Welcome to the Pathfinder club page.
Pathfinder Registration: 2026
Do you have a friend interested in Pathfinders?
Click here to access the online Pathfinder referral form.
Early Pathfinder Registration for the 2025/2026 club year will begin on 23 Feb and 23 Mar 2025 from 12:30 to 1:30 PM..
Parents can access registration forms here.
If you have any questions, contact Richard Wical (Director) or Jim Wilson (Deputy Director).
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Congratulations to Tirzah Schilke. She was baptized in August 2024 during the International Pathfinder Camporee. Stay Pathfinder Strong!
International Pathfinder Camporee - Believe the Promise 2024
Central Sentinels: We are off to the 2024 International Pathfinder Camporee.
Pathfinder Investiture 2024
Pathfinder Fair 2024 - Central Sentinels
Drill demonstration - Pathfinder Fair 2024
Pathfinder Fair 2024 (Group Picture)
Click here to view entire video.
Area Level PBE event (Feb 2024) in ABQ, NM (1st Place).
Pathfinder Inductee's for 2024:
Year-in-Review 2024:
Click here to view the year-in-review video for 2023/2024 club year.
Pathfinder of the Year (2024): Hailey Avery
Calendar: 2025
Note: The 2025 club year runs from Apr 2024 to Mar 2025.
Club Meeting Times: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Master Guide Advisory Committee 2024: The senior leaders will assemble on 26 Mar 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM to review all pathfinder journals for investiture consideration. MG Richard Wical, MG Abel Flores, and MG Merilyn Christianson are the committee members. All Group leaders and counselors must attend to support the Pathfinder journal reviews.
Pathfinder Sabbath: The club is participating in a Pathfinder Sabbath on 29 Mar 2025. Pathfinders/Staff should wear their modified Class A uniform (without sash). Children's Story will be presented by the MG Richard Wical. Sermon presented by Pastor Abbott.
Honor Activity: Wilderness Camping: The Guide group is participating in a wilderness camping event on 30 Mar 2025. POC is Jim Wilson. Event permission slips are required..
Staff Meeting:
3/9/25 (P)
Calendar: 2026
Note: The 2026 club year runs from Apr 2025 to Mar 2026.
Club Meeting Times: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Club Meeting #1: The meeting will be held on 6 Apr 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Heart & Circulation Part 1, Drilling & Marching (PF Fair Practice), and Club T-shirt inventory.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 8 Apr 2025 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
Outreach Activity: The club will support the Spring Church Work Bee on 13 Apr 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Robert Christenson for details. Event and transportation forms will be needed for this event.
Honor Activity: The club will be participating in a 5-mile city hike on 26 Apr 2025. This event will be conducted in the community around the church. Pathfinders can bring parents/siblings to this event. The club will focus on the following honor activities: Hiking honor.
Club Meeting #2: The meeting will be held on 27 Apr 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Bible Marking Part 1 and Fair Event (Practice).
Finance Document Close-out: 20 Apr 2025 is the last day for staff to submit reimbursement requests for the current pathfinder club year.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 29 Apr 2025 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
Texico Conference Pathfinder Fair: The club is supporting the Texico Conference Pathfinder Fair from 2-4 May 2025. The Fair will be held at the Inlow Baptist Camp. Pathfinders/staff will bring both their field uniform and their Class A uniform. Event and transportation forms will be needed for this event.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 6 May 2025 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
Pathfinder Investiture Rehearsal: There will be an investiture ceremony rehearsal on 16 May 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities.
Pathfinder Investiture Ceremony: The investiture ceremony will be held after church on 17 May 2025 starting at 1:00 PM. Pathfinders and staff will be required to wear Class A uniform for this event.
