drill team is required to wear the complete class b uniform.
● They may add accessories or they may wear class A if they prefer.

PRECISION, UNIFORMITY & TIMING OF COMMANDS (5 POINTS)

● Each called & executed command is judged for precision &
sharpness.
● Commands to be used are found in the freestyle drill requirement commands list
● A freestyle drill team is allowed 8 minutes to complete both basic and freestyle parts
of their performance.

DRILL CAPTAIN/MASTER (5 POINTS)

● Performance and sharpness of the drill captain/master is judged.
● The drill captain/master should participate in the commands
● Voice level & authority in which the drill team is guided will be looked at clear and
understandable, correct tonality and pitch-even cadence when calling commands.

CREATIVITY (5 POINTS)
● A freestyle drill team has to use all of the require commands in the freestyle drill
requirement commands list.
● ·The presentation will be unique to each club.

FREESTYLE PERFORMANCE (5 POINTS)

● Points awarded based on performance, sharpness, and creative use of drill
commands.
● Dancing, sensual gyrations and/or movements during the performance will incur
disqualification from the event (total score on all sections = 0)

DRILL JUDGE: ___________________________________ TOTAL POINTS: _____________

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PATHFINDER DRUM PROGRAM
Revised: Pathfinder Year 2023-2024
Updated: 8/10/2020

GOAL:
To enhance and help the Pathfinder Clubs with a diverse, challenging, and entertaining program.
This program instructs young people, who one day will be able to teach the next Pathfinder
generation. The Pathfinder Drum Corps program is ongoing and fast-growing throughout the Florida
Conference. These guidelines will help Clubs to have a clear and responsible attitude towards a
fascinating and exciting program.

DIRECTORS:
It is recommended that each Pathfinder Drum Corps upholds a set of membership policies and
guidelines. All members are to adhere to it and acknowledge that it is a privilege to be a part of a
Pathfinder Drum Corps. Membership is earned by following that Club's requirements, policies, and
maintaining all class levels up to date. The requirements in this manual are for Florida Conference
Level Activities. Clubs are urged to follow the Church standards as we are involved in a positive
witnessing ministry.

MEMBERS:
Performing members must be Pathfinders (E-Tracker or Varsity). Twenty (20) years of age or
younger who are not yet invested Master Guides. Must be active and working in the appropriate
Pathfinder Level, or involved in the Club’s leadership. Membership in a Drum Corps is a privilege
and must be earned. If a member’s age is questionable, age verification must be presented to the
Drum Master.

DRUM MASTER: the Adult Instructor who is 18 years of age or older and who is in charge of the
Drum Corps.
DRUM CAPTAIN: a Varsity Pathfinder, 17-year-old or younger who is under the leadership and
guidance of the Drum Master.

DRUM CORPS CATEGORIES:

There are two playing STYLES, Traditional & Corps, a Club may play either. There are also two
CATEGORIES; the Drum Master must decide which one he/she will register his/her Corps under.

JUNIOR DRUM CORPS: A Drum Corps that has been active for LESS than three (3) years or 90%
of its members have been active for less than three (3) years.
ADVANCED DRUM CORPS: A Drum Corps that has been active for MORE than three (3) years or
its members have been active for more than three (3) years.

If a Drum Corps is at the three (3)-year date: The Drum Master decides at which category he/she
will register the Drum Corps. A JUNIOR Drum Corps may also decide to enter the ADVANCED
Category instead of the JUNIOR category. An ADVANCED Drum Corps may NOT enter the
JUNIOR category.

Please see the Rudiment section on page 99 for the required rudiments.

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RED ZONE and CAMPOREES:

The required uniform will be the Pathfinder Uniform CLASS B as follows:

Pathfinder Shirt (with all required patches and chevrons). Pins will not be required for performing
Drum Corps Members. Pathfinder (Black) Skirts or Slacks, Pathfinder Black Belt with Buckle, Black
Socks/Hosiery with Black Dress Shoes. No sandals, high-heels, tennis shoes, or platform shoes. Drum
Corps Team may add accessories to the Class B uniform to enhance the uniform, and help the team
be more colorful. They may add ascots, berets, additional belts, gloves, citation cords (braids), and
gauntlets.

TIME:
Each Drum Corps will be allowed 8 minutes for their performance and may play as many
numbers/cadences as they wish within that time.
5 Points will be deducted for every minute passed the 8-minute time limit.

UNIFORM:
The Pathfinder Drum Corps is required to wear the requested Class B uniform for the Event to be
allowed to take the floor to perform.

PENALTIES:
(Each Penalty will be deducted from the final score, not from each judge)
The Drum Corps will be penalized if any member does not meet the age requirement (-5 points).
The Drum Corps will be penalized for sensual movements or sensual gyrations. (NO Dancing).
The Judges’ in the field will make the decision if the movements fall under the dancing category.
A Drum Corps can be disqualified if it does not follow the event guidelines.
Judges recommendation and Program Directors Approval are required for disqualification.
The Drum Corps will be penalized for every minute they go over after the 8 minute time limit (-5
points).

The Drum Corps will be penalized for the accidental drop of sticks or any instrument (-5 points).

SCORING:
First Place: 120 - 150 points, Second Place: 100 - 119.99, Third Place: 80 - 99.99 and
Participation:79.99 and below.

AWARDS:
Performing Drum Corps will be able to receive awards according to their placing;
First Place - 120 - 150
Second Place - 100 - 119.99
Third Place - 99.99 - 80
Participation - 79.99 or less

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The Drum Corps will be evaluated by the judges on the following areas:
UNIFORM: (5 Points)
Red Zone and Camporees required uniform is the Pathfinder Class B uniform, with attention to
patches, and chevrons. Accessories may be added to the Class B uniform. Pins not required.

BONUS POINTS: (5 Points)

E-Trackers/Varsity - 17 years old or younger. The Adult Drum Master or one adult in his/her place
may perform, and the Bonus Points still apply. If two adults 18 years old or older perform, the Bonus
Points will not apply. Member requirements are met as long as the Pathfinders are 20 or younger, but
not Bonus Points.

RUDIMENTS: (30 Points)

Jr. Drum Corps are required to know the seven basic rudiments and will be allowed two chances 10
seconds each to demonstrate whichever rudiments are randomly picked after one spin from the
pinwheel by the Drum Captain/Master of the performing Drum Corps with precision and clarity. The
section that is picked to perform these rudiments will be picked by the Drum Captain/Master and will
have 10 seconds to perform the selected rudiment.

Advanced Drum Corps are required to know the seven basic rudiments and the five hybrids
rudiments for a total of twelve rudiments and will also be allowed two chances to demonstrate with
precision and clarity whichever rudiments are randomly chosen by a spin of the pinwheel by the Drum
Captain/Master of the performing Drum Corps. The section that is chosen to perform the chosen
rudiments will be picked by the Drum Captain/Master and will have 10 seconds to perform the
selected rudiment.

The Drum Instructor/Judge will then give the full 30 points for rudiments or will give points according
to how clearly and how well the rudiments are demonstrated by the section that executed said
rudiments.

It is important that all the rudiments are known by each Drum Corps as no one will know which
rudiment will be drawn. The Junior DC is required to know the 7 basic rudiments; the Advanced DC
are required to know all 12 rudiments, 7 basic & 5 Hybrids.

Even though rudiments are judged before each Drum Corps enters the field, Drum Corps must use as
many rudiments in the performance as possible because doing so will help to point out the level of
difficulty each Drum Corps is performing at.

Basic Rudiments:
1. Flam Tap Hybrid Rudiments:
2. Flam Drag 1. Cheese
3. Flam Accent 2. Flam Five
4. Five stroke roll 3. Book Report
5. Single Paradiddle 4. Shirley Murphy
6. Double Stroke Roll 5. Cheese Chutichus
7. Single Paradiddle-Diddle

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MEMBERS: (20 Points)
A participating Drum Corps Member must fall under the age requirement (20 years old or younger).
The Drum Corps is required to have a minimum of 6 performing members. 1 pair of Cymbals, 1 Bass, 1
Multi-ton (Septs, Quints, Quads, Trios) and three (3) Snare Drums.

ENTRY AND LINE UP: (20 Points)

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to march in PLAYING and execute the following commands:
Forward March, Left/Right Flank, Left/Right Column, Rear March, Halt, Parade Rest, Prayer Attention and
Attention. Must also show the ability to adapt and perform to marching or standing numbers (10marching/10
stationary).

CREATIVITY: (30 Points)

1.Present original cadences/numbers. (15 Points)
2.The level of difficulty of the routine and the complication of the cadences played will be judged. (15 Points)

PRECISION & PROFICIENCY: (30 POINTS)

Must show proper execution of cadences, cleanliness of rudiments.
(Proper Dynamics & placements of accents) (Sticking) movement of sticks together.

STICKS: (10 Points)

Must demonstrate the ability to SWITCH from Matched to Traditional hand grip. (5 points)
Must demonstrate the CORRECT handling of sticks. (5 points)

PENALTIES: (off final score)

The Drum Corps will be penalized for going over the time. It will be penalized for the accidental drop
of sticks or any instrument. If the age requirement is not met, they will be penalized. If there are
sensual movements or sensual gyrations, they will be penalized, and possibly disqualified..

