The
Camp Butwin Counselor in Training (CIT) Programs are leadership
programs for teens who have completed EIGHTH OR NINTH grade.
1st Year CIT Program:
For Teens completing 8th grade.
Spend the summer paired with a camp specialist, while receiving one-on-one mentorship from Teen Director, Sam Eberhart.
Over the course of your CIT training you will learn:
- How to lead an activity
- The basics of child development
- How to interact effectively with campers
- Basic safety information
2nd Year CIT Program:
For Teens completing 9th grade.
Spend the summer paired with a camper group. Work directly with campers and have a chance to be
mentored by both junior and senior counselors, as well as Teen Director, Sam Eberhart.
Over the course of your training you will learn:
- How to plan an activity
- Basic first aid
- Conflict resolution
- Positive techniques to deal with behavioral and disciplinary issues
CIT Intiatives
This summer, as part of the CIT program, participants will have an opportunity to plan and
develop a camp community garden, and to then lead all ages of campers in its upkeep and health. With success of this
program, CIT's will hone their leadership skills and camp-wide connections, while also contributing
to a "greener" Butwin. Participants will also be involved in service oriented and leadership outings throughout the metro area. Trips may
include but are not limited to: canoeing on the St. Croix River, training in disaster relief with Nachama, flight simulation demonstration at Delta
Airlines headquarters, or an afternoon with Eagan Fire and Rescue.
CIT Options & Fees
Session 1: June 20-July 15, 2011 (no camp July 4), $490
Session 2: July 18-August 12,2011, $490
All Summer: June 20-August 12, $980
*All Summer option contingent upon registration numbers
CITs receive a fee rebate of $5 for each day attended
Important Dates:
Evening Events and Overnights
Session 1: TBA
Session 2: TBA
Pre-Camp Training: 1st and 2nd Year CIT's
Orientation: Sunday, May 15 and Sunday, June 12
Staff Training: Thursday-Friday, June 16-17
How
to Apply
2011 CIT Registration is available on-line at www.stpauljcc.org in the beginning
of February.
On-line applications must be completed by Friday, April 1. Interviews for CIT's will be scheduled throughout March.
Space is limited—placement is not guaranteed.
***CIT's must complete medical forms before participating
