What is the expected adult to youth ratio?
The required adult/youth supervision ratios according to the American Camping Association are: 9-14 years old -1:8 15-18 years old – 1:10 According to State 4-H Congress registration information over the past several years, approximately 80% of our Congress delegates are between the ages of 15-18. Therefore we are using the 1:10 ratio. Other adults are not included in the adult count which when counted in, reduces the ratio below 1:10. These include state 4-H staff, presenters, judges and room chairs, and university event staff. Management of the youth to adult ratio for riskier activities allows us greater control as well. Of course, units are welcome to bring more adults than the required adult/youth ratio.