TO START A PERFORMANCE THE DRUM MASTER/CAPTAIN MUST:

Enter the designated performance area before the entire Drum Corps enters.
● Render a Hand Salute to the Head Judge or Drum Program Director.
● State the Drum Corps name, Church, Conference.
● Request permission to Perform.
● Wait for the Head Judge or Drum Program Director to return the Hand Salute. (At this time
he/she may give you final instructions)

Note: If other instruments will be used for the performance, this would be the time to set them up
quickly, as no other time will be allowed for set up. Taking the instruments out of the performing area will also
have to be done quickly as the Drum Corps exits.
Enter the designated performance area before the entire Drum Corps enters.

TO START the performance, the Drum Captain / Master blows the whistle, and the time will start
at this point. The DC has 8 minutes to perform.

TO FINISH the performance, the Drum Captain/Master must blow an extended sound of his whistle and end
the cadence, take one step forward, and salute the nearest judge. Time will stop. A Drum Corps may also
end the performance by simply leaving the field while playing as long as the last player of that Drum Corps
exits the field before the time limits of 8 minutes.The Drum Corps (MUST EXIT) the performing area
immediately after finishing the performance; if they continue playing, the TIME penalty will apply.

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Things to know:
Unless an official Conference Pathfinder Director or Drum Program Director invitation has
been extended, out of Conference Clubs/PDC must be active and registered with the
Florida Conference, as Clubs participating in the current Pathfinder Year.

In fairness to the other teams, if a Pathfinder Drum Corps Member looks older than actual
age, then the Drum Master must be prepared to provide proper ID to verify the
Pathfinder’s age.

A Drum Corps should always keep in mind that even though this is an event in which we
compete, we do not compete against each other. The judges are not always looking for
the best show, but rather who performs with clarity, sharpness, and the best difficulty of
the cadences performed. Also, who is able to incorporate the required rudiments into their
own original cadences?

Dancing or anything that resembles dancing could lead to a penalty. Improper behavior
will not be tolerated from the PDC members nor the Club members or anyone. As
Pathfinders, we are to behave in a Christ-like manner at all times, including when a
desired placing in the score was not reached.

We must be respectful to our fellow Pathfinder Drum Corps and to the event staff, as we
are examples of true Christian sportsmanship to all who witness our events.

A Pathfinder Drum Corps that enters any Conference event understands that there are
rules of discipline to follow and policies that help the event run properly. Therefore it is
understood that by registering for this event, you have agreed to the rules and
requirements. The Judges' ruling with the confirmation of the Program Director will be
final.

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DUE DATE: Before 1:00 PM, Monday, May 6th 2024

CHURCH:________________________________________________________________

Number of Drum Members:_____________

DRUM MASTER (Adult Drum Leader) INFORMATION:

Name:_____________________________________________________
Phone:________________

E-mail:___________________________________________________________________

DRUM CAPTAIN:________________________________ AGE:________

LEVEL:_______________

DRUMMING STYLE: Traditional_______ OR Corps__________

★ Performing Drum Corps members must be 20 years of age or younger.

★ Should not be Invested Master Guides

Does each Performing Drum Corps member meet the AGE requirement? ___YES ___NO
➔ Is every Performing DC player a registered member of this Pathfinder Club? ___YES ___NO
➔ Is every Performing DC player working on the appropriate Pathfinder level? ___YES___NO

Junior Drum Corps ____________Advanced Drum Corps_____________

BONUS POINTS: Are all performing members 17 years old or younger? ___YES ___NO
(The adult Drum Master may perform without penalty)

NOTE: Drum Corps teams will perform on Sunday morning only. There is no performing
on Saturday night during a typical RED Zone weekend.

By signing below, I, _______________________________ , the Drum Master of the

above-mentioned Church, understand and agree with the following:

I have read and agree to comply with the Florida Pathfinder Handbook, Section 5, Drum
Corps policies.
I understand that each Drum Corps will have only EIGHT (8) minutes to perform as many
numbers as they wish and that there will be a time penalty assessed for any time beyond
the 8 minutes.
Our performance will be to the honor and glory of Christ and will uphold our Christian
principles. To the best of my knowledge, all the above information is correct and accurate.

Pathfinder Drum Corp Master's Signature:______________________________ Date:___________

E-mail: Registration form to: Darrell Edwards, Drum Corps Director [email protected]

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CLUB:_________________________________ DATE:_______________

UNIFORM: (5 POINTS)
Red Zone and Camporees required uniform is the Pathfinder Class B Uniform, with attention to
patches, and chevrons. Accessories may be added to the Class B uniform. Class PINs are not
required for this event.

BONUS POINTS: (5 POINTS) (The Adult Drum Master may participate)

If the entire Drum Corps is composed of Pathfinders 17 years old or younger.

RUDIMENTS: (30 POINTS)

Must be able to perform with Sharpness and Precision the chosen Rudiment. Judges may
require the snares or entire Drum Corps to perform it.
- Five Stroke Roll -- Single Paradiddle -- Single Paradiddle-diddle
- Double Stroke Roll -- Flam Tap -- Flam Accent Flam Drag
Advanced Drum Corps must also know the Rudiments below.
Cheese Chutichu - Cheese - Book Report - Cheese Chutichu - Shirley Murphy

MEMBERS: (20 POINTS)

Required to have the minimum of 6 performing members. 1 pair of Cymbals, 1 Bass, 1 Multi-ton
(Septs, Quints, Quads, Trios) and 3 Snare Drums. Age limit is 20 years old.

ENTRY AND LINE UP: (20 POINTS) (10 marching/ 10 stationary)

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to march in playing, and execute the following
Commands: Attention, Forward March, Left/Right Flank, Left/Right Column, To the Rear March,
Halt, Parade Rest and Prayer Attention. Must also show the ability to perform to marching or
stationary (standing) cadences.

CREATIVITY: (30 POINTS)

1. Present Original musical numbers. (15 points possible)
2. The level of difficulty of the routine and the complication of the cadence played will be judged.
(15 points possible)

PRECISION & PROFICIENCY: (30 POINTS)

Must show proper execution of cadences, cleanliness of rudiments (Proper Dynamics &
placements of accents), and sticking (movement of sticks together).

STICKS: (10 POINTS)

Must demonstrate the ability to SWITCH from Matched to Traditional hand grip. (5 points
possible) Must demonstrate the CORRECT handling of sticks. (5 points possible)

PENALTIES: (off final score)

The Drum Corps will be penalized for going over the time limit of 8 minutes
(-5 points for every minute passed the 8 minute time limit).
The Drum Corps will be penalized for the accidental drop of sticks or any instrument. (-5 points)
The Drum Corps will be penalized for not meeting the age requirement. (-5 Points)
The Drum Corps will be penalized for sensual movements or sensual gyrations. (NO Dancing)
Recommend disqualification due to:

JUDGE:_________________________________________ TOTAL SCORE:_________________

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 Drum Corps Ribbon Bar
GOAL:

To officially recognize and encourage a Drum Corps Member with an award

that can be worn on the uniform, a trophy will be given to the Club and Drum
Corps; however, this Ribbon Bar will be for the Pathfinder to keep. The adult
Drum Master, or Instructor, who worked closely with the Drum Corps, may
also wear this Ribbon Bar.

REQUIREMENTS:

The Pathfinder must be a member of an officially recognized Drum Corps meeting the
current Florida Pathfinder Drum Corps requirements.

A Drum Corps will obtain an Approval for Purchase form signed by the Drum Director
(DD). This form is a requirement for a Drum Corps to obtain the ribbon bars and stars.
These awards will not be sold to anyone without this form. The Drum Corps Ribbon Bar
and stars can be purchased from the Pathfinder/Adventurer Department - online store. No
Approval for Purchase Form = NO DRUM CORPS RIBBON BAR AND NO STARS!

This is a very special and exclusive award that has been approved to be worn on the
Pathfinder uniform, and it is not to be misrepresented. This Ribbon Bar Award is
exclusively for those Pathfinders and adult Drum Masters who have participated
(performed) during the official Drum Corps event; they are the only ones authorized to
proudly wear the Ribbon Bar.

The Drum Corps Ribbon Bar award must be worn with the Class A or B uniform. Stars are
placed on the Ribbon Bar according to the number of years a member has participated in
the Drum Corps. A ribbon bar with no stars signifies a brand new member of that Drum
Corps.

The Drum Corps Ribbon Bar will only be awarded to Drum Corps that perform in the
Official Yearly Conference Sponsored Red Zone event.

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Approval Purchase Form

DATE: ________________

The _____________________________________________ DRUM CORPS

has participated in Red Zone for the year_______________ .

This Drum Corps has the approval to purchase and use the official
PATHFINDER DRUM CORPS RIBBON BAR AWARD
As approved by PAC, to be worn exclusively by the performing Red Zone Pathfinder
Drum Corps members and the adult Drum Master.

