Statement of Conduct

Every event must have some rules and regulations to insure each individual's rights and the safety of everyone. The following STATEMENT OF CONDUCT for participants of Troop _____'s trip to ___________________________is based on GSUSA standards and in no way implies that a girl is not trustworthy or responsible. It merely establishes a common ground for all participants in the event a behavior problem arises.

1. I will remember that I represent an international organization and that behavior appropriate to the Girl Scout Promise and Law is expected at all times:
   • no smoking
   • no drinking of alcoholic beverages
   • no use of drugs (other than those prescribed for medical purposes)
   • no sexual involvement including excess flirting or contact with the opposite sex.
     
2. I will stay with the troop for the entire trip:
   • All members of the trip will stay together.
   • No arrangements will be made to leave the group to visit family or friends.
   • Sightseeing and shopping will be done together by the entire group.
   • If the adult advisors deem it safe, groups of 3 or more may sightsee or shop together.
   • No one may leave the group alone and no one may be left alone.
     
3. I will carry all vital documents on my body at all times:
   
   • Passport
   • State Driver's Licence or ID card
   • Passport Traveler's Checks for personal spending money.
     
4. I will remember that I am a visitor and that I represent my home town & country:
   • Absolutely no chewing gum in public. (Gum will be provided for each girl on the airplane only. No gum should be brought or bought on the trip by girls. NO EXCEPTIONS)
   • No loud noises or excessive gestures that will draw attention to me or the group.
     
5. I will remember that I represent Girl Scouts and my home Council:
   • I will wear the Girl Scout Uniform properly when required.
   • Clothing will be in good taste and in keeping with the custom of the area. Specifics will be discussed when the itinerary is determined. I agree to comply with the agreed upon clothing criteria.
   • Appropriate foot attire will be required; i.e, good sturdy walking shoes with socks. No sandals, slip ons, etc.
     
6. I will be responsible for taking care of my own belongings at all times and for keeping my things neat and orderly. I will be responsible for their loss or damage due to my own negligence or neglect. For this reason, I agree to leave all valuables at home.
   
7. I understand that the adult advisors will phone the Emergency Contact person when deemed necessary by the group leaders. The Emergency Contact person will have a number where the group can be reached in an emergency. I understand that because time and facilities are not always available and because phone calls tend to be disruptive to the event as well as expensive, I will plan on calling home during the event only when deemed appropriate by the trip leaders and only at my own expense. I understand that my parents will not call me during the trip but will notify the Emergency Contact if they need to get in touch with me for any reason.
   
8. I will remember that I am a member of a group and will respect the rights of the other girls and the adult advisors.
   • I will be sensitive to the needs of others by performing my assigned duties, including but not limited to: kapers, clean-up, program planning, etc.
   • I will be sensitive to the feelings of others by trying to live up to the Girl Scout ideals of being friendly, considerate, and a sister to every Girl Scout. If I have a personal conflict with another person on the trip, I will notify the leader and we will work on resolving the conflict with all parties involved.
     

9. I will expect to receive the same respect from the adult advisors and other girls that I give them.

Infringement of these conditions will be dealt with on an individual basis and according to the severity of the infraction.

I have read this STATEMENT OF CONDUCT and agree to abide by it. If I should choose to violate any of the conditions set forth, I realize that I may be sent home from the trip and any increase in cost of accommodations and transportation will be the responsibility of myself and my parents and that the trip leaders will make the travel arrangements and notify my parent/guardian of those plans.

Parents and participants please sign below, make a copy for records and return the original.

I understand and agree with the above responsibilities of my daughter

To Statement of Commitment

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