Two-week long day camp sessions include daily lunch, snacks and a camp T-shirt (limit one per camper). Campers are grouped by their fall 2024 grade level.
GRADES 10 - 12
Counselor-in-Training Program
Monday-Friday, July 8-19 (Register here)
(One 2-week long session) $560
Everyone is capable of being a great leader and the Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program is the perfect place to start. The CIT program is designed to support, encourage and guide high schoolers towards being effective leaders in their communities. We provide them with the tools to lead in actionable, concrete ways, empowering them to become the next generation of environmental stewards, educators, activists and enthusiasts.
Teens who successfully complete the CIT program could be eligible to become camp staff members the following summer.* In addition, experience as a CIT can be used on future job and college applications. There are also opportunities to incorporate this program into volunteer hours and capstone projects or internships on a case-by-case basis.
During these programs, CITs will spend the first week as a group hiking, making friends, playing games and learning how to work with kids. During the second week, they will work with one group of younger campers along with a counselor and educator, learning how to teach and lead a group of young campers on trail.
Highlights Include:
Challenge hike on a route designed by the group
Leadership Compass Activities
Discover best practices for working with young kids
Practice leading team building and science education activities
Co-leading a group of young campers for one week
*Please note that Coastal Camp typically does not hire until the age of 18, so employment will depend on the CIT’s age and other experience.
Explore
Hike through the stunning national park in your backyard
Learn about our local coastal ecosystem and environmental stewardship
Explore hidden ecosystem and secret spots in the Headlands through the lens of a science educator
Experience
Learn the basics of being a camp counselor, including leadership and teaching methods
Practice teaching and mentoring younger campers
Apply your experience to high school capstone projects, college applications and job resumes
Empower
Have fun and create long-lasting friendships
Grow in self-confidence and find voice as leaders
Develop skills to positively impact the local community