Total Performing Drum Corps Members including Drum Master:_______________

(Items must be ordered from the online store at www.flpathfinderstore.com)

BARS:__________ ($1.75)

STARS:__________ Gold ($0.85)

STARS:__________ Silver ($0.85)
STARS:__________ Bronze ($0.85)

TOTAL COST: _______________

________________________________
_____________________________________
DRUM CORPS PROGRAM DIRECTOR FLORIDA CONFERENCE
PATHFINDER & ADVENTURER DIRECTOR

Darrell M. Edwards
Drum Corps Program Director
Florida Conference of SDA
[email protected]

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 Section 6
Florida Conference Special Club Programs

Induction .………….……………………………………………………….…………102-108
Pathfinder Sabbath …………………………………….……………….……….......109-110
Baptism Recognition …………....…………..……………………….……….……...111-112
Investiture ……....……………………………………..………..……….……….…...113-114
Pathfinder Bible Experience Overview …………….………………………..……..115
PBE Information, Books & Locations ………….………………..…………...….…116
Good Conduct Bar ………….………..………………………………………….…...117
Updated Ribbon Bars ……………...………………………………………...……....118
Submitting A New Pathfinder Honor …………………...………………………......119-120
Evaluation for A New Pathfinder Honor ………….……...…..…………………..…121

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PATHFINDER INDUCTION CEREMONY
The Pathfinder INDUCTION CEREMONY admits new Pathfinders of grades 5-12 into membership
in the local Club and into the fellowship of Pathfinder Clubs all over the Florida Conference and the
worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church. It is used to inspire Pathfinders with the awesome
responsibility of upholding the Pathfinder ideals that they have pledged to live by, as well as
presenting to them the serious aspects of Pathfindering. The program is meant to be a solemn
occasion; however, not boring! The best way to accomplish this is to instill in your Pathfinders early
on the importance of the Pledge and Law and allow them to feel like they own a part of the service.
This is their chance to SHINE in front of their church family and boast in a godly manner about the
Club, which, for many, makes all the difference in their lives. Most often, this is a candlelight
service of dedication (please use electronic candles), but it does not have to be that way. Gauge
how receptive your home church would be to such a program and adapt the following to meet your
specific needs.

PREPARATION
Center a large table with a smaller one directly in front of it at the Induction Ceremony site. Place a
large Pathfinder emblem on the wall directly behind both tables. The Pledge and Law banners are
located on the right and left of the Pathfinder emblem, respectively. Place a 15" candle
representing
the “Spirit of Pathfindering” in the center of each respective table. In front of the Pathfinder spirit
candle, place eight 10" foundation candles representing the Investiture Achievement/progressive
Pathfinder level colors. Two 8" white candles, representing the Pathfinder Law and Pledge, are
placed, one on each side of the Pathfinder table in front of the classwork candles. Eight white 8"
candles are placed in front of the Pathfinder Law banner on the Pathfinder table, and seven white
8" candles are placed in front of the Pledge banner on the Pathfinder table. Display the American
flag to the right of the tables and the Pathfinder flag(s) to the left of the tables. Have ready in
holders on the tables a 4" candle for each person to be inducted.

Setting up does not constitute total preparation! PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE (!!!) If you
want to make this program run smoothly and be a total success, you must practice with the
Pathfinders and participants.

Induction Theme - Outline to the candidates to be inducted and special guests the
program procedure and its meaning to the local Pathfinder Club.

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Director: “I hereby declare the induction ceremony of the _____________________ Club is now in
order. The room is darkened as the spirit candles are lit. For the light of our program, we turn to the
Spirit of Pathfindering, represented by the candles which have just been lit. They are the spirit of
reverence, training, adventure, fun, learning, awareness, and awakening to God and man. These
two candles in and of themselves are not complete, however. Will the following Pathfinder staff
please come forward?” The Director then calls the names of the staff who light the eight (8)
foundation candles while giving the appropriate meaning for the level represented by the candles
lit.

Director: “For further complementary lights, we turn to the following e-Tracker & Varsity Pathfinder
staff.” Once more, the Director calls the names of the staff who light the eight (8) foundation
candles while giving the appropriate meaning for the level represented by the candles lit.

Friend Friends learn skills that will help them be better neighbors now and
(Blue) friends of God throughout eternity.

Companion Companions explore ways to build a more meaningful and fulfilling

(Red) companionship with Jesus Christ every hour of the day.

Explorer Explorers adventure into God’s Word and His created works.
(Green)

Ranger Rangers open up new areas of discovery in the natural and

(Gray) spiritual world to secure true and genuine happiness.

Voyager Voyagers acquire a wholesome self-concept and Christian lifestyle by

(Burgundy) studying their personal physical, mental, cultural, and spiritual development.

Guide Guides grow in knowledge about the Spirit of Prophecy as they

(Yellow) discover their place as leaders in society.

Pioneer Pioneers strengthen their faith in God by learning about Biblical

(Orange) and historical pioneers for Christ.

Navigator Navigators allow Jesus Christ to navigate them through His truths
(Teal) about the Sabbath.

Director: These candles are symbolic of the good of the Pathfinder program emphasizing the
high ideals for which it stands and the growth that the Pathfinder will make as a Club member.

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Director: The Pledge and Law propose a Christian standard of living that all Pathfinders
should strive to uphold. The Induction Ceremony is meant to inspire new members and
remind the old just what this means to them.

Have the Pathfinders come to the front and recite the Pathfinder Pledge as a staff member
lights the Pathfinder Pledge candle.

Repeat the procedure, only this time single out 10 Pathfinders to repeat the following as a
staff
member lights the Pathfinder Law candle from the “Spirit of Pathfindering” candle.

In continuation, the procedure is repeated only with eight e-Tracker & Varsity Pathfinders,
which
salute and light their Law candle from the “Spirit of Pathfindering.” After he or she replaces
their
candle, he again salutes the Director and repeats,

“Sir, on behalf of the candidates, we pledge to”– (repeats from the following according to the
candle he has lit):

KEEP THE MORNING WATCH: I will have prayer and personal Bible study each day.

DO MY HONEST PART: By God’s power, I will help others and do my duty

and honest share, wherever I may be.

CARE FOR MY BODY: I will be temperate in all things and strive to reach a
high standard of physical fitness.

KEEP A LEVEL EYE: I will not lie, cheat, or deceive, and I will despise dirty
talk and evil thinking.

BE COURTEOUS AND OBEDIENT: I will be kind and thoughtful of others, reflecting the
love of Jesus in all my associations with others.

WALK SOFTLY IN THE SANCTUARY: During any worship services, I will be quiet, careful,
and reverent.

KEEP A SONG IN MY HEART: I will be cheerful and happy and let the influence of
my life be like sunshine to others.

GO ON GOD’S ERRANDS: I will always be ready to share my faith and go about

doing good as did Jesus.

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Director: Once the Law candles have been lit, on behalf of the candidate’s representatives
and on behalf of the candidate’s declaration, we accept the vow to the Law.

The Director then calls the lighting of the Pledge candles. Seven Pathfinders follow the
same procedure as used in the lighting of the Law candles. After each candle is lit, the
Pathfinder repeats to the Director,

“Sir, on behalf of the candidates, we pledge”– repeats the following according to the candle
they have lit:

BY THE GRACE OF GOD: As I rely on God to help me, I can do His will.

I WILL BE PURE: I will rise above the wicked world in which I live and
keep my life clean with words and actions that will
make others happy.

I WILL BE KIND: I will be considerate and kind to my fellow men and

all of God’s creation.

I WILL BE TRUE: I will be honest and upright in study, work, and play
and can always be counted upon to do my very
best.

I WILL KEEP THE PATHFINDER LAW: I will seek to understand the meaning of the Law
and will strive to live up to its spirit, realizing that
obedience to law is essential in any organization.

I WILL BE A SERVANT OF GOD: I will pledge myself to serve God first, last, and best
in everything I am called upon to be or do.

I WILL BE A FRIEND TO MAN: I will live to bless others and do unto them as I
would have them do unto me.

Director: On behalf of the candidate’s representatives and on behalf of the candidate’s

declaration, we accept the vow to the Pledge.

Director: Will all the new candidates for membership please step forward. Allow time for
them to come to the front, at all times, facing them in attention. Please affirm your
dedication to these high principles here presented by repeating the Pathfinder Pledge and
Law, beginning with the Pathfinder candidates. Following the repeating of the Pathfinder
Pledge and Law by all of the candidates, I hereby declare these candidates to be
accepted into the fellowship of the _________ Pathfinder Club of the Florida Conference of
Seventh-day Adventists. You are now being presented with a candle (have the Deputy
Director hand each candidate a 4" white candle), which you may now light from the
“Spirit of Pathfindering” candles and place it in the candle holder on the front center of the
tables. Give them time to light all the candles and put in candle holders. Your light is
now added to our Club, and we charge you in the presence of these Pathfinders to let
your light shine before others in the Spirit of Pathfindering.

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Invite parents or guardians of each one that has been inducted into membership to
come forward to the front and stand behind their child. Give a challenge to the
parents or guardians to help these young people reach the Club’s high ideals and to
encourage them at all times in whatever they try to do.

Please bow your heads as we pray that God will give you the strength to live up to these
high ideals and be faithful and loyal Club members.

The Deputy Director or Pastor leads out in a prayer of consecration for the new members
and families while the Club stands in prayer attention.

Director: These new Pathfinders are now full-fledged members of the

________________________
Pathfinder Club.

The new members then present themselves to the Director to receive the hand of fellowship,
followed by the Deputy Director, Counselors, and Captain of his/her unit. The Secretary
presents the new member with their Pathfinder Induction certificate or membership card and
ushers the new member to his/her unit.

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ALTERNATIVE (no candles)

This is a sample program and can be adapted to meet your Club’s need.

PREPARATION

Have the Pathfinders and staff march in and stay standing until the Pledge of Allegiance,
Law and Pledge, have been recited. After singing the Pathfinder Song and the posting of the
flags, the Pathfinders and staff can be seated. (Use the American, Christian, Pathfinder
flags for this service.)

SERVICE

Ask the E-tracker/Varsity Pathfinders to come forward and have them explain:

1. Pathfinder Law and Pledge. (Pass out the parts well in advance to have them
memorize them if possible.)
2. Have them repeat the Law and Pledge together.
3. Pathfinders explain the meaning
a. Of the Triangle
b. Colors of the Triangle
c. Why they decided to join Pathfinders.
4. Refer to the Induction Ceremony for further assistance.

