| The Adventurer Club is for “Kids That Count” and “Parents That Care”! This program is worldwide and is designed to support parents in the challenging task of helping their children develop fully as followers of Christ in today’s world. It is where children can learn Christian values, experience the joy of doing things well, express their love for Jesus naturally, learn good sportsmanship and people skills, and discover their God-given abilities and use them to benefit self and others.
The Adventurer Club is for any child in grades 1 to 4. Club activities encourage creativity and imagination. Children learn about the Bible, health and fitness, and nature. They develop people skills through club meetings, field trips, nature activities, crafts and games, and conference events.
The Adventurer Family Network, which is part of the Adventurer Club, is designed specifically for the Adventurer’s parents or other caregivers. Since families are an integral part of the Adventurer program, they are encouraged to work with their children on various projects. They are also invited to attend their own special parents’ meetings.
The Pathfinder Club is for youth in grades 5-10 who want to discover their world and themselves. This organization is worldwide. By being a part of it, youth can learn Christian values; develop self-discipline; make friends; enjoy safe and exciting adventures; learn what teamwork is all about; prepare for church and community responsibilities; cultivate courage, self-reliance, honesty, loyalty, and kindness; learn under the guidance of mature Christian counselors; acquire hobbies and skills; and grow in an atmosphere of love and acceptance.
Pathfinder uniforms are worn by both the young people and the adult counselors. Club meetings and activities are held regularly, and the members work together in various activities ranging from community projects to nature and outdoor events.
Pathfinders also have the opportunity to participate in several conference-sponsored activities such as camporee, a yearly mission trip, teen snow outing, teen leadership training (grades 9-12), a fair, and Bible Bowl.
Through the Pathfinder clubs, young people can meet new friends, go camping, earn Adventist Youth honors, and enjoy fun activities. Most important, though, they have new opportunities to talk about and know God.
| Date / Time |
Event |
Location |
| Jan. 15-17, 2010 |
Teen Snow Outing |
Camp Au Sable |
| TBD |
Area Coordinator Retreat |
Lansing |
| Feb. 6, 2010 |
PBA - Area Level |
varies |
| Mar. 6, 2010 |
PBA - Conf Level |
Battle Creek Tabernacle |
| Mar. 27, 2010 |
PBA - Union Level |
PMC, Berrien Springs |
| Apr. 16-17, 2010 |
PBA - Invitational-Div Level |
PMC, Berrien Springs |
| Apr. 25, 2010 |
Adventurer Fun Day |
GLAA, Cedar Lake |
| May 16, 2010 |
Pathfinder Fair |
The Summit, Lansing |
| Jun. 6, 2010 tentatively |
Pathfinder Council |
Lansing
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