Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Logo 4.jpg 2.jpg 10.jpg 5.jpg 8.jpg 

Troop/Group Trip Guidelines

Additional Links
Troop/Group Size Policy
Volunteer Policies
Finance Policy
Bank Account Guidelines
Tax Exempt Purchases
Money Earning Guidelines
  1. Troop/Group Day Trips (other than regular meetings) within the state of New Jersey:
    • Requirement: Verbal permission from service unit manager designee.

  2. Camping within state of New Jersey (not at Amity Acres or Camp Sacajawea) and outside of New Jersey other than Council sponsored trips.
    • Requirements: A Troop/Group Trip Application must be submitted to service unit manager or designee (4) weeks prior to trip for approval. A CPR/First Aid certified person and a camp certified person must be present on trip for physically demanding activities and other activities involving a potential for injury.
  1. Trips outside New Jersey state lines or any overnight trips other than Council sponsored trips:
    • Requirements: A Troop/group trip application must be submitted at least four (4) weeks in advance for out-of-state day trips and overnights. A CPR/ First Aid certified person must be present on trip for physically demanding activities and other activities involving a potential for injury.

    • Procedure:
      • The leader completes a Troop/Group Trip Application and submits it to the service unit manager or designee for approval.
      • Follow administrative guidelines for troop money earning

      If applicable, Troop Money Earning Application is due the same time period as related Troop/Group Trip Application.

    Reminders:

    • Council accident insurance covers only approved troop/group trips.
    • Extended accident & sickness insurance is required if trip is for more than 2 nights. Call Service Center for information.
HACKER SAFE certified sites prevent over 99.9% of hacker crime.