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  • Troop and SU Activity Approval Form

  • How many Girl Scout members from each grade level will be attending? Please use the levels at the time of the activity.

  • Backpacking:

    Backpacking is not recommended for Daisies and Brownies, due to weight restrictions on their small frames, and the need when backpacking to be able to carry all their supplies needed to camp.

  • Camping

    Ensure that at least one adult has attended Outdoor Education training as required by your council. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Climbing and Adventure/Challenge Courses

    Instructor trained and certified by a verified agency who demonstrates competence in equipment maintenace, safety and rescue techniques, proper use of the course, and hands-on training. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios.

    *Daisies and Brownies may participate only in activities that have been designed for their grade levels and that have equipment that suit the size and ability of each girl. Outdoor high ropes, and high elements are only permitted for Juniors and older.

  • Climbing and Adventure/Climbing and Rappelling

    *Daisies and Brownies are limited in what is permitted, please check the master chart on the safety activity checkpoint. Daisies and Brownies can do slacklining and low challenge elements. Outdoor high ropes, high elements, and rappelling are only permitted for Juniors and older. *Brownies can participate in most indoor climbing activities. A minimum of one facilitator and an additional adult are present, and facilitators are skilled in selecting appropriate activities, teaching and supervising spotting and lowering techniques, and modifying tasks to meet girls' needs. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Climbing and Adventure/Recreational Tree Climbing

    A certified instructor with documented experience in leading and teaching tree climbing is required. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios. In recreational tree climbing, girls use ropes, harnesses, saddled, and climbing techniques to ascend into the crowns of trees.

  • Climbing and Adventure/Zip Lining

    Not permitted for Daisies, except for playground zip lines. *Canopy tours are not permitted for Daisies or Brownies.

  • Computer and Internet Use

    All girls, as well as their parents/guardians, must read, agree to, and abide by the Girl Scout Internet Safety Pledge when going online. Page 77 of 2021 SAC.

  • Cross-Country Skiing

    First-aider has a current certificate in first-aide, including adult and child CPR or CPR/AED, and is prepared to handle cases of frostbite, cold exposure, hypothermia, sprains, fractures, and altitude sickness.

  • Downhill Skiing and Snowboarding

    Instructors are certified by the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI) or possess equivalent certification.

  • Fencing

    One adult is a certified fencing instructor or has equivalent certification or documented experience according to your council's guidelines. Ensure that there is a ratio of one instructor for every ten girls. Additional adults must be present to meet the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Fishing and Ice Fishing

    Adult or fishing instructor holds American Red Cross Basic Water Rescue certification or posses equivalent certification or documentation experience (competencies); the ratio of instructor to participant is one to ten. Additional adults must be present to meet the adult-to-girl ratios. You must submit the Ice Safety Quiz found on page 95 of the 2021 SAC to council.

  • Geocaching

    *Daisies are permitted when working with older girls and adults as part of another outdoor activity.

  • Go-Karts

    Junior can't operate self-driving go-karts, and must participate in activities on a rail system.

  • Hayrides

    Qualified driver who is licensed to drive a vehicle in the jurisdiction, is at least 21 years of age, and has experience hauling a trailer and driving the vehicle being used. Additional adults must be present to meet the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Horesback Riding

    Riding instructors are adults (at least 18 years old) who have current certification from an accredited horsemanship instructor training organization, such as the Certified Horsemanship Association and American Association for Horsemanship Safety, or documented proof of a minimum of three years' experience successfully instructing in a general horseback riding program. Additional adults must be present to meet the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Indoor Skydiving

    Instructor holds instructional certification from the International Bodyflight Association or has council approved equivalent certification or documented experience and skill in teaching and/or supervising indoor skydiving.

  • Inflatables/Bounce Houses

    *Daisies can only participate in bounce houses that are specific for their age, height and/or weight.

  • Inflatables/Aquatic Climbing Walls

    Aquatic Climbing Walls are not permitted for Daisies and Brownies. Juniors and above may participate in aquatic climbing walls as long as they are strong swimmers and can swim in water deeper than five feet.

