The First Presidency has counseled parents, teachers, and leaders of youth to care for and protect the youth of the Church. The following materials are provided to help leaders of young men wisely plan and safely carry out Aaronic Priesthood, Mutual, Scouting, and other activities.

• Safety Guidelines for Handcart Trek Youth Activities, Oct. 2008
  
  
• First Presidency letter, Feb. 23, 2006 ("Safeguarding Children and Youth") 
  
  
• Letter from the First Presidency, June 11, 2010 Safety in Church Activities - U.S. & Canada 
  
  
• Letter from the First Presidency, June 11, 2010 Safety in Church Activities - International 
  
  
• Priesthood Department notice, Sept. 21, 2001 ("Transportation Safety in Youth Activities") 
  
  
• Guide to Safe Scouting
  This guide, published by the Boy Scouts of America, can help leaders conduct activities in a safe and prudent manner. The guide is not an official Church publication, but this link to it is provided as an additional resource.