Following the Service, the Pastor is called upon to offer a dedicatory prayer. It is appropriate
to ask the Parents and/or Guardians to stand with their children while the prayer is recited.

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Excellent material on step-by-step procedures for planning a Pathfinder Sabbath can be
found in this staff manual or in the General Conference Pathfinder Staff Manual (this may be
ordered through AdventSource or call the Conference office). Other suggestions include:

1. Special speakers for Pathfinder Sabbath (approval must be given by Pastor), Conference
Pathfinder/Adventurer Director or Associate Director, Area Administrator, Zone
Administrator, Cluster Coordinator, Pastor, Youth Pastor, Church School Principal, Council
Members, Pathfinders.

PLEASE!!!! Do yourselves the favor and call them with plenty of anticipation.
Also, remember that it costs to travel. Travel expenses for guests from out of town should
be reimbursed. Conference, Union and General Conference speakers need not be
compensated. Officially Appointed Conference Volunteers (OAV’s) also have a travel
budget.

1. Display crafts and/or posters of what Pathfinders do.

2. Display items that need to be replaced (such as old tents) to the church on Sabbath.
After new items have been purchased, show that to the church.
3. Put into the church bulletin the Pathfinder agenda for the year and news items. You
may want to include a form with blanks for church members to fill out if they would
like to help with the Club. The needs mentioned on Pathfinder Sabbath should
include monetary needs as well as needs for staff, cooks, counselors, Sabbath
School teachers on campouts, chaplain etc.

The offering taken on Pathfinder Sabbath could be used for the Pathfinder Clubs.
However, permission from the Church Board must be obtained first.

Remember, the real secret to a successful Pathfinder Sabbath is planning ahead of time and
plenty of publicity. Make plans to include more than just the church service. Include Sabbath
School, fellowship dinner, afternoon specials, and vespers. Most importantly, make the day
a spiritual blessing for both those attending and the participants. Encourage Adventurer,
E-tracker, Varsity, Pathfinder, and Master Guide participation in your programming.

Have a well-planned program and start and end on time.

Make sure all Pathfinders and Staff are in FULL DRESS UNIFORM.
IF YOU FAIL TO PLAN, YOU PLAN TO FAIL!!

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PURPOSE

The General Conference each year suggests the third Sabbath in September as Pathfinder Day to
be observed in all Seventh-day Adventist churches with the following objectives:

1. To give official recognition and encouragement to the Pathfinder Clubs in the local church.
2. To acquaint the congregation with the scope of possibilities afforded by the Pathfinder Clubs
in
our youth's development.
3. To encourage greater cooperation and support of the local Pathfinder Clubs by the
congregation.
4. To recruit additional Pathfinder staff members.
5. To give the Pathfinder Club members a greater sense of belonging to the church by the
active participation in the worship hours.
6. To give the church an opportunity to provide more financial assistance for the Clubs by giving
a special Pathfinder Club offering during the worship hour. By voting of the local church
board, the church offering may be appropriated to the local Pathfinder Club (clear this in
advance with Pastor/Board).

PLANNING THE PROGRAM

For the Pathfinder Sabbath to meet the above objectives, planning the program in every detail is a
must. Here are some hints and ideas to improve the program.

1. Most Pastors are long-range planners. Arrange with the Pastor for a Pathfinder Day weeks or
months in advance.
2. Discuss Pathfinder Day with the Club staff and decide on the best programs. Work as a team.
3. Present the program to the pastor with a complete outline. Ask for his suggestions and
cooperation.
4. Ask the church board to have the Pathfinder Club receive the offering, do the ushering, and
receive the offering for Pathfinder ministry.
5. Notify parents, church members, and the church press secretary.
6. Begin training participants, color guard, speakers, etc. Remember, the Pathfinder Club is on
display.
7. Most church members do not know the Pathfinder song or Pledge or Law. Therefore, make a
bulletin insert with the Pathfinder song, Pledge of Allegiance to the Bible and flag, and the
Pathfinder Pledge and Law.
8. Indicate in the bulletin when the congregation is to stand. Also, announce during the
announcement period that a change has been made in the order of service.
9. The program should be snappy--no lagging. While the next part of the program is being
announced, have the participants on the way.
10. Practice at least one dry run of marching in, taking places, and reciting pledges, posting
colors, and marching out.

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 BAPTISM RECOGNITION SERVICE
The basic Pathfinder philosophy requires that Pathfinder leaders help the youth to understand that
the Church loves them, cares for, and appreciates them. As the basic purpose of Pathfindering,
Club leadership has encouraged the importance of a child understanding the great plan of salvation.
The years of Pathfindering are the years in which a young person needs to commit himself to a
personal walk with God and make his decision with a public declaration through baptism.

When this decision is made and after the baptism takes place, often times very little is said to help
affirm this important positive decision. Realizing what baptism is and what it represents is the most
important decision of an individual's life; we recommend a two-step Baptismal Recognition Service.

First, at a Club meeting, as soon as possible after an individual is baptized, a special part of the
meeting time should be given to recognizing this decision a "Recognition of Baptism Certificate,"
available through the Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Department, should be filled out and
presented with appropriate approval comments.

Along with this, a permanent record of this decision should be recorded and displayed in the Club
meeting room.

A parchment scroll or special record book should be signed by the Pathfinder, using special
decorative ink (gold) with a fancy quill pen (feather or ink pen), used only for this solemn, sacred
service.

In addition, a wall plaque should be purchased and displayed where all church members can see it.
This plaque should read:
________________________________________Pathfinder Club
(Name of Club/Church)

Realizing the importance of the decision to follow Jesus Christ as our personal Savior, the following
Pathfinders have been baptized according to the example of Jesus.

Secondly, Baptism Recognition should continue beyond the time of an individual's actual baptism.
In fact, since this is the most important decision in a person's life, recognition should follow
throughout one's life. It is recommended that each month during the Club's spiritual time, attention
should be given to those who are celebrating their "Born Again" Birthday. An affirmation of their
decision should be made (along with a small gift) by the Club chaplain, recognizing those who are
celebrating their baptisms--one year, two years, and so on. An appeal to those who haven't given
their lives to Christ to study and prepare to do so should be made, and a commitment to those who
have been to commit themselves anew. This should be a very sacred and meaningful service (only
last a few minutes). Special lighting and background music would be nice.

At the end of the Club meeting, a light refreshment could be served in celebration. It could be called
a "Re-Birthday Party" or something appropriate. This type of celebration is encouraged in the place
of regular birthday parties.

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 Baptismal Pin

Baptismal Certificate

Baptismal Pin and Baptismal Certificate are available through the

Florida Conference online store: www.flpathfinderstore.com.

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 PATHFINDER INVESTITURE
Investiture is a cooperative program for Club and church school.
Step-by-step instructions for Investiture programs can be found in the General Conference
Pathfinder Staff Manual available at AdventSource. (Or, contact the Conference
Pathfinder/Adventurer Department for information).

Be sure to order the supplies you will need from the Pathfinder/Adventurer Department well in
advance of Investiture and have them ready and sorted before the program. A well-planned,
appropriate program with active participation from the Pathfinders demonstrating their newly
acquired skills should be part of the service.

Arrange with the Pastor and church board for the use of the church. Notify Master Guides ahead of
time to participate.

Communicate with the church school teachers throughout the year to be sure they are doing their
part of the Level work and that it will be done on time for Investiture. This is a great way to partner
with Sabbath School and work together with the same children.

IDEAS FOR SERVICE

Slide or video program of year's activities.

Practice for the program with the Pathfinders ahead of time.
Display activities and crafts done during the year.
Give out the honors earned during the year.
Put all awards in one envelope for each Pathfinder.
Call the honors and levels earned while all are being pinned.
Prepare a skit.

Don't miss any details of the program. Arrange for piano player, color guard, and deacon to open
up the church, turn on the air conditioner, etc.

Make sure your program moves along quickly. Begin and end on time. The program should be
no longer than 1 hour in length.

Full dress uniform is suggested for the Pathfinder Investiture program.

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Suggested Program Outline:

Opening Song "Missionary Volunteers", or "Onward Christian Soldiers”

Scripture Reading Psalm 19 - read by a Pathfinder

Law and Pledge Pathfinder

Prayer Pathfinder

Flag Salute Everyone stands and is led by a Pathfinder

3 Angels' Message Pathfinder

Identification of flowers: In the spring we take several field trips

within walking distance of school. There we look for flowers and upon
return we learn the name of each one. One Pathfinder has a bouquet
of flowers and proceeds to name them.

Report of Book Club Pathfinder

Special Song Pathfinder(s)

Special Speaker Guest or Pathfinders

Presentation of Level Insignia

Presentation of Honors

Presentation of Book Club Certificates

Benediction

(Or be creative and plan your own special program)

Remember to include Pathfinder song, Law, Pledge in print during program so all present can
participate.

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 PATHFINDER BIBLE EXPERIENCE
What is the Pathfinder Bible Experience (PBE)
The Pathfinder Bible Experience is a challenging annual program in which Pathfinders strive, as a
team, to demonstrate superior Bible knowledge. The program is confined each year to a specific
portion of Scripture.

The ultimate purpose of the PBE is to allow Pathfinders to become more intimate with Jesus and
help them realize that He is their personal Savior and true friend. While the competitive element may
be there, competition is not the objective of the Pathfinder Bible Experience. There are no losers in
PBE. Each participant is given an award in accordance with the team's knowledge of the selected
portion of the Bible. These awards are only tokens of the far greater prize obtained by all who make
His Word their study.

