NORTHEASTERN  CONFERENCE    PATHFINDER  FEDERATION  UNIFROM  STANDARDS

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NORTHEASTERN CONFERENCE PATHFINDER FEDERATION

Uniform Guide for Pathfinders, TLTS, Staff and Master Guides The Pathfinder Uniform The Pathfinder uniform helps make the Pathfinder program real and visible. It is emblematic and representative of the worldwide club’s ideals and standards. Each individual member becomes a very vital representative of the organization, and wearing the uniform will help to provide a consciousness of belonging to a club that rightly represents the Adventist youth of today. If the uniform is worn as ordinary clothing, it will have failed in its purpose. The uniform should always be neat and clean. To wear it commonly for ordinary play or work lowers its dignity. The Pathfinder Club program should be so valuable to each member that the uniform will be acquired and worn with enthusiasm. It is recommended that uniforms be worn on the following occasions: 1. At all Pathfinder meetings 2. At any public gathering when any or all act as:

♦ Messengers ♦ Ushers ♦ Guard of honor ♦ Color Guards

3. On occasions as specified by the Pathfinder director, Area Coordinator or Conference Pathfinder Official.

4. At special Pathfinder services 5. While engaging in witness activity, or community service such as Ingathering, distributing food baskets,

flowers, literature, etc. Uniforms should not be worn: 1. By nonmembers 2. When engaged in selling or solicitation for personal profit, or for commercial or political purposes 3. At any time or place when it’s wearing discounts the organization or casts reflection upon the uniform,

lowers its dignity and esteem, and makes it commonplace. Uniform Insignia and Patches Each of the World Divisions determines current policy, Uniform specifications and procedures for the Pathfinder ministry. While the uniform of the Pathfinder Club varies in regions or even countries around the world, the insignia and where they are placed are well nigh universally the same. Designing and setting the position of the insignia and/or working any changes or additions are the responsibility of the World Pathfinder Director and the General Conference in consultation with the divisions. Clubs, conferences, unions and divisions may make no exceptions or variations without the definite permission from the World Pathfinder Headquarters. The insignia are divided into two categories: 1. Identification Insignia are the group of emblems that signify the organization to which the person

belongs. 2. Recognition/award Insignia are emblems indicating class achievement, position, or special

achievements in conduct or service.

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The following are a description and position of official Pathfinder Club Identification Insignia:

Pathfinder Triangle Emblem This is the symbol that represents the Pathfinder Club. The 2-inch (5-cm.) triangle is worn on the cap, beret, etc. The Pathfinder Club emblem 3-inch triangle (7.5-cm.) in the local language is worn on the right-hand sleeve, shoulder high. Pathfinder Club Name Tab These are worn on the right sleeve of the shirt/girl’s blouse, and dress uniform jacket ½-inch (1.2 cm.) below the shoulder seam. It is worn above the staff name strip and Pathfinder triangle on the right-hand sleeve. Staff-Office Sleeve Strips Pathfinder Officials such as conference director, coordinator, area coordinator, district director, club director, deputy director, Chaplain, instructor, counselor, and junior counselor may wear a strip designating their position; it is centered below the club name 2-inch (5 cm.) below the shoulder seam and ¼- inch (.08-cm.) above the Pathfinder triangle on the right-hand sleeve. Pathfinder World Emblem This oval symbol, containing the Pathfinder triangle, represents the worldwide organization of Pathfinder Clubs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. This symbol is worn on the left-hand sleeve of shirt/girl’s blouse, and dress uniform jacket. It is positioned ½-inch (1.2-cm.) below the shoulder seam. Neckerchief, Pathfinder This is yellow in color with the World Pathfinder emblem as the logo on the back, which is accompanied with the pathfinder slide. This may be worn by all inducted Pathfinders and Non-Master Guide Staff. Neckerchief, Master Guide This is yellow in color with the Master Guide Crest printed on the tip of the triangle. The distinctive Master Guide slide with the Master Guide Crest is used with the neckerchief. It is to be worn only by those invested as Master Guides. Pathfinder Class Chevrons The following are a description of Pathfinder recognition insignia: These are located on the left sleeve below the Pathfinder world emblem. The order from top to bottom is Master Guide, Guide, Voyager, Ranger, Explorer, Companion, and Friend. All persons (Master Guide Included) should wear only the class insignia in which they have been invested. Master Guide Star An embroidered gold star is worn on left-hand sleeve. When all Pathfinder classes and the Master Guide course have been completed, the Master Guide Star and all the individual chevrons may be worn. Pathfinder Class Pins Upon Investiture for each class, the Pathfinder obtains a pin of recognition to be worn on the uniform: These may be worn centered across the top of the left pocket. The Master Guide pin would be placed in the center at the top of the left pocket with pins of other classes in which the Master Guide has been invested centered in a row below, or the Master Guide may choose to wear only the Master Guide pin. When advanced level insignia have been earned, the class pins may be placed on the sash. Class Pocket Strip Centered just above the left pocket of the shirt or blouse is the Pathfinder Class pocket strip for the highest Pathfinder Class in which the individual has been invested. It should be level with the top of the uniform shirt pocket.

