Our Program Partners do the heavy lifting.
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts partners with businesses and organizations throughout the council who believe in supporting and enriching the Girl Scout experience. These partnerships help expand opportunities for Girl Scouts to explore their interests and ambitions by increasing access to local experts, resources, badge and Journey earning opportunities, discounts, and unique experiences.
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Ace Archers 
Ace Archers
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Foxboro, MA
We seek to offer a safe and fun place to learn about the sport of archery. We mix concise instruction and coaching to teach the techniques needed to be a good archery with games and exercises to reinforce lessons in a way that is fun and memorable. We feel you learn best when having fun!
Boch Center
Boch Center
Boston, MA
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The Boch Center is a nonprofit innovator that provides relevant and inclusive performing arts entertainment and cultural educational experiences for the most diverse audiences possible and is home to Boston’s iconic Wang and Shubert Theatres. We believe it is a right, not a privilege, for all individuals to access the arts regardless of background or means. We believe the arts heal, transform lives, and create opportunities for expression, dialogue, and shared cultural experiences. We believe the arts keep us a civilized society, and accessibility, diversity, equity, inclusion, and civic engagement are among our highest priorities.
We welcome all to enjoy a diverse roster of performances. Our innovative programming includes classical and popular music, dance, spoken word, musicals, theater, multimedia, comedy, and family programs. Partnering with local, national, and international producers, we offer 200+ performances for 400,000+ audiences each year. A wide array of artists from diverse cultural backgrounds perform on our landmark stages – from internationally renowned legends to emerging artists and local ensembles.
Boston College
Boston College
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Boston, MA
Boston College Athletics is excited to hold Girl Scout theme nights where all Girl Scout members are invited to attend! For more information on theme games and ticket information visit our website and check out our team schedule pages!
Boston Pizza Tours
Boston Pizza Tours
Boston, MA
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Discover Boston's oldest neighborhood on a Pizza Tour through the North End. Enjoy three different slices of pizza, bottled water and cannoli to finish. During this 2+ hour walking tour (approx 1.0 mile) the scouts will see and learn the history of five Freedom Trail sites, including Paul Revere house, Old North church, USS Constitution, etc.
Our North End Pizza Tour is a TripAdvisor "Hall of Fame" activity, and we even partnered with Adventures by Disney (yes, that Disney!) back in 2017. Girl Scouts have been enjoying Boston Pizza Tours for 10+ years.
Boundless Adventures
Boundless Adventures
Berlin, MA
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Every Girl Scout Troop has a few “favorite” activities on their annual calendar! Adventuring at our high ropes course provides an experience to bond, grow individually, and never get tired of. Troop members and their families can all participate at the discounted group rate. There are 9 courses, 4 levels of difficulty, and 17 ziplines, appropriate for beginners or advanced adventurers. Our mission is to give our guests the opportunity to challenge themselves mentally & physically. Climb and swing your way through obstacles and have a great time doing it!
This program will satisfy elements of the Junior through Ambassador Climbing Adventure Badges as well as the Ambassador Ultimate Recreation Challenge Badge.
Broadway in Boston
Broadway In Boston
Boston, MA
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Broadway In Boston is your one stop shop for quality entertainment in Boston, presenting a number of direct from Broadway tours and an ongoing production of Blue Man Group in our historic venues. We are conveniently located in the heart of downtown Boston within walking distance to parking, restaurants, public transit and other area attractions. Once a Broadway season is announced, Groups of 10+ may begin booking for all shows in advance of the general public to ensure preferred seat locations and best rates. Groups for Blue Man Group can be booked as soon as performances are on sale.
Special Rates are available to Girl Scout groups for select productions and performances! Ask us about opportunities to receive Girl Scout patches!
Connecticut Sun
Connecticut Sun
Uncasville, CT
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The Connecticut Sun offer exciting family entertainment all Summer Long. The Sun are the top Women's Professional Sports team throughout New England, and offer many opportunities for Girl Scouts including our annual Girl Scout Day!
Creative Studios & Workshops
Creative Studios & Workshops
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Peabody, MA
Create & Escape offers inspiring creative workshops for all ages and skill levels. Our instructors will guide you every step of the way and make sure you leave with a piece that you are proud to show off in your home or gift to a friend. We offer unique badge workshops for Girl Scout troops, like Outdoor Explorer, Board Game Design, Drawing, and Jeweler. Give us a call today!