Our Responsibility
It is our responsibility to direct these Pathfinders in our care, under the Pathfinder program, to the
Word of God, so the "Word" will be etched in their memory. They will not only know these Words but
also live them out in their daily life. Let us remember Psalm 119:105 NKJV - "Your Word is a lamp to
my feet and a light to my path."

Pertinent Information
As soon as the portion of Scripture is announced for the next PBE, the Pathfinder Director should
appoint someone to be in charge of team/s preparation. The bulk of team preparation is learning the
portion of Scripture verbatim (word for word).

Team members and alternates MUST be PATHFINDERS, and a member of the Pathfinder Club
he/she is representing. NO EXCEPTION.

Dress Code - All team members MUST be in full Pathfinder dress (Class-A) uniform. This rule's
exception must be approved by the PBE Director or the Florida Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer
Director prior to the Pathfinder Bible Experience event.

Registration
Once the Club has decided to participate in the PBE program, the Club Director is to send in the
PBE Registration to the Pathfinder/Adventurer Department (Conference
Office - [email protected] ).
Each team must register for all levels they will be participating in. Please write clearly and fill
in all requested information.

There are four PBE levels every year - Area, Conference, Union, and Division.

Additional Information
For PBE rules and more detailed information, please call the PBE Director, Myrlin Brooks, 305-439-
0782 or email - [email protected] or refer to the Florida PBE Director/Coach Handbook.
https://www.clubministries.org/wp-content/uploads/HowtoBibleExperience.pdf.

Please visit the NAD website at www.pathfindersonline.org also. You may also go to the
Pathfinder/Adventurer website https://www.floridaconference.com/pathfinder-bible-experience.
For more information go to the website: https://nadpbe.org/pbe-resources/

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 The Pathfinder Bible Experience 2023-24

Date: April 19-20, 2024 Location: TBD

For PBE Information, access https://nadpbe.org/ and for resources Click Here

PBE 2023/2024 Study Books: The study books for 2024 are Joshua and Judges.
PLEASE NOTE: The following verses are not a part of the study material for 2023-2024 PBE and no
questions will be asked from these verses.

Joshua 12:7 to Joshua 13:33 Joshua 15:20 to Joshua 19:49 English (PDFs) - will be ready for
Joshua 15:1-12 Judges Chapters 19, 20, 21 download soon.

To find the Sample test’s PowerPoint or Nearpod Click Here

*Area/District Level Questions available in English/Spanish.

Local Club Forms:

Statement of Integrity - Bring a signed copy to your area, conference, union, and division events.
Media Release Form - Bring a signed copy FOR EACH PARTICIPANT to your area, conference, union,
and division events.

Conference Forms and Tools: The following list is available ONLY for the Conference identified
PBE/Pathfinder leaders.

➔ Tools to assist PBE Conference leadership

➔ Conference Enrollment Registration Form
➔ Official Event Score Sheet
➔ Official Answer Sheets for Area Event Level of Play -- print one document for each team participating
➔ Official Answer Sheets for Conference Level of Play -- print one document for each team participating
➔ Official Answer Sheets for Union Level of Play -- print one document for each team participating

Future PBE Study Books:

2025 - Romans and 1 & 2 Corinthians
2026 - Isaiah (ch 1 - 46)
2027 - Isaiah (ch 47 - 66) & Mark

PBE Dates & Locations for 2023-24

February 03: Area Level PBE > South Zone A & B (TBA)
South Zone C & D (TBA)
North & West (TBA)
Central (TBA)

February 24: State Level PBE > South FL (TBD)

March 23: Union Level PBE > River Oaks Campground - Orangeburg, SC

April 19-20: Division Level PBE > (TBA)

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 Good Conduct Ribbon

1. The Good Conduct Ribbon Bar is a special award ribbon bar given to honor
Pathfinders.
If the Pathfinder does not uphold the standards that this ribbon bar represents, the
privilege of wearing it is relinquished. This privilege is relinquished only by the decision
of the adult staff and Director. It is given for continuous good conduct over one (1)
year.

2. The first year the Pathfinder will receive a ribbon bar. The second and each
in the succeeding year he/she will be given a star to place on the bar to represent
each additional year. Only one ribbon bar is to be worn. The second-year, the
Pathfinder would receive a bronze star to put on the ribbon bar, the third year a silver
star, and the fourth year a gold star.

3. The Good Conduct Ribbon Bar should be given out carefully; max of three per year
per Club. Make this honor an outstanding prize to be cherished. It is recommended
that this award be given at the Club's Investiture Service.

4. Basis for presentation of Pathfinder Good Conduct Ribbon Bar shall be the following:

a. Pathfinder shall have been an active member for one year.

b. Pathfinder shall be completely uniformed. (Class A)
c. Pathfinder shall have a record of 80% attendance in Club meetings and attend
80% of other Club activities.

d. Pathfinder shall have a record of conduct consistent with the Pathfinder Pledge
and Law.
e. Pathfinder shall have a record of achievement and complete a Pathfinder Level
and Pathfinder honors.

f. Pathfinder shall demonstrate in word and action a positive Christian attitude.

"Our ideas of education take too narrow and too low a range. There is a need for a broader
scope, a higher aim. True education means more than the pursuit of a certain course of
study. It is the harmonious development of the physical, mental, and spiritual powers."
(Education, p. 13)

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 UPDATED RIBBON BARS

MEDAL OF VALOR RIBBON BAR

A. Regulation: The Medal of Valor Ribbon Bar is not a required Award Insignia for the basic Pathfinder
Uniform. (1) The Medal of Valor Ribbon Bar is an award that is presented to a Pathfinder for courage
under extreme circumstances, including possibly risk of life.
B. Description: The Medal of Valor Ribbon Bar is a standard sized ribbon bar with the ribbon colors of
blue, yellow, and red and emblazoned in metal is printed “VALOR”.
C. How worn: The Medal of Valor Ribbon Bar is worn on the top row of the ribbon board, furthest to the
right of any other Ribbon Bar (except the Share Him Ribbon bar) on the same row when facing the
Uniform Shirt.
D. Duration: The Medal of Valor Ribbon Bar may be worn throughout the
Pathfinder’s lifetime.
E. Variation: The Florida Pathfinder Medal of Valor was replaced by the
Medal of Valor Ribbon Bar in 2019, however, if it was previously awarded
then the Florida Pathfinder Medal of Valor may be still worn when the
Pathfinder is wearing his or her Pathfinder Class A Uniform, as it is a
lifetime achievement.
(1) Description: The Florida Pathfinder Medal of Valor is a medal attached
to a Red, Yellow and Blue neck ribbon. The face of the medal is stamped
depicting the Pathfinder shield with the words “FLORIDA PATHFINDER”
and “MEDAL OF VALOR” encircling the shield. The edge of the medal
depicts an olive wreath. The entire medal shall be gold in color.

MERIT AWARD RIBBON BAR

A. Regulation: The Merit Award Ribbon Bar is not a required Award Insignia for the basic Pathfinder
Uniform.
(1) The Merit Award Ribbon Bar is an award that is presented to a Pathfinder for other acts of
heroism worthy of recognition which does not entail risk of life.
B. Description: The Merit Award Ribbon Bar is a standard sized ribbon bar with the ribbon colors of
blue, yellow, and red and emblazoned in metal is printed “MERIT”.
C. How worn: The Merit Award Ribbon Bar is worn on the top row of the ribbon board, furthest to the
right of any other Ribbon Bar (except the Share Him Ribbon Bar and the Medal of Valor Ribbon Bar)
on the same row when facing the Uniform Shirt.
D. Duration: The Merit Award Ribbon Bar may be worn throughout the Pathfinder’s lifetime.
E. Variation: The Merit Award Ribbon Bar has replaced the Florida Panther
Award in 2019, however, if a Florida Panther Award was earned by a
Pathfinder, then it can still be worn around their neck. The Florida Panther
Award was a Medal that is awarded to a Pathfinder for personal attainment
of the Pathfinder Class Levels.

Description: The Florida Panther Award is/was a bronze medal attached to a Purple
neck ribbon. The face of a Panther with the words “FLORIDA PATHFINDER
PANTHER” is etched on the face of the metal. The year the award was presented
is also etched on the metal, below the face of the Panther.

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 Submitting a New NAD Pathfinder Honor
Creating a new NAD Honor proposal is not an “easy overnight” activity. It requires a significant
amount of time, resources, and must be evaluated. There are many stages as to whether the
proposal is valid for an audience that encompasses the entire North American Division.

Approval Procedure for a New Pathfinder Honor

1. All new honor requests should be submitted to the local conference

Pathfinder/Adventurer Director to verify that the honor has met the criteria stated on the
worksheet for developing new honors.

2. The local Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Director then submits the new honor to
the NAD Pathfinder Committee based on the Submission Guidelines document.

3. The new honor request is then submitted to the Honors Taskforce/Pathfinder Advisory
for approval. Honors that are not approved are then returned to their author with a
written explanation for reasons of rejection or need for revision. A copy of the letter
should also be sent to the local Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Director.

4. When a proposal has been approved, the NAD Honors Taskforce uses this Standard
Operating Procedures document to process your submission.

Instructions for Completing a New Pathfinder Honor

1. Supply all biographical data as requested.

2. Indicate the proposed title and topical category for the new honor.

3. Briefly state the purpose for the proposed honor.

4. Submit a suggested sketch for the honor. Indicate design colors. (Note: patch designs
should include no more than three colors, plus the background color.)

5. Indicate the appropriate difficulty level(s) for the honor. Difficulty levels are as follows:
Basic (ages 10-15), Advanced (ages 16 and older).

