2008 Girl Scout National Council Session/51st Convention

Registration fees are due to the Girl Scout Center by July 8, 2008!
        $245 (adult)
        $175 (girls 14-17)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where will the national council session be held?
This year's national convention will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana at:
Indiana Convention Center
Indianapolis, IN 46225

What are the dates of the national council session?
Thursday, October 30 through Sunday, November 2, 2008. The Opening Ceremony of the convention will take place on Thursday, October 30, beginning in the early evening and closing on Sunday, November 2, at approximately 12 Noon.

Who can attend the national council session/convention?
Voting Members (formerly known as "Delegates") and Members (formerly known as "Official Visitors")  must be registered members of Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) and be at least 14 years of age or older at the time of the convention.

When will hotel information be available for Voting Members and Members?
Hotel rates will range from approximately $153.00, plus tax per room per night to $236.00, plus tax per room per night, depending on the hotel and number of people in the room. Voting Members and Members interested in attending MUST register through their local council.

What are the registration fees for Voting Members and Members?
The fees for Voting Members and Members, age 18 years and older (before the established early-bird deadline) is $245.00. The fee for registrations received after the early-bird deadline is $275.00 The fee for Voting Members and Members, age 14 to 17, is $175.00 before early-bird deadline and $195.00 after.

What does full-time registration include?
Full-time Voting Members and Members are entitled to attend the National Council Session and the Hall of Exhibits on all four days (October 30 to November 2).

What is a day pass and how can I get one?
Day passes are available to individuals 12 and older who wish to attend the National Council Session and the Hall of Exhibits on the day(s)/date(s) indicated on the pass ONLY. Day passes will be sold beginning in early September; if you are interested, you will need to contact your local council at that time. Fees for day passes and Hall of Exhibit (girls 5 to 17 and adults over 18) passes are as follows:
                        Day Pass (includes Hall of Exhibit entry)
                                Adult (age 18 and up) $90.00
                                Girls (ages 14 to 17) $45.00
                        Hall of Exhibit entry ONLY
                                Adult (age 18 and up) $15.00
                                Girls (ages 5 to 17) $5.00

Will there be a Girl Leadership Institute (Formerly known as the Girl Congress) and where and when will it take place?
The Girl Scout Leadership Institute will be held Wednesday, October 29 through Thursday October 30, prior to the start of the National Council Session. Sessions will be held at the Indianapolis Convention Center and the Westin Indianapolis Hotel. Girls in grades 6 to 12 who are registered member of Girl Scouts of the USA are eligible to participate. Click for details and for registration information.

What is the schedule of events for the National Council Session/Convention?
GSUSA is currently developing the agenda; it will be e-mailed to your local council upon completion.

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