Dance Prism
Dance Prism
Concord, MA
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Dance Prism has offered an exclusive Girl Scout group program to our performances for the last decade and we are excited to offer it again this year. We provide troops insight into how we put together a fully staged production with some sneak peeks on the stage!
Click here for show dates and information on how to register.
Earth & Aerial Yoga
Earth & Aerial Yoga
Hudson, MA
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Our unique fitness and wellness studio is located inside a gorgeous, bright, modern industrial space in the heart of Hudson, MA. Our studio is open to all and provides a safe space for people of all ages and backgrounds to practice, play, and explore their physical and mental limits. Our supportive community is comprised of students and expert trainers who come together to share their experiences and help each other through a rewarding and transformative journey.
Looking for a uniquely fun activity for a Girl Scout field trip? Have an aerial yoga party! Your private experience will be fully customized to your group’s specific needs, and will focus on your chosen style and difficulty level of practice. Coming in with a bunch of aerial yoga beginners? We’ll guide your group through a variety of fun, beginner-friendly aerial yoga poses, including some simple inversions. Want to step it up a notch? We’ll take your crew to the next level! Want something completely different? Let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll be happy to make it happen! Regardless of your choice of practice, and unless you opt out (but why would you?!!), your group class will end with a relaxing and rejuvenating rest inside your own personal silk cocoon.
Fearless Focus Program
Fearless Focus Program
Pembroke, MA
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Fearless Focus Program strives to inspire children and teens of all ages to discover the power of self-confidence. Weekly class topics (for ages 5-18) include: Confident Body Language, The Importance of Good Posture, DIY Skin Care and Grooming Tips, Makeup Tips, Social Savvy and Conversation Starters, Public Speaking Tips and Practice, Online Safety and Etiquette, How to Handle Friendships Problems, The Beauty of Volunteering, Manners, Social Etiquette, Positive Body Image, Nutrition, Exercise, Yoga Workshop and so much more.
Our student success stories are numerous because we understand it takes time and practice to become more self-assured. We give our students a safe space to become more comfortable with who they are and we encourage them along their journey to self-discovery and self-confidence.
FitMoney
FitMoney
Newton, MA
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FitMoney is a nonprofit financial literacy curriculum provider offering free and accessible lessons to all. Girl Scouts can earn many Financial Literacy badges in mastery of budgeting, saving, smart spending and even taxes. Working with the Financially Fit Junior Certificate, FitMoney offers Troop Leaders an easy and fun way to engage their Girl Scouts in discussion about smart money behaviors.
Financial habits and behaviors are formed in children by age 7, so let's start teaching this crucial life skill as early as kindergarten. All FitMoney lessons are free for students, families and youth organizations. Join now to start learning about financial literacy on your way to earning important and fun badges.
FMC Ice Sports
FMC Ice Sports
Multiple locations in MA
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FMC Ice Sports provides award-winning programs that are intended to make skating affordable, comfortable, and enjoyable for skaters of all ages, abilities, and commitment levels. It is our goal to create the best learning environment for each season's enrollment while accommodating the variation of levels, ages, and goals our programs serve.
Choices range from Learn to Skate to Learn to Play Hockey and can progress to further development with Skating Clubs and Hockey teams!
Come join the FMC community today!
Ice skating fun patches are available for individuals to purchase here.
Greater Boston Stage Company
Greater Boston Stage Company
Stoneham, MA
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Greater Boston Stage Company brings vibrant professional theatre and dramatic education beyond the boundaries of Boston, featuring world and regional premieres alongside fresh interpretations of familiar work. Within this setting, we uniquely foster the artists of tomorrow by providing ongoing performance and employment opportunities to our company of current and former students.
Calling all Girl Scouts! Get involved with our education program. Check out The Young Company for information on upcoming classes and performance opportunities! Check out our Theatre for Young Audiences Series. This year we welcome the national tours of Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide To School and Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief.
Greater Boston Stage Company invites you and your families to join us for a special performance of Little Women: The Broadway Musical on December 3rd at 3pm. Tickets are $20 for Girl Scouts and their families. Use code S23GIRL.
Harmony Yoga
Harmony Yoga
Amesbury, MA
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We are providing a 2 hour program - Art and Yoga Experience
The girls will use their imagination and experiment with various materials to create a work of art. This can be a specific theme or focus. Art supplies included and projects are taken home.