6. List specific sources needed for completing honor requirements. For each source, be
sure to list title, author, publisher, and copyright date.

7. List materials needed to complete the honor, and an estimate of their cost per person.
Also, estimate the time needed to complete the honor.

See Checklist on page 121 for Evaluating New Pathfinder Honors.

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 Submitting a New Florida Conference Pathfinder Honor
Those wishing to submit a proposal for a new Florida Honor must follow the steps listed
below:

1. Compile the following materials for the proposed Honor:

a. Name of the Honor

b. Sample artwork for the patch
c. A statement to the purpose or need for the Honor (what benefit should the
Pathfinder receive physically, mentally, and spiritually?)
d. Honor requirements
e. Answers (or descriptions) for the requirements
f. List of resource materials (i.e. – bibliography, copies, etc.)

2. Two different Pathfinder Clubs from different churches must “test pilot” the
Proposed Honor (Contact your Area Administrator, Zone Administrator, and
Cluster Coordinator or The Pathfinder/Adventurer Department for possible test
Clubs.)

3. Both test Clubs must send a letter of recommendation, with the Conference
Evaluation form, to the Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Department, where
they will be forwarded to the E-tracker/Varsity committee. The committee will
review the honor and vote on whether or not any changes need to be made. Once
the committee has approved it, the honor requirements will be submitted to the
Pathfinder Adventurer Committee (PAC) for review and acceptance.

4. When a proposed Honor is submitted by its author(s) to the Florida Conference

Pathfinder/Adventurer Department, it becomes property of the Florida Conference
of Seventh-day Adventists and is subject to possible changes. The
e-Tracker/Varsity committee will make the final decision of the requirements and
artwork to be submitted to the PAC. The E-Tracker/Varsity committee will notify
the author(s) of the honor’s approval.

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Checklist for Evaluating New NAD Pathfinder Honors
Check to see if the honor (or a similar one) already exists. If no existing honor is found, please complete the
following requirements:

_______1. The honor requirements must uphold the standards and philosophy of the
Seventh-day Adventist church.

_______2. The honor requirements must include a balance of theory and “hands-on” activities.

_______3. If possible, requirements should be developed on two levels of study: Basic (ages
10-15), and Advanced (ages 16 and older). Having the basic honor should be the
prerequisite for earning the advanced honor on a given subject.

_______4. Requirements should be usable in a group setting or by a single individual.

_______5. Requirements should be able to be completed in less than three months. This is a
general rule only as some honors (e.g. Outdoor Industries category) need more time.

_______6. Requirements should clearly state in simple terminology exactly what is to be

accomplished. (Avoid ambiguous words or phrases such as “explain briefly,” or
“demonstrate ability.”)

_______7. Requirements must consider the care of our natural environment. For example, to
avoid the destruction of animal or plant life, ask for photos or drawings rather than
collections.

_______8. Activity requirements of extended time are worded so as to avoid conflicts with
school or work schedules (e.g. a four-day campout could be done in two weekends).

_______9. All requirements are to be accomplished in a safe and supervised environment.

They must comply with legal requirements and will avoid involvement in armed or
unarmed defenses.

_______10. Requirements should be able to be accomplished without unduly affecting the

safety of its participants.

_______11. The requirements should reflect current practice and language.

_______12. List materials needed to complete the honor, and an estimate of their cost per
person. Also, estimate the time needed to complete the honor.

For more information on how to submit a new Pathfinder Honor Click Here

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Florida Levels/TLT/Master Guide

Pioneer Requirements ………….…………………………………..……………….123-125

Advanced Pioneer Requirements ………....……………………………...………..126
Navigator Requirements …...…………………………………………..………..…..127-129
Advanced Navigator Requirements ………………..…..……………………….….130
TLT Overview ……….……………...……………………………………….………..131
TLT Uniform Accessories ………………..……………………………………….....132
Master Guide Overview …………………...…………………………………………133
Master Guide Resources/Reading List …………...………………………………..134-135

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 FLORIDA PIONEER LEVEL
Completed Date Staff Initials_________
* Be in at least the 11th grade.

Personal Growth
1. Reviewing Hebrews 11:1-1, 2, explain what it means to be a "Pioneer" of faith.
2. Discuss how the Pathfinder Aim was carried out by the early Biblical Pioneers.
3. Describe how Pathfinders can be effective Pioneers for Christ.
4. Complete the Florida Pioneer Reading Requirements. What are they? See page 124.

Spiritual Discovery
5. Complete the Bible Reading for the Florida Pioneer Level (refer to following page).
6. Memorize Matthew 17:20-21, and discuss 4 other Bible texts that deal with the importance
of faith for a Christian Pioneer.
7. Explain how Jesus Christ was the ultimate Pioneer in the forming of the church.
8. Give a written or oral report on a historical Christian Pioneer such as Martin Luther, William
Miller, or Ellen G. White.

Serving Others
9. Make a creative presentation to a group of Pathfinders about how their faith can be like that
of the Biblical and/or historical Pioneers for Christ.
10. Develop and implement a creative strategy to build relationships with the homes surrounding
your church.
Perseverance
11. Review James 1:2-5, and discuss the following:
a. How Biblical pioneers dealt with criticism, trials, and personal attacks.
b. How the Lord will help us persevere.

Health and Fitness

12. Give a written or oral report on how physical health affects one's mental health, as indicated
by modern studies.
13. Review the story of Daniel's ten-day test (Daniel 1), and explain how the Lord's plan for him
included what he ate.
14. Discuss the importance of water to the human body, and explain the similarities in how we
need Christ's "living water."
Nature Study
15. Read Matthew 6:25-34, and share how nature teaches that our faith in God will overcome
our worries and fears.
16. Complete a nature honor at your skill level, not previously earned.

Outdoor Living
17. On a campout, organize and direct one of the following:
a. Camp Set-up/Tear Down
b. Meals/Food Preparation/K.P. Duties
c. Camp Safety/Security/First Aid

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 READING REQUIREMENTS
Choose and read any 4 of the following:

Amazing Journey - Amazing Grace Ken & Nancy Erich

David Volume I Ellen White

Creation Robert Gentry

1844 Made Simple Clifford Goldstein

Last Day Events Ellen White

A Trip into the Supernatural Roger Morneau

Think Big Ben Carson

At Jesus Feet Doug Batchelor

Incredible Answers to Prayer Robert Morneau

More Incredible Answers to Prayer Robert Morneau

Great Controversy, Chapters 36-42 Ellen White

Exile of the Chosen Sally Pierson Dillon

Survivors of the Dark Rebellion Sally Pierson Dillon

American Moments Gappa Bottke (regular bookstore)

Flags of Our Fathers James Bradley (regular bookstore)

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 Bible Reading Requirements

WEEK 1 WEEK 11 WEEK 21

Hebrews 11:1-40 Genesis 39:1-23 Judges 7:9-25
Hebrews 12:1-3 Genesis 40:1-23 Judges 8:1-28

WEEK 2 WEEK 12 WEEK 22

Genesis 4:1-16 Genesis 41:1-57 Judges 4:1-24
Genesis 5:18-24 Judges 13:1-25
Genesis 5:28-32 WEEK 13
Genesis 6:1-22 Genesis 50:22-26 WEEK 23
Exodus 2:1-25 Judges 14:1-20
WEEK 3 Exodus 5:1-22 Judges 15:1-20
Genesis 7:1-24
Genesis 8:1-22 WEEK 14 WEEK 24
Exodus 4:1-31 Judges 16:1-30
WEEK 4 Exodus 5:1-23 Judges 11:1-20
Genesis 9:1-29
Genesis 12:1-20 WEEK 15 WEEK 25
Exodus 6:1-30 Judges 11:21-40
WEEK 5 Exodus 7:1-24 Judges 12:1-7
Genesis 13:1-18 1 Samuel 16:1-23
Genesis 15:1-21 WEEK 16
Exodus 8:1-32 WEEK 26
WEEK 6 Exodus 9:1-12 1 Samuel 17:1-58
Genesis 17:1-27
Genesis 18:1-15 WEEK 17 WEEK 27
Exodus 9:13-35 1 Samuel 18:1-30
WEEK 7 Exodus 10:1-29 1 Samuel 19:1-24
Genesis 21:1-7
Genesis 22:1-19 WEEK 18 WEEK 28
Genesis 25:5-10 Exodus 11:1-10 1 Samuel 24:1-22
Exodus 12:31-32 2 Samuel 2:1-7
WEEK 8 Exodus 13:17-22 2 Samuel 5:1-5
Genesis 25:19-34 Exodus 14:1-31 2 Samuel 7:1-7
Genesis 26:1-35
WEEK 19 WEEK 29
WEEK 9 Joshua 5:13-15 2 Samuel 7:8-29
Genesis 27:1-40 Joshua 6:1-27 1 Samuel 1:1-28
Joshua 2-1-24
WEEK 10 Joshua 6:22-23 WEEK 30
Genesis 47:28-31 1 Samuel 2:18-26
Genesis 48:8-20 WEEK 20 1 Samuel 3:1-21
Genesis 37:1-36 Judges 6:1-40
Judges 7:1-8

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 FLORIDA ADVANCED PIONEER LEVEL
Completed Date Staff Initials_________

Complete Florida Pioneer Level

Spiritual Outreach

1. Prepare your own Bible study (using at least 10 scriptural references) on building
faith in God. Present it to a non-Seventh-day Adventist young person and follow it up
by inviting this person to a church activity.

