Programs for grades 10–12
Teen leadership: LIT & CIT
At Conejo Camp Sequoia Lake, teen campers practice leadership through service, teamwork, and time with younger cabin groups during a one-week overnight camp experience.
Which program fits your camper?
| Program | Entering grade | Main focus |
|---|---|---|
| LIT | 10–11 | Service, communication, and leading small groups |
| CIT | 12 | Supervised teaching practice and counselor preparation |
Both are camper programs, and neither requires prior camp experience. First-time campers are welcome. Contact the camp team with questions about which program fits your camper.
Entering grades 10–11
Leaders in Training (LIT)
LIT campers begin moving from participating in camp to helping their community. The program develops communication, teamwork, responsibility, and confidence in leading a small group.
What campers practice
- Practice helping younger cabin groups and being a positive role model.
- Take responsibility for practical service, such as helping with luggage or activity setup.
- Join leadership discussions and help plan parts of camp programming.
- Build outdoor skills through challenges matched to the group’s readiness.
The focus is learning to notice what a group needs, communicate clearly, and follow through. Campers practice service and leadership while continuing to take part in camp life.
Entering grade 12
Counselors in Training (CIT)
CIT campers prepare for the responsibilities of counseling through learning sessions, supervised practice, and feedback. CITs remain enrolled campers throughout the program.
What campers practice
- Learn teaching and leadership skills in development sessions.
- Practice working with cabin groups under counselor supervision.
- Help lead activities alongside counselors and learn how to explain an activity to others.
- Receive feedback on leadership and reflect on what to try next.
CIT is a step toward a possible future counselor role. The program gives campers a chance to practice, ask questions, and understand the work of supporting a cabin community.
Leadership is part of everyday camp life
Camp’s progression builds on belonging, personal growth, outdoor skills, and creative expression. Older campers take on more responsibility as they learn. Staff consider campers’ skills and comfort when helping them try an appropriate challenge, and recognize effort and improvement.
The Reminder tradition offers voluntary personal reflection on values and growth.
Activities and responsibilities are adapted to the session and the group. This overview describes the program’s learning goals; the camp team can explain the current season’s plans.
Plan your camper’s week
Talk with our camp team
For questions about your camper’s needs or which program fits, contact us before registering.