Pathfinder Registration 2026 - Northern Tablelands Pathfinder Club

Pathfinder Applicant Information

Applicant First Name

Applicant Last Name

DOB

Grade at School

Address

City

State

Post Code

Country

Mobile

This application is to join the following Class:

Friend must be grade 5 (or 10 years )

Companion must be grade 6 (or 11 years)

Explorer must be grade 7 (or 12 years)

Ranger must be grade 8 (or 13 years)

Voyager must be grade 9 (or 14 years)

Guide must be grade 10 (or 15 years)

Master Guide must be grade 11 (or 16 years)

If the applicant has been in Pathfinders previously, which of the following classes have they completed:

Friend

Companion

Explorer

Ranger

Voyager

Guide

Master Guide

Do you have a full dress uniform?

Yes

Church attending

How far can the Pathfinder Applicant swim?

Not at All

Less than 50m

50 to 100m

Over 100m

Pledge and Law

Pledge: Loving the Lord I will daily seek His presence, show friendship to others, keep the Pathfinder Law and honour my country.

Law: The Pathfinder Law is for me to:
look for the good in others;
aim to do my best;
love and respect my family;
be thankful for what I have;
preserve God’s creation;
take care of my health;
be involved in my Church;
and go where He sends.

CODE OF CONDUCT

In the interest of safety and the unity of the Club I acknowledge and agree to abide by this code. I acknowledge that if my conduct is shown to be contrary to that outline in this Code, it may result in my exclusion from some activities or the termination of my membership. In circumstances where a serious breach of the Code of Conduct has occurred, I understand that my parents may be asked to collect me prior to the normal conclusion of the activity.

1. At all times, remember and follow the Pathfinder Pledge and Law;

2. Love and respect yourself, and love and respect others also, by making sure that you don’t do anything that m ay cause you or anyone else harm, or place yours or someone else’s health, safety or wellbeing at risk;

3. Treat each other and your leaders with respect and courtesy;

4. Follow the directions of your leaders, Directors and the Counsellors involved in the leadership of Pathfinders;

5. Participate in all activities;

6. Do not use sharp implements (knives, axes, or any items that may resemble a sharp implement) or matches without Club authorized supervision;

7. Do not light flames in tents;

8. Do not use offensive language or gestures;

9. Do not bring, show or distribute offensive materials to Pathfinder events (including pictures, movies, songs, social media or printouts);

10. Smoking, alcohol and illegal drugs are not allowed at any Pathfinder Event or venue;

11. Wear suitable and modest dress;

12. Do not bring any electronic device, mobile phones, electronic games, etc to any Pathfinder organized event or meeting unless by prior arrangement with the Director;

13. Do not post photos from Pathfinder events or of persons in their Pathfinder uniform to Social Media unless in a private group authorised and administered by Club Staff;

14. Build cooperative relationships based on trust, respect and honesty;

15. Acknowledge and support the diversity, differences, personal strengths and abilities that others bring to the Club;

16. Share and build knowledge, experiences and resources with others in the Club;

17. Do not develop inappropriate and adult-like relationships with other Pathfinder members, participants, guests or visitors while a member and/or at Pathfinder events;

18. Ensure that your personal conduct with other Pathfinder members, participants, guests or visitors, whether during or outside of Pathfinder hours, follows this Code;

19. Boy’s tents or accommodation are strictly out of bounds for girls, and girl’s tents or accommodation are strictly out of bounds for boys;

20. Demonstrate a high degree of individual responsibility, recognizing that at all times your words and actions are an example to other members of the community;

21. Ensure that at all times your conduct upholds the positive reputation of the Pathfinder Club and does not bring it into question;

22. Ensure what you say about and do to others, using all forms of communication, is constructive and supportive of them rather than destructive and/or hurtful;

23. Do not bully or harass others or discriminate against them in any way;

24. Encourage other Pathfinder members, participants, guests or visitors to accept and follow this Code of Conduct. Report to the Pathfinder Director if you notice anyone breaching the Code.

In signing this document I acknowledge that I understand the conduct expected and the potential action the Club may take if my behavior doesn’t follow the Code.

Name of Pathfinder Applicant

Signature of Pathfinder Applicant

Sign Here

Date

Parent/Carer Information (1)

First Name

Last Name

Phone/Mobile

Relationship to applicant

Adsafe training completed and current?

Yes

Working with Children Check Number

Parent/Carer Information (2)

First Name

Last Name

Phone/Mobile

Relationship to applicant

Adsafe training completed and current?

Yes

Working with Children Check Number

Emergency Contact (1)

Is this the same as Parent/Carer Information (1)

Yes

First Name

Last Name

Relationship to applicant

Phone Number

Emergency Contact (2)

Is this the same as Parent/Carer Information (2)

Yes

First Name

Last Name

Relationship to applicant

Phone Number

Health Record

This information will be kept confidential (information to be used for eg: treatment if necessary.)

Weight (kg)

Height (cm)

Medicare Card Number

Medicare Reference No.

Medicare Expiry

Medical Issues

None

Heart Problems

Respiratory Problems

Migraines

Blackouts

Epilepsy

Diabeties

Asthma

Allergies

Drug Reactions

Dietary Requirements

Travel Sickness

Bed Wetting

Phobias

Disabilities

Restriction on Activities

Recent Operations

Recent Illnesses

Medication Required

Details of Medical Issues

Last Tetanus Immunisation

Doctor/Medical Centre Name

Doctor/Medical Centre Number

Medical Authorisation

I give permission to the leaders of Northern Tablelands or the NNSW Conference to obtain medical treatment for my child in the event of an emergency, eg. surgery, blood transfusion, medication, and I cannot be contacted immediately. I give my permission for medical staff to treat my child.

In the event that the above medical information should change, I agree that it is my responsibility to notify the Northern Tablelands Pathfinder Club immediately.

I/We (Parent/Carer) accept the medical authorisation conditions and confirm that the medical details provided are correct

Approval by Parents/Carer

I/We have read the requirements for membership in the Northern Tablelands Pathfinder Club and hereby certify that the information contained in this form is correct and we would like the applicant to become a Pathfinder.

I/We hereby voluntarily waive any claim against the Seventh-day Adventist Church for any accidents that may arise in connection with the activities of the Club.

Photograph Consent: I/We understand that our child may be photographed during activities/camps/club nights and we give our permission for this to occur and for images to be used Club promotions.

As parents/carers, I/we understand that the Northern Tablelands Pathfinder Club program is an active one for the applicant. It includes many opportunities for service, adventure and fun. We will support the Club and cooperate by:

1. Learning how we can assist the applicant and Club Leaders
2. Encouraging the applicant to take an active part in all activities
3. Supporting the Club and attending events to which parents are invited
4. Purchasing Pathfinder uniforms and equipment where necessary
5. Responding in a timely manner to club communication

I/We (Parent/Carer) give consent for the applicant to become a Pathfinder under the conditions outlined in this application