Rule 4.9 District Scout Networks
a. District Scout Networks are part of a District’s provision of Scouting.
b. A District Scout Network consists of a number of Scout Network Members.
c. All District Scout Networks are required to be open to male and female membership except in special situations. Special situations include those where there are specific cultural or religious requirements for a single sex District Scout Network
d. The age range of the Section is from 18 years to 25 years old. There is flexibility in the joining age. The age for moving from the Explorer Scout Section is between 17½ and 18½ years. The leaving age is upon reaching 25th birthday.
e. The District Scout Network should have opportunities for the members to take part in the decision making process. Any forum or committee should have both Scout Network Members and the District Scout Network Leader working together.
f. Scout Network Members wear the approved Scout Network, Sea Scout Network or Air Scout Network uniform with distinguishing emblems and scarves as described in Chapter 10.
g. The following minimum standards are laid down for District Scout Networks:
- Leaders – every District Scout Network must have a District Scout Network Leader appointed in line with POR: The Appointment Process.
- Training – the training of Scout Network Members must be in accordance with the Association’s official publications for the Section.
- Camping – every Scout Network Member must have the opportunity of attending a camp every year.
i. If a District Scout Network fails to reach the minimum standard for two consecutive years it may be closed by the District Commissioner with the approval of the District Executive Committee.
j. If a District Scout Network fails to reach the minimum standard for three years it must be closed.