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Georgia Traveler Program

A non-profit federation that promotes the social, physical and mental benefits of square dancing through the provision of education and support services to the local square dance community.

Purpose

The Purpose of GSSDA’s Georgia Traveler Program (GTP) is to recognize square dancers who visit a variety of club dances, festivals and state square dance conventions. Participants in the GTP attend a club dance or festival in all areas of Georgia and experience the wide variety of wonderful callers, cuers and dancers throughout Georgia. They represent GSSDA’s finest and meet square dance friends from all over the state. A special dangle is awarded to the participant after they have visited at least 9 separate square dance events (not including their home club).

 

Different color dangles are awarded for different levels of involvement in this prestigious group. If you are interested in joining this elite group of square dancers or simply want more information, please go to the GSSDA website (GSSDA.ORG) and download the descriptive brochure and start visiting.

 

No advance registration is required. You may email the GTP Program Coordinator for more information.

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Revised 4/1/25

Be part of an elite group of Georgia square dancers!

Join the GSSDA Georgia Traveler Program and proudly display your dangle.

FAQs

  1. Must I have a specific form for reporting my visits?

    No, as long as the information is complete, accurate and readable it will be acceptable.
     

  2. Does the GSSDA event where I receive the award count as the last "visit" for the award?

    No, the report of your visits must be in at least 3 days before the start of the event at which you plan to receive the award. However, the event at which you receive the award can count as a visit for the next level award.
     

  3. If I can not attend the GSSDA event to receive my award will the award be mailed to me? Or can a friend pick it up for me?

    No, you must be present in person to receive your award. If you are unable to attend the GSSDA event you can pick up your award at the next GSSDA event you attend.
     

  4. I attended a dance at the Hilton Head Ocean Waves Club in Hardeeville, SC. Does this count as a visit?

    Yes, the Hilton Head Ocean Waves are a dues paying member of the GSSDA so the visit does count. Clubs just outside the Georgia State line who join and pay dues as a GSSDA Member Club are eligible to count toward the Georgia Traveler awards.
     

  5. How and where do I submit the narrative nomination? I visited and danced with the Buttons and Bows in Woodstock, GA last Friday night but I forgot to get my form signed. Can I count that visit?

    If you get the Caller or the Club President to sign your form attesting that you were there on that date, we will accept the documentation. The Georgia Traveler Program operates mostly on the honor system. Square dancers are a trustworthy group, and we pretty much trust the documentation you provide.
     

  6. I am a member of two clubs. Do I list both as my home club?

    No, you simply pick one as your home club. It would be unfair to penalize those dancers who are members of multiple clubs. Everyone, even independent dancers, must list one club as your home club.
     

  7. I am an Independent dancer and not a member of any club. What do I do about listing a home club?

    Simply choose the club you most often attend and list it as your home club.
     

  8. If I visit a Club that is not a GSSDA Member Club, does it count?

    Yes, you are not required to visit only GSSDA Member Clubs. As long as the Club is inside the geographic boundary of GA, OR is a dues paying GSSDA Member Club. (See FAQ #4)
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Revised: 3/11/24 9:37 AM

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