Outdoor Leadership

2. Complete the Orienteering honor, if not previously earned.

3. Guide an individual or group through a Camping honor to completion.

Pathfinder Organization

4. Complete requirements 6, 7, and 8 of the Advanced Drilling and Marching honor.

5. Participate for a full year in an extra-curricular Pathfinder activity; suggestions
include:
a. Community Service
b. (PBE) Pathfinder Bible Experience
c. Disaster Relief Team
d. Drama/ Clown Ministry
e. Drum Corps
f. Precision Drill Team

Health and Fitness

6. Choose one lifetime exercise activity and record your progress for two months.

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 FLORIDA NAVIGATOR LEVEL
Completed Date Staff Initials__________________

*Be in at least the 12th grade.

Personal Growth
1. Read Psalms 25:4-5, and discuss the importance of allowing the Lord to "Navigate"
us through His truths.
2. Review the story of Creation (Genesis 1:1-2:3) and discuss why the seventh day is
so special.
3. Study the ten commandments of God (Exodus 20:1-17) and give a written or oral
report on the importance of the fourth commandment.
4. Complete the Florida Navigator Reading Requirements. See page 128.

Spiritual Discovery
5. Complete the Bible Reading for the Florida Navigator Level (refer to following
pages).
6. Memorize the fourth commandment (Exodus 20:8-11), and discuss 4 other Bible
texts that prove God's law concerning the Sabbath has not been abolished.
7. Explain how Jesus Christ and the Sabbath are connected.
8. Discuss the custom that Jesus and the apostle Paul had that we should apply to our
lives.
Serving Others
9. Make a creative presentation to a group of Pathfinders about keeping the fourth
commandment of God.
10. Read Mark 3:1-6, and discuss what approach we should have in serving others on
the Sabbath.
Perseverance
11. Review Ephesians 1:13-14, and discuss the following:
a. What happens when we believe and trust in the truths of Christ?
b. What will be our reward?

Health and Fitness

12. Give a written or oral report on the importance of resting our bodies as indicated by
modern studies.
13. Discuss how the Lord rested on the Sabbath, and what activities He included in the
"rest".
14. Make a list of at least 25 healthful activities we can do on the Sabbath that are
pleasing to the Lord's eyes.
Nature Study
15. Review Genesis 1:14-19, and discuss when a day begins and ends, and how this
applies to Sabbath observance.
16. Complete a nature honor at your skill level, not previously earned.

Outdoor Living
17. On a campout, organize and direct one of the following Sabbath activities:
a. Worships
b. Song services
c. Bible games
d. Afternoon activities

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 READING REQUIREMENTS

Choose and read any 4 of the following:

\
Unlikeliest Hero Desmond Doss

For His Honor Terry Johnson

Learning to Walk Dwight Hall

Pause for Peace Clifford Goldstein

Why Jesus Waits Lonnie Melashenko

Crisis of the End Time Robert Morneau

Left Behind Louis Torres

Steps to Christ Ellen White

Great Controversy, Chapters 1-17 Ellen White

Victory of the Warrior King Sally Pierson Dillon

War of the Invisible Sally Pierson Dillon

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TEXT CODES: C-Creation, F-First day of the week, K-Keeping God’s Commands, O-Observing the Sabbath
R-Remember, S-Sabbath in the text

WEEK 1 WEEK 11 WEEK 20

Genesis 1:1-31 C Nehemiah 13:14-22 S Luke 14: 1-14 S, O
Genesis 2:1-3 C Psalms 92 S Luke 23: 26-56 S, O
Psalms 111 R Luke 24: 1-12 F
WEEK 2 Proverbs 7:1-5 K
Exodus 16:1-30 S, O WEEK 21
Exodus 20:1-17 K, S WEEK 12 John 1:1-3 C
Exodus 23:10-13 K Ecclesiastes 12:1-14 K John 5:1-47 S, O
Exodus 31:12-17 S, O Isaiah 1:1-31 S
Exodus 35:1-3 K, S Isaiah 56:1-8 S, O WEEK 22
John 7:1-52 S, K
WEEK 3 WEEK 13
Leviticus 16:1-34 S Isaiah 58:1-14 S, O WEEK 23
Leviticus 19:1-37 K, S Isaiah 66:22-23 S John 9:1-41 S, O
Jeremiah 17:19-27 S, O
WEEK 4 Lamentations 2:1-22 S WEEK 24
Leviticus 23:1-44 S John 14:1-31 C
Leviticus 24:1-9 S WEEK 14 John 15:1-17 C
Ezekiel 20:8-26 S
WEEK 5 Ezekiel 22:1-31 S WEEK 25
Leviticus 25:1-12 S John 19:1-42 S, O
Leviticus 26:1-46 S WEEK 15
Ezekiel 23:35-39 S WEEK 26
WEEK 6 Ezekiel 44:15-31 S John 20:1-31 F
Numbers 15:32-36 S Ezekiel 45:13-17 S Acts 1:1-26 S
Numbers 28:1-10 S Ezekiel 16:1-12 S
Deuteronomy 5:1-33 K, S WEEK 27
WEEK 16 Acts 13:1-52 S
WEEK 7 Hosea 2:2-23 S
Deuteronomy 6:1-25 K Amos 8:1-7 S WEEK 28
2 Kings 4:8-37 S Matthew 5:17-20 C Acts 15:1-21 S
Matthew 12:1-14 S, O Acts 16:11-15 S
WEEK 8 Acts 17:1-15 S
2 Kings 11:1-21 S WEEK 17
2 Kings16:15-18 S Matthew 24:1-51 S WEEK 29
1 Chronicles 9:22-32 S Matthew 28:1-10 F Acts 18:1-11 S
1 Chronicles 23:28-32 S Acts 20:1-12 F
WEEK 18 Romans 2:12-16 K
WEEK 9 Mark 1:21-28 S 1 Corinthians 16:1-4 F
2 Chronicles 2:1-10 S Mark 2:23-28 S, O Colossians 2:6-23 S, K
2 Chronicles 8:12-16 S Mark 3:1-6 S, O
2 Chronicles 23:1-21 S Mark 6:1-6 S WEEK 30
2 Chronicles 31:2-8 S Mark 7:1-9 C 1 Thessalonians 4: 1-18 C
2 Chronicles 36:15-21 S Mark 15:33-47 S Hebrews 1:1-2 C
Hebrews 4:1-16 S, O
WEEK 10 WEEK 19 James 2:8-11 K
Nehemiah 9:1-37 S Mark 16:1-20 S, F 1 John 2:3-6 C
Nehemiah 10:28-39 S Luke 4:14-37 S, O 1 John 5:1-5 C
Luke 6:1-11 S Revelation 1:9-11 R
Luke 13: 10-17 S, O

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 FLORIDA ADVANCED NAVIGATOR LEVEL

Completed Date Staff Initials_________

*Complete Florida Navigator Level

Spiritual Outreach

1. Prepare your own Bible study (using at least 10 scriptural references) on the
seventh-day Sabbath. Present it to a non-Seventh-day Adventist young person
and follow it up by inviting this person to a church activity.

Outdoor Leadership

2. Earn one of the camp honors listed below, not previously earned:
a. Backpacking
b. Pioneering
c. Outdoor Leadership
d. Wilderness Living
e. Winter Camping

3. Guide an individual or group through a Camping honor to completion.

Pathfinder Organization

4. Complete the Drilling and Marching honor.

5. Complete the Introduction to Pathfinder Leadership (10 hour) course.

Health and Fitness

6. Choose one-lifetime exercise activity and record your progress for three
months.

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 Teen LeadershipTraining
(TLT)

Background
The Teen Leadership Training program is part of the North American Division Pathfinder &
Adventurer Department which was suggested by a young Pathfinder named Franklin Moses
who wanted to do more than just be a Pathfinder. It was designed to challenge and empower
the teen Pathfinder with new and increased responsibilities while allowing them the security of
doing so in a place they know and love. The TLT program is structured under the Pathfinder
Club organization and is a four-year program for Pathfinders in grades 9-12.

Purpose
The Teen Leadership Training program was designed to train and mentor youth in service and
leadership skills.

Goal
To help teens experience their developmental needs by making them feel a sense of
achievement, responsibility, respect for authority, acceptance in adult leadership circles, and
confidence in the development of life skills.

Mission Statement
The Teen Leadership Training (TLT) program is designed to address adolescent developmental
needs and promote leadership skills, enabling and empowering teens to become full partners in
the mission of the SDA Church with Pathfinder adult leadership in a “shared service experience”
of the Pathfinder ministry in the North American Division.

Pledge
“Loving the Lord Jesus, I promise to take an active part in the work of the Teen Leadership
Training program, doing what I can to help others and to finish the work of the gospel in all the
world.”

How to Become a TLT - (download form @ https://floridaconference.com/pathfinders/tlt)

➔ The Pathfinder must be in high school (grades 9-12), have completed at least one level
of Investiture Achievement, and had an attendance record of at least 80% during the most
recent active year.

➔ Submit three Program Recommendation forms from: a pastor, a teacher, and a

Pathfinder staff person to be approved and signed by the sponsoring Pathfinder Club Director

➔ Submit the Program Application form to be approved and signed by the Conference
Director.

➔ Actively participate in leadership skill development assignments.

➔ Personality traits promoted by Christian ethics, the Pathfinder Pledge and Law, and the
TLT Pledge must be an integral part of the participant’s lifestyle.

