Maha Procedures
We always want your daughter to be safe, so the Girl Scouts - Great Plains Council adheres strictly to the guidelines set forth by Safety-Wise, a publication of Girl Scouts of the United States of America.

Groups are responsible for the health and safety of their participants. Click the links below to view the recommended guidelines for your group.

Chaperones
Emergency Procedures
Firebuilding
Housekeeping
Personal Safety
Smoking/Alcohol
Weapons


Chaperones
Youth groups must have a minimum of two adults present. The ratio of two adults camping with each group should be as follows:

Camper age # of campers
4 - 5 years  5
6 - 8 years 12
9 - 14 years  16
15 - 18 years 20

Emergency Procedures
Emergency medical services are provided by Papillion Volunteer Fire Department. Emergency phone numbers are posted at each facility.

Fire building
Open fires, propane stoves and charcoal grills may be used in designated areas.

Housekeeping
A cleaning deposit is required and all groups are responsible for cleaning the facilities they use.


Personal safety
The following health information is recommended: name and address of all participants; emergency contact names and telephone numbers; health-history information, including known allergies, health conditions requiring treatment, restrictions, current medications, and special needs; signed permission to seek emergency treatment or a signed religious waiver for minors. Groups are recommended to provide an adult trained by a nationally-recognized provider in First Aid/CPR, First-Aid kit and supplies. Pets are not permitted on camp property. Written proof of insurance is required.

Smoking/alcohol
Smoking is not permitted in any camp buildings. The use of tobacco and tobacco products is allowed in designated areas only. Alcohol is not permitted on camp property.

Weapons
Firearms or weapons are not permitted. Knowingly possessing, handling, transmitting, using, intimidating with, or threatening to use any object or material that is ordinarily or generally considered a firearm, explosive or weapon is strictly prohibited.

A complete list of procedures will be sent upon completion of the lease agreement. Contact council@gpgirlscouts.org for more information.


Using the Internet
Surfing the web is a big responsibility. The Girl Scouts - Great Plains Council recommends that you go online only with the supervision and approval of an adult. GSGPC has programs that teach girls how to use the web effectively for things like school work, badge and Try-It requirements, and, of course, for fun! Visit our Programs page for a look at exciting technology programs for you and your troops.


Girl Scouts - Great Plains Council • 2121 South 44th Street • Omaha, Nebraska 68105 • 402.558.8189 • council@gpgirlscouts.org