Then, the girls participate in a fun yoga class that introduces many yoga poses while building strength, balance, flexibility and releases stress. The girls will practice on their own and in pairs. Please bring a yoga mat if you have one. Yoga sessions taught by Registered Yoga Instructor Paula Wilson. BOTH sessions are geared for girls in their specific age groups. Renee and Paula have offered these fun workshops for 5 years to Girl Scouts of all ages.
Home Party Solutions
Home Party Solutions
North Attleboro, MA
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We bring the fun to you! We offer badge programs for kids of all ages Daisy through Seniors at the convenience of your regular meeting location, day and time! Each badge program has been designed to keep the activity set guidelines in mind. The program consists of the girls making a product related to the badge that they get to take home, followed by classroom discussions and activities revolving around the topic.
Every badge program centers around making a bath and body product. In the process they are learning different skill sets which could be STEM related such as learning about mixing different materials together or creating their own products through trial and error. It can also center around life skills sets such as car maintenance and interviewing skills.
Badge programs are 60 minutes in length.
iCode of Wellesley
iCode Of Wellesley
Wellesley, MA
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iCode of Wellesley is the premier STEAM afterschool, classes and summer camp based in the heart of Wellesley. We have a modern campus with current equipment for all of the latest STEM activities. iCode of Wellesley is the premier STEAM after school and summer camp with programs offered all throughout the year. We offer classes on all 7 days a week with a very flexible schedule, allowing our students to gain a variety of skills on the hottest and newest topics of interest at reasonable pricing. We offer the programs onsite at our campus, at your school oronline (live instructor-led classes).
KidsInDeed
KidsInDeed
Newton, MA
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KidsInDeed is an empathy-based educational program created for elementary school age children. The goal of the program is to empower young children, regardless of their socio-economic background, to know that they can make a meaningful difference in the lives of other young children in need. The program develops social-emotional learning through child-to-child service initiatives. The model nurtures empathy, promotes kindness & compassion, and fosters civic-mindedness.
Discover your Empathy Super Powers while helping other children your age in the hospital. Create fun stories and games for children in the hospital and learn how being empathetic brings joy to others and you! Through giggles, games and giving, you’ll exercise your “empathy muscle” and experience first-hand how you can make a meaningful difference in the life of another young child in need.
We’ll come to you and your troop or meet you online! Email us at team@kidsindeed.com.
Earn your Resilient, Ready, Strong Brownie patch or Considerate & Caring Daisy Petal award.
Magic Brush Pottery
Magic Brush Pottery
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Tewksbury, MA
Join us for a positive, fun, informational art experience of paint your own pottery, fused glass, canvas painting, and more which align with the following badges:
- Brownie Painting Badge
- Brownie Potter Badge
- Junior Drawing Badge
- Junior Jeweler Badge
We also have just for fun packages and service projects!
Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women
Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women
Boston, MA
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The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women was inspired by the United Nations’ Fourth World Conference on Women held in Beijing, China in September 1995. The conference directed state governments to “form and adequately fund Women’s Commissions in all states and territories where they do not already exist.” Massachusetts’ delegates at the Beijing Conference including then Massachusetts First Lady Susan Roosevelt Weld, returned determined that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts should have its own Women’s Commission.
With the help of many including state legislators, a unique and model Commission was created in May 1998 with appointing authority shared by the Executive and Legislative branches. Since conception, our 19 volunteer commissioners, staff and interns have dedicated themselves to the promotion and protection of equality for women and girls in all areas of their lives.
Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society
Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society
Salisbury, MA
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With a shelter in Salisbury and the Catmobile providing spay/neuter surgeries around Massachusetts, Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society works to improve the lives of all cats and provide support and education for the people who care about them. Through adoption, low cost spay-neuter and many other life saving programs, we have helped more than 142,000 cats since our inception over 30 years ago. MRFRS is able to support local Girl Scout troops to help Scouts earn badges (such as the Pets badge, Animal Helper badge, and Voice for Animals badge) through volunteer opportunities including participating in our blanket making program for adopted cats, organizing a wish list donation drive, learning more about animal welfare, or providing volunteer hours for one of our fundraising events. Please reach out to our Volunteer and Community Outreach Coordinator at voladmin@mrfrs.org for details.
