Tournament Troop Application

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Tournament of Roses Troop
Girl Scout Participation
Requirements and Expectations

The Tournament of Roses Parade is watched by over 47 million Americans, as well as millions of people in 220 territories around the world. GSGLA is seeking Girl Scouts who are proud of their heritage, and excited to serve as representatives for our Council.

Please note that the Tournament of Roses Committee has very strict regulations, which we are required to follow during our selection procedure. We appreciate your interest and are excited to be able to share this opportunity with you.

Only GSGLA Girl Scouts may apply to participate as: Tournament Troop (Banner Carriers for award-winning floats) – These girls will carry the banners ahead of the award-winning floats. They must be a currently registered Senior or Ambassador Girl Scout who has earned her Gold Award by August, or is currently a high school senior working on an approved Gold Award Project.

Other critical information:

Selected participants must be able to attend practices, picture day, Elks’ Breakfast, and parade day. See sample schedule below. A schedule with exact dates will be provided at the Parents’ Meeting & Orientation to be held in October.
Selected participants should be available to attend the Scouting Reception to be held in November, at the Tournament House – Pasadena.
Selected participants for the Tournament Troop must be able to walk 6 miles at parade pace. (Girl Scouts in a wheelchair must be able to proceed at this pace for the duration of the parade).
Tournament Troop members must be able to carry 10-15 lbs. of weight.
Participants must be prepared to represent GSGLA in uniform.
Participants must have a media release & Health History Record on file with GSGLA.
For health and safety, all participants must wear non-skid, sturdy black leather shoes that tie. (NO tennis shoes)
Troop dues will be $150.00, payable by all participants using the link provided by Tournament of Roses. (If needed payment arrangements can be made; we are willing to work with families to make this an option for each and every girl)

Sample Schedule of Activities

Dates and times are subject to change. Final schedule will be provided for those selected to participate.

August 31, 2026, Monday – Applications due

September 2026, – Zoom interviews will be arranged with applicants – Full Uniform

October 21, 2026, Wednesday – Parade Orientation Meeting 7:00 PM @Arcadia Masonic Lodge Auditorium – Full Uniform This is a required event.

November 7, 2026, – Saturday – Scouting Reception 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM @Tournament House –
Full Uniform

December 5, 2026,- Saturday – Picture Day and Flag Practice 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM @ Tournament House- Full Uniform This is a required event.

December 12, 2026,- Saturday – First Marching Practice 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM @San Marino High School
Track – No Uniform This is a required event.

December 13, 2026,- Sunday – Elks Lodge Breakfast 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM @ Arcadia Elk’s Lodge –
Full Uniform

December 16 & 17, 2026,- Wednesday or Thursday, – Uniform Turn-in 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM @ Church of the Good Shepherd, 400 W Duarte, Arcadia This is a required event one night only.

December 19, 2026,- Saturday – Second Marching Practice 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM @San Marino High
School Track – No Uniform This is a required event.

December 28, 2026, – Monday – Work Party 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM @Tournament House – No Uniform

December 29, 2026, – Tuesday – Float Visit 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM TBA @Rosemont Pavilion – No Uniform

January 1, 2027, Wednesday – Parade Day 3:00 AM @Church of the Good Shepherd Full Uniform
This is the BIG event.

San Marino High School: 2701 Huntington Dr., San Marino, Ca. 91108

Tournament House: 391 S. Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91184

Arcadia Elk’s Lodge: 27 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91006

Church of the Good Shepherd – Methodist: 400 W. Duarte R., Arcadia, CA 91007

Rosemont Pavilion: 700 Seco Street., Pasadena, CA 91103

Arcadia Masonic Lodge: 50 W. Duarte Rd. Arcadia, CA 91007

Revised 6/4/2026
*All Dates Subject to Change

Tournament of Roses Application

Applications must be received by Aug. 31, 2026.
When possible, we advise that information is gathered prior to beginning the eForm. However, this form offers a “save and continue” feature. By selecting this option at the bottom of the page, your progress will be saved and you will be sent a link to complete the form within 30 days.

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Age*

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Troop Number*

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Service Unit*

Have you received your Silver Award?*

Yes

Have you received your Gold Award?*

Yes

If yes, when did you receive your Gold Award?*

If no, are you working on an approved Gold Award Project?*

Yes

When are you expecting to receive your Gold Award pin?*

Have you participated as a banner carrier in a previous Rose Parade?*

Yes

If yes, when?*

Why are you interested in becoming a member of the Tournament of Roses Troop?*

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Girl Scouting helps build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Please tell us about a time when you have helped to make the world a better place using either courage, confidence or character, (choose one)*

What inspired you to earn the Girl Scout Gold Award?*

Agreement

I have read the sample schedule and am available to attend events listed. I understand that the actual dates will be announced in early fall.

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Troop Leader

Please send the reference link to the leader listed below. (If your mother is the leader, please ask another Girl Scout adult to write a reference for you)

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PARENT(S) OR GUARDIAN(S) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT MUST COMPLETE

I have read the attached information regarding Tournament Troop expectations and schedule. My Girl Scout has a clear understanding of their responsibilities and if selected for the Tournament of Roses Parade as a member of the Tournament Troop (Banner Carrier), she has my permission to participate, and I will ensure she attends all required rehearsals & meetings.

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