The concept and goal of the Y.A.L. is to be pro-active in dealing with the youth of the community and divert them from gangs and drugs. The program recognizes the importance of early intervention and the need to provide alternative activities to prevent negative behavior. The Y.A.L. provides supervised recreational activities and reaches economically and socially disadvantaged boys and girls from the age of 7 to 18. The Y.A.L. strengthens the relationship between the deputies and volunteers as they work together for the benefit of the youth of the community.
All programs are absolutely FREE to all participants.
Each child receives a uniform and trophy. E vils was started as a community based anti-gang program. The objective of the camp is to let kids experience nature and gain a new perspective on living by canoeing, rock climbing, hiking and playing games, while integrating talks on gangs and drugs during the camp. Kids are selected for the program by the local school district and Y.A.L. deputies. They have the opportunity to interact closely with deputies and school counselors away from their jobs.