  • Land Sports

    Ensure that adults are well versed in rules and aware of safety concerns for the designated sport

  • Laser Tag

    Verify vendor is licensed and carries insurance.

  • Offshore Water/Larger Passenger Vessels

    Vessels (ferries, cruise ships, whale-watching watercraft and airboats) must be licensed by the US Coast Guard. Follow the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Paddle Sports/Canoeing

    Follow Master Paddling Chart for certification by water type. At least one adult instructor or guide is currently certified by the American Canoe Association, the American Red Cross, or other sponsoring organization approved by your council. Certifications must be appropriate for the activity. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios.
    *Not recommended for Daisies except with an experienced adult in each canoe on flat water."

  • Paddle Sports/Corcl Boats

    Lifeguards have current certification in American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding with Waterfront Module or equivalent and have the proper training, experience, and rescue equipment for the body of water being used. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Paddle Sports/Kayaking

    Follow Master Paddling Chart for certification by water type. At least one adult instructor or guide is currently certified by the American Canoe Association, the American Red Cross, or other sponsoring organization approved by your council. Certification must be appropriate for the activity. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Paddle Sports/Row Boating

    *Daisies must use basic row boats only if they have an adult in the boat with them. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Paddle Sports/Standup Paddle Boarding

    Lifeguards have current certification in American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding with Waterfront Module or equivalent and have the proper training, experience, and rescue equipment for the body of water being used. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratio

  • Paddle Sports/Whitewater Rafting

    Follow Master Paddling Chart for certification by water type. *Brownies (Class I-II rapids only). No Girl Scout is permitted on Class V or VI rapids. Guides have American Canoe Association (ACA) Rafting Level 4 instructor or higher certification, and/or International Rafting Federation (IRF) Guide certification. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Pocket Knife and Jackknife Safety

    Must have Girl Scouts sign the Pocket Knife/Jackknife Safety Pledge. Page 159 of 2021 SAC.

    *Not Permitted for Daisies. Daisies can learn basic knife safety with cardboard/wood examples.

     

  • Sailing

    Ensure that the adult or sailing instructor is certified as a sailing instructor or sailing counselor by US Sailing, holds American Red Cross Small Craft Safety Certification, or possesses equivalent certification or documented experience according to your council's guidelines.

  • Scuba Diving

    Scuba diving teacher holds instructional certification from Scuba Schools International (SSI), PADI, the National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI), or the YMCA. The instructor-to-girl ratio is one to four. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Segway

    Vendor must be licensed and carry insurance. Segways are only allowed to be used in a pedestrian environment, not on public roads.

  • Skateboarding

    Skate parks should only be used by non-beginner skaters. Follow appropriate adult-to-girl ratios

  • Sledding, Tobogganing, and Snow Tubing

    Follow appropriate adult-to-girl ratios. Girls must go feet-first and helmets are strongly recommended. Girls are not permitted to be towed behind any vehicle, including snowmobiles.

  • Snorkeling

    Snorkeling instructor holds instructional certification from Scuba Schools International (SSI) or the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), or has equivalent certification. If the scuba instructor is not also a certified lifeguard, you will need a lifeguard present. Lifeguards need current ARC Lifeguarding plus Waterfront Module, or YMCA Waterfront Lifeguarding certification or equivalent. One lifeguard is needed for every 25 girls. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios listed in the Swimming SAC.

  • Snowshoeing

    Instruction is given by an adult with experience teaching and/or supervising snowshoeing or has documented experience.

  • Spelunking/Caving

    A guide with documented experience in cave exploration accompanies the group into cave.

  • Surfing

    Instructors should hold a certification from the National Surf Schools and Instructors Association, the International Surfing Association, or similar certification. Ocean lifeguard certifications are required. The instructor-to-girl ratio is one to four. In addition, follow the adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Swimming

    Follow the lifeguard certification requirements and ratios listed in the Swimming SAC.

  • Target Sports/3-D Archery

    One adult is certified by the National Field Archery Association, USA Archery, or Easton Foundation. In addition, one adult to every ten Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors is required.

  • Target Sports/Air/BB Guns

    One adult is a certified National Rifle Association range safety officer or USA Shooting Sports instructor. In addition, one adult to every five Brownies and one adult to every ten Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors is required.

