We have many exciting changes for the new year!

In the 2000 camping season, we will combine all CIT II’s into week 1 and all CIT I’s into week 2. The CIT III’s would come throughout the summer. (please refer to the CIT page for clearer descriptions of the Counselor In Training Program) We would send out letters to all campers who have completed the program with detailed descriptions of the new program. It would strengthen the program for the campers, and increase the number of teens coming to our camp.

The CIT II program is all encompassing. It will occur during the first week of camp. (This is the week we have trouble filling, and it is the week the staff are the freshest) It starts with them living exclusively together, with CIT’s occupying cabins just for CIT’s. Two of our strongest staff members would be in charge of their cabins, and help with the evaluation process. They would participate in the program 1^st and 2^nd period, and elect regular classes for 3^rd period (this would allow them to take sailing). They would have an overnight camping experience, a visit to another camp facility, and a number of positive interactions with their fellow teens. It would strengthen the bonds between them, and make them stronger staff members in the future. They would be able to complete work projects toward the betterment of camp.

CIT I program would run Week 2 and be similar to the CIT II program. They would not have the exclusive cabins, but would participate in special activities designed to strengthen the group as a team. It would better prepare the group to interact with a set group of people, an example they need to learn if they are to be successful as staff.

Having them in a group for two years helps them build bonds between themselves. It adds consistency to the program, and it helps them throughout the rest of the year. It also prepares them for staff positions.