Leaders in Training (lit) Program
Leaders in Training (lit) Have Fun & gain Valuable Leadership Experience
We developed our Leaders in Training program to help our teen and mature campers gain confidence, learn how to manage a project and discover their true potential, all while having a great time at Camp. Under the supervision and direction of some of our most experienced staff members, Leaders in Training or LITs as they’re known in camp, help organize camp programs, assist with camper supervision and programming, coach and encourage younger campers, work on activities, and help with important camp-wide tasks like separating and delivering the mail, so they are regularly interacting with as many different people as possible. Our LITs contribute to the best of their abilities. We acknowledge and value all their contributions.
We review every application for our Leaders in Training program carefully to be certain that the prospective LIT likes working with younger campers and is mature enough to understand and accept the increased responsibility and duties that come with being an LIT. Our Leaders in Training program is a great way for adolescent and mature campers who are ready for bigger challenges to test themselves and learn how to accept responsibility, while still having fun.
LITs are a very important part of camp and act as role models for the other campers. They learn the importance of being on time, directing and supporting others, while receiving a huge confidence boost by knowing their contributions are recognized by campers and staff alike!
When I first started coming to camp I didn’t have a lot of control and would get angry once in a while. But it worked out ok because everyone at Camp Kennebec “got me”. Now as an LIT I can help younger campers when they have a hard time – like I did. I also love all the fun stuff we get to do like ice cream parties and helping at the dance.