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Activity and/or Vendor Approvals
Girl Scouts of Citrus Council wants to ensure the safety of our Girl Scouts, volunteers, and staff at all times are our number one priority. Whenever you are planning any activities, always be sure to review the guidelines in Safety Activity Checkpoints, to see what the specific guidance for the activity and to check if Council approval is required.
What is the Approved Vendor List?
The Approved Vendor List is made up of facilities and/or specific high adventure activities that have been through a specific vetting process that reviews safety guidelines, policies, facility compliance, insurance minimums and staff training requirements.
If the activity requires prior approval, a GSC designated staff member must vet and approve the location, prior to any active participation by Girl Scouts.
Which activities require approval?
All high risk/adventure activities need prior approval from the council. High risk is defined as: any activity that requires specialized skills, training, equipment and/or supervision on the part of the participant, instructor and/or the vendor. Examples of these include but are not limited to: Horseback riding, rock climbing, low & high ropes, climbing walls, canoe/kayak, paddleboard, surfing, indoor trampoline, indoor skydiving or shooting sports or locations and/or sites that provide these types of activities.
When reviewing activities to participate in, please follow the following guidance:
- Remember to refer to Safety Activity Checkpoints for all activities.
- Review complete guidelines for the activity such as grade/age, Council approval, appropriate clothing, and any other specific requirements.
- Always contact the facility prior to the activity for any site-specific guidelines and requirements such as: waivers, weight & height restrictions, etc.
Which activities do not require approval?
In general, activities that do not have any type of risk associated with them, do not need Council’s approval, including but not limited to art studios, performing arts, family fun centers, ice/roller skating, arts and crafts,
*Please note: If a venue has multiple activities, some of them may require approval and some may not, be sure to verify prior to participation.
How do I know which guidelines to follow?
Remember that for all activities, the leader/designated adult should:
- Review all Safety Activity Checkpoints
- Verify the activity is on the current Approved Vendor List (if applicable) prior to scheduling the event/activity.
- Complete and submit a Troop Activity Request (TAR)
What if a vendor is not on the Approved Vendor list and the activity requires prior approval?
We are always on the lookout for new opportunities to bring to our Girl Scouts. To request vendors and/or activities to be approved, please submit the Vendor Request Form.
*Please note:
- The submission of this form does not automatically approve the vendor.
- Remember to plan your activities accordingly, the approval process can take 4 to 6 weeks.
- All requestors will be contacted upon completion of the visit.
- The Vendor List is updated periodically, and vendors may change.
- Please refer to the website, for the most current list available.
For all questions regarding High Adventure Activities, Safety Guidelines or Vendor Approval please email Customer Care at customercare@citrus-gs.org.
Amusement Parks 
Busch Gardens
Funspot
SeaWorld Orlando
Universal Studios Orlando
Walt Disney World
Animal Attractions
Amazing Animals
Brevard Zoo
C.A.R.E. Foundation
Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Gatorland
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Marine Discovery Center
Marine Science Center
Wild Florida
Zoo Miami
Target and Shooting Sports
Axecelsior Axe Throwing
Epic Axe Throwing
Orlando Archery Academy
Boat Tours
Island Boat Lines
Camp Properties
Camp La-No-Che
Camp Winona
Flaming Arrow Scout Reservation
Florida Elks Youth Camp
Florida Sheriff's Youth Camp
Quest Camp Thunderbird
The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort
CPR and First Aid
GSUSA Governing Bodies
Not Approved
Become an approved vendor
EMS Saftey
CardioCare CPR
Rescued CPR
Ready CPR
County and City Fire Departments
Angel Medic
Public Safety Education Group
Space Coast Life Savers
High Adventure - Climbing and Trampoline Facilities
Aiguille Rock Climbing Center
Altitude Trampoline Park
The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park
Cocoa Aerial Adventures
Dezerland
DynoClimb
Elev8 Fun — Indoor Adventure Parks at Seminole Towne Center
TreeHoppers Aerial Adventure Park
Treetop Trek Aerial at the Brevard Zoo
Urban Air Adventure Park - Altamonte
Urban Air Adventure Park - Melbourne
Horseback Riding
Amelia Island Horseback Riding
Brevard Equestrian Center
The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park
Escape with Horses
Girl Scouts of West Central Florida - Camp Wildwood
Hidden Acres Rescue for Thoroughbreds
Lake Louisa State Park
Lil' Bit of Life
Silver Springs Equestrian Center
Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo
World Disney World Resorts's Tri-Circle D Ranch at Fort Wilderness Resort
Nature Preserves
Enchanted Forest
Lyonia Preserve
Oakland Nature Preserve
Seminole County Natural Lands
STEM
City of Orlando Water Reclamation
Crayola Experience
Kennedy Space Center
Madame Tussaunds
Mad Science Laboratory
MYTEK Lab
Orlando Science Center
Ponce Inlet Lighthouse
SeaLife
Wonderworks
Water Parks
Aquatica
Daytona Lagoon
Disney's Blizzard Beach
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
Volcano Bay
Water Adventure
Boggy Creek Airboats
Paddleboard Orlando
The Paddling Center
Out of State Approved Vendors
Tryon International Equestrian Center - North Carolina
Canopy Ridge Outdoor Adventure Park - North Carolina
Not Approved Vendors
The following vendors and community partners are not approved for our vendor list.
Please note that vendors may be excluded from approval for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to:
- Failure to carry the required $1 million liability insurance policy
- Staff not meeting proper training or certification requirements
- Safety concerns identified during a recent walk-through
- Use of equipment that has not been properly approved
If you have any questions about a specific vendor, please reach out to the Risk Management team for clarification.
Not Approved Vendors