  • Target Sports/Archery

    One adult has certification from the National Field Archery Association, USA Archery, or Easton Foundation. In addition, one adult to every five Brownies and one adult to every ten Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors is required.

  • Target Sports/Knife Throwing

    One adult instructor trained in knife throwing safety, form and technique, range rules, and emergency procedures. In addition, one adult to every two Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors is required.

  • Target Sports/Muzzle Loading

    *Girls must be 12 years or older to participate. One adult is a certified National Rifle Association range safety officer or USA Shooting Sports instructor. In addition, one adult to every two Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors in required.

  • Target Sports/Pistol

    Girls must be 14 years or older to participate. One adult is a certified National Rifle Association range safety officer or USA Shooting Sports instructor. In addition, one adult to every four Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors is required.

  • Target Sports/Rifle

    *Girls must be 12 years or older to participate. One adult is a certified National Rifle Association range safety officer or USA Shooting Sports instructor. In addition, one adult to every eight Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors in required.

  • Target Sports/Shotgun-Trap/Skeet Shooting

    *Girls must be 12 years or older to participate. One adult is a certified National Rifle Association range safety officer or USA Shooting Sports instructor. In addition, one adult to every eight Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors in required.

  • Target Sports/Sling Shot

    One adult instructor trained in slingshot safety, form and technique, range rules, and emergency procedures. In addition, one adult to every five Daisies and Brownies, and one adult to every ten Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors is required.

  • Target Sports/Target Paintball

    One adult is trained in paintball safety, range rules, and emergency procedures. In addition, one adult to every five Brownies and one adult to every ten Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors is required.

  • Target Sports/Tomahawk/Hatchet Throwing

    One adult instructor trained in hatchet/ax throwing safety, form and technique, range rules, and emergency procedures. In addition, one adult to every two Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors is required.

  • Tethered Balloon Rides

    Ensure operators have liability insurance and are licensed through the Federal Aviation Administration. Pilots must be currently licensed. In addition, follow adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Tools-Hand and Power

    See the specific activity for grade level permissions and progression. Certain power tools are not permitted which apply to all grade levels. Page 207 of 2021 SAC.

  • Travel/Trips

    See SAC for grade-level trip and travel length recommendations. Follow adult-to-girl ratios.

  • Tubing

    One adult must be certified in American Red Cross Small Craft Safety and the Moving Water module from the American Red Cross, and have experience teaching and/or supervising tubing activities. If tubing behind a motorboat, make sure the driver is an adult and has a valid license to operate the motorboat. Girls are not permitted to be towed by jet skis or wave runners. Follow the lifeguard certification requirements and ratios listed in the Swimming SAC.

  • Waterskiing and Wakeboarding

    Endure that the adult or instructor is certified by USA Water Ski or possess equivalent certification or documented experience according to your council's guidelines. Confirm that the boat driver is an adult is an adult, has an appropriate license, and is skilled in operating the watercraft. Follow the lifeguard certification requirements and ratios listed in the Swimming SAC.

  • Windsurfing/Sail Boarding

    In addition to lifeguard, at least one adult present should have small craft safety certification or equivalent experience. Follow the lifeguard certification requirements and ratios listed in the Swimming SAC.

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  • Adult Training/Certificate Checklist*

         *Depending on the type of activity, certification/training may not be applicable.

  • Trip Participants and Insurance

  • If the answer is "yes" to any of the following questions, you will need to select an additional insurance plan. 

  • *The minimum cost for all premiums is $5.00. Additional activity insurance can not be purchased for anyone under age 5. A staff member will contact you about the insurance premium total.

  • Volunteer Agreement

    I, and all adult volunteers participating in this trip/activity, have reviewed all of the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the Girl Scouts of the Southern Appalachians and GSUSA as stated in Volunteer Essentials and the Safety Activity Checkpoints and agree to follow them.

    I understand that a minimum of 10 business days is required for submission of this form. 

    I understand that no insurance payments will be accepted by the council on Friday's afternoon for activities taking place that Saturday or Sunday.

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