Red Wolf: Leaders in Training (LIT) Program
Are you a teen who is 16-17 years old? Do you love camping and crafting and canoeing and kids? Are you thinking about growing your skills in the outdoors?
New this year, Red Wolf Camp is launching a Leaders in Training (LIT) program to support teens in learning how to become leaders in the outdoor industry, while honing their skills and deepening their nature connection.
Red Wolf is our most immersive nature immersion experience. Campers create natural shelters, learn fire by friction and learn to build, craft and cook with plants found in the environment. Learning how to inspire kids in a backcountry* setting can be an amazing way for teens to prepare for all kinds of challenges in the outdoors, school and life.
Using our curiosity-driven curriculum and relationship-based approach, this summer LIT experience is designed to help teens successfully transition from camper to camp leader. Teens will gain valuable leadership qualities that can be used in a variety of contexts, including school, future workplaces and their broader community!
Enrollment in the LIT program will follow an application process. You can find more information on how to apply below.
Please note, LITs are considered to be “campers” within the context of Pine’s policies and procedures.
Join us for a Red Wolf Info Night!
Pine is excited to invite you to an Info Night for Red Wolf Overnight Camp! Join Red Wolf Camp Manager, Owain, to learn more about Red Wolf through story-sharing, a presentation on the different activities at camp, and plenty of time for Q&A. We’ll walk through what your teen can expect at Red Wolf and share stories from staff and campers of their biggest takeaways and fondest memories from past years.
When: Tuesday, December 5th
Time: 7-8:30pm
RSVP required – Click here to RSVP!
This is a four and a half week program where LITs learn the skills necessary to mentor campers in a backcountry environment. LITs will work closely with the LIT Coordinator to gain insight into all elements of being a leader including skill development, campsite organization, leadership and camper management.
Training: For the first 4 days of the program, the LITs will be in a small group together with an experienced mentor. During this time, you’ll learn about different leadership styles and facilitation techniques, practice games and activities specific to our unique backcountry setting that lead campers to fun and connection, and receive the feedback and attention that so many young leaders can benefit from.
Placement: During each week of camp, the LITs will be placed with camp groups, gaining direct experience working with younger campers in a backcountry setting. Each week, they will get the chance to be placed with a different mentor and camp group. LITs will assist in planning and delivering overnight camp programming, whether it’s mammal tracking, cooking over the fire or making crafts from natural materials. Building on the foundation of the training days, you will work closely with staff teams to deliver a fun, safe overnight camp experience! Throughout the placement weeks, LITs will receive feedback from a multitude of experienced staff members, allowing you to integrate your learnings and step out of your comfort zone.
Throughout your time at camp, LITs will get the chance to come together and participate in challenges such as solo or group overnights in natural built shelters, deeper skill development and games and fun with your peers.
Click here to learn more about our curriculum and learning outcomes.
Summer 2024 Details:
This is an overnight backcountry program lasting 4.5 weeks. LITs are required to participate in both the training and placement portions.
Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve, Haliburton, ON
Payment will be required in full when your application is accepted and you’re invited to register. If payment in full creates financial hardship for your family, please let us know and we can discuss a custom payment plan.
Please review our full cancellation policy carefully before registering. Please note, LITs are considered to be “campers” within the context of Pine’s policies and procedures.
How to apply:
In order to be considered as an LIT:
- Complete the APPLICATION FORM – this must be completed by YOU, the teen applying!
- Ask one adult to fill out a character REFERENCE FORM for you. A character reference is an adult who can speak about you (it could be a teacher, coach, extra-curricular leader or neighbour).
Once you have submitted your application and we have received one character reference, you will be invited to have a short conversation so that we can get to know you a little better! Following the conversation, if you’re invited to join the LIT program, you’ll be sent instructions on how to register.
Please note that we have a limited amount of spots in our Red Wolf LIT program. Teens should complete their application before April 5th. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to info@pineproject.org.