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 TLT Uniform & Accessories
10 uniform items pictured

Red T-Shirt Black Sports Shirt Red Sports Shirt

TLT Patch TLT Pin TLT Hat

TLT Cord TLT Sleeve Strip TLT Scarf TLT Manual

Resources
TLT Directors Manual (can be purchase at the Florida Conference Pathfinder store website)
TLT Record Book
TLT Application
Recommendation Forms

For more information on the (TLT) program, feel free to contact the following
individual.

Contact: Kim Lucas - Florida Conference State TLT Director

Phone: 941‐356‐4749
Email: [email protected]

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 Master Guide
Background
The Master Guide curriculum is one of the leadership programs that the General
Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Department uses to train people for youth leadership.
This is the highest level of leadership within the Pathfinder/Adventurer programs of the
church. It centers on one’s spiritual life and growth first and foremost. General leadership
skills are sharpened to lead the youth in God-ordained areas. The study of God’s nature and
outreach ministry, service to others, and a lifestyle that promotes healthy living increases the
amount of development within the youth.

Mission
To empower leaders through effective training, equipping, and deploying them for service.

Purpose
Develop Christ-like leaders to disciple children and youth.

For more information regarding the Master Guide program, please feel free to contact the
following
Individuals.

Master Guide Committee Members by area:

Master Guide Director

Florida Conference State Alex Ramirez
Kathy Gibbons-Adams [email protected]
[email protected] 305-812-667
[email protected]
305-915-5543 Dave Adden
[email protected]
North Area (vacant position) 954-830-5944

Central Area
Lurlet Gordon Other State Master Guide Committee
[email protected] Members
407-446-5297 Calvin Brooks (Pathfinders)
[email protected]
Don Wilson 305-773-4352
[email protected]
863-207-1668 Jose Diaz (Varsity)
[email protected]
West Area (vacant position) 407-791-3018

Kim Lucas (TLT)

South Area
[email protected]
Marcia Mighty-Powell
941-356-4749
[email protected]
954-684-4288

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 Master Guide Resources

Master Guide Webinars

There are ongoing webinars that focus on the different Master Guide Requirements, which include
learning styles, drilling, risk management, etc. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate!

If you are interested, contact Ms. Kathy Gibbons-Adams and/or Ms. Kim Lucas.
You may also email: [email protected] for more information regarding the webinar.

In order to participate, an invite will be sent to you upon your request with the new date, time, and
topic for the week.

Process for a Master Guide to Become Invested

Download the forms @ https://floridaconference.com/pathfinders/master-guide

1. Complete the MG Candidate Application Form with all your local church-related signatures.

2. Forward MG Candidate Application Form to Area Administrator, MG State Director, and

Florida Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Department.

3. Be inducted and complete the Master Guide Registration form requirements.

4. Complete MG Investiture Application Form: include MG Requirement Application and

Master Guide Card.

5. Forward MG Investiture Application to Area Administrator, MG State Director and Florida

Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer Department.

6. Before investiture: initiate a conversation with Florida Conference Pathfinder/Adventurer

Department, Area Administrator, MG Committee members. You must present your portfolio to
confirm the completion of requirements from the MG committee. (Please try to confirm at least a
month in advance.)

7. A Conference MG Committee person needs to be present at the investiture service or a

representative for the MG Committee.

8. Before ordering MG emblems for the Investiture, you need to obtain clearance from MG
State Director (Kathy Adams), and a clearance email will be sent to Elizabeth Bence at the Florida
Conference Pathfinder and Adventurer Store.

9. Clearance from the MG Director (Kathy Adams) needs to be given in order to purchase MG
Insignia from the Florida Conference Pathfinder and Adventurer online store. Purchases of MG
insignia can be made when the MG Requirements are completed, and you have been cleared.

For more information visit our website @ https://floridaconference.com/pathfinders/master-guide

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 MASTER GUIDE
READING AND LISTENING and other INFORMATION

WEBSITES:

1. www.pathfindersonline.org
a. (Official North American Division (NAD) website

2. www.ellenwhiteaudio.org
a. (books in mp3 version in multiple languages)

3. www.ellenwhite.org
a. (The Ellen White G. White Estate, Inc. website: online books and many
other items: type in name of the book in the search box)

4. www.adventsource.org
a. (purchase items for club and uniforms)

5. www.floridaconference.com
a. (Information source for church locations, publications, ministries, news,
events and many other things happening in the Florida Conference)

6. http://www.investitureachievement.com
a. (Pathfinder curriculum PDF)

7. http://guiasmayores.weebly.com
a. (Master Guide Spanish resources)

8. https://www.adventist.org/en/beliefs/
a. (Fundamental Beliefs)

9. www.flpathfinderstore.com
a. Master Guide Investiture Emblems are Restricted
b. They can be ordered upon clearance from Master Guide State Director
c. Master Guide Committee via the FL Pathfinder Store.

10. https://floridaconference.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/masterguide_recordca
rd-2014.pdf
a. English Master Guide Record Card

11. https://floridaconference.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Registro-de-GM_0.pdf
a. Spanish Master Guide Record Card

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 Appendix

Appendix A - Pathfinder and Adventurer Committee History ……………………….....……137-138

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 Appendix A
Article II: Statement of History and Purpose
(Excerpt from PAC Constitution)

Section A: Authority - The existence of the Florida Pathfinder/Adventurer Advisory

Committee is the direct result of the Florida Pathfinder council system that was approved
by the Florida Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Executive committee as recorded
in Florida Conference Executive Committee minutes 73-122. In 1973 it was then voted to
sponsor and support a Pathfinder council made up of Seventh-day Adventist Pathfinder
leaders with many years of experience working with Pathfinder youth. The Florida
Pathfinder Council, in a legal session, voted in June of 1994 to proceed with the concept
of the Administrative Committee. This was done for many reasons; chief among them
was to better manage the rapidly growing Florida Pathfinder program. In December of
2000, the Executive Committee of the Florida Conference voted the Pathfinder Advisory
Committee as a subcommittee of the Executive Committee with members serving a
three year term and elected by the first Executive Committee following the triennial
constituency meeting.

Section B: History - The first meeting of the Florida Pathfinder Executive Council was
called by Elder Norm Middag, Florida Conference M.V. Leader. It was held at Camp
Kulaqua during the month of July in the year 1973. At that time the 12 new members
drew lots for one, two and three year terms of service, thus beginning the process of
membership. The council also chose a chairman and secretary. In later legislation they
added a vice-chairman to take the position of the chairman when the latter's duty was
complete. The chairman's role was limited to one year. That first July, the Council then
drafted a Constitution to be later presented to the Florida Conference of SDA for their
executive approval. In July 1976, the Council approved and voted on the Florida
Pathfinder Handbook as a guide for Directors and Pathfinder leaders.

1. In 1980, a Pathfinder Area Coordinator system was added to the Florida Pathfinder
program. Five volunteer Area Coordinators were appointed to serve as field workers for
the Pathfinder Clubs. Their duties were to help form new Clubs, coordinate activities of
existing Clubs and provide assistance to local pastors and leaders. Coordinators visit the
Clubs in their areas enough to become familiar with local Club programs.

2. In recent years the value of a Pathfinder Council to the Pathfinder work has been proven
many times over. Other than its value as an advisory body to the Florida Pathfinder
Director, council members have formed Clubs throughout this state. This spirit of unity
has spread over the borders of the Florida Conference into other conferences. It has
helped provide the continuing leadership for our expanded mission program.

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 3. In 1990, the Florida Pathfinder Council voted to authorize the existence of an
Administrative Committee which was to consist of area and program coordinators,
council chairperson, associate lay director, finance chairperson and the Conference
Director who would also chair the committee. This committee only had the power to refer
items to the council, not to vote in policies.

Article II: Statement of History and Purpose (continued)

4. In 1994 the Florida Pathfinder Council voted, in session, because of the tremendous
growth and accelerated integrating of various ethnic and cultural groups, to implement
the Pathfinder Administrative Committee as the governing body of the Pathfinder Club
program in the Florida Conference. The Council felt it was also necessary to put more
emphasis on the area councils and less emphasis on top level management. Through
the years the Florida Council has gallantly served the Florida Pathfinder Club programs.
The Council felt there should be at least four area councils to implement this program.
The Conference Pathfinder Director is to attend at least one Area Council Meeting in
each area per year and more if feasible.

5. In December of 2000, the Florida Conference Executive Committee, in order to give the
Pathfinder Advisory Committee credence, voted to reorganize PAC and elect the
members at the first Exec Committee following the Quadrennial session. Members would
be elected on position, function and area responsibilities. The Executive Committee also
appointed the Executive Secretary of the Florida Conference as the Chairperson for the
committee. PAC will operate as a subcommittee of the Florida Conference Executive
Committee and follow the guidelines of the Florida Conference bylaws and constitution.
PAC will also abide by Robert’s Rules of Law.

6. In 2010, at the request of the Florida Conference Administration, the Pathfinder and
Adventurer Department merged with the Youth/YA Department to create a single Youth
Ministries Department under one Director with two Associates. A new volunteer structure
was also created to better care for local church Club Directors/youth leaders. The
volunteers were State Administrators, Area Administrators, Zone Administrators, and
Cluster Coordinators.

7. In December 2016, at the request of the Conference Executive Committee, the

Pathfinder/Adventurer Ministries were separated once again and became an
independent department with a Director/Associate. The volunteer structure stayed the
same. The Pathfinder and Adventurer Department (PAD) divided the state into four
areas: North, Central, West, and South. And there are over 60 volunteers serving as
Officially Appointed Volunteers (OAV’s) who help coordinate and support Club ministries
in FL Conference. On August 13, 2023, the FL Executive Committee voted the current
PAC members to serve on PAC for the next five years (next Conference session).

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