GSWPA also abides by these Outdoor Ethics and applies the Seven Principles to all Outdoor Activity . The seven Leave No Trace Principles are rooted in both science and common sense :
• Plan ahead and prepare- “ Know Before you Go ”
• Travel and camp on durable surfaces- “ Choose the Right Path ”
• Dispose of waste properly- “ Trash Your Trash ”
• Leave what you find- “ Leave What You Find ”
• Minimize campfire impacts- “ Be Careful with Fire ”
• Respect wildlife
• Be considerate of other visitors- “ Be Kind to Other Visitors ”
Lifeguard Certification
This course is designed to qualify adult volunteers for girl safety while swimming in a pool , small lake and / or pond .
● Must hold certification from one of the following : o American Red Cross Lifeguard Training o YMCA Lifeguard Training o National Pool and Water Park Lifeguard Training o United States Lifesaving Association o Boy Scouts of America Lifeguarding
● The primary lifeguard must be at least 18 years of age .
● One lifeguard and 2 watchers must be provided for every 25 swimmers .
Archery Certification
This basic course is designed to qualify adult volunteers and older girls for short-term recreational archery programs . Volunteers will learn to hold the bow and arrow precisely , master their aim and shoot the target while enjoying the outdoors and competitiveness of the girls .
● An instructor certified through the National Archery Association is required for archery activities .
● Minimum age for certification is 15 years old .
● Anyone certified between the ages of 15 and 18 can assist with or lead a training program , but must have a co-instructor present who is over the age of 18 .
Canoeing Certification - Intro to Paddling
This course is designed to qualify adult volunteers ( leaders for example ) for short-term recreational canoeing programs with the girls and holds the volunteers accountable for safe canoe outings on ponds and small lakes .
● Minimum age to become certified is 17 years of age .
● Anyone certified at the age of 17 can assist with or lead a program but must have coinstructor present or an adult with training present when canoeing activity is in progress .
● Certification cards are awarded by the instructor upon successful completion .
Canoeing Certification- Introduction to River Paddling
This course is designed to qualify adult volunteers to be equipped for short term-recreational canoeing programs . Introduction to River Paddling requires the volunteers to maintain a safe canoe experience on open water , lakes and rivers during their outings with the girls .
● The adult volunteers must be 18 years or older to qualify for certification .