New Staff Training: The club will host new staff training via ZOOM on 23 May 2025. New staff will need to complete the Basic Staff Certification course at the Adventist Learning Community website.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 27 May 2025 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 3 Jun 2025 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
Locker Inventory/Journal Re-supply: Staff will conduct a locker inventory and journal re-supply on 22 Jun 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the church.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 24 Jun 2025 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 8 Jul 2025 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 29 Jul 2025 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
Honor Activity: The club will be participating in a swimming honor activity on 3 Aug 2025. This event will be conducted at the Kirtland AFB swimming pool. Pathfinders can bring parents/siblings to this event. The club will focus on the following honor activities: Basic Water Safety, Swimming - Beginners/Beginners Advanced/Intermediate, Swimming, and Community Water Safety honors.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 6 Aug 2025 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
PF Choir Practice: The club will be conducting a choir practice session on 10 Aug 2025 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at the church. This practice is to prepare for the upcoming Pathfinder sabbath. Field uniform should be worn for this event.
Honor Activity: The club will be participating in a 5-mile country hike on 16 Aug 2025. This event will be conducted in the Sandia foothills. Pathfinders can bring parents/siblings to this event. The club will focus on the following honor activities: Hiking honor.
PF Choir Practice: The club will be conducting a choir practice session on 24 Aug 2025 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at the church. This practice is to prepare for the upcoming Pathfinder sabbath. Field uniform should be worn for this event.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 26 Aug 2025 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
Pathfinder Sabbath: The club is participating in a Pathfinder Sabbath on 31 Aug 2025. Pathfinders/Staff should wear their modified Class A uniform (without sash) and bring anyone they know who might be interested in joining the club. The sermon will be provided by MG Richard Wical.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 2 Sep 2025 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
Club Meeting #3: The meeting will be held on 7 Sep 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Heart & Circulation Part 2 and Letterboxing Part 1.
Club Meeting #4: The meeting will be held on 14 Sep 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Bible Marking Part 2 and Drilling & Marching (Color Guard).
Outreach Activity: The club will support the Community Trash Clean-up event on 14 Sep 2025 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Robert Christenson for details. Event and transportation forms will be needed for this event.
Pathfinder Induction Rehearsal: There will be an induction ceremony rehearsal on 19 Sep 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. There will be a PF Choir Practice.
World Pathfinder Sabbath: The club is participating in the 75th World Pathfinder Sabbath on 20 Sep 2025. Pathfinders/Staff should wear their modified Class A uniform (without sash) and bring anyone they know who might be interested in joining the club. The sermon will be provided by MG Richard Wical.
Pathfinder Induction Ceremony: The Induction ceremony will be held after church on 20 Sep 2025 starting at 1:00 PM. Pathfinders and staff will be required to wear modified Class A uniform for this event. MG candidates will be corded in conjunction with this ceremony.
Outreach Activity: The club will support the Fall Church Work Bee on 5 Oct 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Robert Christenson for details. Event and transportation forms will be needed for this event.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 30 Sep 2025 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
Conference Pathfinder Camporee: The conference is hosting a camporee from 3-5 Oct 2025. This event will be held at (TBD). Pathfinders and staff will be provided a packing list for this event. Tents, transportation, and food will be provided by the club for the duration of this event.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 7 Oct 2025 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
Honor Activity: The club will be participating in a 10-mile city hike on 11 Oct 2025. This event will be conducted in the community around the church. Pathfinders can bring parents/siblings to this event. The club will focus on the following honor activities: Hiking honor.
Club Meeting #5: The meeting will be held on 12 Oct 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Knot Tying and Bible Marking Part 3.
Club Ministries Leadership Convention: The conference will be hosting the club ministries leadership convention at the Happy TX from 17-19 Oct 2025. Staff should attend this event. Field and Class A uniforms are required. Limited fuel cost reimbursement may be available to the staff.
Club Meeting #6: The meeting will be held on 26 Oct 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Drilling & Marching (Static/Movement), Uniform Inspection (Class A on a hanger), and Crocheting Part 1.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 28 Oct 2025 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
Club Meeting #7: The meeting will be held on 2 Nov 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Knot Tying and Letterboxing Part 2.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 4 Nov 2025 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
Pathfinder Veteran Recognition Ceremony: The club will participate in a parade of service flags and a veteran recognition ceremony on 9 Nov 2025. This event will take place right after Sabbath School and just before the main worship service in the Sanctuary (approximate start is 10:35 AM.) Pathfinders will wear modified class A uniform (no sash) for this event. All veterans in the church are encouraged to attend this special event to be recognized for their service to our country.
