Safe Scouting
One of the most important policies in all of Scouting is Safeguarding Youth - a system of safety measures that ensures all Scouts are safe and secure and all adults understand their responsibility to ensuring safety for everyone.
Scouting America's complete guide to Safe Scouting can be found here. The following policies have been adopted by Scouting America to provide security for the youth in our program. In addition, they serve to protect adult leadership from situations in which they are vulnerable to allegations of abuse.
Two-Deep Leadership - Two responsible registered leaders, one of whom must be at least 21 years of age and the other at least 18 years of age, are required on all trips and outings.
No One-on-One Contact - One-on-one contact between youth and adult members is not permitted. In situations that require a personal conference, the meeting should be conducted in the view of others.
Respect for Privacy - Leaders must respect the privacy of the youth members in situations such as changing clothes or taking showers at camp.
Separate Accommodations - When camping or at summer camp, no youth is to share or sleep in the same tent as an adult or staff member other than his own parent or guardian.
No Secret Organizations - There are no secret organizations recognized by the Scouting America. All Scouting programs are open to parents and leaders.
Proper Clothing - Proper clothing for activities is required. Skinny dipping is not appropriate in Scouting.
Constructive Discipline - Discipline in Scouting should be constructive (supportive) and reflect Scouting values. Corporal punishment is unacceptable.
Discounting Prohibited - Physical and mental hazing is completely prohibited and should never be part of any Scouting activity.
Supervision - Adult leaders must monitor and guide the leadership techniques used by Scout leaders to ensure all Scouting America policies are followed.
Training for Adults - Safeguarding Youth Training is required of all adults who serve as leaders at scouting events, but all adults are encouraged to take the short training course (available online) to better understand Scouting America's Safe Scouting policies. Resources for training can be found here.
We appreciate your support of our effort to provide your children with a safe Scouting environment. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Scoutmaster or Troop Committee Chair.
One of the most important policies in all of Scouting is Safeguarding Youth - a system of safety measures that ensures all Scouts are safe and secure and all adults understand their responsibility to ensuring safety for everyone.
Scouting America's complete guide to Safe Scouting can be found here. The following policies have been adopted by Scouting America to provide security for the youth in our program. In addition, they serve to protect adult leadership from situations in which they are vulnerable to allegations of abuse.
Two-Deep Leadership - Two responsible registered leaders, one of whom must be at least 21 years of age and the other at least 18 years of age, are required on all trips and outings.
No One-on-One Contact - One-on-one contact between youth and adult members is not permitted. In situations that require a personal conference, the meeting should be conducted in the view of others.
Respect for Privacy - Leaders must respect the privacy of the youth members in situations such as changing clothes or taking showers at camp.
Separate Accommodations - When camping or at summer camp, no youth is to share or sleep in the same tent as an adult or staff member other than his own parent or guardian.
No Secret Organizations - There are no secret organizations recognized by the Scouting America. All Scouting programs are open to parents and leaders.
Proper Clothing - Proper clothing for activities is required. Skinny dipping is not appropriate in Scouting.
Constructive Discipline - Discipline in Scouting should be constructive (supportive) and reflect Scouting values. Corporal punishment is unacceptable.
Discounting Prohibited - Physical and mental hazing is completely prohibited and should never be part of any Scouting activity.
Supervision - Adult leaders must monitor and guide the leadership techniques used by Scout leaders to ensure all Scouting America policies are followed.
Training for Adults - Safeguarding Youth Training is required of all adults who serve as leaders at scouting events, but all adults are encouraged to take the short training course (available online) to better understand Scouting America's Safe Scouting policies. Resources for training can be found here.
We appreciate your support of our effort to provide your children with a safe Scouting environment. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Scoutmaster or Troop Committee Chair.