Yes. The Indian Pathfinders were started when the YMCA decided to discontinue the Indian Princesses program in New Hampshire. The program is run very similar to how the program was run under the YMCA.

Dues start at 65.00 the first year for each dad/daughter team and 30.00 for each additional child. In subsequent years dues drop to 25.00 (plus 10.00 for each additional daughter). There are different costs associated with different nation events. We try to raise money through fundraisers to offset the costs, and since we are non-profit, costs are kept as low as possible. Each new member will receive a medallion, personalized T-shirt and program guide.

Generally, there is one meetings per month at one of your tribe member's home or at times outside the house (skating, sledding, etc). Responsibilities are divided up and include a game, a story, a craft and a snack. There is also one nation event per month. With some of the nation events, the entire family may be included. It is not mandatory attendance for either tribe meetings or nation events, but each tribe has individual responsibilities divided up among the Dads and daughters.

The Southern New Hampshire Chapter of Indian Pathfinders currently has 90 active members.

Membership typically begins at age 5. If your daughter is younger, feel free to contact one of your Nation Officers to see if your daughter is eligible for the program.

Both may join! We have many dads who have more than one daughter involved in the program. We will find age appropriate tribes and you the dad can set a schedule to attend one or more of the meetings.

This is primarily for father's and daughters although we do a number of family events where everyone is welcome. If you cannot attend a meeting and would still like your daughter to attend, remember your tribe dads are extremely helpful and would not mind lending a hand to accommodate your schedule.

Yes! All of our activities can accommodate the physically challenged. Even one of our annual hikes up Pack Monadnock has an auto road so our physically challenged friends can join in the festivities at the top.

Our Nation Events page will describe all the activities we participate in.

Yes, this is not an organization where you leave your kids with someone else. The main underlying principle of Indian Pathfinders is "Time Together" with your daughter(s).

No, this is not a religious organization. The Southern NH Indian Pathfinders is a local operated, nonprofit organization and not part of a national organization. Decisions are made by members and officers of the organization.

You will be contacted and a first meeting will be set up at someone's house. At the first 1-2 meetings, experienced dads and daughters will be present to help organize and facilitate the meetings and get the tribe setup.

All tribes are age appropriate with all kids usually the same age or a year apart.

Currently we have members from Merrimack, Windham, Derry, Nashua, Litchfield, Bedford, Manchester and other towns. If we do not have a ribe in your town we can work to get one stated. We also try to group people geographically to make travel convenient.

Many dads have formed close friendships and many of the tribes will socialize with the entire family on camping trips, barbecues, golf, etc. A great deal of camaraderie often takes place among members and their families.

Registration can be completed online. It is quick and easy. To register online go to the top of the website and select the membership package that is right for you. You can also contact a member of our recruitment committee by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .