THE NAVIGATOR PROGRAM

Boys in the Navigators Patrol range in age from 11 to 14 years old. They will become competent in the outdoor program through learning the nine Ready Trailman required Trail Badges and participating in the outdoor program. 

Navigators participate in a true outdoor program with hiking, camping, and other activities. They are in more of a learning mode, developing their core skills with adequate supervision and easing gracefully into camping by patrols. As they climb through the ranks of Recruit Trailman, Able Trailman, and Ready Trailman, they will lay a safe and comfortable foundation for the challenges of the Navigator Program.

Twice a month the Navigators Trailman works on required badges. Once a month he joins with the Adventurers in planning for special activities and outdoor adventures.  If a Navigators Trailman misses out on badge work during the meetings, he can work on his requirements outside of meetings with his Mentor.

Trail Life Uniform

In our Troop, the Navigator Trailmen can wear the Navigator Polo or the formal uniform for troop meetings, formal events and service projects.  The Navigator Trail Shirt is optional and great for Hit the Trails activities.   Uniform options are available in the Trail Life USA Store.  For patch placement, see the Uniform Insignia Placement Guide 

Any pants in good condition or hats (Trail Life USA preferred) may be worn at this time.  Non-Trail Life USA hats should be free of logos.  Closed-toed shoes (preferably boots or tennis type shoes) are required for all Trail Life USA activities including normal meetings.