Below is information and answers to some common questions that can help assist you in planning events.

COMPASS Team

Are you creative? Do you enjoy working with girls and adults? Would you like to plan a Council-wide event? Then join the COMPASS Team!

This Council-level volunteer position, open to all registered Adult and Ambassador Girl Scouts, will be responsible for helping plan and develop Council-wide programs.  Find out more or register to join the COMPASS Team by clicking here.

Registration Forms

Registration forms for all Council events/activities can be found on the Forms page or obtained from any regional office. Please note that there are separate forms for "troop" and "individual" registrations. Unless otherwise noted, all Council program event registrations and fees should be sent to the North Little Rock office for processing.

Registration Deadlines

Pre-registration by the designated deadline is required for all Council events. Early registration is encouraged, as many events fill quickly.  To avoid delay in processing, forms should be filled out completely, include all applicable fees (and/or requests for financial assistance) and be mailed in time to reach the North Little Rock office prior to closing on the day of the deadline.  Postmarks and/or late registrations will not be accepted.

Fees

Event/activity fees are charged to cover the costs of events and are due at the time of registration. Fees can be paid through troop funds, individually or with "Cookie Bucks." Financial scholarships are also available for those who qualify.  Financial assistance applications must be submitted at time of registration for event.  Fees for Adults:  Please note that additional fees for adults attending an event may be charged.  Refer to each event description for complete details.

Fee Refund/Transfer Requests

Event fee refunds will be given only if an event is cancelled by Council/collaboration or in the case of serious illness or family death.  For serious illness, a doctor's written note is required and should be submitted within fourteen days after the event.  Event fee transfers will be allowed only if the program staff is notified in writing at least fourteen days prior to the event.  Transfer requests made less than fourteen days prior to an event will not be honored, as event supplies would already have been purchased.

Events

Program opportunities can be found on the Program Calendar page, or for a printer-friendly version, on the Programs at Your Fingertips page. However, program offerings change as opportunities, ideas and/or requests arise.  Check this section often to stay updated on what's happening throughout the Council.

Event Cancellations

Occasionally, events will need to be cancelled. When this happens, the person listed on the registration form as "troop contact" will be notified by phone and/or email. For troop registrations, it will be the responsibility of the contact person to notify all those registered on her/his form. Cancellations initiated by Council will result in full refund of fees paid.

Event Update Line

As a convenience for after hours, members can call 800-632-6894, ext 3114 for recorded messages concerning program cancellations/updates. Whenever possible, cancellations will also be noted on the website and sent out on our Facebook page.

Special Needs

In order to best meet the needs of the participants, any/all special needs (allergies, disabilities, etc) should be listed on the registration form for each event.

Adult Supervision & Girl/Adult Ratios

Leaders and other adults should follow the Safety Activity Checkpoints for proper girl/adult ratios for all activities.  At all times, troop leaders/adults should be responsible for the supervision of their own troop.  Unless otherwise noted, Daisy, Brownie and Junior Juliette Girl Scouts should be accompanied by a supervising adult (parent/guardian) at events.  Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Juliette GS will not need a supervising adult at events, unless specifically stated in the event description.

Tagalongs

In Girl Scouting, a "tagalong" is defined as any child and/or adult other than the specific age-level being served at the event/activity.  Unless otherwise noted in event descriptions, tagalongs are not allowed at Council events due to liability issues and limited space at many venues.  Leaders should be responsible for informing their troop parents of this regulation.

Event Service Projects

Many Council events/activities will include a special service project request. Girls are encouraged to take part in service opportunities. Items collected at events/activities are donated in the name of Girl Scouts - Diamonds of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas to the group/organization identified in the event information.

Patch Programs

In addition to badges and patches girls can earn using the GSUSA resources, there are numerous other patch programs available for different levels. Many are unique to the Girl Scouts - Diamonds Council and many others are offered through other resources. Other programs can be found at www.girlscouts.org.