MetroRock Climbing Centers
MetroRock Climbing Centers
Multiple locations in MA
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MetroRock's experienced staff can confidently offer Girl Scouts all of the information and coaching needed to earn their Climbing Adventure badge. MetroRock staff will focus on the basics of tying in, belaying, and climbing, allowing plenty of time for skills verification. Programs can be tailored to the experience and goals of each individual group. Programs are offered as single day adventure and overnight experiences are available too.
Mystic Aquarium
Mystic Aquarium
Mystic, Connecticut
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Mystic Aquarium provides a variety of programs and resources for youth organizations. We offer classroom programs for students from Pre-K to grade 12. Classes can be conducted while visiting Mystic Aquarium or we can bring our classes to you at your location, and we have virtual classroom options. We also do offer overnight programs at the Aquarium! Please visit our website to see additional information.
New England Orienteering Club
New England Orienteering Club
Westborough, MA
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Learn how to use a map and compass with your troop at New England Orienteering Club. Registration closes 3 weeks before events. Leader training is offered free of charge a week or so prior to each event for adults wanting to refresh their skills.
Girl Scout troops are welcome at all NEOC orienteering events (with advance notice), or try a BYOM (Bring Your Own Map) event, where the courses are available for use over a period of 1-2 weeks so you can orienteer at a time convenient for you. Please contact us via the website if you have any questions.
We love introducing youth to the sport of orienteering, so hope to see you in the woods!
New England Sci-Tech
New England Sci-Tech
Natick, MA
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New England Sci-Tech is a non-profit STEM education center and maker space dedicated to project-based, hands-on learning for youth and families across the New England community. We offer workshops for Girl Scouts in electronics, space science, radio electronics, astronomy, robotics, photography, coding, computers, and more. Girl Scouts can engage in STEM topics and earn badges. Email info@nescitech.org to schedule a workshop.
North Shore Glass School
North Shore Glass School
Salem, MA
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At the North Shore Glass School, Girl Scouts can learn the ancient art of working with glass to create unique and magnificent pieces. In our classes, Girl Scouts will make beautiful fused glass pendant jewelry pieces, suncatchers, slumped bowls, holiday ornaments, and festive seasonal keepsake works of art.
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Boston, MA
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Girl Scouts can use our program to build towards Dancer, Journey: A World Of Girls, Senses, or Journey: BLISS: Live it! Give it! badges.
Are you looking to offer programming in-person at your business or organizations location? Talmi Entertainment has been sharing ballet and performing arts traditions with families across North America for over 30 years with NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet. The ballet company has historically been made up of the top artists from around the globe, including Ukraine, Tokyo, Italy, Russia, Kazakhstan, Poland, Germany and more.
Community engagement is the core of the mission, which includes interactive workshops, meet and greets, and the opportunity for dance students to join the cast on stage in cities across North America via the acclaimed Dance With Us program.
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Plymouth, MA
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Through engaging experiences with history, Plimoth Patuxet Museums tells the stories of the Indigenous people and English colonists who met along these historic shores in the 17th century. Major exhibits include Mayflower II, Historic Patuxet, the 17th-Century English Village, and the Plimoth Grist Mill.
Plimoth Patuxet's Girl Scout offerings include self-guided patch programs, hands-on workshops, guided tours, and more.
The Rhythm Room
The Rhythm Room
North Attleborough, MA
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The Rhythm Room offers a unique look at creating music through tonality rhythm and pulse. In a fun safe and comfortable environment while utilizing teamwork listening skills and imagination. We explore through buckets, drumsticks, electronics, and world percussion.
Sew Studio Southborough
Sew Studio Southborough
Southborough, MA
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At Sew Studio, we offer machine and hand sewing workshops for all ages! Our studio can accommodate up to 15 students, with each Girl Scout having use of a sewing machine to complete their project. We provide a sewing tutorial at the start of each class so beginners are welcome. Troops can choose from a variety of projects, the most popular being bags and stuffed animals. Each Girl Scout will complete their sewing project in our 2 1/2 hour workshop!
Skating Club of Boston
Skating Club of Boston
Norwood, MA
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Welcome to The Skating Club of Boston, where excellence in figure skating meets a strong commitment to community engagement. Throughout the year, we offer a dynamic program that combines the artistry of figure skating with a vibrant community spirit.
Our organization is dedicated to providing a year-round experience that caters to a wide range of interests. Whether you're a passionate figure skater, a fitness enthusiast, or someone seeking enriching cultural experiences, we have something special for you.
