Leadership Requirements

�� Two-deep leadership: Two adult leaders, at least 21 years of age, are required on all trips and outings.

�� If male and female youth are present, 21 year old leaders of both sexes are required.

�� There should be no one-on-one contact with youth.

�� Separate (male/female) adult and youth bathrooms and showers on overnight activities are required.

Creating Barriers

�� Proper training, preparation, equipment and safety procedures on LFL outings are required.

�� No secret organizations, parents are welcome.

�� Proper protective clothing is required according to activities.

�� Discipline should be constructive and corporal punishment is never permitted.

�� Hazing is not allowed.

�� Youth leadership should be monitored and guidance given at all times by adults.

School and Classroom Leaders

�� Off campus meetings are not allowed unless it is an approved Learning for Life program.

�� Proper training should be given for all high adventure programs.

�� Review the guidelines found in Safety First for conducting Learning for Life outdoor programs.

Fraternization Policy

�� Because high school programs are designed for young adults, there are often little differences in the ages of the adult leaders and the participants.

�� It has been found that maintaining a close social relationship, such as dating, between adult leaders and youth participants is disruptive and, therefore, is not permitted.