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Advanced Pathfinder Class Ribbon-Bar This is worn only by those completing the requirements, on the left side of shirt or dress just above the Pathfinder Class pocket strip. Pathfinder Excellence Ribbon/Good Conduct Ribbon-Bar This is worn on the left side of shirt, blouse, or dress above the pocket. It is usually above the Pathfinder Class pocket strip or Advanced Pathfinder Class Ribbons. Captain and Scribe Badges This badge is to be worn by captain and scribe on the sash, or positioned above the right pocket, on the shirt/blouse. Pathfinder Honor Sash This is worn over the right shoulder (under neckerchief) and under the left arm, the lower point of the sash resting against the left side of the body. It serves as a collecting point for Honor patches and all other Pathfinder related emblems the wearer has earned. (Traded items are not to be included here.) Pathfinder Staff Service Stars These are obtained from the conference/mission director. There are two Options: 1. Embroidered fabric stars may be worn on the right sleeve centered ¼-inch (0.08-cm.) below the point of

the 3-inch (7.5-cm.) Pathfinder triangle emblem. 2. Metal stars may be worn on the left pocket. Only one star with the numeral indicating the accumulated

years of verifiable service should be worn. Service stars are awarded annually by the conference/mission that keeps a record of the years of service.

Epaulettes, Stripes, Stars of Rank An optional green epaulette is worn by teen Pathfinders, junior counselors, Instructors and counselors. Senior Staff wear Gold stars and various colored braids for each level of leadership from the local club to the conference level. These items are selected by local conferences, unions, or divisions.

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NORTHEASTERN CONFERENCE UNIFORM STANDARDS and SPECIFICATIONS

Pathfinder Class “A” Full Dress Uniform ♦ Black beret with the small pathfinder triangle logo. The beret must be worn flapped to the right and with

the logo directly over the left eye. The Beret is to be worn horizontally one inch over the eyebrow. ♦ Pathfinder scarf fitted neatly around the neck, held together in front with the appropriate loop device of

either metal, plastic or cloth, but nevertheless having the Pathfinder logo affixed and properly positioned; ♦ Club name crest, Pathfinder triangle patch on the right sleeve and conference patch, union patch,

pathfinder world patch on the left sleeve; ♦ Name badge over right breast/pocket or on the honor sash at the same level; ♦ Black tie (female tuxedo tie for the females); ♦ White gloves; ♦ Black Honor sash (if you have at least one honor patch or were invested in any class); ♦ Black Pathfinder belt with the correct Pathfinder buckle, holding pants/skirt neatly at the waist; ♦ Black pants (male) and black A-line skirt (female). There must be no decoration or extra stitching on

pants or skirt. Skirt or pants may have no more than three pleats on each side on the front; ♦ Black socks (male pathfinders), black ultra-ultra sheer stockings (female pathfinders over 12 years old),

black socks (female pathfinders under 12). There must be no decoration on the socks; ♦ Black, laced up, leather or low rubber soled Oxford shoes with no decoration or extra stitching.

Pathfinder Class “B” Service Dress Uniform

♦ The Class “B” Service dress uniform is less formal attire that is appropriate for Worship Services and non-field activities where the Class “A” is out of place.

♦ One of the authorized Conference, Area, or Club Shirts

♦ Black Pathfinder belt with the correct Pathfinder buckle, holding pants/skirt neatly at the waist; ♦ Black pants (male) and black A-line skirt (female). There must be no decoration or extra stitching on

pants or skirt. Skirt or pants may have no more than three pleats on each side on the front; ♦ Black socks (male pathfinders), black stockings (female pathfinders over 12 years old), black socks

(female pathfinders under 12). There must be no decoration on the socks; ♦ Black, laced up, leather or low rubber soled Oxford shoes with no decoration or extra stitching. ♦ Shirts are worn tucked into the skirt or pants of the Class B Service Dress uniform of both males and

females.

