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Squirrels

4.4.2.1 In addition to meeting the requirements of Rule 4.4.1.1, the Squirrel Section Leadership Team must ensure that the following adult to young person ratios are met:

  1. Indoor. The minimum ratio for regular indoor Drey meetings is one adult or helper to six Squirrels plus the leader in charge. As a minimum, there must be at least three adults or helpers present at each Drey meeting, at least one of whom must have a full adult appointment with the Drey.
  2. Outdoor. The minimum ratio for outdoor activities held away from the usual meeting place is one adult or helper to four Squirrels plus the leader in charge. As a minimum, there must be three adults or helpers present at the outdoor activity at least one of whom must have a full adult appointment with the Drey. 
  3. Nights away. The minimum ratio for nights away experiences is one adult or helper to four Squirrels plus the leader in charge. As a minimum, there must be three adults or helpers present overnight at least one of whom must have a full adult appointment with the Drey.