Specific Activity Questions

Why are hayrides considered high adventure?

Activities that involve motorized vehicles and the possibility of free-falling are often considered high adventure activities, even if it doesn’t seem like a dangerous activity. These guidelines are set in order to protect GSCNC and our members.

Why doesn't GSCNC allow go-carting or gun use?

GSCNC consults with our insurance company and volunteer committees about activities that GSUSA leaves to the discretion of councils. Our insurance company believes it is in the council’s best interest to not permit certain activities. Our firearms policy was thoroughly reviewed in 2007 by the Program Policies and Goals Committee, which is made up of volunteers from around the council.

We want to have a pool party at the home of one of our girls. What kind of insurance is needed?

If you are planning a Pool Party in a private home’s backyard, a copy of the homeowner’s insurance must be submitted for special approval.

You do not need a COI for walking/photo tours or scavenger hunts, provided they do not include high adventure components. Segway tours, however, are considered high adventure, and require a COI on hand.

Do I need to get a COI for Kings Dominion/Busch Gardens, etc.?

Large amusement parks like Kings Dominion, Busch Gardens and Six Flags America carry very high insurance. We do not require that you send us a COI from such facilities.

Do I need a COI for a state- or county-owned facility?

If a vendor is operated by a federal, state, or local government agency they are automatically approved by GSCNC.  They do not need to appear on the vendor list; you troop is free to use them.

Do I need a COI to take girls on the Metro or a Metro-bus?

Because Metro is public transportation, you do not need a COI.

My troop is flying to Savannah. Do we need a COI for the airline?

You do not need a COI from an airline, because their safety and insurance requirements are strictly regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration.

If you have a question about whether or not a COI is required, please call the Susan Kabat at 202-274-3305 or email highadventure@gscnc.org.

To access the high adventure vendor database, go to http://register.gscnc.org/vendor.

If you have questions, please contact highadventure@gscnc.org or 202-274-3305.

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