This is the original Pathfinder Curriculum method that the Pathfinder organisation began with. The current card requirements were revised in 1980.
The curriculum is made up of six separate sets of requirements that are appropriate for the age group. They are:
Friends 10 Yr old
Companion 11 Yr old
Explorer 12 Yr old
Ranger 13 Yr old
Voyager 14 Yr old
Guide 15 Yr old
Each class covers different aspects of Pathfindering including Spiritual, Outdoor and Recreational skills. Each class includes advanced work that can be completed by the Pathfinder.
Resources
Three major Resource Books have been developed.
• Blue Junior Class Resource Book
• Grey/Silver Teen Class Resource Book.
• South Pacific Division Staff Manual (provides outline of Honours, Marching, and how to run a Pathfinder Club)
These are all available from the ABC.
Other Comments
This curriculum requires a separate teacher for each class. The card must be signed off as soon as it is completed. The teacher needs to be creative in teaching the class.
