by Public Transportation (Bus, Train, etc.)
Part of UUA Youth Safety Guidelines
When transporting youth by bus or train, youth must travel as a group with at least two adults. Every person in the group should know the route and the final destination in case the group gets separated. One adult should lead and one should follow to prevent youth from being separated from the group. The ratio of adults to youth should be the same as for the event.
Written permission of the parent/guardian of all minors traveling will be obtained prior to being transported. This permission will include all relevant details pertaining to the event, such as date and location, the method of transportation, time of departure and time of return, and an approximate itinerary. Emergency contact information including name of physician, health insurance information and consent to treat in case of an emergency must accompany all minors who are being transported by adults other than their parents. During travel, the forms should be kept by the responsible adult traveling with the group. In addition, each responsible adult will leave a list of the names and emergency information for all of the youth traveling in their party with an adult leader of the event. If possible, every responsible adult will carry either a cell phone or a prepaid long distance calling card. The group should have a plan in effect in case the group gets separated and all youth will have the cell phone number of the adult or another adult emergency contact.