Trackers Code
The Trackers Code is the heart of our Teams. All Trackers agree to follow the code when attending a program. The Trackers Code is simply a “practice code”. It’s where youth learn that having a greater goal in life leads to deeper perseverance and strength. Youth crave responsibility and want to mirror the care we give them as Guides, Guardians, and Elders.
The Code is made up of the Mission, Purpose, Compass, and Action Call.
Contents
Mission
The Trackers mission is simple. It’s meant to brave and bold. To let youth knew we care about their future and the future of world we live. We’re here to:
Save the world!
Purpose
The Purpose is a map to the world we’re saving. Letting youth know we rely on them taps into deeper wells of resilience and grit. A Tracker cares for four layers:
Care for Family whatever form it takes.
Care for the More Than Human World to include every aspect of nature.
Care for Many Generations Beyond Us for those who come before and after.
Care for the Silent & Invisible A Tracker values and provides for that which is quiet.
The Relic associated with the Purpose is the Hearthstone. Read more about the Purpose.
Compass
If the Purpose is a map for the Game of Tracking, we find our way with the Compass. It guides the Tracker in four points of awareness:
Pay Attention to the world and its wonderful puzzles by tracking.
Be Truly Helpful to become a true caretaker for everyone.
Respect to adapt to the true nature of the wilderness.
Remember Our Story to share your adventures with your family.
The Relic associated with the Compass is the Stick. Read more about the Compass.
Action Call
While a Tracker navigates with the Compass, they need an Action Call to start them on this journey. The Action Call are four essential character traits:
Be Ready by training in essential outdoor skills.
Be a Caretaker by caring for other people, creatures, and many generations.
Be Gritty by staying strong and persevering whenever challenges arise.
Be a Team by working together with friends for the greater good.
Trackers Tip You can also say, Be a Ready Caretaker. Be a Gritty Team.
The Relic associated with the Purpose is the Kit. Read more about the Action Call.