Pathfinder Class “B” Field Uniform ♦ Whenever Class A uniform is not required, class B uniform must be worn on all Pathfinder approved and

sponsored activities or events. Each club must agree to a class B field uniform standard which must be adhered to by all staff and club members. The club T-shirt must have the Pathfinder logo prominently imprinted and displayed somewhere on it. Where instructed, at federation or conference events, the area or conference T-shirt may be substituted for the club T-shirt. Officers and Staff Members are permitted the use of a Staff polo style Shirt with the appropriate conference, federation area or club designs

♦ In addition to the shirt, the field uniform will consist of the Black/blue jean, white tube socks and sneakers.

♦ Males will wear the shirts of the Field Uniform tucked into their jeans at all times. Jeans are not to be worn baggy or hanging below the waist.

♦ Females may wear the shirts of the Field Uniform out of their jeans/pants covering their middles at all times.

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Master Guide Class “A” Full Dress Uniform ♦ Black beret with the small pathfinder triangle or Master Guide logo. The beret must be worn flapped to

the right and with the logo directly over the left eye. The Beret is to be worn horizontally one inch over the eyebrow.

♦ Master Guide Neckerchief fitted neatly around the neck, held together in front with the appropriate loop device of either metal, plastic or cloth, but nevertheless having the Master Guide logo affixed and properly positioned;

♦ Conference, Area, or Club Name crest, Pathfinder triangle patch on the right sleeve and conference patch, union patch, pathfinder world patch on the left sleeve;

♦ Name badge over right breast/pocket or on the honor sash at the same level; ♦ Black four in hand tie ♦ White gloves; ♦ Green Honor sash; ♦ Black Pathfinder belt with the correct Pathfinder buckle, holding pants/skirt neatly at the waist; ♦ The class "A" uniform comprises the green coat and trousers or “A” line skirt; in Army green (AG) shade

415. ♦ short- or long-sleeved beige shirt with patches ♦ Black leather lace up oxford type shoes. (no patent leather, thick soled shoes or loafers) ♦ Black socks with no decorations (males), Skin tone ultra-ultra sheer stockings (female) ♦ Master Guides are authorized on occasion to wear the Modified Class “A” Uniform which consists of

all elements of the Class “A” except the Jacket and Gloves. NOTE: In order to wear the Modified Master Guide Class “A” the authorized shirt must have all required patches, pin and name tag. Cords are optional.

Master Guide Class “B” Service Dress Uniform

♦ The Class “B” Service dress uniform is less formal attire that is appropriate for Worship Services and non-field activities where the Class “A” is out of place.

♦ One of the authorized Shirts i.e. Conference, Master Guide Program Area, Club in either T-shirt or Polo style.

♦ Black Pathfinder belt with the correct Pathfinder buckle, holding pants/skirt neatly at the waist; ♦ Black pants (male) and black A-line skirt (female). There must be no decoration or extra stitching on

pants or skirt. Skirt or pants may have no more than three pleats on each side on the front; ♦ Black socks with no decorations (males), Skin tone ultra-ultra sheer stockings (female) ♦ Black, laced up, leather or low rubber soled Oxford shoes with no decoration or extra stitching. ♦ Shirts are worn tucked into the skirt or pants of the Class B Service Dress uniform of both males and

females. ♦ NOTE: The Bottom of the Master Guide Class “B” service Dress Uniform when so ordered is green for

Pathfinder Master Guides, blue Adventure Master Guide or the generic black which specified. Master Guide Class “B” Field Uniform

♦ One of the authorized Shirts i.e. Conference, Master Guide Program Area, Club in either T-shirt or Polo style.

♦ Black/blue jean, white tube socks ♦ Black or white Sneakers, field shoes or boots. ♦ Males will wear the shirts of the Field Uniform tucked into their jeans at all times. Jeans are not to be

worn baggy or hanging below the waist.

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♦ Females will wear the shirts of the Field Uniform out of their jeans/pants covering their middles at all times.

SPECIAL TEAMS: ♦ The uniform for special team members when serving in that capacity is Off-White beret, white ascot and

white single braid cord. The sash is not to be worn with the special team uniform. HEADGEAR The Beret 1. The Black Beret is the standard headgear for class “A” - full dress uniform of Pathfinders and Master

Guides. 2. The beret is worn so that the headband (edge binding) is straight across the forehead, 1 inch above the

eyebrows. The Pathfinder emblem known as the flash is positioned over the left eye and the excess materials is draped over to the right ear, extending to at least the top of the ear, and no lower than the middle of the ear. Personnel will cut off the ends of the adjusting ribbon and secure the ribbon knot inside the edge binding at the back of the beret. When worn properly, the beret is formed to the shape of the head; therefore, pathfinders may not wear hairstyles that cause distortion of the beret.