Club Meeting #8: The meeting will be held on 16 Nov 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Camping Skills and PBE Practice #1 event (PBE Academy).
Outreach Activity: The club will support the Food and Christmas box event on 16 Nov 2025 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Robert Christenson for details. Event and transportation forms will be needed for this event.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 25 Nov 2025 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
Club Meeting #9: The meeting will be held on 7 Dec 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Knife/Hatchet Safety and PBE Practice #2 event (PBE Academy).
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 9 Dec 2025 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
Honor Activity: The club will be participating in a 10-mile country hike on 13 Dec 2025. This event will be conducted in the Sandia foothills. Pathfinders can bring parents/siblings to this event. The club will focus on the following honor activities: Hiking honor.
Club Meeting #10: The meeting will be held on 14 Dec 2025 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Drilling & Marching (Static/Movement) and PBE Practice #3 event (PBE Academy).
Outreach Activity: The club will support the 1st Responder Cookie box event on 14 Dec 2023 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Robert Christenson for details. Event and transportation forms will be needed for this event.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 30 Dec 2025 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 6 Jan 2026 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
Honor Activity: The club will be participating in a 15-mile country hike on 11 Jan 2026. This event will be conducted on the Bosque Trail. Pathfinders can bring parents/siblings to this event. The club will focus on the following honor activities: Hiking honor.
Club Meeting #11: The meeting will be held on 25 Jan 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Heart & Circulation Part 2 and PBE Practice #4 event (PBE Academy).
Outreach Activity: The club will support the health and hygiene box event on 25 Jan 2026 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Pathfinders/staff will wear their field uniform. Contact Robert Christenson for details. Event and transportation forms will be needed for this event.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 27 Jan 2026 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 3 Feb 2026 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
Area PBE Event: The NNM Area Coordinator will be hosting the 2024 Pathfinder Bible Experience (PBE) area event on 7 Feb 2024 from 1:30 to 5:00 PM. Pathfinder/staff will wear their class A uniform with PBE cords. This is a mandatory event for PBE team members, coaches, and leaders. This event will be held at the Heights SDA Church.
Club Meeting #12: The meeting will be held on 8 Feb 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, First Aid Skills Rodeo and Pathfinder Fair Events - Introduction.
Fundraiser Preparation Activity: The Pathfinders will assemble the fundraiser gift baskets after club meeting on 13 Feb 2026. Lunch will be provided.
Pathfinder Fundraiser 2026: The club
Invites you to support the
Annual Club Fundraiser
This year’s fundraiser will consist of a:
Dinner / Auction / Entertainment
Join us for a night of fun.
Dinner will include a salad, entrée, drink, and dessert.
When: 14 February 2024 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM
Where: Albuquerque Central Seventh-day Adventist Church
Money collected will support the club and participation in the international camporee in 2024.
The event is open to all who want to support this great ministry.
For more information, contact:
Richard Wical, Jim Wilson, or Rosie Wilson
Honor Activity: The club will be participating in a star gazing event on 15 Feb 2026. This event will be conducted at the Van Why house. Pathfinders can bring parents/siblings to this event. The club will focus on the following honor activities: Stars and Stars Advanced honors.
Club Meeting #13: The meeting will be held on 22 Feb 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Camp Cooking, Letterboxing Part 3, and Early Registration PF club year 2026/2027.
Note: The annual club inspection primary date is scheduled for this meeting. Pathfinders will report in their class A uniform and change into their field uniform for the rest of the club meeting.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 24 Feb 2026 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
MG Session: Zoom meeting hosted by the program lead on 3 Mar 2026 for the MG candidates to review portfolio progress and answer any questions.
