The emphasis on team building and developing leadership skills in a child-oriented setting. LITs go home each weekend and must be able to attend all 3 weeks of the session. An advanced program for teens, ages 15 years and older, to learn the responsibilities and job requirements of various staff positions at Bear Hill Camp. Each camper will be mentored by the professional staff, including Camp Director, in these jobs at camp. Maximum participation will not exceed 6 campers per session.
All participants go home over the weekend.
Additional application and interview required. Each camp is unique in its location and programs. The average age range of counselors is 17 to 25 years old. After an interview, reference checks, and other screening methods, all staff participate in a mandatory pre-camp orientation. During this time, staff members are trained in the areas of child development, behavior management, activity leadership, health care and first aid, risk management and safety issues, and other topics relevant to the maintenance of a safe and healthy camp environment.