3. Senior Officers may sometimes wear non-subdued grade insignia in the form of stars centered on the beret flash. Chaplains wear the chaplain’s insignia.

The Field Cap:

1. The Black Field cap is authorized for use with the Class “B” uniform. 2. The Field cap must always have an authorized Pathfinder/Master Guide emblem on it. Area and Club

designed Field Caps are authorized.

ADDITIONAL UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

♦ There must be no extra decorations in the hair and hair must be styled so that beret can fit neatly on hair in regulation manner;

♦ Braids and dreadlocks are strictly prohibited in male hair; ♦ Uniform must be worn properly at all times or not worn at all; ♦ All patches, except the class patches, must have the black border and must be properly fixed to the

uniform;

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♦ Extra make-up, colored nail polish, nail decorations and nail extensions are strictly prohibited. Nails must be neatly clipped and clean;

♦ Jewelry of any kind (except a simple watch for telling time, and engagement and or wedding rings) are strictly prohibited;

♦ The use of the white shirt and black pants/skirt combination IS NOT a Pathfinder uniform! ♦ FUNERAL NOTE: When a member of the Pathfinder/Master Guide ministry is in attendance or serving

at a funeral/memorial service, it is customary NOT to wear the sash.

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Insignia worn by Senior Officers in the Pathfinder/Master Guide Ministry

Pathfinder Club Director: (Includes Administrative Director, Assistant Coordinators)

Pathfinder Coordinator: (Includes Executive Coordinators, Region Coordinators, Area and Program Coordinators)

Conference Adventist Youth Ministries Director: (Includes Associate AYM Director, and other Conference Level officials so designated by the Director)

Union Director: (Includes Associate Director if any)

Division Director: Includes Associate Director, Conference level officials as authorized, etc)

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UNIFORM ACCESSORY USAGE

CONFERENCE LEVEL OFFICIALS Citation Cord Color Insignia AUC Adventist Youth Ministries Director Gold/Scarlet Red/Royal Blue Four Stars

NEC Adventist Youth Ministries Director Gold/Scarlet Red/Royal Blue Three Stars

NEC Associate Adventists Youth Ministries Director Gold/Scarlet Red/Royal Blue Three Stars

NEC Pathfinder Executive Coordinator Gold/Scarlet Red/Royal Blue Two Star

Federation Level Officers Citation Cord Color Insignia Assistant Pathfinder Executive Coordinator Gold/Scarlet Red/Royal Blue Two Stars

Region Coordinators Gold/Scarlet Red Two Stars

Drilling and Marching Coordinator Gold/Scarlet Red Two Stars

Associate / Assistant Drilling and Marching Coordinator Gold/Orange None

Drum Corps Coordinator Gold/Scarlet Red Two Stars

Associate / Assistant Drum Corps Coordinator Gold/Orange None

Area Coordinator Gold/Scarlet Red Two Stars

Assistant Area Coordinator Gold/Orange One Star

Club Level Officer Citation Cord Color Insignia Administrative Club Director Gold One Star

Club Director Gold One Star

Associate/Deputy/Assistant/Club Director Kelly Green None

Club Chaplain Red Chaplain’s Cross

Counselor Light Blue None

Junior Counselor Light Blue None

Drill Instructor White None

Drum Corps Instructor White None

Instructor None None

Master Guide Red None

Pastor/Minister Red Pastor’s Pin

Teen Leader (TLT) Red and Black None

Band Member White None

Color Guard/Honor Guard/ Drill Team/Drum Corps White None

SPECIAL NOTES: 1. Drill  and  Drum  Coordinators  for  the  Area  will  wear  Orange  Cords  with  no  stars.  2. The  color  indicated  as  gold  is  yellow-­‐gold  3. Red  is  Scarlet  Red  4. RETIRED  or  FORMER  Federation  Officers  are  not  permitted  the  use  of  Stars  or  Officer  Cords.    

Master  Guides  are  expected  to  wear  the  Red  Cord  unless  holding  another  office  of  higher  rank.    Pastors/Ministers  are  expected  to  wear  the  Red  Cord  if  a  Master  Guide  unless  holding  another  office  of  higher  rank.    

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5. Cords  for  Officials  and  Conference  Special  teams  are  Double  Strand  Citation  Cord  with  brass  tip  6. Cords  for  Area  and  Club  special  teams  are  the  signal  band  top  shoulder  cord  with  loop.  Glendale  

(450C)  

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