Trail Life Motto:
WALK WORTHY
"That you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God." -- Colossians 1:10
Trail Life at TABC
Raising Godly Men Through Christ-Centered Adventure
What is Trail Life USA?
Trail Life USA is a Christian discipleship program rooted in outdoor adventure and grounded in biblical truth. We offer boys and young men a journey of growth through hands-on experiences, male mentorship, and real responsibility. At Twelfth Avenue Baptist Church, we are proud to charter our local Trail Life Troop as a ministry dedicated to building the next generation of Christlike leaders.
Our Mission
Our troop exists to disciple boys into godly men through a proven structure of adventure, leadership, and biblical teaching. Whether through fire-building, hiking, service projects, or mentoring, each activity is a chance to grow in:
Faith in Christ
Life skills and responsibility
Leadership and character
Courage and service
We welcome all boys regardless of their family circumstances. Whether a father is present or not, your son will find support and strength in a community of godly men.
Age-Specific Programs: A Journey of Growth
Woodlands Trail (Ages 5–10)
Boys in this age group begin their journey by learning foundational skills. Through age-appropriate outdoor experiences and hands-on learning, they gain knowledge in:
Outdoor safety and adventure skills
Friendship and teamwork
Christian character and service
Earning badges and participating in fun events
Navigators (Ages 11–13)
Navigators take the next steps in maturity. They begin to apply biblical values to real life while being mentored by Christian men and:
Set personal and troop goals
Deepen their faith and moral convictions
Take on responsibility during outings
Earn Trail Badges that reflect their growth
Adventurers (Ages 14–18)
As Adventurers, young men are challenged to lead. They take initiative, mentor younger boys, and develop wisdom through real-life challenges:
Serve in troop leadership roles
Plan and lead outdoor expeditions
Explore career and calling
Grow in servant leadership and biblical manhood
Why Trail Life?
Christ-Centered – The Bible is the foundation of all we do.
Male Mentorship – Boys are led by background-checked Christian men.
Boy-Focused – Activities are tailored to boys’ interests, strengths, and energy.
Award Opportunities – A robust badge system helps motivate and measure growth.
Adventure-Based – Boys thrive in challenge. We provide safe but exciting opportunities to grow.
Inclusive of All Families – Dads are very strongly encouraged to participate, but not required. Every boy is valued and mentored.