The Pathfinder section is open to youth of all genders aged 11-17 (grades 6 through 12). The Pathfinder Troop is made up of Patrols of 6 to 8 members, led by a (youth) Patrol Leader who shares responsibility with an adult Rover leader for planning adventures, trips, service, and projects.
The Pathfinder program is designed to empower and embolden our scouts, encouraging them to plan and implement their own projects, adventures, service, and skills. Adult leaders do not plan these meetings; they are merely offering supervision, transport, and making connections in the community when needed. This goes back to B-P’s original scouting program, and what he called “The Patrol Method,” as outlined in his book, Scouting for Boys.
RESOURCES:
Pathfinder Handbook – BPSA-developed handbook for the Pathfinder section. Click here to order a coil-bound version.
UNIFORMS AND BADGES:
Pathfinder Uniform – The current official uniform shirt for all Pathfinder Scouts.
Hats – Pathfinders may choose to wear the traditional campaign-style hat or a red beret.
Pathfinder Badges & Awards – Are handed out by your section leader & 124RR Quartermaster Joy.
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