Camp Algonquin Leadership programs are the ideal setting for teens to begin the journey from camper to counselor. Developing leadership qualities and abilities are important life-long ingredients. Our leadership camps develop the whole person — spirit, mind, and body — through a variety of hands-on activities, leadership classes, and team building exercises. Our leaders of tomorrow begin with our youth of today!
Leader-in-Training (LIT)
NEW FOR 2022: DAY program for students entering 10th grade
This new day program, designed for students entering 10th grade, aims to develop leadership skills with a focus on camp activities and teamwork. LITs spend three days as a group, from 8 AM to 5 PM, focusing on leadership skills, interpersonal skills, problem solving, communication, and learning how to lead camp activities. LITs then spend one week practicing these skills. During this time, they will work directly with younger campers while being mentored by camp staff. Due to limited number of spaces in the program, spots are filled on an application basis only.
This day program is an 8 day commitment comprised of required training July 6th – 8th and five “hands on” days TBD per student. LIT hours are daily 8 am to 5 pm. Fee: $100
Counselor-in-Training (CIT)
Three week OVERNIGHT program for students entering 11th-12th grades
This program develops leadership potential in youth entering 11th-12th grades. Our CIT program provides a fantastic leadership experience focused on self-discovery, group collaboration, and learning to work with youth. Daily interaction with peers, counselors, and campers helps create tomorrow’s leaders. This program requires a three-week commitment.
{June 19th-24th & June 26th-30th} These two required training weeks are spent with fellow CITs learning through training sessions, mentoring, shadowing staff, and many other camp experiences. The third TBD volunteer week is spent working directly in a camper group with YMCA Camp Algonquin counselors and campers. Fee: $250
How To Apply for the LIT or CIT Program
PLEASE NOTE: WE ASK THAT CAMPERS APPLY, NOT PARENTS/GUARDIANS
To apply for LIT or CIT programs, campers must submit an application and two letters of recommendation from the following list: teacher, adult family friend, pastor/clergy/faith leader, current or former Y Camp Leader, Y Camp Board member or a local community official. Applications are to be filled out by the program participant.
Applications are open yearly from October 15th to February 1st for the following summer. After February 1st, applications will be considered if there are still openings in the program.
A fully completed application and 2 letters of recommendation MUST be received before your application will be processed.
Once your application has been processed Camp Staff will confirm your volunteer week and process the registration. A $50 deposit is required within one week of your application being processed.
Please contact the Camp Director at hanna@ymcaofbarrycounty.org with questions or concerns regarding the Leadership Development Program.