Join us for a calendar filled with captivating events, including mesmerizing performances and artistic showcases that highlight the grace and skill of our talented skaters. Explore our wellness initiatives, which promote physical health and overall well-being, and engage in activities designed to foster personal growth and development.
At The Skating Club of Boston, we believe in the power of community. Our mission is to bring people together, offering opportunities for connection, education, and shared moments of joy. We invite you to become a part of our vibrant community, where each season is an opportunity to celebrate skating excellence and engage with a supportive and welcoming network of individuals.
Join us in celebrating the magic of figure skating while fostering artistry, wellness, and community.
South Shore Safety
South Shore Safety
Hanover, MA
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South Shore Safety offers Girl Scouts two dynamic, interactive courses:
Home Alone/Staying Safe, and Babysitter Safety. Both courses align with Girl Scout badges. We make serious business fun!
HOME ALONE STAYING SAFE, (4-5 Junior) 2.5-hours This class covers both home alone safety and street smarts. It will prepare kids to handle most home alone situations, from an unexpected knock on the door to an emergency 911 phone call. It also covers food/kitchen safety, choking rescue, basic first aid, handling fears, basic street smarts, self-defense techniques and lots of prevention!
BABYSITTER SAFETY TRAINING, (6-8 Cadette) 2.5-hours Parents will feel more secure and be more likely to hire someone who has taken Babysitter Safety Training. Kids who are trained in Babysitter Safety will have more confidence in dealing with the challenges that may face them while caring for children of all ages and stages, from accidents to tantrums. Students will learn about infant and child-care, child development, basic first aid and choking prevention, injury prevention, safe marketing strategies and much more. Certificate of Completion included.
BABYSITTER FOOD ALLERGY TRAINING (Ages 12-15) 2 hours
A responsible, caring, fun babysitter is every parent’s dream! When a family is managing food allergies, it is important they find a babysitter who is educated and prepared to handle food allergies. This fun, interactive, hands-on class will teach the basics of food allergies, how to prevent allergic reactions, and what to do in the case of an unexpected allergic reaction. Certificate of Completion included.
The Umbrella Arts Center
The Umbrella Arts Center
Concord, MA
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Looking for your troop to earn a badge in the arts? The Umbrella Arts Center in Concord, MA is the perfect place for Girl Scouts to complete their badge requirements! Our instructors offer engaging, fun and creative sessions to ensure your troop will meet the criteria to earn their badges.
Total Arts!
Total Arts!
Peabody, MA
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We offer programs for Daisies through Senior levels in the Life Skills, (Maker, Artist, Performance, Craft, and more), as well as select STEM areas.
We will lead your group through activities targeting the required steps for your chosen badge area.
We are fully wheelchair accessible.
Contact us about scheduling a group meeting at Total Arts! to complete a badge through one of our interactive programs.
USS Constitution Museum
USS Constitution Museum
Charlestown, MA
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The USS Constitution Museum engages all ages in the story of the historic warship “Old Ironsides” to spark excitement about maritime heritage, naval service, and the American experience.
We provide a hands-on, minds-on environment where Girl Scouts seeking an enjoyable, educational experience can have fun and learn as they explore history together.
View Boston
View Boston
Boston, MA
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View Boston is a 360-degree taste of the city, offering breathtaking views atop one of the tallest buildings in New England. Plan your View Boston educational group visit and discover the city from 52 floor above. Take advantage of our interactive exhibits, STEM lesson plans, or simply enjoy taking in Boston's famous landmarks from our 360-degree outdoor Cloud Terrace.
Windkist Equestrian Centre, Inc
Windkist Equestrian Centre, Inc
North Andover, MA 01845
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Windkist Equestrian Centre offer an afternoon program for Girl Scouts to experience horseback care and riding. Junior Girl Scouts will be able to earn the Horseback Riding Badge. Note: Use of an indoor riding arena permits riding all months of the year and in all weather conditions.
Troop/group leaders and volunteers, please note that if the Safety Activity Checkpoints for a specific activity states “Council Approval: Required” (i.e. all overnights, challenge courses, horseback riding), be sure to submit a GSEMA Safety Approval Form four (4) weeks in advance of your activity (or with as much notice as possible) and BEFORE making any definitive plans, booking with vendors/partners, or advertising your event. Please email customercare@gsema.org with any questions.