Conference PBE Event: The NNM Area Coordinator will be hosting the 2024 Pathfinder Bible Experience (PBE) area event on 7 Mar 2024 from 1:30 to 5:00 PM. Pathfinder/staff will wear their class A uniform with PBE cords. This is a mandatory event for PBE team members, coaches, and leaders. This event will be held at the Amarillo SDA Church.
Club Meeting #14: The meeting will be held on 8 Mar 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Crocheting Part 2 and Fair Event Practice.
Club Meeting #15: The meeting will be held on 22 Mar 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the church. Pathfinders will need to wear their field uniform (PF T-shirt, short/long pants, sneakers) appropriate for scheduled activities. Activities will focus on investiture group work, Annual Club Inspection (Alternate Date), Drilling & Marching (PF Fair Practice), and Three Angels Messages.
Note: The annual club inspection alternate date is scheduled for this meeting. If needed, Pathfinders will report in their class A uniform and change into their field uniform for the rest of the club meeting.
Pathfinder Document Close-out: All Pathfinder journals will be turned into the club director as part of the end-of-year document close-out on 25 Mar 2026.
Master Guide Advisory Committee 2024: The senior leaders will assemble on 25 Mar 2026 to review all pathfinder journals for investiture consideration. MG Richard Wical, MG Kaylin Clark, MG Abel Flores, and MG Merilyn Christianson are the committee members. All Group leaders and counselors must attend to support the Pathfinder journal reviews.
MG Session: Meeting (Physical, Virtual, or by phone) by the assigned mentor on 31 Mar 2026 with their MG candidates to assess their progress in the program.
Staff Meeting:
4/6/25 (P), 5/4/25 (P), 6/15/25 (V), 7/13/25 (V), 8/10/2025 (P), 9/7/25 (P), 10/12/25 (P), 11/2/25 (P), 12/7/25 (P), 1/4/26 (V), 2/8/26 (P), 3/8/26 (P)
Note: (V) stands for Virtual meetings using video chat application, (P) stands for Physical meeting at the church, (H) stands for hybrid (both physical and virtual).
Note: See church website calendar for details.
Inlow Baptist Camp:
The Texico Conference Pathfinder Fair is held at the end of each club year. This is a mandatory event for all club pathfinders. All staff and pathfinders must complete camp registration before attending this event.
Click here to download the Inlow Baptist Camp registration forms:
Dues: There are dues for club membership. Details will be provided during registration.
Uniforms: Click link to view additional information about uniforms.
Click below links to view 2016 Update to uniform chart:
Uniform Shirt - Patches/Ribbons/Pins
Uniform Sleeves - Patches/Billet Stripe/Stars-Chevrons
Uniforms are owned by the individual person. Club will provide uniform patches/badges on initial issue only.
Note: Club will not purchase or buy previously used staff/pathfinder uniforms.
Click here for additional uniform information.
Note: There are some uniform tops in the Pathfinders’ closet that new pathfinders and staff can purchase at a discount. The club will help with those who are having financial burden in purchasing the class A uniform.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Opportunities to volunteer throughout this year are also available. If you are interested in volunteering your time, please let us know. More information can be provided if you are interested.
Needed:
- Group Leaders - Responsible for Investiture Program instruction
- Counselors - Responsible for spiritual development of Pathfinders
- Instructors - Responsible for group instruction (Investiture Program) and honor activities
- Outreach Coordinator - Responsible for community and holiday outreach activities in support of investiture programs.
- Quartermaster - Responsible for care and feeding of the club.
- Treasurer - Responsible for club finances and staff reimbursements.
Contact club leadership if you are interested in serving in any of these vital positions.
Not sure if you want to get involved or join Pathfinders, click here to watch a short video.
Want more information, click here to view the Pathfinder About page.
Staff Reimbursement:
All supplies and equipment are reimbursable through the established club reimbursement process.
Contact the club treasurer for details.
Staff can access the reimbursement form here.
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