This chairman can provide valuable insight. These camp leaders are often recruited from Lions, Lionesses, mature Leos, former camp participants, local teachers, coaches and athletic trainers. To operate the camp in an efficient manner, the camp director needs the assistance of qualified staff members such as an assistant director, unit leaders, counselors, an activity specialist, nurse, cooks, dishwashers and maintenance people. Staff members are selected for their ability to communicate effectively with youth from a variety of cultures. Some staff members may be volunteers while others may be paid for their services.
Camps usually provide free meals and lodging for staff members.
Pre-camp training strengthens camp leadership. If possible, additional staff meetings occur during camp. Camp committees Most Lions camps operate with the assistance of at least six committees. The finance committee is responsible for raising and disbursing camp funds. The finance committee establishes the camp budget.