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Here are answers to frequently asked questions about Base Camp and Pathways.

1. Some members purchase both printed and online versions of a path because they want to have access to both forms of the materials. Why are they considered two separate paths?

Members who purchase two forms of the same path own both, and in the eyes of Base Camp and Toastmasters, they are two different things. Think of it like this: When you have a favorite book, you can purchase that book at the bookstore; you can also buy the same book in a digital format to read on a device, and you can purchase an audiobook. Each version has the same material, but they are different items when purchased. Members with the online and printed version of the same path will need to work with their club’s vice president education to mark the path complete in both formats.

Members who want to complete the same path twice will need to complete each project twice as well. That means a new speech must be completed for each project to receive credit for two paths.

2. What are the tools and duties of a Base Camp Manager? For example, how can managers check the progress of all their members in one place?

The Base Camp Manager’s primary responsibility is to track member progress and verify that members have completed all requirements in each level of their path. Because this role is focused on education, it primarily falls to the club’s vice president education. However, the president and secretary of each club also have access to the Base Camp Manager page for their club.

When approving a level completion, Base Camp Managers should use the project descriptions to help them understand the requirements for each project in the level and verify that the member fulfilled all requirements.

If you are new to this role, be sure to go through the tutorials on the Base Camp Manager home page. They were made precisely to help you understand your duties and how to fulfill them. Outgoing club officers can also be a great support by sharing their experience.

3. How much does Pathways cost me?

Your regular membership dues cover the cost of your first path. However, if you choose the printed materials option for your path, there is a 25 (USD) printing fee. The cost for an additional path is 20, and if you elect to work in printed materials, the25 printing fee also applies to all additional paths.

4. How will Pathways change my club experience?

Pathways is designed to keep club meetings at the center of your Toastmasters experience. You can still expect the same support from your fellow club members and experience the familiar structure of your club meetings.

5. Why is Pathways valuable to me?

The many benefits to members will include:

• A learning experience tailored to your personal and professional goals
• The opportunity to develop many skills relevant to an evolving global marketplace
• New technological resources to improve speeches and support club-meeting roles
• Online access to educational materials
• Videos that model the skills you are learning

For more frequently asked questions, visit the Pathways FAQ on the Toastmasters website.